NHTSA Complaint #11665452 — 2020 CHRYSLER PACIFICA

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11665452
Vehicle	2020 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	May 8, 2025
Date Filed	June 7, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	PA

Consumer Description

The head gasket failed. The check engine light came on and I took it to the dealer before the engine seized thankfully but it could have caused safety issues such as coolant leaks, engine breakdown potentially on the highway which could have caused an accident and risked people’s lives. If there was oil contamination, the engine could have locked up which def can cause an accident. Engine fire is even possible. The problem has been confirmed by an independent dealer. I know of many others who have experienced the same issue.

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