2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

39

Owner Complaints

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

8

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID

The 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID has received a total of 39 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (12 complaints), Hybrid Propulsion System (11 complaints), and Back Over Prevention (7 complaints).

Recalls for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID, potentially affecting up to 3,606 vehicles.

Recall 24V538000 — HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

| 3,606 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module (BPCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect and if necessary,...

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Owner Complaints for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID

39 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11702195 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 41,000 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a power inverter module (PIM) failure. The dealer replaced the power inverter module (PIM); however, the failure persisted. The dealer determined that the hybrid battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
#11671649 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | | 40,000 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in-Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair unless the radio was replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the radio was blocking the update from being completed. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
#11644536 | POWER TRAIN | | 45,000 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while reversing into a parking space at approximately 2 MPH, the service transmission warning light illuminated, and the transmission shift knob was flashing. The contact stated that the vehicle had ceased to move. The contact stated that the parking brake light was illuminated. The contact attempted to turn off the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to shut off. The contact attempted to shift between reverse and drive; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle finally shut off. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
#11641169 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | | N/A miles
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
#11639125 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | | N/A miles
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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Safety Rating for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

ID-25-13 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ID-25-13 (XT1) High Voltage Battery Pack - Select 2017 - 2021 Chrysler Pacifica/ Voyager (RU)

S2523000057 — SEATS

1st Row Armrest Not Holding Position, Being Broken, Being Too Low, Or Touching The Console.

08-253-24 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"Flash: Hybrid Control Processor (HCP) and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor (AHCP) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **P0A78 - Drive Motor A Inverter Performance. ● P0A79 - Drive Motor B...

1805022REVA — POWER TRAIN

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves updating the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may notice one or more of the following DTCs have been set: P1AC6-00 - MCPA Crankshaft Position Signal Sensor...

1805022REVA — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves updating the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may notice one or more of the following DTCs have been set: P1AC6-00 - MCPA Crankshaft Position Signal Sensor...

1805022 — POWER TRAIN

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves updating the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may notice one or moreof the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P0340 - Camshaft Position Sensor...

0805222 — HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Flash: Hybrid Control Processor (HCP) and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor (AHCP) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the HCP and AHCP or also known as Power InverterModule (PIM) with the latest available software. Technicians and/or customers may report the vehicle will not pass a state smog check due to permanent fault...

1805121 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P1AC6-00 - MCPA Crankshaft...

NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PLUG-IN HYBRID

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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