2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1,800
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
21
Service Bulletins
2
Investigations
Overview of the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
The 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA has received a total of 1,800 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. 21 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (223 complaints), Structurebody (219 complaints), and Suspension (178 complaints).
Recalls for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA, potentially affecting up to 171,108 vehicles.
Recall 06V432000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
| 127,928 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP MODULE AND THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) SOFTWARE MAY ALLOW THE ENGINE TO STALL UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH TO OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE. THE FUEL PUMP MODULE WILL ALSO BE REPLACED ON VEHICLES BUILT FROM AUGUST 1, 2004 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 21, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
View full details →Recall 05V066000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
| 43,180 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN HEADLAMPS MAY EXPERIENCE AN INTERMITTENT AND EVENTUAL TOTAL LOSS OF HEADLAMP FUNCTION.
Consequence: THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION. THIS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY, THE WIRING HARNESS AND LOW BEAM BULB ON BOTH HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
1,800 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT! Safety risk. Had replaced. NEVER TOLD BY CHRYSLER THAT IT WOULD RUST OUT. NOW THE STEERING WHEEL WON’T MOVE! Power steering fluid full. CANNOT DRIVE IT. I’M A 72YO WOMAN WITH CANCER, NO FAMILY, CANNOT AFFORD EXPENSIVE REPAIRS. I NEED MY CAR REPAIRED.
ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT! Safety risk. Had replaced. NEVER TOLD BY CHRYSLER THAT IT WOULD RUST OUT. NOW THE STEERING WHEEL WON’T MOVE! Power steering fluid full. CANNOT DRIVE IT. I’M A 72YO WOMAN WITH CANCER, NO FAMILY, CANNOT AFFORD EXPENSIVE REPAIRS. I NEED MY CAR REPAIRED.
ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT! Safety risk. Had replaced. NEVER TOLD BY CHRYSLER THAT IT WOULD RUST OUT. NOW THE STEERING WHEEL WON’T MOVE! Power steering fluid full. CANNOT DRIVE IT. I’M A 72YO WOMAN WITH CANCER, NO FAMILY, CANNOT AFFORD EXPENSIVE REPAIRS. I NEED MY CAR REPAIRED.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that upon start the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to operate as needed without warning. The contact called and informed several dealers of the failure and was informed that there was a defect with the power train. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.
Engine cradle,motor mount and sub frame completely rotted out. structural integrity at a total loss. Vehicle is no longer road worthy. This problem Chrysler is continuing to ignore is definitely Hazardous for other vehicles and their occupants if catastrophic failure of the above named components were to occur while driving even at normal operating speeds. How many complaints have to be made about this failure of design before something is done? how many people have to endure hardship over loss of transportation due to having repairs done, figuring out ways to cover costs or total loss of vehicle how many people have to be injured due to the problems this vehicle comes with? This problem is not just a few vehicles. It's pretty much every one made within the time period. Something has to be done about this. It's been a problem put in front of your and their face with nothing done and no accountability taken for way too long. It's time for you to do what you are here to do. Safety right? Then do it. This is not the last you will hear about this matter. From me or the thousands of othe Chrysler Pacifica owners nationwide. I myself refuse to go quietly into the dark night. I'm forwarding and sending this message to any and all media outlets and anyone else that will listen. It starts with 1 I am that 1. Do better, better yet, do your job. Thank you for your time. I look forward to seeing your actions on this matter
Safety Rating for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 21 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
21-001-13 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIL Illumination - DTC P1776 Solenoid Switch Valve Latched in LR Position
13-001-12 — SUSPENSION:FRONT
CHRYSLER: THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A VEHICLE VIBRATION AND/OR SHAKE. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES INSPECTING THE ENGINE CRADLE FOR PERFORATION AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE. *JS
1801006 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FLASH-I/M TESTING-REVISED ENGINE RPM LIMITS TO PERFORM A TWO SPEED IDLE (TSI) TEST. *AK
1800406 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FLASH-NO START OR HARD START. *AK
1804005 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
FLASH - NO START OR HARD START. *TT
1400106 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
LOOSE FUEL CAP MESSAGE OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0457 - EVAP SYSTEM - LOOSE FUEL CAP. *TT
1803905 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FLASH - ENGINE ROUGHNESS OR IDLE FLUCTUATION. *TT
2305405 — SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
SECOND ROW BENCH SEAT LATCH WILL NOT RELEASE. *AK
2101104 — POWER TRAIN
POWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU) CLICK/POP SOUND. *TT
4851010 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
RADIATOR HOSE REPLACEMENT. 2005 CHRYSLER-CS. *SC
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
NHTSA has opened 2 investigations into potential safety defects in the 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA.
Other Model Years of the CHRYSLER PACIFICA
- 2003 CHRYSLER PACIFICA — 1 complaint
- 2004 CHRYSLER PACIFICA — 1,332 complaints
- 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA (current)
- 2006 CHRYSLER PACIFICA — 1,056 complaints
- 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA — 481 complaints
- 2008 CHRYSLER PACIFICA — 155 complaints
Other CHRYSLER Models
- CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY — 18,996 total complaints
- CHRYSLER 200 — 6,913 total complaints
- CHRYSLER 300 — 6,453 total complaints
- CHRYSLER SEBRING — 4,094 total complaints
- CHRYSLER PT CRUISER — 3,417 total complaints
- CHRYSLER CONCORDE — 2,991 total complaints
- CHRYSLER 300C — 1,758 total complaints
- CHRYSLER LHS — 1,430 total complaints