2019 Chrysler Pacifica problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 356 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica, filed between 2018-10-24 and 2026-09-22. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (117, 33%), engine (95, 27%) and power train (88, 25%). Owners reported 11 crashes, 3 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2019 Chrysler Pacifica complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 117 | 33% | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 95 | 27% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 88 | 25% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 64 | 18% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 56 | 16% | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 45 | 13% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 14 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 11 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 10 | 3% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 2% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 7 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 4 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 4 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Electrical system: 117 complaints
- 117 complaints of 356 (33%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 40 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes, 3 fires and 1 injury in these complaints.
- 3 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica; the latest, campaign 23V010000, says: “An internal transmission wiring connector may short circuit, resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown.”
Engine: 95 complaints
- 95 complaints of 356 (27%) name the engine.
- 40 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Power train: 88 complaints
- 88 complaints of 356 (25%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 36 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Service brakes: 56 complaints
- 56 complaints of 356 (16%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 6 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 5 crashes and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Steering: 45 complaints
- 45 complaints of 356 (13%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 9 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 14 complaints
- 14 complaints of 356 (4%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 6 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 46 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 60 |
| 2025 | 60 |
| 2026 | 45 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PACIFICA, PACIFICA PHEV, model year 2019. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica's most common problem areas are the electrical system (117 of 356 complaints), engine (95 of 356 complaints) and power train (88 of 356 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica have?
NHTSA has 356 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica, including 11 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica's problems?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.