2022 Chrysler Pacifica problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 327 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica, filed between 2022-02-05 and 2026-09-23. The most common problem areas are the power train (127, 39%), engine (121, 37%) and electrical system (98, 30%). Owners reported 8 crashes, 2 fires, 13 injuries and 1 death in these complaints. NHTSA lists 10 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Chrysler Pacifica complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 127 | 39% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 121 | 37% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 98 | 30% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 48 | 15% | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 47 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 24 | 7% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 17 | 5% | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Seats | 17 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 13 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Air bags | 12 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 8 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 4 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 4 |
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.
Power train: 127 complaints
- 127 complaints of 327 (39%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 52 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Engine: 121 complaints
- 121 complaints of 327 (37%) name the engine.
- 52 of them also name the power train; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Electrical system: 98 complaints
- 98 complaints of 327 (30%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 49 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica; the latest, campaign 26V362000, says: “The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 47 complaints
- 47 complaints of 327 (14%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 23 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 24 complaints
- 24 complaints of 327 (7%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 12 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 17 complaints
- 17 complaints of 327 (5%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 7 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 90 |
| 2024 | 86 |
| 2025 | 68 |
| 2026 | 55 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PACIFICA, PACIFICA HYBRID, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica's most common problem areas are the power train (127 of 327 complaints), engine (121 of 327 complaints) and electrical system (98 of 327 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica have?
NHTSA has 327 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica, including 8 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica's problems?
NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2022 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.