180 problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica based on all problems reported for the 2005 Pacifica.
My engine in my car just shut down in the middle of driving. I was told it was a recall and was fixed yrs ago but it has happened 3 times since. Twice after getting gas and one time driving in the school parking lot. Lost all control of power steering and time of engine trouble. Car started back up and engine light came on and went back of and back on. Also smelt burning wires but couldn’t find anything.
Like other Pacificas 2004-10 my front subframe is rusting away. The repair cost will be $1500. 00 if I am lucky. Please help!.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle would stop in the middle of the road. There were no warning lights. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure reoccurred consistently. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number 22v284000 (engine and engine cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 195,000.
2005 Chrysler Pacifica touring has rusted engine cradle. For some reason this car is not covered for the recall but it clearly is affected by what ever the manufacturer failed to complete on car to ensure it would remain safe. I have a big whole and motor could fall out. I need help on trying to get expensive item paid for. The suspension is horrible all issues just not a good car at all.
Cradle under car that holds motor in is all rusted out we were told not to drive car because it is rusted out so bad the motor could fall out as I look up on internet I see others with same problem why did this not call for a recall on these cars.
The motor mint broke out of nowhere. No explanation. This is the second Chrysler that the same thing happen to. And can't find the screws to fix it.
Head lights cut off and on intermittently engine idles ruff.
I am the sole owner of my 2005 Pacifica, bought it brand new and have had it serviced by the same Chrysler dealership since I bought it. I brought it in for an oil change on Feb. 19, 2019 and was informed the engine crossmember is rusted out and needs replacement ASAP. The dealership has never mentioned this previously, and they have changed oil every 3-4 months for 14 years. After receiving the news, I have researched this issue and Chrysler (as well as the dealership) has known about this for years and has not said anything. Repair cost is estimated at $3,000. I have garage kept this car since I purchased it and it looks is in great condition, both inside and out, until you look under the car.
We took the vehicle for an oil change and the mechanic noticed severe rusting along the engine cradle. The mechanic said its almost to the point of being unsafe to drive as the engine may drop out of it. My wife purchased this car approximately 2 years ago from a Chrysler dealership in southeastern michigan. At the time it had 41,000 miles on it. Today it has 60,000 miles.
Tl the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. While driving approximately 50-60 mph, the contact felt an abnormal vibration coming from the vehicle. The contact was unable to keep the vehicle in the lane while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an alignment and the contact was informed that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The contact stated that there was a hole in the engine compartment due to the corrosion. A dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle was taken for an inspection at an independent mechanic,the technician informed the contact that the engine cradle corroded through. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 185,000. The VIN was not available. Aw.
During routine wheel alignment I was told that they cannot perform due to the excessive engine cradle rust and that the vehicle was not safe to drive.
Engine cradle rusted out engine can dropout of car while driving car. Discovered when geting new tires. Not drive car until I fine out how bad it is.
While driving, the fuel gauge will fluctuate erratically and, occasionally, I will completely lose power while driving.
This is a real problem the sub-frame that holds the engine to the car is rusted through the engine cradle is rusted thru and will become a hazard to drive without repairs the cars are dangerous to drive because the engines can fall out.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. While stationary, the dealer noticed that the engine cradle was rusted. Ryan auto mall in buffalo, minnesota diagnosed that the cross members within the engine cradle were rotted and rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
Engine cradle is rusting through and is going to crack in half , the engine will fall out if not replaced. I was notified of this when my car was in for an oil change . Thank god or we could have been in a horrible accident.
2005 Chrysler Pacifica. Consumer writes in regards to severe corrosion and engine cracks. Updated 09/12/2017.
Transmission all the sudden acted like it wasn't ahifting just driving normally on regular paved road, rpms high and dies and has a knock under the hood. Tried looking up what is wrong and apparently there are thousands of them that have done same thing. Would like to get it fixed but seems no one knows how to fix it.
The front cradle is so badly rusted it broke in three different places. . I was driving home when I made a left turn and noticed the steering was real tight and did not release back. . I traveled further down the road and noticed it was swaying and hard to keep straight. . When I made it home I used a flashlight because it was dark out and seen where it had snapped. Three different spots. . I'm mad because this was known issue and I was not notified by the dealership or Chrysler that there was a defect prone to that make and model. No average person checks the undercarriage of a car when the body looks so good.
Engine cradle or k-frame rusted to the point of the vehicle not being safe to drive. Had to be replaced in order to continue to use the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. While operating the vehicle, the transmission experienced very hard shifting. The vehicle was taken to an independent dealer who discovered that the engine cradle was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Engine cradle is badly rusted through and needs replacement at a cost of $2,600 estimate from mechanic.
Cradle rot on the under carriage.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for regular service and the technician discovered that the passenger side engine cradle was rotted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.
When changing the front struts found that the cradle is rusted through in several spots. I have been advised not to drive the car until it can be repaired. At this time I'm not sure how much or if it can even be repaired. At this time unable to upload photos as they are on someone else's phone, not on computer. Will provide if need be.
Engine cradle rot I've had the car since 04/27 2016,bought it from a dealer I know knew this model had rust issues they put it on the lot anyway.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. While driving at high speeds, the front end of the vehicle shook violently. When the vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance, the technician stated that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 204,446.
My engine cradle is rusted/rotted out and completely unsafe to drive. I was told it can't pass inspection and will be approximately $2,000 to fix. After researching online, this is a very common problem with the 2004 - 2008 Pacificas. A recall is needed.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. While the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine oil change, the technician noticed that the engine cradle was corroded and cracked on the right side. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 154,500.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler pecifica. While the vehicle was being serviced at the dealer, it was observed that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.
During a routine oil change, my mechanic said the front frame and engine mounts were severely rusted and the car would become inoperable.
Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that the engine craddle is rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 120,000. Ad.
Typical rust through of engine cradle sub frame (k frame) of a Pacifica SUV almost causing the engine to drop through to the ground. Discovered the rust through, and subsequent engine shift, in mid October 2015 @ approximately 144,000 miles, while car was up on a lift. Car was no longer drivable due to this condition. Had a local Chrysler dealership's repair shop to replace the cradle frame and motor mounts shortly thereafter. They disavowed any help or their involvement in getting Chrysler to cover the repair of a known defect. Called Chrysler's customer service and was told my Pacifica was not part of the extended warranty issued for a small number of and short production run of Pacificas. Am attempting to again contact Chrysler customer service via letter and ask for help with the cost of repairs. Also trying to join the class action group that is suing Chrysler over this issue. Law firm in columbus, OH is lead counsel on the case. I love this car for all its attributes and that is was developed, built and sold while Mercedes Benz owned Chrysler, giving it a much higher quality in my opinion. Present day fiat Chrysler doesn't seem to want to help out on this issue.
On the highway there were these vibrations in the pacific so my husband and I took the car to the mechanic which recommended new suspension so we got those. The problem wasn't fixed my husband took it to another mechanic for new tires, suspension and alignment to be told that our only means of transportation was not fit to drive because the subframe completely has rotted out. Thank god he did that, I'm horrified my child was in it all this time. My husband and I called the number 1 800-992-1997 daimlerchrysler. To be told there is nothing that can be done for us the mileage of the car was outside warranty. The mechanic's quote for is over $2000. I'm not sure what to do right now to get to work and manage my usual weekly errands.