Underbody Shield problems of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica

The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that the engine block was corroded causing the engine to become unstable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the under carriage needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was 137,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Reference TSB 13. 001-12, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica suspension service bulletin, and NHTSA action number 10044109. A letter was sent to some 2004-2005 Chrysler Pacifica owners that the front engine cradle and suspension mount frame was prone to corrosion problems. The warranty was extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles to owners in states that use road salt, cold weather states. We live in pennsylvania, which is considered a cold weather state. Our Pacifica was inspected in April 2014. We informed the station that we were experiencing some vibration in the front end of the vehicle. We were informed that the cradle assembly and mount was rusted through and because of safety issues they had to be replaced before it would pass inspection. The cost was $2,702. 08. The vehicle had 122,638 miles, under the warranty threshold of 150,000. When we learned of this situation we called Chrysler. They informed me that only Pacifica's manufactured between a certain time frame were covered. They could not tell me the time frame, but our vehicle was not covered. To make matters worse, the new cradle assembly is exactly the same as the original part. No corrective actions have been taken to prevent the rusting. There are other cases similar to mine on the internet. State dmv?s are failing these vehicles for safety issues, they are unsafe to drive. How can Chrysler ignore these serious safety issues? I am requesting full reimbursement of $2,702. 08, plus request action be taken against Chrysler so that all 2004-2005 Pacifica's are repaired before serious accidents occur, if they haven't already.

My Chrysler Pacifica was diagnosed with a bad engine cradle, cradle is rusted, has a long rust hole about 7 inches long, will need a cradle replacement, frame is unsafe. Some 04's-05's were recalled for same problem, mine wasn't included in the recall for some reason, I'm having the same problem everyone else is. Contacted Chrysler and said there wasn't anything they could do for me, its definitely a safety issue.

Sub frame is rotting and could be compromise at anytime.

I have had my vehicle since 2008. I took it in for a oil change and was told that the subframe/engine cradle was rotted and unsafe. I live in OH. And was told by Chrysler, since my vehicle was originally sold in az. That it is not covered to have the engine cradle replaced. The vehicle is a 2005 and have been in a "salt state" for 5 years. I located a letter online that was sent out and it doesn't state where the vehicle was purchase would be covered, but place of operation. To me 5 years of OH winters and salt has been the place of operation. After searching out the problem concerning the engine cradle, I have found that it has been a big problem.

On November 12th 2013 , I took my 2005 Chrysler Pacifica to be inspected. I was told the vehicle could not pass inspection since the front sub frame was rotted and the vehicle should not be driven. I was also told rear sub frame bushings and the frame itself was weak. The car only has 127359 miles on it. This is unreal !!!!!!! I called Chrysler to no avail. I was wondering has anyone thought class action suit ??.

Examined subframe of car during routine inspection and discovered excessive corrosion to one side. Visible cracking in subframe generating from corroded area.

On October 25, 2013, I learned that the engine cradle/frame on my Chrysler Pacifica 2005 was severely rusted and rendered the car undrivable. Driving the car could cause the frame to fail and there could be serious consequences such as an accident or having my engine basically end up on the street. This is unacceptable for a 2005 vehicle with nearly 80,000 miles on it. This car has been garage kept and driven as a family car since it's purchase. The body has not one speck of rust, but the frame/cradle has completely rusted through. This is unacceptable and Chrysler needs to step up to the plate on this for vehicle owners.

Cradle rotted out.

We were informed when vehicle was in for repair that there were holes in the front subframe. The subframe had rusted out and the holes will not allow the car to pass inspection. We were informed that the subframe would need to be replaced. Contacted Chrysler hotline and they said that there were issues and notices sent to cars in the salt-belt, we did not receive one even though upstate NY. They have been in contact with the local dealership as of two and half weeks ago and we still have no response on whether it is covered under potential recall. Safety is definitely an issue, not sure why this issue has not been enough of a cause of concern to issue nationwide recall. Subframe should not rot out and have to be replaced, clearly defect in design and materials. Search web we are not the only ones, hundreds if not thousands of similar complaints.

Sub-frame is totally rotted out!!!!!!!!!!!.

Driving down the street and the car started shaking and then something sounded like it snapped and the steering wheel was almost locked and could not steer. Had it towed to the mechanics and he said the under frame and the brackets attached from the chasis to the frame holding up the engine had broken off. I got home looked online and found out that there are a lot of complaints about rusting in the under frame and that it is a very unsafe condition.

Upon routine inspection by an independent dealer, it was identified that the engine cradle (sub-frame) was corroded with rust and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The cost of repair was approximately $2,400. I contacted Chrysler and they rejected my claim, informing me that some Chrysler Pacificas were covered by warranty for this exact issue, but not the car I own.

I have been made aware of severe corrosion and rust of the frame and cross member of this vehicle. It has been properly maintained and serviced. On researching this problem on the internet. It appears that this is not an isolated incident but a common problem for Pacifica. Chrysler has service bulletins advising service personal to look for this problem. There has not been a recall and as a result they will not assist in the repair of this vehicle. I feel that it is a product flaw and should be addressed by Chrysler. Much like the rusting problem with the Toyota tundra trucks. This vehicle was in MA from 2005 to 2011 and now is in FL.

I took my car into a garage in waterford,CT for suspension problems. On raising it, he found that the sub-frame is rotting badly due to rust. There are several holes in the frame and he told me it was dangerous to drive. I contacted Dodge and they have opened a case - 22909122 they asked me to take it into a Chrysler dealership which I am doing tomorrow. They will pass on an inspection report.

My very well kept 2005 Pacifica failed inspection at my local mechanic due to a completely rotted cross member frame. Substantial rotting in multiple spots. Many holes. Took car to Chrysler dealer and they inspected car and told me they had never seen a worse frame. Quoted me in writing, $5779. 98 to repair!!! opened a case with Chrysler to find out if they would do anything for me. Yea right. They even went as far as to say the dealer said they only gave me a parts list, not a quote. Liars! said it was normal wear and tear in new york. Cars built from 2/23/04-3/31/04 were given an extension to 150,000 miles warranty for such problem. Chrysler knows about this problem and are not taking responsibility for it. Needs to be a recall! I am going to repair with used cross member for 1500. 00 and I'm selling it afterwards. Do not want any part of Chrysler again!.

Sub frame rusted out, declared unsafe to drive.