general problems of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica

15 problems related to vehicle speed control 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.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 09/13/2018

Braking issue; abs light on; intermittent brake failure; front upper motor mount as well as motor mount by radiator; (front left cv axle recently repaired) braking problem persist 2005 Chrysler Pacifica just today, have a $706. 00 repair quote: just paid 207. 18 2 days ago to replace left front cv axel !.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2017

Shifter locked in "park". Pink safety tab broke.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2017

The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle started to jerk and then stalled. While the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated at a rapid speed. The contact was able to control the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the egr valve, water temperature sensor, and intake manifold gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 155,753.

4 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 03/16/2017

When driving the car would stall at stop signs or has issues maintaining speed going up hills. Also I took the vehicle into a mechanic and they told me the sub-frame is completely rotted through and the steering is being held together with 1 bolt. They stated the car is unsafe to drive.

5 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2015

I had been having issues with my vehicle sputtering while driving on and off for a few months. I had a tune- up done which worked for a few weeks until it started up again. I was driving my children to school when the car started to jerk front and back and the engine would alternate between reving up and sputtering like it was going to die out. I managed to drop my kids of at school and get back home. My husband took the car in and they service guy said that it would cost around $5000. 00 to repair. He stated that the engine mount was cracked and the frame was rusted which had caused damage to some of the vehicle wiring. We took it to another shop and the service guy at this shop said the same. He told us that the vehicle was not safe to drive that the engine could essentially fall right out while I was driving it. Needless to say I decided not to drive the vehicle again. I used this vehicle to drive my children everywhere. I am extremely frustrated with this situation because I was not aware of this type of problem with my vehicle prior to this incident. I am thankful that nothing happened while I was driving with my children; but I can't help but wonder how may other people are out there driving around in this vehicle not knowing what could happen. My husband contacted chrylser which was a waste of time. I wonder how they can get away with this. Not only am I out of a car but I cant get much on a trade in because the vehicle isn't safe to drive.

6 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/12/2014

As I sat at a stop light waiting for it to turn green, the speedometer jumped up to 20 mph and the vehicle lunged forward. I almost rear ended the vehicle in front of me. The vehicles check engine light came on and had stated on since than. I had the code scanned and it came back as codes p0700 and p0740. I searched for the meaning of those codes and they pretty much said it was the tcm (transmission control module) which had been recalled on several Chrysler Pacifica's. I called the local dealer and they said that was not a recall on my VIN specific vehicle. I of course asked how it was not recalled on my vehicle when everything I have read says it was for all 2005-2006 Pacifica's. There have been other reports of this same incident happening with other Pacifica owners as well. I would like to have the tcm on my vehicle recalled and replaced just as thousands of others were. If I had been and closer to any of the vehicles in front of me the several times this has happened then I would have rear ended several people by now and none of the accidents would have been my fault. These incidents happen every time I am driving in town. It never lunes forward as far as I am aware, on the freeway. Please help me fix this problem before it does cause an accident.

7 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 06/02/2014

Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated to respond before surging forward. Also, the contact indicated that a whistling noise emitted from the engine. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 16,000. Pam.

8 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/11/2014

Sticky gas pedal; a/cwater drains inside passenger cabin.

9 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 03/03/2014

Entire subframe, engine cradle, riddled with corrosion and rust. Spoke with Chrysler customer service last year and was told that my Pacifica was built/ assembled in delawer therefore my car is not covered by the recall . I found several car with the same issue, my mechanic placed the car up on the lift and got the shock of his day. The whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded. I could put my hand through it, it was so corroded. He told me, basically, that I should get the car fixed or get rid of it I had the car for almost 3 years and the dealer never reported the problem, and I don't believe I could catch it unless I got under the car, additionally it will take more the 3 year for the much rust to shows.

10 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2013

The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that once he removed pressure from the accelerator pedal, the pedal would become very resistant to being depressed again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

11 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2012

The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact removed her foot from the accelerator pedal and noticed that the pedal became stuck in a partially depressed position. After applying pressure to the accelerator pedal it released. The vehicle was taken to the dealer four different times for a diagnostic test. The technician applied oil to the throttle to serve as a lubricant. The failure continued after the repair. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

12 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 10/14/2011

The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. Whenever the contact attempted to accelerate, she would notice that extra pressure had to be placed on the pedal in order for the vehicle to accelerate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The current and the failure mileage was 60,000. The VIN was not available.

13 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 02/20/2011

The gas pedal on my 2005 Chrysler Pacifica touring model sticks upon acceleration from idle or cold start. It also has a tendency to be hard to push after deceleration to acceleration. This occurs every time going from idle to acceleration and approximately 50% of the time while running.

14 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 02/17/2009

I just want to voice my feelings on this company (Chrysler) concerning the Chrysler Pacifica 2005 awd why wasn't this car recalled as a whole. It is a piece of crap I bought this car as a reliable family car being that I am a single mother of 5. I researched this car to make sure that it was going to be the right fit. I have had to buy 3 batteries for this car which to me seems to be a lot. The car burned oil constantly and no one could tell me where the oil was going, I had to have the motor mount changed I had to replace the egr valve failed my emissions because of it right after meaning seconds after it was changed the check engine light came back on while at the shop showing that the catalytic converter needed to be changed! not only did I have to pay for the egr valve but I also had to buy a two year waiver for my emissions in order to get my tabs because there was no way that I was going to be able to afford a catalytic converter. Got the catalytic converter changed and the check engine light went off for about a month or so but came right back on. Had to get the radiator repaired and now there is 5 different codes popping up p0305, p0404, p0736, p179, and p0720 im sure these codes mean nothing to you but I needed to address. I don't understand how so many complaints were made and these are from families people who spend a little more money on something that is not a Mini van to end up with some crap!!!!! no one wants to spend their hard erned money on car repairs when I have to make life decsions on food on the talbe or fix my car well we are eating rice. I am attaching links from online complaints. . Read more...

15 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 08/17/2006

: the contact stated at various speeds, while letting off of the accelerator pedal, the vehicle stalled intermittently. The vehicle restarted with no delay. The dealership replaced the computer, but the problem persisted. The vehicle was currently at the dealership.


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