Carrier/rack problems of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica

Went to Chrysler dealer for oil change. Was told that the engine cradle is rusted, where center structure meets side arms of cradle is severely rusted. Cracks are forming on side arms. Advised cradle will eventually fail. Estimated cost to repair $4,000-5,000. Recommended getting rid of the car (not sure who I would get rid of it to as it is basically worthless at this point). Dealer wouldn't even recommend selling me an oil change 4 pack because they don't think the car will last that long. Vehicle only has 133,000 miles on it and we had anticipated driving it for many more years.

Took my 2006 Chrysler Pacifica in for an oil change. The cradle is cracked and rusted out. The car is unsafe to drive, and the repair is very expensive. We are now unable to use our car. We can't afford the repair, and are not in a position to purchase a new one. It appears that there are a very large number of Pacifica's that are effected, and Chrysler only recalled a very small portion of the Pacifica's. This is a defective part on my car, and Chrysler should replace this part. This mistake is putting people's lives in danger.

Rust issue on front engine cradle I am from south charleston, wv resident and recently discovered through my dealers mechanic that I had a badly corroded engine cradle. We bought the car used and it just turned 100k miles. Dealer denied the recall, there is is a small window of vehicles manufactured between Feb. 23, 2004 and March 31,2004, a pretty small window. A couple of calls to Chrysler customer assistance has fallen on deaf ears. The dealer and Chrysler are not budging. It is not the money, it is the principle of a design problem that Chrysler is not fully standing behind. For reference, the Chrysler warranty bulletin is no:d-10-34 dated March 16, 2012. Subject is listed as (x26) front engine cradle extended warranty 2004-2005 Chrysler Pacifica's. We have a 2006 and have the same issue and Chrysler needs to recall all of the models affected! I have 3 children and a wife and we depend on this vehicle. Only had it one year and couldnt get it pass the 1st inspection due to the rusted out cracked engine cradle. Mechanic states it is not safe to drive!!!! I cannot get any explanation as to quite why that is from Chrysler despite numerous contacts with the customer care people from Chrysler and/or dealership. Apparently my best hope is that if I pay for the repair myself I might get a refund later if Chrysler decides to expand the group of covered vehicles. Help us please thank you.