general problems of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica - part 1

Purchased this vehicle in 2013, inquired about defects and recalls but was told there was none. Vehicle had 46,000 miles on it at time of purchase 104k presently. Good running vehicle up to par on maintenance, which all goes to waste with a rotted subframe. Researched 100's possibly 1000's of complaints online with the same issue, where was mentioned nothing was done about it. Contacted Chrysler myself to put in complaint and agent would not even forward it to the next level because the lack of recall or extended warranty. The cost for a new frame from a Chrysler dealer is over 2k and cost just as much to replace. But the part is on back order for weeks. (could this mean there are so many people in line waiting to order and needing this particular part?) cannot trust used parts because of many Chrysler Pacifica owners had to salvage their vehicle for the same reason. More of an investigation should be done into this. In the midst of a pandemic who can afford these outrageous, unexpected repair costs or even a new vehicle. My only option is to salvage it for way less that it's worth, as I mentioned it drive great! I cannot sell it to anyone else knowing the safety hazard it has on it and I cannot afford a car payment. I am fearful of my engine falling out of the bottom if I drive it. Something has to be done, too many vehicles with the same issue. Force a recall on Chrysler for their rotted subframes.

Noticed a lot of clunking coming from the front of our 2006 Pacifica. Looked under vehicle and noticed rust and holes in the engine cradle. Took to my mechanic, he confirmed the engine cradle is about to fail. I contacted burger Chrysler in terre haute in. They stated vehicle is not under any recall or safety notice. And fixing it would be out of my pocket. I researched the vehicle on the NHTSA web site. Need less to say I'm ashamed to own one. Chrysler will not stand behind what they mess up.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that upon taking her vehicle to an independent mechanic for service, she was informed that the engine cradle was extremely corroded. The contact's husband called ed martin Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram (2109 e 53rd st, anderson, in 46013) and was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The contact's husband was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 190,000.

My car was built in 2005 when the subframe recall was issued, I called them to try and get some help, basically get reimbursed for the labor of getting the replacement subframe installed. The old subframe finally broke while I was driving at city speeds and I was lucky that the shop I used let me know. When I contacted them, the statement was that due to the age and current mileage of the car, we can not help you. Now if I had of been on a road trip or driving at the speed limit this would have cause some serious damage. This is a safety issue to anyone who has this vehicle and has run out of warranty to get it replaced. Below are photos of the old subframe and the door sticker.

The engine cradle on my 2006 Chrysler Pacifica touring is almost completely rusted and cracked through. I took it to the mechanic because it was shaking and bucking and was told to stop driving it because one more bump could break the cradle causing my engine to drop. It will cost thousands of dollars to replace it. More than the car is worth.

Engine cradle is totally rotted through. Engine mounts are bad to. Engine about to fall out from rusted engine cradle.

The engine cradle is completely rusted through and motor mounts as well. I took into a shop,he refused to fix my idle pulley and told us it's unsafe to drive our 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.

Sub frame rusted through.

The front subframe is rusted threw with a fist size whole . . Now I have to pay labor and buy piece Chrysler refuses to help knowning the issue they cause could hurt my family an kids driving in this truck is unfar.

The chassis that connects under the engine from left front tire to right front tire , was diagnosed by a certified auto repair shop. That the metal was not treated properly to stop the metal from corroding and the possibility of the engine falling or steering compromised ,I was instructed by Chrysler in detroit michigan to take the automobile to the nearest dealership zieglers in schaumburg IL 60172 , to have a dealer look at it , and the dealer wants to charge me almost $150. 00 because they want a case # first but the people we talked to at Chrysler in detroit , noeloyn and angelica at 1-800-247-9753 said they were just going to make a notation of it . This problem became known to myself when the temp dropped below 20 degrees around new year day , driving . I heard and felt like something was wrong with the suspension . I took it to a mechanic , who then referred me to a body shop ,elmars on north Ave in glendale heights ,IL 60139 who said the chassie part under the engine was not coated to stop it from deteriorating, but it is so bad , to not drive it . The engine might fall out and there has been a recall for Pacificas from the years before for the same default.

Subframe rotting, vehicle well maintained , now scarred to drive that I see that for myself.

I had the oil changed on December 20th, 2017, and when I picked up the car, the mechanic told me the engine was ready to fall out. He said the sub frame that supports the engine was rotted out and ready to fail. I was advised not to drive the car in this condition. I was given a quote of around $3,000. 00 to fix it. I've been driving for over 50 years and never heard of any car experiencing this problem.

Car mileage 59,698. In December 2017 took my car for a tire rotation as the 2 front tires are showing visible wear and was told by mechanic that my sub frame below the engine is rotted out. And yep saw it for myself. Both sides of frame rotted out with visible holes. Was told something along the lines of there are cracks or seams which allowed water and junk in but no where for it to exit. Was quoted $1600 to replace. Very upset as we have to pay for this out of pocket and vehicle is not safe to drive other then very short distances until we can afford to fix it. Also we are thinking 2 front tires are out of tread and need replaced was/is caused from the sub frame being defective and throwing vehicle tires out of balance. So as well, we have to purchase 2 new tires. Fix I.

Engine cradle is corroded through.

Takata recall I was told at 118,963 miles that my Pacifica is in desperate need of a new subframe.

2006 Pacifica with 105,000 miles. Took in for service and mechanic found badly corroded engine cradle. I can peel the rust away and put my fingers in the holes and gaps in the center support tie in. In addition to stress cracks in the lh side of the engine support. Dealer told me no warranty coverage, no recall. Cant afford repair and car is unsafe to drive. Frame rusted out after only 11 years old!! what happened to "made in America" stood for quality and being a good thing.

Driving 70mph on interstate, car suddenly feels as though it is hydroplaning but road surface is dry, no control over steering. Took to dealership who said rear suspension had collapsed the weight from this had shredded both new back tires down to steel belt $1200 repair bill. . . Also undercarriage is starting to rust out, have seen complaints of this on internet. . Chrysler will do nothing.

I have owned this 2006 Chrysler Pacifica fwd touring model since brand new. We live in michigan so of course there are winter issues associated with cars in general. However, this vehicle is in great condition garage kept all of its life unless driving, no surface rust,etc etc. Basically a great car. I went to get the oil changed and the technician told me by the way there is a big rut hole in the sub frame and you might want to have that looked at. He also stated it looks strange because the rest of the car is in such great shape. I had new struts and tie rod installed about 2 years ago so I took it in there to have it looked at next. I was then told this is amazing, but we have seen this before on these Chrysler Pacificas! (red flag). They told me to check with the dealer because there is probably a recall on it. I then called the dealer to make an appointment to have it looked at. The service tech told me he knows what I am talking about and took my VIN number over the phone. After a few minutes he told me there was an extended warranty for this case and unfortunately it did not cover my VIN. Then he suggested I call Chrysler customer service to complain and see where it gets me. (nice). After speaking with Chrysler and told them the story and how it basically renders my car unsafe to drive she explained to me that there was a warranty for a 6 week period in 2004 and I did not qualify. I have read numerous articles on the internet now about this problem and possible class action lawsuits. Needless to say, I drive around with children in the car and this thing is a time bomb and Chrysler needs to admit there is a problem and warn all current owners before someone gets injured or killed!.

Tuesday, October 25, 2016 the the engine cradle rusted through and the engine lowered and the cradle itself was dragging along the street. My wife was leaving our town of owosso, michigan to go to doctor appointments in lansing, michigan about 35 miles away. The Pacifica had 119,101 miles on it and was otherwise in excellent condition. We had purchased the car from a Chrysler dealership about 15 miles away about seven years prior with 42,000 miles on it. It had always been serviced at the dealership until the dealership was sold in February 2016. Without repair the value of the vehicle was just scrap metal, repair was an absolute to salvage any value, the repair cost $3214. 07.

Rotted out engine cradle vibration when driving. . No help from Chrysler. . . Cant drive car,,still paying on it. . . Need help.

Vehicle was brought in for alignment and I was informed the engine cradle is rotted out and will need to be replaced. I did some homework and learned this is a common problem with all Pacifica's. Chrysler has only repair roughly 7,000 vehicles made is 2004 during a one month period. This is a model/year wide problem. There is a class action lawsuit currently pending.

My 2006 Chrysler Pacifica cradle is rusting out and the dealership that changed my oil said it is very dangerous to drive. I was also told by them that the 2004 and 2005 Chrysler Pacifica had recalls on this same issue but not the 2006. When I called Chrysler up to report this issue they told me that my VIN # is not on the recall and can not do anything about it. But as I read on here Chrysler should know about this issue. I have my grandson in my car a lot of the time and I hope and pray nothing happens to either one of us while I am driving this car. I can not afford to get this fixed because it is very expensive to repair.

My engine cradle is rusted through creating a safety hazard it has always been garaged.

Engine craddle rust & crack.

On June 21, 2016 took vehicle to Chrysler dealer for emission repairs. Informed vehicle unsafe to drive due to rusted sub-frame and cradle which holds the engine. Went back and viewed vehicle. Entire cradle, I. E. Sub-frame corroded. Never received recall. Owned vehicle since 2007. Estimate of repairs of $5,000. 00.

The engine/suspension crossmember is severely rusted through. This type of corrosion is not evident elsewhere on the vehicle frame, only on this crossmember. This problem has gained national attention for at least two years yet Chrysler has chosen not to take responsibility for a manufacturing defect; namely inadequate anti-corrosion coating thickness. I spoke to a Chrysler representative today and they offered no assistance with the $3,050 repair/replacement cost of this failed component. I have all of my vehicle service done at a Chrysler dealership. I've had them inspect for this defect in the past but there were previously no reported issues. While the vehicle was in for routine oil change yesterday, the mechanic warmed me of the now obviously unsafe situation. In fact, I normally purchase a maintenance agreement through the dealership that lasts two years. They declined to sell me the contract siting that the engine could possibly fall out of the vehicle within that time. I'm very disappointed that Chrysler couldn't even offer to discount this sizable repair bill. I've found numerous news stories online about this exact same safety issue occurring around the us yet nothing seems to be done about it. Why?.

While checking tires, noticed holes rusted through in the frame. Took the car to the garage and mechanic put it on hoist and saw the whole frame is rusted in the engine carriage and sides. Whole underside is ready to fall through. Can't be welded, just replaced.

Driving with kids front of vehicle kept feeling as if the whole front end was about yo fall off. Mechanic sd probably tie rod ends and motor mount. Took to mechanic when they lifted the car my whole engine cradle was severly rusted, seperated and was told lucky engine didnt fall through while driving. I can not safely drive car and to repair is thousands of dollars! bought at a dealership Aug 2012 they will not help with repairs either. I still owe on my car and it could be life threatning to drive this car. Very upset but thankful me and the kids did not get hurt. The mechanics were in shock when they saw the rusted out engine cradle!.

I have a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica, have had it 2 years now. When I took it to the garage to get an oil change my mechanic called me over to the service bay to show me that he had found that the engine sub-frame was almost rusted through. The mechanic went on to tell me that when it finally rusts through that the engine will drop down on to the road and cause me to loss all steering control and that the engine may slide up under the car thus resulting in an accident, I have to drive a major freeway everyday to get to work and if that happens to me there is a good chance that I or someone else could get seriously hurt/and killed. When I contacted my local Chrysler dealer he all but laughed when I asked what Chrysler was going to do about this safety hazard, he told me that Chrysler is not going to recall these cars for this problem and that I was on my own in getting it fixed, now I am stuck with a car that has no value and is dangerous to drive. What can I do?.

My 2006 Pacifica has a rusted /rotted engine sub frame / cradle. The body and paint are near perfect. How can a part the holds the engine/trans/suspension deteriorate so badly new sub frame is a list price of $3500. 00. The cost of repair is more than the car is worth. It is otherwise a perfect car. No help from Chrysler. My only option is to try and find a used sub frame from florida or arizona.

Engine cradle rusted and is unsafe to drive I called Chrysler they said too bad for me I have to pay for all repairs.

Front sub frame rust through. Was told frame could crack or break causing loss of control of car. Needs $3,100. 00 repair at Chrysler dealer to make safe. .

When taking my 2006 Chrysler Pacifica to be serviced for broken motor mount. My vehicle was brought in the shop, not even 30 minutes passed and I was contacted immediately by the mechanic, that in the process of replacing my motor mount he noticed that my cradle was rotted out and very unsafe to drive because this was a very important component on my vehicle, (steering, engine, transmission and ect. ) are being held up by the cradle, and the mechanic stated that the engine can fall out at anytime! I am in fear for my family and I, to know that we travel at high speeds on the free way. We live in a city where there are many pot holes and craters in the streets we drive on, and to know that we can be in danger is insane. He quoted me around $3,000 to repair and I cannot afford to cover this issue. There has to be something done by the Chrysler corp. Hopefully this speaks for many owners of this same vehicle.

Update on earlier report. Had an independent sevice station check condition of rusting engine cradle on 7/21/15. Mechanic reported that the rot damage is a safety issue, car should not be driven. Rear engine cradle cross member rusting out over the years driven, unknown to me. Also brought car to Chrysler sevice station for their mechanic's inspection on 7/ 27/15. Reported that the cradle was very rusty. Large rusted out holes in the stucture are very easy to see. I was told the car was o. K. To drive today and that the engine could fall through at any time later. Not a safety issue ? was also told I could keep comming back repetedly at 52$ a pop to have them check on the progression of the rot. Quoted $2800 for repair, car not worth the cost, nor can I afford the cost. I was rushed out of the sevice area after being handed the bill. No talk about how the cradle was manufactured poorly, only that I could spray some type of rust inhibitor on the effected areas. Chrysler has had my three young children and wife sitting in a car that could have caused them serious injury or death. I have since found out that Chrysler knows about the faulty product and continued to produce more. I depended on this car everyday , I was happy with it untill now. I was happy with Chrysler intill now, they need to step-up and fix what they know was not safe to start with. My car now sits in the driveway untill I can take further action.

Engine cradle rusted through lower section on each end. Noticed at onset of oil change.