Chrysler Pacifica owners have reported 6 parking brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common parking brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's parking brake (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake problems |
The contact owns a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 5-10 mph, the brakes locked up. The contact stated that the parking brake unexpectedly engaged and failed to release. The driver’s side rear wheel locked up. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brake actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. While driving in the driveway, the brakes locked up. The vehicle was taken to the dealer again, where the abs module was replaced. Additionally, there was an engine malfunction, and the battery was recharged. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The contact requested a vehicle buyback. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.
The contact's sister-in-law owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. While the contact was stopped at a mailbox to retrieve mail, the contact opened the front, driver side door. When the contact opened the door, the vehicle's parking brake engaged independently. As the contact attempted to drive forward, the vehicle's rear wheels had locked upon depression of the accelerator pedal. Due to the failure, the vehicle was stopped in the middle of an intersection as the parking brake failed to disengage. The parking brake warning light appeared on the instrument panel. The contact made multiple attempts to restart the vehicle but to no avail. The contact then stated that a "service parking brake" warning message appeared on the instrument. All occupants exited the vehicle and directed traffic to avoid hitting the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer where they managed to restart the vehicle without incident. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
See attached document for complaint.
Emergency brake failure - lever for activating parking brake came loose from assembly and became lodged between brake drum and brake assembly. This caused wheel to stop rotating. Could put car in reverse temporarily dislodging lever allowing vehicle to move freely. Lever finally lodged completely causing wheel to drag and overheat. Needed to replace parking brake assembly in the affected wheel.
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph with the parking brake engaged unknowingly from the prior day. The parking brake light illuminated on the instrument panel. The parking brake was disengaged, followed by an abrupt stop. The vehicle failed to proceed in a forward direction. The gear was shifted into reverse and then into the drive position. The vehicle was able to continue normally. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician was unable to duplicate the problem and stated the brake pedal functioned as designed. The failure mileage was 16,169.
While the vehicle was parked on a level surface it began to roll backwards without warning. No collision reported.