Power Train Problems of Chrysler Pacifica - part 1

As I pulled up to stop, in electric mode, at a stop light, the display screen pulled up a message to pull over safely because the engine would stop soon, within about 10 seconds the screen showed the engine stopped. I was still at the light. I tried restarting the vehicle, moving the shifter from drive to park and back, pressing the park button several times with no success. With cars honking behind me, I got out of the car, told them my car had died and asked them to drive around me. I got back in the car, repeated the actions a few times and the car started in electric mode. I drove home (about 5 miles) without incident. Check engine light was on. I pulled 2 codes u0412 and u029a. I have had the u0412 code a few times before with only the check engine light coming on. It would go away in a day or two (no check engine light and no code). U029a is new.

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The vehicle was purchased used on 8/5/26 with no problems or recalls. I was driving home from the dealership on the highway about 1. 5 hours and the vehicle had a warning light come on telling me to pull over safely and the vehicle would shut off. I did so. The vehicle would not restart. I called for a tow truck and was stranded for 2 hours. I had the vehicle towed to my local dealership service center because I was closer to home versus the dealer I bought it from. The vehicle is still under warranty and will get looked at. This is a huge frustrating situation.

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The vehicle has experienced three separate incidents involving a sudden, unexpected loss of motive power at speed accompanied by a warning message ("please pull off the road safely, vehicle will shut off soon") and a turtle icon ("red turtle of death") on the instrument cluster. Two of these incidents occurred on major highways at speeds exceeding 60 mph. Incident history: February 2026 (heavy melting snow, boston, MA): vehicle experienced complete loss of propulsion while driving on a city street. Dealership (mcgovern Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram) held the vehicle for nearly a month under diagnostic trouble code p167b ("controlled system shutdown"). Replaced occupant restraint module, which did not resolve the issue. Vehicle eventually resumed operating on its own. Recent incident (heavy rain spray, highway >60 mph): sudden loss of motive power on high-speed road. Instrument panel displayed turtle icon and forced an emergency pull-off. After cycling ignition, drive capability returned. Obd-ii scanner returned code p0000 (generic placeholder concealing proprietary Chrysler hybrid/bpcm/pim isolation fault codes). Two days later (dry conditions, highway >60 mph): third sudden loss of motive power at 60+ mph, forcing an immediate pull-off into traffic shoulder. Check engine light remained on with code p0000. Safety risk & technical context: unexpected loss of motive power at highway speeds creates a critical safety hazard for vehicle occupants and surrounding traffic. These symptoms closely align with high-voltage isolation faults and internal short-circuiting documented in NHTSA recall 23v-010 / pe22-008 (eflite transmission internal connector wiring harness short). The vehicle presents a recurring hazard where moisture or intermittent electrical shorts trigger a high-voltage system shutoff, leaving the driver with limited or no propulsion without warning.

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My car is a part of NHTSA campaign no. 26v362 / manufacturer recall 52d and on July 30th, 2026 it suffered a fatal transmission error and stopped on the highway. I am unable to drive it and it officially needs its entire transmission rebuilt. My wife was driving back from work and the car shutdown in the middle of the highway and she had to risk her life to get it to an emergency zone. The turtle symbol came on the dash and the dealer confirmed the transmission needs to be rebuilt because of a manufacturer defect.

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The vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic loss of motive power while driving in active traffic due to a severe hybrid powertrain malfunction. Immediately prior to the failure, the dashboard displayed a critical warning message: "stop safely – vehicle will shut off soon. " the vehicle then lost all propulsion, leaving it completely disabled and forcing an emergency maneuver to the shoulder. This dangerous stalling event occurred twice. The safety of my family was put at extreme risk as we were trapped in a dead vehicle in active traffic lanes, creating a severe rear-end collision hazard. The malfunctioning system involves the hybrid propulsion system, specifically the hybrid control module (hcpm) or internal transaxle wiring. This issue began immediately after a dealership performed the mandatory 44d emissions recall software flash repair. The vehicle is currently with dealership for more than a week for diagnosis. The problem has not yet been permanently repaired by the manufacturer, but diagnostic trouble codes should be stored in the vehicle's computer modules.

On Saturday July 25th, while driving at 70 mph on the highway, my van lost the ability to accelerate or maintain velocity. There was no warning or indication that this was going to happen. There was a beep and the screen flashed to a screen that said to pull over immediately and safely. Surprised and scared, I had to cut across 3 lanes of traffic while losing velocity cutting off a tractor trailer because my velocity dropped quickly. After restarting, the vehicle ran normally. I drove in the slow lane for a mile an it happened again. I was able to get the vehicle off the highway and drive slowly and safely on backroads to get the van to a ourisman Chrysler in clarksville, MD. The check engine light was on when I arrived at the dealer. Immediately upon arrival I was told by a service representative that it will most likely need a new transmission. On Tuesday he told me a tech verified it needs a new transmission. He told me the vehicle was classified as vor (vehicle off road) meaning it was unsafe or unable to be driven on the road and that parts were ordered and expedited. I did not hear back from the dealership until Friday at which point they surprisingly told me my vehicle was ready to pick up. In an email I was told: "what was found was a stored fault code p0a43-00 drive motor "a" position sensor circuit intermittent. There is a TSB 21-037-26 for that fault code and vehicle going into limp mode and the repair is a rebuild kit for the transmission. " despite this they also said in an email: "cleared codes and perform test drive. Code never came back and it states in the procedure you must verify the problem meaning it happened or is happening via active fault code which it is not. " they refuse to fix the problem, despite acknowledging it happened. I was told to take the vehicle back and drive it as normal until it happens again, which I refused due to safety concerns. The vehicle currently has a bumper-to-bumper warranty.

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This 2021 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid has a severe and recurring history of catastrophic high-voltage hybrid powertrain and transmission failures that cause a sudden loss of motive power while driving, presenting an immediate safety hazard. The vehicle has already required two full automatic transmission (eflite evt) replacements under factory warranty due to internal failures. It has experienced multiple high-voltage component repairs, including software modules for the power inverter. The vehicle is currently experiencing a recurring failure and is displaying active diagnostic trouble code p0a78 (drive motor "a" inverter performance), indicating a critical fault in the high-voltage hybrid propulsion system. Prior to the current failure, the check engine light illuminated, and the vehicle experienced propulsion system degradation. This failure mode risks a sudden shutdown of the hybrid drive system at highway speeds, creating a severe risk of rear-end collisions or being stranded in active traffic. The recurring nature of these transmission and inverter failures indicates a systemic safety defect in the hybrid propulsion system. The issue and the active p0a78 code have been pulled, reproduced, and confirmed by an authorized dealership (diehl automotive of robinson), where the vehicle is currently held and available for inspection. The manufacturer has been notified via an open corporate case (#97399722).

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While driving, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off without warning. The engine stalled while the vehicle was in motion, causing an immediate loss of acceleration and power and creating a serious safety hazard in traffic. This vehicle previously received the safety recall u01 repair in January 2018, but the same engine stall condition has returned. The recall remedy does not appear to have permanently corrected the problem.

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Vehicle repeatedly entered limp mode / lost power at highway speed a few days after the dealer performing the remedy for NHTSA recall 23v- 010 (fca recall 03a, transmission internal wiring connector short). The recall remedy did not correct the defect. Prior to the recall work, the van entered limp mode on 2 other occasions. Timeline: on 7/10/26, park Chrysler Jeep in burnsville, mn performed the open recall remedy (recall 03a / NHTSA 23v-010) on our vehicle. We informed the dealer we were departing on a multi-week interstate family road trip, and the dealer released the vehicle as repaired. On [xxx], about 40 minutes into our trip, the vehicle entered limp mode with a severe loss of motive power while driving at highway speed on [xxx] between northfield, mn and [xxx]. We were able to reach the shoulder safely. After multiple restart attempts, the vehicle resumed operation. On [xxx], the vehicle entered limp mode 2 additional times under the same conditions on [xxx] in IL, and on [xxx] in in, again at highway speed and with heavy tra?c present. In one case there was barely enough shoulder to pull over safely. Each event created a sudden, significant speed differential with surrounding tra?c. On 7/16/26 the vehicle was taken to bob chandler Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram in columbus, OH. The dealer's diagnosis is that the transmission must be replaced. The repair order id is [xxx]. The vehicle is at that dealership awaiting parts. Safety concern: the vehicle lost motive power at highway speeds 3 times in two days after the recall remedy was performed and the vehicle was returned to us as repaired. Occupants at the time included 2 adults and 3 children. No crash, injury, or fire occurred, but each event presented a serious collision risk from sudden deceleration in tra?c. This experience is consistent with the concern in NHTSA's reopened investigation that the software-only recall remedy does not address the underlying hardware defect. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(.

2024 Chrysler Pacifica completely shutdown during a left turn. Engine died all electrical stopped functioning. Had to restart the vehicle to move the vehicle. This condition happened twice last week, but has not happened since. Fortunately it was a low speed situation rather than at highway speeds. Highway speed could have been a very serious situation with the potential of being rear-ended from high speed traffic. Vehicle has 27,500 miles on the odometer and was driving normally prior to the shutdowns. Chrysler dealer has been notified of the situation, but an appointment is 7-10 days out. No warning lights or messages were noticed.

I had my cylinder heads, valves and head gasket replaced over a year ago and drove 15k miles and I am having the same issues again. The dealer is trying there very best not to honor my valid powertrain parts warranty like saying the head gasket is only covered for 12 months and denying my claim but my cylinder heads and top end have a 3 year 100k mile warranty since they were installed not to long ago and they are trying to deny my claim using the head gasket. I have seen and read online that these engines all have similar problems with the head gaskets.

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Returning from [xxx] to [xxx] area wed. Xxx, traveling at ~75 mph on [xxx], I experienced a loss of power on a mild incline and an associated “stop safely - vehicle will shut off soon” instrument cluster message. I had to move hazardously in traffic while coasting to a stop on the right shoulder. This occurred with ~24,810 total miles on the vehicle since I purchased it new. I turned off the vehicle, waited a few minutes and then restarted it. I continued the drive with the vehicle acting normally until it happened again at 24,897 odometer miles, same message with same behavior. Traveling ~75 mph, I again had to move hazardously in traffic to coast to the right shoulder. Except now I notice the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated. I again turned the vehicle off, waited a few minutes and then restarted it. I was able to drive normally to the Chrysler dealership (autonation in katy TX) where I spoke to a service representative. He recorded my VIN and took some notes as I explained what happened, but would not plug in a code reader as I requested. Instead he said I would need to leave the vehicle there for at least 24 hours or bring it back later. Since I was still ~55 miles from home, had my wife and cargo still in the vehicle and wanted to know what malfunction code(s) were present, we elected to drive the vehicle home. On the way home, I stopped at both an advance auto and an autozone where both read the only code present as p0a43, see attachment. I also noted that the emission ready status was showing "no". I then drove the vehicle less than a mile to our home where it has remained in my driveway. Mileage is now 24972 on the odometer. I plugged in and charged the vehicle to 100% high voltage battery state. Two days later on xxx, I started the vehicle and the mil is no longer illuminated, still at 24972 odometer. The dealer promised me that the code would remain and could be read later, but it did not and nobody erased it. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C.

The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly experienced reduced power and hard shifting. Additionally, the steering wheel suddenly became difficult to turn while driving. The cause of the failures was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failures, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 50,000.

While I was driving to drop my kids to school my Chrysler Pacifica phev dashboard chimed, the check engine light made an appearance, and the screen in my gauge cluster showed a large warning message. “stop safely, vehicle will shut off soon. ” I kept my foot in it and guided the Pacifica hybrid through the off-ramp and into the rest stop’s parking lot and turned off the ignition and engine for 5 minutes and I started the engine and car allowed me to drive back home . The power tram warning got away that evening when I started my engine . The same problem came back again many times since then. I googled it and found that this is very serious problem which may lead fire . I would like to report this issue now.

While driving the vehicle the minivan will lose all acceleration. There is usually a preceding error displayed on the dashboard to pull over immediately. The dealership has thus far been unable to fix it.

The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The failure had occurred with two minor children seated in the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the turtle icon was displayed, and the adaptive cruise control was deactivated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was scheduled for diagnostic testing. Additionally, there was an unknown recall with a similar failure to be repaired at the scheduled appointment. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.

The contact owns a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle went into limp mode, shuddered, and then stalled. The message to "stop - pull over safely" was displayed on the instrument panel. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact researched and became aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that there was an intermittent drive motor position sensor failure inside the transmission, and the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Powertrain: harsh, jerky shifting, violent, lurching gear changes, pause before engaging and high revving and lack of acceleration, mostly noticed at 50-60mph steering pe25009 - catching or sticking when making minor or gradual turns in either direction when the steering wheel is positioned near the 11 o'clock or 1 o'clock positions. It requires extra force to break free and jerks the steering.

On June 14, 2026, one day after purchase, while driving through the mojave desert on I-15 in temperatures exceeding 100 degrees fahrenheit, the check engine light illuminated and remained on through southern California. The vehicle required a jump start after being parked in a covered multi-level parking structure for 5 days in long beach California after which the check engine light cleared. On June 19, 2026, six days after purchase, during the return trip the high voltage hybrid traction battery failed completely without warning in active las vegas highway traffic. The vehicle lost all motive power and coasted to the roadside. Three minor passengers were aboard, the youngest age 13. The occupants were stranded in temperatures exceeding 100 degrees for approximately two hours awaiting a tow truck. The vehicle was towed to an authorized Chrysler dealership where the high voltage traction battery was confirmed failed and replaced under warranty. A valley pan oil leak was also discovered and hybrid software update were also performed. An outstanding curtain airbag safety recall had never been remedied prior to the breakdown. The towing company reported they had been towing multiple Pacifica hybrids with similar failures during the same las vegas heat wave, suggesting a systemic issue with the high voltage battery thermal management system in extreme heat. The vehicle had been purchased six days prior with fewer than 1,000 miles of ownership at time of failure.

While driving at highway speed, my 2017 Chrysler Pacifica phev suddenly entered limp mode, displaying a red turtle warning light and red battery icon, and lost propulsion. My family was forced to pull onto the shoulder of a busy expressway, creating an immediate safety risk to occupants and other drivers. The vehicle was towed to an authorized Chrysler dealership where it has remained for nearly four weeks. A witech scan confirmed the battery pack control module is showing as unprogrammed. A second scan three weeks later confirmed the bpcm remains unprogrammed and three active dtcs are present. The dealership has confirmed these findings but is attempting to release the vehicle in this condition. Records show recall 03a for loss of motive power was previously performed on this vehicle. The same symptoms have recurred, suggesting the recall remedy may not have been effective. The dealership is denying warranty coverage while refusing to program the bpcm that would confirm or deny that coverage. Stellantis customer care has closed my case twice without resolution. I have formally refused pickup on safety grounds.

Upon attempting to charge the vehicle with factory supplied level 1 charger, a dashboard message appeared stating "service charging system" and the vehicle would not charge. Took the vehicle to a service station and scanned the vehicle. Listed error code is p0d27-00. The code could not be cleared and the vehicle was unable to be charged. Vehicle had to be taken to a Chrysler dealer for the code to be cleared in order to charging capability to be restored. This was considered a "software" issue and not covered under the vehicles warranty - despite it directly affecting the fuel/hybrid propulsion system. This defect and inability to clear the code means the vehicle cannot be charged, reducing its range and fuel economy, and increasing emissions. This is a critical issue and should not incur customer expense to have the code cleared.

While stopped at a traffic light on a downhill slope, my 2023 Chrysler Pacifica suddenly applied the brakes by itself and shifted into park as I began to accelerate through the intersection. I did not touch the shifter. The vehicle locked up abruptly in the middle of the intersection. There were no warning lights, alerts, or messages before or after the incident. I had no idea as to what was happening. I was scared the car behind me was going to run into me. I was fortunate that she didn't this behavior is extremely dangerous and could have caused a collision. I have since learned that the 2023 Pacifica has numerous electrical?system technical service bulletins, and this appears to be an unintended auto?park activation caused by an electrical or sensor fault. Vehicle details: 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, VIN [xxx]. I am submitting this complaint so this issue can be investigated as a potential safety defect affecting other vehicles as well. This incident scared me badly, and I no longer feel confident that the vehicle will behave predictably in traffic. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2018 Chrysler Pacifica with the 3. 6l v6 engine had a check engine light turn. At same time a vibration started, which was most noticable when the car was in idle. Also, a foggy exhaust started at the same time. No temperature or other warnings were occuring. After driving it to the repair facility the car was not able to be turned on. The findings are that there is a headgasket leak and radiator failure that resulted in coolant entering into the cylinder. That resulted in either hydrolock or engine overheating, causing engine failure. Again no temperature warning or other indication of a major issue was provided. The likely repair is a full engine and radiator replacement. It appears that many other Chrysler Pacifica vehicles have reported similar issues with the 3. 6l pentastar engine. No recall is currently available for the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica for this issue, however, it looks like the older versions (~2011-2013) have had a recall for similar issues. I have reached out to Chrysler corporate and requested support on this repair.

This is related to the 23v-010 / xe1 recall and extended warranty for the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid limited. The manufacturer is refusing the recall remedy because the catastrophic nature of the failure (transmission rupture) makes it impossible for the dealer to pull diagnostic codes. This creates an impossible standard for the consumer and effectively nullifies a federal safety recall. On xxx, I brought my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid limited to d’ambrosio service in downingtown, PA.  I reported that the car was making a sound during acceleration. On April 16, I was advised that the noise was the rubbing of the heat shield which was reportedly adjusted and tested that the noise was gone.  on April 19 I sent a message to d’ambrosio that the noise remained however I never received a response.  I believe that the noise was misdiagnosed and was actually warning signs of an imminent transmission failure.   on xxx, while driving, my wife and I heard a pop, saw smoke pouring out the back and immediately pulled over to discover a large amount of fluid spilling out of the bottom of the vehicle.  the vehicle was towed to d’ambrosio service in [xxx] where it has remained unaddressed until June 10. On xxx I received a phone call from d’ambrosio that the vehicle transmission had a hole in it (quote from service advisor "internal failure of the transmission, which has caused components to puncture the casing") and would need to be replaced at my cost.   when I inquired about the xe1 warranty extension, I was told that the lack of diagnostic codes didn’t justify the warranty.  I then asked that the issue be escalated information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Driving down a busy section of highway on I-25 in colorado, without warning car lost all power and shutoff. Was able to veer off highway to shoulder without getting hit. Car will not restart. This was incredibly unsettling as my family and kids were all in the car on the way home and was a very dangerous situation. For a brand new vehicle to shut off on the highway without warning is unacceptable.

While driving on the highway, the dashboard alerted that the engine would lose power, then the engine cut off and I had to coast the van to the shoulder of the highway. I was able to avoid hitting other cars, but there was no power steering or engine during this time. The vehicle has since been towed to our driveway, but it does not run. There was no warning lamp or messaging more than a few seconds before the engine quit.

My 2022 Pacifica hybrid has experienced a total loss of motor propulsion three times in the last 8 days at highway (or near-highway) speeds. The car issued a warning to "stop safely vehicle will shut off soon" and had a turtle light appear along with a check engine light and I experienced no power going to the wheels on the highway. This included two incidents after a recall repair that was completed to supposedly fix this issue.

On October 7, 2024, my vehicle was serviced at coastal Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram for a front-end rubbing/scrubbing noise that increased with speed. The dealer diagnosed both front hub assemblies as failed and replaced both front hub assemblies. I was charged a total of $2184. 41 for the repairs, including parts and labor. In less than two years, I again experienced significant front-end noise and safety concerns. On may 19, 2026, because I urgently needed the vehicle and was unable to obtain a timely appointment with the dealership, I took the vehicle to a well-regarded independent repair facility, koala automotive repair llc. Their findings were extremely concerning. The mechanic documented that: the front wheel bearing was completely worn out. The axle had ripped due to contact with the strut assembly. Bolts on the hub bearing assembly were “very loose” and reportedly “finger loose” the vehicle owner stated that the hubs had recently been replaced by the dealership the independent mechanic further advised that the components replaced in October 2024 should still have been under dealer warranty, and that the second repair involved the same components and directly related failures. I am deeply concerned that: components replaced by the dealer failed again prematurely; the loose hub bearing assembly bolts may indicate improper installation or insufficient torque procedures during the prior dealer repair; and the subsequent failure created additional damage to the cv axle and related front-end components. This situation caused: significant unexpected repair expenses: I had to spend a total of $1,932. 71 for the second repair. Loss of use of the vehicle. Safety concerns for myself and my passengers. Additiona.

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My 2022 Chrysler Pacifica phev has experienced three separate complete losses of motive power at highway speed, each preceded only by a brief dashboard warning to pull over safely. First occurrence: April 18, 2026. Second: may 7, 2026 — vehicle towed to spitzer motor city (cleveland, OH), an authorized stellantis dealer. Dealer replaced the power inverter module hardware under warranty (r. O. 42463cy). Third occurrence: may 17, 2026 — just five days after the repair. Notably, the battery was at 40% on the third occurrence, meaning the engine had not cycled on, distinguishing this failure from the prior two. The root cause is the internal transmission wiring harness connector short identified in NHTSA recall 03a (23v-010). Per NHTSA's own odi investigation (rq24-004), the software recall remedy does not prevent loss of motive power. TSB 21-008-23 / warranty extension xe1 identifies full transmission replacement as the correct fix. The dealer did not perform a transmission replacement. The safety risk is severe — complete, sudden loss of drive power at interstate speeds with minimal warning creates immediate rear-end collision risk. The defect has been confirmed by the authorized dealer. The transmission assembly is available for inspection. No police or insurance involvement. This VIN currently shows zero open recalls, suggesting the incomplete repair was logged as satisfying recall 03a.

While driving on interstate 15 and going 65-70mph the vehicle dashboard flashed “charging error, vehicle will shut down”. Before my wife could make it through traffic to the shoulder the vehicle lost all motive power including power steering. She was able to just coast the vehicle and get into the shoulder. Vehicle would not restart. The transmission had been previously replaced during recall to correct this issue. Chrysler had the vehicle for 5 weeks.

2005 Chrysler Pacifica was purchased from a friend’s grandfather who kept the car garaged the car is literally like new inside and out the under carriage looks like new no rust I was impressed but had a rattling in the front end I figured it was a strut took it in to have struts and all front end parts replaced to my surprise I get a call from the shop engine cradle and it bushings rusted out tried buying a replacement unavailable after doing some digging it’s a common problem among the Pacifica I’m afraid to drive it was told when it completely fails it’s going to be catastrophic incident. I understand it a 20 yo car but no rust anywhere on the body or the undercarriage but the engine cradle is almost completely rusted out to the point that the car is not safe to drive something is definitely wrong and reading others reporting the same issue I don’t know there car’s condition but like I said mine is rust free even the undercarriage but the engine cradle is totally rusted out something is wrong here Chrysler had to know something about this it should be recalled or at the very least make the engine cradle available for purchase and fix the rusting issue with it!! I have literally replaced the entire suspension front and back new shocks and struts tires brakes trying to fix the rattle to find out it’s the cradle bushings and cradle are the issue and it’s no longer offered and used ones are all damaged by rust it’s pretty bad the car is going to have to be junked unless I put another used damaged engine cradle on it ! what to do ?.

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In reference to recall query rq24004, the appropriate software was installed under recall o3a for loss of motive power on my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid. However, on multiple occasions the vehicle has displayed "stop safely - vehicle will shut off soon". Once on 6apr2026 and again on 13mar2026. The first occasion occurred on a winding mountain road enroute to a ski hill. The road was extremely busy at the time and pulling off was difficult and dangerous with only a small snow covered shoulder. The second occasion occurred on I-15 during rush hour. Again pulling across multiple lanes of traffic and stopping along the shoulder was dangerous. The dealer seems reluctant to do anything other than re-flash I. E. Update the software again. A brief internet search demonstrates that often the software is insufficient to fix the problem.

The manufacturer's mandatory 73b safety recall update (vehicle fires) creates a critical software-induced communication failure on the central vehicle network. Following the 73b flash, the vehicle developed an active sgw u0001-00 can c bus network fault, which permanently blocks data transmission and triggers an hcp u0412 hybrid battery fault. This network crash disables the hybrid propulsion systems, creating an unpredictable and hazardous driving condition. The manufacturer (stellantis) and its authorized dealer (seattle Jeep) are refusing to remedy this safety recall side effect under the vehicle's hybrid powertrain warranty, instead forcing consumers to pay out-of-pocket diagnostic fees ($284. 67) and multi-module software update fees ($812. 50) to correct a defect injected by the recall software itself. This directly compromises vehicle safety and violates federal recall remedy mandates.

My 2017 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid entered limp mode and was taken to central florida Chrysler Dodge on xxx. The service advisor, [xxx], identified three recalls, which needed to be completed, after claiming they had completed them, the issue persisted. I authorized a coolant flush without being informed it involved the battery cooling system. Further diagnostics revealed a failed hybrid battery. However, Chrysler denied the battery replacement claim, citing contamination from “incorrect” coolant. I dispute this reasoning, as I was not properly informed about the coolant issue and believe there is no proof that it caused the battery failure. Under the magnuson-moss warranty act, a warranty or recall claim cannot be denied without clear evidence linking the fluid to the failure. I have opened a case with Chrysler (case #xxx) and am requesting that the battery replacement be honored under the recall, especially since recall guidelines indicate that unresolved issues after software updates may require component replacement. After a days of back and forth, not the dealership claims the pim is not the original part of the vehicle and for that reason it would be covered under warranty. However the law is clear and Chrysler is obligated to replace it since this part is also part of the recall they claimed was completed. Now the dealer wants us$ 5k to replace the pim. I need NHTSA to intervene please. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Vehicle went to turtle mode 3 separate times at highway speeds forcing a stop. Each time it was towed to the dealer. First two times little was done per the report and was returned. On the third time it has spent 7 weeks for a repair on the transmission not a replacement. The dealer also needed to order a replacement exhaust clamp that took 5 plus days to receive and install. Service department wanted me to take delivery prior to the clamp replacement and I refuse due to safety concerns of CO. Without our aaa membership we would have spent nearly $1000 on those 3 tows.