Transmission Noise Problems of Chrysler Pacifica

Chrysler Pacifica owners have reported 10 problems related to transmission noise (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chrysler Pacifica based on all problems reported for the Pacifica.

1 Transmission Noise problem of the 2007 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 12/03/2020

Transmission split apart it made a loud noise like a piece was just flying around in drive then all the transmission fluid flew out everywhere and the transmission is split I do have pictures. Please see attached.

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2 Transmission Noise problem of the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 07/26/2019

Noise coming from 2008 model year Pacifica transmission is not being covered under the lifetime powertrain warranty because Chrysler says rusted engine cradle is too fragile for them to access the transmission. As rusted out engine cradles are an ongoing documented problem for Chrysler Pacifica models, yet Chrysler is effectively voiding my lifetime powertrain warranty unless I agree to pay over $5000 for a new engine cradle.

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3 Transmission Noise problem of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 10/12/2017

Hesitation then lurching when initiating acceleration at low speeds. Loud cranking/scraping noise when releasing accelerator at speeds greater than 40mph. Transmission was replaced by dealership for "burnt fluid" twice, but problem remains. Vehicle's tachometer at times shows rpms going up to 6000 when decelerating.

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4 Transmission Noise problem of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 06/28/2017

Car began to make loud, abrupt knocking noise from right side, passenger front of vehicle. We took it to three separate repair shops for evaluation and at all three repairs shops were told that our engine cradle was so badly rotted and rusted that the car was not drivable. It was a huge safety concern as the engine and transmission can both drop out of the vehicle at any moment without warning. This has been a known issue to Chrysler and they are not assisting current owners with repair.

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5 Transmission Noise problem of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 06/01/2017

2017 Chrysler Pacifica. Consumer writes in regards to electrical issues. The consumer stated the vehicle slams into gear. The transmission was replaced twice, but the failure recurred. There was a rattling noise under the driver's side. The vehicle failed to start leaving the driver and passenger's stranded.

6 Transmission Noise problem of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 07/18/2014

I took my 2006 Pacifica in to a dealer on 7/18/2014 to have a noise coming from the front end inspected. The dealer told me that the tie rod bushings had failed for a second time in about a year. Then he told me that part of the problem was that the sub frame was rusting and cracking to to the point that the engine and transmission could fall out. I found out that Chrysler had a recall for 2004 and 2005 Pacificas with the same issue but would not cover it for any other years. The fact that they know they had a problem coupled with the number of issues that I have seen online, I don't understand why they wouldn't cover this failure on all model years. Why hasn't this been recalled? this will be the last Chrysler that I will ever buy.

7 Transmission Noise problem of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 04/09/2013

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that she heard a banging noise while the engine was running. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the transmission mounts had failed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 64,984.

8 Transmission Noise problem of the 2007 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 01/24/2013

The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 15 mph, a strange noise was heard then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic who inspected the vehicle and found that the transmission case had burst and was leaking oil. The mechanic informed the contact that the transmission case needed to be replaced but the parts were not readily available. The manufacturer was notified who stated there was no recall and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 95,000.

9 Transmission Noise problem of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 01/04/2009

After 1 hr of highway driving, turned in parking lot, car made strange noise on turning, seemed to not want to move forward. Parked veh for the day. Upon return to vehicle tried to back out of spot, car made same noise, stopped, checked all fluids, checked under car/in engine. Nothing visible, drove vehicle across parking lot, heard loud noise, parked again, visible trail of fluid and puddle under vehicle. Called for tow. Tow truck driver backed vehicle up to get on flatbed, several large metal pieces fell from under vehicle. Veh towed to dealership. Service at dealership determined that power transfer unit had disintegrated, metal housing and gears came apart from inside out, disintegration also destroyed transmission with metal pieces and filings. Vehicle has approx 50,000 miles-mostly highway miles. 2005 Pacifica has 70,000 mi warranty, the 2007 has lifetime power train warranty. This 2006 has 36,000 mile warranty. Chrysler customer service will not assist with cost of repair or stand behind their vehicle. What did they know in 2006 that made them not warranty their vehicle or its parts past 36000 miles? repairs are in excess of $5,000 on a 3 year old vehicle due to manufacturer defect.

10 Transmission Noise problem of the 2007 Chrysler Pacifica

Failure Date: 01/07/2008

I have had multiply issues with my 2007 Chrysler Pacifica-from the beginning a popping and clicking noise from the transmissions/results from dealership motor mounts went bad¦repaired several times over the years. Another issue is my car is just go dead while driving on the freeways/streets etc¦took it to the dealership and they have not been able to repair or see the issue. I know it¿s something wrong and this is scary driving this car.



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