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The contact owns 2005 chrysler pacifica. While drivingapproximately 15 mph the contact experienced a loss of consciousness and crashed into a brick wall of an apartment complex. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained bumps to his head and was transported by ambulance to the hospital. The vehicle was towed to an auto shop. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact was involved in two crashes.in the first crash, the contact struck a deer and the air bags failed to deploy.the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair, but the more it was repaired, the more failures were found.in the second crash, the vehicle automatically accelerated uphill at a high rate of speed and spun out.the vehicle flipped over repeatedly and landed upside down, nearly killing the contact.the vehicle was destroyed.a police report was filed.after the crashes, she received a safety recall notice for the fuel pump module or program pcm.the speed, recall number, and mileages were unknown.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph over a patch of ice, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the guard rail. The front and side air bags failed to deploy. The front passenger suffered injuries to the upper body. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for further inspection. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 120,000.
Air bag light would come on and off during turns.clockspring is defective. Safety component has failed with low milage.
Rear ended a chev. Truck at approx. 30 mph. Wife sustained neck, back, and shoulder. Upper torso was the most affected area airbags failed to deploy.
My husband was in car accident a car hit him on passenger side car flip over on driver side. Driver airbag did not deploy the window on driver side exploded in husband face hand went outside of window hit ground and carthen flip back on its wheel .
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic stop, a vehicle crashed into the rear of her vehicle. The contact was pushed forward from the force of the impact however, her seat belt failed to restrain her and her face was thrown into the steering wheel. The contact's vehicle then crashed into a preceding vehicle. The contact's seat belt then became completely unlatched and the air bags also failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the neck, back and the face. The vehicle had not been diagnosed for the failures of the seat belts or air bags. The failure and current mileages were 94,308. Updated 10/17/12updated 10/23/2012
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states defective airbag *tgwthe consumer stated the air bag light illuminated in september 2009. Also,there were problems with the transmission control module, brakes, wheel sensors, a clogged throttle body and for the past 18 months there has been a popping sound coming from the left side of the steering components. The dealership made repairs three times, but the popping sound eventually came back.the drive shaft was replaced three time and the rack and pinion was replaced three times.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 55 mph, the contact attempted to drive around an unknown object in the road and lost control of the vehicle crashing into a guardrail. The contact and the passenger were knocked unconscious upon impact and the air bags did not deploy. In addition, the seat belts did not restrain the occupants in their seats. The contact sustained broken ribs and a head injury. The passenger sustained a severe head injury and a broken wrist. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 39,990.
The abs light keeps coming on in my 2005 pacifica so i thought something was wrong with the breaks so i got the front brakes repaired and the problem stopped for about 3 days, thenit started again so i got the back brakes done and the same results, so finally i took it back to the car lot that i purchased it from and they cleared the code but the next day the same result. The brake pedal would go all the way down and it seem like when i hit the pedal that the vehicle doesn't want to stop. This is an on going problem that needs to be dealt with. I called a chrysler dealership and they don't have any recall on the brake pedal. Something needs to be done before a life is lost because of a faulty brake pedal .
I was in an accident where i hit a bridge on i-75 going roughly 70mph. I hit the bridge head-on. Nether of the airbags opened nor did the seat belt lock.
On october 25, 2006 i drove down my lane in my 2005 chrysler pacifica to pick up my mail at the end of the driveway my 4 year old daughter was in the back seat in a car seat.after retrieving my mail. I backed up and bumped a small tree. I then put the car in drive and at that moment was propelled forward at a high speed without my foot on the gas pedal.within an instant i collided with a larger tree.ihit my head on the windshield, breaking the glass.no air bags deployed.the entire front bumper of the car was destroyed at the center point. My daughter bit her tongue, but otherwise was fine.the car could not be moved after that as the steering fluid was emptied onto the driveway.we filed a police report and had aaa tow the car.i was then taken to emergency.i had hit my hard enough to break the windshield and had cat scan and reported to have a concussion.the damage to the car was approximately $7000.00.my insurance company, westfield insurance covered everything except a $500 deductible, and did supply me with a rental car for 30 days. On november 25, 2006 i received mail from chrysler informing me of a fuel pump recall.on monday, directly after picking the car, i immediately took the car to the chrysler dealership for the recall.i will not drive it again until the fuel pump has been repaired.i know that the reason i went forward without my foot on the gas was due to fuel injection or fuel pump issues.on tuesday november 28, ladd hanford chrysler informed me that their computer that would be fixing the software issues that cause the fuel pump to malfunction was not working. They wanted me to pick up my pacifica and bring it back at a later date'''' i would not be doing that, because i am completely skeptical of the safety on my car. I will not drive it until in has been repaired. The dealer took it to another nearby dealership to resolve the issue, only to discover that they also could not fix the software glitch.
I was in a car accident and the front right fender, hood, grill and right headlight were smashed in but the front airbags failed to deploy.i expected them to deploy during the crash and the fire department on the scene also expected them to deploy at any moment after the crash, but they never did.
In the 15 months that i have owned chrysler pacifica the air bag warning light on the dashboardhas come on four times.in three of these instances the car was on the highway going a high rate of speed of65 mph.the fourth time involved in-town driving.in each case the light stayed on until the next time the engine was turned off.i have brought this to the attention of the service department.they have checked it twice for codes.however, they tell me that no code has been recorded or that the system has erased any code that might have been recorded.the dealership has told me that there is nothing they can do to find out what the problem is or to fix it unless i bring it in when the light is on.this is almost impossible to do since it happens randomly, no-where near the dealership and not at a time when i can just stop and run my car in for service.they also told me that the air bags will not deploy when the light is on.i am very concerned for my family's safety since this has happened several times, and we could easily have been involved in an accident during one of these prolonged times when the airbag warning light has been activated.i am also concerned that the people who should know how to fix the problem can't seem to do anything without a computer diagnostic which they can't get unless they catch the problem as it is occurring.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.ever since the vehicle was purchased, the air bag sensor fails to activate when an occupant is seated in the front passenger seat, regardless of their weight.the dealer stated that there are two sensors in the seat that could not be repaired or replaced because that is how they were designed by the manufacturer.the failure mileage was 28,000 and current mileage was 46,000.updated 5/19/08 the consumer also coplained about wind noise. Updated
Just two weeks before the abs sensor light came on (at 38000 miles), we had the car serviced for faulty power seat control.the seat started to adjust on its own, the message stated that there was a problem with the memory selection.however, we had not programmed seating positions.in fact, we didn't have the keypad!the abs sensor came on suddenly.i was driving at a low speed of around 30 mph.i heard a rolling noise and felt the rolling or scrubbing underfoot.two weeks after that i began to hear the sound without engaging the brakes.we've had problems from the beginning.the servicemen couldn't find the problem when we presented it less than a month after purchase.then, another arose.then, another.unfortunately, the value of the vehicle is far less than what's owed (depreciation), and i feel "caught between a rock and a hard place."will someone make good on this?
I bought a 2005 chrysler pacifica in july 2005, and the passenger airbag turns on and off randomly with my wife in the front seat.she weighs 100 lbs.chrysler has checked out the seat, and chrysler says it is normal, given my wife's light weight.chrysler says that the airbag shut off is for my wife's protection.however, she does not change her seating position to cause the airbag to turn off.i can't see how this airbag can be characterized as normal if half the time my wife is protected and half the time she is not.in which mode is my wife safest?she either is safe or she is not safe, but chrysler can't have it both ways.i think this is a defect in the passenger airbag system in the pacifica, and chrysler is not making any change to this.
(1)my 2005 chrysler pacifica was involved in a side impact collision.the other vehicle collided in to the rear dirvers side door.the door was impacted at speeds of over 15-20 mph.(2)the concern for me is that side curtain air bags did not deploy in the impact.my friends child was injured with glass cuts to the face and arm.(3)i have filed a complaint with chrysler #13501933.
My wife was backing up our car and hit another car. Backup warning device either didn't work or was not loud enough to be heard. There was only a few hundred dollars damage but the warning system didn't warn.
2005 chrysler pacifica.consumer writes in regards to engine and headlight problems.the consumer stated the vehicle stalled twice, within the last 3 years. Both times, he was making a hard turn, when the engine stopped. He wa able to maintain control of the vehicle and re-started it, without any problem. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, who found nothing wrong, other than throttle body build-up, which he cleaned. Also, the headlight would intermittently go out. The bulb did not seem to fit securely in the harness, which caused a short and eventually the bulb blew out. The problem seemed to be more prominent on the passenger side. The driver's side bulb was less than an ideal fit, but there were no problems with it going out. The bulb was replaced numerous times, along with the wiring harness.
My 05 pacifica will not start randomly, will just click click click.a small jump will get it going again.battery, alternator, electrical all supposedly check out.happens randomly.one it happened just 10 minutes after i had driven the car.chrysler dealer claims it happens to many.it stranded me.
We had been traveling at a speed of 55 mph on a 2 lane highway. My husband slowed the car to make a left hand turn. The car was going 20 miles per hour when it stalled completely. We lost power steering, brakes and all ability to control the vehicle. Luckily my husband reacted quickly and forcefully enough to avoid hitting an oncoming car. The car was taken to the dealership and the problem was unable to be reproduced. Returned home the the car and it happened again. I even offered to take the service manager with me to the location where the incident occurred. He refused. Nothing more was addressed by the dealership.
2005 chrysler pacifica stalls without warning.this is the 3rd time in 2 months that my pacifica has just died @ low speed.the car doesn't just stall, but it completely shuts down.each time that it stalled, all of the electronics turned off, however, the only thing that was on was the oil light.when the car was taken to the dealership, no fault codes were returned.
2005 chrysler pacifica- the biggest problem "engine stalling while driving,"leaving me unable to control the car!no breaks, and no steering! there are alsoproblems with theradio, comes on and off all by it's self, and door locks some times work and other times do not.
I was driving on the freeway, and all of a sudden the car turns of. I had my niece in the car. The steering wheel wouldn't move. I could've crashed and caused a major fatal accident. Shortly after that i needed to replace the engine. Luckily i had warranty.the dealership couldn't figure out why the car would turn off. This happened about 3 times. And still does.now im having problems with the motor. I've doesn't over 8000 dollars fixing this car out of my pocket. The car is almost paid off. I need help. I feel like chrysler has stolen money from me since i purchased this car. Not fair. Not right.
I bought this car in 2011 all i have had with this car is problems after problems. First i was driving and the car stopped running it was something electrical then now my sub frame is no good it is rotted out rust all over the sub frame and i have two little girls in my car all the time and to top it off i'm still paying on this car to the bank what do i do not. I need someones help this is to much money for one person to pay when this was not my doing it was the car makers doing.
When i drive my car i can hear my engine hitting the walls of my car. It is loose and also the breaks abs light is on throughout my drive. If it is not on than the breaks slide.
When turning corners my 2005 pacifica will occasionally stall causing the steering wheel to lock and all systems to fail. I have had the car towed to the dealership 3 times and they were unable to locate any problem. The 1st time, they didn't find a problem in the computer system. The 2nd time, they found a problem in the fuel pump. They replaced the fuel pump. The 3rd time, they told us they could not determine what the problem was nor could they replicate the stall. My wife drives this car to school everyday with my 2 kids. She narrowly avoided a serious accident when the car stalled this last time. I will be filing for the sc lemon law.
2005 chrysler pacifica stalls and also puts itself into neutral while driving or after stopping and starting again.i brought it to the dealer who said they could not find a problem.this afternoon on my way home from work on the highway it went into neutral again (not the shift itself but the engine revved up and then jumped or should i say banged back into the correct gear).then later in the evening i had a problem starting it on my way to my daughters soccer game.it also acted like it wanted to stall the whole way there and the same thing happened when we went to leave the game 1 hour later.this is extremely dangerous not only for me but also for my 7 year old and 6 month old driving with me 90% of the time.
The car under it is knocking and hitting against the car itself when you go over a bump in the road, the breaks slip unless the abs light is on and the power steering compartment is constantly empty which causes the steering to whine until you fill it back up.
I bought a 2005 chrysler pacific on july 18, and drove it home from the dealer.the next day, with 17 miles on it i drove it to work, a distance of approximately 72 miles.returning home on the highway, i slowed from 65 mph (using cruise control) to make a left turn onto the turnpike entrance.the car oil light came on and the car cut off or stalled.i had difficulty contollling it to a safe place as the highway i was exiting from (hwy 82 from tahlequah to 412) has no shoulder. Iimmediately tried to restart it but it wouldn't do anything, no clicks, noise, anything.i walked about 1/5 of a mile to a convenience store to call someone.after 15 minutes i returned to the vehicle and it started up.i called the dealer and they told me to bring it in.the next day (today) they called and said they "had found a loose wire near the starter" that must have caused the problem.this sounds completely wrong to me.why would the car stall and cut off while driving?i have no confidence in the vehicle, but the dealer says they have never heard of the problem.
Purchased the car aug, 2014. Previous owner also had same issues. Has been in shop several times, unable to pinpoint cause/remedy situation. Seat controls do not work, remote keyfobs do not work, interior lights, head lamps, no electrical function present unless key is in ignition, in the "on" position. When shutting off the car, all lights on the dashboard light up and the only way to shut them off is to push on and then off the hazard lights. This will cause all electrical to go out, including the head lamps and all interior lights. If you do not turn them off by using the hazard lights, it will kill the battery. We have replaced the fuses in for the seats several times. They work for a bit and then blow out again. The mechanics have gone as far as to replace the wiring assembly and still no remedy. I don't know how there is not a recall on this vehicle.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated the gauges on the instrument panel failed to operate intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who diagnosed that the electrical system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 123,000. Updated 10/7/14updated 3/11/2014
Below, please find an excerpt of a copy of a letter send to the dealer and the ceo: "5/31/2005 - to: general manager, lake wylie chrysler, 800 gold hill rd., fort mill, sc 29715 - re: chrysler pacifica ?limited? 2005 with currently ~ 6500 miles - vin # [xxx] dear madam or sir:i have had numerous problems with this car for which i had visited you service department of lake wylie chrysler and find myself without assistance. The main concern is that the car stalled on me twice and once while my son was driving while i was in the passenger seat. There was no precursor that we can identify, that would have caused this to happen. All three times, it happened when driving slow (10 ? 20 mph) in our neighborhood street. All three times at the same spot, which is a sharp left immediately followed by a sharp right. The engine stalled just at the mid point going into the right curve. Power loss for steering and brakes is life endangering, if it were to happen at higher speeds. Even in these circumstances, with our neighbors walking dogs, the loss of those systems may trigger a fatal accident! twice chrysler checked for error codes and could find none. The first time the service representative said that i should never run the tank down below 1/4, something i think is non-persuasive. Especially after the third time, the tank wasfull.i do understand the chrysler dealer?s problem, in that they only go by the reported (and here supposedly missing) error code. However, i am not dreaming and as an engineer myself and having studies physics (in germany), i know that you can only report what you look for. This problem may just evade those sensors. In any case, this problem is serious and needs attention! ..."... Something i do not get from the dealer. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
I am having occasional stalling problems when maneuvering my chrysler pacifica '05 at slow speeds. The car simply stalls, causing me to lose all power steering and braking abilities.i was nearly rear-ended on one occasion. With 2,500 miles on the car, it is now in the shop for the fourth time. The idle air control motor was replaced and that did not correct the problem. I am currently waiting for a new set of fuel pumps (recommended by chrysler engineering), but after reading many forums on sites like www.ezboard.com and www.edmunds.com, i am less than hopeful of chrysler finding a solution and will be pursing the lemon law if they can not remedy the problem this last time.i will not drive an unsafe vehicle and chrysler is not acknowledging the problem at all, despite the many complaints i see online daily.
05 chrys-pac on 11-15-09 driving on interstate 87n turned on ac to clear windows everything in the car went dead, engine, elect pwr everything, no pwr steering, nopwr brakes, just made it to road side with out getting hit. After a short time the car started again and was driven home.
2005 chrysler pacifica battery dies somehow and leaves me stranded. This happens every couple weeks. There is something draining the battery that causes it not to start. And no i am not leaving a light on or door open.
2005 pacifica stalls when slowing down or making slow turns.
I was making a left hand turn across 2 lanes of traffic when my engine stopped, power steering stopped, and the oil light came on.i immediately contacted the dealer.they were unable to duplicate the problem and told me to come back when the problem was more persistent.i have two children 2 and under and taking the chance that we will be in a collision when the engine and power steering fail is not an option.
When making a left hand turn, my vehicle lost all power.the engine, power steering, and power brakes failed.this has happened several other times.i have taken the vehicle to my chrysler dealer twice for this problem.each time, they were unable to duplicate the problem.the second time my vehicle was at the dealer, they reprogrammed the engine controller.however, this has not solved the problem.i sent a certified letter to chrysler and the nhtsa on 11/12/05.it was received by chrysler on 11/15/05. Chrylser did not respond to my letter. Chrysler has never responded to my concerns.this defect has the possibility of causing a collision resulting in death or serious bodily injury.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was advised to the contact that the motor mount and computer system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the problem persisted. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
I purchased my car in 2008 and the dealer (sheehy ford) won't even take it back. The engine light stays on and it won't pass inspection. I had to replace the obd connector and it still wouldn't pass inspection. Took it back to the inspection station and it failed because of the oxygen sensor, replaced that and took it back for the 3rd time and it failed again because the machine read: monitors not ready. I'm starting to think that the power train and the engine are faulty on my vehicle. Sheehy knew they sold me a lemon, i've tried to have them resolve this issue numerous times and nothing.i want them to either fix the problem or give me another car. I reported them to the bbb as well and they never responded to bbb on my complaint. That looks so suspect in my eyes.
Electrical system failure..the original complaint can be found under odi id number 10362111.that complaint described the periodic flickering of any electrical equipment that was on (lights, radio, hvac) and the intermittent abs and brake alarms that may follow. .on one occasion since filing that complaint, all of the electrical equipment turned off.while driving in the dark, the flickering of the lights started resulting in the alarms already mentioned.then all equipment turned off - headlights, dash lights,clock, radio, and the heating system.i was able to stop the vehicle, place it in park, and it restarted.all of the systems then worked satisfactorily for the remainder of the 30-minute trip..on occasion, when the electrical equipment starts to flicker, you can hear what sounds to be electrical arching.it is difficult to hear where the source of the noise is.to the passenger it sounds like it is on the passenger side.to the driver, the driver's side.i believe the arching is being picked up by the radio and amplified by the radio then broadcast through the speakers.
The automatic lift gate motor started an electrical spark in the rear of the vehicle.the vehicle was not running at the time.within minutes the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames.the vehicle was declared a total loss.there were no signs of any potential failure leading up to the fire.
Gas gauge fluctuates to empty with light and chime announcing no gas, but there is a three quarter tank full of gas.the engine turns off and steering locks without power.used car purchased yesterday and we were stranded until we filled the tank with three gallonsthe car was in motion the first time it stalled. The second time it was idling at a stop light. The third time was in a parking lot. I turned the engine off than back on it resumed . We were heading in a straight directions.
Since 2006, i've had to take my car to the service department because of abs light turning on and off. At the time this occurs, the brakes also lock up and make noises when pressed. Each time, the service department tells me its a sensor and when replaced, it stops doing it until the next time a "sensor" needs to be replaced. The say there are multiple sensors, and each time it appears to be a different one.
(1) none(2) stalling, constant, total loss of power, happens at all speeds/conditions.(3) independent repair shop and dealer could not fix, as it does not send and error code.
Intermittent brake and abs warning lights and the alarm chime.the lights will come on and off very quickly, sometimes too quick to notice.the alarms are always preceded by the flickering of any electrical equipment that may be on at the time.if the headlights are on, they will flicker as if going off.if the radio is on, the sound will go off until voltage is restored.have taken the vehicle to the chrysler dealer several times.they are unable to determine the cause.no codes are displayed for their computer.they replaced the battery but that did not help.the actual brakes seem to be unaffected.however, with the fluctuation of voltage and the dimming of headlights when this happens, it feels as if the car may turn off.event happens any time - day or night.sometimes the car can be driven and this does not occur.appears to be totally unpredictable.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While operating the vehicle, the accelerator pedal suddenly malfunctioned and became stuck causing the vehicle to experience unintended acceleration. In addition, while driving approximately 30 mph, the speedometer displayed the speed as 70 mph. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.the failure mileage was 103,000.
During the short time i have owned my pacifica it has stalled on numerous occasions without warning while i am in the middle of driving.there is no consistency to the occurrences either - once while making a slow, sharp left turn while turning around a cul-de-sac, another time while making a slow, sharp right turn into a parking spot, also while sitting idle in a parking lot...the list goes on and on.i bought this vehicle specifically for its safety standards, but it defeats the purpose to buy a "safer" car when it puts you in a dangerous and potentially deadly situation without warning while you are driving at any given moment.i am a realtor and drive clients around all the time - endangering them as well as myself is a huge liability i don't care to take, as i'm sure chrysler does not either.when i have brought the vehicle in for repair, they cannot reproduce the problem & say it does not give an error code on their computer readout - therefore according to the dealership the problem is not fixable until it can be reproduced while in their hands & hooked up to a machine - highly unlikely.they say that it could be caused by a million different things, they wouldn't know where to start, so therefore they will do nothing until it is a chronic problem.this is not an acceptable answer to me.
My 2005 crhysler pacifica is having big safety hazard problems when i completely turn the steering wheel to the left at a certain speed the car shuts off. That has happened 6 times so far. When i take it to the dealer they say they can't find anything wrong.this is a deadly safety hazard.
Our 2005 pacifica touring awd was purchased new in 2005, we had a problem with the cruise control at about 4000 miles. When driving out of town the cruise control shut off, the indicator light on the instrument panel still had the cruise light on , but the set light went off. We could not use the cruise control until we pulled over and restarted the engine. This happened again around 16000 miles. Both times the dealer said they could not recreate the problem.around 17, 500 miles the radio would not delay and stayedon after the ignition was turned to off. About two weeks later the map lights would not work when the engine was running. It was brought to the dealer and we were told that the body control module (bcm) was bad and it would be replaced. The part was ordered and installed. In january of 2007 my wife (seven months pregnant) and members of her family drove the pacifica to kansas for a family wedding. On the return trip while driving through texas around 10:00pm the instrument panel, brake lights, turn signals, radio, air conditioner/heater all failed. The only working interior/exterior lights were the automatic headlights. She called me and i notified the dealer, who told me to have her bring it in "when she gets back". Thankfully a family member in the car had a gps enabled cell phone with a speedometer and they made it back without incident. The bcm was found to be the problem and a new unit was ordered and installed. In march of 2007 the map lights once again stopped working and the vehicle was brought to the dealership yet again. Once again the bcm was the problem and it was replaced. We notified chrysler customer service and they had the dealer technician check the wire splicing for the instrument panel thinking that was the problem. The technician could not find anything that would cause the bcm failures and we were told that it should not happen again. Needless to say we are worried that this may start happening again.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph and attempting to turn right, the vehicle stalled without warning and the steering while seized. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 162,940.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica has stalled on me on two occasions.i was making a sharp left on both occasions.i took the vehicle into the dealer and they could not reproduce the stalling and commented that they have not information from chrysler that there is a problem.you can type pacifica and stalling and find numerous pacifica owners with the exact same problem.since chrysler will not take responsibility, i am asking you to address this issue.this is very dangerous and potentially life threatening.
This is the 3rd incident in which while driving the car power has been lost to my 2005 paciifica.in all instances the dash would go out and the engine would not rev and the oil light would come on.this last time on 09/07/05 the engine lost power as well.a little tough to swallow when it is your wife and 3 year old in the car.has been to the dealer for all three problems and no resolution as well as no registration of problems in the computer.my issue has not been resolved and i pursuing ohio lemon law of serious injury or death could occur.
2005 chrysler pacifica the car shuts off when making a sharp turn. It shut off today 11/26/06 when pulling out into traffic almost causing use to be involved in a serious accident with my children in car. The first few times it happened i was driving and i thought maybe my leg hitthe key as it is positioned poorly for tall drivers but ,the ignition would still be in the on position so. Tonight again it happened and my wife is 5'1 and comes no where's near the key.it turns off on its own. I am very concerned about the safety of my family while operating this vehicle.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. Within less than 30 days of the contact owning the vehicle, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked and the transmission slowly shifted in and out of gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the sensors could be the cause of the failure. The vehicle was also taken back to the dealer it was purchased from and the alternator assembly was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was also taken to bergstrom used car super center of appleton (2925 n victory ln, appleton, wi 54913, (920) 749-3232) where it was diagnosed that the frame had extensive rust, holes, and corrosion that could affect the motor, rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Stalls when making left turn.have taken to the chrysler dealership.unable to replicate the problem nor find a computer error code.nothing has been done to fix the problem which persists.
A week ago i smelled an awful burning smell coming from my 2005 chrysler pacifica.i took it to the mechanic for investigation and repairs needed.the car needed an alternator, water pump and serpentine belt.while they were fixing this problem i told them to investigate the rattling noise coming from the frontend.they found that the engine cradle was rusting away.the garage suggested that i contact chrysler as this is a known problem with pacificas but it has not been recalled.i did my research and found that there are extended warranties being offered for this issue.i called chrysler directly and they told me because i was the second owner of the vehicle and they didn't know how the vehicle was treated and because of the mileage, they would not assist me in any way. Keep in mind i am a student and now have a car that is unsafe and chrysler could care less!!the fight does not end here.please contact me if you are having the same problem and what your outcome has been.
June 26, 2005, my husband and i purhased a new chrysler 2005 pacifica touring with 31 miles on it.june 28, 2005 the engine stalled after making a left hand turn across three lanes of traffice and then a quick right turn into the parking lot of my employer.i called and spoke with the salesman who advised that there is no reason for the vehicle to stall and that if it stalled again to call him and he would make arrangements to have the service department look at it.june 30, 2005 the engine stalled again after turning left across three lanes of traffice and making a quick right into my employer's parking lot.i again called the salesman and he made arrangements for the service department to look at it the next day, july 1, 2005.july 1, 2005 the service department advised that they could not find an error log entry, they couldnot recreate the problem, they had me drive the car in an attempt to recreate the problem and therefore there was nothing they could do other than to document the problem.my husband and i selected this vehicle for safety reasons --it has a five star crash worthiness rating, however, now we are extremely concerned about our and our small children's safety.a new vehicle with an unpredictable stalling problem greatly increases the risk of a crash resulting in injuries and/or death of its occupants.this has us very worried!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was a progressing failure with the vehicle idling high and making an abnormal noise. In addition, the rpms raced abnormally without warning when the vehicle was being driven at any rate of speed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing who kept the vehicle longer than two weeks. The dealer was unable to provide a specific diagnosis to repair the vehicle. The dealer stated that it may be the computer, a sensor(s), or the pcm. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
Multiple issues with this car! i will start with the problems that didn't almost kill myself and my children. The abs light would stay on and the dealer had no resolution. The car would stall while turning. I replaced the battery five times in four years. While idling in the driveway the drivers seat reclined by itself, would not respond to the controls and started smoking! the dealer claims they could not diagnose the problem! lastly, while driving my sons to school, the car was handling poorly and because it was dark and raining, initially i believed that it was wet road conditions. To maintain control of the car, i was traveling in the slow lane and my speed was approx. 30 mph. Upon approaching the top of a small hill, the steering began to vibrate violently, at this time i believed that the car had a flat tire and that was what had caused the poor handling while driving. I immediately hit the button for my hazard lights and began to try to ease into the emergency lane and attempt to stop the car. It was instantly apparent that the car brakes and power steering were not working, which left me struggling at 30 mph and accelerating because of the i was now on the downward side of the hill, to try to maintain control of the car! i was able to keep the car from completely veering to the right and ultimately hit a 5 inch concrete curb that is a turn out for the corner gas station. Upon hitting the curb the car then sprang to the left back into the highway lane. Miraculously, no other vehicles were traveling in that lane at that moment! once, we were out of the car, i learned that the car did not have a flat tire but a part of the front end had broken and caused the passenger front tire to collapse into the wheel well...unbelievable! i believe this to be a defect of the car, in addition to he multitude of other defects of this car!!
Dt:2005 chrysler pacifica.the caller was the father of the driver. Callerstatedthis vehicle waspart of a fleet. The vehicle quit running during a left hand turn and it went into an electronic lockmode.dealership looked at vehicle and they were unable to duplicate the problem.this vehicle stalled once.other vehicles infleet had the same problem. Quit at highway speed on the interstate.the company did notknow that the father of the driver was filing a complaint.when trying to lock the car with the remoteit would not lock.whenstarting the vehicle, the dash board was locked.after about 20-30 minutes the vehicle seemed to reset andworked normally.the vehicle was taken to the dealership and they could not duplicate the problem.the manufacturer suggested they reprogram the vehicle and this problem would not happen again.
The contacts owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the abs indicator would illuminate on the instrument panel intermittently and the vehicle would hesitate to stop when the brakes were applied.the vehicle was taken to a local mechanicdiagnosed that the anti lock brake module caused the failure to occur. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.the consumerstated the abs light illuminated and the brakes went down to the floor when applied. The consumer stated the brake must be pumped prior to stopping.the brakes would sometimes catch when applied and lock up. The brake pads and sensors were replaced. The vehicle would stall upon acceleration and there was a slight kick coming from the from the front of the vehicle.the front bumper was loose. Also, there was an electrical issue underneath the ashtray; the plastic showed signs of melting and the leather on the dashboard showed signs of being parched or smoked.the shift gear would sometimes be too hot to touch. Updated 09/07/11
There is a significant popping and clicking sound when accelerating and stopping. Also happens when moving the gear shift. Car surges forward when popping sound happens. Took to dealer and they said i had to live with it as it is a problem with the car they can not fix. Soneed to now what to do. Also engine stalls. This has happened twice. The first time i was at a crawl in traffic, but at an incline onto a bridge. I had my foot on the brake and then put it on the gas petal to accelerate and the car died. Lights and dash board are lit but car is shut off. Car restarted with no problem. Second time, i was parking in a spot that was again at an incline. I put the car in reverse, took my foot off the brake and stepped on the gas petal to begin driving in reverse, car died. Both times i had approximately 3/4 of a tank of gas. Also the shop don't want to give you a rental or loner car while the repairs are done.
The electrical component on moving my seats failed years ago.i've had electrical lights/ glitches in the dash showing problems with the airbag.this past weekend, i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in for repairs to the alternator and was informed the cradle/frame suspension on my vehicle is rusted through.the mechanic informed me that this framing should not rust through if it was coated properly and if it continues to rust through, the engine block will drop out.i was quoted over $2,000 to purchase a used part and to complete the repairs.
My wife and i leased a 2005 chrysler pacifica in april.the car stalls for no apparent reason.the first time this occurred was when my wife was driving with our 3 small children.the car stalled and all power was lost.it was raining that day.i drove the car 12/27/05 and the car stalled on me going down a very steep incline.it just so happens that it was raining that day too.i almost hit a utility poll as i lost my steering. I had to really pull on the wheel and pump the brakes to pull off the side of the road safely.i turned the ignition off and restarted the car.the car was brought back to the dealer of origin twice and we were told that they connected the cars computer to a diagnostic machine that informs the dealer if the car has a problem, but both times the dealer couldn't find a problem.at this point i'm very concerned about this issue as i experienced a situation that could have resulted in serious injury to me or any other motor vehicle operator that i could have collided with.i'm placing everyone on notice of this major problem in hopes that someone will do something to correct it before a family member,perhaps yours, doesn't come home one day because a pacifica stalled and rammed the car in which your loved one was an occupant. The first time this occurred the car had 5000 miles registered and the second time it had approximately 10,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contactwitnessed smoke rising from beneath the dashboard and the vehicle caught on fire.the fire department diagnosed the cause asan electrical failure.the manufacturer inspected the vehicle and stated the fire was external.the manufacturer refused to provide the contact with a copy of the inspection report. The current and failure mileage were 47000.
My vehicles service engine light has been on for a few months. I got the vehicle serviced twice and each time the light would not go off. A night or two ago i was trying to back my vehicle and it wouldn't back i was on a leveled surface in my aunt's front yard. Instead when i would put it in reverse it would cut off each time. So thankfully i had enough room in front of me to pull forward. I thought this was the only problem but as of this morning i was driving and my car cut off in the middle of the road i was driving on level concrete turning to make a left turn. I thank god that there wasn't a carecoming up behind me. So now i'm dealing with a car that can't back or drive without cutting off.
While driving at medium speeds the car stalls losing all electrical and engine components.while driving there is no warning of the stall, car drives fine and all of the sudden no power, no brakes, no engine.the car stalls when turning,a few times turning left while going through an intersection coming inches away from being hit by other vehicles while the wife and 2 kids are in the car.other instances on exit ramps while turning coming inches away from the guardrail and being hit by cars following. Taken to the dealer 4 times, same response, no service codes, can't replicate problem.i was told from 2 dealers, don't bring the car back with this problem, we can't fix it or replicate it.this car is a hazard!
Body control module failure, lost headlights , wipers, could not close windows, airbag lights came on.if driving at night when module fails you lose all headlights and tail lights.was driving at the time of failure.
I currently have a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring fwd that was purchased in 2007. Since the time of purchase i have had to replace my driver's side headlight bulb 3 times. I have placed a call to the dealer i purchased the car from and also chrysler's customer service. They tell me that my vin number does not appear on any recalls that they have. I however, do not understand and have never had a vehicle that has needed a headlight replaced those many times in one year.
2005 chrysler pacifica i purchased from original owner with only 63000 miles. Car while driving, car just accelerates to high speed on its own for no reason. Have to put it in neutral to avoid death or injury. Today while driving normally, all warning lights came on & we ended up stranded due to weird electrical failure where we can't even get car out of park. Passenger headlamp has gone out several times, now drive fog lamp out. There appears to be many mechanical & electrical failures with this car. It's truly horrifying how poorly engineered and dangerous these cars are & i'm forced to drive this wagon with my family as we can't afford to replace it. Would like to start a class action lawsuit against chrysler for endangering the public with their dangerous cars. How many people need to die before all these pacifica's are recalled and repurchased by chrysler for book value?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the vehicle began to shake violently while the speedometer revved. The contact stated that an unknown code was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.
When i start my car from a parked position, i put the car in reverse and it stalls out . It throws the car in neutral . I also ended up in a ditch . I had to leave the car at my job.unable to drive ithome from work. My mechanic will come and tow my car to his shop.
Electrical system failure. A similar complaint was filed under odi id 10362111. Just as in other complaints, there will be periodic flickering of the electrical components (lights, radio, ac). My abs light and brake lights and alarm come on. The electrical arching can be heard through the speakers a series of pops. On some occasions the vehicle will not start right back up once it has been stopped. I originally noticed the problem about 8 months ago but dismissed it as a symptom of some other issue. It wasn't until the problem persisted that i realized it was unrelated to the other problem with my vehicle.
There was a recall from chrysler made for 2004-2005 pacificas dealing with the engine cradle. They eroded and rusted through. Thousands upon thousand of cars were recalled. They than revoked it for a 2 month recall span. This problem has been deadly and fatal and has affected thousands of families. Chrysler refuses to fix the warranty that was organically wrote and sent out. They refuse to fix or acknowledge that the problem exist and is deadly for these people who drive the pacifica as their " family transportation". In the past month my 2005 pacifica has stalled out, died, had all roaders, breaks and control arms replaced. All new tires and now i find out my engine cradle has rusted out to where's its not drivable. Now the radio stopped working, the air wont turn on if blinkers are all, the entire electrical body has crapped out and chrysler refuses to fix the problems they set the original recall for. There are thousands of people driving these cars with kids, what will it take for someone to fix this issue? death of thousands of kids? multiple accidents?
Since i purchased my vehicle the front low beam lights have went out numerous times while driving at night. I have had them replaced on several occasions and the problem persists. Recently i have had problems with my battery and was told by pepboys auto shop that something is draining the battery and its possibility is the exterior lighting/headlamps. Even though i continue to replace the headlamps they keep going out and my battery is being drained. After 2 batteries in 3 years i had the alternator checked and it was in good condition. I was told to look up a recall list where i found exterior lighting 05v066000 and i called. I also have had a fuel pump problem that seems to exist and no one can figure out way. After getting it fixed by the chrysler dealership twice my vehicle will not pass smog because of another leak. I also found out that there are complaints of some similar issues fuel pump/powertrain control module software 06v432000 and i called. Please put these to issues on the recall list so that auto owners will be safe on the road and california's air will not be polluted by the fumes.
We have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has been acting up. The headlamps and interior lamps will flicker like there is a short, and then the abs and brake lights will come on and chime. The radio will also have a pop noise and turn off. The vehicle has lost power twice now while coming to a stop at a traffic light and in our driveway. Now the door lock actuator is not working properly. With reading all the complaints this vehicle has on the same items, i would think a major recall would need to be made before someone gets seriously hurt, if someone hasn't all ready.
Dt*: the contact stated at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning.the vehicle restarted each time.the dealership replaced the ignition system, checked computer codes, and evaluated wiring harness, but the problem persisted.
Failure to start, a mechanical part broke in the steering column. They told me they have had so many of these parts brake that it would be until july until they can get the part. If this is a fact i feel it should be a recalled item and not my problem. I am without a car for two months.
Our regularmechanic has determined that the undercarriage ofmy car is rustedand rotted to the point where it is unsafe to drive . Car was brought in due to electrical failure asmentioned above . I have never received recall notices. I spoke witha chryslerrep today and there isnothingwe can dobecause its not with in the recall time frame .
I own a 2005 pacifica limited, i purchased this car in 2009 from a chrysler dealer. I have taken this carback to the same dealer who sold me the car for servicing (oil change, repairs, ect). Not once was i informed (during the purchase or any time during servicing the pacifica) about the rotting subframe. I have all of my records showing the inspection underneath with no mention of the rotting/rusted subframe. This car belongs to my wife and she drives our two kids in this car (not anymore). After reviewing other similar complaints i am very upset and frustrated with this whole situation. I have had electrical problems with this car and the whole time it could have been from the rotting/rusted subframe (that was never mentioned). I have put soooo much money into the repairs of this car and i feel like most could have been avoided, had i known about the subframe.
Dt*:the contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning while turning at various speeds on threeoccasions.the vehicle was maneuvered off the road and restarted.twice the dealer determined the problem was due to an electrical system malfunction and attempted a repair without success.
My vehicle began stalling while being driven on the street and highways, when turning and while stopped for light changes. Had to have battery "jumped" or charged several times. Battery had to be replaced twice because of discharged from alternator. Had alternator replaced. Battery continued to drained. Vehicle ran for one day and completely shut down while in motion. After jump starting the battery, vehicle ran for a couple of minutes. Was told by service mechanics, battery or alternator problems even after having those parts replaced. Finally had the vehicle towed to dealership that specialized in chryslers and was shock when he stated it was the pcm (powertrain control module) which i believed and researched was part a recall for 2005 pacificas in 2006. Told by the dealership that the fuel pump was fixed which is not the problem of this vehicle. The pcm is the problem, and the dealership is not owning this. I did not purchase the vehicle until 2010; so i honestly believed that this problem was not repair but claimed to had been. When referencing the recall notification (which i did not receive personally), the fuel pump problem was replaced for 2004 models not 2005 models. Pcm problems were that of the 2005 models which was not repaired or replaced for this vehicle. I have had my vehicle towed approximately 7 times now. I am still paying insurance for a vehicle that is unable to be driven. The dealership wants to charge me $1000 for repair, that is a little less that half of what the vehicle is worth.
2005 chrysler pacifica.right headlight will quit with no warning, then will come back onits own accord.dealer checked for previous reports of problem and found none.mechanic said the harness comes loose and must be reseated.no easy task since it is under the breather tube and difficult to get to.also, left rear turn signal will quit working then come back on.wiring harness seems to be intact so other option would be bulbs (2).however, if they are bad, why does the signal restore itself?dealer had no answer for that mystery either.problem started mid-summer 2008 and has continued intermittently ever since.
While driving home, late evening, i reached to turn on windshield washer and when i did that, the headlights went out, radio and a/c went dead, taillights went out. The only electrical components still working were dashlights, doorlocks, turn signals, and security system. Engine and power steering still worked. Fortunately, there was not much traffic, or it could have been a dangerous situation. I managed to pull into a parking lot and parked to assess things, but found i could not shift out of park because of interlock. Car was towed to mechanic, who diagnosed power distribution module failure - replaced the box, but it still has the same symptoms. So far, 12 days in the shop, with no solution in sight. I think such a general system failure does present a safety issue.
Driving along rural road at 35 to 40 mph, 2005 chrysler pacifica stalled going around a bend.car was maneuvered to side of road and restarted.chrysler dealer claims they cannot fix the problem since the problem cannot be reproduced.2004 pacificas were recalled with same problem.several complaints have been filed wtih nhtsa with 2005pacificas with the exact same problem.chrysler corp. Claims they have never heard of the problem with the 2005 model even though 2 complaints have filed with nhtsa and both complaintants stated that they had been to their chrysler dealer for service.
Intermittently, all electrical in vehicle fails. Unable to start, no power, vehicle is dead. Then suddenly, vehicle is able to start and run normally. I believe that it may have something to do with remote start system.
2005 chrysler pacifica engine will randomly stall while turning.*njthe dealership had no idea what the problem was and they were unable to duplicate it.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle could not be removed from park. Eventually the contact was able to remove the gear from park. In addition, the power windows, hvac unit, windshield wipers and the headlights were not functioning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
My car stalled when i turned left going at 25 miles per hour, as resulted the car behind mealso turning left hit my rear bumper with light damage to it.no injured,but it could had been worst if was driving on a highway.
2005 pacifica touring was leased in july 2005. Since then, the upgraded infinity sound system has required repair twice and regularly makes a loud popping sound. The abs warning light came on signaling a failure in the anti-lock brake system march 2006. I scheduled an appointment for march 30, 2006 to repair the abs system and on my way to work, i needed to turn left, put my foot on the brake, and the car suddenly sped up instead of slowing down. A few weeks prior, we slowed down to make another left turn and the vehicle stalled and shut off completely. I had leased the pacifica for 36 months, and last week when the abs system failed and my car sped up while braking, i took it back to the dealership and demanded that they get me out of that vehicle. I was able to terminate my lease and purchase a jeep vehicle (the dealership sells jeep) because after i read dozens of consumer complaints, reviews from nhtsa and consumer affairs about the safety issues of this vehicle, i couldn't, in good faith, put myself or my child in that vehicle ever again. Not only would driving the pacifica put our lives at risk, but that of others. I could not live with myself if i knowingly operated a hazardous vehicle and hurt someone as a result. Push for a replacement. You'll get one!
We have a 2005 chrysler pacifica. That keeps cutting off.the first time it happen i thought well maybe it was something i did. The second time was when i was turning onto a 2 lane roadcome home late.the car just turned completely off. No warning at all. Thankfullythe car swerved and missed me and my kids. I then tookit toallen samuel's alliance. I told them what was happening and also told them my left light keeps having a short in it. And at times cuts off.the dealer called me back and advised that the light had a defect to it and that for the engine failure it was due to my throttle needing to be cleaned.that was not covered under warranty and had to pay $300 to get that cleaned. I then was called back several hours later and was told that the throttle had been clean but it they test drove it and it seemed like something else was going on. They asked if i wouldlet them keep it until the morning so that they can have there tech look at it again in the morning. I said okay although at this point it was going on the 4th day with out having a replacement vehicle.i was called the next day and was told it wasthe rear motor mount that need to be replaced. And that was covered however i need to pay my deductible. We went ahead and had them fix the problem . This was at the end of july. It is now september and my 2005 chrysler pacifica is in the shop again .because as i was driving it staled on me again... Took it back to the shop and on my way there it staled again. All of sudden my 2005 chrysler pacifica stared making this loud noise when i would accelerated and or turn left........ When we got to the dealer they advise again that now another motor mount has broke... My car has been there a week. And i have not received a loaner car because the warranty company is saying that they will not replace itmy 2005 chrysler only has 39,926 ....and the dealership is saying that they will help us out with payment plans the repair is 1,100.
I was driving along returning from the market and i was approaching a redlight. I applied the brakes and all the lights begin to flicker and the car stalled. I started the car back up and the dashboard lights or cluster instrument panel was black. The headlights still work, but no brake lights. Before that my driver seat power went out and my headlight bulbs keep blowing. I don't know what to do. Im a single mom, full time worker, full time student on a very tight budget, im too scared to check if my engine cradle is rusted. I don't need anymore bad news about this car. I changed the fuse for the cluster panel and it works fine for awhile (*couple of hours) and then its back to black when i apply the brakes. What is going on? chrysler needs to setup and fix our cars because they had no problems accepting our bailout.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was inoperable. The radio remained active, but the vehicle would not start. The battery was replaced. The vehicle was taken to auto zone where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module switch malfunctioned. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 193,600.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated the gauges on the instrument panel failed to operate intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who diagnosed that the electrical system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 123,000. Updated 10/7/14updated 3/11/2014
I have had multiple problems with this vehicle since its purchase date. 1/12/05- initially vehicle stalled while driving ~10 mph after slight right curve.no problem found. 6/9/05- the 2nd time it occurred was on a hill , coming to a stop to turn right. No problem found. 7/22/05- during left turn at an intersection, straightening wheel to right stalled. After speaking with chrysler technician, fuel tank believed to have problem, replaced fuel pump. 2/27/06- stalled again- no problem found9/26/06- sensor failure occurred on abs and traction control.12/12/06- vehicle lost all front lights in dash and wipers. -replaced body control computer. 1/16/07vehicle stalled while driving on state route at 45 mph- no problem found.
Since of october of 2005 my chrysler pacifica 2005 touring has stalled numerous times.one particular incident i remember is when i was make a permissible u-turn and the vehicle stalled.fortunately for me there was not on-coming traffic and i placed the vehicle in park and restarted the ignition.the stall issues complete power failure in the vehicle.the engine is very loud at low speeds and idles.currently the fuel gauge is reading incorrectly.according to epa estimates miles on a tank is 393 miles, the gauge reads 301-312.also, the vehicle around november started to experience difficult cold starts.initially i attributed that to cold weather, however the problem has become persistent.the was an accident in january 2006 with my wife at the wheel but i has yet to be determined if it was due to vehicular or driver error.while i am not a professional auto mechanic or ase certified, my opinion is that this is an issue with the vehicles intake and possibly a misfire of the pistons.i have submitted the vehicle to a chrysler facility for
? battery leaking? i have red fluid dripping from under my front right side of the car (looking at it), under where the battery / battery caseing is. It was noticed, as we pulled out of the garage and found the red spots under the front where the car was parked. We popped the hood, the same looking red fluid is all over the battery, and looks to be arouund the casing of the battery as well. Not 100% sure, but is has ruined our holiday, as the car now sits until we can get this back to the dealership, yet again (5th time ) in 5 weeks to be repaired. I took photos of this to keep as a visual document as well, as we have had our car in the shop every week, at least 1 - 3 days since we got the car on 5/23/05.
Dt:the contact stated turning left into a drive or a private lot that has an inclinethe vehicle stalls.the vehicle restarts each time.the dealership installed a co-pilot and determined the fuel pump was losing power.the fuel pump was replaced.the problem continued and the dealership was unable to determine the problem.the left turn signal failed, the abs light illuminated, which resulted in the replacement of the wheel speed sensor, the left real tail light and battery were replaced.updated 08/14/06.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated when driving at various speeds, the vehicle would sporadically begin to lose power. The instrument panel would also intermittently fail. The vehicle was serviced at a local repair facility where the battery was replaced. The mechanic advised that the positive wire was becoming abnormally hot and could potentially cause a fire to occur. In addition, the rear driver side window would intermittently fail to open when engaged. The contact was able to secure an appointment to have the vehicle diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 55,000.
Battery would die after having door open for short period of time for loading/unloading items. I had to get jump-started 4 times in a 1-week period. When taken to "autozone" to purchase new battery, they told me battery was still good that it just needed to be charged. But when it continued doing it, i got alternator checked and they stated it was bad. Now i have to wait until service dept. Can see me for service.
Since of october of 2005 my chrysler pacifica 2005 touring has stalled numerous times.one particular incident i remember is when i was make a permissible u-turn and the vehicle stalled.fortunately for me there was not on-coming traffic and i placed the vehicle in park and restarted the ignition.the stall issues complete power failure in the vehicle.the engine is very loud at low speeds and idles.currently the fuel gauge is reading incorrectly.according to epa estimates miles on a tank is 393 miles, the gauge reads 301-312.also, the vehicle around november started to experience difficult cold starts.initially i attributed that to cold weather, however the problem has become persistent.the was an accident in january 2006 with my wife at the wheel but i has yet to be determined if it was due to vehicular or driver error.while i am not a professional auto mechanic or ase certified, my opinion is that this is an issue with the vehicles intake and possibly a misfire of the pistons.i have submitted the vehicle to a chrysler facility for
'05 chrysler pacifica engine stalled when making a hard turn into a parking space. Restarted normally, no warning lights or diagnostics.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica touring has intermittent stalling problems.my car stalls for no apparent reason while the car is in operation.when this happens, i have no breaks.the car starts up right away.this has happened three times now.
Car would hesitate when starting, and then just would not start. When service dept. Tried, they said it worked just fine. But when i got it, it did the same. It would hesitate, then shook a lot, then just would not start. Needed new starter.
Vehicle shut off during left turn in busy intersection and narrowly avoided accident. Dealer notified right away and appointment made. Reluctant to even drive to dealer because of safety issue.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 65 mph, the fuel gauge went from half a tank to empty.the contact stated that the vehicle would not accept fuel.the check engine light illuminated and the headlights were inoperable.the dealer stated that the fuel pump and wiring harness caused the failures.the fuel pump, headlight bulb, and the wiring harness were replaced; however, the failures continued.the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v066000 (exterior lighting: headlights) and nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module (tcm, pcm)).the failure mileage was 68,000 and current mileage was 69,000.updated 03/14/08.*ljthe consumer stated the fuel gauge was not reading properly
Car burst into fire, after shut down, causing the loss of two automobiles and home.origin of fire was determined to be a 2005 chrysler pacific that had just recently been serviced for a head light wiring recall.
Vehicle had been in to chrysler dealer several times during may for the check engine light (emition controll issues) on the day of this incident i had just picked it up from the dealership. It had been repaired due to it leaking oil. The oil leak was due to the technician accidentally tightening the valve cover down on a wire during its last time in for repairs. I had driven about ten miles from the dealership when i pulled into a gas station to get a drink. When i exited the gas station maybe three minutes later i saw my car had flames coming out from under the hood. I was able to put it out using the gas stations portable fire extinguisher but there had been damage done as several parts under the hood had melted. No one was injured thankfully but if i had not stopped for a drink i would have never been able to put the fire out.milage was 5646 the vehicle was not running while parked at the gas station. I was advised that the fire was due to a blower fan module short circiuting.
Dt:on 8-6-05, there was an electrical problem.there was a fuse in the incorrect spot.the dealership fixed the fuse problem.on 8-12-05 the steering wheel froze and the vehicle turned off.the consumer was in traffic when this occurred, but there was no accident.he was able to get it to start back anddrove it home.he had it towed to the dealer, and they could not find the problem.the consumer got the vehicle back from the dealership and he has not driven it since.he does not feel that the vehicle is safe to drive.
My vehicles service engine light has been on for a few months. I got the vehicle serviced twice and each time the light would not go off. A night or two ago i was trying to back my vehicle and it wouldn't back i was on a leveled surface in my aunt's front yard. Instead when i would put it in reverse it would cut off each time. So thankfully i had enough room in front of me to pull forward. I thought this was the only problem but as of this morning i was driving and my car cut off in the middle of the road i was driving on level concrete turning to make a left turn. I thank god that there wasn't a carecoming up behind me. So now i'm dealing with a car that can't back or drive without cutting off.
I have the problem with my 2005 pacifica stalling,while i am driving 35 mph, the vehicle idled roughly, bucked, and stalled completely. It happened before and two weed after i have recall done.date of failures: 2/15/2009 and 4/11/2009 when i bring it back to the dealer they want to charge me $120 dollars for diagnostic (4/16/09). I refused to pay and found outthat many pacifica's owners have the same problem and for safety reason i file this complaintplease email me what should i do.thank you very muchjohn anh phampacifica 2005
I had been having issues with my vehicle sputtering while driving on and off for a few months.i had a tune- up done which worked for a few weeks until it started up again.i was driving my children to school when the car started to jerk front and back and the engine would alternate between reving up and sputtering like it was going to die out.i managed to drop my kids of at school and get back home.my husband took the car in and they service guy said that it would cost around $5000.00 to repair.he stated that the engine mount was cracked and the frame was rusted which had caused damage to some of thevehicle wiring.we took it to another shop and the service guy at this shop said the same.he told us that the vehicle was not safe to drive that the engine could essentially fall right out while i was driving it.needless to say i decided not to drive the vehicle again.i used this vehicle to drive my children everywhere. I am extremely frustrated with this situationbecause i was not aware of this type of problem with my vehicle prior to this incident.i am thankful that nothing happened while i was driving with my children; but i can't help but wonder how may other people are out there driving around in this vehicle not knowing what could happen.my husband contacted chrylser which was a waste of time.i wonder how they can get away with this. Not only am i out of a car but i cant get much on a trade in because the vehicle isn't safe to drive.
When i was driving on the freeway (driving 45 mi/hr), it stopped moving accelerating (seems like the car is actually slowing down) even when i was stepping on the gas pedal. And then the car stalled.......it was a good thing i was on the very right side of the lane. The fuel pump module and/or the powertrain control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will need to reprogram/replace the pcm/tcm and/or replace thefuel pump module to correct this concern. In most cases, aside from stalling and engine revving up and down on its own, there's a lot of hard jerking when driving the vehicle. It seems like the engine has a mind of its own since when i accelerate, the car will not move or delay in moving forward and if i let go of the gas, the car moves forward. It's a safety concern.
Braking issue; abs light on; intermittent brake failure; front upper motor mount as well as motor mount by radiator; (front left cv axle recently repaired) braking problem persist 2005 chrysler pacifica just today, have a $706.00 repair quote: just paid 207.18 2 days ago to replace left front cv axel !
I was just told by my mechanic investigating a "clunk" in my front end that the engine cradle in my pacifica is so rusted you can poke your finger through it. I see on the internet that chrysler is aware of the issue and refuses to issue a recall. I have never had a car where this has been an issue. This is a ticking timebomb. My mechanic said i and my family were at risk of dropping the engine while driving.
My check engine light came on and the car was vibrating and making noises, had it checked by a mechanic. I was told my engine was about to fall out of my car due to rusting. The total cost of repairs was more than i wanted to spend however the mechanic said it wasn't safe to even drive off the lot a mile down the road to trade it in. So i had no choice but to pay to have it fixed. This could havecaused a serious accident and had i waited a day later to have it checked out myself and my kids could have been seriously injured. Chrysler doesn't want to take responsibility for not properlycoating the engine cradles and some of us live in the snowbelt!!!
2005 chrysler pacifica.consumer writes in regards to severe corrosion and engine cracks.*ldupdated 09/12/2017
Engine motor mount failure was reported by servicing mechanic.it was replaced.it had to be replaced again after only 4000 miles (92000 odometer).after some haggling, it was replaced by mechanic under warranty but no explanation regarding how this could happen so soon.
During routine yearly state inspection, inspector found that engine cradle was rotted out.. The engine cradle has big hole on right side from rot. I have been told by numerous body shops that this part of frame should never rust through.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 20 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted and was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
I drove out from car wash i was going about 35mph then i turned right on to the freeway soon as i reached 50mph my vehicle made a weird noise and shut off as im on the freeway. There were no warning lights on whatsoever although i got a "gas cap" message. The steering wheel locked i had to pull offthe free way(no accident, thankfully) the breaks were hard to push down i had no choice but to let it roll through traffic i got to a safe place i put it in park waited about 30 minutes to try starting it, it would not start. Smoke came out from back passenger rear tire. Let my car sit over night tried to start it the next morning, again it would not start. I had it towed it into shop they could not find the problem i had left my vehicle in the shop for a week other mechanics discovered the problem. Later they told me i need a whole new engine. I only got to drive it 2x before it stalled. I really like it and wish i can get it fixedi do believe it has to do with the power train, fuel propulsion, and engine.
2005 chrysler pacifica.consumer writes in regards to engine and headlight problems.the consumer stated the vehicle stalled twice, within the last 3 years. Both times, he was making a hard turn, when the engine stopped. He wa able to maintain control of the vehicle and re-started it, without any problem. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, who found nothing wrong, other than throttle body build-up, which he cleaned. Also, the headlight would intermittently go out. The bulb did not seem to fit securely in the harness, which caused a short and eventually the bulb blew out. The problem seemed to be more prominent on the passenger side. The driver's side bulb was less than an ideal fit, but there were no problems with it going out. The bulb was replaced numerous times, along with the wiring harness.
I took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in for a oil change and safety inspection and was informed that my subframe/ engine cradle has rusted through and is no longer safe to drive the car is less than 10 years old...this is very unsafe as i drive this car everyday with 2 kids any help would be appreciated. The service agent working on my car said we were lucky it has not fallen out yet and had a serious accident.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle would jerk and hesitate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the failure was due to damaged motor mounts and severe rusting of the subframe. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 114,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While operating the vehicle, a knocking noise was present and the motor seemed to shift when coming to a stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the engine cradle was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 150,000.
I have had two pacificas 2004 and 2005 both did the exact same thing. Started with an odor of exhaust or fumes of some sort in the same week. It lost power, overheated, had to pulled home. Would start if cold for short period of time. In less than the same week. Went to have someone work on it and the battery was dead where i had tried to start it to many times/ my fault. However as soon as it got connection the key wasnt even in the switch and the motor was rolling over. That one sat at that time. Found 05 within a week or two and figured one for parts if break down. Nothing at all wrong starting out. Only drove the 05 apprx 3months and started the exact same thing from odor to overheating and i do not know alot about vehicles but seems to have jumped time. However i am a single woman and do not carry a license mechanic and im now stranded with no vehicle to get around while i have two pacificas seem same issues just drove one a little longer. I may be rough on thing but exact problems seems to be a malfunction on ur part........vin to other one2c8gf68414r644267...and i do not have invoices because i cant afford to get them fixed. I have my titles and sale prices and only few months of owning. So i just expect to at least see if its chryslers problem
Advised by local mechanic in december that rust was developing on undercarriage of engine. After numerous news reports and reading of info on the internet of similar problems called chrysler customer care. I was told since it was not in the window of the cars that they are extending the warranty on rust to 10 years or 150k miles there was nothing they could do for me. If they do extend the warranty in the future they will let me know.
The front subframe is severely corroded. It could fail at any time letting the engine drop.
Extensive undercarriage rust was found during a routine oil change. This rust effects themotor bolts as well as motor support carriage. The mechanic has advised that the car is not safe to drive. The car has 81,268 miles and has been well maintained. Upon investigation, i discovered this problem has been consistently reported by owners of this vehicle. The car has been used to transport children on the highway and after examining the rust damage chrysler should have notified owners of this serious safety risk and should be responsible for the repair.
On routine check by my mechanic, he noticed that the engine cradle had rusted so badly that he can stick his fist through one section. Called chrysler corporate and opened up a case with them. They told me to take it to the dealership for a "diagnostic". Called chrysler back and told them the pacifica was at the dealership and they could call to get the results. They refused to speak with the dealership and told me i was out of warranty and that they would not replace the defective part. Why send me for a diagnostic then?? just to get my $125 dollars?? extremely frustrated. Chrysler dealership mechanic said he would not be driving his family around in the car if it were his. This seems to be a recurring problem from what i have found on line. Please investigate!
Then veichle was parked for a few days and when i try to started up it made a noise like if the started broke and i look unthere the car and i found a hole on the block never gave me sines or made a noise.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact powered off and restarted the vehicle however, the vehicle stalled again. The contact also stated that the failure recurred when driving at various speeds and also while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the failure was not diagnosed and did not offer any further assistance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000 and the current mileage was 52,000.
I sent my 2005 chrysler pacifica with my mother to have an inspection done. Two codes came up to be fixed so i sent her to my mechanic to have the codes repaired. The codes were never repaired because when my mechanic put my chrysler pacifica on the lift he said that there was so much rust on and around the engine cradle and there was a hole so big that he could literally put his hand in it. My mechanic told my mother to call me at work and tell me to park this car and do not put any more money into fixing this car because it is not safe to drive as the engine could fall out at any tome because the engine cradle is almost completely rusted. I am very upset with this situation because chrysler refuses to acknowledge their wrong doing that is putting so many people's families lives in danger!!!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for regular service and the technician discovered that the passenger side engine cradle was rotted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000. Updated 10/26/16*ljthe consumer stated the manufacturer acknowledges the make, model, and year had rotting issues, but refused to repair the vehicle. Updated 08/22/2017
Took car to be inspected and was told the engine cradle was rusting out and the car would not pass inspection.dealer quoted me $2,000 to replace; got second opinion and paid $1,700 to have the cradle replaced.just discovered this website (09/2014), otherwise would have filed this complaint earlier.seeing the number of complaints on this same issue on this website makes me feel chrysler should reimburse me for the money i spent to have this repair done.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected for an unrelated issue when the cradle was found to be corroded. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic, whom advised the contact that the cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vin was not available. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in a manufacturer's extended warranty for the cradle failure. The failure and current mileage was 124,000.the vin was not available. Updated 06/28/13 the consumer stated the engine cradle was corroded. Large holes were found in the subframe. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer offered no assistance stating that the vin is not covered in the extended warranty. 07/02/2013
While getting service at local chrysler dealership, was notified that the engine cradle was rusted through and the vehicle was not safe to drive.
2 motor mounts on this car were replaced about 3 years ago and the other 2 within the last 18 months. Now the center motor mount needs to be replaced again. These parts are defective and are apparently being replaced with also defective parts.chrysler should recall these, but i guess they are just waiting until there are no more on the road.my total expense for this has been over $2000.
The front cradle is so badly rusted it broke in three different places.. I was driving home when i made a left turn and noticed the steering was real tight and did not release back.. I traveled further down the roadand noticed it was swaying and hard to keep straight.. When i made it home i used a flashlight because it was dark out and seen where it had snapped. Three different spots.. I'm mad because this was known issue and i was not notified by the dealership or chrysler that there was a defect prone to that make and model. No average person checks the undercarriage of a car when the body looks so good.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has engine subframe rust - completely rusted - undrivable, extremely dangerous.chrysler issued a warranty extension in 2010 for all 2004 and 2005 pacificas for this problem and then rescinded it stating that it would only fix those that fell within a 6 week build date - feb 23-march 31, 2004- which mine did not.however, it has covered others - whom i know personally - at 100% after constant appeals and letters and a story which aired on channel 5 chicago news on january 24 and april 15, 2014.i have contacted channel 7, 5 and 9 and will not stop until this is fixed.it upsets me that this is not getting fixed when there is an obvious problem - one in which chrsyler took responsibility for and then decided not to take responsibility.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 10 mph, an abnormal noise emitted from the engine. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the bolts on the engine needed to be replaced due to rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not provided. The failure mileage was 107,000.
I had been having issues with my vehicle sputtering while driving on and off for a few months.i had a tune- up done which worked for a few weeks until it started up again.i was driving my children to school when the car started to jerk front and back and the engine would alternate between reving up and sputtering like it was going to die out.i managed to drop my kids of at school and get back home.my husband took the car in and they service guy said that it would cost around $5000.00 to repair.he stated that the engine mount was cracked and the frame was rusted which had caused damage to some of thevehicle wiring.we took it to another shop and the service guy at this shop said the same.he told us that the vehicle was not safe to drive that the engine could essentially fall right out while i was driving it.needless to say i decided not to drive the vehicle again.i used this vehicle to drive my children everywhere. I am extremely frustrated with this situationbecause i was not aware of this type of problem with my vehicle prior to this incident.i am thankful that nothing happened while i was driving with my children; but i can't help but wonder how may other people are out there driving around in this vehicle not knowing what could happen.my husband contacted chrylser which was a waste of time.i wonder how they can get away with this. Not only am i out of a car but i cant get much on a trade in because the vehicle isn't safe to drive.
Had vehicle in for brake service.technician showed me (with pictures) the problem with the engine cradle rusting out in multiple locations. In my research of this issue, i found numerous other incidents of this problem with little or no assistance from chrysler.this is a huge safety issue and could lose the engine at any time causing possible severe injury.would like chrysler to step up and get the recall out to all pacifica owners.
I own a 2005 pacifica limited, i purchased this car in 2009 from a chrysler dealer. I have taken this carback to the same dealer who sold me the car for servicing (oil change, repairs, ect). Not once was i informed (during the purchase or any time during servicing the pacifica) about the rotting subframe. I have all of my records showing the inspection underneath with no mention of the rotting/rusted subframe. This car belongs to my wife and she drives our two kids in this car (not anymore). After reviewing other similar complaints i am very upset and frustrated with this whole situation. I have had electrical problems with this car and the whole time it could have been from the rotting/rusted subframe (that was never mentioned). I have put soooo much money into the repairs of this car and i feel like most could have been avoided, had i known about the subframe.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the entire front subframe and engine cradle were excessively corroded. Both the manufacturer and dealer were made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 73,000.
2005 chrysler pacifica 107000 miles rusted engine cradle.garage kept andserviced only at a chrysler dealership,service dept never told me the engine cradle was extremely rusted and cracked. After several calls and emails to chrysler corporation they refused to work out any financial assistance on repair bills.
The contact owns a 2005 chrylser pacifica. The contact stated that vehicle was taken for routine maintenance and the contact was informed of rust and corrosion under the engine cradle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed that the engine cradle was rusted and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 84,255.
The subframe (which holds up the engine) has thoroughly rusted through creating the danger of the engine and transmission falling from the frame.i am told the car is unsafe to drive.chrysler has acknowledged a defect in materials used to construct cars in february and march of 2004 and has extended the warranty to 150,000 miles for those vehicles.as mine was produced 4 months later they are denying any liability and refusing any assistance.the defect is identical to one that is covered on cars made 4 months prior , and they have been unable to provide any documentation showing the material used on my vehicle is not from the defective batch. I may have defective parts but they cannot provide a method to identify those defective parts.chrysler is unwilling to even examine the vehicle, instead using the vin as their only reference as to coverage.i found it interesting that when i referenced others receiving assistance outside the parameters of the extended warranty i was told that based on customer loyalty there may be assistance for some but it was not available to me.i am concerned that customer loyalty plays a role in the safety of their (past) customers.i'm not sure how many people expect their frame to fail in 8 years but this could be a major safety factor for both passengers and any vehicle around them when an engine falls from a car.how many complaints are needed before action is taken?
I originally replaced the motor mounts on this vehicle in august of 2011.i am having to replace them for the second time now, january 2015 (mileage 215,000).i should not have to replace motor mounts more than one time in the lifetime of the vehicle.i have had the vehicle properly maintained by the same mechanic for several years.
I recently took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in to have the air conditioning system repaired and the mechanic called and told me that the engine cradle was rusted out and the car was not safe to drive.i did a quick google search and discovered that this is a known problem with pacifica's.according to the information that i found, chrysler originally distributed a letter indicating that it would cover 2004 and 2005 models only to send out a later letter drastically reducing the number of cars that would be covered on the extended warranty.it's apparent that this is a widespread issue.in 1998 ford recalled 2.6 million vehicles for a similar issue.chrysler should follow suit and do the same thing.
The motor mint broke out of nowhere. No explanation. This is the second chrysler that the same thing happen to. And can't find the screws to fix it.
On the highway there were these vibrations in the pacific so my husband and i took the car to the mechanic which recommended new suspension so we got those. The problem wasn't fixed my husband took it to another mechanic for new tires, suspension and alignment to be told that our only means of transportation was not fit to drive because the subframe completely has rotted out. Thank god he did that, i'm horrified my child was in it all this time. My husband and i called the number 1 800-992-1997 daimlerchrysler. To be told there is nothing that can be done for us the mileage of the car was outside warranty. The mechanic's quote foris over $2000. I'm not sure what to do right now to get to work and manage my usual weekly errands.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that smoke emitted from under the vehicle hood while driving and within moments, the front end was on fire. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 152,000.
Was informed by our mechanic that the front crossmember/engine cradle/k-frame had rusted through and that this was a common problem with this make/model/year vehicle.chrysler issued a recall due to this defect, but it only covered manufacturing dates up to march 31, 2004 and our vehicle was manufactured in june of 2004.i have seen that this continued to be a very common problem with vehicles after the march manufacture date and called chrysler to see what could be done as this is a very expensive repair of a known issue that had been recalled on other vehicles.chrysler stated that this was not covered by recall and there was nothing they were willing to do to assist us.
I just came out from car wash i turned right on to the freeway soon as i reached 50mph my vehicle made a weird noise and shut off. The steering wheel locked i had to pull off free way(no accident, thankfully) go to a safe place put it in park try starting it it wouldn't start. Smoke came out from back passenger rear tire. Let my car sit over night tried to start it next morning, wouldn't start. Towed it into shop they couldn't find the problem but later they told me i need a whole new engine. I only got to drive it 2x before it stalled. I really like it and wish i can get it fixed
I am the sole owner of my 2005 pacifica, bought it brand new and have had it serviced by the same chrysler dealership since i bought it.i brought it in for an oil change on feb. 19, 2019 and was informed the engine crossmember is rusted out and needs replacement asap.the dealership has never mentioned this previously, and they have changed oil every 3-4 months for 14 years.after receiving the news, i have researched this issue and chrysler (as well as the dealership) has known about this for years and has not said anything.repair cost is estimated at $3,000.i have garage kept this car since i purchased it and it looks is in great condition, both inside and out, until you look under the car.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. In addition, the check engine and the engine oil warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was aware of nhtsa campaign number: 06v32000 (power train) but the vin was not included. The failure mileage was 208,404.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that as he was braking to a complete stop, there was a loud noise heard from the engine. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who inspected the failure and replaced the motor mounts. The failure recurred. The contact stated that the motor mounts were replaced at least three times but the failure continued to recur.the vehicle was repaired a fourth time. The manufacturer was not notified of the recurring issue. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 142,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was advised to the contact that the motor mount and computer system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the problem persisted. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that he was informed during routine maintenance that the engine cradle was corroded. As a result, the vehicle depeveloped a crack on the right hand side. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for repair.the manufacturer was notified of defect.the approximate failure mileage was 109,000.
Reference tsb 13.001-12, 2005 chrysler pacifica suspension service bulletin, and nhtsa action number 10044109. A letter was sent to some 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica owners that the front engine cradle and suspension mount frame was prone to corrosion problems. The warranty was extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles to owners in states that use road salt, cold weather states. We live in pennsylvania, which is considered a cold weather state. Our pacifica was inspected in april 2014. We informed the station that we were experiencing some vibration in the front end of the vehicle. We were informed that the cradle assembly and mount was rusted through and because of safety issues they had to be replaced before it would pass inspection. The cost was $2,702.08.the vehicle had 122,638 miles, under the warranty threshold of 150,000. When we learned of this situation we called chrysler. They informed me that only pacifica's manufactured between a certain time frame were covered. They could not tell me the time frame, but our vehicle was not covered. To make matters worse, the new cradle assembly is exactly the same as the original part. No corrective actions have been taken to prevent the rusting. There are other cases similar to mine on the internet. State dmv?s are failing these vehicles for safety issues, they are unsafe to drive. How can chrysler ignore these serious safety issues? i am requesting full reimbursement of $2,702.08, plus request action be taken against chrysler so that all 2004-2005 pacifica's are repaired before serious accidents occur, if they haven't already.
While driving the car the engine mounts break away from the engine, causing a rough vibration on the floor pan of the vehicle.this problem started happening on 10/31/05, 11/04/05, 10/26/06 to present,i have to constantly replace the engine mounts on this vehicle and i believe the breaking of the mounts affects the suspension of the vehicle.the breaking of the axle and tie rods from the pressure of the engine jerking with the mounts break.i've bought engine mounts with lifetime warranties being i have to replace these mounts so often.
I was pulling into a left hand parking spot when the vehicle stalled/completely shut off.dashboard lights were still on.i was able to coast backwards down a slope and back into another open parking spot.i had no power steering, and brakes were very hard to depress.i looked up the problem on the internet and looked up open recalls.i found a recall similar to what happened, but when i called both daimler-chrysler and a local chrysler dealership and gave the last 8 characters of my vin, they informed me there were no open recalls for my vehicle.from what i researched, this might happen several times and i am quite concerned with my safety.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated thatthe vehicle was taken to a mechanic for routine maintenance where they advised that the engine cradle was completely rusted and would have to be replaced.the manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 248,000.
I took my car to the chrysler dealer for a routine oil and misc filter change on october 4, 2017.i was shown the deterioration/disintegration of the cross member/cradle rot of the car.of course, they showed me the cradle rot issue after the $334 of work they'd done!i'd inquired about a vibration or loud hum sound coming from the front end of my car on march 22, 2017 when i had an earlier oil change.on the service order, it was noted as "engine performance concern," but i said i thought it was with the acceleration or rotation of the tires that was making the sound."the technician supposedly checked it out and said it was found to be operating normally at this time.they said it was probably "tire noise."today, i now understand why the front end of my car has been louder than what i remembered it.today i just discovered the actual issue with my car is typical of many 2005 pacificas.i'm sure i am not the first 2005 pacifica owner that has had their vehicle serviced at their facility, and that they did not have knowledge of this problem with this particular year of pacificas. This problem has been occurring for a significant extent of time; i'm quite disturbed that the dealer's negligence in not informing me of this problem much earlier can or could result in serious injury to myself as well as other drivers.i'm sure i am not the first 2005 pacifica owner that has had their vehicle serviced at their facility, and that they did not have knowledge of this problem with this particular year of pacificas.i still see several 2005 pacificas driving on the streets, roads and interstates.i just hope these pacifica owners will be made aware of this serious issue. I have religiously taken care of my car because i really love it, and i intended to keep it for a few more years and several thousand more miles. I'm looking for a car. Now
Sub-frame is totally rotted out!!!!!!!!!!!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle stalled and the oil warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart but the failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin wasnot available. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Engine cradle is rusting through and is going to crack in half , the engine will fall out if not replaced. I was notified of this when my car was in for an oil change . Thank god or we could have been in a horrible accident.
My engine cradle is rusted/rotted out and completely unsafe to drive.i was told it can't pass inspection and will be approximately $2,000 to fix.after researching online, this is a very common problem with the 2004 - 2008 pacificas.a recall is needed.
Engine cradle rot i've had the car since 04/27 2016,bought it from a dealer i know knew this model had rust issues they put it on the lot anyway.
Own a 2005 pacifica. I went to mechanic and he said i should replace the subframe because it is corroded, have 2" holes in it and if it continues to rust, the engine may fell off. I went online to check how much it is and once i put chrysler pacifica sub frame all i can see was the word recall. I called chryler and they say have no recalls on my car. The mechanic and a lot of other folks having the same problem are quoting their mechanic that the subframe should not rust at all. I don't understand why chrusler is not taking care of the problem but i do understand why they don't make pacifica anymore. Because it is s@#$@#&^ car. Please do something about it. Multi million dollar car company should take care of the problem not the individuals. Btw i will never own a chrysler vehicle again and i will spread the word around to anyone i talk tostay away from chrysler brand. Hope this complain makes something happen.
I recently changed my own oil on this vehicle. When i was underneath of it i observed 1 medium sized rust hole thru the subframe and 2 smaller rust holes in the subframe. This is an issue with these vehicles after i further looked into the issue that others were having with this vehicle. I have pictures of this issue. This is known as cradle rot. The lower motor mount of the engine is bolted into this subframe. And if continues to get worse the engine can fall out of the vehicle. Not only i have 3 holes in it there is a lot of rust on this subframe that looks could be more of an issue in the years to come. I do not understand thru all the years of being under vehicles this is by far one of the worse i have ever seen. I do not feel safe now driving this car. Especially with my family in it. This car may be 10yrs old but has low miles and is in very good condition. You would never know by looking at this vehicle inside and out that there is something majorly wrong underneath it, unless you yourself crawled under it. And the vehicle has always been garage kept.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle at an independent mechanic for an inspection, the mechanic diagnosed that the engine sub frame had corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 142,589.
Our 2005 chrysler pacifica has the motor mounts and the engine cradle rusted out to the point where it's integrity is compromised because it's so bad.the recall chrysler has set forth for their recall of tho does not cover my vehicle because it was made a different month, but i have no idea what chrysler changed after they issued the recall.it is a design flaw that allows water to sit and continually rust and corrode and chrysler will not cover this.
Undercarriage corrosion as reported by other owners.
Went to have vibration in the front checked and the mechanic discovered the big hole from the rot on the engine cradle went to a local body shop to get repaired . A new cradle is 3600 $ a used one is 600 we opted to order a used one and hopefully my wife and children and grandchildren will be safe. No thanks to chryslers negligence in ignoring the issues . They seem to forget who made them a company the consumer.
November 10, 2012 took my car in for shaking-mechanic stated front motor mount broken-repaired 11/13/2013. April 28, 2013 drove car out of town approximately 280 miles speed 65 mph.car began to violently shake 20 miles before i reached my destination.car was taken to a mechanic. They stated my front motor mount was broken-was repaired again.june 28th, 2013 car began to shake again in town speed around 35 mph is at the mechanic now.they called july 1, 2013 and stated the front motor is broken.
I was recently at the dealership to receive a routine oils change when i was informed by them that the engine cradle has become rusted and may in the future fail. And according to chrysler, my vehicle isn't covered by their recall. This should not be the case, as it fits the description of all the other vehicles covered by their recall.
Excessive rusting of engine cradle. Possibility of front end of subframe falling out of the car.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. Whenever the vehicle was in reverse, the engine stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was able to duplicate the failure. The technician advised the contact to take the vehicle to a chrysler dealer. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 157,000.
I was told when i took my car in for an oil change that the subframe was rusted out & that this was a safety issue.i would need to get this fixed or the engine/transmission could fall out.my car has always been stored in a garage.there is no way a car of this caliber should have a problem like this.it isn't even something that our service guy has seen on very old cars.was quoted @ $4200 for new one & around $1200 for used.my repair shop ordered 6 of them before they could find one that wasn't also rusted out.of course they got more expensive as it went along.very disappointed in chrysler saying that it wasn't covered & they wouldn't stand by there product/defect.
Had my 2005 pacifica in the shop to replace the muffler when they got it up on the rack they found the engine cradle on the passenger side of the car was so rotted they advised me not to drive it. Called the dealership and they estimated the cost for repair at $3700. Chrysler was notified of the problem and advised me that they would not help financially with any repair costs. What will it take to issue a recall? people dying? do your job nhtsa. Recall these cars before someone gets seriously hurt!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine cradle, frame and cross member was found to be severely corroded with holes. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 130,000.
We took our car in to locate a possible leak and while investigating the leak, our repair shop noticed a golf ball size hole and rust on the passenger cradle arm and reccommended us not to drive. After researching i have found we are not the only owners of the 2005 chrysler pacifica with this issue.
Our vehicle has had a shake to it for a couple years.we have had it looked at numerous times and have been told they can't find anything wrong with it.our vehicle went into a shop today as the inspection is due by end of jan. 2015 .the shop called and advised our engine cradle is rusted thru.advised us it would cost a couple thousand dollars to repair.i did some looking on the internet, found out chrysler had a recall on engine cradles that were not property coated which allowed rust to damage the cradle.i contacted chrysler - and was told that the recall was for veh made between 2/23/04 - 3/31/04.my vehicle was made 7/04.my daughter, on our advice, owns the same year of the vehicle.her vehicle was made 9/04.chrysler told me they can't help me and ended the conversation.there are so many complaints on the internet all dealing with the engine cradle issue.we can't afford to have this repaired at this time as i am ill and not able to work and my husband (55 years old) had a heart attack on his 55th birthday and has just gone back to work.i am sick over this and afraid to tell my husband for fear he will have another heart attack.chrysler should be ashamed of their selves.thank you for listening.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact was traveling 70 mph with the cruise control engaged when the vehicle shifted to a lower gear and failed to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed the valve retainer springs in the engine needed to be replaced.the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 97,000 and the current mileage was 99,000.
Driving down the road the car began to shake uncontrollable. I pulled over and turned the car off and turned it back on to see if that rest something. It did nothing, i drove the car 3 miles very slowly to the auto repair shop. They told me 3 of the motor mounts are broke, which caused the engine to move and rest upon the front axles. They said that is a culprit of the car shaking.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the dealer was servicing the vehicle and advised that the engine cradle was rusted. The technician also advised that the engine cradle would need replacing because there was a risk of the engine becoming detached and falling from the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 92,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine cradle was completely corroded. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 120.000.
Purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica limited 4 years ago. Currently 109,000 miles.. Had been hearing a clunky noise for a short time took it in to get checked😔 mechanic came back with ghastly news. Tie rods,bushings, water pump,rear axle shaft oilseal and worst of all cradle was rusting through. Over $7000.00 to fix all. I thought i would faint. No way could i do all the repairs. Upon reading all complaints chrysler should fix the rustimg problem. Shame on them for letting these cars on the road knowing this could happen to families purchasing their vehicles and possibly having a fatal accidemt occuring when the engine falls out.
During an oil change, massive rust was found in the engine craddle, sub frame. Failure of these parts would be catastrop.chrysler has acknowledged this problem with a small subset of these cars but clearly applies to all as similar symptoms are showing in cars outside the group sleected for relief.this is wrong, this is not safe, this is not fair.
Typical rust through of engine cradle sub frame (k frame) of a pacifica suvalmost causing the engine to drop through to the ground. Discovered the rust through, and subsequent engine shift, in mid october 2015 @ approximately 144,000 miles, while car was up on a lift. Car was no longer drivable due to this condition. Had a local chrysler dealership's repair shop to replace the cradle frame and motor mounts shortly thereafter. They disavowed any help or their involvement in getting chrysler to cover the repair of a known defect. Called chrysler's customer service and was told my pacifica was not part of the extended warranty issued for a small number of and short production run of pacificas. Am attempting to again contact chrysler customer service via letter and ask for help with the cost of repairs. Also trying to join the class action group that is suing chrysler over this issue. Law firm in columbus, oh is lead counsel on the case. I love this car for all its attributes and that is was developed, built and sold while mercedes benz owned chrysler, giving it a much higher quality in my opinion. Present day fiat chrysler doesn't seem to want to help out on this issue.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. Hall chrysler dodge jeep ram virginia beach (located at 3152 virginia beach blvd, virginia beach, va 23452, (877) 475-0721) was contacted and an appointment was made to have the vehicle diagnosed. The diagnostic test had not yet been performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.
The front sub frame that holds the engine has a massive rust hole on the passenger side it started off the size of a golf ball and has turned into a 8 by 3 rectanglei have owned the car for two years and this is the result .there was a warranty extension on this vehicle but they only considered it from the date mfg 2/23/04 to 3/31/04 asix week time frame as the vehicles affected by it. I experience vibration while driving. Mine was mfg 10/04.
While having my oil changed my mechanic called me over to show me the rusted engine cradle.i have researched and have found this to be a problem with many chrysler pacifica 2004-2005.i contacted chrysler and was told there was a recall but only for vehicles built from feb 2004-march 2004.if so many people are having this problem then why is it such a small time frame?the same issues still apply to the vehicles manufactured outside that small window.is the safety of the consumers whose vehicles were manufactured during that month time frame more important than the hundreds of people who have evidence of the same rusting of the engine cradle? when i purchased this car, i did so for safety and quality and now feel like both are lacking.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the engine cradle sub frame was completely corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician verified the failure and deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 83,000 and the current mileage was 90,100.
Bought this car used from a dealer owned the car for approx 8 months we were making a right hand turn heard this really loud noise and the car would no longer run. We were told the subframe and motor mounts were broken. Now 1 1/2 years later my car has been acting very strange the transmission is slipping the car wont go if you step on the gas and my mechanic has informed me that once again i have broken motor mounts. I have owned this car for almost 3 years and have only put about 30,000 miles on it this should not be happening.
I took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in to get my inspection done yesterday.the mechanic put the car in the lift to check it, then he showed me where the engine cradle/subframe had corroded to the point where you could stick your fingers through the hole.i did some research and there are hundreds more like myself with this problem.chrysler knows about the problem and does nothing about it.they recalled a minute portion of the same make and model with the same problem made in the same year.there are hundreds, if not thousands, with the same problem.may have no clue that they are driving a ticking time bomb, in which the engine could drop out at any time while they are driving.this car is supposed to be a family vehicle.i drove my two small children in this car for a long time, not knowing it could have wrecked at any time.is it going to a serious injury, or worse, death for something to be done about these rolling death traps.i contacted chrysler and they said there is nothing they could do because my vin doesn't fall in the recall range.yet, my car is the same year, make, and model.something needs to be done before some is injured or dies.i know there are hundreds more concerned people with same problem as me and something needs to be done.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, an independent mechanic noticed rust on the engine cradle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the engine cradle was rusted out and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 120,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that she took her vehicle into the dealer for inspection and they stated that the engine cradle corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 81,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 50-60 mph, the contact felt an abnormal vibration coming from the vehicle. The contact was unable to keep the vehicle in the lane while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an alignment and the contact was informed that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The contact stated that there was a hole in the engine compartment due to the corrosion. A dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while receiving a repair at a private mechanic, the mechanic noticed that the engine cradle was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 115,000.
While replacing a set of tires at a local shop, the service manager informed me of a rusted engine support frame.he also stated the danger of the engine falling out of the vehicle.the vehicle has been well maintained at the local chrysler dealership with maintenance and inspection reports every 3000 miles.never once has this rusted frame been reported at the chrysler dealership!the last service report during an oil change stated, "checked over everything looked ok".the dealership has reported other maintenance and repair issues but never this one.is chrysler trying to hide this potential safety problem?i've been a long term owner of chrysler products and never had a problem with a rusted-out engine support.the car currently sits in our garage with my wife refusing to drive the vehicle because of the potential safety issue.
I have a 2005 pacifica.the car was in for body work, when a mechanic noticed severe rusting on the frame.he stated that the engine, could fall through the body frame!i did a google search and found hundreds of complaints about the problem.there is a story from a tv station in florida covering this story.http://www.nbcmiami.com/investigations/some-chrysler-pacifica-owners-say-they've-had-dangerous-corrosion-problems-with-the-popular-minivan-243624441.html.this is a engineering failure according to my mechanic, who stated they did not included enough drain plugs.my daughter drives this car and i contacted chrysler and they say it is past the warranty.this is unacceptable an engine should never be able to fall out of its mountings!!!!!!
Dangerous...my 05 pacifica engine mount and subframe are completely rusted and the engine is on the verge of dropping out potentially causing serious injuries or death.i found this out during an oil change.now as i drive the steering wheel shakes and front passenger side makes knocking noise.i don't have the money to fix it or the credit to get a newer vehicle.my only choice is to drive it until something bad happens, then maybe chrysler will do what's right and send out a recall.please help all of us complaining about this same issue.there are hundreds if not thousands of complaints of this exact same issue. I loved this vehicle, now i'm scared to drive it at all.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while traveling 25 mph, the engine light illuminated and the temperature gage indicated that the vehicle had overheated. The vehicle started to shake and the air conditioner fan stopped working. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fan motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 185,000.
I was driving back from a picnicwith my family,going home my car just stopped white smoke was pouring out of the tailpipeand smelt gas really bad it was a horrible experience but my main problem is i only have had this car sine february 19 2013 and so i called my insurance company and had it towed to my home.i called my warranty company they said bring it to the nearest chrysler dealership and have it looked at so i did in the mean time i check to see any recalls on my vehicle and there is one for the fuel module and power train so i got a phone call from the person that i was speaking with he said my car caught on fire and now i need a newengine this is a 5000.0 dollar engine that i don't have now my warranty said they were not going to cover it and the guy i am financing the car said for me to eat the loss well i am very unhappy right now becausei have no car and no answers to why this happened i also don't want anyoneelse to go through this kind of thing thank god my family was not in the car when it caught on fire or there would be more serious consciences if anyone could please contact me in trying to help me figure out what happened that would be great everyone i talk to said that chrysler should beable to help me. I am not looking to have to bring in a lawyer or anything like that i would just like to know how would you feel if it happened to you and if possiblehow to restore my faith in chrysler again.
Add me to the list for, "went in for routine work" and came out paying $2000.00 because my engine cradle was rusting out. No help from chrysler, something needs to be done about it, no salvage part was available, and who would want to put a used rusty engine cradle in anyway.an engine cradle is not a part that anyone should ever have to replace in their lifetime.my repair was only $2000.00 but that is because i only had to add 15% to the cost as i work at a mechanical shop.the part alone was still over$1200.00...sorry, but i think it's bs !!!!!!!!!!!!!i do alot of highway driving with my grandchildren in the vehicle,what would i of done if the engine fell out while i was driving ?????????
Engine cradle corrosion has subjected vehicle and passengers to potentially catastrophic structural failure. Sub-frame is sufficiently rusted to result in frame bending. Furthermore, the vehicle front wheels can no longer be properly aligned. This front-end alignment issue persists despite purchasing and installing the aftermarket camber kit necessary for the alignment rear wheels.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that a rattling noise was heard from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an unrelated repair when the contact was advised that the engine cradle was severely corroded with holes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.
While starting to accelerate going onto the expressway, the vehicle just stopped. There was power from the battery but the car just stalled. It was horrible winter weather with extreme cold temperatures so the car was towed to a reputable nearby auto repair.it took two days but they found the problem to be a bolt on the water pump that had sheared off flying into the engine which in turn destroyed the timing chain and the entire engine.i called chrysler in an attempt to find out if this had been another issue with the 2005 pacifica model but their response was asking me if we had it towed to an authorized dealer. The engine had to be rebuilt which was our only cost saving option but the mechanic that worked on the car stated he had never in all of his years in the business seen a bolt shear off of a water pump inside the engine and it should never have happened.chrysler told me to take the defective parts to an authorized dealer who confirmed that it shouldn't have happened but when i called chrysler back with the findings from the dealer, all they said was that they would make note of the problem and present it to a committee for review.while this vehicle was still under warranty we had to have the back end seal replaced 3 or 4 times which kept breaking until chrysler finally agreed to replace the whole back end without explanation as to why it kept happening.there seems to be a problem with this make and model which i believe could case injury if the vehicle were to stop in heavy traffic without warning.we were out of state when this happened and our son was returning the vehicle to our home ( an approx. 10 mile trip from west bend wi. To jackson wi) after having new tires put on it at our request.
Engine cradle is rotted out
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was a loud abnormal noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front engine cradle was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 91,000.
During a routine oil change, my mechanic said the front frame and engine mounts were severely rusted and the car would become inoperable.
I took my 2005 pacifica in for an oil change and was informed there was a major problem...engine cradle/crossmember bar was rusted through and had holes in it. I took it in to the chrysler dealership and was given an estimate of $2514 for parts and labor to make my car safe to drive. My vehicle was manufactured 9-04 so i missed that very small recall window. So much for a safe, family car...just hoping the manufacturer makes this right some day. Good luck to other pacifica owners.
Head lights cut off and on intermittently engine idles ruff
I recently took my 2005 chrysler pacficia to the shop to have the pulleys changed on the engine for the serpentine belt, and new tires and alignment.when the car was on the lift, my mechanic pointed out to me that the engine cradle is rusted and will need to be replaced at a cost of $5000.the car only has 94k miles on it.this seems to be a wide spread issue.i am the 2nd owner, the 1st was a lease through chrysler and i purchased the car from a local chrysler dealer in 2008.going to start contacting chrysler and the attorney generals office in ma to see what can be done since there is no recall on this.
Cradle rot on the under carriage
The cradle that holds the engine is rusting away.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle started to jerk and then stalled. While the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated at a rapid speed. The contact was able to control the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the egr valve, water temperature sensor, and intake manifold gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 155,753.
Vehicle subframe (engine cradle) is rotted out and vehicle is unsafe to drive. Chrysler issued a recall for this but only for a 6 week period for 2004 models. Looking online i see hundreds of complaints of the 2005 pacifica. I have photos. Subframe is about to fall apart and this will cause the engine to drop. This is a major defect. Chrysler needs to address this issue. How many owners look under their car at the subframe?it;s a hidden defect that will kill someone one day.subframes are not supposed to rot away at the 10 year point. This is a major major defect.please let me send you photos.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being inspected for routine maintenance, the mechanic informed the contact that the engine was rusting and the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,429.
Purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica from private party. Was not told about frame being rusted right through. Went to drive the car and could not drive. Was so scared and i was not safe. Brought to mechanic and was told engine cradle was rotted and the car was not drive-able and is not safe. I called chrysler and they refused to pay for the part to be fixed. I live in a high salt band state in ny and it should be covered as the letter that was sent out in 2011 stated it should have been covered. Now i have no vehicle and it would cost over $4500 to be fixed. Chrysler should have to recall these cars and fix the problem. We can die from this huge problem. The engine will just fall out of the car. I am really hoping that nhtsa will do something about this.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he heard a knocking noise near the engine. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop for inspection where they stated that the motor mounts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that there were no recalls and for the vehicle. The failure mileage was 104,000. Updated 12/11/12 the consumer was informed that the engine mounts that were installed on 09-13-12 have since failed. The engine was unstable and unsecured.updated12/12/12
This is a structural issue noted by mechanic during routine oil change and tire rotation.mechanic identified extensive rust and corrosion of engine cradle.damage includes muliple cracks and a hole wide enough to insert 3 fingers. Mechanic recommends replacing engine cradle.vehicle purchased 10 years ago on this date.mileage less than 80,000.vehicle taken to local dealership for evaluation.dealer escalated to manufacturer.awaiting determination from chrysler as to whether it will cover the repair.extended warranty for pacificas manufactured between feb 23, 2004 and march 31, 2004 not applicable. This vehicle was manufactured in april 2004.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While operating the vehicle, the transmission experienced very hard shifting. The vehicle was taken to an independent dealer who discovered that the engine cradle was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
The contact's daughter owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the contact's daughter was driving various speeds, she heard an abnormal noise under the hood. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine cradle rotted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called grava chrysler dodge jeep ram srt at (781) 391-8950 (29 mystic ave, medford, ma 02155) where it was confirmed that no recall was associated with the vin. The manufacturer was notified and confirmed that no recall was associated with the vin. The failure mileage was 160,000. *as
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 30 mph and applying the brake pedal to come to a stop, the front end of the vehicle began to shake. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 137,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was a progressing failure with the vehicle idling high and making an abnormal noise. In addition, the rpms raced abnormally without warning when the vehicle was being driven at any rate of speed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing who kept the vehicle longer than two weeks. The dealer was unable to provide a specific diagnosis to repair the vehicle. The dealer stated that it may be the computer, a sensor(s), or the pcm. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
Loud clunking noise when shifting into reverse from park or taking off from a stop.once it is in 2nd or 3rd gear you don't feel or hear noise.i figured my motor mounts were bad again (replaced about 4 years ago) and when i checked they looked bad so i took it to a local repair shop.they confirmed they were shot but also said my engine cradle was rusted out and that was why the motor mounts probably went bad so fast.we have had 3 bad winters in indiana and they use a lot of salt.so, i searched the internet and found plenty of similar complaints but chrysler isn't doing enough to repair or compensate owners for the cost.there is a class action suit filed in ohio that i will try to get on board with in hopes of recovering some costs.i'm afraid to transport my daughter and friends in my vehicle, which is the primary vehicle for our family.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While stationary, the dealer noticed that the engine cradle was rusted. Ryan auto mall in buffalo, minnesota diagnosed that the cross members within the engine cradle were rotted and rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. A mechanic and independent mechanic stated that the engine cradle was rusted during an oil change. The mechanic stated that the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000. Ma 10/8updated 3/14/16updated 12/12/2017
Accessed the interstate.car slipped out of gear and started making a whining noise.could not change speed so had to pull over to side of road and wait on tow.had just done routine check/flush fluid.there were no noticeable trouble during diagnostic testing.
When i start my car from a parked position, i put the car in reverse and it stalls out . It throws the car in neutral . I also ended up in a ditch . I had to leave the car at my job.unable to drive ithome from work. My mechanic will come and tow my car to his shop.
I wanted to bring to your attention a safety condition with certain years on the chrysler pacifica.many of the pacificas engine cradles are severely rusted; to the point of if a break occurs the engine will fall out of the vehicle. This issue is mainly on years 2004-2005.(i own a 2005 model with severe rusted engine cradle.)the estimated cost of this repair is between $2,500 and $3,000.i have contacted chrysler several times about this safety issue, the 1st time was nov of 2013 with the most recent being 4/1/2014. Chrysler just says ?we?re looking into it?. (ref case# 24293830)i have contacted the minnesota attorney general who sent a letter to chrysler, but they declined coverage on my pacifica.i have also filed a complaint with the national highway traffic safety administration.chrysler has acknowledged this issue by extending the warranty on certain build dates, (see letter below):checkout an nbc news report on this issue:www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html.my vehicle has been diagnosed by two mechanics, one of which is roseville chrysler-jeep. And both agree that the engine cradle must be replaced. My vehicle is in perfect condition. The rusted engine cradle would never be noticed by a common person. Someone could have this issue and not know it unless a mechanic would happen to notice it. Luckily mine did!in light of the recent gm issues with ignorance of the power steering issue i would think that chrysler would try and get ahead of this serious safety issue.[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
While in for repairs, our mechanic diagnosed that the engine cradle of our 2005 chrysler pacifica touring awd sports tourer 4-dr has rusted almost completely through and advised that the vehicle is unsafe to drive without immediate repairs. According the mechanic, the engine cradle supports both the engine and the front steering/suspension assembly components, that could cause the driver to lose control upon failure, and cause a crash.after conducting research on various websites, i found that numerous consumers/owners of pacifica models manufactured between 2004 and 2006 are reporting this issue and chrysler is aware of this specific problem and listed it as a possible defective part. In response, chrysler has issued an extended warranty, limited to certain states (which they refer to as 'salt belt states") covering repairs for this problem. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where we purchased it, examined and submitted a request to chrysler for coverage, which was denied. We were told that our vehicle was not covered because we did not live in one of these defined "salt state zones". Despite offering to provide evidence from kydot and local county transportation offices verifying that our area does in fact experience a high volume of roadway salt use, chrysler continues to deny extending any coverage for the affected vehicle. Given the seriousness of the problem, and the large number of consumers potentially affected, i would ask that nhtsa & odi conduct an independent investigation and negotiate with chrysler to broaden the coverage to include any pacifica exhibiting signs of this defect.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the vehicle over heated and the temperature gauge warning illuminated. The contact mentioned that while having the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic, the vehicle caught on fire.a police report was not filed and no injuries were sustained.the vehicle was destroyed.the failure mileage was 73,000.
Engine cradle or k-frame rusted to the point of the vehicle not being safe to drive.had to be replaced in order to continue to use the vehicle
My engine sub frame is heavily rusted creating a dangerous situation for my motor to falls or loose control of my vehicle putting my wife and child in danger.
Two month after i bought my pacifica my abs light came on and has continued to come on even after it was fixed.apparently it is the sensor that keeps having issues. It reads a different speed than the other sensors. Also i keep having an issue with my engine light coming on randomly.i have taken the car in for evaluation 3 times and every time they tell me i need to turn the gas cap so many times to stop this from coming on.this actually does not solve the problem, as it is still continues to come on and turn off randomly.again i assume a sensor, the automotive places are sure i just need to turn the cap,how many timeswill it need to be turned 20 cause 3, 4, 5 ,6 none of these stop the problem, super annoying chrysler cannot just fix the problem, they made the car it cannot be that hard to fix.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has failed inspection due to extensive engine cradle rust. This vehicle's body and undercarriage is immaculate except for the engine cradle "k frame". I have contacted chrysler and they are unwilling fix the problem because it is 20k miles over the power train warranty even though there isno other rust issues on the vehicle. After doing research, i have discovered that i am not alone in this battle! i am within 8 months of the previous recalled vehicles from chrysler for this same issue and i believe that chrysler should extend their recall as this is a potential dangerous issue that is growing with this specific model vehicle.
There was a recall from chrysler made for 2004-2005 pacificas dealing with the engine cradle. They eroded and rusted through. Thousands upon thousand of cars were recalled. They than revoked it for a 2 month recall span. This problem has been deadly and fatal and has affected thousands of families. Chrysler refuses to fix the warranty that was organically wrote and sent out. They refuse to fix or acknowledge that the problem exist and is deadly for these people who drive the pacifica as their " family transportation". In the past month my 2005 pacifica has stalled out, died, had all roaders, breaks and control arms replaced. All new tires and now i find out my engine cradle has rusted out to where's its not drivable. Now the radio stopped working, the air wont turn on if blinkers are all, the entire electrical body has crapped out and chrysler refuses to fix the problems they set the original recall for. There are thousands of people driving these cars with kids, what will it take for someone to fix this issue? death of thousands of kids? multiple accidents?
Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated the engine cradle had rusted out. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The vin was not available. The approximate failure was 146,000.lj
I purchased this vehicle not to long ago. Then when having my brakes done, my mechanic pointed out the huge rust holes in the engine frame of my car. He said it wasn't safe to drive the vehicle because the engine might fall out. I contacted chrysler but the said there was no recalls on the vehicle.
This is a real problem the sub-frame that holds the engine to the car is rusted throughthe engine cradle is rusted thru and will become a hazard to drive without repairs the cars are dangerous to drive because the engines can fall out.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that an independent mechanic was servicing the vehicle and advised that the engine cradle was rusted. The mechanic also advised that the engine cradle would need replacing because there was a risk of the engine becoming detached and falling from the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 121,000....updated 10/27/15
The engine sub frame has and is rusted out.
Had our 2005 pacifica in for routine maintenance at local dealer.they "notified" us that the engine cradle had cracking.we checked with chrysler if there was a service bulletin or recall on this 7 yr old car and were told no.we then searched on the internet and found a letter dated 11/9/10, written by chrysler, to the owner of a'04-05 age pacifica, informing them the warranty period on their front engine cradle had been extended to 10 yrs or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first. The warranty was extended to vehicles in areas of high road salt usage, as they may experience engine cradle corrosion resulting in a "driveability vibration and/or shake".we live and bought our car, in minnesota which is a state of "high road salt usage" but chysler will not back the warranty extension to us because the car's first owner was in nevada (we are the 2nd owner).we feel the letter written by chrylser clearly shows they are aware and admit the engine cradle in this car is subject to corrosion but they will not fix the problem.this denial puts the driver, passengers and other vehicles on the road, at clear risk of incident.chrysler needs to issue a recall to fix admitted and very serious problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 25 mph, the contact heard a loud noise and the front end of the vehicle shook. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home where he took photos of the undercarriage of the vehicle. The photos were shown to a dealer where it was determined that the engine cradle was rusted and could fall out of the vehicle. The vehicle was deemed unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 124,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine cradle was rusted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. The vin was not available.
When taking the car for an oil change, it was pointed out that our engine cradle was very corroded and rusted through.we have since discovered that this is a known issue with this year, make, and model of car.however, our car was manufactured outside the very narrow range of dates for which an extended 10 year, 150k mile warranty on the engine cradle was made available.the body shop has quoted us $4000 to repair the vehicle, and said the car is very unsafe to drive in it's current condition.given that this issue is so common for this car, it is only a matter of time before someone is killed driving one.chrysler should be forced to issue a recall on all 2004 and 2005 pacificas in order to repair this problem before it is too late for some family.
While driving, the fuel gauge will fluctuate erratically and, occasionally, i will completely lose power while driving
I am seeing a lot of complaints regarding rust and corrosion issues with the engine cradle on 2004-2005 chrysler pacificas. Please go back to the main frame page and click on the "service bulletins" tab under the 2005 chrysler pacifica recalls list, then click on the "associated document" in the first service bulletin labeled : service bulletin no.: wb-d-10-34 component(s): enginenhtsa id number: 10045080it reads that, in an effort todemonstrate its commitment to your continued satisfaction, chrysler group pacifica's llc has extended thewarranty for the front engine cradle to 10 years or 150,000 miles (whichever occurs first). This warranty coverage applies to chrysler pacificas model years 2004-2005. Please take your vehicle to your local chrysler dealer where it can be inspected and replaced free of charge if necessary! if you have already replaced this component at your cost, then you are entitled to a refund; but must submit a photo copy of your invoice and receipt to:chrysler customer assistance centerpo box 21-8007auburn hills, mi 48321-8007you may also call our customer service center for more information at : 1-800-247-9753 (8am - 8pmest. Monday-friday) (9am - 5pmest. Saturday)
While driving on the freeway i glanced in my rear-view mirror and noticed smoke coming from out the back of my pacifica. I proceeded to exit the freeway at the nearest exit and the car jerked and made a noise. I told my two daughters who were in the car with me not to panic and then drove to the nearest gas station. I assumed the car was overheating and when i pulled up to the pump to put in coolant, someone in the car next to me told me my car was on fire. Three good samaritans pushed my car away from the gas pump, the fire department was called, and i watched the front end of my car burst into flames. The only salvageable part of the car was the rear area. The fire department hosed it down with water and had to use an ax to break open the hood of the car.the car was a total loss and i have contacted chrysler who will send someone out to investigate the cause.i am awaiting on a response from them currently.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at high speeds, the front end of the vehicle shook violently. When the vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance, the technician stated that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 204,446.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine oil change, the technician noticed that the engine cradle was corroded and cracked on the right side. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 154,500.
When changing the front struts found that the cradle is rusted through in several spots.i have been advised not to drive the car until it can be repaired.at this time i'm not sure how much or if it can even be repaired.at this time unable to upload photos as they are on someone else's phone, not on computer.will provide if need be.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having a state inspection performed on the vehicle she was notified that the engine cradle was corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who verified the failure and stated that it needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 76,000...updated 05/10/13updated 05/31/2013
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle would vibrate abnormally when driving various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the failure was located at the engine cradle. The engine cradle exhibited several holes due to severe corrosion and the contact was advised that the vehicle was not safe to drive. The manufacturer was also contacted and denied any assistance with the repair because the vehicle was not included in the engine cradle extended warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 149,783.
Add this to the ever-growing stack of complaints about the engine cradle rusting out on pacificas which fall outside the dates chrysler specified in their service bulletin.clearly those dates were dates of assembly, not of frame manufacture, because many pacificas continued to have improperly rustproofed frames put in well after the dates chrysler identified as problematic.this is an issue they knew about and tried to hide, and when they were discovered they tried to downplay the extent of the problem.that is criminal, as this issue is potentially extremely dangerous!please do something to force them to address this fault before someone dies!time is running out, as these vehicles are old enough now to where many of them are going to start breaking because their owners are completely in the dark.protecting the public is your job, and this is a huge, and dangerous issue!help us, please!!
Rear ended a chev. Truck at approx. 30 mph. Wife sustained neck, back, and shoulder. Upper torso was the most affected area airbags failed to deploy.
Cradle under car that holds motor in is all rusted out we were told not to drive car because it is rusted out so bad the motor could fall out as i look up on internet i see others with same problem why did this not call for a recall on these cars
Vehicle was submitted to authorized new york inspection station for yearly state-required inspection.vehicle failed inspection. Inspector cited multiple holes in the "cradle" frame member supporting engine, steering, and suspension parts. "cradle" was completely perforated in several places by corrosion, and showed signs of additional corrosion which would ultimately lead to more holes.cradle was judged structurally compromised.inspection station consulted ny dmv and it was determined and reported to me that vehicle is unsafe, and that replacement of cradle would be required to return vehicle to service and to pass new york state inspection.it was explained to me that a minor impact -- such as encountering a pothole at speed, or hitting an object with the frame or body of the vehicle -- could cause collapse of the front end structure of the vehicle,loss of steering control, loss of the engine from the engine compartment, collapse of the suspension system, and potential resultant fire, explosion, and injury or loss of life to occupants of vehicle or others in the vicinity.the consumer stated the vehicle left his wife stranded. She was unable to steer or brake while driving many times, the previous year.on one occasion while driving, the engine light illuminated, and the vehicle just stopped, leaving his wife in the middle of the road.the consumer replaced a faulty sensor. Updated 03/27/14
I brought my cart to my mechanic for a routine service and when my mechanic put it on the lift, he called us shortly after, and wanted us to come in to see the vehicle on the lift.. The car's frame was rusting through on both the front and back. He told us it was unsafe to drive and that he saw this on other pacifica's he serviced. He stated he never saw this occuron other brands now we have no vehicle to drive. The car is in good condition and has about 85,000 miles. If this car was driven on the highway, as we planned for the holiday weekend (july 4) without bringing it to a mechanic, we could have been killed. How does safety of passengers get compromised when it appears that 7000 cars were produced and hundreds of complaints with this specific problem on this model have been filed!.
A week ago i smelled an awful burning smell coming from my 2005 chrysler pacifica.i took it to the mechanic for investigation and repairs needed.the car needed an alternator, water pump and serpentine belt.while they were fixing this problem i told them to investigate the rattling noise coming from the frontend.they found that the engine cradle was rusting away.the garage suggested that i contact chrysler as this is a known problem with pacificas but it has not been recalled.i did my research and found that there are extended warranties being offered for this issue.i called chrysler directly and they told me because i was the second owner of the vehicle and they didn't know how the vehicle was treated and because of the mileage, they would not assist me in any way. Keep in mind i am a student and now have a car that is unsafe and chrysler could care less!!the fight does not end here.please contact me if you are having the same problem and what your outcome has been.
Since i purchased this in 2008, i have replaced the axle, 2wheel bearings a few months ago, a few years ago 1 abs sensor was replaced via warranty but they wouldn't replace the other - which went out 2 months later.they knew it was going to. I replaced the transmission 2 years, the fuel pump & catalytic converter last year, just replaced the oil pan gasket 2 months ago, the radiator 2 weeks ago due to coolant lead, and now the water pump is leaking coolant. This is just what i can think of off the top of my head.it has been one problem after the other with this vehicle and i have spent a fortune on it.i can't afford to replace it & my vin doesn't show up on the recalls.
2005 chrysler pacifica engine cradle is rusted out and the engine could fall out of the car. I find the car to beunsafe to drive. That is the only thing is rusted out on the car, this needs to be fix by chrysler.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated to respond and then surged forward. A whistling noise emitted from the engine. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 16,000.
9/23/14 took my pacifica to shop to have ac fixed once on the lift they informed me that the subframe was rusted out and my car was unsafe to drive. So scared to drive vehicle, i was informed that it would cost 3000. To 5000 to fix. I don't have that kind of money being retired. Chrysler informed me that my car was not built between feb. And march 2004 so they wont cover it. How ridiculous is this that they don't stand behind there products. Are they waiting for someone to die from this error.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 5 mph and making a left turn, a clicking sound emitted from the steering column without warning. The failure recurred on several occasions whenever the contact made a left or right turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the engine cradle had excessive rust and was fractured. As a result, the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was corrosion on the frame and the engine cradle.the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but was not repaired. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The failure and current mileage was 137,000.
Upon taking car in for routine nys inspection was informed of severe engine cradle rot. Estimated repair $4000. Car has less than 114k milesand is only 9 years old. I cant afford to repair and even though i have opened a case with chrysler they are not willing to help me. Chrysler admits issue when they offered extension of warranty on 2004 and 2005 models but refuses to issue a recall or fix the problem at their cost. Owners are stuck with a costly repair option . Chrysler should be addressing this safety issue .
After an oil change i was informed the engine cradle was rusted through and was dangerous to drive. I called the local dealership and was told that my car didn't qualify for the extended warranty. Now i have a car that is dangerous to drive. The cost to fix it is more than it is worth. Thanks chrysler, i will never own another of their vehicles.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at various speeds, an abnormal sound was heard from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine cradle was cracked and rotted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 128,500.
Took my vehicle in to have a small radiator leak checked out and an oil change as i am planning a trip from sw michigan to chicago in a week. Much to my surprise, shock and dismay the mechanic told me that my cars frame and engine suspension is badly rusted and the engine can fall out of my car at any given time. As i drive my car for my job and also help take my grandchildren to and from school i am sickened by this news. Then to find out (i bought my car used) that chrysler did a recall but then rescinded the recall really made me angry. I am now stuck with a car i cannot/should not drive and there is no way i can afford to purchase another vehicle. I will never buy a chrysler product again. Shame on you chrysler to not stand behind your product.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica . The contact stated that while the vehicle was being inspected by a local mechanic, the engine cradle was found to be corroded due todefective material. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 103,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact heard a clicking sound coming from the engine. There was then a rapid increase in the engine rpms. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The technician stated that the motor mount would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure occurred two additional times after the repair. The vehicle was not repaired a second time. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000.
Chrysler 2005 pacifica has significant engine cradle and other undercarriage rust issues.today at my auto repair shop i took several photographs of the rusted engine cradle, undercarriage and other suspension areas with heavy rusting.called chrysler care 1-800-247-9753 and they kindly told me there was nothing they can do to assist in the repair cost.numerous reports online of repairs being selectively reimbursed by chrysler.how many complaints are required for a recall to be issued or is a class action developing for this issue.thanks.
My whole engine cradle is rusted and corroded through. My mechanic said it is dangerous to drive, it is appears to be a known issue with chrysler. I was not warned of the problem by chrysler.
Took the car to the shop to have a shorted wire repaired/replaced and was told that the engine cradle was rusted out and needed to be replaced, and that the car is unsafe to drive.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the frame that holds the engine was rusted and rotted, causing the engine to shake and become unstable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was unable to be determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 99,000.
Took my pacifica in for a car alignment and walked out with the news that my engine is about to fall. I found out that my sub frame front engine cradle needs to be replace asap, otherwise it's not safe for me and my baby to drive . There's a huge rust problem, when i called the chrysler dealer they told me that there was no recall and that the fixing cost would be around $2500.00. I started researching this problem and found out it?s a widespread issue. Guess it sucks to be all the rest of us. Nothing ever was mentioned about this defect in the rusty engine cradle and god knows what could happen if it won't be fix. I am a single parent and i can't afford to pay for someone's mistakes. ...updated 09/22/15 updated 11/28/2017
I just want to voice my feelings on this company (chrysler) concerning the chrysler pacifica 2005 awd why wasn't this car recalled as a whole. It is a piece of crap i bought this car as a reliable family car being that i am a single mother of 5. I researched this car to make sure that it was going to be the right fit. I have had to buy 3 batteries for this car which to me seems to be a lot. The car burned oil constantly and no one could tell me where the oil was going, i had to have the motor mount changed i had to replace the egr valve failed my emissions because of it right after meaning seconds after it was changed the check engine light came back on while at the shop showing that the catalytic converter needed to be changed! not only did i have to pay for the egr valve but i also had to buy a two year waiver for my emissions in order to get my tabs because there was no way that i was going to be able to afford a catalytic converter. Got the catalytic converter changed and the check engine light went off for about a month or so but came right back on. Had to get the radiator repaired and now there is 5 different codes popping up p0305, p0404, p0736, p179, and p0720 im sure these codes mean nothing to you but i needed to address. I don't understand how so many complaints were made and these are from families people who spend a little more money on something that is not a mini van to end up with some crap!!!!! no one wants to spend their hard erned money on car repairs when i have to make life decsions on food on the talbe or fix my car well we are eating rice. I am attaching links from online complaints. Http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/chrysler_pacifica.htmlhttp://www.edmunds.com/chrysler/pacifica/2005/consumer-reviews.htmlno family should have to go through this.
While turning into the bank parking lot at 10mph the car just stalled.i was unable to brake or steer out the way. When gas gauge reads empty i am unable to fill the tank with gas as it begins to spill back out. Gas gauge reads 1/2 full when it is really empty? miles to empty sensor incorrect therefore i have no idea when i need gas. Driver side exterior headlamp seems dimmer than the other lamp.after repairing the entire front end(suspension) still sounds like the front end is going to fall apart when driving on ohio roads.felt it was necessary to document as i do not feel safe in this car.
Engine cradle was found to be rusting out.saw issue on news, websites, etc.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While undergoing routine maintenance, the certified mechanic diagnosed that the engine cradle was fractured and had severe rust. The cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.updated 01/05/16*ljupdated 02/14/17.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring and i took it to the dealer to find out the engine cradle is rotted. I did some investigating and this is a know safety issue with the 2004 and 2005 chrysler pacifica's. Chrysler refuses to help in this issue. They really aren't standing behind the product.
Engine cradle rusted out engine can dropout of car while driving car. Discovered when geting new tires. Not drivecar until i fine out how bad it is
The engine cradle is corroding away, there is a large split in one side. Chrysler has issued a safety recall for the same year, make and model cars for this known defect. However even though my car has the very same defect its particular vin is not included.
Took car to get oil change today was told when i picked it up that the engine cradle was rotten and that it was unsafe to drive contacted chrysler abt issue and was told that its my problem to fix even after finding letter of warranty that extended the coverage for cradle to 10 years 150000 mile nowhere did it say in letter abt it being for a 6 week span between feb and may needs to be a recall
My mechanic informed me that the engine cradle on my car is completely rotted out and is a serious issue which is a fatality hazard.he gave me a copy of chrysler "extended warranty period" written notice for this issue for pacifica model years 2004-2005.i called them and they stated that i'm not covered because my car was built in 8/04 and not between 3/04-4/04.the notice does not state that the cars need to be built in a particular month.their statement makes no sense to me and i think they are lying. All of the signs of their notice is what i have have been experiencing for over a year, the "corrosion resulting in drivability vibration and/or shake." could you please help me i love my car but can't afford the repair cost and they need to stand by their awareness of the defect and written warranty coverge notice.the notice is labeled as "[xxx]".thank you.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph and when turning on the defroster, the vehicle leaks freon onto the passenger side floor and stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
2005 chrysler pacifica touring has rusted engine cradle.for some reason this car is not covered for the recall but it clearly is affected by what ever the manufacturer failed to complete on car to ensure it would remain safe. I have a big whole and motor could fall out. I need help on trying to get expensive item paid for.the suspension is horrible all issues just not a good car at all.
We took the vehicle for an oil change and the mechanic noticed severe rusting along the engine cradle.the mechanic said its almost to the point of being unsafe to drive as the engine may drop out of it.my wife purchased this car approximately 2 years ago from a chrysler dealership in southeastern michigan.at the time it had 41,000 miles on it.today it has 60,000 miles
Bought the car in january, 2009, the car stop on the freeway,push on the gas would not go, pedal stuck, the coolant systems do not work car will run hot,called chrysler, they were no help is there any thing can be done, you buy a car and it is a piece of junk, all chrysler do is pass the buck as well get stuck with junk.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and i was experiencing problems with a "clicking noise" coming from underneath the front end of my car. Upon inspection by my mechanic it became evident that the "engine cradle" which holds up engine was completely rotted through with about 80% of visible corrosion (i really wish i could actual attach pictures of corrosion provided to me by my mechanic). Upon further investigation, i discovered that this "engine cradle" corrosion problem has been acknowledged by chrysler and an extended warranty was issued to repair this part for 04 and 05 pacifica's. Extended warranty letter id is: 0004617/#45543/x26...however, when i contacted chrysler, i was informed that based on the vin # of my car, i did not qualify for chryslers extended warranty for this issue (10 yrs or 150,000 miles) - the letter chrysler issued for this extended warranty clearly states that it covers 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica's, and even though i fall within the model year, geographical region, and the 10yr/150,000mile guidelines of extended warranty, chrysler claims that my 2005 was not manufactured within some narrow manufacturing window to qualify for this extended warranty. In closing, unfortunately, due to financial constraints, and the costly nature of this repair (2-3k), i have no choice but to drive this car the way it is at the moment - i do understand that it is clearly unsafe to drive this car and it probably shouldn't be on the road - however, i do have a valid state inspection sticker from previous year, so my car is "legal to drive", and i really have no choice but to continue to utilize this car until i can come up with a resolution (all i can do at this point is keep my fingers crossed and pray that i don't cause any harm to myself or anybody else). What should i / can i do to next? can you please help me and advise accordingly. Thank you sincerely [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Engine cradle rot is a serious problem in the 2004-05 chrysler pacifica. Chrysler admits they didn't apply enough coating to the vehicle's sub-frame during assembly, but only offered to cover a very small portion of the vehicles they messed up. So what happens when your engine craddle rotts? well, the engine could fall out for starters. It could also cause problems with the suspension and other components. But, did i mention the engine can fall out? the worst part is you might not know because there's no way to see the problem without getting under the car. Updated 12/9/2015
Experiencing a vibration/shaking in the front end of the vehicle.brought the vehicle to my local mechanic and it was discovered that the k-frame assembly that holds the engine is completely rotted out.my mechanic advised me that this is a serious safety issue and should be covered by a recent tsb put out by chrysler on 3/16/12, number 13-001-12.however, upon reading the tsb, it only covers those vehicles made from 2/23/04 - 3/31/04.my vehicle was manufactured in may 2004.i called chrysler directly and they told me because i was the third owner of the vehicle and they didn't know how the vehicle was treated and because of the high mileage, they would not assist me in any way.i filed a report with the nh attorney general's office.i then received a phone call from chrysler's claims investigation division.they offered to pay for one part which cost $1,550 (front cross member).i did not accept her offer as the cost to repair my vehicle in full with all necessary parts and labor totals $2,362.07.my claim was then referred to the chrysler business center who would make a final decision as to whether or not they would repair my vehicle.i emphasized that this was deemed a safety issue by my mechanic.i also spoke with a local chrysler service center and they informed me that they had seen 6 of these same repairs on my exact vehicle within the past 12 months and that this should be deemed a recall through the manufacturer.on september 24, 2012, i received a copy of a letter from chrysler to the nh attorney general's office stating that my vehicle was "purchased used and is beyond any warranty on the vehicle.as such chrysler group llc will not be participating in any repair consideration.
Driving down the street and the car started shaking and then something sounded like it snapped and the steering wheel was almost locked and could not steer. Had it towed to the mechanics and he said the under frame and the brackets attached from the chasis to the frame holding up the engine had broken off. I got home looked online and found out that there are a lot of complaints about rusting in the under frame and that it is a very unsafe condition.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds or while the vehicle was idling, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine cradle and mounts were severely rusted with holes. The vehicle was determined to be unsafe to drive and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 145,801.
Car stall when making sharp left hands turns. It has done this two consecutive days in a row. I searched the vin on chrysler and there are no open recalls. The found that there was a recall for this on 2005 pacifica's but i am unable to find out if mine was ever corrected.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle restarted after the second attempt and the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
My chrysler pacifica was diagnosed with a bad engine cradle, cradle is rusted, has a long rust hole about 7 inches long, will need a cradle replacement, frame is unsafe. Some 04's-05's were recalled for same problem, mine wasn't included in the recall for some reason, i'm having the same problem everyone else is. Contacted chrysler and said there wasn't anything they could do for me, its definitely a safety issue.
Rust through of engine cradle at variousspots on enginecradle. I'm the original owner. The car has 80500 miles. Contacted fca via phone. Fca says my pacifica does not fit the narrowly defined manufacture date of 02/28/2004 to 03/31/2004. My pacifica was manufactured on08/2004 and therefore does not qualify for extended warranty coverage. My local fca dealer gave me an estimate ofabout $ 2600 to replace. This problem was noticedduring a routine oil change recently. I am the only one who drives the car on a limited basis with no passengers.
On 9/10/2014 my wife was in a minor fender bender and our 2005 chrysler pacifica had to be taken away on a flatbed tow truck. Upon inspection of damage to our front end from the accident the body shop informed they found that our vehicle was unsafe to drive. In addition to the damage and upon my shock and horror they found our passenger side subframe/engine cradle was almost completely rusted out!!! the cost to repair/replace the subframe and labor will be $1500!!! i am in the process of having them replace it because my wife and 2 small children are in this suv daily. I'm thankful that this was found now before it was too late and something god awful would have happened. I'm in the process of talking with chrysler and am looking for assistance in this matter. Thank you for your help.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While parked, the contact placed the vehicle in drive and noticed an abnormal clunking sound.the engine began to rev when attempting to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the motor mounts would have to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for repair however, the failure recurred twice after repairs. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
My vehicle started making a clunk noise from the engine area and stopped shifting out of second gear. I took vehicle in to a repair shop for transmission service and was told by the repair shop that the vehicle is unsafe to drive because the engine cradle has corrosion and has rusted to the point that the engine is about to fall out the vehicle which most likely caused the transmission to fail. This was discovered while my vehicle was being lifted on the hoist. The repair shop said they are afraid to keep the vehicle on the hoist because someone could get injured while underneath it.
I took my newly purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica to my mechanic to get the brakes serviced, and was told that the engine cradle was completely rusted out and the engine was in danger of falling out! my mechanic was extremely concerned (he is a friend and an honest mechanic who runs a very reputable repair and body shop in ottawa, ks). I called chrysler before i purchased the car to see if their were any recalls on it, and was told their was not. The car is otherwise in perfect condition, no damage and very little wear inside and out. It was clear to my mechanic that this was due to some defect in the vehicle, and should not happen on a 10 year old car that is in as good of condition as mind is with only 110000 miles on it. To have a new engine cradle put it, it would cost over $4000. I cannot afford that, so we are putting in a reconditioned one, inspected to make sure it has no wear or rust on it, and we are painting and putting additional undercoating on it as to prevent any such recurrences. After looking online, i have since learned this is a widespread problem, and is effecting a large number of owners, and is much more widespread than chrysler is willing to admit. I called them, and my car is supposedly not one effected in their 3-4 week window of production, yet it was completely rusted to the point of possibly causing a serious and even fatal car accident.
The engine cradle has collaped and the motor has dropped about 3".it will be falling out of the car soon due to corrosion on this part.this is the exact part that the 2004 had issues with.the car is now unsafer to drive and needs an estimated $2200 repair.there is an apparent design issue as this car is in excellent shape otherwise.
I was having my vehicle inspected and was informed that my engine cradle was rusting through. I checked out the problem on line and found out that this is a recognized problem with 2004 pacifica's and that chrysler has offered an extended warranty due to manufactures defect. However there is only a one month period (in-service date) that applies to the warranty. You can put your fist through the engine cradle.engine vibrates and we are concerned that it will fall out of the car and kill someone.we wont let our kids drive it anymore and cant afford to replace it.it is apparent that this is a common safety problem that could result in serious injury and chrysler not only made no attempt to contact buyers, but also fails to accept responsibility for the manufactures defect. Please do your jobs and protect us from this obvious defect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I noticed that something was looking weird about my car and something seemed hanging really low. I went to have it looked at right away and they told me that my cradle was rotting and it needed to be fixed or my engine was going to fall to the ground if i did not get this taken care of. I have had nothing put problems with this car. It seems like once i fix one thing something else goes wrong. I have spent over 3,000 dollars on this car so far to fix it and now this. I am beyond irritated.
I was driving on the freeway, and all of a sudden the car turns of. I had my niece in the car. The steering wheel wouldn't move. I could've crashed and caused a major fatal accident. Shortly after that i needed to replace the engine. Luckily i had warranty.the dealership couldn't figure out why the car would turn off. This happened about 3 times. And still does.now im having problems with the motor. I've doesn't over 8000 dollars fixing this car out of my pocket. The car is almost paid off. I need help. I feel like chrysler has stolen money from me since i purchased this car. Not fair. Not right.
My vehicle began stalling while being driven on the street and highways, when turning and while stopped for light changes. Had to have battery "jumped" or charged several times. Battery had to be replaced twice because of discharged from alternator. Had alternator replaced. Battery continued to drained. Vehicle ran for one day and completely shut down while in motion. After jump starting the battery, vehicle ran for a couple of minutes. Was told by service mechanics, battery or alternator problems even after having those parts replaced. Finally had the vehicle towed to dealership that specialized in chryslers and was shock when he stated it was the pcm (powertrain control module) which i believed and researched was part a recall for 2005 pacificas in 2006. Told by the dealership that the fuel pump was fixed which is not the problem of this vehicle. The pcm is the problem, and the dealership is not owning this. I did not purchase the vehicle until 2010; so i honestly believed that this problem was not repair but claimed to had been. When referencing the recall notification (which i did not receive personally), the fuel pump problem was replaced for 2004 models not 2005 models. Pcm problems were that of the 2005 models which was not repaired or replaced for this vehicle. I have had my vehicle towed approximately 7 times now. I am still paying insurance for a vehicle that is unable to be driven. The dealership wants to charge me $1000 for repair, that is a little less that half of what the vehicle is worth.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pecifica. While the vehicle was being serviced at the dealer, it was observed that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and i was experiencing problems with a clicking noise and shifting coming from underneath the front end of my car. Upon inspection by my mechanic it became clear that the "engine cradle" or subframe was completely rotted through withvisible corrosion. Upon further investigation, i discovered that this "engine cradle" corrosion problem has been acknowledged by chrysler and an extended warranty was issued to repair this part for 2004 and 2005 pacifica's. Extended warranty letter id is: 0004617/#45543/x26...however, when i contacted chrysler, i was informed that based on the vin # of my car, i did not qualify for chryslers extended warranty for this issue, the letter chrysler issued for this extended warranty clearly states that it covers 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica's, and even though i fall within the model year, geographical region, and the 10yr/150,000mile guidelines of extended warranty, chrysler claims that my 2005 was not manufactured within some narrow manufacturing window to qualify for this extended warranty.
Enginecradle rusted out
Our 2005 chrysler pacifica touring model did not pass a state vehicle safety inspection because of extensive corrosion holes and frame rust.the engine cradle support has rust holes and is severely weakened, and the areas below the rocker panels underneath the car have rusted through.the vehicle was purchased new by my father, and has always been garaged and well maintained. The car has only 77,100 miles on it, and yet now is considered structurally unsafe to drive.researching online, i found that chrysler knew of the unusual corrosion problems with this vehicle.they acknowledged the rust problem by quietly issuing an extraordinary "extended 10 year / 150,000 mile warranty" for pacifica model years 2004-2005.they subsequently amended this warranty to limit their responsibility to the front engine cradle only (reference: x26, warranty bulletin dated march 16, 2012), and further reduced their exposure by only providing this warranty coverage to vehicles manufactured between february 23, 2004, to march 31, 2004 - an implausibly short time frame given their acknowledged corrosion problem. The chrysler customer assistance center told me they would not provide any assistance, since the manufacture date for this car was june, 2005.it is inexcusable that a well-maintained 2005 vehicle with only 77,000 miles could be rendered structurally unsafe due to corrosion. It is absurd to suggest that their corrosion problem only affected one part manufactured only within a 36 day window. Having spoken with several mechanics and insurance adjusters, extensive underbody panel rust and frame corrosion are extremely common with this model year. Structural corrosion is a known defect with this car. It's a huge financial loss for us. It also a dangerous safety "time bomb". They know it is.chrysler should assist in fixing these vehicles quickly, or be forced to recall them.
The 2005 chrystler pacifica was traveling 35 mph in the winter on a paved road when it just died no warning.i had it towed to my house for further testing.the car tries starting but never turns over act like no fuel. I then hooked it up to my foxwell nt630 elite obd2 scanner it detected codes p0340, p2066, p0700, & p0461code p0340 cam shaft position sensor a circuit bank 1 or single sensor(part replaced).code p2066 fuel level sensor b (performance).code p0700 transmission control system.code p0461 fuel level sensor a (range/performance)nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000manufacturer daimlerchrysler corporationcomponents power trainpotential number of units affected 127,928summary: on certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.remedydealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from august 1, 2004 through september 30, 2004. The recall began on november 21, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.two separate defect conditions that could result in engine stall while driving in model year (my) 2005-2006 chrysler pacifica vehicles (nhtsa recall no. 06v-432). My 2005 vehicles built in august and september of 2004 are being recalled to correct a defect in the secondary fuel pump modules, which may have an improper press fitting on the inlet that can become dislodged and shut-off fuel flow. All my 2005-2006 vehicles built between july 8, 2004 and november 11, 2005 are being recalled to correct a powertrain control module (pcm) software issue with the evaporative emissions system which can also cause stalling. For both conditions, engine stall incidents tend to occur during left turns. Nhtsa action number: rq06002
I took my 2005 pacifica for a routine oil change last week, and our mechanic discovered a large area of the engine cradle was completely rotted away on the passenger side of the undercarriage. He said it's not safe to drive until something is done to fix it, because the engine could fall out of the car at any time. After doing some research online, we discovered that we are not the only ones who have this problem on this make and model. We took the car to our local chrysler dealer, and they will have to install a new engine cradle at an estimated cost of $2300. I then contacted chrysler customer care, and they took a stance of plausible deniability, telling me that this is a problem unique to my pacifica. I explained that there is irrefutable proof that it isn't unique to my vehicle. All pacificas are prone to this failure. When i asked about the extension chrysler issued for the warranty on pacificas because of this very issue and why owners were never notified, the representative did not deny there was an extension; however, he informed me that my car is too old and well past any warranty mileage (which it isn't at 138,600 miles). At that point the representative became rude. When i asked to speak with a superior, he informed me there was no one else i could speak to on this issue and there is nothing chrysler will do to assist me in the matter. All in all, i'm (1) alarmed that chrysler is not addressing this significant safety hazard in this model, and (2) frustrated that they refuse to do anything to correct the problem. I'd even be happy with a compromise, for instance, if they would supply the part and we would pay for the labor, but they shut the door in my face. Hoping the nhtsa can investigate and call them to account for such shoddy construction.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and functioned normally. The problem recurred on three occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the motor mount needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000.
I put my car in reverse, yesterday and the car stalled. I just had a mechanic look at my car today and just found out the subframe of my pacifica is rotted and cracked! i was told not to drive it because the engine is abnormally lifting up and slamming down on to the starter wire and causing sparks which could cause a fire! i'm surprised there isn't a recall on this already!!
Transmission all the sudden acted like it wasn't ahifting just driving normally on regular paved road, rpms high and dies and has a knock under the hood. Tried looking up what is wrong and apparently there are thousands of them that have done same thing. Would like to get it fixed but seems no one knows how to fix it
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine cradle was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 67,430.
Engine cradle sub frame rusted through on one side causing the car to pull to one side.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle had severe rusting on the front motor harness. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the motor harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 98,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that an unknown rattling noise emitted from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the engine cradle needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.
Gas gauge fluctuates to empty with light and chime announcing no gas, but there is a three quarter tank full of gas.the engine turns off and steering locks without power.used car purchased yesterday and we were stranded until we filled the tank with three gallonsthe car was in motion the first time it stalled. The second time it was idling at a stop light. The third time was in a parking lot. I turned the engine off than back on it resumed . We were heading in a straight directions.
The engine cradle is rusting and the engine will soon fall down to the ground if not replacedcost + $2,000 +.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle shook with the illumination of the abs light. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.... Updated 10-17-13 when braking the car started shaking. Steering was lost, and the abs light illuminated. Upon inspection it was found the front engine cradle had rusted so to the point there were big holes. The only thing holding the engine cradle together was the motor mounts.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and shook violently at any speed. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic diagnosed that the egr, o2 sensor, and front motor mount were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle had the same symptoms as listed in the recall for nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train); however, the vin was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 186,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while entering a residential driveway, he began to smell smoke. The vehicle experienced a thermal event. The contact was able to extinguish the fire and the vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was confirmed that the insulation from the vehicle fell onto the catalytic converter and caught on fire. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue. The failure mileage was 80,500 and the current mileage was 82,500. Updated 11/13/12updated 11/21/2012
During routine wheel alignment i was told that they cannot perform due to the excessive engine cradle rust and that the vehicle was not safe to drive.
Engine cradle is badly rusted through and needs replacement at a cost of $2,600 estimate from mechanic.
Sub-frame broke on me.it is the exact part that was recalled for the 2004 pacifica.however there is no recall for 2005? the sub frame broke while i was driving, with a children in car seats in the vehicle.this is a real safety concern, especially in the "salt belt" chrysler's self admitted insufficient protective coating on the sub frame of these cars, should be enough proof, to raise eyebrows and remedy this safety issue.i cannot afford to repair all the damage this caused, and pacifica's cannot hold a resell value, as selling this to another person, is just like handing them a ticking time bomb.why is there no solution or help on this issue? i am not alone with these issues.i suppose it will take deaths from this faulty part before any real action is actually taken. Having a strong piece of metal to keep my motor from falling on the ground isn't to much to ask, or is it?the only option i have to keep my primary vehicle on the road, is to try welding the sub frame and hope for the best.
While driving from canada (montreal) to largo (florida) the chrysler pacifica 2005 started to loose power and speed (highway 75 near brooksfield, fl). I could not drive the car on the shoulder as a temporary cement wall was on the right hand side for construction. A few second later, as the construction site was over i pulled my car on the shoulder and 3 cars had already stopped (they saw the fire underneath my car)and the drivers waved at me to stop. I tried to stop on the shoulder but i didn't have any brakes on the car. Fortunately, the highway was going up so the car stopped by itself and started going backwards. I turned the steering wheel to be able to stop in the guard rail and then fire was coming out from the motor (out of the fenders). The 3 person mentioned to me that the fire was coming out from underneath the motor while driving so that was the reason they stopped to indicate the fire. My mother in law (80 years old with pace maker) and myself had only a few seconds to exit the car because black smoke was already in the car. I lost everything in the fire (medication, clothing, passport, wallet, etc...) as my mother in law lives in florida, i am filing this complaint for her and for myself also. I am a health and safety coordinator and i wish that this situation never comes back in the future. Fortunately, i am still alive to explain this incident.
My 2005 chrysler pacfica stalled in the parking lot of my friends house.this is the second time this has happened.the car is brand new (got it in may) and there is only ~5000 miles on the vehicle.both times the car stalled at low speeds (parking lots) while turning, and my foot was not on the gas pedal.first thing i noticed was the power steering was out, then eventually noticed the car was not running (stalled).saw a recall on 04 pacificas for a similar problem, brought the vehicle to the dealership i bought it at and they could not find anything wrong.brought it in a second time and they made an adjustment to the throttle.
- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica, andstated that while driving out of a parking lot the vehicle seized, causing the contact to lose control, and running the vehicle into a small ditch.the contact took vehicle to the dealer, and they stated that they would not repair it until the insurance company investigated the cause of failure.the contact could not provide any additional information.the current and failure mileage were both 18,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was burning excessive amounts of oil. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure.the contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint. The contact was informed by the manufacturer that the oil consumption rate was normal and provided no further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 69,500 and the current mileage was 77,146.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica is unsafe to drive due to the front sub-frame/engine cradle completely rusted through. This problem seems to be happening to several pacifica owners all over. This is truley a faulty device which chrysler should recall on and fix or cover the cost to fix this problem.
I have2005 chrysler pacifica. On a routine oil change, the midas service clerk calls me to tell me that all 3 of my motor mounts are broken. The problem is, that i had them all replaced about 1.5 years ago. I come to find out that this is a common problem for these vehicles when i checked online. Please press chrysler into fixing this issue. A simple google search for "chrysler pacifica motor mounts" brings up hundreds of individuals complaining of this same issue.
2005 chrysler pacifica, started having problems at 50,000 miles. Abs sensors had to be replaced and recall for fuel module...but most upsetting the car stalls at low speeds or while making turns..ie: pulling into parking spaces,etc.. I have brought it to dealership and like many others without engine light on they cannot duplicate problem, therefore we are sent on our way with no fix!! i have 4 children and i am terrified to drive this car!! why wont chrysler stand behind these vehicles!!!
Rear motor mounts seem to be a big issue for chrysler pacificas. I have a 2005 touring and was told 6 months ago that i would need to replace mine. At that time, they were on national back order of over 1,900!! i'm sure that number has risen greatly since january '09. If that many rear motor mounts are on back order, it would stand to reason that this is a real problem with this part. Why would chrysler not cover replacing this part under warranty?! it's bad enough that we have to wait an indefinite amount of time to receive the replacement part. How safe is this car to drive with the engine moving around so much?! i've heard and read differing opinions on the safety issue. If it is indeed a danger to drive a car in this condition, what are we supposed to do for transportation?! chrysler needs to take an extensive look into this and many other issues that pacifica owners have had to deal with. I, myself, have spent a lot of time at the local dealership getting defective parts replaced. Unfortunately, there have been parts that weren't covered under warranty which i read about as being a common problem. I've even read that the pacifica may qualify for the lemon law with so many common problems.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled six times while making a left hand at 3-5 mph.the vehicle restarted when the shifter was placed in neutral.the vehicle has been to the dealership twice and each time they could not duplicate the problem.the dealership informed the contact that chrysler was aware of this particular problem.there is an ongoing investigation, nhtsa item number:rq06002 concerning the engine and engine cooling system.
Dt:the contact statedvehicle stalled twice. She was able to restart the vehicle. After two attempts the dealer was unsuccessful in locating the problem. The manufacturer was contacted,but offered no further assistance.
We purchased our 2005 chrysler pacifica on june 24, 2005: 10 stalling episodes to date. 1st & 2nd stalling events occurred within 6 weeks of purchase; both involving slow-speed left-hand turns. Car completely stalled - no ability to steer. Once in park, pac able to start. Took car back to dealer where, after 1 day's worth of investigation, technicians said they could not replicate problem & since no diagnostic codes appeared, there was nothing to fix. I googled "chrysler pacifica stalls" & found 100s of similar complaints for both 2004 & 2005 models. I printed examples & headed to dealer.after confronting technicians with the complaints they admitted they had seen several other pacs for the same stalling problem. In fact, technicians had replaced iac motor on other pacs they had serviced for stalling problem - same remedy suggested in googled complaints but not offered to me.dealership replaced iac motor for free. Due to general concern about apparent dangerous nature of all pacs & outrage over deceptive service at dealer, i complained to chrysler corp. Got a feeble corporate response about "my dissatisfaction with my service needs." chrysler never even mentioned stalling problem. Iac fix seemed to work until 1.5 months ago when pac stalled again. I decided it was time to respond to the recall involving the pcm reprogramming & headed back to dealer. 3 weeks after pcm fix, car is stalling every time i slow down, whether turning or not. Pac is currently at dealer. Technicians refuse to deal with this as a mechanical problem with pac model - obviously given no direction from chrysler corp to do so. Dealer says we are responsible for paying for anything they do to fix problem - totally absurd since nothing they have done to date has fixed problem. Bottom line: pac models are experiencing systematic engine failures=totally unsafe cars. Hope nhtsa investigates problem & forces chrysler to offer customers real solutions to potentially fatal flaw.
I have just performed routine (10/03/20014) maintenance on my 2005 chrysler pacifica. The mechanic called to inform me of significant corrosion problem with the cross member (cradle) that supports the engine, transmission, front suspension and steering. His visual inspection, as well as mine, showed more then 75% of the passenger side cradle rusted away. An open case # 25736224 has been established by chrysler customer support. My pacifica was produced september 30, 2004 which is outside of the assembly dates established by chrysler for extended warranty coverage. Failure of the cross member (cradle) would cause loss of steering, engine and transmission failure, and severed brake lines. Because this is a major safety issue it should be repaired by chrysler corporation.
When i initially purchased my vehicle, 2005 chrysler pacifica, from genesis auto sales located at 1005 springdale rd in austin, tx. 78721 there was noise by the front left tire. After bringing this to the companies attention they agreed to fix it. The kept the vehicle about a week. The day i picked it up my father looked it over and found duct tape on the part, cv joint. I took the vehicle back and also mentioned the horn also went out. The company agreed to fix this again as well as perform my inspection as the sticker had expired. The car was kept another 2 weeks. When the vehicle was picked up for a second time the car began overheating. At this time my father and mechanic looked it over and found a busted hose, but they noted that the cv joint was duct taped again this time covered in grease. He also noted missing lug nuts on all tires. I brought this up to the company again who refused to listen. I filed a complaint with dmv, bbb, oag, ftc and dps. Dps sent out an investigator who took pics as well and also noted that the tint on the vehicle was illegal and that not only were lug nuts missing but the lug bolts were broken off. All this as well as the motor mount have since been replaced. The bolts holding the cv joint and motor mount were also found not to be the proper size. On 12/24/11 as i was driving my seat belt became unbolted from the vehicle. I was able to place it back in where it came from but it is not secure. The company refuses to help with these problems and i will be pursuing legal action as all problems with the vehicle have been safety hazards and i am now unable to drive the vehicle for fear myself or my family will be injured as im not sure all problems have been fixed as different noises still occur.
Low speed engine stalling on 2005 chrysler pacifica.three times in 14 months. Occurred while turning left in each case.no help from dealer, no response from chrysler.
I went for an oil change and was told that the engine cage is severely rotting away and driving my car is a road hazard. I only have 138,000 miles on my car and would like to drive it until it dies...but right now i was told the replacement part is no longer made and i would have to find a salvage car to find a replacement part. The quadrant remains that i bought a used car from a chrysler dealer that should have known about the recall on this part due to it not being manufactured correctly for corrosion resistance. Apparently i am not the only one with this problem. If i were to sell it i would be passing a dangerous car on to someone else...i still owe on this car and it is worth less than what i owe let alone dangerous to drive to work 75 miles a day. Chrysler needs to make amends or reparations for the lack of action regarding the safety issue here...and this is a big safety issue.
My mechanic has informed me that the sub frame that holds the engine on my 2005 chrysler pacifica has extensive corrosion and has a hole in it the size of a person's fist. He said that the corrosion protection was obviously inadequate and could be a safety issue if i were in an accident.he said i will have to replace it and it will not be an inexpensive job.he said their should be a recall because this should not happen.apparently there is no recall.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at any speed, the vehicle would abnormally veer toward the right. The contact also stated that the brakes would involuntarily engage when driving at any speed. Once the brakes disengaged, the vehicle would surge forward momentarily. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 73,500. Updated 5/24/11 the vehicle stalled while in reverse, a water pump was installed and the vehicle surged forward
I own a 3005 chrysler pacifica that has been taken regularly to the dealer for oil changes repairs and regular maintenance. Today my husband noticed some rusting of the frame that the engine sits in so i went to dealer and had them look at it and they agreed and were surprised that this was happening and it shouldn't. I was told it should be fixed is very unsafe and the cost is very expensive. I called chrysler and they simply said sorry not a recalled vehicle and there is nothing they can do. They told me to fix it and save the receipt in case there is a future recall. I am very upset by this response. I am concerned about driving my kids as well as myself any where in a car that is unsafe and apparently our safety is not a concern for chrysler. I will make sure no one i know buys a car from this company especially after finding out that so many other pacificas have this same problem. It should have been recalled.
Was informed by service center that the engine cradle was rusting thru.svc center advised that this is a safety issue and needs to be addressed.contacted dealer who looked into the issue and said it needs to be replaced due to rust damage.dealer advised that chrysler extended the warranty for 04 & 05 pacifica's for 10 years or 150000 miles.chrysler sent a letter to affected people on nov 9, 2010. ( we are not part of the affected cars according to chrysler) the dealer advised that our car was not part of the affected vehicles.parts for replacement totaled out at 1329.55 plus tax and labor.dealer said to contact chyrsler cust svc to see if there is any thing they can do.contacted customer svc and they advised that the car does not fall in the affected cars and there is nothing they can do.have sent a letter to chrysler with no reply on this issue.so no we have a dependable care in very good condition that is not safe to drive and the manufacture is going to deny any replacement or repair.
This is an update on the common engine cradle rust issue of the 2004-2005 pacificas.i just had the engine cradle on my 2005 pacifica replaced by the dealership.a micrometer analysis of the problematic area of the engine cradle reveals that it rusted from the inside out, indicating that the problem was indeed due to a failure of the rust-proofing process at manufacture, and not due do rusting which occurs through the normal vehicle operation, which would develop from the outside and work its way inward. Chrysler has admitted there was a problem with frame manufacture, but since there is no date of manufacture stamped on the frames they are visually indistinguishable from any others, meaning that they do not become individually identifiable until assembly occurs, and that can (either purposefully or inadvertently) be months or even years after the frame manufacturing occurs.in other words, it is entirely possible that chrysler purposefully withheld frames known to be dangerous from the normal assembly process in order to surreptitiously work them in to subsequent assembly runs a few dozen at a time over the course of a couple years so as to avoid having it appear as if it was a singular manufacturing defect.since there is no way for anyone to determine when each of the improperly manufactured frames were actually used for vehicle assembly, using vehicle assembly dates for determining which vehicles have bad frames is capricious and arbitrary.for the sake of the safety and well-being of the people who own these vehicles, i am strongly pleading the nhtsa to re-investigate this problem more closely on the grounds that both statistical and physical analytical evidence indicates that all of these engine cradle rust complaints are in fact related, and that chrysler's response is logically insufficient to address the issue, let alone to insure public safety.
I purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica in michigan in 2006 and imported into canada.the vehicle has 31,000 miles on it and the engine is burning oil rapidly.i noticed a noise coming from the engine and found the oil level to virtually not appear on the dipstick.the check oil light never came on.this could have led to the failure of my motor while i was driving.i have also had a cylinder misfire and spark plugs replaced due to this.
I was driving on the highway going about 55 (mph) when i went over a pothole. After that my car started making a rattling noise. My mechanic checked the car and said it was the rack and pinion but then he discovered that the whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded and told me it was very dangerous for me to drive the vehicle until i made the proper repaired which is replacing the entire engine cradle.
Car failed inspection because of rusted out engine cradle (undemember),
Engine cradle.
After taking our 2005 pacifica to a chrysler dealership to be looked at for rattling and knocking noises in the front end and complaints of the car sounding like it was going to fall apart, especially when driving over bumpy roads; i was advised that the engine cradle, subframe, sway bar links and frame bushings needed to be replaced due to rust and corrosion. The cost would be between $3000.00 and $4500.00.we were advised the car was very unsafe to drive. We asked the dealership to take pictures of the front end when they put it up on the lift. When we received the pictures via email, we were horrified by what we saw. We were grateful that we were not involved in what could have been a tragic accident had we not taken the car in to be looked at. We wondered why this happened as we have 3 other cars older than this car. They have been inspected and do no have this problem. After some investigating we have found out this is a common problem with this vehicle, year and make and chrysler is well aware of it, they have no plans to do a recall or advise owners of the problem, or at least not until there is a fatality or some horrific accidentdue to this faulty product chrysler is putting in their vehicles. We have lost all faith inchrysler.they must think very little of human life.
While making a left turn, the engine stalled on my vehicle, leaving me stuck with oncoming traffic approaching.this occurred at night and the shut down caused all lights to go off, steering and braking were reduced. I was able to restart only after putting the car in park and turning the key to off. This failure put me in a seriously unsafe position. I have read reports online from other owners of the chrysler pacifica experiencing this same problem.i had a half tank of gas, the engine was warmed up and i made no maneuver out of the ordinary.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while backing out of the driveway at 10 mph, the vehicle stalled.when in reverse, the vehicle goes forward.the engine warning light illuminates and the handling fails.the dealer stated that a minimum 4-hour diagnostic is needed to identify the failure.the failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 99,500.
I have owned this vehicle since june, 2005.as i am driving, suddenly and without warning ,this vehicle has stalled in the lane of driving.this incident has happened to me three times in these 11 months.the dealership cannot find a computer code to identify the problem and will not do anything to fix this problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side tires continued to wear prematurely and were replaced three times in a very short period of time.the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised her that the cradle had completely rusted, which caused the tires to wear fast. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 102,000.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica that was bought brand new in october 2004.in october 2009, i was driving home during afternoon rush hour.i noticed my car smoking and attempted just to make it home.about 20 minutes later, my car began to hesitate and turned off once or twice when i stopped at stop lights.eventually, the car shut down completely on a major thoroughfare and would not restart.after being towed to the nearest dealership, i discovered that the radiator hose had been blown off and a hole basically ripped in the coolant jug as a result.repair cost: $564.00.prior to releasing the vehicle, the service technicians noticed how loudly and roughly the car was running and did further tests, to discover that the motor mounts are broken and in need of repair, which caused the problem that i paid nearly $600 to fix.projected cost:an additional $900.that's a total of $1500 for a four-year-old car!!!i've searched and have seen numerous reports of repeated motor mount breaks and problems.called chrysler who basically is turning a blind eye to the numerous complaints.
Just had a state inspection and oil change done on my 2005 pacifica. The technician put my car on a lift and pointed out multiple areas where the engine cradle frame is rusting out. He had never seen anything like this on a vehicle of this age. As it turns out, while investigating this issue on the nhtsb and other web sites, this is a common problem with the chrysler pacifica. And is apparently of little concern to chrysler. They have offered some people help and others have been told "too bad", based on some arbitrary manufacture date range. This is even though the defect is the same no matter the manufacture date. This total disregard for the safety of their consumers is unbelievable and should not be tolerated. While my car has passed this inspection, without correction, it will never pass again. This was not a low cost vehicle and if chrysler was aware of this safety issue why was i not contacted. Are they waiting for some kind of serious accident with injuries or death to respond properly? i contacted chrysler on this issue and was told they would not help me. "thank you for contacting the chrysler customer assistance center. Thank you for your recent contact regarding your vehicle. We fully appreciate your concern, particularly in view of the expense and inconvenience involved, however, we are unable to accommodate your request for out-of-warranty consideration. The vehicle has exceeded the time and/or mileage limitations of the warranty (or warranties) we offered on the vehicle at the time it was purchased. Although we are unable to provide a more favorable reply, we appreciate the opportunity to review your request.thank you again for taking the time to communicate with us. We're sorry we cannot provide a more favorable reply thanks again for your email."
Dt*: the contact stated while slowing down and turning left, the vehicle stalled without warning.the vehicle restarted with no delay.the dealership was unable to determine the problem.
I was doing my oil change, when i noticed that my engine cradle was rusting through. I immediately called, both local chrysler dealers, was told that although chrysler is aware of the problem i was not covered. I called chrysler directly, it was explained to me that although my state is listed in the extended warranty, but because it was originally sold in a state not listed, i was not covered.
Sticky gas pedal; a/cwater drains inside passenger cabin.
Brought to garage due to constant stalling.mechanic advised subframe was rotting out.car only has 83,600 miles.this definitely is not normal wear and tear - defective materials.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle stalled without warning.the dealer replaced the idler control motor but the problem persists. When the gas gauge reads a half tank, the needle would drop. The dealer replaced the sending unit, fuel level module.
I purchased this car new in 2005. It has 140,00 miles on it. This week my wife took it in for a oil change and they said the motor is ready to fall out as the engine cradle is rusted out. They said the cost to fix this was $3-$4 thousand dollars. We don't have this kind of money and it's the car my 16 year old daughter drives 22 miles to school. I have resurched this issue and it's one that you are aware of and don't seem to care about. After the gm issues i'm disappointed that you have not made owners like me aware of this. Does someone need to get killed before you force chrysler to recall these?
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled intermittently.during the last incident the vehicle stalled while traveling between 45 and 50 mph.the only operable part of the vehicle during the stalling was the heater and radio.after the vehicle was placed into park the engine restarted.the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the problem could not be duplicated. Updated 03/20/06.
I took my car in today for an oil change and was told that the engine cradle was severely rusted and unsafe to drive.the repair would cost $2700.i called chrysler customer service for assistance however my car was built august 18, 2004 and not during the time of the extended warranty was issued for cars built feb 23 - mar 31, 2004.i have the same issue as the cars built earlier in the year, however, i am out $2700.why isn't this extended to other pacifica's built in 2004 with the same problem?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for service and was informed that the front motor mount needed to be replaced.the dealer stated that the part was on back order.the manufacturer confirmed and stated that they could call her when it becomes available.the failure mileage was 53,000 and current mileage was 56,000.
Driving my vehicle in town taking my kids to school and with no warning the car just stopped. Felt like we hit a wall. Luckily me and my children were not hurt except for some seat belt bruising. While looking around online i found there was a recall on the 2005 pacificas for this same problem. I called chrysler to tell them i want it fixed and they claim my vehicle is not part of the recall and wouldn't help me. I asked if maybe it should have been a bigger recall than they thought and maybe they made a mistake so could they please look at it and make sure the part that was recalled wasn't the same problem i'm having. They wouldn't assist me in any way.this is unacceptable and unsafe for me and my children.
I was making a low speed left hand turn when my 2005 chrysler pacifica limited stalled.no accident occurred but i understand this has been a frequent occurrence with the '05 pacifica.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled however it would restart.this occurred on two occasions.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who could not determine the problem.there was an open nhtsa investigation #ea06013 which pertained to engine, fuel system, power train and vehicle speed control.
On jan 16, 2012 car missfired on an incline several times within 12 miles, then stalled upon turning right.during the return trip, missfired several times in an incline.stalled backing out of a drive way.engine light came on.took the car to mechanic and the light register the cam shaft.replaced it.during another incident two days later on jan. 29, 2012. The car again miss fired on an incline then promptly stalled - not on the turn - during the incline.had to wait several minutes for the car to start again.the miss firing has been occuring for at least two months intermittantly.i got it checked with the engine light came on, but the replacement of the can shaft didn't correct the problem.the first stall occured on jan 16, 2012.the engine light is back on after the stall today.after researching this issue, it seems that this is not just my car, but many pacifica's have this problem.i'll be notifying chrysler dealer tomorrow.i'm am very concerned about this issue.i do not feel safe in this car.
In july 2009, during the vehicle safety inspection, the first signs that the engine cradle was rusted and even perforated in some places were reported. Now, it is getting worse and worse,vibrations can be felt when driving and great concerns are made on this vehicle safety.updated 12/08/14
During routine maintenance, discovered severe corrosion to engine cradle. Potential is there for catastrophic failure of the engine cradle, causing a collapse.technician at dealership recommended no longer driving vehicle, stating it was unsafe.car is otherwise in excellent condition, having been garaged and carefully maintained throughout its lifetime. This is a potentially serious safety hazard.no notification was provided to me by chrysler that this should be checked. My research shows that chrysler has been aware of this issue for years but they are refusing to assist with replacement of engine cradle.a letter was drafted by chrysler covering certain 2004-2005 pacificas within 10 years of purchase or 150,000 miles.my vehicle falls into this category, since it is less than 9 years old, and had 100,000 miles on it at time of discovery of corrosion.chrysler states my vin does not fall into the range of vehicles that are covered.chrysler also covered vehicles in "cold weather states", which is the range of states we live in.
Dt: the consumer owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The vehicle stalled for no apparent reason. This incident occurred while decelerating and braking. There was no prior warning before this incident. The consumer put the vehicle in park and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle restarted properly. This was the first time this incident happened. The vehicle has automatic transmission. The dealership said there where no codes shown.therefore, the dealership would not do anything about the vehicle. Shewas scared to drive the vehicle because she had three children. The vehicle had less than 3000 miles on it. She was traveling 55 mph before slowing down to make a turn.
The vehicle has stalled four times in the last five months while turning or going around a bend in the road. Fuel levels at the time it stalls are varied. We no longer feel safe driving the vehicle in traffic. The vehicle could potentially stall and cause a serious accident. Dealer service acknowledged that multiple pacificas have been brought in for this issue but there was nothing they could do since chrysler had not acknowledged the problem and had no fix. This is unacceptable for any vehicle regardless of price.
2005 chrysler pacifica stalled for the 4th time since lease purchase (august 2006).i drove ~25 miles to work and the car stalled while making a left turn into my work parking lot.the only warning light that came on was the oil light. After a minute of sitting, the car was able to be restarted.the dealership stated no fault registered on the car's computer, and tried to recreate the stall but were unable to.no repair was made.on 20 aug 2006 the same incident occurred: car stalled while making a left turn into work parking lot.same dealership had looked at car and made the following repairs: replaced idle air control and reprogrammed pcm.on two previous occasions (don't have the paperwork, but will request receipt copy) the car had stalled after driving home from work and picking up child from daycare, when making an attempt to exit subdivision (a left turn, which should have been followed by a right turn, but the car stalled before the right turn).i took the car to a different dealership at the time, but they found no fault on the computer and only attempted to recreate the stall.unable to do so, no repair was made.
2005 chrysler pacifica with 82,144 miles;broken motor mounts with failure of both front axles and tie rod ends.
I purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica in june of 08. In september i brought the car to a local shop because i noticed the car was not performing well sluggish, clunking noises ect... Diagnosis - replace motor and tranny mounts 9/23/2009. In june of 2010 car is in the shop because i hear a clunking everytime i accelerate from a dead stop. Diagnosis-replace motor mounts. It is the end of august and i'm hearing the clunking noise, so i went to the dealer and they are telling me all the motor and tranny mounts are broken. I have read hundreds of postings that pacifica owners are having with engine mounts. Please can someone do something about this too common problem with pacificas. Chrysler knows there is problem because they cannot keep enough of them in stock.
During a routine oil change my mechanic notice a dangerous rust through situation in my engine sub frame. Without repair he told me the engine could fall out of the vehicle. Contacting the manufacturer gave no results.
Vehicle has stalled 3 times while turning at low speeds. The three events resulted in three close calls of nearly hitting other vehicles and pedestrians at the time. Vehicle was returned to dealer on 7/7/05 at 2530 miles for problem. Problem could not be found. Vehicle has stalled two more times since; at 3100 miles and again at 5800 miles. We are currently waiting to see if a technical service bulletin tsb gets issued by dcx regarding this problem so the vehicle can be repaired.
2005 chrysler pacifica engine will randomly stall while turning.*njthe dealership had no idea what the problem was and they were unable to duplicate it.
Vehicle stalls during turns.usually this occurs when turning rapidly.has occurred since the vehicle was new and still occurs 1 year later.otherwise vehicle runs and smooth.when a stall does occur, is happens without notice and very quietly.
While getting oil changed, mechanic noticed perforation rust and cracking due to corrosion on the engine cradle.while chrysler had a recall on selected 2005 pacifica for this issue, i contacted their customer service line and was told my vehicle was not covered by the recall.with mine being the same year and showing the exact same problem as was covered in the recall, i think this repair should be included in the general recall.
Subframe under engine is rotted out.
Engine cradle has rusted through and made the car unsafe to operate for my teenage son.a very expensive replacement is required.structural integrity should have a much longer lifetime.chrysler was contacted and declined the opportunity to make things right.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica doesn't go when i release the brake to drive it.it hesitates and then moves.i took it to the dealership and they notified me that 2 of my motor mounts were cracked and that's what was causing it.i tried to get the parts and apparently 250 of them are on backorder.we have called every dealership in san antonio and surrounding cities and no dealer has them,many have told us that they are on back order and they don't have a date of when they are to be shipped, (could be months),none of this of course was covered under the extended warranty that we have.my problem is that this vehicle isn't that old and has 68000 miles on it, i am shocked that the motor mounts are already cracked and need to be replaced.if 250 of them are on back order, doesn't that say something about this vehicle and the mounts.it is expensive to replace, labor costing $500, and we can't even get the parts because no one has them.i feel this is a safety issue because the car at times hesitates to go once i release the brake and apply the gas.i am concerned that other owners are feeling the same way i do, cheated.please respond.
Own a 2005chrysler pacifica limited fully loaded whichwas purchased new. The car was built in august 2004. I took it in for inspection in december 2013 and it was discovered the engine cradle supporting the engine was badly corroded and would need replaced to pass inspection and is a safety issue. Chrysler has acknowledged this defect in cars made in a 6 wk period and awarded an extended warranty to these vehicles but not mine.. This is a design flaw in the cheap material used in production and i should given the extended warranty. My wife and grandchildren were at riskwhile driving it and didn't know it i am a decoratedveteran and will be contacting the president, mrs obama and initiating a class action lawsuit and the local newschannel.. I have no choice but to fix it but seek reimbursement for the extended warranty.chrysler needs to own up and do the right thing before some lives are lost. Core values: integrity first, service before self & excellence in all we do!you don't want to end up like gm do you?
There is a significant popping and clicking sound when accelerating and stopping. Also happens when moving the gear shift. Car surges forward when popping sound happens. Took to dealer and they said i had to live with it as it is a problem with the car they can not fix. Soneed to now what to do. Also engine stalls. This has happened twice. The first time i was at a crawl in traffic, but at an incline onto a bridge. I had my foot on the brake and then put it on the gas petal to accelerate and the car died. Lights and dash board are lit but car is shut off. Car restarted with no problem. Second time, i was parking in a spot that was again at an incline. I put the car in reverse, took my foot off the brake and stepped on the gas petal to begin driving in reverse, car died. Both times i had approximately 3/4 of a tank of gas. Also the shop don't want to give you a rental or loner car while the repairs are done.
Engine cradle/frame assembly is severley rusted. This was detected by conrad's located in green, ohio 10/23/14 when servicing the vehicle. It is verified by duanne's automotive center, north canton, ohio 10/25/14. Chrysler never sent me a recall notification for the rust condition. It was a recall item. It is very dangerous. It is costing me in excess of $1200.00 (parts and labor to install used cradle assembly - new is not available for purchase) to replace.
Rusted engine cradle. Known issue by many pacifica owners. Alot of owners complaining via internet. Am sure you have received hundreds of complaints for this rusted frame issue where the engine can fall out while driving and killing passengers. Chrysler is aware of the issues and never notified owners of this vehicle and the aforementioned problems.
Consumer 2005 pacifica touring engine power failed. ***no answer required***
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica, was having problems with my car the dealer told me it was the motor mounts and had it repair that cost me $500. Then after less than a year i had the same problems again, then to only find out that the motor mount that was place on my car was faulty from the factory and that the product is on back order. I am sitting here now with a car with bad motor mount and waiting for the product that i might never get. Was told it was on a nationwide back order of 2500 plus vehicles.this many people are having the same problem i am having and no recall. I find that careless. Just because the chrysler dealership is having financial problems doesn't make it right to put the customer safety at risk. I cant take my car on long trips due to being scared it will break down on me while my baby is in the car.
Car occasionally stalls on left-handed turns, almost entirely at low speeds -- all power lost.this is potentially very dangerous!!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving at an unknown speed, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel.she could not turn off the light because she lost control of the instrument panel functions.while accelerating, the vehicle began to jump.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the motor mounts were failing.the dealer ordered the parts for the repair, but they are on backorder.the contact has not yet received a price quote.she is in the process of notifying the manufacturer.the failure mileage was 44,000.
Returned from mechanic on a maintenance issue, i was told that i need to replace my "k frame" , the front engine cradle was rusted, needs to be replaced as quickly as possible- unsafe to drive.i read multiple complaints on this website for same issue.i hold a copy of an extended warranty which only covers vehicles made in a 6 week time period for the same issue, my pacifica was made 8/16/04 has become ineligible.i was lucky my garage told me others may not be so lucky, an inferior product that was used more than just in a 6 week time frame.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall at various speeds above 30 mph and all of the lighting would flicker. The failure recurred on an intermittent basis. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000. The vin was unavailable.
Sharp turn to the left the motor shuts off.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has stalled several times while i was driving. Most recently it has happened twice in the past two days. One of the occasions was while i was merging onto the interstate. The first couple times this occurred over the past year i just dismissed the problem. Now that it seems to become more frequent, i am fearful that it could happen and someone will be hurt.
We bought our 05 pacifica a couple months ago used we were aware of the engine cradle being losewe then found out it was corrode out on the right side of the motor and steering rack problem and was wondering if there is a recall on either of these items we see that alot of 05 have the same problem were can i take my car to get it fixed.
We took our 2005 chrysler pacifica into local dealership to find source of oil leak. Upon examination we are told that a motor mount is leaking and that the supporting frame is completely rusted thru and said they wont repair the motor mount without replacing the sub frame. They tell us that chrysler knows they have a issue but only will repair a very small number of the vehicles that are affected. People wonder why people don't buy american products when they wont stand behind their shoddy products. It is the last chrysler that i will purchase. If the government organizations don't do anything about it what's the sense in having them.
The rear motor on my 2005 chrysler pacifica has failed by busting under torque load.this is a defective condition for this part as it is fluid filled and continually allows damaging conditions to develop to the engine if not repaired.chrysler is aware of the problem as many owner have this problem and have contacted chrysler about it.they continued to do nothing.the part is on national backorder as of now with 1900+ outstanding.i cannot correct the problem obviously until the dealers take shipment of the part.google this problem and you will see it is a real problem for chrysler owners.owners are even considering a class action lawsuit.chrysler should issue a recall for this part at a minimum.
The contacts owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the abs indicator would illuminate on the instrument panel intermittently and the vehicle would hesitate to stop when the brakes were applied.the vehicle was taken to a local mechanicdiagnosed that the anti lock brake module caused the failure to occur. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.the consumerstated the abs light illuminated and the brakes went down to the floor when applied. The consumer stated the brake must be pumped prior to stopping.the brakes would sometimes catch when applied and lock up. The brake pads and sensors were replaced. The vehicle would stall upon acceleration and there was a slight kick coming from the from the front of the vehicle.the front bumper was loose. Also, there was an electrical issue underneath the ashtray; the plastic showed signs of melting and the leather on the dashboard showed signs of being parched or smoked.the shift gear would sometimes be too hot to touch. Updated 09/07/11
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact noticedthat the rear passenger side window would not move down andwould also slide down on its own. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the window switch was replaced, however after having the repair the contact noticed that the window would still not move down properly. The failure mileage was at 84083 and the current mileage is 90000.
I just received a call from my chrysler dealer telling me my engine cradle has rotted out and there was a recall on this but my vehicle is not included in the build dates covered by the recall. In exploring for more information on the web i have found this is a known safety problem with these vehicles and people are basically driving around in time bombs. Can you help me here and get chrysler to own up to this problem? the cost to me out-of-pocket will be $4500.
I was just informed by my mechanic today that the engine cradle in my 2005 chrysler pacifica is corroding. The cradle has to be replaced. I did a little bit of research on this issue and found that chrysler issued an extended warranty for some 2005 pacificas, but not others. Apparently, the process used to coat the piece was insufficient, which has lead to corrosion problems in an unknown number of vehicles. My vehicle was not included in the extended warranty, but i feel it should be, because we are clearly having the same problem as others who have been covered. In addition, this is a serious safety issue that should be addressed. We were told that the engine could fall out of the vehicle, which obviously could cause a serious, if not fatal, accident. I don't know what filing this type of complaint can accomplish, but i would hope that chrysler can be made to take responsibility for this safety issue. I would also like a response from the nthsb so i know my voice was heard. Thank you.
The vehicle over heated on me causing the car to turn off when opened the hood the hose connecting to the radiator was completely off , the vehicle shuts off on mewhen driving.
2005 chrysler pacifica stalled 6 times while turning left. I took the car to the dearship 5 times. Dealership says can not find anything wrong, but can find that the computer did reboot. Meaning that the car did stall, he said.i have three small children under the age of 6. I have a great fear for the safty of my family. This car is not safe to drive. Something must be done. I feel stuck. Please can someone help.
My wife was driving on a busy road in salt lake today on a downhill straightaway and our 2005 chrysler pacifica completely stalled. All electronics turned off. All power steering and brakes turned off. She had to push the brakes very hard to get the vehicle to a safe stop and coast to the side of the road. After a brief rest, she was finally able to restart the car and continue her journey, but i no longer feel safe with my wife and children in this car.i called chrysler and they said there are no warnings or recalls for my vehicle.
Engine seized with no warning. All maintenance was maintained but somehow the engine was starved for oil. Engine only has 52,000 mi. Chrysler won't offer any assistance and were horrible to deal with. New engine will cost $8,000 used $5,000. I've only had the car for 2 yrs.
While getting a safety inspection of my vehicle it was discovered that there is considerable rust on both sides of the engine cradle. After doing some research i found that this is not an isolated issue and then contacted chrysler customer assistance center and was told that my car was built outside of an extended warranty that was given to other 2004 & 2005 pacificas for the exact same issue. After much checking i was told there was nothing they could do.
I took my car to a shop for repairs, and the mechanic was alarmed to find that the frame is so rusted under the engine that he deemed it unsafe to drive.my car has 185,000 miles on it, and is in otherwise good condition.it is not safe to drive as the engine could fall to the ground, potentially causing an accident. I was advised to get rid of the vehicle, but obviously i cannot sell it.i was never notified of this potential problem, although i have become aware that chrysler knew the problem existed.
I took my 2005 pacifica for a oil change in nov.2013 mechanic called me over to show me the engine cradle was dangerously rotted and i would probably need to replace it before the engine fell out! it was the only thing that was rusty under the car. I believe the metal it was made of was defective, or low quality.
Car cuts back and cut off while driving and when you slow down and in partnot safe to drive took it to the chrysler dealership 3times shows no codes not light are on at all reported it to bbb and the person that sold it to me and told them about it at chryslerdealership about it took it to advance auto parts no codes this car is not safe at this point drive at 35 or 45 less cut off or cut back some time when turning on to another road drive it at 60 cut back at 55 cut back park in drive way for it to heat up cuts off no one seen to know what is going on go on the ramp on 95 in richmond va cut off hard to turn wheel when it shut off tonight i went to the store cut off 2 time at the storeandi have also reported it to the recall center and also to chrysler center i got this car in oct of 2012 have to problem this i have 3 kids that rides in this car and myself and my mom please help me this is very stressful i do not want us to get hurt in this car i also asks and f to give me another car i left this car at the chrysler dealership over night it cost me 134 dollar to rent a car this is costing me .
We bought our 2005 chrysler pacifica from a private seller ... Two days later we brougth it into the shop to get a mysterious clunk checked out and found the engine cradle was almost rotted away. After owning the vehicle for not even 48 hours it is now unsafe to drive, i called into chrysler customer service because i saw a recall that at one point covered this model and i was told, " i aplogize but there is nothing we can do". My question is ... If at one point this vehicle was not safe to opperate because of the engine cradle rust problem, what changed to exclude this model? i have plenty of pictures that show i should not be driving this vehicle with my children in it.
11/18/06 - car stalled in parking lot in ocean city, md.was able to restart it 8 hrs. Later. 11/19/06 - car stalled on chesapeake bay bridge (us 50) near end heading westward. Was able to coast onto shoulder. Car towed to dealer tate chrysler jeep, inc., glen burnie, md.11/22/06 - received in mail daimler chrysler's safety recall f44 --fuel pump and or reprogram pcm stating that a problem could cause engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.i took the recall notice to the dealer.service manager said that was not the cause of the problem.he said half of the engine would have to be replaced. Final cost --$4976 parts and labor.work was completed on 01/05/07. On 01/11/07, after about 300 miles of driving, engine stalled on baltimore-washington parkway (md295).i was again able to coast off onto the shoulder.car was towed back to tate chrysler, where it is now located.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica started running terrible at low speeds. It does not run smoothly, instead it kind of chugs along almost like it is missing or like i got a bad tank of gas. I have been through several tanks of gas adding fuel cleaner to it and it doesn't help. I have taken it in to the local chrysler dealership twice and they can not recreate the problem. It runs fine on the highway but at 35 mph in town i feel it chug along. Very frustrating that chrysler can not figure out what is happening with it. They hooked it up to the machine and got nothing back. They replaced spark plugs and did a fuel injection flush and also service the transmission and the problem is still happening.
Dt:the vehicle would stall sometimes when the consumer drove around a curve.the problem occurred more often when the consumer made a left turn.this has happened at least 12 times.the problem first started around 4-1-05.when the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership,they were unable to duplicate the problem.there have been no accidents. The vehicle can be restarted immediately after it stalls.the vehicle was taken to the dealer but they were unable to duplicate the problem.they found no fault codes stored in the power train control module.
Broken motor mounts on my 05 chrysler pacifica,in reading the chrysler forum, this is a major common problem and a dangerous condition and the replacement parts have been on back order for "months" this has been recurring on all pacifica'ssince 04.and the cost for parts and labor is over $500.00. This problem should be a major recall.my understanding that the mounts only last about 15000 miles.
Dt:the contact stated vehiclestall with no warning while making a left turn.the vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they could not duplicate the problem.the vehicle was taken back to the dealership, and they installed the autopilot.when they checked the autopilot, they state it was not working.upon further inspection, the dealership found there was a problem with the fuel pump.the part was ordered, but according to the manufacturer, the part was being redesigned ,and will not be available until the end of the year.the engine light came on, and the dealership suggested he ignore it.after fillingthe gas tank the gas gauge showed empty.the dealership stated this was part of the fuel pump problem.the gas gauge still is inoperable ,and he has to constantly put fuel in the vehicle.updated 12/7/2005.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica with 49,500 miles, manufactured in june 2005.on three (3) occasions while in a low speed left hand turn the car has stalled without warning.the first occasion was 2 months ago, the subsequent stalls occurred over the past two (2) weeks.upon coming to a stop and placing the car in park the engine restarts without any problem.
After getting a routine oil change the dealership told me that my engine cradle (subframe) had a hole in it about the size of a grapefruit.it was rusted through.the engine could fall out.contacted chrysler and they will not fix the problem.the car drives terribly. This is extremely dangerous and should be recalled.
Really was happy with my pacifica but now i am afraid to drive it!managed to get through the whole left turn and the car stalls.but now driving down a straight road the whole passenger side window collapsed into the door for not apparent reason.it was on the side my daughter was buckled into her car seat and needless to say scared her to death as rain was soaking her!
I had gotten a catalytic converter approximately 2 years ago and now the chrysler dealer say i need another one i thought they last longer than that, instead they say its wear and tear i do not think so i think there is a defect in theemission.
While getting routine service the mechanic noticed both sides of the engine cradle were rotted.the car should not be driven till repairs are made. Seems that there are alot of these cars with thesame problem as mine. A total recall is needed before someone dies...
I took our 2005 pacifica into the local dealership for a oil leak. Finding the motor mount leaking we also discovered the subframe completely rusted through. Upon further examination we find out this is a common issue on these cars and chrysler refuses to take care of this issue.
Purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica 2.5 years ago. Hard shifting started last sep 2009 56k miles and lunges forward. We will be driving slower speeds, hard shift and sometimes the whole car moves, this would happen daily but, not each time the car was driven. Was told by the dealership this is common.this is not common. Took car back jan 2010 explaining same issue, they test drove car and said nothing happened. Had to go to dealership test drove with transmission tech who drove the car and finally felt what i was talking about.found out front motor mount torn, they replaced the motor mount 60k miles.again, the hard shifting started happening after a couple of months.took vehicle back to dealership.each time i have to explain to them this same issue. Each time they tell me that the techtest drives the car and doesn't feel it.june 2010 my husband test drove with the tech and it happened 7 times and the tech states that "no that shouldn't be happening".the tech did a some type of software update.within the week of this it started again, again took it back and again test driving it doesn't find anything wrong.all they do is perform system tests. They hand wrote on receipt "have customer drive and report if problem persists"...well i am reporting again and again they have my car and a tech test drove and states nothing wrong.
Front engine cradlethere was a letter sent by chrysler back in november of 2010 that "we are extending the warranty period on your front engine cradle because some vehicles operated in areas of high road salt usage, may experience engine cradle corrosion resulting in a driveability vibration and or shake.this engine cradle extended warranty coverage applies to chrysler pacifica model years 2004-2005."i have called chrysler twice and was told that my car is not in the serial number range and i just paid over $2450 to have my car repaired.
Brought my vehicle in to my trusted local repair shop for a review and tune up and request to review rotors due to vehicle shake. When on the lift, it was discovered that the entire engine cradle was rusted to a point where it was barely attached to the vehicle. Initial technical service bulletins published (12-001-10 in oct 2010) state that this condition could affect all 2004 - 05 pacificas. It was later superceded by the current bulletin 13-001-12 dated march 16, 2012 which limits affected population to an ~6 week range of vins, which my car does not fall under and i have been told that i am out of warranty. Comparing photos to other complaints as well as the story on nbcchicago.com (see reference story below), my vehicle condition and the material defect is undeniably the same as what chrysler is currently considering as the "affected population" and is at a point where my vehicle has been considered unsafe to drive. This condition is extremely unsafe and i have been met with 4 months worth of arguments and side stepping from chrysler customer care at this time regarding acknowledgement of the material defect, the safety implications to myself, my family and other drivers of this model, and especially the $2,600 quote to replace the cradle and hardware at a chrysler dealership, which effectively scraps my vehicle. I am aghast that all of the complaints filed for this condition on this site and elsewhere have not resulted in a more through review of this clear trend from the nhtsa. References:http://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated when driving at various speeds, the vehicle would sporadically begin to lose power. The instrument panel would also intermittently fail. The vehicle was serviced at a local repair facility where the battery was replaced. The mechanic advised that the positive wire was becoming abnormally hot and could potentially cause a fire to occur. In addition, the rear driver side window would intermittently fail to open when engaged. The contact was able to secure an appointment to have the vehicle diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 55,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While traveling 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the ecu needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were 42,000.updated 05/17/12 updated 05/22/12
I have previously reported a problem with the 2005 chrysler pacifica stalling when turning. The problem has progressively worsened.this month alone, (december 2011) the car has stalled 5 times. I am afraid to drive the car for fear that i will crash when it stalls.there are so many chrysler pacifica owners that are reporting the same problem.along with the stalling issue, the gas pedal sticks and needs to be pushed rather hard.a third problem i have encountered this year is the headlamps "burning out".i have replaced the front left headlamp three this year. I am familiar with the handling instructions for headlamps.i am greatly distressed by these problems, especially the stalling.i have children that i drive around in this car.please do something about chrysler's failure to fix this problem.
Front engine cradle on my 2005 chrysler pacifica has rusted to the point that the engine/transmission could fall out while driving.chrysler says that have no plans to issue a recall for such a condition.i called chrysler at 1-800-chrysler and they said it was not covered.the vehicle is in perfect condition and has 109,000 miles on it.
I bought this vehicle in 2011. When i brought to my mechanic for an oil change he told me my subframe (engine cradle) was severely rusted and corroded and that i probably wouldn't make it through the winter...the part cost around $1200. Alone without labor. I tried to save up the money but we just couldn't do it and within the past couple months my mechanic has informed me that my car is not safe to drive until it is fixed. He also advise to check for a recall and to call chrysler andsee what they say to do. They say there was a service bulletin for that matter of the defective part but only for the month of feb 04-march 04 and mine was made in june 04 and that my car even though it has the same issue is exempt from the replacement part. So i am paying for a car that is not safe to drive because of a defective part that chrysler refuses to help me with. It is not from normal wear and tear this car only had 62k miles on it when i had purchased it and my first oil change came at 65k miles when the problem was first noticed. After researching the internet i found multiple complaints of the exact same thing. I contacted the attorney general and they tried their best to help but because my car was 7 years old it was out of the warranty technically even though i still have only about 80k miles on it. I was told to make a complaint on here in hopes of possibly joining others to where there may end up having a recall on this part seeing my car is not safe to drive at all.
My vehicle was recently found to have a rusted out engine cradle during a routine inspection.i have contacted chrysler, and they will not take any responsibility for the repair.my mechanic has tried to find one in a junk yard to replace it, but every pacifica in the junk yard has a rusted out engine cradle.they know this is a problem and refuse to take responsibility.my state has mandatory inspections.i shudder to think of what will happen when someone is driving down the road unaware and their engine falls out.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica has broken motor mounts and it seems that it is very common in this vehicle, i wonder why nothing has been done to remedy this wide spread problem that chrysler should be held accountable for.
My engine cradle is rusted/rotted out and completely unsafe to drive. I was told it can't pass inspection and will be approximately $2,000 to fix. My mechanic told me not to drive the car anymore, since the engine could fall out.after researching online, this is a very common problem with the 2005 pacificas. Will there be arecall? would appreciate it if someone would get back to me asap, since i need my car to get to work. Thank you.
Over the past 5 months, my 2005 pacifica has stalled. On 4 or 5 occasions.the last event occurred on the 26th on i81 going 70mph.they have cleaned the gas pedal, replaced the battery, replaced the onboard computer, but cannot duplicate the problem.i don't want to drive it again.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and on 4 different dates it has stalled while driving.it occurs when i have went through a round-about twice and once while slowing down to stop at a stop sign, the 4th time is while sitting in traffic at a light.
Clicking noise coming from the engine on deceleration and acceleration. And the throttle sticks occasionally. We had it looked at by mechanic, and the motor mount is cracked and rotting, we attempted to order a motor mount, the chrysler dealer said they have 173 requests for motor mount in lake havasu city, az and none are available anywhere. There is a 6 month wait before they can get any.
We have a 2005 chrysler pacifica. That keeps cutting off.the first time it happen i thought well maybe it was something i did. The second time was when i was turning onto a 2 lane roadcome home late.the car just turned completely off. No warning at all. Thankfullythe car swerved and missed me and my kids. I then tookit toallen samuel's alliance. I told them what was happening and also told them my left light keeps having a short in it. And at times cuts off.the dealer called me back and advised that the light had a defect to it and that for the engine failure it was due to my throttle needing to be cleaned.that was not covered under warranty and had to pay $300 to get that cleaned. I then was called back several hours later and was told that the throttle had been clean but it they test drove it and it seemed like something else was going on. They asked if i wouldlet them keep it until the morning so that they can have there tech look at it again in the morning. I said okay although at this point it was going on the 4th day with out having a replacement vehicle.i was called the next day and was told it wasthe rear motor mount that need to be replaced. And that was covered however i need to pay my deductible. We went ahead and had them fix the problem . This was at the end of july. It is now september and my 2005 chrysler pacifica is in the shop again .because as i was driving it staled on me again... Took it back to the shop and on my way there it staled again. All of sudden my 2005 chrysler pacifica stared making this loud noise when i would accelerated and or turn left........ When we got to the dealer they advise again that now another motor mount has broke... My car has been there a week. And i have not received a loaner car because the warranty company is saying that they will not replace itmy 2005 chrysler only has 39,926 ....and the dealership is saying that they will help us out with payment plans the repair is 1,100.
The engine cradle or subframe is entirely rusted through, i have been told by a mechanic that they engine could likely fall through the bottom of the car. The hole in the subframe is large enough to put your hand through on one side and cracking on the other.
Rusted out engine cradle. I took my vehicle in for a oil change. The tech told me and showed me the rusted out engine cradle. He also informed me not to drive this vehicle any where but home.since the dealership was a few miles away i drove it there for an inspection. After a day without a vehicle, the dealership called to tell me it would cost around $2700.00 or more to replace the rusted out engine cradle. No why am i going to pay that kind of money on a vehicle that only has 60,000 miles on it.i called chrysler customer service, gave them all the information. They would not cover any of this due to i am the 3rd owner( whatever that has to do with it!) and its out of warranty! the second owner was my step dad who bought this vehicle at the dealerships used car lot where i took it to get it inspected. Even this dealership would not work with me.i feel that chrysler should pay for this repair on a vehicle with only 60,000miles on it.
I'm was driving my 2005 chrysler pacifica when i noticed that my car had been shaking , i brought it to a independent automotive shop , the problem the mechanic stated was that the sub-frame/engine cradle was rotted with rust , and wasn't safe to drive , bc the engine could literally fall out , i did some quick research on the issue , and to my findings this seems to be a problem for many people , with 04-05 pacificas , i found a letter that other people posted from chrysler online that stated ,that 04-05 pacificas warranty would be extended to 10 year or 150,000 miles which ever came first , i contacted chrysler in reference to this letter , they recognized the letter , but claimed my vehicle wouldn't qualify, because it does not meet the datesfrom 2/23/04-3/31/04 of manufactured, there are thousand of complaints that are on line from people in the same situation asme , this is completely a safety issue , the risk people are taken ,some don't even know that your engine could literally fall out , at high speeds this could result in death or serious injury .
In june of 2010 my wives 2005 chryslerpacificawith about 63000 miles began to make funny noises from the front end it was taken to her uncle who is a mechanic. Upon inspection he noticedthat the engine cradle had several large holes rusted through the cradle, one was so large that it was 6" x 3" he stated that this is not normal for apart to rust like this and should take it to the dealer where we bought it so the following day we took to roberts chrysler and told that this is not a safety issue and they would replace the craddle for $3500 and when i asked about other pacificas with the same issue is was told that this part is only covered in high salt areas of the us . I live in connecticut. So i contacted chrysler andgave them the vin number and was told that my car was not covered by any warranty. I had then searched online again found many many pacificas with the same issue and severalpacificas that had there registrations pulled because the state inspections would not allow these pacificas on the roads because the engines will fall out if this is not a safety issue then what is ? since then the car has had to have the entire front end replaced including ball joint both sides upper and lower all tie rods. In may 2013 my wife called me and told me that she had broken down on the highwaydoing about 65mph and was stuck in the travel lane and lost the steering and she could not turn the wheel the ct state police arrived andthe could see the that she had to really fight to turn the wheel i anydirection. We called aaa and was able to get the car off to the shoulder
Engine cradle rusting out on passenger side. No help from dealer or chrysler customer care. They have known about this problem for some time. So many of these vehicles are still on the road and people do not realize they are driving a death trap. Cant imagine what would happen at 70 mph and the engine falls out.
This has happened three times now (today being most recent).chrysler pacifica's engine completely shuts off when taking a left or cutting across traffic to left going at a slow speed.this is extremely dangerous and we have a toddler who we are concerned when we drive in the car.dealer has run reports and checked car out twice and found nothing.no codes pull up despite the fact the engine light comes on and the system dash says "perform service."
Chrysler pacifica stallsall the time.
Dtconsumer stated while driving, the vehicle will completely quit running.the local service dealership stated they had tried everything to fix the problem, but they can't find anything wrong with the vehicle.if the vehicle is placed into park it will restart.
I purchased the vehicle used in feb 2006 and it had approximately 17500 miles on it.shortly after purchasing the vehicle, i went on a trip with the family to florida and this is when it first incident occurred.the first time that it happened i didn't really think too much about it.i was pulling into a parking space and the car had cut off.the car rolled to a stop and then i noticed that the car had cut off and i restarted and didn't think too much about it.since then the car has cut off three times with my wife driving the car.this has occurred over the last three months and the last incident was on may 23, 2006 and i was sitting in the passenger seat when it happened with her. The last occurrence was scary because it was when we were making a right hand turn and another vehicle was coming.luckily the vehicle had room to go around but under other circumstances this could have been serious.i called the dealership to make an appointment to have the car looked at because the last thing that i want is for my pregnant wife and kids to be involved in an accident because the car stalled while turning.after reading complaints from this website, i read that in a lot of instances in the other cases that the dealerships could not find anything wrong with the vehicle so i called chrysler customer service to inquire about this on may 24, 2006.i spoke with customer service representative polly and she said her customer service number was hqd.she researched the problem and said that chrysler did not have any record of complaints regarding this problem and referred me to the dealership.she also stated that she could not provide me with any phone numbers to senior management of customer service because that was proprietary.
Engine cradle rusted through. Still holding engine however, hearing a popping noise when placed in gear. Mechanic stated vehicle not safe to drive. Have owned since 2005 and now not able to drive it.
Engine cradle completely rusted out. Discovered during inspection. Mechanic says the vehicle is unsafe to drive in the current condition and the engine could possibly fall out!
I took my car into get the power steering fixed and the mechanic told me that the engine cradle was rotting out and i would have a couple months, at best, before it could become very dangerous and even deadly.
Loss of oil and cannot repair. Motor was rebuilt and continues to lose oil. Vehicle has been in shop since may 20,2007. My vehicle is still there and no one knows how to fix it.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica with 38,000 miles on it.i have been hearing a noise as i accelerate the vehicle.also the abs light has been coming on.i hear a loud grinding noise.i took it to the dealership.and they are telling me the motor mounts are bad.the mileage on this car is too low to be having motor mount issues.this is predetemination of the motor mounts.they tell me my warranty does not cover this.they said it is a wear and tear item.this is not right chrysler needs to recall this item.the dealer says the part is not available.it has been on back order since december 08.this is a big problem.i am having to drive this car with bad motor mounts.chrysler needs to take care of this issue.
2005 pacifica touring was leased in july 2005. Since then, the upgraded infinity sound system has required repair twice and regularly makes a loud popping sound. The abs warning light came on signaling a failure in the anti-lock brake system march 2006. I scheduled an appointment for march 30, 2006 to repair the abs system and on my way to work, i needed to turn left, put my foot on the brake, and the car suddenly sped up instead of slowing down. A few weeks prior, we slowed down to make another left turn and the vehicle stalled and shut off completely. I had leased the pacifica for 36 months, and last week when the abs system failed and my car sped up while braking, i took it back to the dealership and demanded that they get me out of that vehicle. I was able to terminate my lease and purchase a jeep vehicle (the dealership sells jeep) because after i read dozens of consumer complaints, reviews from nhtsa and consumer affairs about the safety issues of this vehicle, i couldn't, in good faith, put myself or my child in that vehicle ever again. Not only would driving the pacifica put our lives at risk, but that of others. I could not live with myself if i knowingly operated a hazardous vehicle and hurt someone as a result. Push for a replacement. You'll get one!
Vehicle has stalled/lost all power twice when making a slow left turn - once in the neighborhood and the other in a busy intersection.6,574 and 8,639 miles.service has been unable to determine problem as they have not been able to recreate or confirm the problem.
Took our 2005 chrysler pacifica in for oil change and they informed us that the engine cradle is rotting out and that our engine could fall out and that would result in a bad accident.we called chrysler and they would do nothing!!! we found out that many other people who own this same car had the same problem on the internet because the chrysler manufacturer of this car did not coat the frame correctly when it was built. This was chryslers mistake when this car was made and it is no fault of the owners that purchased these cars to have this terrible costly and dangerous problem.this should be under a recall but it is "not" and now it will cost us $3000.00 to have it repaired to make our car safe.we are the original owners of this car and it has always been keep in a garage.there is only 4800 miles on this car and this should never have happened.we are retired on a fixed income and this put us at a hardship.we feel we have to have this repaired to protect us , our family and other people on the road.we feel this should certainly be addressed and that the chrysler manufacturer should recall and stand behind all 2005 pacifica cars.many people who own this car might never know this is happening and it is dangerous to have these cars on the road as this could cause a serious /fatal accident to many people! help!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine would violently vibrate upon shifting into drive. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the motor mounts were fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was awaiting assistance. The failure and the current mileages were 59,800.
2005 pacifica 3569 miles has stalled 5 times when turning left every time with the exception of once it stalls twice in the same day, causing a loss of power steering.
My vehicle's engine cradle and/or subframe is completely corroded and rusted. I have one very large crack in the engine cradle and another forming. The bolts and many other parts are rusted and rotted through. Chrysler is aware of this issue and has been for a long time but, since my car was made 6-8 weeks outside of their extended warranty period, they have refused to help me (while at the same time offering relief to others in my exact situation). During my initial discussion with their customer service, a supervisor told me not to call again and, despite not knowing the full extent of my particular problem, told me that chrysler would "absolutely" never do anything to help me. Chrysler has also refused to explain to me what was done differently to my engine cradle and subframe compared to vehicles made on march 31, 2004, the day the extended warranty ran through.my wife and i have owned this vehicle since 2006. It's the only car my 4- and 5-year-old daughters have ever known and to learn now, years later, how dangerous the vehicle is in saltbelt states makes me terrified about any other problems with chrysler vehicles that the company has chosen to keep secret. I am fortunate that we learned of the problem before the engine cradle failed altogether, which clearly could have led to serious injuries and/or death.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact statedthat while having the vehicle serviced, the mechanic advised him there was a crack found in the engine mount and was a common failure in his year, make and model. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 69,008.
Check engine light at approximately 40,000 miles. The check light has come on the vehicle indicatingcylinder three misfired. I have taken vehicleto the shop the first time and had the coil replaced. The same light came on with the same warning. This time the spark plugs were replaced, the injections cleaned out, the throttle body cleaned out. I just got it back yesterday and i feel confident that i will have the same thing over the next few days. When this happens, the vehicle idles rough and the car has no power. This vehicle has been maintained higher than the standards call for in the manual. Looks like chrysler is good for about 40,000 miles, then be prepared to spend some money. I plan to trade the vehicle for a toyota, though i had supported american made vehicles in the past, with a product like this, you can't afford to. The total cost thus far has been $600.00. It appears that chrsyler knows the problem exists because of the bulletins, yet they will not recall the car ,and do what is right for the consumers. People can't afford to pay for a vehicle and repair it at the same time with so few miles. The pacifica is a great riding car ,and i otherwise thoroughly enjoyed it.
Massive vapors started to emit from my 2005 chrysler pacifica engine.had to get the car towed to dealership in forest park, il.was advised that engine mounts broke and needs to be replaced.because of engine mount breakage, the engine can fall down.in my case, it cause various connections and fluid pipes to break and/or be disconnected.i now have waited for three months for replacement parts, but chrysler has none "due to backorder".i have browsed many blogs and there are hundreds of people in different blogs complaining about same issue.chrysler should have recalled the part, but has not done so.please help with causing chrysler to recall this faulty part and with getting chrysler to provide replacement parts!
Took car in for routine oil change. Chrysler dealer stated that the engine cradle is rusting out and needs to be replace very soon and is dangerous to drive. Chrysler had a recall for a select 2004 year cars for the same reason. Why has the recall not been extended to include a wider range of vins? i notice about 1/2 of the recent complaints are for the exact same problem.
About a month and a half ago, my chrysler pacifica 2005 started to have a couple of probably related problems, one of which can be dangerous.the car will stall when turning left.if a car is coming up behind me, i could get rear ended. The other problem is that my fuel gauge will show a half tank one minute and almost empty the next.when i have filled up, it would only take 15 gallons, meaning that there are still 8 gallons left.i have an appointment in one week with my local dealer and hope that they can fix this, as it is potentially dangerous.
1. 2005 chrysler pacifica rented by enterprise rental (odometer - 1,000 miles)2. Drove the rental off location - 1 mile away smoke came from under the hood.3. Thermostat went up and chime activated.4.was at our home office where our asc master certified mechanic looked under the hood.5.the pressure hose coming from the radiator to the recyler bottle was not in tact.not clamped.secured with a metal clamp and fused the system to regain fluid.went back to enterprise and noted that this could have caused engine failure bad the normal prudent person were to operate this vehicle.after furhter review they had another neew pacifica on thier lot.they- the manufacturer are using plastic clips on a hose that is under extreme heat and pressure.this should be watched as a tsb or if other occurance have already occurred.
? battery leaking? i have red fluid dripping from under my front right side of the car (looking at it), under where the battery / battery caseing is. It was noticed, as we pulled out of the garage and found the red spots under the front where the car was parked. We popped the hood, the same looking red fluid is all over the battery, and looks to be arouund the casing of the battery as well. Not 100% sure, but is has ruined our holiday, as the car now sits until we can get this back to the dealership, yet again (5th time ) in 5 weeks to be repaired. I took photos of this to keep as a visual document as well, as we have had our car in the shop every week, at least 1 - 3 days since we got the car on 5/23/05.
My 2005 pacifica stalls when making left turns.it has stalled on two other occasions while simply sitting at a stop light.bit it has stalled repeatedly when i turn left into my company parking garage.i have nearly been hit by the unexpected stop in the driveway area.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while traveling 25 mph, the engine light illuminated and the temperature gage indicated that the vehicle had overheated. The vehicle started to shake and the air conditioner fan stopped working. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fan motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 185,000.
Vehicle had been in to chrysler dealer several times during may for the check engine light (emition controll issues) on the day of this incident i had just picked it up from the dealership. It had been repaired due to it leaking oil. The oil leak was due to the technician accidentally tightening the valve cover down on a wire during its last time in for repairs. I had driven about ten miles from the dealership when i pulled into a gas station to get a drink. When i exited the gas station maybe three minutes later i saw my car had flames coming out from under the hood. I was able to put it out using the gas stations portable fire extinguisher but there had been damage done as several parts under the hood had melted. No one was injured thankfully but if i had not stopped for a drink i would have never been able to put the fire out.milage was 5646 the vehicle was not running while parked at the gas station. I was advised that the fire was due to a blower fan module short circiuting.
I was making a left hand turn in a parking garage, while braking and having the ac on, and my 2005 chrysler pacifica stalled.i was able to put it in neutral and restart it, but not sure what happened.
Dt*:the contact stated while turning left at various speeds on four separate occasions the vehicle stalled without warning.upon inspection the dealership was unable to duplicate the problem.the manufacturer was not alerted.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure had occurred twice before and he was able to turn restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnosed the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 85,000.
Car stalls at low speed turns to the left. On the brake, off the gas pedal. Does not sputter just shuts of in turn with no warning. In the shop 5 times unable to repair it. Happened over 20 times since car was new. Close calls of hitting objects.
Driving a 2005 chrysler pacifica, i have been dealing with the engine stalling while driving. We have owned the vehicle since jan 06 and today was the third time this has happened. I was making a left hand turn at a stop light during rush hour traffic. I made the turn when a break in traffic came up. While in the turn the engine stalls leaving the car unsafe in the middle of the intersection. Contacted the chrylser dealership they are unaware of any known problems with the pacifica engine stalls.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact was driving 60 mph as the vehicle exhibited an unusual violent vibration in the front end.the check engine light was illuminated and she pulled off the roadway and shut off the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where she was advised that the number one fuel injector was fractured and leaking fuel into the engine valve. The mechanic advised that the engine would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 77,000.
2005chrysler pacifica engine stalled on two occasions.***no answer required***. *mr
Dt:on 8-6-05, there was an electrical problem.there was a fuse in the incorrect spot.the dealership fixed the fuse problem.on 8-12-05 the steering wheel froze and the vehicle turned off.the consumer was in traffic when this occurred, but there was no accident.he was able to get it to start back anddrove it home.he had it towed to the dealer, and they could not find the problem.the consumer got the vehicle back from the dealership and he has not driven it since.he does not feel that the vehicle is safe to drive.
'05 pacifica touring 3.5l stalls when in a slow speed decelerating left hand turn.vehicle starts again immediately.
Vehicle stalled while making a left turn. Was unable to make left turn due to power steering shutting off as well as engine, ended up stalling in middle of intersection.
I own a chrysler pacifica 2005. I have had it for almost a year and it has stalled on me 4 times. The first time i was driving on the highway, when it shut off. The wheel locked, radio turned off everything. I had to quickly restart the car to avoid being hit by traffic behind me. The second time i was in a residential neighborhood and it shut while waiting at a red light. I didn't know it shut off until i hit the gas. The third and forth time it has shut off as well while driving in residential neighborhoods this happening this week. All of these times i have had children in the car. I have complained to chrysler and i was told that because there is no recall there is nothing that could be done to the vehicle.i was advised to take it in to the dealership so that they could look it over. The dealership said that because they can not recreate the problem, they could not fix anything. I explained to them that i it wasn't something i couldre-produce. It is something that happens from time to time with no warning. Again they told me as well there was nothing that could be done.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact was driving 10 mph when he smelled a burning odor from the engine.the contact pulled over to look under the hood and discovered that a fire had ignited in the engine and also underneath the vehicle.the fire department was called to extinguish the fire.a fire report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed from the scene. The cause of the fire was unknown. The vehicle was not inspected for the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 133,000.
High level of failure of motor mounts in chrysler pacifica.unable to get replacement parts due to 1000's being on back order.started trying to locate and purchase motor mounts in 11/08.paid for the replacement motor mounts at a chrysler dealership in 1/09 and as of 6/09/09 motor mounts are still unavailable.i don't know what the safety ramifications are, other than if the mounts were to fail completely while driving down the highway 65 miles per hours in traffic... While i first became aware of the motor mount issue around 11/08, the motor mounts apparently were damaged before then.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer for routine maintenance, she was informed that the motor mount needed to be replaced. If not replaced, the motor mount could possibly separate from the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. The contact began to feel a vibration coming from an unknown location after the vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they were unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000.
Dt*:the contact stated while slowing to a stop, the engine seized and stalled without warning.the engine only stalled when the fuel tank was half full.afterwards, the engine was easily restarted.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem.
Engines stalls on rare occasions. Generally this happens when driving within a parking lot. It has happened when stopping for a traffic light.
Car stalled on 3 different occasions. All three times occurred while making a slow left hand turn. When this occurred, the power steering, and brakes failed. Was able to restart the vehicle after putting it in neutral.
Brand new 2005 pacifica with 140 miles and again at 612 miles.engine stalled at low speeds turning into either parking space or parking lot.put in park and re-started.could not immediately duplicate.after first incident service manager at dealership stated that the car was "learning" my driving style.said if it happened again to call back and schedule service call.will be on the phone with service manager tomorrow.
Engine mounts are bad - one is missing.this is a problem with many pacifica owners.abs light came on - this is how it was diagnosed.we have only done urban/highway driving with this vehicle.
Frequent low speed stalling of engine.
Multiple times my 2005 chrysler pacifica hasstalled for no reason. I can be driving and the car just stalls.i have to put car back into park and turn key off, then i can restart the engine.i have taken it to the dealer twice, and still there seems to be "nothing" wrong with the car.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph on normal road conditions, the front passenger side door opened.the door was locked but the door light that signaled the door was open was illuminated.this was the first incident with the vehicle, which also have had an engine that stalled.the engine failure light alerted the contact for the engine problem.the abs light also alerted the contact for the brakes failure; the sensors were replaced.the dealership had honored the extended warranty but the contact was very upset because of the six times the vehicle had to be taken to the dealership.
Engine failed while on the interstate. Engine was properly maintained. Oil changes every 3-5000 miles and had a bearing break and engine totaled before 80,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated when braking or when coming to a complete stop, the vehicle would stall without warning. In addition, the fuel level gauge would read inaccurate fuel levels. The dealer advised that the vehicle was not under recall and would not provide any further assistance. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage 102900.
1) driving the first time, and sitting in park the second time2) chrysler 2005 pacifica stalled out for no reason, but was able to restart the car. Luckily the first time i was driving in a parking lot and not on the road3) local dealership has no idea what the problem is and cannot replicate the problem.
Entering a busy parking lot, after making a sharp left hand turn, the suv stalled and died.this was not the first time, it has also happened to my wife twice before.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, she heard a ticking sound. The ticking sound seemed to become louder when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where she was informed that the engine was defective. The current and failure mileages were approximately 46,000.
Car stall out while turning.
I went to a local service/repair facility and was told that the front motor mount on my 2005 chrysler pacifica needs to be replaced.upon some research on-line, i noticed that this is a common problem with this vehicle.
I began having a problem about 2 months ago with my abs light coming on. It would come on and turn off randomly. Recently the light came on permanently and my brakes began grinding. We took it to the dealer and were told that the abs sensor is bad. Not only that, but the motor mounts cracked and must be replaced. My vehicle is only 3 years old, and has 47000 miles on it. After doing some research, i have found that both of these issues are a common problem on this make and model vehicle. The dealer that we purchased it from admitted that this is a problem, but i was not able to find any recall information regarding either problem. I feel that both problems are dangerous, since the brakes did not work properly in my situation. If cracked motor mounts are not taken care of, they could possibly cause additional damage to the engine components. I think that chrysler should be held responsible for fixing these problems at their cost. I've seen many other people complaining that even after they've "fixed" the problem, they continue to have the same problem. I think both of these items should be considered for recall.
On 19 october 2005, i had just completed a left hand turn and came to a somewhat abrupt stop at a stop light. After the light turned green, i hit the gas but the car would not move. I noticed that i lost my power steering for the steering wheel felt heavy.the dashboard lights were on but i did not notice any warning lights on the dashboard.the cd player was still playing nor did it pause when this occurred.uncertain as to whether the car was off or not, i turned the key to the "off" position and restarted the engine.the vehicle operated properly after the incident.however,i became concerned about driving on the highway at higher speeds fearing that it would happen again.
Car stalled without warning.had just taken a turn to right.weather was hot and humid.car is 2005 chrysler pacifica.took to dealer next day, no error codes or other problem reported.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while accelerating to 5 mph from the idle position, the vehicle completely shut off.the contact restarted the vehicle, but it began to hesitate.the check engine indicator lightilluminated prior to the vehicle shutting off.the vehicle was driven home slowly and brought to a dealer the following week. The vehicle has been at the dealer for two weeks.the dealer stated that the vehicle had multiple failures, but no repairs had been made.the vehiclewas still waiting to be repaired.the current mileagewas 26,525 ,and failure mileage was 26,435.
I purchased my car in 2008 and the dealer (sheehy ford) won't even take it back. The engine light stays on and it won't pass inspection. I had to replace the obd connector and it still wouldn't pass inspection. Took it back to the inspection station and it failed because of the oxygen sensor, replaced that and took it back for the 3rd time and it failed again because the machine read: monitors not ready. I'm starting to think that the power train and the engine are faulty on my vehicle. Sheehy knew they sold me a lemon, i've tried to have them resolve this issue numerous times and nothing.i want them to either fix the problem or give me another car. I reported them to the bbb as well and they never responded to bbb on my complaint. That looks so suspect in my eyes.
Typical driving pattern/habits, yet when running the 2005 pacifica awd model touring edition on the freeway, within 2 miles at 65 mph, the engine/transmission would "shudder", then the engine would partially increase rpm's by 200+ and decrease by 200+ rpm, then act as if the fuel was cut off. I selected the 3 and 4 gears with the shifter to see if it was the transmission, but no difference between those two gears as to the amplification of the problem.the "shuddering" was the same intensity.i had to put my foot on the accelerator pedal to keep the engine running.after pulling off of the freeway and driving back to my home, the engine stalled/stopped at an intersection doing the same 200+/ 200- rpm business.i have taken the vehicle in for this particular problem, where the technicians could not figure out the situation.in discussions with chrysler(after 1.5weeks of having the vehicle!!!!), the service manager determined with chrysler that an injector replacement and an injector cleaning was due for this engine. The wagon has 16,000 miles on it.i believe injectors last well up into the 100,000 mile or 1700 hours of engine time, not 266 hours.at this time the unit is still in the shop for a total of two weeks time.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 75 mph, the vehicle stalled on a busy highway.the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000.the manufacturer could not assist.the failure and current mileages were less than 65,000.updated 09/23/09.*ljthe consumer stated the gas needle went from the half way mark straight down to empty. Updated 09/23/09.
Stall while vehicle moving. It happened multiple times while making left hand turns betweenapril 06 and july 06.we had tsb fix 1803905 in aug. 06.no problems until october 17, 2006 when it stalled again while driving at slow speed in a straight line. Now every time idrive in straight line or turn in front of cars i am very aware that my car may not be running.it is a very insecure feeling. \thank you for your time with this matter.
Shut down engine while driving.
I brought my 2005 pacifica in for the engine light coming on to the dealership where i bought it (ancira).they cleared the memory and gave it back, it immediately came back on when i picked it up so i left it.they did some things to the engine to fix it. The engine began burning oil after ancira dealership serviced it for engine light problems.i brought it to boerne chrysler superstore because i did not appreciate how i was treated at the ancira dealership.the engine was replaced at the boerne chrysler superstore but now leaks oil.i would like chrysler to buy this vehicle back because it has done nothing but cause us problems.i am surprised i was not stranded for it burning oil.i have 2 small children and the thought of it possibly leaving us stranded is frustrating.we purchased a new vehicle with the expectation of not having these serious engine issues.the least chrysler could do is reimburse us the $100 copay because it is under the extended warranty now even though the engine problems were occurring under the beginning full coverage warranty. We have purchased two dodge trucks and this vehicle and all of them have had to be serviced before 40,000 miles.we have lost faith in chrysler/dodge and will no longer consider purchasing one.
Dt*:the contact stated without warning, at various speeds, the vehicle stalls.the vehicle is pulled over and restarts.the dealership has seen the vehicle twice for this, but is unable to determine a problem.
2005 chrysler pacificanoticed loud engine tapping after a couple thousand miles after purchase.checked oil and it was about 2.5 quarts low. I had the oil changed, all was fine..drove another 2000 miles,checked oil and 2 quarts low again. Had a dealership look into it and they said they found no leaks. Was told 2 quarts in 2000 miles is not normal. They said it would cost me $2000 to tear into the engine and find the problem. I guess i should top off the oil and trade it in.
Engine stall while performing turns. My wife has been close to be involve in an accident in the last couple times. The dealer says they can not do nothing until chrysler investigates the problem. Maybe chrysler is waiting until someone gets involve in an accident to resolve the issue.
Stalls during hard turns like into a parking space.
Vehicle stalled while turning into parking spot at low speed. Power steering was lost at that time making it difficult to maneuver vehicle. When vehicle was placed into park, i was able restart the vehicle and safely park.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica fwd 3.6l 24 v.vehicle's gas gauge reads about 1/4 to 1/3 of a tank full, then suddenly drops to empty.with in a few miles of driving the vehicle after this happens the vehicle stalls out.the vehicle has also almost stalled out three other times and has stalled out 5 times now.the vehicle has been serviced twice once the bcm was reset and the second time the leveling units and sending units in the gas tank were replaced.the vehicle has had this occurrence again and the dealership has informed me they will contact me again this coming monday to resolve the issue, even though the service department informed me that my vehicle is fixed and this problem would not occur again.i have only owned the vehicle for 5 weeks, and it has stalled out 5 times and the gas gauge has suddenly dropped to empty more then five times now, the most recent happening today 8/6/06.
I was exiting off the freeway and came to a stop.as i accelerated out of the stop a gush of hot radiator fluid came shooting out of an area right above the gas peddle and burned my right ankle.i sustained second degree burns and was treated at my local doctor's office.
Purchased an 2005 pacifica june 10th.was back in the service department 3 days after purchase with check engine light on.service supposedly repaired problem but after 1 week noticed vehicle misfiring and check engine light back on.took it back service replaced a part (not sure what) and reset light.as of today this makes my 4th trip to service department with same problem.check engine light.the mechanic said today it failed the emissions test and he can't figure out why.i left it there and took a rental, but now it kind of feels like i have bought a problem. (check engine light).
Last sept my wife and i purchased a slightly used 05 pacifica. One week later my wife experienced the first stall while turning into a parking lot.i contacted the dealer and found that there are thousands of similar complaints and chrysler would have a solution by dec 05. We have since had around 7 stalling issues with this model, usually turning at low speed or backing up. After several calls to chrysler and the dealership, we still have no answers. The dealer is trying to wash their hands of the problem and continues to direct me to the manufacturer. Chrysler will not admit to knowing the problem exists.i have a pregnant wife and a five year old riding in this vehicle and i'm concerned that this stalling problem will occur while driving in traffic and could potentially be harmful to my family.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving less than 5 mph and making right and left turns, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive normally without stalling. The failure previously occurred at least once a month and has begun stalling at least once a day. The dealer confirmed that there were no related recalls and no warranty available. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 100,000.
1)i was driving on interstate and exited.shortly afterwards when driving slowly my car stalled and i lost all control, fortunately, did not have an accident.2)car stalled when driving slowly, shortly after driving on highway.lost all control of vehicle.3)restarted car and everything seemed okay.now this has happened on 2 separate occasions so i am taking it to the dealer tomorrow to see if they can identify source of problem as this could be very serious if it caused an accident.
I am filing this complaint regarding my 2005 pacifica awd.in nov 06, the vehicle stalled couple of times in the middle of the highway and both times, we were very fortunate to avoid an accident.during the same time, we received a recall notice from chrysler for the same problem and promptly took it to the warnock east hanover (nj) dealer (same place where i purchased the vehicle) to fix it.they fixed the stalling recall issue and other minor issues and said that it's drivable now and assured me that it wouldn't happen again.unfortunately, while i was driving today, it stalled again and nearly averted an accident.it's really scary to drive the vehicle any more.the vehicle has only 6000 miles on it as it has been primarily used to drop my daughter in school. Now, my wife does not want to drive it again as she is scared to death to drive it.i don't blame her as it has stalled three times so far and we cannot even imagine driving this vehicle again with such a humongous safety issue!right now, the vehicle was towed to the dealer and is sitting at the mercy of the dealership as i type this...
On the chrysler pacifica 2005 model, when the gas is below half a tank, when stopping or making turns the engine will stall.this is very hazardous as when the engine stops there is no power steering or power brakes.i was within inches of hitting another car.i took the car to the dealership and this is a known problem, but no solution.i believe this is a very dangerous problem and needs to be fixed as the number of accidents this can lead to is large, especially for smaller people that may not be able to muscle the steering when the car stalls.please get chrysler to do something about this as soon as possible as it's not safe to drive my new expensive car until this is taken care of.
Ihave owned a 2005 chrysler pacifica for seven months.over that period, i have documented a total 6 stalling events.the common trigger seems to be deceleration while turning or slightly turning either left or right.the speeds during the stalling events havetwice occurredat highway speeds, and four times while decelerating fromspeedsof 30 - 45 to near 0.on one occasion, while at 45 - 50 mph and changing lanes to the right, the vehicle stalled affecting the steerability and the car ran off the road striking a hard object that caused the front tire to blow out and destruction of the front rim and bending the rear rim.a police officer was dispatched to the scene of this incident.the dealer has been consulted twice now.the first visit to the dealer was uneventful after a "thorough" checkover, ending with a statemenat that there was no record of similar events and thus nothing could be done.the second visit, after the incident mentioned above, the dealer put near 300 miles on the vehicle without duplication and, again, stating that there is no such history of similar events.not to mention, the dealer put the 300 miles on the donut tire (because of the damage to the tires and rims).the dealer refused to replace the damaged rims and tires and said there was nothing that they could or would do.when noting that my confidence in the vehicle had been shatterred and my concern for my life was the real issue,they said there was nothing they could do.after all this, the dealer failed to notify us of the 2004 recall for the same type of stalling event.
Vehicle engine stalls without any warning at all.this has happened several times, always when turning a tight corner.engine starts normally once stopped.
Chrysler pacifica stalled at a low speed while making a turn into a parking lot.took vehicle took dealership the same day and they could not diagnose a problem.
The engine light on the dashboard lit up one day.shortly thereafter, i experienced a very rough idle.it did not stall however, but continued to idle and run very roughly.upon examination, the dealers service department determined that the tsb #09-010-06 had described the issue and it's recommended fix was applied. That being to replace the valve spring retainer locks, combustion clean, and replace and test the map sensor. This tsb fix had the adverse effect of causing the engine to surge rather abruptly when starting cold, and applying light pressure on the accelerator. It's more noticeable when backing out of a parking space and having the wheel turned at the same time. It seems that having the steering wheel turned presents an additional load on the engine that the computer senses as a need for additional engine speed. This surging also happens when pulling forward into a parking space with the wheels sharply turned as well. Three subsequent visits to the dealer yielded different answers without being able to fix it. On one visit, the service director, called to tell me that he had been in contact with chrysler engineers in michigan about the issue and would like to try a couple of things. Namely to check the fuel pressure, adaptive memory, and map sensor. After a test drive he conceded that the problem remained, but not to the degree that i was complaining about. He offered no other alternative fixes, but said that he would remain in contact with the chrysler engineering website that issues tsb's etc. I guess that is supposed to satisfy me as he states that he has done everything he could. As this is unacceptable to me, i felt prompted to file a complaint on the website as i feel that the surging problem is a definite safety issue that needs to be addressed. My next step is the write chrysler directly per their warranty information booklet.
Dt*: the contact stated while slightly turning on to the ramp to enter to the highway at 5 mph during normal road conditions, the vehicle suddenly stalled and the engine completely shut down. There was no brake power nor power steering.prior to the incident, the vehicle identified no warning signals. It was taken to a dealership, where they determined that the contact was using gasoline that contained more than 10% ethanol. The dealership was unable to determine any other causes for the problem.
Three times during the last 4 months the engine has shut down while i was driving. I am always driving slow, with my foot off the gas pedal while making a left turn.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica awd 3.5 liter and it will stall while in traffic if i turn left at a slow speed.i have had this happen to me and my wife while in traffic.i have taken it to the dealership 2 times, and they don't know what it is.they are pretty much guessing.this is a safety issue because 1 day someone will be stalled in front of a big truck and that won't be good.
While traveling north on i-5, at corona, ca, on 23 july 05, at 70 mph, the engine on my 2005 chrysler pacifica, quit.all power suddenly ceased effecting the steering and brakes.i was able to guide the vehicle to the side of the busy highway.eleven days later, a fuel pump was replaced and the vehicle repaired.
We purchased a used chrysler pacifica on 1/24/06 in savannah, ga w/approximately 20k miles on it. Approximately 1 month later, it stalled while making a u-turn. Took to the dealership and was told that it was perhaps a fluke because no message light came on to help determine the issue. It would occasionally feel like it was going to stall or rev itself but it went a few months with some abs wheel sensor issues but no stalling. Since july 25th 2006 it has stalled or attempted to stall on numerous occasions. On thursday 8/10/06. It stalled 2 times and attempted to stall many more. The fuel gauge then dropped from @ 1/2 a tank to "e" and the message center said that the tank only had 32 miles to empty. I called the dealership and was told to bring it in asap. I fueled up and it only took 12 gallons to fill up.it was then dropped at the dealership. The dealership kept the car for 5 days and was unable to duplicate the failure. A few days later the same thing happened and the car went back again. The dealership told me to keep the car fueled above 1/2 tank and then bring it in on 8/21/06 with a 1/2 tank or less of fuel. I brought it in at a 1/2 on the mark. Once more, the dealership was unable to duplicate the error. They believe they know what the issue is but can't fix it until they can get a computer read or or personally duplicate the error. I got the car back on wednesday 8/23/06 and again on the evening of fri, 8/25/06 the gas gauge plummeted to "e" with plenty of fuel in the tank and attempted to stall. Today, 8/27/06 the car stalled twice, once in the middle of a right hand turn and once while making a left hand turn. If i gas up, i don't have a problem until there is less than a solid 1/2 tank of fuel in the car. I need this car and i am scared to death to drive it anywhere without more than a 1/2 tank. I asked to dealership to drain gas if need to be replicate the issue but they are apparently unable to do this.
We purchased a used 2005 pacifica in 2009. It has gone through 3 catalytic converters, 6 oxygen sensors and the dealership says it needs to be done again. The gas pedal sticks requiring one to stomp on it to get it to go down sometimes. Big safety concern. It has lost it's power steering and acted like it was going to die on four occasions when turning shortly after being started. We owe twice what this car is worth and have no idea what we are going to do. It goes through oil like mad too. The dealership says that's normal. A quart every other week is not normal. The tailpipe is black. The dealership says they don't know what to do unless they continue replacing the 1000 dollar parts. There has been no word from chrysler so far. I spoke to a friend of the family who teaches car repair and he said there is obviously a serious engine problem.
Own a 2005 pacifica..it has 75000 miles on it.it has 4 bad engine mounts. Dealer states "they see alot for this particular model and it is normal."i do not think it is normal that mounts that hold up the engine could fail.
I purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica in feb 2005 and it was used with 25,000 mi i had only had the car 10 months when i went to crank it one morning and it would not start unless i gave it gas or pumped it before i tried to crank it. If i let it sit over night or for a couple of hours it would not crank unless i pumped the gas took to dealer said i had to pay for repairs b/c i had no warranty b/c i had hit my 36,000 mi so a friend at another dealerships ran a diagnostic for me and it was at that time my map sensor still have not gotten it repaired and the dealership is and will not help.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic where the contact was advised that the catalytic converter had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, the contact was advised that the part needed to complete the repair was on back order. The failure mileage was 90,000. The current mileage was 91,000. ..updated 07-17-13 on may 30, 2013 the consumer replaced the catalytic converter for a second time. The last one, only lasted for 30,000 miles. Updated 07/18/13
I bought a used car and it have a damaged muffler and the dealer won't fix it for me and i have three kids and i am afraid that this problem could lead to a fire and i don't have the money to fix it my self please what should i do.
I noticed a strange odor when i drove the car from the lot. I thought it was the new the leather smell, but later found out that the driver's side of the car was leaking. I took it to the dealer and they attempted to fix the leak four (4) time.it still is not fixed. Now other things are starting to happen, the passengers power seat no longer reclines, the radio will just quit working and so does the a/c.
Just took my 2005 chrysler pacifica to my mechanic today, 08/19/2014, and found my undercarriage to be rusting.i was told that it would last only about 1 more year.our chrysler pacifica only has about 109,000 miles on it.it is going to cost well over $3500.00 to replace the undercarriage.i am a disabled veteran, and am on a fixed budget.these costs are taxing myself and my wife, and eating up our savings.we need help to find out if chrysler would be willing to help us out with the cost of fixing our vehicle, or at least meeting us half way.
Our regularmechanic has determined that the undercarriage ofmy car is rustedand rotted to the point where it is unsafe to drive . Car was brought in due to electrical failure asmentioned above . I have never received recall notices. I spoke witha chryslerrep today and there isnothingwe can dobecause its not with in the recall time frame .
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 40 mph, one of the headlights failed to illuminate. The contact stated that the headlamp flickered for a few days prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed a headlight malfunction. As a result, the fuse box, the headlamp wiring, and the bulb needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact mentioned that the failure was directly related to nhtsa campaign number: 05v06600 (exterior lighting: headlights). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 143, 000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring. The contact stated that at engine start-up, the low beamheadlights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the vin failed to qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 05v066000 (exterior lighting:headlights). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. Updated 10/31/12updated 11/08/2012
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the headlights failed. The contact was able to replace the headlight bulbs; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited symptoms of a previous recall; however, the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 05v066000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000. Ma 09/03/15the consumer stated the driver's side headlight was replaced 3 times but, continued to malfunction.updated 12/9/2015
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the headlights failed without any warning. The contact also mentioned that the accelerator pedal became stuck and she would have to press hard on the brakes to get them to release. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 81,000.
Purchased the car aug, 2014. Previous owner also had same issues. Has been in shop several times, unable to pinpoint cause/remedy situation. Seat controls do not work, remote keyfobs do not work, interior lights, head lamps, no electrical function present unless key is in ignition, in the "on" position. When shutting off the car, all lights on the dashboard light up and the only way to shut them off is to push on and then off the hazard lights. This will cause all electrical to go out, including the head lamps and all interior lights. If you do not turn them off by using the hazard lights, it will kill the battery. We have replaced the fuses in for the seats several times. They work for a bit and then blow out again. The mechanics have gone as far as to replace the wiring assembly and still no remedy. I don't know how there is not a recall on this vehicle.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica has a defective headlight harness but is not covered under the recall because ofthe vin #. I contacted chrysler but they said oh well, take to dealership and pay for the repairs. I only get 7volts of power to the left headlight and the right i have 10.5volts- barely enough to light the right headlight. Even though my vin# is not on the list to be recalled, it appears chrysler did not fix this problem in the later vin # pacifica's. Chrysler needs to fess up that this is an engineering snapfu that is dangerous to us since the headlight will only fail, and that is at night whensafety is a big issue.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 35 mph, the headlights stopped working. The contact operated the switch to turn the lights back on, but the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 05v066000 (exterior lighting). The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.
I have previously reported a problem with the 2005 chrysler pacifica stalling when turning. The problem has progressively worsened.this month alone, (december 2011) the car has stalled 5 times. I am afraid to drive the car for fear that i will crash when it stalls.there are so many chrysler pacifica owners that are reporting the same problem.along with the stalling issue, the gas pedal sticks and needs to be pushed rather hard.a third problem i have encountered this year is the headlamps "burning out".i have replaced the front left headlamp three this year. I am familiar with the handling instructions for headlamps.i am greatly distressed by these problems, especially the stalling.i have children that i drive around in this car.please do something about chrysler's failure to fix this problem.
2005 chrysler pacifica.right headlight will quit with no warning, then will come back onits own accord.dealer checked for previous reports of problem and found none.mechanic said the harness comes loose and must be reseated.no easy task since it is under the breather tube and difficult to get to.also, left rear turn signal will quit working then come back on.wiring harness seems to be intact so other option would be bulbs (2).however, if they are bad, why does the signal restore itself?dealer had no answer for that mystery either.problem started mid-summer 2008 and has continued intermittently ever since.
While turning into the bank parking lot at 10mph the car just stalled.i was unable to brake or steer out the way. When gas gauge reads empty i am unable to fill the tank with gas as it begins to spill back out. Gas gauge reads 1/2 full when it is really empty? miles to empty sensor incorrect therefore i have no idea when i need gas. Driver side exterior headlamp seems dimmer than the other lamp.after repairing the entire front end(suspension) still sounds like the front end is going to fall apart when driving on ohio roads.felt it was necessary to document as i do not feel safe in this car.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the low beam headlights were activated and then failed to illuminate. A certified mechanic replaced both bulbs and the failure persisted. There was a recall related to the similar failure under nhtsa campaign id number 05v066000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was notified and they informed that the vin was not included. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
2005 chrysler pacifica.consumer writes in regards to engine and headlight problems.the consumer stated the vehicle stalled twice, within the last 3 years. Both times, he was making a hard turn, when the engine stopped. He wa able to maintain control of the vehicle and re-started it, without any problem. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, who found nothing wrong, other than throttle body build-up, which he cleaned. Also, the headlight would intermittently go out. The bulb did not seem to fit securely in the harness, which caused a short and eventually the bulb blew out. The problem seemed to be more prominent on the passenger side. The driver's side bulb was less than an ideal fit, but there were no problems with it going out. The bulb was replaced numerous times, along with the wiring harness.
Body control module failure, lost headlights , wipers, could not close windows, airbag lights came on.if driving at night when module fails you lose all headlights and tail lights.was driving at the time of failure.
Since i purchased my vehicle the front low beam lights have went out numerous times while driving at night. I have had them replaced on several occasions and the problem persists. Recently i have had problems with my battery and was told by pepboys auto shop that something is draining the battery and its possibility is the exterior lighting/headlamps. Even though i continue to replace the headlamps they keep going out and my battery is being drained. After 2 batteries in 3 years i had the alternator checked and it was in good condition. I was told to look up a recall list where i found exterior lighting 05v066000 and i called. I also have had a fuel pump problem that seems to exist and no one can figure out way. After getting it fixed by the chrysler dealership twice my vehicle will not pass smog because of another leak. I also found out that there are complaints of some similar issues fuel pump/powertrain control module software 06v432000 and i called. Please put these to issues on the recall list so that auto owners will be safe on the road and california's air will not be polluted by the fumes.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the low beam headlights malfunctioned. The contact stated that the headlights independently turned off and on while driving. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000. *dt headlights malfunction updated 1/29/19
The contact owns a 2005 a chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the instrument panel failed to operate for over an hour. The failure recurred sporadically. Additionally, the headlights would function intermittently. There was a recall related to the failure under nhtsa campaign id number 05v066000 (exterior lighting). The vin was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician informed the contactthat the faulty wiring harness would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the headlights intermittently failed to function. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 101,000.
Headlight bulbs keep burning out.at least 6 times since 2007. The first time both lamps were replaced even though only one had gone out, the rest of the times they were replace individually and every time sylvania bulbs were used. I feel this constitutes a safety problem and not normal maintenance.also the drivers door lock mechanism broke in dec. 2009 where the door would not latch close and had to be tied shut the take it for repair.i feel this is also a serious safety failure.
Several problems with replacing headlights annually about three months apart since ownership 10/06, problem with engine light repeatedly coming on- was advised by certified mechanic it's the fuel tank, very expensive to replace or fix.
I noticed that low beam headlight on drivers side was out so i replaced bulb still did not work . Then i noticed there was a recall on same headlamp for wiring issue . I punched in my vin #however it says not on my vehicle . Why do some pacificas from same recall year are not covered and some are ?thanks for taking time to read this email.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that three years ago, he received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 05v066000 (exterior lighting: headlights). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection however, nothing was replaced as the dealer deemed that is was unnecessary at that time. Most recently, the headlights would only work intermittently before becoming inoperable. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that the vehicle had already been inspected for the recall defect and offered no further assistance for the failure. The manufacturer was notified who also stated that the vehicle was previously inspected per the recall and offered no further assistance for the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 30 mph, the driver side headlight stopped functioning. The bulb had been replaced five times. Also, while driving, the vehicle jerked forward and the transmission would slip into gears. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000 and the current mileage was 86,584.
Head lights cut off and on intermittently engine idles ruff
The headlights intermittently would not work and then stopped working completely.i believe this is due to the wiring harness issue that was recall on many other 05 pacificas under 05v066000.my vin does not pull up that it was affected in this recall, but i have this and another issue that i submitted a complaint for that should be covered under the recall.the chrysler company said even though it appears to be the same issue in the recall, since my vin does not show to be apart of that recall, they will not do anything to help fix the costly issue.i do not know where else to go for help.i submitted a complaint through chrysler and they said they would not help unless there was a recall expansion that eventually included my vin, but not to count on it.i told chrysler that just because this vin was missed in the investigation that it was the right thing to do for them to fix it.. I was told they could not and would not help. Thank you..
2005 chrysler pacifica:brake light failure. The brake lamp switch failed and needed replacement 3 times.this seemedunusually high in a 2 year period.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle ran out of fuel although the fuel gauge indicated 1/2 tank of fuel was present. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel sending unit was faulty. The contact indicated that the failure caused the check engine light to illuminate and the driver side headlight to stop working. The light bulb was replaced, but the failure continued to occur. The failures were not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 84,000.
I currently have a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring fwd that was purchased on june 28,2008.since the time of purchase i have had to replace my driver's side headlight bulb 3 times.i have placed a call to the dealer i purchased the car from and also chrysler's customer service.they tell me that my vin number does not appear on any recalls that they have.i however, do not understand and have never had a vehicle that has needed a headlight replaced those many times in one year.
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states problems with vehicle headlamps *tgw
The left headlight would come on and off on its own.this causes poor visibility while driving at night.driver took vehicleto the dealer for inspection, andmechanicdetermined that the connector needed to be replaced.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 65 mph, the fuel gauge went from half a tank to empty.the contact stated that the vehicle would not accept fuel.the check engine light illuminated and the headlights were inoperable.the dealer stated that the fuel pump and wiring harness caused the failures.the fuel pump, headlight bulb, and the wiring harness were replaced; however, the failures continued.the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v066000 (exterior lighting: headlights) and nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module (tcm, pcm)).the failure mileage was 68,000 and current mileage was 69,000.updated 03/14/08.*ljthe consumer stated the fuel gauge was not reading properly
Dt*:the contact stated a recall letter was received for the headlights, #05v066000, and the vehicle was taken to the dealership.the vehicle was at the dealership for two days, but the parts were not available therefore the vehicle was taken back by the owner.seven months later, a second dealership was contacted to perform the recall repair. Upon inspection; the dealership determined the recall work had not been done.when contacting the manufacturer it was stated the previous dealership reported the work had been done and a second repair would not be authorized.the vehicle does not have the problem associated with the recall.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 70 mph at sunset, the contact activated the headlights.the passenger side headlight began to blink and then failed a week later.the following week, the driver side headlight began blinking.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the vehicle was excluded from recall number 05v066000 (exterior lighting:headlights).the vehicle has not been repaired.the current mileage was 46,000 and failure mileage was 45,300.
Headlamp failure, causing replacement several times since purchase in 7/05.sluggish driving/acceleration,accelerator sticking.
Headlights and dash lights alternate erratically from bright to dim at lower engine speeds. Sometimes almost off then very bright. Have had it several times to dealer and only replaced headlight switch after i was informed was normal operation on the first two visits. Very annoying at stop lights at night. Some times think will go out all together.
Since i purchased my vehicle the front low beam lights have went out numerous times while driving at night. I have had them replaced on several occasions and the problem persists. Recently i have had problems with my battery and was told by pepboys auto shop that something is draining the battery and its possibility is the exterior lighting/headlamps. Even though i continue to replace the headlamps they keep going out and my battery is being drained. After 2 batteries in 3 years i had the alternator checked and it was in good condition. I was told to look up a recall list where i found exterior lighting 05v066000 and i called. I also have had a fuel pump problem that seems to exist and no one can figure out way. After getting it fixed by the chrysler dealership twice my vehicle will not pass smog because of another leak. I also found out that there are complaints of some similar issues fuel pump/powertrain control module software 06v432000 and i called. Please put these to issues on the recall list so that auto owners will be safe on the road and california's air will not be polluted by the fumes.
Dt:the contact stated turning left into a drive or a private lot that has an inclinethe vehicle stalls.the vehicle restarts each time.the dealership installed a co-pilot and determined the fuel pump was losing power.the fuel pump was replaced.the problem continued and the dealership was unable to determine the problem.the left turn signal failed, the abs light illuminated, which resulted in the replacement of the wheel speed sensor, the left real tail light and battery were replaced.updated 08/14/06.
I purchased a 2005 pacifica touring with awd in the summer of 2006. Three times my car has had difficulties when there was a dusting of snow blowing over the road.the 1st incident was on jan. 24 2007, the front end of my vehicle started to lose control and finally i went into a spin.i was in the left lane of a 2 lane road heading south.my car spun in front of the vehicle in the right lane, through the ditch, and finally ended up in the trees on the other side of the ditch.i suffered only minor injuries-neck sprain, but i took out a highway sign and a tree.damages to my car totaled over $11,000, i got it back from the body shop 1 month after the accident. The 2nd time i was by myself, the 3rd time i had my 1 year old daughter in the back seat, both times i wasn't driving fast, the second time it kept swaying even after slowing down to 30 mph. This has caused me a lot of concern so my husband started having to drive me to work during the winter months.now we are planning to sell the pacifica because of the poor gas mileage.i don't feel comfortable selling this vehicle without reassurance that there's nothing wrong with it. Recently the front end has started to make noise every once in a while also.it makes a low thudding sound that makes my ears feel like they're going to pop.my husband tried putting the car in neutral and turning the ignition off, but it still kept making the noise.it first started about 2 months ago and i've heard it three times, we've also had problems with the blinkers failing to turn off.
Dt:the contact stated turning left into a drive or a private lot that has an inclinethe vehicle stalls.the vehicle restarts each time.the dealership installed a co-pilot and determined the fuel pump was losing power.the fuel pump was replaced.the problem continued and the dealership was unable to determine the problem.the left turn signal failed, the abs light illuminated, which resulted in the replacement of the wheel speed sensor, the left real tail light and battery were replaced.updated 08/14/06.
1.the vehicle stalls and/or turns off when making a left turn. It also stalls and/or turns off at stop lights when the gas pedal is pressed to .the fuel tank is at half full during all events and actually drops to zero for minute then returns to half full.2.i have almost been hit in traffic, at intersections, several times because the vehicle quit.i am only able to fill the tank half of the time otherwise it only let me fill to 3/4 full.due to the mpg rating this means frequent trips to the gas station.3. I have taken it to the dealership 3 times.they were "unable to reproduce" the problem the first two times.they determined that it was a fuel module problem after the third time because the problem occurred with the service technician was there.a replacement part has been ordered but has been, of course, on backorder for 3 weeks.still no fix.cars stopping in traffic is a serious safety issue.please do a quick search on the internet and you will find many instances of the problem.it's not isolated and should be investigated as a recall.thank you.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that fuel would spill from of the fuel tank when the vehicle was being refueled. The contact stated that the leak was coming from under the tank where the fuel lines were clamped down. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The vin was unavailable.the failure mileage was 120,000.
My wife and i own a 2005 chrysler pacifica, which we are having a problem with the gas pedal sticking.while accelerating the pedal sticks and jerks you forward until you have smooth acceleration while pushing the gas pedal.i feel this is a safety problem.we have been to the dealers about this and they say everything is fine but have noticed the problem themselves.i have noticed that there is alot of the same problems after browsing the internet that others are having the same problem.this is going to get someone killed if this isn't looked into. Thank you.
Vehicle shut off during left turn in busy intersection and narrowly avoided accident. Dealer notified right away and appointment made. Reluctant to even drive to dealer because of safety issue.
I have had my 2005 chrysler pacifica for less than a week when my fuel gauge went from 1/2 of a tank to empty while driving. Then it went back up to 1/2 of a tank a minute later. When i went down a hill the vehicle stalled and had to be put in park and restarted. I have two small children and this scared me. I looked up my vin number but found no recall, however i found this similar problem in other 05 pacificas and i found that they had been recalled. I have my car back at the dealership getting fixed but am desperate to find out if this recall could be my problem.
2005 chrysler pacifica throttle requires excessive force to depress causing the vehicle to lurch forward when the throttle finally moves. We reported the issue to our dealer approximately 18 months ago. They seemed to have prior knowledge of the issue and repaired it while the vehicle was in for repairs after striking a dog (unreleated to the defect). Now the issue has returned and when my wife called to schedule service to have the issue repaired again the dealership wouldn't schedule a time to repair the defect and actually acted as if they weren't aware of the issue and would need several hours to troubleshoot the issue prior to repairing it. I researched the issue online and evidently this is an issue with the throttle body assembly which typically takes an hour of labor time to treat the symptom which eventually returns. It also seems to be a common issue with the pacifica. The issue with our vehicle is becomming serious and now that our local dealership in lugoff, sc seems to have no desire to help us i'm not sure where to take it for repair.
The car will stall at intermittent times when going at low speeds and low rpms. The stalling causes the steering wheel to freeze up. The car will start immediately after the stall. I have taken the car to an authorized chrysler dealer, darcars, several times and they cannot diagnose the problem. It appears similar in nature to the safety recall f44 which was issued on later chrysler pacifica models in 2005-2006. The issue occurs almost daily and have not had any parts replaced because the chrysler mechanic, darcars, cannot duplicate the issue. I have brought this stalling issue up with chrysler and opened up a case, # 19090751, which they closed because they stated that my car was outside the safety recall f44 as well as that darcars could not replicate the problem.the stalling is intermittent, as stated previously, and i have sent the logs to darcars as to when it happens.
About a month and a half ago, my chrysler pacifica 2005 started to have a couple of probably related problems, one of which can be dangerous.the car will stall when turning left.if a car is coming up behind me, i could get rear ended. The other problem is that my fuel gauge will show a half tank one minute and almost empty the next.when i have filled up, it would only take 15 gallons, meaning that there are still 8 gallons left.i have an appointment in one week with my local dealer and hope that they can fix this, as it is potentially dangerous.
Fuel tank valve defective, allowing fuel into charcoal chamber, also issues with other valves related to the gas tank.fuel module pcm and tank replacement were required.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.whenever the fuel tank reaches the half full mark, it immediately drops to empty.the failure causes the vehicle to shut off within a mile of being driven.the contact did not notice any differences in the vehicle prior to the failure.the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer.two years prior to the failure, the vehicle was serviced for the pcm module, which has been changed three times since the contact has owned the vehicle.the current mileage was 53,000 and failure mileage was 48,000.
Defective sticking gas pedal on chrysler pacifica.
2005 awd chrysler pacifica, gas pedal binds requiring driver to overpressure the pedal to move forward. Once overpowered the car can lurch forward from the sudden over fuel condition.
I brought my car to the dealership in late august for regular maintenance.i told them i was having a long crank when starting the car.they said i probably did not put the gas cap on tight and air got into the tank.i disagreed with this but supposedly diagnostics these days pick up on everything.a week later i was driving down an incline and my gas gauge dropped from 1/2 tank to e.i immediately pulled into a gas station and the tank took 15 gallons.we run through a tank of gas maybe once every two weeks.usually, i top off the tank.therefore, i did not notice this problem again until last weekend.in this instance, when the gas gauge got to just below 1/2 tank , dropped to e and stalled.we were in highway traffic.we immediately restarted the car and got to a gas station.the car would only take 8 gallons.i am bringing it to the dealer tomorrow.btw,still have the long crank...it has never gone away.
I have a 2005 chyrsler pacifica. The gas pedal is sticking. It sticks hard enough that you have to forcefully push the accelerator peddle down. This causes unwanted rapid acceleration! the problem is getting worse in the past three weeks. The pedal has gotten stuck four times. I was backing out of a parking space and the car accelerated in reverse. Unsure, if my family car is safe, for my family.
Gas gauge drops from 1/2 to empty in seconds if you don't get to a gas station quickly the vehicle will shut off.there is no warning.vehicle still has gas but will shut off.we have been stranded several times on the interstate.very dangerous for a family.according to searches i have made lots of 2005 pacificas have the same problem starting at around 45,000 miles.i haven't found any answers to the problem.
Before a leave my town, i tried to put some gas on my tank but car took only 15 dollars worth of gas. I then assumed that the thank was full and then went on my trip. I drove for about fifteen minutes and my gauge that was full dropped to half tank. It was weird but i kept on driving since i had half tank of gas. I was on the highway when after twenty minutes, the gauge dropped to empty and since the gas station was not nearby, i kept on driving to find some gas and the car just stopped because it was out of gas. When i went to the mechanics, they said that one the car has two tanks and that one was empty and one full. They also said that the problem is common to pacificas. Chrysler needs to recall those cars before somebody gets hurt.
When parking or low speed 2 to 5 mph the gas pedal stick you have to hit it hard it happen to the wife two times and now she dose not like driving ithappen to me 3 or 4 times. The 1st time she said what is the matter with you. Has this happen to other people[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Dt*:the contact stated while stopped at a traffic lights the vehicle would stall without warning.this occurred on several occasions.the vehicle was restated and driven to the dealer each time where the problem could not be duplicated.updated 9/18/2006 - the vehicle is manufacturers with two fuel tanks and two fuel pumps.it was later determined that the secondary pump failed leaving the vehicle with the use of only on tank.the cv joint failed which caused a clunking sound when putting the vehicle in reverse or drive. .
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica awd touring edition. Along with my fuel quantity problem, i also have a stalling problem now. Researching on edmunds.com, it seems i am not the only one. The vehicle shuts down when coming to a stop. Since my fuel gage is not working, i have been using my trip meter to gauge mileage and tank quantity. Right around 110-150 miles after a fill-up, my vehicle starts to shut off. When i fill it, it only takes about 7-10 gallons of fuel. Then it drives fine. This is a major problem, especially since my spouse transports the children to and from school on a major highway with alot of traffic and many stops on the road. There are many owners of this year that are having the same issues. It seems like a malfunction that may have to due with the f44 fuel pump and control module reprogramming recall. We had this completed on the car. Now we have problems. I was told by the dealer that this is not associated with the recall. We never had problems prior to the recall being performed.
2005 chrysler pacifica, started having problems at 50,000 miles. Abs sensors had to be replaced and recall for fuel module...but most upsetting the car stalls at low speeds or while making turns..ie: pulling into parking spaces,etc.. I have brought it to dealership and like many others without engine light on they cannot duplicate problem, therefore we are sent on our way with no fix!! i have 4 children and i am terrified to drive this car!! why wont chrysler stand behind these vehicles!!!
Several problems with replacing headlights annually about three months apart since ownership 10/06, problem with engine light repeatedly coming on- was advised by certified mechanic it's the fuel tank, very expensive to replace or fix.
2005 chrysler pacifica fuel tank that goes from half to empty and then dies, has replaced fuel pumps for the fourth timeand it is happening again in just two weeks.
Car stalled while accelerating after idling at stop light.
Car stall when making sharp left hands turns. It has done this two consecutive days in a row. I searched the vin on chrysler and there are no open recalls. The found that there was a recall for this on 2005 pacifica's but i am unable to find out if mine was ever corrected.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring (na). The contact stated that the fuel gauge gave incorrect fuel amounts. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who informed the contact that they would recalibrate the gauge and for her to fill the tank again and to wait and see. After leaving the dealer and filling her tank, the failure occurred again. The manufacturer was then contacted and advised her that if the vehicle had not stalled on her they would be unable to assist. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000 and the current mileage was approximately 60,000. The vin was unavailable.
Vehicle stalls without warning when fuel level gauge is near half tank. The fuel level will go down to half and soon after it will drop unexpectedly to e and will stall out before you know what is happening. Car will restart and make it to a gas station. Upon filling the tank it will only take 9-11 gallons of gas. This car has a 23 gallon tank. The tank also has problems filling. It takes 5-10 min of frustration to get 10 gal in it. Rollover ball maybe?
Vehicle has shut off many times when making a left turn, sometimes when going straight and now this week indicator says it is out of gas with few miles til empty displayed on dash- will tank up and only takes 10 gallons to top off- it was not empty then it will start again.
My gas pedal sticks while driving the car or after i stop the car at a light or sign.when at a complete stop, i have to push hard on the pedal,which makes the car lurch forward.when i am driving on the expressway, it gets stuck and i am not able to accelerate, which can cause an accident.i see that i am not the only one with this problem.i took the car to the dealership, the tech knew what i was talking about, said that it was a throttle body assembly that gets old and needs to be replaced for 200 bucks.if this is happening on the majority of the pacificas, why do the consumers need to pay to have it replaced.this is a strict liability negligence, not my fault.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica stalls when a left hand turn is made at highway speed or in parking lots.this is very, very dangerous because you lose braking and power steering.the gas gauge goes from half a tank to empty within a matter of 50 miles or less.when you try to re-fuel it you only get about ten gallons to go in after about ten minutes of the nozzle clicking off repeatedly.called chrysler dealer and they have never heard of any of these problems.took car in and they found nothing wrong.i know for a fact that a dtc of p1861 is and was present.this codes means that a fuel tank siphon line is disconnected.this vehicle makes me and my family nervous to drive.we can not afford to trade and can not afford any costly repair bills with no positive outcome.please help to get chrysler to issue a recall to fix the problem that is occurring with so, so so many 2005 pacificas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bought the car in january, 2009, the car stop on the freeway,push on the gas would not go, pedal stuck, the coolant systems do not work car will run hot,called chrysler, they were no help is there any thing can be done, you buy a car and it is a piece of junk, all chrysler do is pass the buck as well get stuck with junk.
Bought 2005 chrysler pacifica in july 2006.since that time i have had numerous problems with the vehicle.when the gas gauge is at approximately 1/3 tank of gas it suddenly drops to empty and begins stalling upon turns.i took the vehicle back to the dealership and they did not know what the problem was and asked me to bring the vehicle back when it was at approximately 1/3 tank so they could do testing.i was without my vehicle one whole day for this and did not have time to take it back again.next, i received a recall notice that claimed to fix the stalling problem.yesterday i took my vehicle in to have the recall performed.again, i was without my vehicle all day.today, after the recall, my vehicle is still having the same problems.the gas gauge dropped suddenly to empty and began stalling at this point.there are other problems that may be related.after the car is reading empty and i proceed to put gasoline in the tank it will only allow 13 gallons to be pumped, the owners manual claims that the vehicle has a 23 gallon tank.however, i have never been able to put more than 13 gallons of gas in the tank.also, every now and then when i try to put fuel in the tank, the hose will continually shut off as if the vehicle is full.sometimes this happens the whole time i am filling up and i have to just keep on clicking, clicking, clicking . . . To get the gas to go into the vehicle.these problems have caused our family much distress and the stalling is a very real safety issue.thank you for your help with this.susan ashcraft.
Gas gauge drops to empty from 1/2 to 3/4 tank instantly; occasionally returns to 1/2 full without notice.$10 gas takes gauge from empty to 1/2 full.never know how much gas is in car.then about a week after this started, at 75000 miles, the check engine light illuminated on dash.took to have a diagnostic run, came up, "dealer specific code".very similar to other complaints noted on this page.
1) when depressing the accelerator pedal about 1/4" it catches or sticks.2) you must force the pedaldown to "unstick" causing a rapid acceleration of the vehicle3) dealer says its a defective throttle body, and not covered under warranty or recall.
Car stalls and reads that the tank is empty even when there is gas in the vehicle. It occurs regularly. Nothing has been done yet. I was told egr system, then throttle body, and now i supposedly need a $1000 fuel pump job. Very irritated.
Accelerator sticks in idle position.the problem is continuous once engine reaches operating temperature.occasionally accelerator sticks requiring very heavy foot pressure to break loose causing the vehicle to lurch forward.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that she has been experiencing failures with the fuel tank.whenever she attempts to add fuel to the vehicle, it will not take more than five gallons, and the dial never indicates that it is more then 3/4 full.also, the dial will move from half a tank down to empty within 60 miles.the contact took the vehicle to the dealer more than six times and they replaced the level kit sensor, which did not repair the failure.within weeks, the dealer replaced the fuel pump module, which also did not repair the failure.a month later they repaired the full tank hoses, but the failure persisted.a year later, the fuel pump module was replaced once again.after all of these repairs, the failure has not yet been properly corrected.the failure is causing the vehicle to stall while driving 15 mph.the failure mileage was 61,000 and current mileage was 84,000.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle stalled without warning.the dealer replaced the idler control motor but the problem persists. When the gas gauge reads a half tank, the needle would drop. The dealer replaced the sending unit, fuel level module.
2005 chrysler pacifica when gas tank gets to half full, needle drops suddenly to empty and car stalls. I had a tsb software update at dealer, did not fix problem.i had right side fuel pump module replaced, did not solve problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that when she placed fuel in the vehicle, the gauge showed that the tank was full.the vehicle would only take a few gallons and nothing more.she would attempt to force more gas into the tank, but it would spill out.the vehicle shut off on the contact due to the lack of gas not indicated by the fuel gauge.the dealer replaced the level sensors the first time.the second time the vehicle was taken to the dealer, they replaced the modular fuel pump and the primary pump.on april 20, 2007, the dealer repaired the hoses on the fuel line.on march 11, 2008, the contact attempted to fill the tank, but it only took six gallons.while driving at an unknown speed, the fuel indicator went to empty and the vehicle shut off.the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced both fuel pumps.the dealer informed her that she had not run out of gas.the purchase date was unknown.the current mileage was 73,904 and failure mileage was 60,233.
Dt:the contact stated turning left into a drive or a private lot that has an inclinethe vehicle stalls.the vehicle restarts each time.the dealership installed a co-pilot and determined the fuel pump was losing power.the fuel pump was replaced.the problem continued and the dealership was unable to determine the problem.the left turn signal failed, the abs light illuminated, which resulted in the replacement of the wheel speed sensor, the left real tail light and battery were replaced.updated 08/14/06.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica stalled while turning left at a slow speed. This happened while going around a roundabout in the road. Unsafe because the power steering and brakes make controlling car very hard.
On the first day of owning our pacifica the fuel gauge dropped down from about a 1/2 tank to less than a 1/4 tank and almost stalled on us twice.fueling the car back up with just a few dollars put the gas gauge back past the 1/2 way mark which there's obviously no way this could happen.since that night, the car has subsequently stalled twice while exhibiting the same problem of the gas gauge dropping down to almost empty.this is a major safety concern, what if this car stalls in an intersection etc...this needs to be fixed asap before someone is hurt.
2005 chrysler pacifica - 13,000 miles - same issue as nhtsa investigation #ea06-013. Gas gauge is misreading and vehicle stalls without warning. New fuel pump cannot be provided at this time, is on backorder from manufacturer.
During the first week of june, 2006 i noticed a few things that seemed to all begin at the same time.my pacifica would not start right away when i first attempted to start it after it had been sitting over night, it would hesitate when i took off from a stop if i had been on a downhill incline and the gas gauge would drop to empty as soon as the tank was down to five-eighths full.the problem went away as soon as i filled the tank, but the next week it happened again when the tank got down to five-eighths.i called the dealer to make an appointment to have it looked at and the earliest they could take it was june 21st.the problem got much worse by the time the 21st came around.every time i came to a stop the engine would stall.it would start back up if the car was put in drive, but if it was on a downhill incline it would not restart.i took the car to the dealer on june 21st and was told it needed a fuel pump.they called me later that day and said the part was back ordered, but they should have it in a day or two.well, today is july 19th and my car is still at the dealer waiting for a part.evidently the pacificas have a primary fuel pump and a jet pump.so many of the cars have had this problem (there are hundreds of complaints listed on edmunds.com forum) that evidently they can't keep up with the demand for these pumps.i filed a complaint with the chrysler customer assistance center on july 11th.i don't know if it has done any good, but they do call the dealer each time i call them while they have me on the phone.i am trying to be patient because i love this car, but this is getting ridiculous.it is also having a new power seat memory module installed because both power seats stopped working and it had a new transfer case installed because of a clicking/clunking noise in the front end during turns.
Dt:the contact stated vehiclestall with no warning while making a left turn.the vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they could not duplicate the problem.the vehicle was taken back to the dealership, and they installed the autopilot.when they checked the autopilot, they state it was not working.upon further inspection, the dealership found there was a problem with the fuel pump.the part was ordered, but according to the manufacturer, the part was being redesigned ,and will not be available until the end of the year.the engine light came on, and the dealership suggested he ignore it.after fillingthe gas tank the gas gauge showed empty.the dealership stated this was part of the fuel pump problem.the gas gauge still is inoperable ,and he has to constantly put fuel in the vehicle.updated 12/7/2005.
For the last two months my car has not wanted to start on the first try.always have to turn the key a second time.this happens first thing in the morning since the car has sat all night. Also, my fuel gauge is not reading appropriately to the level of gas in the tank.at approximately a 1/4 of a tank the gauge instantly goes to empty.i put in 2 gallons of gas and miraculously the gas gauge reads 1/2 tank.now those who own a pacifies know that two gallons does not fill your tank half way. This morning my fuel gauge read 3/4 tank and my od read approx. 111 miles for the trip thus far.i wanted to fill it up but the car would only take in 2 gallons.turned on the car the fuel gauge did not move from 3/4 tank. Drove 25 miles and somehow my gauge read almost full.i have also noticed that at time when i step on the gas pedal my car does not seem to speed up.it is almost as if i was in neutral.i have brought my car back to the dealer on two occasions and have another appointment scheduled and they tell me that they can not duplicate the problem. They claim the car starts fine for them, even if left overnight.also, they claim to have syphoned gas out of my tank and the gauge reads appropriately to the amount of gas that was in the tank.approximately a year ago my car did stall as i was taking a left hand turn at a low speed.i immediately contacted the dealer and was told they it normal for a car to occasionally do that.these are very serious and potentially dangerous incident as i have my toddler with me in the car most of the time.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. When making left turns the vehicle stalled without prior warnings.usually after waiting for several minutes the vehicle can be restarted. His model year was affected by recall # 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module )(tcm, pcm). According to the recall thedealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from august 1, 2004 through september 30, 2004. The dealer will only update the software for his vehicle . He has to pay for the fuel pump. The failure mileage 80,000.
I have had multiple problems with this vehicle since its purchase date. 1/12/05- initially vehicle stalled while driving ~10 mph after slight right curve.no problem found. 6/9/05- the 2nd time it occurred was on a hill , coming to a stop to turn right. No problem found. 7/22/05- during left turn at an intersection, straightening wheel to right stalled. After speaking with chrysler technician, fuel tank believed to have problem, replaced fuel pump. 2/27/06- stalled again- no problem found9/26/06- sensor failure occurred on abs and traction control.12/12/06- vehicle lost all front lights in dash and wipers. -replaced body control computer. 1/16/07vehicle stalled while driving on state route at 45 mph- no problem found.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 25 mph, the vehicle coasted to a stop and failed.the vehicle was pushed into a parking lot.the following day, gasoline was added and the vehicle was restarted.the vehicle failed six times and was then taken to the dealer.the dealer stated that both fuel pumps needed to be replaced.the vin and engine size were unknown.the current mileage was 67,350 and failure mileage was 65,000.
Car stalls and reads that the tank is empty even when there is gas in the vehicle. It occurs regularly. Nothing has been done yet. I was told egr system, then throttle body, and now i supposedly need a $1000 fuel pump job. Very irritated.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact was involved in two crashes.in the first crash, the contact struck a deer and the air bags failed to deploy.the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair, but the more it was repaired, the more failures were found.in the second crash, the vehicle automatically accelerated uphill at a high rate of speed and spun out.the vehicle flipped over repeatedly and landed upside down, nearly killing the contact.the vehicle was destroyed.a police report was filed.after the crashes, she received a safety recall notice for the fuel pump module or program pcm.the speed, recall number, and mileages were unknown.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle stalled.the vehicle would not restart and it was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced.the vehicle was not repaired.the failure and current mileages were 80,000.
Check engine light at approximately 40,000 miles. The check light has come on the vehicle indicatingcylinder three misfired. I have taken vehicleto the shop the first time and had the coil replaced. The same light came on with the same warning. This time the spark plugs were replaced, the injections cleaned out, the throttle body cleaned out. I just got it back yesterday and i feel confident that i will have the same thing over the next few days. When this happens, the vehicle idles rough and the car has no power. This vehicle has been maintained higher than the standards call for in the manual. Looks like chrysler is good for about 40,000 miles, then be prepared to spend some money. I plan to trade the vehicle for a toyota, though i had supported american made vehicles in the past, with a product like this, you can't afford to. The total cost thus far has been $600.00. It appears that chrsyler knows the problem exists because of the bulletins, yet they will not recall the car ,and do what is right for the consumers. People can't afford to pay for a vehicle and repair it at the same time with so few miles. The pacifica is a great riding car ,and i otherwise thoroughly enjoyed it.
For the last two months my car has not wanted to start on the first try.always have to turn the key a second time.this happens first thing in the morning since the car has sat all night. Also, my fuel gauge is not reading appropriately to the level of gas in the tank.at approximately a 1/4 of a tank the gauge instantly goes to empty.i put in 2 gallons of gas and miraculously the gas gauge reads 1/2 tank.now those who own a pacifies know that two gallons does not fill your tank half way. This morning my fuel gauge read 3/4 tank and my od read approx. 111 miles for the trip thus far.i wanted to fill it up but the car would only take in 2 gallons.turned on the car the fuel gauge did not move from 3/4 tank. Drove 25 miles and somehow my gauge read almost full.i have also noticed that at time when i step on the gas pedal my car does not seem to speed up.it is almost as if i was in neutral.i have brought my car back to the dealer on two occasions and have another appointment scheduled and they tell me that they can not duplicate the problem. They claim the car starts fine for them, even if left overnight.also, they claim to have syphoned gas out of my tank and the gauge reads appropriately to the amount of gas that was in the tank.approximately a year ago my car did stall as i was taking a left hand turn at a low speed.i immediately contacted the dealer and was told they it normal for a car to occasionally do that.these are very serious and potentially dangerous incident as i have my toddler with me in the car most of the time.
2005 pacifica 3569 miles has stalled 5 times when turning left every time with the exception of once it stalls twice in the same day, causing a loss of power steering.
11/18/06 - car stalled in parking lot in ocean city, md.was able to restart it 8 hrs. Later. 11/19/06 - car stalled on chesapeake bay bridge (us 50) near end heading westward. Was able to coast onto shoulder. Car towed to dealer tate chrysler jeep, inc., glen burnie, md.11/22/06 - received in mail daimler chrysler's safety recall f44 --fuel pump and or reprogram pcm stating that a problem could cause engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.i took the recall notice to the dealer.service manager said that was not the cause of the problem.he said half of the engine would have to be replaced. Final cost --$4976 parts and labor.work was completed on 01/05/07. On 01/11/07, after about 300 miles of driving, engine stalled on baltimore-washington parkway (md295).i was again able to coast off onto the shoulder.car was towed back to tate chrysler, where it is now located.
While driving on highway 105, vehicle ran over some road debris (piece of metal) that subsequently punctured fuel tank. Fuel tank was temporarily patched to stop leak. Fuel tank is made of high-density polyethylene plastic and is unshielded in the forward area of the tank, exactly where it was struck by the road debris.
(1) vehicle driven two months after purchased used from dealer with about 12,500 miles on it ; tank filled to capacity normally, no stalling incidents.(2) vehicle began hesitating while downhill on a driveway, tank near empty. Filled tank, but only took 9.6 gallons. When driven to the top of the red empty range, car began to hesitate, or even stall at a stop light. Progressively from that point, less and less fuel can be pumped into the tank, and dealer determined that one half of the tank is full, the other at the filler neck is part full. Dealer believes a "valve" inside the tank is the problem -- part on order. Meanwhile, i can not fill the tank with more that 4.5 gallons, and it reads 2/3 full at that point. Car continues to stall on downhill driveway when gauge reads at the top of the red empty range. When tank cap is removed, there is a rush of air either in or out of the tank.
Dt:the contactbought a new 2005 chryslerpacifica.after 20 days of driving itwas on a residential street where vehicle shut off.there was no current to the battery.the contacttook the vehicleto the mechanic, and they told me they could not duplicate it.then they called chrysler, and they told himthat the problem happened because thegas tank dropped below half full.also, theysaid that they would be working on this problem in january or february2006.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has a stalling problem.at slow speeds it stalls out on me and on the highway when traffic slows down.
Sticky accelerator pedal 2005 chrysler pacifica. No easy way to accelerate out of full stop.
Periodic(very often) gas pedal gets very hard and does not push down. Have to apply lots of force ,for it to work properly.this happens very often.
Sticking gas pedal on 2005 chrysler pacific.
2005 chrysler pacifica has stalled 4 times.each time the vehicle had been brought to a complete stop at a stop sign, then the vehicle stalled.vehicle was put in park and restarted.i noticed that each time the vehicle had approximately 1/4 tank of gas or less.the last two times it stalled i put $7 of gas in the vehicle and the gas gauge showed 1/2 tank.obviously this is not likely as it takes approximately $50 to fill the tank. After approximately 45 miles the gas tank gauge went from 1/2 tank to 1/8 tank in the blind of an eye.also, vehicle was only getting approximately 200 miles for a full tank.vehicle is currently at the dealership, however, at this point the dealership is saying that they cannot "recreate" the situation and have a call in to chrysler to see if they can advise further.
Accelerator sticks badly requiring very heavy foot pressure to break loose, causing vehicle to jump forward.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica. After filling the vehicle with fuel, the car will surge, lunge, and sometimes die. This happens every time the fuel tank is filled. I have had the vehicle in to service it more than 4 times, the latest time the dealer has had it over a week and cannot find the problem. The gas tank has been replaced, all fuel lines cleaned, pistons cleaned, fuel pump replaced, software flashed. All recalls have been performed.this is a major life/safety hazard, as the last time it happened i was turning left against traffic.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring edition awd with approximately 48,000 miles. This past week, my vehicle started stalling at stops. After my spouse took it to a car repair facility, they could not find any codes. She stated she had 1/2 tank of fuel showing. I had to rent a trailer to pick the vehicle up and drop it off at the dealer. When i started the vehicle the fuel gauge went from 1/2 to empty. I dropped it off at the dealer and they performed the repairs for the stalling problem. When i picked up the car, the service technician told me they had to put $10 dollars of fuel in it cause it was showing empty and that the tank low fuel light was on. According to the trip indication of fuel mileage, it said i had 18 miles until empty. I started the car and the fuel gauge went to 1/2 tank! okay problem here!! i had the technician put it back on diagnostic and showed no codes and fuel quantity was at 18 miles left according to the computer. I went straight to the gas station and attempted to fill the tank, it only took 6.73 gallons and would not take any more. I called the dealer and they said it was the tank sending units (2ea) that would have to be replaced. Looking at other complaints, we all have a problem with this model and year.
I have a 2005 chyrsler pacifica.the gas pedal is sticking.it sticks hard enough that you have to forcefully push the accelerator peddle down.this causes unwanted rapid acceleration!the problem is getting worse in the past three weeks.the pedal has gotten stuck four times.i was backing out of a parking space and the car accelerated in reverse.unsure, if my family car is safe, for my family.
Poping noises at front end on driver and passenger sides, while turning at slow speeds going forward and backing up.also filled up gas tank, "mileage/guage till empty" was 344, drove one mile and it went to 243.it is currently in the shop again, they are waiting on a part "shaft" to replace it.they usually don't have old parts available because it is still under warranty.
I just took my 2005 chrysler pacific in due to the gas pedal sticking.the gas pedal would stick and i would have to press on it hard in order for it to work. This would happen almost everytime i started up my car.the service person stated that there was some type build up due to wear and tear on the vehicle. I only have 42,000 miles on my car.i paid for the repair (approx $190) because my warranty didn't cover the problem.i can't believe that at 42,000 this would happen.
First noticed gas gage suddenly dropped from 3/4 tank to empty, low fuel warning and check engine light came on.fuel gage would again rise up to full then drop to empty.called dealer who asked for my vin number and told me my car was not subject to recall.gas gage is no longer functioning at all & i have no idea how much gas i have in my tank - i'm unable at this point to afford the repair.new problem has arisen, yesterday and today my car has stalled, causing me to engage park and restart my engine.first time i was going up a small hill and this morning i was maneuvering around a round about.seems very similar to other reports on this particular model and those who have registered a complaint.
I own a 2005 pacifica touring edition. A couple months ago it stalled out and said i was out of gas. I figured someone might have suffered the gas from my tank so i went and filled up and it only took 7 dollars of gas. Tank read half tank. Within 50 miles, car stalled and said it was empty again. Went to gas station again and it only took 12 dollars of gas. The last straw was i was on the interstate and it stalled in the fast lane going up hill. We almost got hit by a tractor trailer. We drifted back into median and had car towed to the shop. They said nothing is wrong except for the fact i was out of gas but they could not find any leaks. I left there went to gas station, only a mile away, and it took 3 dollars to fill it up! this happens on a frequent basis and every shop says there is nothing wrong. Obviously there is something wrong! i read other reports with the same problem! so what can be done to fix problem? why hasn't chrysler recalled the fuel pump or whatever is causing the problem??? if this doesn't get fixed soon, someone is going to be seriously injured or killed by their car stalling! please fix this problem chrysler!
Headlamp failure, causing replacement several times since purchase in 7/05.sluggish driving/acceleration,accelerator sticking.
Purchased the car six weeks ago and it has 2,500 miles on it. I was making a left turn onto a busy exit entering a major highway (route 1n) and the car stalled and steering wheel locked.i have a four year old and a two year old.thank god they were not in the car with me.no accident occurred.the dealer appointment is in five days at which they will test drive the vehicle with me to try to recreate the situation.
-the contact called received recall notice 06v432000 .she stated that repair was done on 12/18/06 for the fuel pump. The contact states that on 12/19/06 the vehicle wouldn't start.thevehicle was towed by aaa to dealership,the dealership told her that the replacement fuel pump was defective, and they replaced it again.the contact stated that on 12/22/06 after 2nd replacement she was driving at a speed of 80 mph when the vehicle lost power, there was no indication or warning lights.the contact was able to pull the vehicle off to the side of the road, she turned off the ignition switch and turned it back on, and the vehicle started up.
Rick hendrick jeep/chrysler, north charleston, sc did not perform the necessary job duties to remedy the safety recall of the fuel pump on my 2005 chrysler pacifica.the dealer had my vehicle for 4 days, but the recall was not properly corrected which caused major danger to myself and my family!i first began to smell gas on tuesday evening after i filled my gas tank and continued to smell excessive gas on wednesday so i called the service department.i was told to bring my vehicle back to be checked out, but they claimed nothing was found!so i returned home on their word.the very next day, thursday, i proceeded to fill my gas tank again to take a road trip out of state that evening, but as my tank was filling so was the ground of the gas station...i was very upset at this point!!!!i called rick hendrick's service manager who didn't exhibit any remorse for my endangerment!i was quite irate at this point because i felt endangered and was suppose to be on my way out of town, but could not leave due to rick hendrick's service department lack of responsibility to take care of me as a customer satifactorily!i told the s.m. That i wanted to be compensated for the two gas fill-ups that i had lost due to their problem, but he did not compensate me!my vehicle and myself was towed to the dealer, and finally they found that they were at fault...not myself!they did not put the correct seal on my vehicle, therefore, the gas was leaking out!i was not treated satisfactorily once i arrived at the dealer.this was a total inconvenience traveling 50 miles each time for their problem!i want compensation, and a formal apology from rick hendrick!i also contacted the general manager who has never called me back regarding this matter, therefore, i will seek other recourses.i will definitely not recommend anyone to purchase a vehicle from there, and i have decided not to give them my business any longer!
Since of october of 2005 my chrysler pacifica 2005 touring has stalled numerous times.one particular incident i remember is when i was make a permissible u-turn and the vehicle stalled.fortunately for me there was not on-coming traffic and i placed the vehicle in park and restarted the ignition.the stall issues complete power failure in the vehicle.the engine is very loud at low speeds and idles.currently the fuel gauge is reading incorrectly.according to epa estimates miles on a tank is 393 miles, the gauge reads 301-312.also, the vehicle around november started to experience difficult cold starts.initially i attributed that to cold weather, however the problem has become persistent.the was an accident in january 2006 with my wife at the wheel but i has yet to be determined if it was due to vehicular or driver error.while i am not a professional auto mechanic or ase certified, my opinion is that this is an issue with the vehicles intake and possibly a misfire of the pistons.i have submitted the vehicle to a chrysler facility for
2005 chrysler pacifica has stalled 4 times.each time the vehicle had been brought to a complete stop at a stop sign, then the vehicle stalled.vehicle was put in park and restarted.i noticed that each time the vehicle had approximately 1/4 tank of gas or less.the last two times it stalled i put $7 of gas in the vehicle and the gas gauge showed 1/2 tank.obviously this is not likely as it takes approximately $50 to fill the tank. After approximately 45 miles the gas tank gauge went from 1/2 tank to 1/8 tank in the blind of an eye.also, vehicle was only getting approximately 200 miles for a full tank.vehicle is currently at the dealership, however, at this point the dealership is saying that they cannot "recreate" the situation and have a call in to chrysler to see if they can advise further.
Fuel gauge drops to empty with only 16 out of 23 gallons in tank used. Refilled several times, same result. Today while parked downhill, gauge read completely empty (still had approximately 7 gallons) would not start as if out of gas. Once on an upslope gauge went to 3/8. Could not start on down slope.
For the last two months my car has not wanted to start on the first try.always have to turn the key a second time.this happens first thing in the morning since the car has sat all night. Also, my fuel gauge is not reading appropriately to the level of gas in the tank.at approximately a 1/4 of a tank the gauge instantly goes to empty.i put in 2 gallons of gas and miraculously the gas gauge reads 1/2 tank.now those who own a pacifies know that two gallons does not fill your tank half way. This morning my fuel gauge read 3/4 tank and my od read approx. 111 miles for the trip thus far.i wanted to fill it up but the car would only take in 2 gallons.turned on the car the fuel gauge did not move from 3/4 tank. Drove 25 miles and somehow my gauge read almost full.i have also noticed that at time when i step on the gas pedal my car does not seem to speed up.it is almost as if i was in neutral.i have brought my car back to the dealer on two occasions and have another appointment scheduled and they tell me that they can not duplicate the problem. They claim the car starts fine for them, even if left overnight.also, they claim to have syphoned gas out of my tank and the gauge reads appropriately to the amount of gas that was in the tank.approximately a year ago my car did stall as i was taking a left hand turn at a low speed.i immediately contacted the dealer and was told they it normal for a car to occasionally do that.these are very serious and potentially dangerous incident as i have my toddler with me in the car most of the time.
Vehicle fuel indicators very erratic, shows full tank then quickly drops to empty showing no miles to empty and car stalls out. Dealership replaced fuel pumps and problem persists. Keep gas tank above 1/2 to avoid stalling. Dealer does not know what to do. Referring them to safety recall f44 ? fuel pump module and/or reprogram pcm (does not apply to this vin allegedly). Waiting on response.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated when braking or when coming to a complete stop, the vehicle would stall without warning. In addition, the fuel level gauge would read inaccurate fuel levels. The dealer advised that the vehicle was not under recall and would not provide any further assistance. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage 102900.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 65 mph, the fuel gauge went from half a tank to empty.the contact stated that the vehicle would not accept fuel.the check engine light illuminated and the headlights were inoperable.the dealer stated that the fuel pump and wiring harness caused the failures.the fuel pump, headlight bulb, and the wiring harness were replaced; however, the failures continued.the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v066000 (exterior lighting: headlights) and nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module (tcm, pcm)).the failure mileage was 68,000 and current mileage was 69,000.updated 03/14/08.*ljthe consumer stated the fuel gauge was not reading properly
I just came out from car wash i turned right on to the freeway soon as i reached 50mph my vehicle made a weird noise and shut off. The steering wheel locked i had to pull off free way(no accident, thankfully) go to a safe place put it in park try starting it it wouldn't start. Smoke came out from back passenger rear tire. Let my car sit over night tried to start it next morning, wouldn't start. Towed it into shop they couldn't find the problem but later they told me i need a whole new engine. I only got to drive it 2x before it stalled. I really like it and wish i can get it fixed
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at 65 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to stop. The contact felt a vibration coming from the brake pedal. The contact had to shift the gear into neutral in order to stop the vehicle. The abs and engine warning lights illuminated. In addition, "new fuel cap" was displayed across the message board. The vehicle was taken to the dealer multiple times and the fuel cap was replaced. The dealer was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rotors needed to be resurfaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
We just bought our 2005 chrysler pacifica not to long ago, and the check engine light comes on and stays on, it also affects our gas milage, we had it checked and that's when we found out that there is a recall on the gas sensor in the tank, and every now and again when we make left hand turns it dies on us. We have a child with multiple disabilities and we need a vehicle that is going to be safe to get him to his appointments.
There is a very strong fuel smell that is seeping into the passenger compartment of the car. It seems to appear around 40 to 50 mph and is very strong in the last week.at 125,000 mi the abs sensors turns on and off constantly. When you first press the brakes it does not grab the rotors and continues to not stop until the abs light comes on and the brakes perform normal. This is very scary because the car almost went thru several intersections without stopping.the fuel indicator drops to almost empty when it falls below half a tank for about 6 months.
My fuel gauge is not reading anything when it's on full i looked other recalls back in those times andthat the fuel pump which is the primary wasn't reading the secondary fuel pump
Car been having problems with ca gage and fuel. Car was just filled and only allowed 3 gallons in but said full on gauge. Car went about 5 miles before completely shutting off while driving down road causing jerk forward for driver.updated 4/24/2015
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the fuel gauge malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to stall. The contact stated that there was fuel in the vehicle however, the fuel tank displayed a reading of empty and caused the vehicle to stall. The contact also stated that when she tried to fill the fuel tank, fuel would spew back out as if the tank was full. The contact also stated that the rack and pinion had to be replaced three times. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000 and current mileage was 160,000.
I was driving back from a picnicwith my family,going home my car just stopped white smoke was pouring out of the tailpipeand smelt gas really bad it was a horrible experience but my main problem is i only have had this car sine february 19 2013 and so i called my insurance company and had it towed to my home.i called my warranty company they said bring it to the nearest chrysler dealership and have it looked at so i did in the mean time i check to see any recalls on my vehicle and there is one for the fuel module and power train so i got a phone call from the person that i was speaking with he said my car caught on fire and now i need a newengine this is a 5000.0 dollar engine that i don't have now my warranty said they were not going to cover it and the guy i am financing the car said for me to eat the loss well i am very unhappy right now becausei have no car and no answers to why this happened i also don't want anyoneelse to go through this kind of thing thank god my family was not in the car when it caught on fire or there would be more serious consciences if anyone could please contact me in trying to help me figure out what happened that would be great everyone i talk to said that chrysler should beable to help me. I am not looking to have to bring in a lawyer or anything like that i would just like to know how would you feel if it happened to you and if possiblehow to restore my faith in chrysler again.
Driving home on highway with three children in the car.gas gauge suddenly drops from1/2 tank to empty and car stalls immediately on the highway.i am towed to a gas station where i try to put gas into the tank and am only able to put a gallon or two in at a time as if the tank were full.past 6 months, the gas gauge is inconsistent, drops from 1/2 to empty and am unable to put more than a gallon or two in at a time.mechanics as well as myself contact chrysler who claim that they don't know what the problem could be.i look on-line and see that pacifica's have been recalled for this exact problem. I ask that you look into how my pacifica is different from the ones that have been recalled.it is the same year as others that have been recalled and is doing the exact same thing as those on the recall list.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle ran out of fuel although the fuel gauge indicated 1/2 tank of fuel was present. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel sending unit was faulty. The contact indicated that the failure caused the check engine light to illuminate and the driver side headlight to stop working. The light bulb was replaced, but the failure continued to occur. The failures were not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 84,000.
While turning into the bank parking lot at 10mph the car just stalled.i was unable to brake or steer out the way. When gas gauge reads empty i am unable to fill the tank with gas as it begins to spill back out. Gas gauge reads 1/2 full when it is really empty? miles to empty sensor incorrect therefore i have no idea when i need gas. Driver side exterior headlamp seems dimmer than the other lamp.after repairing the entire front end(suspension) still sounds like the front end is going to fall apart when driving on ohio roads.felt it was necessary to document as i do not feel safe in this car.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While refueling the fuel tank, the fuel pump nozzle stopped indicating that the fuel tank was full. After a few days of being driven, the vehicle stalled due to lack of fuel; however, the fuel level indicator displayed that there was fuel in the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the john offer dealer (located on 3220 sw topeka, topeka, ks 66611) where the vehicle was once repaired (diagnostic unknown); however, the failure recurred. The contact called the dealer and was informed that there would be diagnostic and repair fees. The vehicle was not repaired due to the diagnostic and repair fees. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they would not repair the vehicle a second time. No further assistance was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 193,000.
While driving, the fuel gauge will fluctuate erratically and, occasionally, i will completely lose power while driving
Since i purchased my vehicle the front low beam lights have went out numerous times while driving at night. I have had them replaced on several occasions and the problem persists. Recently i have had problems with my battery and was told by pepboys auto shop that something is draining the battery and its possibility is the exterior lighting/headlamps. Even though i continue to replace the headlamps they keep going out and my battery is being drained. After 2 batteries in 3 years i had the alternator checked and it was in good condition. I was told to look up a recall list where i found exterior lighting 05v066000 and i called. I also have had a fuel pump problem that seems to exist and no one can figure out way. After getting it fixed by the chrysler dealership twice my vehicle will not pass smog because of another leak. I also found out that there are complaints of some similar issues fuel pump/powertrain control module software 06v432000 and i called. Please put these to issues on the recall list so that auto owners will be safe on the road and california's air will not be polluted by the fumes.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle independently decelerate to 30 mph.the contact depressed the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would not accelerate over 5 mph. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic, who replaced the fuel pump filter and fuel pressure regulator however the failure was not corrected.the manufacturer advised the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number 06v432000 (power train). The approximate failure and current mileage was 105,000.
Gas gauge fluctuates to empty with light and chime announcing no gas, but there is a three quarter tank full of gas.the engine turns off and steering locks without power.used car purchased yesterday and we were stranded until we filled the tank with three gallonsthe car was in motion the first time it stalled. The second time it was idling at a stop light. The third time was in a parking lot. I turned the engine off than back on it resumed . We were heading in a straight directions.
As i sat at a stop light waiting for it to turn green, the speedometer jumped up to 20 mph and the vehicle lunged forward. I almost rear ended the vehicle in front of me. The vehicles check engine light came on and had stated on since than. I had the code scanned and it came back as codes p0700 and p0740. I searched for the meaning of those codes and they pretty much said it was the tcm (transmission control module) which had been recalled on several chrysler pacifica's. I called the local dealer and they said that was not a recall on my vin specific vehicle. I of course asked how it was not recalled on my vehicle when everything i have read says it was for all 2005-2006 pacifica's. There have been other reports of this same incident happening with other pacifica owners as well. I would like to have the tcm on my vehicle recalled and replaced just as thousands of others were. If i had been and closer to any of the vehicles in front of me the several times this has happened then i would have rear ended several people by now and none of the accidents would have been my fault. These incidents happen every time i am driving in town. It never lunes forward as far as i am aware, on the freeway. Please help me fix this problem before it does cause an accident.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While attempting to accelerate the vehicle, it stalled without warning. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and diagnosed that there was no fuel. The contact noticed that the fuel gauge displayed that the vehicle was filled with fuel. The contact mentioned that the vehicle stalled numerous times without warning. The vehicle was towed to an unknown shop where the failure was undetermined; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train) was repaired before she became the owner. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 184,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that whenever he refueled the vehicle, gasoline would spew from the filler neck valve despite the amount of fuel in the vehicle or the amount being added. The contact stated that the problem recurred whenever refueling. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
I am continuously having problems with the fuel system.it constantly runs out of gas even though i may have recently put gas in.the gauge is always floating between empty and full, but within driving for a few minutes it will drop down on "e" and the gas light comes on.i've had the fuel line and tank checked for blockage, but the certified mechanic says that there's nothing blocking either.i must make frequent stops to put gas in again, but at no time will it allow me to pump more than $10-$15 worth of gas (regardless of the gas prices).knowing that i've just put gas in, i'll continue to drive a while, but then the car will begin to slow down because it has shut down and the low fuel light will either come on or be on.i was told that there was or maybe a recall that effects my vehicle and i don't know what else to do to get help on this problem.
The 2005 chrystler pacifica was traveling 35 mph in the winter on a paved road when it just died no warning.i had it towed to my house for further testing.the car tries starting but never turns over act like no fuel. I then hooked it up to my foxwell nt630 elite obd2 scanner it detected codes p0340, p2066, p0700, & p0461code p0340 cam shaft position sensor a circuit bank 1 or single sensor(part replaced).code p2066 fuel level sensor b (performance).code p0700 transmission control system.code p0461 fuel level sensor a (range/performance)nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000manufacturer daimlerchrysler corporationcomponents power trainpotential number of units affected 127,928summary: on certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.remedydealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from august 1, 2004 through september 30, 2004. The recall began on november 21, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.two separate defect conditions that could result in engine stall while driving in model year (my) 2005-2006 chrysler pacifica vehicles (nhtsa recall no. 06v-432). My 2005 vehicles built in august and september of 2004 are being recalled to correct a defect in the secondary fuel pump modules, which may have an improper press fitting on the inlet that can become dislodged and shut-off fuel flow. All my 2005-2006 vehicles built between july 8, 2004 and november 11, 2005 are being recalled to correct a powertrain control module (pcm) software issue with the evaporative emissions system which can also cause stalling. For both conditions, engine stall incidents tend to occur during left turns. Nhtsa action number: rq06002
I drove out from car wash i was going about 35mph then i turned right on to the freeway soon as i reached 50mph my vehicle made a weird noise and shut off as im on the freeway. There were no warning lights on whatsoever although i got a "gas cap" message. The steering wheel locked i had to pull offthe free way(no accident, thankfully) the breaks were hard to push down i had no choice but to let it roll through traffic i got to a safe place i put it in park waited about 30 minutes to try starting it, it would not start. Smoke came out from back passenger rear tire. Let my car sit over night tried to start it the next morning, again it would not start. I had it towed it into shop they could not find the problem i had left my vehicle in the shop for a week other mechanics discovered the problem. Later they told me i need a whole new engine. I only got to drive it 2x before it stalled. I really like it and wish i can get it fixedi do believe it has to do with the power train, fuel propulsion, and engine.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to intake fuel when the nozzle was inserted in the fuel tank. The contact mentioned that the fuel gauge incorrectly read half full, but it was empty. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Takata recall the car lurches forward and bangs when stopped, also while stopped the car registers 20mph. When driving speed reaches 60mph the car has power surges and shutters, the car makes a loud whining noise while driving like it is stuck in high gear. The car has a high rpm speed of 4-6rpms while driving. The service engine light is on at all times.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the key was difficult to turn in the ignition to start the vehicle. In addition, the fuel gauge was showing a low fuel amount after the vehicle had been filled with fuel. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer issued a safety recall (f44 ' fuel pump module and/or reprogram pcm). The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
The car will just go from half of a tank to e. My husband and son were stranded, because when they left the house it was at a half and then dropped all the way down to e, car stopped. This is very dangerous and i am very upset. We have taken the car back to the car lot at least 5 times, the fuel pump was replaced x 2, then they changed the fuel sensor. The car has never stopped dropping down to e. This is very frustrating, chrysler should recall these cars. Plz help me and thousand more thnx and god bless
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the fuel gauge dropped to empty when there was still fuel in the cylinder. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. Te failure mileage was approximately 147,454.
Gas tank jumps to empty when it reaches half a tank. Fuel not being transmitted properly and causes the car to stop running
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the accelerator pedal became stuck causing the vehicle to accelerate without manual force. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge failed with the illumination of the low fuel and check engine warning lights. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.
Car loses power and cuts off due to pcm and fuel system
My vehicle all of a sudden started to reflect an empty tank after a few minutes of driving after putting about a half a tank or more of fuel in the tank. I had one of the fuel pumps replaced and it seemed to have fixed the problem for a week or so and then it was doing the same thing again.
When i was driving on the freeway (driving 45 mi/hr), it stopped moving accelerating (seems like the car is actually slowing down) even when i was stepping on the gas pedal. And then the car stalled.......it was a good thing i was on the very right side of the lane. The fuel pump module and/or the powertrain control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will need to reprogram/replace the pcm/tcm and/or replace thefuel pump module to correct this concern. In most cases, aside from stalling and engine revving up and down on its own, there's a lot of hard jerking when driving the vehicle. It seems like the engine has a mind of its own since when i accelerate, the car will not move or delay in moving forward and if i let go of the gas, the car moves forward. It's a safety concern.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While parked, the contact smelled fuel coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that there was an odd smell coming from the vehicle that was not fuel related. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame was rusted out and needed to be replaced. The power steering was leaking and the contact was informed that the fuel pump may need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle shook and shuttered. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure codes indicated that there were issues with the torque converter and the fuel pump delivery. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While attempting to refuel the vehicle, the fuel pump would shut off each time after dispensing 2/10 of a gallon of fuel. In addition, while operating the vehicle, the fuel gauge displayed false readings that indicated the fuel tank was half full before the vehicle stalled due to no fuel. Also, the fuel mileage range displayed false information, indicating that the fuel mileage range was 120 miles before the vehicle stalled due to a lack of fuel. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who replaced filters and valves, but the failure continued. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 120,000.
My vehicle is having the same issue as the recall. I contacted chrysler on july 30 2014. And was told that my vin was not apart of the recall. I told them my vehicle is stalling as im going over 50mph my gas tank goes from half full to empty and the e light turns on. If i don't rush to the gas station my car will die as if it had no fuel left. ( leaving me stranded on the side of the road. With my children ). When i do put gas in its very slow and i have to hold the bar back on the gas pump itself or my car will turn the pump handle off. My rpm jumps up and down as im accelerating. It feels like my engine is hesitating.my gas pedal gets stuck while driving and i have to tap it with my foot to unstick it. How is this even safe. To recall some and not others.i'm a stay at home mother to 3 boys under the age of 5 years old. I read online the horror stories of people with the same problem and year make model everything and chrysler is not doing anything to fix the problem. Please help me fix this problem before me and my children and everyone else before a serious accident is to happen. As of right now my car is state inspected. But i do not feel safe driving it anymore i so not want to risk the safety of my children's lives.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. After refueling the fuel tankthe fuel pump failed each time. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the abs and check engine indicator kept illuminating, and the fuel pump and fuel cap needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 176,000. Updated 05/10/17*lj
The vehicle has stalled multiple times during a left turn.apparently many of the 05 pacificas were recalled for this issue, but the chrysler service said my vehicle was not under the recall even though it has the same issue under the recall. 06v432000.since my vin does not pull up the recall they will not cover fixing the vehicle, even though so many other cars were recalled in the same year for this dangerous issue.
Since i purchased this in 2008, i have replaced the axle, 2wheel bearings a few months ago, a few years ago 1 abs sensor was replaced via warranty but they wouldn't replace the other - which went out 2 months later.they knew it was going to. I replaced the transmission 2 years, the fuel pump & catalytic converter last year, just replaced the oil pan gasket 2 months ago, the radiator 2 weeks ago due to coolant lead, and now the water pump is leaking coolant. This is just what i can think of off the top of my head.it has been one problem after the other with this vehicle and i have spent a fortune on it.i can't afford to replace it & my vin doesn't show up on the recalls.
Took to get a wheel alignment and they said it was a cracked framed and check engine light always on saying a fuse
My problems began on 10/03/05 @ 2,826 miles.since that time there have been a litany of problems through eighteenmonths.wheel sensors -6 were replaced. Front end noise like a rubbing sound.returned to dealer several times. Accelerator sticking. Returned to dealer several times each time they lubricated the linkage but after two weeks the problem continued. At this point nothing else was done concerning the accelerator. Next, problem a defective axle, replaced.power module replaced.doors would not lock and car would not start after installation of the power module.the car had to be towed to the dealer. It was repaired.parking brake assembly fell apart in the rear brakes as i was driving down the highway.parking brake assembly replaced by the dealer.front end vibration again brought to dealers attention.another wheel sensor replaced.on 5/24/07 brought my pacifica back to the dealer concerning the front end noise.they replaced the power steering pump on 5/30/07.on 6/04/07 returned to the dealer noise in front end still there.also, the accelerator still sticks.concerning the front end noise, they said that a power steering line was leaking and they repaired it.the accelerator butterfly was finally replaced after over a year of complaints.on 6/08/07 i returned the car because of the same noise in the front end every time you turn left or right.at this point they decided to replace the steering rack. I picked up the car on 6/14/07 the vibration rubbing noise was still there.i returned to the dealer on 6/15/07.the service manager told me that they could not fix the car and to take the car home and wait for chrysler to call.it has now been 6 weeks and they have not called.i have called the dealer several times for up dates ,they say that they do not have any information.chrysler's letter, dated 6/26/07 states, " we consider this matter closed," even though the car has still not been repaired.
Headlight bulbs keep burning out.at least 6 times since 2007. The first time both lamps were replaced even though only one had gone out, the rest of the times they were replace individually and every time sylvania bulbs were used. I feel this constitutes a safety problem and not normal maintenance.also the drivers door lock mechanism broke in dec. 2009 where the door would not latch close and had to be tied shut the take it for repair.i feel this is also a serious safety failure.
We have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has been acting up. The headlamps and interior lamps will flicker like there is a short, and then the abs and brake lights will come on and chime. The radio will also have a pop noise and turn off. The vehicle has lost power twice now while coming to a stop at a traffic light and in our driveway. Now the door lock actuator is not working properly. With reading all the complaints this vehicle has on the same items, i would think a major recall would need to be made before someone gets seriously hurt, if someone hasn't all ready.
2005 chrysler pacifica.rear hatch would not unlock with remote.it was at that time i realized the remote is the only way to open the rear hatch there is no manual handle inside and no key outside.i also have a 2005 dodge neon that cost about a third of the pacifica that has a electric trunk that you can open with a remote, a key and there is a release handle.
My problems began on 10/03/05 @ 2,826 miles.since that time there have been a litany of problems through eighteenmonths.wheel sensors -6 were replaced. Front end noise like a rubbing sound.returned to dealer several times. Accelerator sticking. Returned to dealer several times each time they lubricated the linkage but after two weeks the problem continued. At this point nothing else was done concerning the accelerator. Next, problem a defective axle, replaced.power module replaced.doors would not lock and car would not start after installation of the power module.the car had to be towed to the dealer. It was repaired.parking brake assembly fell apart in the rear brakes as i was driving down the highway.parking brake assembly replaced by the dealer.front end vibration again brought to dealers attention.another wheel sensor replaced.on 5/24/07 brought my pacifica back to the dealer concerning the front end noise.they replaced the power steering pump on 5/30/07.on 6/04/07 returned to the dealer noise in front end still there.also, the accelerator still sticks.concerning the front end noise, they said that a power steering line was leaking and they repaired it.the accelerator butterfly was finally replaced after over a year of complaints.on 6/08/07 i returned the car because of the same noise in the front end every time you turn left or right.at this point they decided to replace the steering rack. I picked up the car on 6/14/07 the vibration rubbing noise was still there.i returned to the dealer on 6/15/07.the service manager told me that they could not fix the car and to take the car home and wait for chrysler to call.it has now been 6 weeks and they have not called.i have called the dealer several times for up dates ,they say that they do not have any information.chrysler's letter, dated 6/26/07 states, " we consider this matter closed," even though the car has still not been repaired.
I was driving back from a picnicwith my family,going home my car just stopped white smoke was pouring out of the tailpipeand smelt gas really bad it was a horrible experience but my main problem is i only have had this car sine february 19 2013 and so i called my insurance company and had it towed to my home.i called my warranty company they said bring it to the nearest chrysler dealership and have it looked at so i did in the mean time i check to see any recalls on my vehicle and there is one for the fuel module and power train so i got a phone call from the person that i was speaking with he said my car caught on fire and now i need a newengine this is a 5000.0 dollar engine that i don't have now my warranty said they were not going to cover it and the guy i am financing the car said for me to eat the loss well i am very unhappy right now becausei have no car and no answers to why this happened i also don't want anyoneelse to go through this kind of thing thank god my family was not in the car when it caught on fire or there would be more serious consciences if anyone could please contact me in trying to help me figure out what happened that would be great everyone i talk to said that chrysler should beable to help me. I am not looking to have to bring in a lawyer or anything like that i would just like to know how would you feel if it happened to you and if possiblehow to restore my faith in chrysler again.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated his engine light constantly illuminated when his vehicle stalled while driving 40 to 50 mph. The vehicle was towed to the dealer in order to restart the engine. The dealer was notified and stated the fuel pump module and the power train control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall and needed to be replaced at the owners expense since the recall did not include his vin. Nhtsa recall campaign id number: 06v432000, power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm) was related to the failure. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 113,000.
I was driving and getting ready to turn at a light and as soon as i started to turn my car turned off. Also when i brake somewhat fast it makes a big clunking sound. Also ever since i've had the car it seems to shift pretty hard. I am mostly concerned with is turning off on me while i am driving though.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 5 mph in a residential driveway, the contact engaged the brakes and the vehicle lunged forward abnormally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated to the contact that the failure was contributed to a faulty power transfer unit. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Head lights cut off and on intermittently engine idles ruff
Accessed the interstate.car slipped out of gear and started making a whining noise.could not change speed so had to pull over to side of road and wait on tow.had just done routine check/flush fluid.there were no noticeable trouble during diagnostic testing.
Bought the car in january, 2009, the car stop on the freeway,push on the gas would not go, pedal stuck, the coolant systems do not work car will run hot,called chrysler, they were no help is there any thing can be done, you buy a car and it is a piece of junk, all chrysler do is pass the buck as well get stuck with junk.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. Within less than 30 days of the contact owning the vehicle, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked and the transmission slowly shifted in and out of gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the sensors could be the cause of the failure. The vehicle was also taken back to the dealer it was purchased from and the alternator assembly was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was also taken to bergstrom used car super center of appleton (2925 n victory ln, appleton, wi 54913, (920) 749-3232) where it was diagnosed that the frame had extensive rust, holes, and corrosion that could affect the motor, rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
05 chrys-pac on 11-15-09 driving on interstate 87n turned on ac to clear windows everything in the car went dead, engine, elect pwr everything, no pwr steering, nopwr brakes, just made it to road side with out getting hit. After a short time the car started again and was driven home.
When driving the car would stall at stop signs or has issues maintaining speed going up hills. Also i took the vehicle into a mechanic and they told me the sub-frame is completely rotted through and the steering is being held together with 1 bolt. They stated the car is unsafe to drive.
I have just performed routine (10/03/20014) maintenance on my 2005 chrysler pacifica. The mechanic called to inform me of significant corrosion problem with the cross member (cradle) that supports the engine, transmission, front suspension and steering. His visual inspection, as well as mine, showed more then 75% of the passenger side cradle rusted away. An open case # 25736224 has been established by chrysler customer support. My pacifica was produced september 30, 2004 which is outside of the assembly dates established by chrysler for extended warranty coverage. Failure of the cross member (cradle) would cause loss of steering, engine and transmission failure, and severed brake lines. Because this is a major safety issue it should be repaired by chrysler corporation.
I had gotten a catalytic converter approximately 2 years ago and now the chrysler dealer say i need another one i thought they last longer than that, instead they say its wear and tear i do not think so i think there is a defect in theemission.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 10 mph and making a right or left turn, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Vehicle occasionally stalls when making a left turn. A popping sound occurs when turning to the left, the sound seems to be coming from the left tire hub. Also there is a clicking sound when the transmission shifts gears.please send me any information regarding recalls for these problems,as i am a single mother who transports small children daily in this vehicle, with limited resources.
The vehicle has stalled multiple times during a left turn.apparently many of the 05 pacificas were recalled for this issue, but the chrysler service said my vehicle was not under the recall even though it has the same issue under the recall. 06v432000.since my vin does not pull up the recall they will not cover fixing the vehicle, even though so many other cars were recalled in the same year for this dangerous issue.
Very loud popping/clunk sound from front half of vehicle.car in reverse backing out of garage, wheels turned to straighten out and then shifting into drive, car makes a loud pop when making first turn.brought to dealer, replaced axles, still popping.returned to repair, couldn't find problem.brought in again and replaced axles again saying they were sure it was a bad batch previously.still popping loud.car has to be cold, can't duplicate for dealer.i fear something is breaking and will cause an accident.
Nhtsa please notice how many people have submitted this problem. Over 50 just since this january. Subframe corrosion to the point the mechanic didn't even think it should be driven home. Engine, transmission, front wheels could all fall at any moment. Why hasn't anyone done anything about this? i see over 50 people have complained about this very problem since only this january. Luckily we noticed it, hate to think of all the other pacifica drivers out there that have no idea the danger they are in. What will it take? one death? two deaths? how many people, chrysler? this is obviously a major problem and needs to be fixed at no cost to the consumer. Who has $2500 to repair their car? not us. Will be contacting chrysler to no avail i'm sure but worth a try.
My vehicle began stalling while being driven on the street and highways, when turning and while stopped for light changes. Had to have battery "jumped" or charged several times. Battery had to be replaced twice because of discharged from alternator. Had alternator replaced. Battery continued to drained. Vehicle ran for one day and completely shut down while in motion. After jump starting the battery, vehicle ran for a couple of minutes. Was told by service mechanics, battery or alternator problems even after having those parts replaced. Finally had the vehicle towed to dealership that specialized in chryslers and was shock when he stated it was the pcm (powertrain control module) which i believed and researched was part a recall for 2005 pacificas in 2006. Told by the dealership that the fuel pump was fixed which is not the problem of this vehicle. The pcm is the problem, and the dealership is not owning this. I did not purchase the vehicle until 2010; so i honestly believed that this problem was not repair but claimed to had been. When referencing the recall notification (which i did not receive personally), the fuel pump problem was replaced for 2004 models not 2005 models. Pcm problems were that of the 2005 models which was not repaired or replaced for this vehicle. I have had my vehicle towed approximately 7 times now. I am still paying insurance for a vehicle that is unable to be driven. The dealership wants to charge me $1000 for repair, that is a little less that half of what the vehicle is worth.
Takata recall the car lurches forward and bangs when stopped, also while stopped the car registers 20mph. When driving speed reaches 60mph the car has power surges and shutters, the car makes a loud whining noise while driving like it is stuck in high gear. The car has a high rpm speed of 4-6rpms while driving. The service engine light is on at all times.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the lights on the instrument panel would illuminate intermittently and the vehicle stalled. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who stated that the power train control module needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle was included in a recall; however, the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The nhtsa campaign number and the failure mileage were unknown.
The contact owns 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the vehicle started to jerk and loss motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact activated the hazard light and veered to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle was restarted and driven for several minutes before the failure recurred. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge failed to register the correct level of fuel. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train) as a possible solution to the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 182,435.
Car was stalling the nit before, pedal started getting stuck. I go home and park the car. The next morning i get in the car to take me daughters to school and cars gear shift will not move out of park. Car will turn on but gears wont move. 80, 000 miles on car 2005 chrysler pacifica touring. I have consumer report of the same problems and pink plastic piece breaking not only on chrysler pacificas but a recall on the dodge magnum, chargers, and the chrysler 300. This issue is happening to a lot of chrysler and dodge cars there need to be a recall on the pacificas as well. If u google chrysler pacifica transmission gear shift u will c im not the only one. I guess this why this car was discontinued.something should be done. People are not aware of how to contact about this issue. Is it fair that consumers have to pay almost 600 dollars to fix an issue that clearly most of chrysler and dodge cars are all having. A recall needs to happen for the transmission gear shift in pacificas now since were experiencing the same problems as the dodge charger, magnum, and chrysler 300.
I just came out from car wash i turned right on to the freeway soon as i reached 50mph my vehicle made a weird noise and shut off. The steering wheel locked i had to pull off free way(no accident, thankfully) go to a safe place put it in park try starting it it wouldn't start. Smoke came out from back passenger rear tire. Let my car sit over night tried to start it next morning, wouldn't start. Towed it into shop they couldn't find the problem but later they told me i need a whole new engine. I only got to drive it 2x before it stalled. I really like it and wish i can get it fixed
When i start my car from a parked position, i put the car in reverse and it stalls out . It throws the car in neutral . I also ended up in a ditch . I had to leave the car at my job.unable to drive ithome from work. My mechanic will come and tow my car to his shop.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated as the transmission slipped. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 161,000. The vin was unavailable.
Vehicle engine cradle sub-frame is rotting through and nearly separating one portion from another. This will at some point in time fail in a catastrophic manner. This defect seems to be well documented on numerous web sites and fiat chrysler group is aware of this problem and makes like the problem is with only a very limited number of vehicles which is clearly not the case. They have an extended warranty of note for this very problem, but is limiting it to a very few cars manufactured between a very limited timeframe from late 2004 to early 2005, all others are excluded in spite of the fact that numerous pacifica's are noted as having this problem.this repair is an approx. $3000 repair that chrysler is ignoring the safety of the owners and families of these cars and those driving around them.
The sub frame under the drive train has rusted out to the point that it has little or no structural strength, this has essentially rendered the car inoperative and unsafe to operate.the car has barely 100,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician advised that the fuel pump would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic and the contact was then advised that the power train control module would have to be reprogrammed. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that could have been related to the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the contact's vin was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted after the initial attempt, but the vehicle began to operate abnormally. The vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train); however, the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
I initially took my car in because i hear a noise in the wheel well. After an additional day of holding the vehicle, i was told that my cradle that basically housed the major engine components was corroded and needed to be replace. I was provided a total of over $2300 for the parts alone. After researching the part, i found many incidents reported that this is a known issue by chrysler. I as well was told that i had extended power train warranty when i purchased the vehicle used in june of 2013. This is a major safety defect; as this car (and others) are not structurally sound. I drive my 7 year old daughter and 10 year old son in the vehicle everyday. I also make a 68 mile highway commute round trip to and from work in the vehicle. This should be something that is recalled and i want to know what is chrysler going to do about the matter. I see there are recalls for seat belts that save lives. Recalling the structure of the vehicle should be included as failure of this component is catastrophic. It will save lives to recall and repair.
I have owned this vehicle for almost two years with minimal issues. All of a sudden three days ago, i was driving on the freeway and the accelerator stopped working. The car did not shut off just kind of sputtered like it wanted to cut off. I had to maneuver my way to the side of the road. Eventually i ended up having it towed to my home. Now i am without a vehicle. I was told it could be the pcm, ecm or the transmission.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica and it is stuck in park, and has been for a week now.it will start up, and you can hear the shifter click when you step on the brake, but you cannot move the shifter stick to put it in another gear.it will go over to park, but cannot get the shifter to come down to put it in gear.i have told the chrysler company about the defect, but they are not willing to do anything about it.i have went online and read numerous complaints about chrysler vehicles getting stuck in park, and people are manually going under the hood to pull the brake out of park.this is a safety feature that in order to move the vehicle, you have to have your foot on the brake to put it in gear.without this safety feature in place, a vehicle could roll into the street, or if a child is left alone in the vehicle, they could easily put it in gear.this is dangerous because i am more than sure, people are not taking the vehicle to a dealer to have this safety feature put back in place, once they get it unstuck.people have been stranded because their vehicle got stuck in park.this is something that should have a recall and chrysler needs to fix this problem.to see the complaints, google this ' my chrysler is stuck in park.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the gear selector failed to shift from park into drive. The manufacturer issued a customer satisfaction pertaining to the gear shift lever interlock return spring hook however, the vin was was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The contact planned to have the vehicle repaired at her own expense. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.updated 03/02/12*lj
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle could not be removed from park. Eventually the contact was able to remove the gear from park. In addition, the power windows, hvac unit, windshield wipers and the headlights were not functioning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
Front sub-frame has rusted through rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive.this is the exact same failure as many other reports you have received on this vintage, make and model vehicle.fca has refused to offer any assistance toward the repair and my local mechanic reported that new replacement sub-frames are not even available - leaving consumers with the choice of recycling the vehicle at a salvage yard, repairing it with what is obviously flawed oem components, or keep it as lawn decoration.i have taken the vehicle off the road and am thankful the problem was discovered prior to my wife or son experiencing a catastrophic failure while driving.it is only a matter of time before someone looses a life because of this defect. Be proactive and force fca to repair these failures - regardless of mileage - or this organization is part of the problem.
I drove out from car wash i was going about 35mph then i turned right on to the freeway soon as i reached 50mph my vehicle made a weird noise and shut off as im on the freeway. There were no warning lights on whatsoever although i got a "gas cap" message. The steering wheel locked i had to pull offthe free way(no accident, thankfully) the breaks were hard to push down i had no choice but to let it roll through traffic i got to a safe place i put it in park waited about 30 minutes to try starting it, it would not start. Smoke came out from back passenger rear tire. Let my car sit over night tried to start it the next morning, again it would not start. I had it towed it into shop they could not find the problem i had left my vehicle in the shop for a week other mechanics discovered the problem. Later they told me i need a whole new engine. I only got to drive it 2x before it stalled. I really like it and wish i can get it fixedi do believe it has to do with the power train, fuel propulsion, and engine.
When shifting from park to drive or reverse the gas pedal is pressed and appears to "stick" . When pressed with more force the automobile "lurches" quickly either forward or backward depending on which gear has been selected. This is occurring on a daily basis. I will be making an appointment with the dealer. No injuries or damage have occurred as of yet, but the potential is there.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the pcm module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The approximate failure mileage was 166,000.
When i initially purchased my vehicle, 2005 chrysler pacifica, from genesis auto sales located at 1005 springdale rd in austin, tx. 78721 there was noise by the front left tire. After bringing this to the companies attention they agreed to fix it. The kept the vehicle about a week. The day i picked it up my father looked it over and found duct tape on the part, cv joint. I took the vehicle back and also mentioned the horn also went out. The company agreed to fix this again as well as perform my inspection as the sticker had expired. The car was kept another 2 weeks. When the vehicle was picked up for a second time the car began overheating. At this time my father and mechanic looked it over and found a busted hose, but they noted that the cv joint was duct taped again this time covered in grease. He also noted missing lug nuts on all tires. I brought this up to the company again who refused to listen. I filed a complaint with dmv, bbb, oag, ftc and dps. Dps sent out an investigator who took pics as well and also noted that the tint on the vehicle was illegal and that not only were lug nuts missing but the lug bolts were broken off. All this as well as the motor mount have since been replaced. The bolts holding the cv joint and motor mount were also found not to be the proper size. On 12/24/11 as i was driving my seat belt became unbolted from the vehicle. I was able to place it back in where it came from but it is not secure. The company refuses to help with these problems and i will be pursuing legal action as all problems with the vehicle have been safety hazards and i am now unable to drive the vehicle for fear myself or my family will be injured as im not sure all problems have been fixed as different noises still occur.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the engine stalled. The contact was able to maneuver the vehicle to side of the road. The vehicle was towed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the power train control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified about the failure and refused to provide any assistance since the vehicle had previously been repaired under an unknown manufacturer recall. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall repeatedly and without warning when driving 50 mph and below. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 06v432000 (power train) however, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where a diagnostic was performed. The dealer also test drove the vehicle but was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,410 and the current mileage was 124,417.
I took my newly purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica to my mechanic to get the brakes serviced, and was told that the engine cradle was completely rusted out and the engine was in danger of falling out! my mechanic was extremely concerned (he is a friend and an honest mechanic who runs a very reputable repair and body shop in ottawa, ks). I called chrysler before i purchased the car to see if their were any recalls on it, and was told their was not. The car is otherwise in perfect condition, no damage and very little wear inside and out. It was clear to my mechanic that this was due to some defect in the vehicle, and should not happen on a 10 year old car that is in as good of condition as mind is with only 110000 miles on it. To have a new engine cradle put it, it would cost over $4000. I cannot afford that, so we are putting in a reconditioned one, inspected to make sure it has no wear or rust on it, and we are painting and putting additional undercoating on it as to prevent any such recurrences. After looking online, i have since learned this is a widespread problem, and is effecting a large number of owners, and is much more widespread than chrysler is willing to admit. I called them, and my car is supposedly not one effected in their 3-4 week window of production, yet it was completely rusted to the point of possibly causing a serious and even fatal car accident.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would intermittently jerk forward followed by a knocking noise from the front and bottom of the vehicle. The contact had not taken the vehicle for diagnostic testing. Both dealer and manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
I went to get the 2005 chrystler pacifica inspected and was told by the mechanic that the bottom was rusted so badly that the engine would fall out, and further that the year make and model was under recall for the same problem, the bottom rusting out horribly. I called chrystler with the vin # and was told this 1 wasn't part of the recall even though it was the same year and make of the recall. I owe 4,400$ on the car and now am told the repairs would exceed 5,000$. I financed it for 6,455$ at the start. I'm disabled and greatly in need of help, i don't know what to do i have made a slew of calls to no avail at this point and continue to make payments as i don't want to ruin my credit, please help me, i don't know what to do.
I have a 2005 pacifica.the car was in for body work, when a mechanic noticed severe rusting on the frame.he stated that the engine, could fall through the body frame!i did a google search and found hundreds of complaints about the problem.there is a story from a tv station in florida covering this story.http://www.nbcmiami.com/investigations/some-chrysler-pacifica-owners-say-they've-had-dangerous-corrosion-problems-with-the-popular-minivan-243624441.html.this is a engineering failure according to my mechanic, who stated they did not included enough drain plugs.my daughter drives this car and i contacted chrysler and they say it is past the warranty.this is unacceptable an engine should never be able to fall out of its mountings!!!!!!
We just bought our 2005 chrysler pacifica not to long ago, and the check engine light comes on and stays on, it also affects our gas milage, we had it checked and that's when we found out that there is a recall on the gas sensor in the tank, and every now and again when we make left hand turns it dies on us. We have a child with multiple disabilities and we need a vehicle that is going to be safe to get him to his appointments.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While attempting to accelerate the vehicle, it stalled without warning. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and diagnosed that there was no fuel. The contact noticed that the fuel gauge displayed that the vehicle was filled with fuel. The contact mentioned that the vehicle stalled numerous times without warning. The vehicle was towed to an unknown shop where the failure was undetermined; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train) was repaired before she became the owner. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 184,000.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica with 3.8 liter engine with broken motor mounts. These cannot be fixed/replaced because the parts are not available from the manufacturer or any parts supplier. When i ordered the parts in january 2009, there were already 3500 on backorder with no due in date. As of 4 may 2009, chrysler can still not provide the parts nor a due in date.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and shook violently at any speed. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic diagnosed that the egr, o2 sensor, and front motor mount were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle had the same symptoms as listed in the recall for nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train); however, the vin was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 186,000.
The subframe (which holds up the engine) has thoroughly rusted through creating the danger of the engine and transmission falling from the frame.i am told the car is unsafe to drive.chrysler has acknowledged a defect in materials used to construct cars in february and march of 2004 and has extended the warranty to 150,000 miles for those vehicles.as mine was produced 4 months later they are denying any liability and refusing any assistance.the defect is identical to one that is covered on cars made 4 months prior , and they have been unable to provide any documentation showing the material used on my vehicle is not from the defective batch. I may have defective parts but they cannot provide a method to identify those defective parts.chrysler is unwilling to even examine the vehicle, instead using the vin as their only reference as to coverage.i found it interesting that when i referenced others receiving assistance outside the parameters of the extended warranty i was told that based on customer loyalty there may be assistance for some but it was not available to me.i am concerned that customer loyalty plays a role in the safety of their (past) customers.i'm not sure how many people expect their frame to fail in 8 years but this could be a major safety factor for both passengers and any vehicle around them when an engine falls from a car.how many complaints are needed before action is taken?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the key was difficult to turn in the ignition to start the vehicle. In addition, the fuel gauge was showing a low fuel amount after the vehicle had been filled with fuel. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer issued a safety recall (f44 ' fuel pump module and/or reprogram pcm). The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has failed inspection due to extensive engine cradle rust. This vehicle's body and undercarriage is immaculate except for the engine cradle "k frame". I have contacted chrysler and they are unwilling fix the problem because it is 20k miles over the power train warranty even though there isno other rust issues on the vehicle. After doing research, i have discovered that i am not alone in this battle! i am within 8 months of the previous recalled vehicles from chrysler for this same issue and i believe that chrysler should extend their recall as this is a potential dangerous issue that is growing with this specific model vehicle.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle restarted after several attempts. A unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000(power train). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power train control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,474.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that a small shard of plastic fractured in the gear shifter and the vehicle could not be shifted out of park. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that they would have to replace the parts. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 82,000.the vin was not available.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle decelerated and all the warning lamps illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the transmission control module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in recall nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 100,000.
Found out in december 2013 getting tires, that engine cradle had serious rust and to watch it.engine light came on in january 2014, and car needed transmission work.mechanic took frame off and it rained rust particles from the horribly corroded engine cradle frame.called chrysler, wanting to speak with supervisor.i was told that a supervisor would call me within 24 hrs.never happened.called again a week later, and that operator found out my original message was never delivered to a supervisor.and now i"m waiting again for 24 hrs for someone to call me.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the gear shifter ceased in the park position. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer and bakersfield chrysler jeep fiat-3101 cattle dr, bakersfield, ca 93313, (661)832-3000) were contacted and informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 220,000.
The 2005 chrystler pacifica was traveling 35 mph in the winter on a paved road when it just died no warning.i had it towed to my house for further testing.the car tries starting but never turns over act like no fuel. I then hooked it up to my foxwell nt630 elite obd2 scanner it detected codes p0340, p2066, p0700, & p0461code p0340 cam shaft position sensor a circuit bank 1 or single sensor(part replaced).code p2066 fuel level sensor b (performance).code p0700 transmission control system.code p0461 fuel level sensor a (range/performance)nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000manufacturer daimlerchrysler corporationcomponents power trainpotential number of units affected 127,928summary: on certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.remedydealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from august 1, 2004 through september 30, 2004. The recall began on november 21, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.two separate defect conditions that could result in engine stall while driving in model year (my) 2005-2006 chrysler pacifica vehicles (nhtsa recall no. 06v-432). My 2005 vehicles built in august and september of 2004 are being recalled to correct a defect in the secondary fuel pump modules, which may have an improper press fitting on the inlet that can become dislodged and shut-off fuel flow. All my 2005-2006 vehicles built between july 8, 2004 and november 11, 2005 are being recalled to correct a powertrain control module (pcm) software issue with the evaporative emissions system which can also cause stalling. For both conditions, engine stall incidents tend to occur during left turns. Nhtsa action number: rq06002
When i was driving on the freeway (driving 45 mi/hr), it stopped moving accelerating (seems like the car is actually slowing down) even when i was stepping on the gas pedal. And then the car stalled.......it was a good thing i was on the very right side of the lane. The fuel pump module and/or the powertrain control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will need to reprogram/replace the pcm/tcm and/or replace thefuel pump module to correct this concern. In most cases, aside from stalling and engine revving up and down on its own, there's a lot of hard jerking when driving the vehicle. It seems like the engine has a mind of its own since when i accelerate, the car will not move or delay in moving forward and if i let go of the gas, the car moves forward. It's a safety concern.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the transmission began to hesitate and during acceleration there was excessive pulsation. In addition, the engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. There was also a rapid decrease in the rpms. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road and the engine suddenly stalled and then restarted. The failure recurred on at least fifteen occasions. There was a recall related to the failure associated with nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module; tcm, pcm); however the vin was not included. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the pcm would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
As i sat at a stop light waiting for it to turn green, the speedometer jumped up to 20 mph and the vehicle lunged forward. I almost rear ended the vehicle in front of me. The vehicles check engine light came on and had stated on since than. I had the code scanned and it came back as codes p0700 and p0740. I searched for the meaning of those codes and they pretty much said it was the tcm (transmission control module) which had been recalled on several chrysler pacifica's. I called the local dealer and they said that was not a recall on my vin specific vehicle. I of course asked how it was not recalled on my vehicle when everything i have read says it was for all 2005-2006 pacifica's. There have been other reports of this same incident happening with other pacifica owners as well. I would like to have the tcm on my vehicle recalled and replaced just as thousands of others were. If i had been and closer to any of the vehicles in front of me the several times this has happened then i would have rear ended several people by now and none of the accidents would have been my fault. These incidents happen every time i am driving in town. It never lunes forward as far as i am aware, on the freeway. Please help me fix this problem before it does cause an accident.
This vehicle was appraised as a trade-in for another automobile.it was discovered that its engine cradle was corroded and the vehicle was declared unsafe for resale.this situation is identical to numerous other complaints regarding chrysler pacificas and is the currently the subject of a class-action lawsuit.
This is an old story.2005 chrysler pasifica. I adjusted (move forward) accel and brake pedal position by electric position adjustment system. Then i went to a highway (i94, mi), my car did not speed at all. Very slow. So, i could not follow the flow of other vehicle, i was almost be crashed.i immediately quit from the highway and checked the pedals. The reason of the issue was poor stroke of the pedals. In case of pacifica, when we move the pedals forward more than middle position, moving range of the accel pedal was reduced less than half because the pedal hit on the floor. Also, this problem causes auto cruise system problem. Because the pedal can not move more than half of its range, the system can not pull the pedal correctly. Then the vacuum hose drops out from the line. My vehicle suddenly slow down when the problem occurred.i went to chrysler service center and they reconnect the vacuum hose again.i am sure this is a design error and should be improved immediately. Maybe recall.
Vehicle stalled while turning into parking spot at low speed.power steering was lost at that time making it difficult to maneuver vehicle.when vehicle was placed into park, i was able restart the vehicle and safely park.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact was driving approximately 50- 65 mph when the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted after several minutes and was taken to both the dealer and an independent mechanic. Both the dealer and the mechanic advised the contact that the failure could possibly have been caused by the transmission. A transmission flush was performed on the vehicle but the failure persisted.the mechanic later performed a tune-up and cleaned the fuel injectors but to no avail. The failure soon recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
I recently(last week) had transmission service along with power transfer unit fluid change and awd service on my05 chrysler pacifica (limited). It has 50+ k miles on it. Day after this service (done at chrysler dealer), my truck stalled while taking turn to right at low speed. I had to stop completely and restart the engine. Never had problem after that so far.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving in reverse at approximately 1 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact also stated that the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the computer system had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
I purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica in 2007 and it had 25,000 miles on it.when the vehicle had 39,000 miles on it i started having issues with the transmission. While driving, the check engine light came on and the car would get stuck in gear (stuck between 1st and 2nd gears).after i shut the car off and restarted it, i could drive it by using the tiptronic shifting system (manually shifting gears).the problem is a sensor on the transmission that costs over $2000 between parts and labor.at 72,000 miles i had to replace the catalytic converter and the front end components i.econtrol arms,tie rods,etc.after contacting chrysler about the catalytic converter which has a gov't mandated warranty of 80,000 mile warranty, they did give me the money i spent on the catalytic converter part only).well, the chrysler now has 104,000 miles on it and it needs another catalytic converter and all the front end parts that were previously repaired need to be replaced again!that is insane!i looked on the internet and chrysler knows this is a huge issue because their are companies selling this front end repair kit.but since i need the car i guess i have to eat these costs yet again. At 68,000 i replaced a hdmi headlight that costs over $160.00 per bulb.soon after i began to smell something burning, and the new head light burned out.i had to replace the bulb again at an additional $160.00 and this little silver box that the light sits in for $80.00. Now at 104,00 miles both parts need to be replaced again, and according to chrysler dealer, this issue has nothing to do with electrical harness, it is not under warranty, and i have to eat this cost too.in my opinion the tickets are cheaper than the part. Many of the chrysler dealers do not try to help diagnose problem and they remind me everything is out of warranty - great job!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring.the contact stated that the gear shifter would become stuck in park.the dealer diagnosed that the transmission air lock lever was defective and needed to be replaced.the manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the failure.the vehicle was not repaired.the failure and current mileage was 120,000.
Vehicle stalling- brought to mechanic and was advised this was already a chrysler recall issue.contacted chrysler and was advised that the date of manufacture was a few months outside the recall date and they could not help.vin # [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel and the transmission failed. The code stated that the transmission control module failed. The contact stated the dealer believed that either the pump or the cooler had failed in the transmission. Both failures were connected to the transmission control module. The contact was advised by the dealer that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 06v432000 (power tran: automatic transmission: control module). The vin was not available. The failure and the current mileages were 92,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was inoperable. The radio remained active, but the vehicle would not start. The battery was replaced. The vehicle was taken to auto zone where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module switch malfunctioned. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 193,600.
Car loses power and cuts off due to pcm and fuel system
Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacific. The contact stated she took her vehicle for an oil change. The mechanic informed the contact that her under carriage was corroded, and that the engine cradle was about to be disengaged. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer or a independent mechanic for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 128,052.lj
This car was recalled under the f44 recall notice and the pcm was flashed in 2008. The problems began in may2012, the car started going in reverse while in drive, the engine light flashed, and the car was hard to steer. A few days later the car shut down while i was driving. The mapping sensors were replaced and the car worked fine. The car shut down again in august. This time the car made chiming sounds and the symbols for the battery, abs, and engine light flashed. The dealership replaced the pcm.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at 50 mph, the battery and abs warning lights illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was not able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power train control module (pcm) and the transmission control module (tcm) failed. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The vehicle was repaired under the recall however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
While turning into the bank parking lot at 10mph the car just stalled.i was unable to brake or steer out the way. When gas gauge reads empty i am unable to fill the tank with gas as it begins to spill back out. Gas gauge reads 1/2 full when it is really empty? miles to empty sensor incorrect therefore i have no idea when i need gas. Driver side exterior headlamp seems dimmer than the other lamp.after repairing the entire front end(suspension) still sounds like the front end is going to fall apart when driving on ohio roads.felt it was necessary to document as i do not feel safe in this car.
2005 chrysler pacifica motor mounts need to be replaced and i am told the parts are on a national back order and i cannot get my car repaired. It has been six months and i am told that there is no way to get the part and no date in the future that the part will become available. I have contacted chrysler and the can provide no information.
Car was stationary in residential driveway. Transmision would not shift out of park. The simple release mechanism did not help. Took consol apart. As described on youtube videos, could see that the pink plastic part was broken so spring did not operate. Found opening so i could rotate the pink part with finger and get out of park. This problem sounds exactly like problems covered by recall k39, but my model is apparently not covered.why is it not covered?should chrysler cover the repair?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while making a right turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled and all the gauges and lights became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice who reset the caliber on the computer but the failure recurred. The contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 41,000.
Transmount and subframe replacement needed.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled since it was purchased. The vehicle would stall without warning, but then it would start restart. On january 13, 2011, the vehicle stalled completely and did not restart. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer who stated that the power control module failed. The dealer stated that recall campaign number 06v432000 for the power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm) had been reprogrammed in 2007. According to the dealer, the previous owner, which was a rental car company, had the recall repair performed. The manufacturer had not made a decision regarding repairing the vehicle a second time. The contact was concerned, because they were never shown any records of the repair being made. The vehicle cannot be driven at this time. The failure and current mileages were 105000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle stalled, but did not shut off.the transmission took two seconds to operate, but would not shift into reverse.there were no warning indicator lights.the dealer stated that the failure was caused by a transmission line leak.the dealer cut and replaced the line.the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)).the failure mileage was 47,200 and current mileage was 47,322.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 30 mph, the driver side headlight stopped functioning. The bulb had been replaced five times. Also, while driving, the vehicle jerked forward and the transmission would slip into gears. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000 and the current mileage was 86,584.
This is in regards to a 2004-2005 awd chrysler pacifica.there is tsb 21-020-05 out on the transfer case (ptu).this vehicle had approximately 40,000 miles on it when the problems started occurring.chrysler recommends replacing the ptu if making noise.chrysler was contacted on this problem by the consumer, and was denied any assistance in repairing this problem.they site it as normal 'wear and tear' of a vehicle.with such low mileage on a major component on a vehicle, this seemed to be an easy way out for chrysler to pass this problem off to the consumer.chrysler also states that unless you are the original owner, the 75,000 mile warranty is void.considering how many vehicles are on a lease, this would be a very large number.this leaves many people in an unsafe condition that chrysler has shrugged off.there are 767 posts on www.edmunds.com regarding this situation with other pacifica owners.not to mention those that have not posted anything on this, and have just accepted that chrysler will not stand behind their defective product.this part is integral to the power train system, and overall drivability of the vehicle.at any time, a vehicle can become inoperable and may cause an accident resulting in injury or death.this vehicle became inoperable crossing the middle of a busy highway as the transmission/ptu suddenly became inoperable.the consequences could have been very catastrophic as other vehicles could have suddenly run into this inoperable vehicle. To correct the failure, a new ptu unit needs to be installed that has the deficiency that chrysler admits is there, to be replaced.these repairs can exceed $2000.the old part is available.
I purchased my car in 2008 and the dealer (sheehy ford) won't even take it back. The engine light stays on and it won't pass inspection. I had to replace the obd connector and it still wouldn't pass inspection. Took it back to the inspection station and it failed because of the oxygen sensor, replaced that and took it back for the 3rd time and it failed again because the machine read: monitors not ready. I'm starting to think that the power train and the engine are faulty on my vehicle. Sheehy knew they sold me a lemon, i've tried to have them resolve this issue numerous times and nothing.i want them to either fix the problem or give me another car. I reported them to the bbb as well and they never responded to bbb on my complaint. That looks so suspect in my eyes.
Motor mounts cracked23,000 miles,cv joints bad,air compressor bad,belts squeal and chirping,engine stalls on take off, engine shut off on highway while driving dangerous,brakes failed, abs sensors bad front right and left.transmission failure. Headlights go out when signal light is on.
The transmission goes into neutral when cold or braking.this keeps re-occurring.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that on very cold days, whenever she shifted the gear into park, the vehicle would not move forward and behave as if it were in neutral gear. The identical failure would occur in the reverse position. The gears did not malfunction during warm weather. She had not taken the vehicle to the dealer to-date. She called the manufacturer and a representative stated that there were no transmission-related recalls when she referenced recall 06v432000, power train automatic transmission, control module (tcm, pcm). The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The current mileage was 49,892. The failure mileage was approximately 49,700.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph attempting to make a turn, when suddenly the engine stalled without warning. The engine restarted and the vehicle resumed normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the catalytic converter was replaced. The identical failure occurred again three days after the repair was performed. The contact was in the process of taking the vehicle back to the dealer for diagnosis. There was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module, tcm, and pcm). The vin was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 74,775.
Was driving to work and was about to enter the interstate highway when the automatic transmission failed. Car would not move, no forward or reverse. The 2005 chrysler pacifica had 1,077 miles on it and we had the vehicle just one month. Vehicle was towed to the dealer. They advised us that rear carrier gear had failed in the transmission due to a manufacturing defect (not properly welded). Part was replaced by the dealer.
There is a significant popping and clicking sound when accelerating and stopping. Also happens when moving the gear shift. Car surges forward when popping sound happens. Took to dealer and they said i had to live with it as it is a problem with the car they can not fix. Soneed to now what to do. Also engine stalls. This has happened twice. The first time i was at a crawl in traffic, but at an incline onto a bridge. I had my foot on the brake and then put it on the gas petal to accelerate and the car died. Lights and dash board are lit but car is shut off. Car restarted with no problem. Second time, i was parking in a spot that was again at an incline. I put the car in reverse, took my foot off the brake and stepped on the gas petal to begin driving in reverse, car died. Both times i had approximately 3/4 of a tank of gas. Also the shop don't want to give you a rental or loner car while the repairs are done.
Vehicle was in park with the engine running and the car rolled down the driveway struck a stop sign and injured the passenger.
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states defective airbag *tgwthe consumer stated the air bag light illuminated in september 2009. Also,there were problems with the transmission control module, brakes, wheel sensors, a clogged throttle body and for the past 18 months there has been a popping sound coming from the left side of the steering components. The dealership made repairs three times, but the popping sound eventually came back.the drive shaft was replaced three time and the rack and pinion was replaced three times.
The2005 chrysler pacifica was burningoil at 1 quart per 1000 miles. The dealership took the engine apart and replaced the valve seals.this helped and slowed the oil consumption,, but did not fix it.now the car was still burning 1 quart 1000 miles, which chrysler claimed wasperfectly normal , according to their policy.the manager at the dealership stated that this was not a problem that pacifica's had and seemsed to be unique to this car ,and a few others.chryslerwas still refusing to fix the problem.ifallowed the oil to burn at 1quart. Per 1000 miles, then at3000 miles oil change the vehiclewill be 3 quarts low, leaving only 2.5 quarts. Of oil inthecar.this was 2 quarts. Below the minimum level for safe driving according to the chrysler pacifica owner's manual.
Vehicle has complete maintenance records since purchased from dealer. Vehicle goes into neutral when braking and making u turn. Chrysler dealership admitted to being a common problem yet defective transmission has not been recalled. Therefore, my wife and i refuse to pay to have vehicle repaired for a manufactures defect. The company should be held accountable and responsible for correcting such issue to prevent the possibility of death to a us citizen.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled while making a turn. The failure recurred constantly. The contact also stated that while refueling, fuel would spill out from the filler neck. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics, where the mechanic stated that the fuel pump had to be replaced and there was a recall addressing a similar failure. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was included in a recall under nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)), but had the repairs performed by a previous owner. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.form returned no change
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact noticed that it would not start properly.the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the power train:automatic transmission:control module failed.they further stated that the cost of the repair would be $881.the vehicle has not been repaired.she is in the process of notifying the manufacturer to see if her vin is included in nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)).the failure and current mileages were 97,000.
First noticed gas gage suddenly dropped from 3/4 tank to empty, low fuel warning and check engine light came on.fuel gage would again rise up to full then drop to empty.called dealer who asked for my vin number and told me my car was not subject to recall.gas gage is no longer functioning at all & i have no idea how much gas i have in my tank - i'm unable at this point to afford the repair.new problem has arisen, yesterday and today my car has stalled, causing me to engage park and restart my engine.first time i was going up a small hill and this morning i was maneuvering around a round about.seems very similar to other reports on this particular model and those who have registered a complaint.
Problem #1:abs light comes on. When brake is pushed down, grinding noise starts, and brake does not slow car down properly. Occurs daily, multiple times. Came within inches of crashing into people, property, multiple times. Mechanic says it's wheel speed sensor & expensive to fix. We do not have the money.problem #2:gas pedal sticks. When changing car from park to drive, gas pedal will not go down. You have to press on gas hard, thus sending the car rapidly forward or backwards, just to get it to go. Happens daily, every time i change it from park to drive.problem #3: power steering locks up while making a turn. While making a left hand turn at an intersection, power steering locked up and could not turn the car, when i hit brakes to stop, they did not work properly either, almost sending my children & myself over an embankment. This has happened 4 times in last 3 months. Car has been looked at 3 times, with a diagnostic ran on it each time. Response is that car is unsafe to drive, park it and never get behind the wheel again, is what i have heard from all 3 mechanics.would love to park it & save my family from harm, but it's necessary to have a car where i live, and we have no extra money to buy a new car, so there's no options. Cost to repair is already at over $800.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacificawhich was manufactured, according to my dealership on june 16, 2005.i had brought the car into the dealership 11/06 because of a seat belt problem and when i was there they told me there was a recall and that they were going to take care of it.recall f-44.i had not had any problems with the fuel pump prior to that.this weekmy car stalled twice.once when turning left, once when turning right.car was able to start up again.i brought it to the dealership (chrysler jeep of white plains at 70 westchester ave., white plains, ny 10601 phone: 914-946-3544).they told me i needed 2 new fuel pumps and it would cost $1210 and it was not under warranty and there was no recall notice.i did my research and found the f-44 recall online which states a fuel pump problem. I have spent the last 2 days talking to the dealership (which has my car) and daimler-chrysler regarding the problem.the headquarters first told me my pump problem was part of the recall and that the dealershiphad to replace the pumps free of charge.but when the dealership talked to them they told hq that they had been directed to change the fuel pumps only on certain 2005 pacificas.only on ones manufactured within a certain date.they said on my 2005 pacifica they only had to reprogram the pcm. I, as a consumer, see it that one recall was made and it was made because of a fuel pump problem which would causea car to stall.i am having those problems.the dealership is telling me that they were actually 2 recalls - one for the fuel pump and one to reprogram. I do not see it that way - there was only 1 recall and it was for the problems i am having.they are making me pay $1210+for a problem that was the reason for the recall in the first place !!!!!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 15-20- mph, the vehicle shut off without warning.the vehicle was able to be restarted.approximately one month later, the failure recurred.the dealer repaired the recall for the power train: automatic transmission: control module (nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000); however, the failure continued.the powertrain was unknown.the failure mileage was 13,500 and current mileage was 49,065.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 75 mph, the vehicle stalled on a busy highway.the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000.the manufacturer could not assist.the failure and current mileages were less than 65,000.updated 09/23/09.*ljthe consumer stated the gas needle went from the half way mark straight down to empty. Updated 09/23/09.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact placed the gear shift in drive and reverse and the vehicle stalled. When the contact switched gears to drive and applied pressure to the accelerator pedal it became extremely stiff. When the vehicle accelerated it lunged forward and the contact applied pressure to the brake pedal in order for the vehicle to stop. The failure occurred intermittently approximately twenty times. The contact stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer stated the vin was not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that there was no recall for the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 05/23/11updated 11/18/11
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light the immobilizer system came on, which locked the steering wheel and brakes. The vehicle could not move forward. Once the vehicle was restarted, the computer reset itself; and allowed the contact to drive to the dealer.upon arrival, the dealer attempted to restart the car and could not.he informed the contact that the pcm parts were not available and were on back order. The manufacturer stated that there was no specific time frame when the parts would be available. The failure mileage was 72,800.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 65 mph, the fuel gauge went from half a tank to empty.the contact stated that the vehicle would not accept fuel.the check engine light illuminated and the headlights were inoperable.the dealer stated that the fuel pump and wiring harness caused the failures.the fuel pump, headlight bulb, and the wiring harness were replaced; however, the failures continued.the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v066000 (exterior lighting: headlights) and nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module (tcm, pcm)).the failure mileage was 68,000 and current mileage was 69,000.updated 03/14/08.*ljthe consumer stated the fuel gauge was not reading properly
Dt*: the contact stated there were no problems with the vehicle.there was a nhtsa recall, #06v432000 on the vehicle regarding the automatic transmission; tcm/pcm.the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available at the local dealership.the manufacturer confirmed the parts were not available.
Dt*: the contact stated when a nhtsa recall letter # 06v432000 for the powertrain: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm) was received, the manufacturer was notified.when the service dealer called the contact, the contact requested a loan car.when the service dealer heard the request, the service dealer refused to service the recall repair.
Dt*: the contact stated a nhtsa recall letter #06v432000 regarding the power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm) was received 10 days ago.the service dealer was given the vehicle for repair.the service dealer was not able to provide the service, claiming the computer had been down for over a week.the manufacturer was not alerted.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled while making a turn. The failure recurred constantly. The contact also stated that while refueling, fuel would spill out from the filler neck. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics, where the mechanic stated that the fuel pump had to be replaced and there was a recall addressing a similar failure. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was included in a recall under nhtsa campaign id number 06v432000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)), but had the repairs performed by a previous owner. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.form returned no change
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated when attempting to turn left the vehicle stalled and shut off, after several attempts she was able to restart the vehicle and regain normal driving functions. A week later the vehicle stalled and shut off with out warning. Upon further investigation the contact was able to determine that the failure was related to campaign06v432000, power train automatic transmission control module tcm, pcm. The dealer was notified; however, they stated that her vin was not a part of the recall. The manufacturer also confirmed that the vin was not a part of the recall. No repairs have been made. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 91,000.
- the contact stated that on 01/05/07, her 2006 chrysler pacifica was stalling.in order for vehicle to work contact would have to restart the vehicle.the contact didn't have any prior warning lights before the failure.the contact feels that her vehicle should be covered under nhtsa campaign id number : 06v432000, but the dealership stated that contacts vehicle does not fall under the recall.
Dt*: the contact stated there were no problems with the vehicle.there was a nhtsa recall, #06v432000 on the vehicle regarding the powertrain: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm).the service dealer was contacted on 11/28/06, and expressed to the contact that the earliest date the recall work could be performed was 12/08/06.the contact expressed concern that the vehicle could stall prior to the recall work, and pose a risk to safety.the contact planned to notify the manufacturer after filing a complaint with the nhtsa.
Pacifica engine stalls.this has happened twice.the first time i was at a crawl in traffic, but at an incline onto a bridge.i had my foot on the brake and then put it on the gas petal to accelerate and the car died.lights and dash board are lit but car is shut off.car restarted with no problem.second time, i was parking in a spot that was again at an incline.i put the car in reverse, took my foot off the brake and stepped on the gas petal to begin driving in reverse, car died.both times i had approximately 3/4 of a tank of gas.i saw on website that previous models have had similiar issues, so decided to file the complaint.
I own 05 chrysler pacifica touring, vehicle stop runningwhen i make left turn,it happen twice, i took it back to the dealer but dealer can't find anything wrong i took it seriously, because impact could happen from the back while i try to restart the vehicle again. It happen twice and the vehicle only has 3444 miles.please help.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the pcm and tcm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.
There is a significant popping and clicking sound when accelerating and stopping. Also happens when moving the gear shift. Car surges forward when popping sound happens.took to dealer and they said i had to live with it as it is a problem with the car they can not fix. Also leak on floor of drivers side. Dealer will not have any one able to look at leak until sometime in january 2006.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the shift lever became stuck in the park position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle shook and shuttered. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure codes indicated that there were issues with the torque converter and the fuel pump delivery. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Today i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica into the shop for new tires,i was told they could not do an alignment because the tie rods looked bad and to take it to the dealer, i did. I then found out from my local dealer that unfortunately that is all they see is chrysler pacificas...my car has less than 45k miles and i have been told that the entire front end suspension is worthless and right now i have bad gear boxes, a broken engine mount, and can count on having front axel problems as well.the dealer also had a 2004 brought in today and that car and mine were raised up and the repair men showed me and everyone else around the identical problems on both cars.
Poping noises at front end on driver and passenger sides, while turning at slow speeds going forward and backing up.also filled up gas tank, "mileage/guage till empty" was 344, drove one mile and it went to 243.it is currently in the shop again, they are waiting on a part "shaft" to replace it.they usually don't have old parts available because it is still under warranty.
We bought a 05 chrysler pacifica in july of 05.we have had the car back to the dealership for numerous problems.1. Replacement of a rear tire because of lots of cracks in the sidewall.2. Vibration in the front left above the left wheel, we were told it was a loose computer and it was fixed.3.left rear rotor began wearing a significant groove, dealership machined both rear rotors.4. Accelerator began sticking especially after cruise control was used.this has occurred twice and both times the stated that the throttle body needed to be cleaned. Problem has since re-occurred.5.the dash cap had to be replaced because of a hump in the right side near the defrost vent and because of a sag in the center part of the dash, dealer replaced the dash cap.left rear passenger door jam lacks sufficient paint, dealership noted it and stated that it was not a necessity to fix.6.in the tailgate section when you raise the liftgate the trim moldingwas sagging, dealership replaced it.7.carpet behind the rear seat was loose, dealership repaired that.8.leaking red fluid from the front right passenger side.9.from about 8,000 miles there has been a clicking popping noise from the front wheels, it started when you turned the car from either directions and progressed to clicking and popping anytime all the time.the dealership has tried to fix it numerous times by replacing axles hub bearings, hub assemblies, gaskets none of which has worked. After the 8th attempt to have it fixed we have quit driving it because we feel it is a safety issue.we are currently pursuing a lemon law in oh.
After driving for couple of hours on freeways and bridges, turned into residential street and heard loud crunching noises.car would not move.on ground around and under car were greasy ball bearings and pieces of metal.had car towed to place of purchase and found out the left front axle broke. Car only 2 years old and nothing caused this except failure of car part.when i found out i could have been killed if the lord had not spared me and had it happen while moving slowly, nearly had heart failure. The car was repaired under warranty, but the chrysler place wouldn't really talk to me about what happened.
Dt*:the contact stated while stopped at a traffic lights the vehicle would stall without warning.this occurred on several occasions.the vehicle was restated and driven to the dealer each time where the problem could not be duplicated.updated 9/18/2006 - the vehicle is manufacturers with two fuel tanks and two fuel pumps.it was later determined that the secondary pump failed leaving the vehicle with the use of only on tank.the cv joint failed which caused a clunking sound when putting the vehicle in reverse or drive. .
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the rear suspension would leak at any time.the dealer repaired the rear output half shaft lange and right rear axle numerous times, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified and assisted with the repair costs to the vehicle.the failure mileage was 51,289 and the current mileage was 78,000. Updated 11/01/11*ljthe rear differential was repaired three separate times, due to a leak. Upated 06/13/12
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states defective airbag *tgwthe consumer stated the air bag light illuminated in september 2009. Also,there were problems with the transmission control module, brakes, wheel sensors, a clogged throttle body and for the past 18 months there has been a popping sound coming from the left side of the steering components. The dealership made repairs three times, but the popping sound eventually came back.the drive shaft was replaced three time and the rack and pinion was replaced three times.
During the first week of june, 2006 i noticed a few things that seemed to all begin at the same time.my pacifica would not start right away when i first attempted to start it after it had been sitting over night, it would hesitate when i took off from a stop if i had been on a downhill incline and the gas gauge would drop to empty as soon as the tank was down to five-eighths full.the problem went away as soon as i filled the tank, but the next week it happened again when the tank got down to five-eighths.i called the dealer to make an appointment to have it looked at and the earliest they could take it was june 21st.the problem got much worse by the time the 21st came around.every time i came to a stop the engine would stall.it would start back up if the car was put in drive, but if it was on a downhill incline it would not restart.i took the car to the dealer on june 21st and was told it needed a fuel pump.they called me later that day and said the part was back ordered, but they should have it in a day or two.well, today is july 19th and my car is still at the dealer waiting for a part.evidently the pacificas have a primary fuel pump and a jet pump.so many of the cars have had this problem (there are hundreds of complaints listed on edmunds.com forum) that evidently they can't keep up with the demand for these pumps.i filed a complaint with the chrysler customer assistance center on july 11th.i don't know if it has done any good, but they do call the dealer each time i call them while they have me on the phone.i am trying to be patient because i love this car, but this is getting ridiculous.it is also having a new power seat memory module installed because both power seats stopped working and it had a new transfer case installed because of a clicking/clunking noise in the front end during turns.
When i turn all the way to the left. Ihear a clicking noise in the right side front end(transfer case problem).
Cluncking noise when backing up and turning. Chrysler has issued a tsb to replace the transfer unit in the awd vehicles. A large number of customers have this issue, and after the warranty expires, the consumer has to pay for the expensive repair.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 55 mph, the contact attempted to drive around an unknown object in the road and lost control of the vehicle crashing into a guardrail. The contact and the passenger were knocked unconscious upon impact and the air bags did not deploy. In addition, the seat belts did not restrain the occupants in their seats. The contact sustained broken ribs and a head injury. The passenger sustained a severe head injury and a broken wrist. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 39,990.
I was in an accident where i hit a bridge on i-75 going roughly 70mph. I hit the bridge head-on. Nether of the airbags opened nor did the seat belt lock.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic stop, a vehicle crashed into the rear of her vehicle. The contact was pushed forward from the force of the impact however, her seat belt failed to restrain her and her face was thrown into the steering wheel. The contact's vehicle then crashed into a preceding vehicle. The contact's seat belt then became completely unlatched and the air bags also failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the neck, back and the face. The vehicle had not been diagnosed for the failures of the seat belts or air bags. The failure and current mileages were 94,308. Updated 10/17/12updated 10/23/2012
Seat belt/ restraint connector lock failed to properly function. This was communicated by children complaining that the seat belt not working. While attempting to make another seat in the vehicle available and verifying that seat belt was functioning properly, it was notice i notice could here loose part in the internal locking mechanism connector harness. I used a flash light to see the part. I could only detect/see a small broken black plastic item. This is a high concern and is directly related to safety.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the seat belt for the driver's seat would not latch. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was told that the seat belt needed to be replaced.the failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 106,000.
When i initially purchased my vehicle, 2005 chrysler pacifica, from genesis auto sales located at 1005 springdale rd in austin, tx. 78721 there was noise by the front left tire. After bringing this to the companies attention they agreed to fix it. The kept the vehicle about a week. The day i picked it up my father looked it over and found duct tape on the part, cv joint. I took the vehicle back and also mentioned the horn also went out. The company agreed to fix this again as well as perform my inspection as the sticker had expired. The car was kept another 2 weeks. When the vehicle was picked up for a second time the car began overheating. At this time my father and mechanic looked it over and found a busted hose, but they noted that the cv joint was duct taped again this time covered in grease. He also noted missing lug nuts on all tires. I brought this up to the company again who refused to listen. I filed a complaint with dmv, bbb, oag, ftc and dps. Dps sent out an investigator who took pics as well and also noted that the tint on the vehicle was illegal and that not only were lug nuts missing but the lug bolts were broken off. All this as well as the motor mount have since been replaced. The bolts holding the cv joint and motor mount were also found not to be the proper size. On 12/24/11 as i was driving my seat belt became unbolted from the vehicle. I was able to place it back in where it came from but it is not secure. The company refuses to help with these problems and i will be pursuing legal action as all problems with the vehicle have been safety hazards and i am now unable to drive the vehicle for fear myself or my family will be injured as im not sure all problems have been fixed as different noises still occur.
Dt:the contact stated the driver's side seat beltstuck in the retractor.she has not been using the seat belt since the problem started.the contact has not contacted the dealership or manufacturer.updated 1/23/2006 - the seat belt assembly was replaced on 12/16/2005.
After having my 2005 chrysler pacifica a few days i discovered the 2nd row seat belt was not connected at the base of the door pillar. The nut was missing inside the pillar. A month later it is still not corrected because the dealer needs a tec service instructions how to cut the pillar to re-weld the bracket so the bolt can be connected to secure the seat belt. My complaint is the car should have never left the factory that way. Chrysler advertising all their 5 star ratings and can't even secure the seat belt.
Can't raise the driver seat back rest after it was lowered to maximum.
On february 9,2007 i was rear ended at a high rate of speed while driving my car at around 45 mph.this resulted in my knees slaming into the dash area and then falling back very hard in my seat, which ended up laying flat.
Purchased the car aug, 2014. Previous owner also had same issues. Has been in shop several times, unable to pinpoint cause/remedy situation. Seat controls do not work, remote keyfobs do not work, interior lights, head lamps, no electrical function present unless key is in ignition, in the "on" position. When shutting off the car, all lights on the dashboard light up and the only way to shut them off is to push on and then off the hazard lights. This will cause all electrical to go out, including the head lamps and all interior lights. If you do not turn them off by using the hazard lights, it will kill the battery. We have replaced the fuses in for the seats several times. They work for a bit and then blow out again. The mechanics have gone as far as to replace the wiring assembly and still no remedy. I don't know how there is not a recall on this vehicle.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 65 mph, the front bumper became detached from the vehicle. The contact stopped the vehicle on the shoulder and noticed damage to the front tires. The vehicle was taken to an auto mechanic for repairs after the insurance company inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and covered the bumper repair but did not cover the replacement of the tires. Additionally, the front driver and passenger side power seat adjustment switches would not function. The technician advised the contact that the wiring had to be cleaned. The wiring was cleaned but the failure continued. The bumper damage was repaired but the power seat switch was not. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
The electrical component on moving my seats failed years ago.i've had electrical lights/ glitches in the dash showing problems with the airbag.this past weekend, i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in for repairs to the alternator and was informed the cradle/frame suspension on my vehicle is rusted through.the mechanic informed me that this framing should not rust through if it was coated properly and if it continues to rust through, the engine block will drop out.i was quoted over $2,000 to purchase a used part and to complete the repairs.
I noticed a strange odor when i drove the car from the lot. I thought it was the new the leather smell, but later found out that the driver's side of the car was leaking. I took it to the dealer and they attempted to fix the leak four (4) time.it still is not fixed. Now other things are starting to happen, the passengers power seat no longer reclines, the radio will just quit working and so does the a/c.
During the first week of june, 2006 i noticed a few things that seemed to all begin at the same time.my pacifica would not start right away when i first attempted to start it after it had been sitting over night, it would hesitate when i took off from a stop if i had been on a downhill incline and the gas gauge would drop to empty as soon as the tank was down to five-eighths full.the problem went away as soon as i filled the tank, but the next week it happened again when the tank got down to five-eighths.i called the dealer to make an appointment to have it looked at and the earliest they could take it was june 21st.the problem got much worse by the time the 21st came around.every time i came to a stop the engine would stall.it would start back up if the car was put in drive, but if it was on a downhill incline it would not restart.i took the car to the dealer on june 21st and was told it needed a fuel pump.they called me later that day and said the part was back ordered, but they should have it in a day or two.well, today is july 19th and my car is still at the dealer waiting for a part.evidently the pacificas have a primary fuel pump and a jet pump.so many of the cars have had this problem (there are hundreds of complaints listed on edmunds.com forum) that evidently they can't keep up with the demand for these pumps.i filed a complaint with the chrysler customer assistance center on july 11th.i don't know if it has done any good, but they do call the dealer each time i call them while they have me on the phone.i am trying to be patient because i love this car, but this is getting ridiculous.it is also having a new power seat memory module installed because both power seats stopped working and it had a new transfer case installed because of a clicking/clunking noise in the front end during turns.
Just two weeks before the abs sensor light came on (at 38000 miles), we had the car serviced for faulty power seat control.the seat started to adjust on its own, the message stated that there was a problem with the memory selection.however, we had not programmed seating positions.in fact, we didn't have the keypad!the abs sensor came on suddenly.i was driving at a low speed of around 30 mph.i heard a rolling noise and felt the rolling or scrubbing underfoot.two weeks after that i began to hear the sound without engaging the brakes.we've had problems from the beginning.the servicemen couldn't find the problem when we presented it less than a month after purchase.then, another arose.then, another.unfortunately, the value of the vehicle is far less than what's owed (depreciation), and i feel "caught between a rock and a hard place."will someone make good on this?
I was traveling with my children down a state highway when i noticed that my "miles to next service" light was saying my next service was due in 4555 miles. How odd, i thought, but didn't have time to ponder it further as i was going around at curve at 45 miles per hour with cars both behind me and oncoming, when i realized that my steering had inexplicably given out. I attempted to brake, only to realize that my brakes, too, had malfunctioned and weren't working. I threw on my flashers and did everything in my power to get that car safely to a halt at the side of road. Itwas only due tomy efforts thatmy children and i were able tosafely evacuate the vehicle before more dire consequences occurred, because thechrysler pacifica was completely dead.thankfully, a kind passerby helped me push the car off the road before someone hit it, and i called aaa for a tow. I still don't know what caused this potentially lethal malfunction, but i had adequate fuel in the car and hadthe oil changed less than two weeks prior so it wasn't simple owner neglect. No, it was a chrysler malfunction that could have caused my children and i our lives today.
I have had my car from 2011 till current and replaced the front axles/tie rods at least 3 to 4 times a year. Last incident it broke while pulling out of drive way and i lost control and rolled down a hill into 4 lanes of traffic narrowly missing the gas pumps at the station across the 4 lane thank goodness no one hit me with my young child in the car. When i first had to take it to a dealer to get them changed 2 other cars in this small town i live in were there also having there's replaced. This should be a recall every person i talk to states this is a problem that is arising from a rusted cradle problem when manufacturing the car. I would like my car repaired where this will no longer happen and it is too expensive for me to fix. I have decided to look further into this issue and maybe come together with other with this issue. There should of been a recall by now. I had my oil changed and was told that my boot is busted and that i needed to replace the drivers side yet again and i do not have 119.00 to pay my local dodge for this yet again!
I just got my abs light fixed and it came back on i looked online and seen alot of ppl are having this issue i just paid 300$.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph and applying the brakes, the vehicle did not respond. The contact had to brake again before the vehicle responded. There were no warning lights illuminated.the vehicle was taken to a repair shop where no failures were found however, the brakes were replaced as a precaution. The failure recurred after the repairs. The manufacturer was not notified. The current mileage was 137,737. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.
The abs light comes on no matter what i do. Took to the dealership, they reset the abs but the problem came back a month later. Took it back to the dealer and was told that their engineers were aware of the problem and don't know how to fix it. How am i supposed to know if my brakes are in proper working condition if the chrysler engineers can't figure it?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at 65 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to stop. The contact felt a vibration coming from the brake pedal. The contact had to shift the gear into neutral in order to stop the vehicle. The abs and engine warning lights illuminated. In addition, "new fuel cap" was displayed across the message board. The vehicle was taken to the dealer multiple times and the fuel cap was replaced. The dealer was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rotors needed to be resurfaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle shook with the illumination of the abs light. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.... Updated 10-17-13 when braking the car started shaking. Steering was lost, and the abs light illuminated. Upon inspection it was found the front engine cradle had rusted so to the point there were big holes. The only thing holding the engine cradle together was the motor mounts.
My wife was going 35mph in town. Coming to an intersection she needed to turn. No brakes or steering, both stopped working. Luckily no one hit her and she was able to stop before hitting the telephone pole. I have seen a number of people online with similar issues.
The abs light started to just flash on and off, even when not braking. Then abs started to malfunction causing problem with braking.while i was driving it in downtown nashville at about 25mph, braking down hill, i tapped on the brakes to slow down and i could feel the pedal rapidly pulsating and noticed the abs light turn on and the car was having difficulty stopping.thought i would run the stop sign.in last seconds normal braking occurred. Abs light began coming on intermittently, took to shop following day.had front and rear brake replaced.light starting coming on again within a few days,when light comes on problem with brakes.
I was driving down the highway and the abs light came on.moments later i had to come to a sudden stop and had very little braking power.i had to swerve severely to avoid an accident.since thelight comes on frequently and braking is severely effected.nothing the mechanics do lasts long.i can't sell the car and i'm afraid to drive it outside of the neighborhood.apparently everything the service code may indicate is extremely expensive.i can't believe this car hasn't been recalled yet.with so many cars having this problem there has to be a common fix.
I was pulling into a left hand parking spot when the vehicle stalled/completely shut off.dashboard lights were still on.i was able to coast backwards down a slope and back into another open parking spot.i had no power steering, and brakes were very hard to depress.i looked up the problem on the internet and looked up open recalls.i found a recall similar to what happened, but when i called both daimler-chrysler and a local chrysler dealership and gave the last 8 characters of my vin, they informed me there were no open recalls for my vehicle.from what i researched, this might happen several times and i am quite concerned with my safety.
My abs light keeps coming on intermittently.the brakes lock up without warning.today i had to swerve onto the shoulder to avoid a collision.this has happened before but without incident.this is a serious safety hazard and should receive special attention immediately!
Abs light came onwhile traveling in florida.car makes grinding sound.light goes on after driving awhile. Does not brake properly if light comes on while coming to a stop.replace all brakes and sensors and still no help.chrysler knows they have a problem and it is going to take someone dying before this gets fixed.there have been thousands of complaints on this at much lower mileages than my car.please do something.either chryler knows what the fix is and does not care or at this point they really do not know what to do and will not take responsibility.
Since i purchased this in 2008, i have replaced the axle, 2wheel bearings a few months ago, a few years ago 1 abs sensor was replaced via warranty but they wouldn't replace the other - which went out 2 months later.they knew it was going to. I replaced the transmission 2 years, the fuel pump & catalytic converter last year, just replaced the oil pan gasket 2 months ago, the radiator 2 weeks ago due to coolant lead, and now the water pump is leaking coolant. This is just what i can think of off the top of my head.it has been one problem after the other with this vehicle and i have spent a fortune on it.i can't afford to replace it & my vin doesn't show up on the recalls.
Abs warning light keeps coming on intermittently.i have had it worked on and reset but it keeps coming on.the mechanic says the diagnostic code doesn't make sense.it is becoming costly to keep having it checked.there should be a recall as there are many pacifica's that have the same problem.
Abs and traction light comes on intermittently.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the brake pedal started to vibrate as it was being depressed. The contact added more pressure and the abs warning light illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the master cylinder but failed to remedy the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
There is a very strong fuel smell that is seeping into the passenger compartment of the car. It seems to appear around 40 to 50 mph and is very strong in the last week.at 125,000 mi the abs sensors turns on and off constantly. When you first press the brakes it does not grab the rotors and continues to not stop until the abs light comes on and the brakes perform normal. This is very scary because the car almost went thru several intersections without stopping.the fuel indicator drops to almost empty when it falls below half a tank for about 6 months.
I was driving at lower speeds, approaching a stop sign;driving down a hilly road in downtown nashville, tn. My abs light suddenly came on as i pressed the brake it temporary made a grinding noise and brakes temporary failed then as suddenly as it happened the brakes stopped grinding and then stopped. This is a braking issue that came happen suddenly with no sign or warning before it happened!!!!!!!! the abs brake sensors or some mysterious other abs related issue that is stomping mechanics.i took my vehicle in the next day and had brakes replaced but the problem continues. My brakes work fine but at times i would get the abs light signal coming on then like a scrubbing noise seem to be coming from the front wheels well brakes causing difficulty in stopping. But not at all times. Sometimes this happens with no abs light coming on!and this usually happens at lower speeds 30 and under even at 15-20 mph when i am breaking for a red light or stop sign.i saw on sites where thousands of people hare having the same problem and were told by dealerships and mechanics that even after those are replaced the problem continues, no one seems to be able to find out what the real problem is and chrysler won't even try to fix my vehicle was working fine the all of a sudden, the issue. I think this is a dangerous situation.i think there should be a recall on the abs wheel sensors and the module control or whateverthe real problem is? only chrysler knows butr they are not telling!!! i think if they won't address then the government should make them please include this int he current recall let's get these unsafe vehicles off the roadways!!! now is a good time to doit, with the recall of other like vechiles from chrysler are already in recalln
Two month after i bought my pacifica my abs light came on and has continued to come on even after it was fixed.apparently it is the sensor that keeps having issues. It reads a different speed than the other sensors. Also i keep having an issue with my engine light coming on randomly.i have taken the car in for evaluation 3 times and every time they tell me i need to turn the gas cap so many times to stop this from coming on.this actually does not solve the problem, as it is still continues to come on and turn off randomly.again i assume a sensor, the automotive places are sure i just need to turn the cap,how many timeswill it need to be turned 20 cause 3, 4, 5 ,6 none of these stop the problem, super annoying chrysler cannot just fix the problem, they made the car it cannot be that hard to fix.
Braking issue; abs light on; intermittent brake failure; front upper motor mount as well as motor mount by radiator; (front left cv axle recently repaired) braking problem persist 2005 chrysler pacifica just today, have a $706.00 repair quote: just paid 207.18 2 days ago to replace left front cv axel !
When i drive my car i can hear my engine hitting the walls of my car. It is loose and also the breaks abs light is on throughout my drive. If it is not on than the breaks slide.
Had brakes serviced 11/2/07. Abs light came on the very same day. Tech said it was just a sensor failure, but car was safe to drive. On dec. 22, light came on again and went off. On dec. 23, light came on and went off. On dec. 24, light came on and i experienced a grinding when i depressed the brakes. Sent it to dealer but they couldn't find anything. Picked it up on dec. 26. Picked it up and had to put it back in dec. 27 for the same problem. They sent to local chrysler dealer who says i need a new abs module. I've done research that tells me that purchasing a new abs module will not fix this problem.
When going any speed over 45 trying to break, there is extreme shaking in the front end.it seems that there is something wrong with the rotors.
Abs and brake lights are on. I was told that the abs speed sensor of the left front wheel (part# 5166544-aa - description :sensor an 5005005) was on backorder. After waiting a month long, the missing part came to the repairing dealer but this time i was told that the right front wheel had the same problem and the part was again on backorder
Had brakes serviced 11/2/07. Abs light came on the very same day. Tech said it was just a sensor failure, but car was safe to drive. On dec. 22, light came on again and went off. On dec. 23, light came on and went off. On dec. 24, light came on and i experienced a grinding when i depressed the brakes. Sent it to dealer but they couldn't find anything. Picked it up on dec. 26. Picked it up and had to put it back in dec. 27 for the same problem. They sent to local chrysler dealer who says i need a new abs module. I've done research that tells me that purchasing a new abs module will not fix this problem.
Had brakes serviced 11/2/07. Abs light came on the very same day. Tech said it was just a sensor failure, but car was safe to drive. On dec. 22, light came on again and went off. On dec. 23, light came on and went off. On dec. 24, light came on and i experienced a grinding when i depressed the brakes. Sent it to dealer but they couldn't find anything. Picked it up on dec. 26. Picked it up and had to put it back in dec. 27 for the same problem. They sent to local chrysler dealer who says i need a new abs module. I've done research that tells me that purchasing a new abs module will not fix this problem.
Abs and brake lights are on. I was told that the abs speed sensor of the left front wheel (part# 5166544-aa - description :sensor an 5005005) was on backorder. After waiting a month long, the missing part came to the repairing dealer but this time i was told that the right front wheel had the same problem and the part was again on backorder
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having a state inspection performed on the vehicle she was notified that the engine cradle was corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who verified the failure and stated that it needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 76,000...updated 05/10/13updated 05/31/2013
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica. Abs light keeps coming on. Dealer has repaired it twice. Problem keeps re occurring...
At approximately 48,000 miles the abs light came on. It eventually went off but then the brakes failed. The pedal went all the way to the floor before the car came grinding to a halt. The abs light now goes on and off and the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor at least once a day. After researching the problem and speaking to a mechanic, i found that the sensors had failed. It is a frequent occurrence among other 2005-2006 chrysler pacifica owners i've come into contact with across the internet.
2005 chrysler pacifica abs braking light comes on unexpectedly and brakes begin to fail. Dealers say it is the abs sensor but they continue to fail.
Within about 3 months of purchasing my 2005 chrysler pacifica my abs light started coming on. Now it comes on and stays on. After inquiring about the problem from several shops i have been told it is a very costly fix ranging from 1000-2000 dollars. I am afraid that this problem could result in brake failure at some point and cause a wreck. Chrysler needs to recall this part and fix the many who are complaining about it.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica has an abs warning light that comes on and off, i went to midas and they told me there was a recall related to this, i went to dealership and they said only a technical advisory was issued saying to change all the brake sensors if one fails--this would cost me about $500--which i don't have.the dealership said i would still have brakes but the abs system would not work so i would be more likely to skid.this doesn't sound safe to me--i went on line and found multiple sites stating this is a problem with chrysler pacificas--so why won't chrysler pay to have it fixed, and if they don't volunteer why doesn't someone in our government make them?help!i haul kids around all day in my pacifica and i want them ( and me) to be safe.
I purchased a used 2005 chrysler pacifica with 68000 miles on it.a week later the abs light came on.i was told it was the sensor but it was ok to drive.my brakes do not brake well and lock up on me.i got the pads replaced and rotors smoothed, but i am still having the sensor problem.while looking on websites, i noticed that many people have the same problem.what can be done to force chrysler to recall this sensor?
Making a left hand turn, i lost braking power momentarily.after that, the abs light came on, but went off after the car was turned off.it comes on and off now intermittently and i on occasion lose braking ability.the abs light does not seem to come on in correspondence with the braking issue however.i am told that this is due to faulty abs sensors which chrysler refuses to acknowledge.
The contacts owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the abs indicator would illuminate on the instrument panel intermittently and the vehicle would hesitate to stop when the brakes were applied.the vehicle was taken to a local mechanicdiagnosed that the anti lock brake module caused the failure to occur. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.the consumerstated the abs light illuminated and the brakes went down to the floor when applied. The consumer stated the brake must be pumped prior to stopping.the brakes would sometimes catch when applied and lock up. The brake pads and sensors were replaced. The vehicle would stall upon acceleration and there was a slight kick coming from the from the front of the vehicle.the front bumper was loose. Also, there was an electrical issue underneath the ashtray; the plastic showed signs of melting and the leather on the dashboard showed signs of being parched or smoked.the shift gear would sometimes be too hot to touch. Updated 09/07/11
The abs system failure almost resulted in a tbone sliding through an intersection, unable to stop in nov and in march coming down a slight incline and the abs light came on and could not get stopped resulting in missing a pedestrian by 3 inches and having to hit a snow bank. Then the abs light kept coming on at various times, hard to get stopped in town when it comes on.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at various speeds the abs light would intermittently illuminate on the instrument panel . The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic. The technician stated the anti lock brake sensor needed to be replaced. After the repair was performed, the failure occurred a second time. The anti lock brake sensor and the master cylinder was replaced. The failure continued after the repairs and the abs light illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 18,480.
2005 chrysler pacifica, started having problems at 50,000 miles. Abs sensors had to be replaced and recall for fuel module...but most upsetting the car stalls at low speeds or while making turns..ie: pulling into parking spaces,etc.. I have brought it to dealership and like many others without engine light on they cannot duplicate problem, therefore we are sent on our way with no fix!! i have 4 children and i am terrified to drive this car!! why wont chrysler stand behind these vehicles!!!
Multiple issues with this car! i will start with the problems that didn't almost kill myself and my children. The abs light would stay on and the dealer had no resolution. The car would stall while turning. I replaced the battery five times in four years. While idling in the driveway the drivers seat reclined by itself, would not respond to the controls and started smoking! the dealer claims they could not diagnose the problem! lastly, while driving my sons to school, the car was handling poorly and because it was dark and raining, initially i believed that it was wet road conditions. To maintain control of the car, i was traveling in the slow lane and my speed was approx. 30 mph. Upon approaching the top of a small hill, the steering began to vibrate violently, at this time i believed that the car had a flat tire and that was what had caused the poor handling while driving. I immediately hit the button for my hazard lights and began to try to ease into the emergency lane and attempt to stop the car. It was instantly apparent that the car brakes and power steering were not working, which left me struggling at 30 mph and accelerating because of the i was now on the downward side of the hill, to try to maintain control of the car! i was able to keep the car from completely veering to the right and ultimately hit a 5 inch concrete curb that is a turn out for the corner gas station. Upon hitting the curb the car then sprang to the left back into the highway lane. Miraculously, no other vehicles were traveling in that lane at that moment! once, we were out of the car, i learned that the car did not have a flat tire but a part of the front end had broken and caused the passenger front tire to collapse into the wheel well...unbelievable! i believe this to be a defect of the car, in addition to he multitude of other defects of this car!!
Problem #1:abs light comes on. When brake is pushed down, grinding noise starts, and brake does not slow car down properly. Occurs daily, multiple times. Came within inches of crashing into people, property, multiple times. Mechanic says it's wheel speed sensor & expensive to fix. We do not have the money.problem #2:gas pedal sticks. When changing car from park to drive, gas pedal will not go down. You have to press on gas hard, thus sending the car rapidly forward or backwards, just to get it to go. Happens daily, every time i change it from park to drive.problem #3: power steering locks up while making a turn. While making a left hand turn at an intersection, power steering locked up and could not turn the car, when i hit brakes to stop, they did not work properly either, almost sending my children & myself over an embankment. This has happened 4 times in last 3 months. Car has been looked at 3 times, with a diagnostic ran on it each time. Response is that car is unsafe to drive, park it and never get behind the wheel again, is what i have heard from all 3 mechanics.would love to park it & save my family from harm, but it's necessary to have a car where i live, and we have no extra money to buy a new car, so there's no options. Cost to repair is already at over $800.
In october 2008 i purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica and i have been having alot braking issues since. The abs light is constantly going on and off and the brake pedal felt bumpy and non-responsive at times. This is dangerous!!!! i have 8 week old twins. I went on the internet to find alot of people are having the same problems. I have yet to go to the dealer with this but after the holiday weekend i will but the abs systems in these cars should be recalled before people get hurt or lose their lives.
Abs seems to come on but brakes don't hold sometimes. Warning light comes on for brakes. Seems to slide right through an intersection and wont stop vehicle.
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states defective airbag *tgwthe consumer stated the air bag light illuminated in september 2009. Also,there were problems with the transmission control module, brakes, wheel sensors, a clogged throttle body and for the past 18 months there has been a popping sound coming from the left side of the steering components. The dealership made repairs three times, but the popping sound eventually came back.the drive shaft was replaced three time and the rack and pinion was replaced three times.
The abs light keeps coming on and the last time the brakes got very spongy. I have been doing some research on this problem and have found that this is very common in this vehicle. To me that should be a safety re-call. The brakes i would think are a very important part if not the most important part of the vehicle. Does someone have to be killed before they are forced to do a re-call?
While having my brakes pads and rotors replaced, my mechanic found my engine cradle was badly corroded.there are gaping holes in the frame and he said it's very dangerous to drive.i had seen a report on tv about the 2005 pacifica having this problem and i called chrysler.like many, they told me my car was made in august 2004 and the window of extended warranty on the engine cradle was feb 23, 2004-march 31, 2004.i highly doubt the problem was corrected.i live in chicago and we do use salt on our roads, but i take good care of my car. I am very disappointed in chrysler for not recalling the defective engine cradles!does someone have to die to get these car companies to do something??
2005 chrysler pacifica - i just purchased a2005 pacifica touring with the h package (man date 8/04). I have encountered a "rumble' when hard breaking from 60 (and over) down to about 30 to 35, it makes the steering vibrate. It is clearly in the front end at first i am thinking bad rotors.
The abs light keeps coming on in my 2005 pacifica so i thought something was wrong with the breaks so i got the front brakes repaired and the problem stopped for about 3 days, thenit started again so i got the back brakes done and the same results, so finally i took it back to the car lot that i purchased it from and they cleared the code but the next day the same result. The brake pedal would go all the way down and it seem like when i hit the pedal that the vehicle doesn't want to stop. This is an on going problem that needs to be dealt with. I called a chrysler dealership and they don't have any recall on the brake pedal. Something needs to be done before a life is lost because of a faulty brake pedal .
We own a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring edition. About 3 months after we bought it (and the warranty ended), we noticed that the abs light would come on. Sometimes it would stay on continuously, sometimes it would come off and on. When the light is on, and you press on the brake, the pedal begins to shake a little, and it's very hard to push and you hear a grinding noise. The car does not stop quickly at all, it just slows down a tiny bit. I've had more than 2 instances where i pressed the brake rather firmly and it didn't slow down enough and i didn't stop until i was in the middle of an intersection. I had both of my children with me at the time as well!! we took it to chrysler where they told us it would cost us roughly $80 an hour for them to figure out what was wrong. We just don't have that kind of money right now. The problem still happens frequently, but there's nothing we can do about it. From the research i have done on this problem, it is a very large problem with the pacificas. I've seen thousands of complaints online for this exact issue. Please put a recall on it, so that those of us who can't afford $80 an hour can make sure our children are safe on the roads. I'm afraid to even drive my kids to school for fear that the brakes will completely go out. Thank you so much!
I own a 2005 pacifica that suddenly began displaying the abs dash trouble light two years ago.subsequently the brakes pulse and grind as long as the light stays light.at times it feels as though the vehicle is approaching total brake failure.i took the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed the problem and replaced the front right brake sensor.the vehicle returned to normal operating condition with no brake problems.a month later the same brake issues reappeared.i returned to the dealer who the replaced the same sensor and another (front left) sensor.the vehicle returned to normal operating conditions for approximately three more months.now the light has come on again.in reviewing the internet while searching for "2005 pacifica abs brake problems", i have discovered that chrysler has designed in a revenue stream for a poorly designed abs brake system.there are many internet complaints regarding this very issue.why has a recall not been issued?are you protecting what remains of chrysler's assets? fair is fair.the abs light remains lit on my vehicle and the dealer wants to bolt on the same replacements.why is a safety issue regarding the braking system of a vehicle not high on the priority list?
Purchased used 2005 chrysler pacifica aug 2010 and abs light has been coming on intermittently since that time but goes off when the engine is turned off.brake pads replaced jan 2011. March2011 brakes started going all the way to the floor.have had them checked by two different mechanics and they are unable to diagnose the problem with the abs light unless the light is on when they are looking it over.my brakes going to the floor happens at least 4 to 5 times a week.i am trying to be very cautious in driving but am still very concerned that i may be involved in an accident with my brakes failing me.
I was just leaving out of the gas station, went to put on brakes and abs light came on at the same time i put on brakes and felt like a grinding against something. Took car to shop put new brakes on, but didn't resolve the problem. Took car back to the shop because the abs light came back on. Brakes sill having the same problem. I have had this problem checked out 3 times,and they cannot find and problem,but there is something going on with the brake pedal, in it or surrounding it. I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica, and i think it might be concerning the chrysler recall concerning the brake booster rod retaining clip. The brake failure occurs 2 to 3 time month. I thought putting on new brakes would solve the problem,but its coming from somewhere around the brake pedal not the brakes. Had it checked out again nothing was found wrong with brakes. Mechanic said nothing was found loose or missing.
2005 chrysler pacifica. Abs failure/abs light comes on, lose braking ability unless brakes are pumped. This issue was reported to chrysler a few weeks ago. Wheel sensors replaced. This issue is ongoing. Now back at chrysler dealership. Related to this is the engine surges and almost rear ended someone in the kfc drive thru same day i brought back to dealer.
The emergency brake release handle has failedand has been replaced 4 times since the car was purchased in august, 2005.the most current failure event was on or about 9/15/11.the indicated date offirst incidentis an approximation of when the handle first broke.since then the handle seems to brake every 12-16 months. When the brake release handle fails the entire emergency brake assembly falls to the floor, thereby rendering the emergency brake/release inoperable.it is apparent that the cause of the failure is a defective design of the handle. On each side of the part there is a small "ear" with a hole in it. The part connects to the dashboardby 2 small pins that slide into the holes.to release the emergency brake the handle is pulled outward thus causing the handle to pivot on the pins which, in turn exerts enough stresson the two "ears" that over time causesthem to break, resulting in the brake release assembly separating from the dashboard and fallingto the floor.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at any speed, the vehicle would abnormally veer toward the right. The contact also stated that the brakes would involuntarily engage when driving at any speed. Once the brakes disengaged, the vehicle would surge forward momentarily. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 73,500. Updated 5/24/11 the vehicle stalled while in reverse, a water pump was installed and the vehicle surged forward
The abs (anti brake system) light started to come on and stay on i brought the car to the garage for repair the light still comes on i have made some research on the internet concerning that problem and discover that a lot of owner having the same type of car as me (2005 & up chrysler pacifica) are having the same problem. Also one time when the abs light was on and stayed on while i was driving the abs system cause me to loose brakes for a few seconds when i was trying to brake, this is a serious safety failure and chrysler should address that.
Dt:the contact stated turning left into a drive or a private lot that has an inclinethe vehicle stalls.the vehicle restarts each time.the dealership installed a co-pilot and determined the fuel pump was losing power.the fuel pump was replaced.the problem continued and the dealership was unable to determine the problem.the left turn signal failed, the abs light illuminated, which resulted in the replacement of the wheel speed sensor, the left real tail light and battery were replaced.updated 08/14/06.
Abs yellow caution light came on in march 2006. Brakes were grinding and car difficult to stop. Returned car to dealership.left wheel sensor was faulty and replaced under warranty.november 26, 2006 abs light on again.brakes again grinding and car became difficult to stop.car only has 29,000 miles.
The contacts owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the abs indicator would illuminate on the instrument panel intermittently and the vehicle would hesitate to stop when the brakes were applied.the vehicle was taken to a local mechanicdiagnosed that the anti lock brake module caused the failure to occur. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.the consumerstated the abs light illuminated and the brakes went down to the floor when applied. The consumer stated the brake must be pumped prior to stopping.the brakes would sometimes catch when applied and lock up. The brake pads and sensors were replaced. The vehicle would stall upon acceleration and there was a slight kick coming from the from the front of the vehicle.the front bumper was loose. Also, there was an electrical issue underneath the ashtray; the plastic showed signs of melting and the leather on the dashboard showed signs of being parched or smoked.the shift gear would sometimes be too hot to touch. Updated 09/07/11
29294 miles - 04/26/07 - abs sensor replaced again at russ darrow dealer in milwaukee, wi. Same prob from 01/13/07 did not get replaced in jan. Problem occurred this time only abovefreezing temperatures. Once temps above 32, occurred every day.abs brakes engaged when brakes were applied.braking becomes unsure. Can't tell if car will stop. Dealer says problem is not common.i disagree. Googled "abs sensor replacement on chrysler pacifica" and found many instances of problem on the internet forums and blogs.01/27/07 abs indicator light is on. Abs brakes begin engaging again without reason. Contacted chrysler service dept and talked to bob in service.explained this is the 6 or 7th time i have had a problem with the car brakes, either the abs or the actual brakes. Would like to contact the chrysler company to find out if this is a knownproblem.bought used with 13k miles from a chrysler dealer in april 2006 and it has been in the shop at least 7 times. Other times were not the brakes related. 26000+ miles 01/13/07 - abs indicator light comes on again. Intermittent. Does not stay on.abs brakes engaging when light comes on and brakes are applied.25593miles - 12/30/06 - abs brakes engaging without ice/rain/water or other reason to engage. Abs sensor replaced by dealer service dept. 21715 miles - 08/06/06 - pulsating problem with abs brakes - abs sensor replaced by dealer service dept. 06/06 - replaced radio. 17000miles - 05/06 - resurfaced rotors - squeaking.
Dt*:the contact stated that while driving 25 mph on dry roads, the brakes failed to engage. During this incidentthe power steering would not respond to steering input.the vehicle was stopped by driving into a curb.when the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, they were unable to determine the problem.
Three of four abs wheel sensors have failed in last 6 months.thousand of sensors are on backorder from chrysler.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and the abs light is on. Has to 2 repair shops and no one can tell me what the problem is. They have tried to pull the codes but no code was available. And the light is still on. One shop replaced the left rear hub assembly because it was not reading. The problem is still there and i am out 200.00 dollars for the hub assembly. The codes have been cleared several times but the light keeps coming on with no code stored in the computer.
Dt: contact statesabs light comes on the dash. A service dealer checked it out and found that the left frontabs brake sensor was out, and they repaired it on 6-20-05. Now the abs light is back on and the sensor is out again. Contact didnot have any problems with this prior to this because he hasthe car only 2 months.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph on normal road conditions, the front passenger side door opened.the door was locked but the door light that signaled the door was open was illuminated.this was the first incident with the vehicle, which also have had an engine that stalled.the engine failure light alerted the contact for the engine problem.the abs light also alerted the contact for the brakes failure; the sensors were replaced.the dealership had honored the extended warranty but the contact was very upset because of the six times the vehicle had to be taken to the dealership.
Dt: the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving on the road onoctober 4, 2005 went to hit the brakes and pushed the pedal as far as it would go, had no brakes. Had to swerve out of the way to get out of the middle of the street.had to put on the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The car was 6 months old.it was thesecond time this happened.4 sensors on car, 2 out of 4 sensorstore. The contact took vehicle to the dealer, andthe dealer did fix the vehiclewhichwas still under warranty. No police reports. No crashes.
Driving car the abs light comes on, first occurrence dealer replace the front abs sensors under the warranty. Just 400 miles above the 36000 miles the abs light came on again.this time it was the rear abs sensors and i had to pay for them myself (out of warranty).there is a technical service bulletin from the manufacturer on this part recommending dealers to replace all 4 sensors for customers.this part is of poor quality and the manufacturer knows it.lives are put at risks at customers expense.this part should be recall for all vehicles affected.
Faulty abs and traction control sensor on 2005 chrysler pacifica.both lights are on.called chrysler, they say they have not heard any complaints!i am the second owner, but the first sensor was replaced at 18,000.this seems to be widespread, and i am surprised chrysler is not recalling this, especially since this is also a safety issue.i did a quick search for "abs sensor traction control chrysler pacifica" and found quite a few excerpts from websites.i have them in an excel file--i would like to send them to you.let me know an e-mail address. Updated 09/18/07
Dt: contact states he owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the abs warning lightilluminated .the contact took the vehicle to the service dealer, but the part was not available to repair the vehicle.the dealership was going to have to replace the abs sensor.the dealershipconsulted the manufacturer to see if the part was available, but it was not.the dealership stated that they did not know when the part will be available.
Driving car the abs light comes on, first occurrence feb. 2006 since then 3 additional timeswithin one month.recently noticed when abs comes on braking is awkward and on sept. 12 when abs came on felt as if/sounded something was breaking/cracking.right/left sensors have been replaced but problem keeps occurring.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 30 mph, he decelerated and sparks were present on the passenger side brakes.the dealer stated that the brake pad fell off. The brakes and rotors were repaired on the driver and passenger side. The current and failure mileages were 40,000.updated 01/11/08.*lj
When i apply the brakes suddenly, the car wobbles violently and almost uncontrollably.this has happened at least 3 times since i have had the car.the dealer says there was nothing wrong with the brakes, but did nothing to locate the problem.
Since 2006, i've had to take my car to the service department because of abs light turning on and off. At the time this occurs, the brakes also lock up and make noises when pressed. Each time, the service department tells me its a sensor and when replaced, it stops doing it until the next time a "sensor" needs to be replaced. The say there are multiple sensors, and each time it appears to be a different one.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the abs light illuminated a few months after the vehicle was purchased in october of 2008.in addition, the brakes were experiencing issues.the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and they stated that there was nothing wrong.the brakes continued to perform abnormally and produced a whistling sound.the brakes also pulsated and made a grinding noise as if they would lock up.the vehicle was taken to a repair shop and the mechanic stated that the pads were fine; however, the dealer installed cheap brake pads on the vehicle.the abs light illuminates intermittently and the contact must pump the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle.the brakes were repaired and the noises stopped; however, the abs light still illuminates.the failure mileage was 49,000 and current mileage was 73,400.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 15-75 mph, the abs warning light illuminated.the dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of failure.approximately two weeks later, the failure recurred.the dealer replaced the rear abs sensor, however, the failure continued.the dealer inspected the vehicle eight times and replaced the abs sensors and the wiring harness, but this did not correct the failure.as of october 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle.the failure mileage was 12,000 and current mileage was 24,000.
Abs light continues to come on, vehilce has been in four times for repairs to abs system.
I began having a problem about 2 months ago with my abs light coming on. It would come on and turn off randomly. Recently the light came on permanently and my brakes began grinding. We took it to the dealer and were told that the abs sensor is bad. Not only that, but the motor mounts cracked and must be replaced. My vehicle is only 3 years old, and has 47000 miles on it. After doing some research, i have found that both of these issues are a common problem on this make and model vehicle. The dealer that we purchased it from admitted that this is a problem, but i was not able to find any recall information regarding either problem. I feel that both problems are dangerous, since the brakes did not work properly in my situation. If cracked motor mounts are not taken care of, they could possibly cause additional damage to the engine components. I think that chrysler should be held responsible for fixing these problems at their cost. I've seen many other people complaining that even after they've "fixed" the problem, they continue to have the same problem. I think both of these items should be considered for recall.
- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 65 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and it started to move up and down. The contact heard the computer make a loud noise, and the abs warning light illuminated. The dealer stated that the driver's side front huband the bearings should be replaced. There had not been any other occurrences since the repair. The current mileage was 8,000.
2005 pacifica touring was leased in july 2005. Since then, the upgraded infinity sound system has required repair twice and regularly makes a loud popping sound. The abs warning light came on signaling a failure in the anti-lock brake system march 2006. I scheduled an appointment for march 30, 2006 to repair the abs system and on my way to work, i needed to turn left, put my foot on the brake, and the car suddenly sped up instead of slowing down. A few weeks prior, we slowed down to make another left turn and the vehicle stalled and shut off completely. I had leased the pacifica for 36 months, and last week when the abs system failed and my car sped up while braking, i took it back to the dealership and demanded that they get me out of that vehicle. I was able to terminate my lease and purchase a jeep vehicle (the dealership sells jeep) because after i read dozens of consumer complaints, reviews from nhtsa and consumer affairs about the safety issues of this vehicle, i couldn't, in good faith, put myself or my child in that vehicle ever again. Not only would driving the pacifica put our lives at risk, but that of others. I could not live with myself if i knowingly operated a hazardous vehicle and hurt someone as a result. Push for a replacement. You'll get one!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the brake pedal started to vibrate as it was being depressed. The contact added more pressure and the abs warning light illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the master cylinder but failed to remedy the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Dating back to the spring of 2006, i have been having problems with the "abs" light symbol constantly coming on in my car.i took it to the dealers on several occasions and told them that when i'm traveling for 10-15 minutes or longer it comes on.they told me that they couldn't find anything wrong and they even test drove my vehicle.i'm very concerned about this problem.i'm afraid that the braking system is going to fail on me all together.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the abs warning light illuminated.the dealer replaced all the abs sensors, however, the light continued to illuminate.while driving 30 mph, the brakes screeched when the brake pedal was depressed.the dealer was unable to repair the failure.the failure mileage was 16,000 and current mileage was 72,000.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph on normal road conditions, the front passenger side door opened.the door was locked but the door light that signaled the door was open was illuminated.this was the first incident with the vehicle, which also have had an engine that stalled.the engine failure light alerted the contact for the engine problem.the abs light also alerted the contact for the brakes failure; the sensors were replaced.the dealership had honored the extended warranty but the contact was very upset because of the six times the vehicle had to be taken to the dealership.
Abs light on my 2005 chrysler pacifica keeps coming on and going off. Have read on the internet that this is a major problem with the pacifica's.usually has something to do with wheel sensors or speed sensors. If all these vehicles are having the same problem there should be a chrysler recall to fix this problem.
The car under it is knocking and hitting against the car itself when you go over a bump in the road, the breaks slip unless the abs light is on and the power steering compartment is constantly empty which causes the steering to whine until you fill it back up.
I have just performed routine (10/03/20014) maintenance on my 2005 chrysler pacifica. The mechanic called to inform me of significant corrosion problem with the cross member (cradle) that supports the engine, transmission, front suspension and steering. His visual inspection, as well as mine, showed more then 75% of the passenger side cradle rusted away. An open case # 25736224 has been established by chrysler customer support. My pacifica was produced september 30, 2004 which is outside of the assembly dates established by chrysler for extended warranty coverage. Failure of the cross member (cradle) would cause loss of steering, engine and transmission failure, and severed brake lines. Because this is a major safety issue it should be repaired by chrysler corporation.
Vehicle was submitted to authorized new york inspection station for yearly state-required inspection.vehicle failed inspection. Inspector cited multiple holes in the "cradle" frame member supporting engine, steering, and suspension parts. "cradle" was completely perforated in several places by corrosion, and showed signs of additional corrosion which would ultimately lead to more holes.cradle was judged structurally compromised.inspection station consulted ny dmv and it was determined and reported to me that vehicle is unsafe, and that replacement of cradle would be required to return vehicle to service and to pass new york state inspection.it was explained to me that a minor impact -- such as encountering a pothole at speed, or hitting an object with the frame or body of the vehicle -- could cause collapse of the front end structure of the vehicle,loss of steering control, loss of the engine from the engine compartment, collapse of the suspension system, and potential resultant fire, explosion, and injury or loss of life to occupants of vehicle or others in the vicinity.the consumer stated the vehicle left his wife stranded. She was unable to steer or brake while driving many times, the previous year.on one occasion while driving, the engine light illuminated, and the vehicle just stopped, leaving his wife in the middle of the road.the consumer replaced a faulty sensor. Updated 03/27/14
Driving down the street and the car started shaking and then something sounded like it snapped and the steering wheel was almost locked and could not steer. Had it towed to the mechanics and he said the under frame and the brackets attached from the chasis to the frame holding up the engine had broken off. I got home looked online and found out that there are a lot of complaints about rusting in the under frame and that it is a very unsafe condition.
Now i am in shock,we have a 2005 chrysler pacifica we purchased in march of this year, used 23,000 miles. Thought it was a pretty nice vehicle until this week it lost steering while turning left (it may have stalled, am not sure because stereo was still on. Was able to stop and restart it and it was ok.happened 2 times 1 day apart. Took it to the dealer who kept it 2 days , could not duplicate it so cannot detect the problem.come on now. I just got on this site that listed all the problems in the 2005 pacifica, and out of 157, over 3/4 of them had the exact problem yet chrysler cannot figure out what is going on. And let me tell you this much, today my daughter took my 3 grandchildren to meet their dad 280 miles away on the busiest highways andmountains in the u.s. Plus my son went with her for the company.now that is my whole family, thank the good lord they made it safe, but after getting on here this evening and reading how many times this has happened i am in total shock needless to say sick at my stomach. You better believe next week when she goes back to get them she will rent a car. And i will be on the phone all week until i get some answers.what are they waiting for, a whole family to get killed and a huge law suit before they do something about this.
Engine cradle is rotted out
I was driving down the road to pick up my son. Turned left at the light, my car stalled, completely shut down. I started it again and the steering started to pull or lose grip, then came back. I have put over 2,000.00 into this car after i paid for a warranty which they never honored. The frame has been replaced and will probably have to be replaced again. The electrical is faulty and the alignment is always off a little even though it has been re-aligned 3 times. The engineer that designed this car should be made to drive it.
Excessive rusting of engine cradle. Possibility of front end of subframe falling out of the car.
I was traveling with my children down a state highway when i noticed that my "miles to next service" light was saying my next service was due in 4555 miles. How odd, i thought, but didn't have time to ponder it further as i was going around at curve at 45 miles per hour with cars both behind me and oncoming, when i realized that my steering had inexplicably given out. I attempted to brake, only to realize that my brakes, too, had malfunctioned and weren't working. I threw on my flashers and did everything in my power to get that car safely to a halt at the side of road. Itwas only due tomy efforts thatmy children and i were able tosafely evacuate the vehicle before more dire consequences occurred, because thechrysler pacifica was completely dead.thankfully, a kind passerby helped me push the car off the road before someone hit it, and i called aaa for a tow. I still don't know what caused this potentially lethal malfunction, but i had adequate fuel in the car and hadthe oil changed less than two weeks prior so it wasn't simple owner neglect. No, it was a chrysler malfunction that could have caused my children and i our lives today.
Dt*:the contact stated that while driving 25 mph on dry roads, the brakes failed to engage. During this incidentthe power steering would not respond to steering input.the vehicle was stopped by driving into a curb.when the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, they were unable to determine the problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the fuel gauge malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to stall. The contact stated that there was fuel in the vehicle however, the fuel tank displayed a reading of empty and caused the vehicle to stall. The contact also stated that when she tried to fill the fuel tank, fuel would spew back out as if the tank was full. The contact also stated that the rack and pinion had to be replaced three times. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000 and current mileage was 160,000.
Popping/clicking upon turning, stopping, taking off- had car just 2 days and had to bring back to dealer- read all of the service bulletins, and safety recalls, defects and complaints - found it to be the power transfer unit - ptu - seems that this is a problem with 2005 pacificia's. Dealer had 3 days. Internal side molding on psg 2nd door defective / pulling away from frame / exterior back black panels faded already/ wet carpet on driverside floor - smells/mildew car is new!
My 2005 chrysler pacifica started making noise in front passenger side in the suspension and wheel area while on the interstate. A short time later the front passenger wheel started shaking and wobbling uncontrollably at speeds of 65mph. Their was no warning! thank god i was entering town and was close to home. I got the car home and had friend who is a mechanic investigate the problem. What he found was scary!!!!! the whole sub frame and engine cradle was almost completely gone due to severe rusting in the exact area where the suspension components attach to the frame. Super bad day when i showed the pictures to 3 different local automotive shops with well over 100 yrs of experience combined and all informed me that the estimated cost to repair was 4000.00 up to 5500.00. Completely absurd! car is worthless and only has 100,000 miles on it. You should make chrysler own up to every pacifica that has this problem, not just a few that was manufactured in a few months. Their is overwhelming evidence that they didn't coat the frame properly. Iwill be sharing my pictures and when you see them ask yourself if you would want your family driving these cars and having to spend a very large amount of money to fix them properly. Chrysler is doing nothing because the nhtsa isn't making them. Please take my small portion of this ridiculous nightmare and consider at the least making chrysler be partially responsible for their lack of consideration for the human life and the well being of its customers. This is a dangerous hazard that should be immediately addressed. Thank you!
Violent shaking of 2005 chrysler pacifica. Took 2005 chrysler pacifica in for inspection and was told the engine cradle crossmember was rotted and the bolts that hold the power steering rack and engine up were missing. Mechanic told me he would not release the 2005 chrysler pacifica back to me because it was unsafe to drive. Called chrysler and they told me they would do nothing to repair it.
Front frame is cracked and rusted out very common for this model can not find any that is not rusted out or cracked.
When driving the vehicle it shakes on passenger side some awful, scary too feels like its gonna fall down on the street or the tire is gonna fall off.
Since i have purchased the vehicle in feb 2005 the steering wheel has a vibration when driving around 55-70 mph,no accidents have resulted from this.i have taken the vehicle to 2 different authorized service stations and they have balanced the tires and the problem persists.now i have a noticeable shake and grinding when i apply the brakes at any speed.appointment scheduled to inspect brakes and front end shake.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the front end suspension was unstable. There were no warning indicators illuminated. An independent mechanic replaced the rack and pinion, provided an alignment more than three times, and replaced the shock absorber and upper and lower control arms on both sides; however, the failure continued. The vehicle swayed left and right, which caused the contact to apply force to maneuver the steering wheel to control the direction of the vehicle. The manufacturer had not issued any recalls for the suspension. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph and attempting to turn right, the vehicle stalled without warning and the steering while seized. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 162,940.
Problem #1:abs light comes on. When brake is pushed down, grinding noise starts, and brake does not slow car down properly. Occurs daily, multiple times. Came within inches of crashing into people, property, multiple times. Mechanic says it's wheel speed sensor & expensive to fix. We do not have the money.problem #2:gas pedal sticks. When changing car from park to drive, gas pedal will not go down. You have to press on gas hard, thus sending the car rapidly forward or backwards, just to get it to go. Happens daily, every time i change it from park to drive.problem #3: power steering locks up while making a turn. While making a left hand turn at an intersection, power steering locked up and could not turn the car, when i hit brakes to stop, they did not work properly either, almost sending my children & myself over an embankment. This has happened 4 times in last 3 months. Car has been looked at 3 times, with a diagnostic ran on it each time. Response is that car is unsafe to drive, park it and never get behind the wheel again, is what i have heard from all 3 mechanics.would love to park it & save my family from harm, but it's necessary to have a car where i live, and we have no extra money to buy a new car, so there's no options. Cost to repair is already at over $800.
Dealer reported on 8/15/2017 that my car has an engine cradle problem.there are holes in the cradle now due to rusting.he also told me it is a safety problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated violently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the tie rod was defective and needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to repair the problem. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage 67,000 and the current mileage was 91,000.
Enginecradle rusted out
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at any speed, the vehicle would abnormally veer toward the right. The contact also stated that the brakes would involuntarily engage when driving at any speed. Once the brakes disengaged, the vehicle would surge forward momentarily. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 73,500. Updated 5/24/11 the vehicle stalled while in reverse, a water pump was installed and the vehicle surged forward
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at speeds over 50 mph, a vibration was present. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the engine cradle and the sub frame had rusted. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 113,000.updated 06/27/14*ljthe tie rods and lower control arms were replaced. Updated 07/08/14
Recently bought a 2005 chrysler pacifica. After doing some research online i discovered that there has been thousands of complaints about the engine cradle rusting out due to chrysler improperly coating the framework. I naturally went out to look at mine to make sure it did not have the same problem. I was very disappointed. I bought this vehicle for a family vehicle and now do not feel safe driving it with my 4 children and cannot afford the repairs as my savings was used to purchase said vehicle. One would think after thousands of such dangerous claims that the nhtsa would do something about this
Front sub-frame has rusted through rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive.this is the exact same failure as many other reports you have received on this vintage, make and model vehicle.fca has refused to offer any assistance toward the repair and my local mechanic reported that new replacement sub-frames are not even available - leaving consumers with the choice of recycling the vehicle at a salvage yard, repairing it with what is obviously flawed oem components, or keep it as lawn decoration.i have taken the vehicle off the road and am thankful the problem was discovered prior to my wife or son experiencing a catastrophic failure while driving.it is only a matter of time before someone looses a life because of this defect. Be proactive and force fca to repair these failures - regardless of mileage - or this organization is part of the problem.
Bought this car used from a dealer owned the car for approx 8 months we were making a right hand turn heard this really loud noise and the car would no longer run. We were told the subframe and motor mounts were broken. Now 1 1/2 years later my car has been acting very strange the transmission is slipping the car wont go if you step on the gas and my mechanic has informed me that once again i have broken motor mounts. I have owned this car for almost 3 years and have only put about 30,000 miles on it this should not be happening.
I was driving on the freeway, and all of a sudden the car turns of. I had my niece in the car. The steering wheel wouldn't move. I could've crashed and caused a major fatal accident. Shortly after that i needed to replace the engine. Luckily i had warranty.the dealership couldn't figure out why the car would turn off. This happened about 3 times. And still does.now im having problems with the motor. I've doesn't over 8000 dollars fixing this car out of my pocket. The car is almost paid off. I need help. I feel like chrysler has stolen money from me since i purchased this car. Not fair. Not right.
My vehicle started making a clunk noise from the engine area and stopped shifting out of second gear. I took vehicle in to a repair shop for transmission service and was told by the repair shop that the vehicle is unsafe to drive because the engine cradle has corrosion and has rusted to the point that the engine is about to fall out the vehicle which most likely caused the transmission to fail. This was discovered while my vehicle was being lifted on the hoist. The repair shop said they are afraid to keep the vehicle on the hoist because someone could get injured while underneath it.
Multiple issues with this car! i will start with the problems that didn't almost kill myself and my children. The abs light would stay on and the dealer had no resolution. The car would stall while turning. I replaced the battery five times in four years. While idling in the driveway the drivers seat reclined by itself, would not respond to the controls and started smoking! the dealer claims they could not diagnose the problem! lastly, while driving my sons to school, the car was handling poorly and because it was dark and raining, initially i believed that it was wet road conditions. To maintain control of the car, i was traveling in the slow lane and my speed was approx. 30 mph. Upon approaching the top of a small hill, the steering began to vibrate violently, at this time i believed that the car had a flat tire and that was what had caused the poor handling while driving. I immediately hit the button for my hazard lights and began to try to ease into the emergency lane and attempt to stop the car. It was instantly apparent that the car brakes and power steering were not working, which left me struggling at 30 mph and accelerating because of the i was now on the downward side of the hill, to try to maintain control of the car! i was able to keep the car from completely veering to the right and ultimately hit a 5 inch concrete curb that is a turn out for the corner gas station. Upon hitting the curb the car then sprang to the left back into the highway lane. Miraculously, no other vehicles were traveling in that lane at that moment! once, we were out of the car, i learned that the car did not have a flat tire but a part of the front end had broken and caused the passenger front tire to collapse into the wheel well...unbelievable! i believe this to be a defect of the car, in addition to he multitude of other defects of this car!!
Sub-frame broke on me.it is the exact part that was recalled for the 2004 pacifica.however there is no recall for 2005? the sub frame broke while i was driving, with a children in car seats in the vehicle.this is a real safety concern, especially in the "salt belt" chrysler's self admitted insufficient protective coating on the sub frame of these cars, should be enough proof, to raise eyebrows and remedy this safety issue.i cannot afford to repair all the damage this caused, and pacifica's cannot hold a resell value, as selling this to another person, is just like handing them a ticking time bomb.why is there no solution or help on this issue? i am not alone with these issues.i suppose it will take deaths from this faulty part before any real action is actually taken. Having a strong piece of metal to keep my motor from falling on the ground isn't to much to ask, or is it?the only option i have to keep my primary vehicle on the road, is to try welding the sub frame and hope for the best.
I experienced violent vibration and or/shake in the steering wheel. With a thumping under my feet .when i got home i jacked up my car to see what was going on. And was shocked to see the rear motor mount had broken through the cross member and not much attachment remaining.
While driving and turning the steering column makes a horrible whining noise, then stopped completely. I could not turn the wheel and the car stalled.i had fixed it once before. It cost $1,200.00 and now it is doing it again. The repair shop will not fix it again, they said it is a dealer problem. I have been round and round with the chrysler corp. And of course, they will not fix it or reimburse me. Rusted undercarriage is also worrying me - just waiting for an accident and looking up lawyers. But money is so much more important to this company rather than human life. I had purchased insurance for this vehicle for just such an emergency - and when i called, both times, they denied the coverage. I cancelled the policy after paying $1,500.00 into it and got back 355.00. Never, ever again with this company.
I was pulling into a left hand parking spot when the vehicle stalled/completely shut off.dashboard lights were still on.i was able to coast backwards down a slope and back into another open parking spot.i had no power steering, and brakes were very hard to depress.i looked up the problem on the internet and looked up open recalls.i found a recall similar to what happened, but when i called both daimler-chrysler and a local chrysler dealership and gave the last 8 characters of my vin, they informed me there were no open recalls for my vehicle.from what i researched, this might happen several times and i am quite concerned with my safety.
During an oil change, massive rust was found in the engine craddle, sub frame. Failure of these parts would be catastrop.chrysler has acknowledged this problem with a small subset of these cars but clearly applies to all as similar symptoms are showing in cars outside the group sleected for relief.this is wrong, this is not safe, this is not fair.
Numerous complaints from owners of chrysler pacifica (2004 - 2005). The sub -frame of the vehicle was not treated properly for rust or corrosion. The motor mounts to the sub-frame and if the sub-frame is compromised the engine could drop down and destroy all braking and steering capabilities; as well as, catastrophic issues including death. What does it take for chrysler to realize that this is a problem. How does chrysler issue an extended warranty and then rescind the letter. Corporate greed at its best. This is a "family vehicle" that we afraid to drive because you do not know when the sub-frame will "give-way" and possibly kill everyone in side or someone else. Can i get some help!! please !!
Engine cradle rusted out an cost me $1600 for replacement major safety issue chrysler seemed to get away with an now i keep blowing power steering hose on front drivers side right next to transaxle i'm a big chrysler/mopar guy an it's a shame they are not even willing to look at or consider a recall or replacing these parts an fixing thelse issues someone is going to end up dead because the motor fell out or they lost there steering an killed someone or them selfs. I replaced engine cradle about 6 months ago from today's date 2/18/19 an been dealing with this steering issue for the last couple months now an ill replace the hose once again today 2/18/19 whicham cost me an my wife a day off work vary disappointed with how chrysler deals with safety issues
Took vehicle to mechanic for routine maintenance. Upon inspecting the underside of the vehicle the subframe of the vehicle is rusting and has holes some as large as three to four inches in diameter.
My wife was going 35mph in town. Coming to an intersection she needed to turn. No brakes or steering, both stopped working. Luckily no one hit her and she was able to stop before hitting the telephone pole. I have seen a number of people online with similar issues.
I only purchased my vehicle 1 year ago. The first month i had it, i tried to have it inspected and was told my sub-frame was rotted. I contacted the chrysler company and there were no recalls. I contacted the dealer and they wouldn't help me. My check engine light is on because the o2 sensors are bad and now my power steering is leaking and i was told the steering rack is bad. I've also had to replace my inner and outer tie rods on both sides and also replaced the sway bar links. I am a single mom with 3 kids and this car has been a huge burden on me financially. I made a huge mistake buying a chrysler.
While operating my 2005 chrysler pacifica limited edition i heard a loud clunking, popping, sound coming from my front end, which was exacerbated when i turned either left, or right.also, i have a constant shaking which i feel through my steering wheel, which becomes more pronounced while i am braking.anytime i drive over any type of bump, pothole, or even just an uneven road surface it clunks.it sometimes makes a clunking sound even when i am operating on an even road surface.as i start pulling away from a stopped position, i often feel, and hear a jerking & lugging, which sounds like the engine is moving around inside the sub frame (engine mounts).i brought the vehicle to a local independent mechanic who informed me that the sub frame was so rotted, that the control arm has pulled off of the sub frame.he also stated that the part of the sub frame that holds the engine in place, is so rotted that the engine could actually break free from the vehicle, and could result in a serious crash.he showed me several holes, where the sub frame has actually rotted completely through, and i am able to see out the other side of the metal.he said that it would cost me thousands of dollars to replace the rotted parts.i am a stage 4 terminal cancer patient, and need my vehicle to travel back & forth, 60+ miles, for the treatments necessary to keep me alive.i am not able to work, and therefore cannot afford to pay the costs required to repair, and/or replace the rotted parts on my vehicle, as well as the damage that the rotted parts have caused to other parts of my auto.i had another mechanic check my vehicle, for a second opinion.he told me that there is no way that this is normal wear, rusting, or rot, for a vehicle that is not even 9 years old.he said exterior body panel rust, or rot could be very possible, but definitely not rot in the sub frame.
A letter was sent to some 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica owners that the front engine cradle and suspension mount frame warranty was being extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles to owners in states that use road salt because off corrosion problems. They go on to carelessly explain that if your are not experiencing vibration and shaking you need to do nothing-- by the time its that bad its almost to late!mine was not shaking but i had my pacifica inspected any way and found rust holes in front frame, one was the size of my fist and on the other side may be three or four fingers wide. I stopped driving the vehicle immediately and called the phone #listed on the notification letter twice, both times they denied a problem because it was not listed as a recall on their web site and besides my vehicle did not fall into the vin block ?? there are cases listed on the internet where state dmv inspection stations have failed these vehicles because they were unsafe to drive because of frame corrosion. I am having the engine cradle replaced at my expense. How can a manufacturer have such a flippant attitude about a known serious safety issue? does this fall under a hidden warranty or recall.
On 9/10/2014 my wife was in a minor fender bender and our 2005 chrysler pacifica had to be taken away on a flatbed tow truck. Upon inspection of damage to our front end from the accident the body shop informed they found that our vehicle was unsafe to drive. In addition to the damage and upon my shock and horror they found our passenger side subframe/engine cradle was almost completely rusted out!!! the cost to repair/replace the subframe and labor will be $1500!!! i am in the process of having them replace it because my wife and 2 small children are in this suv daily. I'm thankful that this was found now before it was too late and something god awful would have happened. I'm in the process of talking with chrysler and am looking for assistance in this matter. Thank you for your help.
2005 chrysler pacifica loses power steering when rains and wet.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 5 mph and making a left turn, a clicking sound emitted from the steering column without warning. The failure recurred on several occasions whenever the contact made a left or right turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the engine cradle had excessive rust and was fractured. As a result, the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000.
Vehicle stalled while turning into parking spot at low speed.power steering was lost at that time making it difficult to maneuver vehicle.when vehicle was placed into park, i was able restart the vehicle and safely park.
Today i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica into the shop for new tires,i was told they could not do an alignment because the tie rods looked bad and to take it to the dealer, i did. I then found out from my local dealer that unfortunately that is all they see is chrysler pacificas...my car has less than 45k miles and i have been told that the entire front end suspension is worthless and right now i have bad gear boxes, a broken engine mount, and can count on having front axel problems as well.the dealer also had a 2004 brought in today and that car and mine were raised up and the repair men showed me and everyone else around the identical problems on both cars.
On three occasions, while slowing down and turning, either into parking spots or parking lots, the oil pressure light came on and the power steering went out.it is possible that the engine died, but not sure because all three times we immediately put the vehicle in park and turned the key to the off position.once the car was restarted, the problem went away. The vehicle has been to the dealer twice, both times we were told that no codes were stored in the computer.both times we were told that they test drove the vehicle and could not duplicate the problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the steering wheel would shake when the vehicle reached 55 mph. When the contact took the vehicle to have the steering aligned, he was told that the vehicle needed new tie rods in the front. The vehicle was inspected at the dealership and the contact was informed that it needed a new rack and pinion system. The current and failure mileages were approximately 22,000.
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states defective airbag *tgwthe consumer stated the air bag light illuminated in september 2009. Also,there were problems with the transmission control module, brakes, wheel sensors, a clogged throttle body and for the past 18 months there has been a popping sound coming from the left side of the steering components. The dealership made repairs three times, but the popping sound eventually came back.the drive shaft was replaced three time and the rack and pinion was replaced three times.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the steering wheel would shake when the vehicle reached 55 mph. When the contact took the vehicle to have the steering aligned, he was told that the vehicle needed new tie rods in the front. The vehicle was inspected at the dealership and the contact was informed that it needed a new rack and pinion system. The current and failure mileages were approximately 22,000.
My problems began on 10/03/05 @ 2,826 miles.since that time there have been a litany of problems through eighteenmonths.wheel sensors -6 were replaced. Front end noise like a rubbing sound.returned to dealer several times. Accelerator sticking. Returned to dealer several times each time they lubricated the linkage but after two weeks the problem continued. At this point nothing else was done concerning the accelerator. Next, problem a defective axle, replaced.power module replaced.doors would not lock and car would not start after installation of the power module.the car had to be towed to the dealer. It was repaired.parking brake assembly fell apart in the rear brakes as i was driving down the highway.parking brake assembly replaced by the dealer.front end vibration again brought to dealers attention.another wheel sensor replaced.on 5/24/07 brought my pacifica back to the dealer concerning the front end noise.they replaced the power steering pump on 5/30/07.on 6/04/07 returned to the dealer noise in front end still there.also, the accelerator still sticks.concerning the front end noise, they said that a power steering line was leaking and they repaired it.the accelerator butterfly was finally replaced after over a year of complaints.on 6/08/07 i returned the car because of the same noise in the front end every time you turn left or right.at this point they decided to replace the steering rack. I picked up the car on 6/14/07 the vibration rubbing noise was still there.i returned to the dealer on 6/15/07.the service manager told me that they could not fix the car and to take the car home and wait for chrysler to call.it has now been 6 weeks and they have not called.i have called the dealer several times for up dates ,they say that they do not have any information.chrysler's letter, dated 6/26/07 states, " we consider this matter closed," even though the car has still not been repaired.
Rusted out engine cradle. I took my vehicle in for a oil change. The tech told me and showed me the rusted out engine cradle. He also informed me not to drive this vehicle any where but home.since the dealership was a few miles away i drove it there for an inspection. After a day without a vehicle, the dealership called to tell me it would cost around $2700.00 or more to replace the rusted out engine cradle. No why am i going to pay that kind of money on a vehicle that only has 60,000 miles on it.i called chrysler customer service, gave them all the information. They would not cover any of this due to i am the 3rd owner( whatever that has to do with it!) and its out of warranty! the second owner was my step dad who bought this vehicle at the dealerships used car lot where i took it to get it inspected. Even this dealership would not work with me.i feel that chrysler should pay for this repair on a vehicle with only 60,000miles on it.
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states extensive unibody rust on vehicle *tgwan auto body expert informed the consumer the rust was coming from the inside of the uniside rocker panel and both unisides needed to be replaced.
Front engine cradle on my 2005 chrysler pacifica has rusted to the point that the engine/transmission could fall out while driving.chrysler says that have no plans to issue a recall for such a condition.i called chrysler at 1-800-chrysler and they said it was not covered.the vehicle is in perfect condition and has 109,000 miles on it.
I was told when i took my car in for an oil change that the subframe was rusted out & that this was a safety issue.i would need to get this fixed or the engine/transmission could fall out.my car has always been stored in a garage.there is no way a car of this caliber should have a problem like this.it isn't even something that our service guy has seen on very old cars.was quoted @ $4200 for new one & around $1200 for used.my repair shop ordered 6 of them before they could find one that wasn't also rusted out.of course they got more expensive as it went along.very disappointed in chrysler saying that it wasn't covered & they wouldn't stand by there product/defect.
I was doing my oil change, when i noticed that my engine cradle was rusting through. I immediately called, both local chrysler dealers, was told that although chrysler is aware of the problem i was not covered. I called chrysler directly, it was explained to me that although my state is listed in the extended warranty, but because it was originally sold in a state not listed, i was not covered.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while servicing the vehicle, the dealer discovered that the cradle on the passenger side was completely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.
I'm was driving my 2005 chrysler pacifica when i noticed that my car had been shaking , i brought it to a independent automotive shop , the problem the mechanic stated was that the sub-frame/engine cradle was rotted with rust , and wasn't safe to drive , bc the engine could literally fall out , i did some quick research on the issue , and to my findings this seems to be a problem for many people , with 04-05 pacificas , i found a letter that other people posted from chrysler online that stated ,that 04-05 pacificas warranty would be extended to 10 year or 150,000 miles which ever came first , i contacted chrysler in reference to this letter , they recognized the letter , but claimed my vehicle wouldn't qualify, because it does not meet the datesfrom 2/23/04-3/31/04 of manufactured, there are thousand of complaints that are on line from people in the same situation asme , this is completely a safety issue , the risk people are taken ,some don't even know that your engine could literally fall out , at high speeds this could result in death or serious injury .
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle shook with the illumination of the abs light. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.... Updated 10-17-13 when braking the car started shaking. Steering was lost, and the abs light illuminated. Upon inspection it was found the front engine cradle had rusted so to the point there were big holes. The only thing holding the engine cradle together was the motor mounts.
Subframe under engine is rotted out.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having a state inspection performed on the vehicle she was notified that the engine cradle was corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who verified the failure and stated that it needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 76,000...updated 05/10/13updated 05/31/2013
I wanted to bring to your attention a safety condition with certain years on the chrysler pacifica.many of the pacificas engine cradles are severely rusted; to the point of if a break occurs the engine will fall out of the vehicle. This issue is mainly on years 2004-2005.(i own a 2005 model with severe rusted engine cradle.)the estimated cost of this repair is between $2,500 and $3,000.i have contacted chrysler several times about this safety issue, the 1st time was nov of 2013 with the most recent being 4/1/2014. Chrysler just says ?we?re looking into it?. (ref case# 24293830)i have contacted the minnesota attorney general who sent a letter to chrysler, but they declined coverage on my pacifica.i have also filed a complaint with the national highway traffic safety administration.chrysler has acknowledged this issue by extending the warranty on certain build dates, (see letter below):checkout an nbc news report on this issue:www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html.my vehicle has been diagnosed by two mechanics, one of which is roseville chrysler-jeep. And both agree that the engine cradle must be replaced. My vehicle is in perfect condition. The rusted engine cradle would never be noticed by a common person. Someone could have this issue and not know it unless a mechanic would happen to notice it. Luckily mine did!in light of the recent gm issues with ignorance of the power steering issue i would think that chrysler would try and get ahead of this serious safety issue.[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I have suspicion that the 2005 chrysler pacifica's motor mounts are below expected standards. I monitor my vehicles for complaints and recalls to insure that if i have to have work done on my cars it is for expected wear and tear of any vehicle. It is through this monitoring that i have noticed that i am not the only person to experience what sounds like substandard motor mounts. This has been my 1st vehicle of any kind to require replacement motor mounts.my 2005 pacifica with 73k miles has had to have both motor mounts replaced. It seems that before they were replace they were no longer functioning and the motor was being held in place by 3 other minor mounts. Apparently, the backorder is so bad that it could not be guaranteed within 2 months. I had to order them through a 3rd party in order toreplace before any major damage was caused.this raises red flags: are these faulty mounts? do they no longer make these mounts for other vehicles? if so, is it due to substandard design?why has there not been an investigation?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while servicing the vehicle, the mechanic discovered that the engine cradle was severely corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.the failure mileage was 50,000.
I noticed that something was looking weird about my car and something seemed hanging really low. I went to have it looked at right away and they told me that my cradle was rotting and it needed to be fixed or my engine was going to fall to the ground if i did not get this taken care of. I have had nothing put problems with this car. It seems like once i fix one thing something else goes wrong. I have spent over 3,000 dollars on this car so far to fix it and now this. I am beyond irritated.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.ever since the vehicle was purchased, the air bag sensor fails to activate when an occupant is seated in the front passenger seat, regardless of their weight.the dealer stated that there are two sensors in the seat that could not be repaired or replaced because that is how they were designed by the manufacturer.the failure mileage was 28,000 and current mileage was 46,000.updated 5/19/08 the consumer also coplained about wind noise. Updated
Subframe cracked rust bolt motor mount missing unsafe to drive.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the windows and mirrors are too small and obstruct visibility.while backing out of the driveway, she struck another vehicle.she has struck three vehicles and believes that the lack of visibility is the cause.the speed, powertrain, and failure mileage were unknown.the current mileage was 22,599 updated 03-05-08 . Updated 03/05/08
I took my car into get the power steering fixed and the mechanic told me that the engine cradle was rotting out and i would have a couple months, at best, before it could become very dangerous and even deadly.
While getting routine service the mechanic noticed both sides of the engine cradle were rotted.the car should not be driven till repairs are made. Seems that there are alot of these cars with thesame problem as mine. A total recall is needed before someone dies...
Upon taking car in for routine nys inspection was informed of severe engine cradle rot. Estimated repair $4000. Car has less than 114k milesand is only 9 years old. I cant afford to repair and even though i have opened a case with chrysler they are not willing to help me. Chrysler admits issue when they offered extension of warranty on 2004 and 2005 models but refuses to issue a recall or fix the problem at their cost. Owners are stuck with a costly repair option . Chrysler should be addressing this safety issue .
After getting a routine oil change the dealership told me that my engine cradle (subframe) had a hole in it about the size of a grapefruit.it was rusted through.the engine could fall out.contacted chrysler and they will not fix the problem.the car drives terribly. This is extremely dangerous and should be recalled.
I took my 2005 pacifica for a routine oil change last week, and our mechanic discovered a large area of the engine cradle was completely rotted away on the passenger side of the undercarriage. He said it's not safe to drive until something is done to fix it, because the engine could fall out of the car at any time. After doing some research online, we discovered that we are not the only ones who have this problem on this make and model. We took the car to our local chrysler dealer, and they will have to install a new engine cradle at an estimated cost of $2300. I then contacted chrysler customer care, and they took a stance of plausible deniability, telling me that this is a problem unique to my pacifica. I explained that there is irrefutable proof that it isn't unique to my vehicle. All pacificas are prone to this failure. When i asked about the extension chrysler issued for the warranty on pacificas because of this very issue and why owners were never notified, the representative did not deny there was an extension; however, he informed me that my car is too old and well past any warranty mileage (which it isn't at 138,600 miles). At that point the representative became rude. When i asked to speak with a superior, he informed me there was no one else i could speak to on this issue and there is nothing chrysler will do to assist me in the matter. All in all, i'm (1) alarmed that chrysler is not addressing this significant safety hazard in this model, and (2) frustrated that they refuse to do anything to correct the problem. I'd even be happy with a compromise, for instance, if they would supply the part and we would pay for the labor, but they shut the door in my face. Hoping the nhtsa can investigate and call them to account for such shoddy construction.
My vehicle's engine cradle and/or subframe is completely corroded and rusted. I have one very large crack in the engine cradle and another forming. The bolts and many other parts are rusted and rotted through. Chrysler is aware of this issue and has been for a long time but, since my car was made 6-8 weeks outside of their extended warranty period, they have refused to help me (while at the same time offering relief to others in my exact situation). During my initial discussion with their customer service, a supervisor told me not to call again and, despite not knowing the full extent of my particular problem, told me that chrysler would "absolutely" never do anything to help me. Chrysler has also refused to explain to me what was done differently to my engine cradle and subframe compared to vehicles made on march 31, 2004, the day the extended warranty ran through.my wife and i have owned this vehicle since 2006. It's the only car my 4- and 5-year-old daughters have ever known and to learn now, years later, how dangerous the vehicle is in saltbelt states makes me terrified about any other problems with chrysler vehicles that the company has chosen to keep secret. I am fortunate that we learned of the problem before the engine cradle failed altogether, which clearly could have led to serious injuries and/or death.
I was driving on the highway going about 55 (mph) when i went over a pothole. After that my car started making a rattling noise. My mechanic checked the car and said it was the rack and pinion but then he discovered that the whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded and told me it was very dangerous for me to drive the vehicle until i made the proper repaired which is replacing the entire engine cradle.
The cradle that holds the engine is rusting away.
I took my 2005 pacifica in for an oil change and was informed there was a major problem...engine cradle/crossmember bar was rusted through and had holes in it. I took it in to the chrysler dealership and was given an estimate of $2514 for parts and labor to make my car safe to drive. My vehicle was manufactured 9-04 so i missed that very small recall window. So much for a safe, family car...just hoping the manufacturer makes this right some day. Good luck to other pacifica owners.
I took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in to get my inspection done yesterday.the mechanic put the car in the lift to check it, then he showed me where the engine cradle/subframe had corroded to the point where you could stick your fingers through the hole.i did some research and there are hundreds more like myself with this problem.chrysler knows about the problem and does nothing about it.they recalled a minute portion of the same make and model with the same problem made in the same year.there are hundreds, if not thousands, with the same problem.may have no clue that they are driving a ticking time bomb, in which the engine could drop out at any time while they are driving.this car is supposed to be a family vehicle.i drove my two small children in this car for a long time, not knowing it could have wrecked at any time.is it going to a serious injury, or worse, death for something to be done about these rolling death traps.i contacted chrysler and they said there is nothing they could do because my vin doesn't fall in the recall range.yet, my car is the same year, make, and model.something needs to be done before some is injured or dies.i know there are hundreds more concerned people with same problem as me and something needs to be done.
Had vehicle in for brake service.technician showed me (with pictures) the problem with the engine cradle rusting out in multiple locations. In my research of this issue, i found numerous other incidents of this problem with little or no assistance from chrysler.this is a huge safety issue and could lose the engine at any time causing possible severe injury.would like chrysler to step up and get the recall out to all pacifica owners.
I originally replaced the motor mounts on this vehicle in august of 2011.i am having to replace them for the second time now, january 2015 (mileage 215,000).i should not have to replace motor mounts more than one time in the lifetime of the vehicle.i have had the vehicle properly maintained by the same mechanic for several years.
Car failed inspection because of rusted out engine cradle (undemember),
My vehicle was recently found to have a rusted out engine cradle during a routine inspection.i have contacted chrysler, and they will not take any responsibility for the repair.my mechanic has tried to find one in a junk yard to replace it, but every pacifica in the junk yard has a rusted out engine cradle.they know this is a problem and refuse to take responsibility.my state has mandatory inspections.i shudder to think of what will happen when someone is driving down the road unaware and their engine falls out.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at speeds over 50 mph, a vibration was present. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the engine cradle and the sub frame had rusted. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 113,000.updated 06/27/14*ljthe tie rods and lower control arms were replaced. Updated 07/08/14
Engine cradle/frame assembly is severley rusted. This was detected by conrad's located in green, ohio 10/23/14 when servicing the vehicle. It is verified by duanne's automotive center, north canton, ohio 10/25/14. Chrysler never sent me a recall notification for the rust condition. It was a recall item. It is very dangerous. It is costing me in excess of $1200.00 (parts and labor to install used cradle assembly - new is not available for purchase) to replace.
The sub frame under the drive train has rusted out to the point that it has little or no structural strength, this has essentially rendered the car inoperative and unsafe to operate.the car has barely 100,000 miles.
The engine cradle is rusting and the engine will soon fall down to the ground if not replacedcost + $2,000 +.
I am seeing a lot of complaints regarding rust and corrosion issues with the engine cradle on 2004-2005 chrysler pacificas. Please go back to the main frame page and click on the "service bulletins" tab under the 2005 chrysler pacifica recalls list, then click on the "associated document" in the first service bulletin labeled : service bulletin no.: wb-d-10-34 component(s): enginenhtsa id number: 10045080it reads that, in an effort todemonstrate its commitment to your continued satisfaction, chrysler group pacifica's llc has extended thewarranty for the front engine cradle to 10 years or 150,000 miles (whichever occurs first). This warranty coverage applies to chrysler pacificas model years 2004-2005. Please take your vehicle to your local chrysler dealer where it can be inspected and replaced free of charge if necessary! if you have already replaced this component at your cost, then you are entitled to a refund; but must submit a photo copy of your invoice and receipt to:chrysler customer assistance centerpo box 21-8007auburn hills, mi 48321-8007you may also call our customer service center for more information at : 1-800-247-9753 (8am - 8pmest. Monday-friday) (9am - 5pmest. Saturday)
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that an independent mechanic was servicing the vehicle and advised that the engine cradle was rusted. The mechanic also advised that the engine cradle would need replacing because there was a risk of the engine becoming detached and falling from the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 121,000....updated 10/27/15
Just had a state inspection and oil change done on my 2005 pacifica. The technician put my car on a lift and pointed out multiple areas where the engine cradle frame is rusting out. He had never seen anything like this on a vehicle of this age. As it turns out, while investigating this issue on the nhtsb and other web sites, this is a common problem with the chrysler pacifica. And is apparently of little concern to chrysler. They have offered some people help and others have been told "too bad", based on some arbitrary manufacture date range. This is even though the defect is the same no matter the manufacture date. This total disregard for the safety of their consumers is unbelievable and should not be tolerated. While my car has passed this inspection, without correction, it will never pass again. This was not a low cost vehicle and if chrysler was aware of this safety issue why was i not contacted. Are they waiting for some kind of serious accident with injuries or death to respond properly? i contacted chrysler on this issue and was told they would not help me. "thank you for contacting the chrysler customer assistance center. Thank you for your recent contact regarding your vehicle. We fully appreciate your concern, particularly in view of the expense and inconvenience involved, however, we are unable to accommodate your request for out-of-warranty consideration. The vehicle has exceeded the time and/or mileage limitations of the warranty (or warranties) we offered on the vehicle at the time it was purchased. Although we are unable to provide a more favorable reply, we appreciate the opportunity to review your request.thank you again for taking the time to communicate with us. We're sorry we cannot provide a more favorable reply thanks again for your email."
I purchased this vehicle not to long ago. Then when having my brakes done, my mechanic pointed out the huge rust holes in the engine frame of my car. He said it wasn't safe to drive the vehicle because the engine might fall out. I contacted chrysler but the said there was no recalls on the vehicle.
Engine cradle sub frame rusted through on one side causing the car to pull to one side.
I took my car in today for an oil change and was told that the engine cradle was severely rusted and unsafe to drive.the repair would cost $2700.i called chrysler customer service for assistance however my car was built august 18, 2004 and not during the time of the extended warranty was issued for cars built feb 23 - mar 31, 2004.i have the same issue as the cars built earlier in the year, however, i am out $2700.why isn't this extended to other pacifica's built in 2004 with the same problem?
My engine cradle is rusted/rotted out and completely unsafe to drive. I was told it can't pass inspection and will be approximately $2,000 to fix. My mechanic told me not to drive the car anymore, since the engine could fall out.after researching online, this is a very common problem with the 2005 pacificas. Will there be arecall? would appreciate it if someone would get back to me asap, since i need my car to get to work. Thank you.
I just received a call from my chrysler dealer telling me my engine cradle has rotted out and there was a recall on this but my vehicle is not included in the build dates covered by the recall. In exploring for more information on the web i have found this is a known safety problem with these vehicles and people are basically driving around in time bombs. Can you help me here and get chrysler to own up to this problem? the cost to me out-of-pocket will be $4500.
In july 2009, during the vehicle safety inspection, the first signs that the engine cradle was rusted and even perforated in some places were reported. Now, it is getting worse and worse,vibrations can be felt when driving and great concerns are made on this vehicle safety.updated 12/08/14
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact discovered that the engine cradle was severely corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 86,000.
2005 chrysler pacifica 107000 miles rusted engine cradle.garage kept andserviced only at a chrysler dealership,service dept never told me the engine cradle was extremely rusted and cracked. After several calls and emails to chrysler corporation they refused to work out any financial assistance on repair bills.
During routine maintenance, discovered severe corrosion to engine cradle. Potential is there for catastrophic failure of the engine cradle, causing a collapse.technician at dealership recommended no longer driving vehicle, stating it was unsafe.car is otherwise in excellent condition, having been garaged and carefully maintained throughout its lifetime. This is a potentially serious safety hazard.no notification was provided to me by chrysler that this should be checked. My research shows that chrysler has been aware of this issue for years but they are refusing to assist with replacement of engine cradle.a letter was drafted by chrysler covering certain 2004-2005 pacificas within 10 years of purchase or 150,000 miles.my vehicle falls into this category, since it is less than 9 years old, and had 100,000 miles on it at time of discovery of corrosion.chrysler states my vin does not fall into the range of vehicles that are covered.chrysler also covered vehicles in "cold weather states", which is the range of states we live in.
Took our 2005 chrysler pacifica in for oil change and they informed us that the engine cradle is rotting out and that our engine could fall out and that would result in a bad accident.we called chrysler and they would do nothing!!! we found out that many other people who own this same car had the same problem on the internet because the chrysler manufacturer of this car did not coat the frame correctly when it was built. This was chryslers mistake when this car was made and it is no fault of the owners that purchased these cars to have this terrible costly and dangerous problem.this should be under a recall but it is "not" and now it will cost us $3000.00 to have it repaired to make our car safe.we are the original owners of this car and it has always been keep in a garage.there is only 4800 miles on this car and this should never have happened.we are retired on a fixed income and this put us at a hardship.we feel we have to have this repaired to protect us , our family and other people on the road.we feel this should certainly be addressed and that the chrysler manufacturer should recall and stand behind all 2005 pacifica cars.many people who own this car might never know this is happening and it is dangerous to have these cars on the road as this could cause a serious /fatal accident to many people! help!
The engine cradle or subframe is entirely rusted through, i have been told by a mechanic that they engine could likely fall through the bottom of the car. The hole in the subframe is large enough to put your hand through on one side and cracking on the other.
Engine cradle rusted through. Still holding engine however, hearing a popping noise when placed in gear. Mechanic stated vehicle not safe to drive. Have owned since 2005 and now not able to drive it.
Dt: noticed onseptember 1, 2005 thatthe passenger's side of vehicle was higher than thedriver's side. Thiscauses the vehicle to pull to driver's side. The dealership checked the vehicle.they measured and compared it to a floor model, and they said it was the same size.then,had the vehicle checked at a local mechanic, and they measured it, and determineditwas an inch higher on the passenger's side.contacted the manufacturer, and they advised the consumerto make arrangements with the dealer . But whenthe consumercalled the dealer they didnot know how to fix it.
I took my pacifica in to get the tires rotated and was told i had a cracked frame and they would not rotate them.i checked to see if i had a recall and i did not.now i have a car that is worth less than what it would cost to fix it.judging by all the complaints this is a serious problem and i am just thankful my family didn't get hurt because of it.i was told the subframe hold the engine so it is not safe to drive because of the crack.
Was informed by service center that the engine cradle was rusting thru.svc center advised that this is a safety issue and needs to be addressed.contacted dealer who looked into the issue and said it needs to be replaced due to rust damage.dealer advised that chrysler extended the warranty for 04 & 05 pacifica's for 10 years or 150000 miles.chrysler sent a letter to affected people on nov 9, 2010. ( we are not part of the affected cars according to chrysler) the dealer advised that our car was not part of the affected vehicles.parts for replacement totaled out at 1329.55 plus tax and labor.dealer said to contact chyrsler cust svc to see if there is any thing they can do.contacted customer svc and they advised that the car does not fall in the affected cars and there is nothing they can do.have sent a letter to chrysler with no reply on this issue.so no we have a dependable care in very good condition that is not safe to drive and the manufacture is going to deny any replacement or repair.
Took car in for routine oil change. Chrysler dealer stated that the engine cradle is rusting out and needs to be replace very soon and is dangerous to drive. Chrysler had a recall for a select 2004 year cars for the same reason. Why has the recall not been extended to include a wider range of vins? i notice about 1/2 of the recent complaints are for the exact same problem.
9/23/14 took my pacifica to shop to have ac fixed once on the lift they informed me that the subframe was rusted out and my car was unsafe to drive. So scared to drive vehicle, i was informed that it would cost 3000. To 5000 to fix. I don't have that kind of money being retired. Chrysler informed me that my car was not built between feb. And march 2004 so they wont cover it. How ridiculous is this that they don't stand behind there products. Are they waiting for someone to die from this error.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica i just bought it about 7 months ago. I took it in for a routine oil change about a month ago, when the mechanic tells me that my subframe that holds up the motor is badly rusted and that my motor could fall out anytime. Going to the shop next week due to how unsafe it is!
While having my oil changed my mechanic called me over to show me the rusted engine cradle.i have researched and have found this to be a problem with many chrysler pacifica 2004-2005.i contacted chrysler and was told there was a recall but only for vehicles built from feb 2004-march 2004.if so many people are having this problem then why is it such a small time frame?the same issues still apply to the vehicles manufactured outside that small window.is the safety of the consumers whose vehicles were manufactured during that month time frame more important than the hundreds of people who have evidence of the same rusting of the engine cradle? when i purchased this car, i did so for safety and quality and now feel like both are lacking.
We bought our 05 pacifica a couple months ago used we were aware of the engine cradle being losewe then found out it was corrode out on the right side of the motor and steering rack problem and was wondering if there is a recall on either of these items we see that alot of 05 have the same problem were can i take my car to get it fixed.
Own a 2005chrysler pacifica limited fully loaded whichwas purchased new. The car was built in august 2004. I took it in for inspection in december 2013 and it was discovered the engine cradle supporting the engine was badly corroded and would need replaced to pass inspection and is a safety issue. Chrysler has acknowledged this defect in cars made in a 6 wk period and awarded an extended warranty to these vehicles but not mine.. This is a design flaw in the cheap material used in production and i should given the extended warranty. My wife and grandchildren were at riskwhile driving it and didn't know it i am a decoratedveteran and will be contacting the president, mrs obama and initiating a class action lawsuit and the local newschannel.. I have no choice but to fix it but seek reimbursement for the extended warranty.chrysler needs to own up and do the right thing before some lives are lost. Core values: integrity first, service before self & excellence in all we do!you don't want to end up like gm do you?
Subframe corrosion - rust.
I was just informed by my mechanic today that the engine cradle in my 2005 chrysler pacifica is corroding. The cradle has to be replaced. I did a little bit of research on this issue and found that chrysler issued an extended warranty for some 2005 pacificas, but not others. Apparently, the process used to coat the piece was insufficient, which has lead to corrosion problems in an unknown number of vehicles. My vehicle was not included in the extended warranty, but i feel it should be, because we are clearly having the same problem as others who have been covered. In addition, this is a serious safety issue that should be addressed. We were told that the engine could fall out of the vehicle, which obviously could cause a serious, if not fatal, accident. I don't know what filing this type of complaint can accomplish, but i would hope that chrysler can be made to take responsibility for this safety issue. I would also like a response from the nthsb so i know my voice was heard. Thank you.
Rust through of engine cradle at variousspots on enginecradle. I'm the original owner. The car has 80500 miles. Contacted fca via phone. Fca says my pacifica does not fit the narrowly defined manufacture date of 02/28/2004 to 03/31/2004. My pacifica was manufactured on08/2004 and therefore does not qualify for extended warranty coverage. My local fca dealer gave me an estimate ofabout $ 2600 to replace. This problem was noticedduring a routine oil change recently. I am the only one who drives the car on a limited basis with no passengers.
My mechanic has informed me that the sub frame that holds the engine on my 2005 chrysler pacifica has extensive corrosion and has a hole in it the size of a person's fist. He said that the corrosion protection was obviously inadequate and could be a safety issue if i were in an accident.he said i will have to replace it and it will not be an inexpensive job.he said their should be a recall because this should not happen.apparently there is no recall.
Engine cradle has rusted through and made the car unsafe to operate for my teenage son.a very expensive replacement is required.structural integrity should have a much longer lifetime.chrysler was contacted and declined the opportunity to make things right.
Was told by my mechanic that the car would not pass inspection as the front sub-frame that holds up the engine has major corrosion and is a safety concern.checking the internet confirms that my cars condition is not unique.chrysler does have a recall out for this model and this condition but it is only for vehicles in a six week manufacturing window and my vehicle does not qualify.it should.cost of repair i was told by the dealer is $4,100 plus.part alone is $3,870.this needs to be investigated by your organization please.this sounds like the toyota tundra pick-up frame issue.same problem.
Found out in december 2013 getting tires, that engine cradle had serious rust and to watch it.engine light came on in january 2014, and car needed transmission work.mechanic took frame off and it rained rust particles from the horribly corroded engine cradle frame.called chrysler, wanting to speak with supervisor.i was told that a supervisor would call me within 24 hrs.never happened.called again a week later, and that operator found out my original message was never delivered to a supervisor.and now i"m waiting again for 24 hrs for someone to call me.
While getting a safety inspection of my vehicle it was discovered that there is considerable rust on both sides of the engine cradle. After doing some research i found that this is not an isolated issue and then contacted chrysler customer assistance center and was told that my car was built outside of an extended warranty that was given to other 2004 & 2005 pacificas for the exact same issue. After much checking i was told there was nothing they could do.
I recently took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in to have the air conditioning system repaired and the mechanic called and told me that the engine cradle was rusted out and the car was not safe to drive.i did a quick google search and discovered that this is a known problem with pacifica's.according to the information that i found, chrysler originally distributed a letter indicating that it would cover 2004 and 2005 models only to send out a later letter drastically reducing the number of cars that would be covered on the extended warranty.it's apparent that this is a widespread issue.in 1998 ford recalled 2.6 million vehicles for a similar issue.chrysler should follow suit and do the same thing.
2005 chrysler pacifica engine cradle is rusted out and the engine could fall out of the car. I find the car to beunsafe to drive. That is the only thing is rusted out on the car, this needs to be fix by chrysler.
My mechanic informed me that the engine cradle on my car is completely rotted out and is a serious issue which is a fatality hazard.he gave me a copy of chrysler "extended warranty period" written notice for this issue for pacifica model years 2004-2005.i called them and they stated that i'm not covered because my car was built in 8/04 and not between 3/04-4/04.the notice does not state that the cars need to be built in a particular month.their statement makes no sense to me and i think they are lying. All of the signs of their notice is what i have have been experiencing for over a year, the "corrosion resulting in drivability vibration and/or shake." could you please help me i love my car but can't afford the repair cost and they need to stand by their awareness of the defect and written warranty coverge notice.the notice is labeled as "[xxx]".thank you.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Took car to be inspected and was told the engine cradle was rusting out and the car would not pass inspection.dealer quoted me $2,000 to replace; got second opinion and paid $1,700 to have the cradle replaced.just discovered this website (09/2014), otherwise would have filed this complaint earlier.seeing the number of complaints on this same issue on this website makes me feel chrysler should reimburse me for the money i spent to have this repair done.
Engine cradle rusting out on passenger side. No help from dealer or chrysler customer care. They have known about this problem for some time. So many of these vehicles are still on the road and people do not realize they are driving a death trap. Cant imagine what would happen at 70 mph and the engine falls out.
I bought this vehicle in 2011. When i brought to my mechanic for an oil change he told me my subframe (engine cradle) was severely rusted and corroded and that i probably wouldn't make it through the winter...the part cost around $1200. Alone without labor. I tried to save up the money but we just couldn't do it and within the past couple months my mechanic has informed me that my car is not safe to drive until it is fixed. He also advise to check for a recall and to call chrysler andsee what they say to do. They say there was a service bulletin for that matter of the defective part but only for the month of feb 04-march 04 and mine was made in june 04 and that my car even though it has the same issue is exempt from the replacement part. So i am paying for a car that is not safe to drive because of a defective part that chrysler refuses to help me with. It is not from normal wear and tear this car only had 62k miles on it when i had purchased it and my first oil change came at 65k miles when the problem was first noticed. After researching the internet i found multiple complaints of the exact same thing. I contacted the attorney general and they tried their best to help but because my car was 7 years old it was out of the warranty technically even though i still have only about 80k miles on it. I was told to make a complaint on here in hopes of possibly joining others to where there may end up having a recall on this part seeing my car is not safe to drive at all.
I brought my cart to my mechanic for a routine service and when my mechanic put it on the lift, he called us shortly after, and wanted us to come in to see the vehicle on the lift.. The car's frame was rusting through on both the front and back. He told us it was unsafe to drive and that he saw this on other pacifica's he serviced. He stated he never saw this occuron other brands now we have no vehicle to drive. The car is in good condition and has about 85,000 miles. If this car was driven on the highway, as we planned for the holiday weekend (july 4) without bringing it to a mechanic, we could have been killed. How does safety of passengers get compromised when it appears that 7000 cars were produced and hundreds of complaints with this specific problem on this model have been filed!.
Traveling at highway speeds the sunroof glass was partially separated from the mounting frame.the glass was vertical in the air stream until the car was moved to the side of the road.the glass was fully removed and taken to a glass repair shop to reattach to the mounting frame.
I own a 3005 chrysler pacifica that has been taken regularly to the dealer for oil changes repairs and regular maintenance. Today my husband noticed some rusting of the frame that the engine sits in so i went to dealer and had them look at it and they agreed and were surprised that this was happening and it shouldn't. I was told it should be fixed is very unsafe and the cost is very expensive. I called chrysler and they simply said sorry not a recalled vehicle and there is nothing they can do. They told me to fix it and save the receipt in case there is a future recall. I am very upset by this response. I am concerned about driving my kids as well as myself any where in a car that is unsafe and apparently our safety is not a concern for chrysler. I will make sure no one i know buys a car from this company especially after finding out that so many other pacificas have this same problem. It should have been recalled.
The front cradle is so badly rusted it broke in three different places.. I was driving home when i made a left turn and noticed the steering was real tight and did not release back.. I traveled further down the roadand noticed it was swaying and hard to keep straight.. When i made it home i used a flashlight because it was dark out and seen where it had snapped. Three different spots.. I'm mad because this was known issue and i was not notified by the dealership or chrysler that there was a defect prone to that make and model. No average person checks the undercarriage of a car when the body looks so good.
Rusted engine cradle. Known issue by many pacifica owners. Alot of owners complaining via internet. Am sure you have received hundreds of complaints for this rusted frame issue where the engine can fall out while driving and killing passengers. Chrysler is aware of the issues and never notified owners of this vehicle and the aforementioned problems.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds and while depressing the brake pedal, the steering wheel would violently shake. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the subframe was corroded through to the point that the engine could fall out. The subframe needed to be replaced. The contact called the milford chrysler dealer (located on 1470 boston post rd, milford, ct 06460) who stated that the vin was not associated with a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 270,000.
Took the car to local chrysler dealer (bournival chrysler jeep, york, me) for annual inspection. Was told car could not be inspected because the front cross member had rusted through in spots.(car had been inspected at the same facility a year ago and no problem was found) the problem was confirmed by an independent mechanic. Car has 91,500 miles.i have read of chrysler offering a 10-year, 100,000 warranty on this problem but neither the service manager nor nhtsa could confirm. There are dozens of instances of this problem, both in the united states and canada listed on edmunds (http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0ec024/258). This is a dangerous situation that should be cleared up by chrysler.
My engine sub frame is heavily rusted creating a dangerous situation for my motor to falls or loose control of my vehicle putting my wife and child in danger.
Returned from mechanic on a maintenance issue, i was told that i need to replace my "k frame" , the front engine cradle was rusted, needs to be replaced as quickly as possible- unsafe to drive.i read multiple complaints on this website for same issue.i hold a copy of an extended warranty which only covers vehicles made in a 6 week time period for the same issue, my pacifica was made 8/16/04 has become ineligible.i was lucky my garage told me others may not be so lucky, an inferior product that was used more than just in a 6 week time frame.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle being serviced, the technician informed the contact that the engine cradle was severely rusted. The technician stated that the cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 128,600.
Excessive rusting of engine cradle. Possibility of front end of subframe falling out of the car.
Engine cradle completely rusted out. Discovered during inspection. Mechanic says the vehicle is unsafe to drive in the current condition and the engine could possibly fall out!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was being examined by an authorized dealer for routine maintenance, when he was informed that the engine cradle was suffering from severe rust and corrosion. The manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileages were 110,849.
Purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica from private party. Was not told about frame being rusted right through. Went to drive the car and could not drive. Was so scared and i was not safe. Brought to mechanic and was told engine cradle was rotted and the car was not drive-able and is not safe. I called chrysler and they refused to pay for the part to be fixed. I live in a high salt band state in ny and it should be covered as the letter that was sent out in 2011 stated it should have been covered. Now i have no vehicle and it would cost over $4500 to be fixed. Chrysler should have to recall these cars and fix the problem. We can die from this huge problem. The engine will just fall out of the car. I am really hoping that nhtsa will do something about this.
I purchased this car new in 2005. It has 140,00 miles on it. This week my wife took it in for a oil change and they said the motor is ready to fall out as the engine cradle is rusted out. They said the cost to fix this was $3-$4 thousand dollars. We don't have this kind of money and it's the car my 16 year old daughter drives 22 miles to school. I have resurched this issue and it's one that you are aware of and don't seem to care about. After the gm issues i'm disappointed that you have not made owners like me aware of this. Does someone need to get killed before you force chrysler to recall these?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken for a scheduled oil change, the technician noticed that the cradle and sub frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a second diagnosis where it was confirmed that the sub frame was fractured and rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000.updated 03/08/16*lj
Popping/clicking upon turning, stopping, taking off- had car just 2 days and had to bring back to dealer- read all of the service bulletins, and safety recalls, defects and complaints - found it to be the power transfer unit - ptu - seems that this is a problem with 2005 pacificia's. Dealer had 3 days. Internal side molding on psg 2nd door defective / pulling away from frame / exterior back black panels faded already/ wet carpet on driverside floor - smells/mildew car is new!
We bought our 2005 chrysler pacifica from a private seller ... Two days later we brougth it into the shop to get a mysterious clunk checked out and found the engine cradle was almost rotted away. After owning the vehicle for not even 48 hours it is now unsafe to drive, i called into chrysler customer service because i saw a recall that at one point covered this model and i was told, " i aplogize but there is nothing we can do". My question is ... If at one point this vehicle was not safe to opperate because of the engine cradle rust problem, what changed to exclude this model? i have plenty of pictures that show i should not be driving this vehicle with my children in it.
The engine sub frame has and is rusted out.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica is unsafe to drive due to the front sub-frame/engine cradle completely rusted through. This problem seems to be happening to several pacifica owners all over. This is truley a faulty device which chrysler should recall on and fix or cover the cost to fix this problem.
The egine cradle is rotting out.
Front subframe ,engine cradle is rusted so severely that my mechanic said that it is no longer safe to drive, must be replaced at a cost of approx $2000.00 car was purchased by me new in 2005 and garage kept only 107,000 miles
Friend of mine had an issue with pacifica where motor just fell off while she was driving. I took my car to the shop and found something i did not had idea what was happening with my car, undercarriage corrosion too.the bottom is just paper thin, everything is rotten. I have 115,000 miles on my car, 2005 pacifica. I cannot believe that car looks fine from outside but engine cradle was rusting out to the point you could almost put hand in the hole. It rusted to the point that the engine could fall out. I cannot believe there was no recalls on this car. They will start dealing with issues when drivers start killing themselves on the highway because they lost an engine at 70mph.
The entire undercarriage in rotten, including but not limited to the motor mount and lift points are completely rotted away. I was told it is very dangerous and should not be driving this vehicle but i still owe 7k.
Engine and undercarriage rot ,82000. Car engine works ,but is unsafe to drive
I'm one of the victim of the engine cradle rot, that occurs in the 2004 and 2005 pacifica.i found out about it when i jacked up the car to get under it,it was hidden.the failureof the cradle was 100%.it failed on the passenger's side of cradle and was rusted from frontto back
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 5 mph and making a left turn, a clicking sound emitted from the steering column without warning. The failure recurred on several occasions whenever the contact made a left or right turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the engine cradle had excessive rust and was fractured. As a result, the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000.
Body framerusting outler pacifica
Purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica limited 4 years ago. Currently 109,000 miles.. Had been hearing a clunky noise for a short time took it in to get checked😔 mechanic came back with ghastly news. Tie rods,bushings, water pump,rear axle shaft oilseal and worst of all cradle was rusting through. Over $7000.00 to fix all. I thought i would faint. No way could i do all the repairs. Upon reading all complaints chrysler should fix the rustimg problem. Shame on them for letting these cars on the road knowing this could happen to families purchasing their vehicles and possibly having a fatal accidemt occuring when the engine falls out.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having repairs performed to the vehicle at a local mechanic, he was advised that the frame exhibited excessive rust. The contact did not take the vehicle to a dealer or contact the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 103,000. The vin was not available.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. Within less than 30 days of the contact owning the vehicle, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked and the transmission slowly shifted in and out of gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the sensors could be the cause of the failure. The vehicle was also taken back to the dealer it was purchased from and the alternator assembly was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was also taken to bergstrom used car super center of appleton (2925 n victory ln, appleton, wi 54913, (920) 749-3232) where it was diagnosed that the frame had extensive rust, holes, and corrosion that could affect the motor, rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
May 2011 notice paint has blistered on passenger side rear door as well as passenger side rear quarter panel.chrysler said out of warranty, no help.
This is the second 2005 pacific that the rocker under the car is cracked and rusted away. I tookbthe car into monroe on jonestown rd harrisburg pa and they explained to me that it is so rusted that the motor will fall out and they wouldn't even do an oil change for me because they didn't want to damage it any farther.
The entire underside is rusting and falling apart. The biggest problem being the cradle. It is so bad theres cracks all over and big rust holes. The mechanic shop told my wife not to drive because its to dangerous!! she drives several young kids around everyday. So now it sits rusting even faster till we can get it fixed. Chrysler accepts no responsibility. Of course this is a common issue and i'm glad there's a class action lawsuit on this! it has 120,000 miles and to think the engine could drop out while she's driving kids around. That could kill everyone including other drivers around her. This will be my last chrysler/dodge/jeep vehicle and my kids will never own one. It's not my first, and i've had major issues with every single one. My fords and chevy's have never fallen apart like chrysler/dodge does.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic, the technician observed that the sub frame was rusted and had holes on the front passenger side floorboard. As a result, the technician diagnosed that the sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the subframe on the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe failed and needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica is completely rotted out underneath. When my mechanic saw the carriage of my car he warned me that i was driving a death trap. He said it is completely unsafe and i should not be driving it any longer.
Got word from my mechanic that the engine cradle is rotting and rusting and is a serious hazard to drive. He said it potentially could lead to the engine falling out of the vehicle.
I took my vehicle in for routine nys inspection and was told it wouldn't pass due to the bad subframe. The mechanic showed me the problem and i couldn't believe that the vehicle that i bought thinking it was a safe dependable vehicle was rotting out from underneath me! i've always performed required routine maintenance on it as i am a single working mother and need a safe reliable vehicle. I'm caught between a rock and a hard place because i can't afford to pay the $3,000 to fix it, to buy a new vehicle or to be without a car! i still owe on it and i can't drive it! is there anything you can do to make chrysler make this right?
I took my 2005 pacifica in for an oil change and routine maintenance and the mechanic discovered the subframe of my vehicle is rotting and rusting away. He said that this could be a potentially dangerous situation. Upon doing research, i've discovered that chrysler is doing nothing to fix the situation.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine cradle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that the engine cradle was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 113,000.
My vehicles entire subframe, also known as an engine cradle, was riddled with corrosion and rust.this is a hazard because i am driving on aframe that is not strong , the car is not to old to present such us decays .
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the vehicle exhibited a loud, abnormal noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed that the sub-frame was completely corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 150,000.
Engine cradle is rusted almost all the way through and engine can fall out.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for an unrelated service where they noticed that the front cross member was completely rusted. The dealer advised the vehicle was not safe to drive. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
2005 pacifica bought from dealer now out of business. Vehicle failed pennsylvania state inspection in july 2017 for rotted sub frame / k frame. Had just spent $600 on a catalytic converter. Now the estimate is $3100 for a new sub frame... This cost totals the vehicle and i'll have to buy a new one and i'm out $600 to boot.this should have been a recall. I was never notified. This is a manufacturing defect. Rust prevention undercoating not done or not done properly. Some say it was skipped entirely.problem is reported on the web often and is well known.vehicle cannot pass state inspection and cannot be driven safely.engine could fall out the bottom.if anyone knows of a class action suit or some government intervention, please let me know.the vehicle is worse than useless, it's dangerous.
Frame member supporting engine has developed sever rust compromising the structural integrity of the vehicle.chrysler has acknowledged this problem with this part on vehicles produced prior by extending the warranty to 10 years 150,000 miles for this frame member.chrysler will not provide any assistance with the repair to my vehicle.
My vehicle has less than average miles on it and the engine cradle has rotted so badly that our mechanic said it is not safe to drive , the manufacturer did not coat this part properly which caused this problem
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while at a local dealer for service, the technician made the contact aware that the subframe had corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.
The engine cradle has collaped and the motor has dropped about 3".it will be falling out of the car soon due to corrosion on this part.this is the exact part that the 2004 had issues with.the car is now unsafer to drive and needs an estimated $2200 repair.there is an apparent design issue as this car is in excellent shape otherwise.
Sub frame. Holding in the engine and transmission rusting out. Not coated properly when built. Discovered while doing oil change.
Went for routine state inspection and was notified that the subframe has significant rust on the passenger side (engine cradle).this vehicle only has 125,000 miles on it and the subframe should not be rusted out.have called chrysler and although they issued an extended warranty in 2010 which included my vehicle they have since refined this to vehicles made in a 6 week window in 2004.my vehicle was made in june 2004 just a few weeks outside their window.it is obviously a bigger problem as there are tons of similar complaints - rust on the subframe on the passenger side (see full list of complaints at nhtsa and all over the web).this needs to be addressed asap by chrysler.it has left me and my family in a very difficult situation - never mind the safety problem i have exposed my family to over the past year.
Engine cradle rusted out an cost me $1600 for replacement major safety issue chrysler seemed to get away with an now i keep blowing power steering hose on front drivers side right next to transaxle i'm a big chrysler/mopar guy an it's a shame they are not even willing to look at or consider a recall or replacing these parts an fixing thelse issues someone is going to end up dead because the motor fell out or they lost there steering an killed someone or them selfs. I replaced engine cradle about 6 months ago from today's date 2/18/19 an been dealing with this steering issue for the last couple months now an ill replace the hose once again today 2/18/19 whicham cost me an my wife a day off work vary disappointed with how chrysler deals with safety issues
Driving to work and i notice that the small snow build up in the center of the road was hitting my under carriage so i go to my mechanic on the way home and he looks under the car.i didn't realize when i had him take a look it would be the last time i could drive that car unless i wanted to pay thousands of dollars to fix the rotted subframe that holds my engine in.chrysler knows this is a problem but refuses to fix it.my mechanic says this should never happen with a car, which makes sense that you need your engine and transmission not to fall out!is there a number of injuries and fatalities that have to happen before the makers will recall a car for a problem they know is happening?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage and vin was not available.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, when he heard an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he inspected the vehicle and the center of the sub frame was rusted out. The contact called local dealer john jones auto group corydon located at 1735 gardner ln nw, corydon, in 47112, (812) 722-4146, and the dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure. The failure mileage was 148,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the motor mount frame was severely rusted. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not under recall. The approximate failure mileage was 214,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic for an oil change when he was informed that the engine cradle was corroded and a new frame was necessary to deem the vehicle safe to drive.the dealer did not offer any assistance.the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but no repairs were performed.the current mileage was 120,000 and the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.the vin was unavailable.
Rusted engine cradle with fractured frame mounting discovered when searching for a drip source under the vehicle.this is a known manufacturing defect, yet the corporation did not warn me of this problem, despite a recall for other pacificas made within a very narrow manufacturing window of time.this is unacceptable and now provides a risk to driving.what am i to do?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle violently shook while driving 70 mph. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the engine cradle and the sub-frame were severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 160,000.
The engine cradle of my 2005 chrysler pacifica is rusting out. Mileage is 175734. The estimate to repair is $2900 and more than the value of the car. I like this car but cannot afford the repair cost.
My 2005 pacifica is in for an inspection, and i get a call from my mechanic . The problem is, as the many compliant here that the sub frame / engine cradle is corroded, and my car is unsafe to drive. The cost is $ 2600 . Properlymore than the car is worth? i read that chrysler first acknowledge that there is a problem with 2004 and 2005 models, but later only recall vehicle in a 6 weeks timeframe , january - march 2004 because of not properly coating the engine cradle. Looks like the timeframe should be more like two years.
Our 2005 chrysler pacifica (156,595 miles) passed our annual state inspection, but we needed to travel 1000 miles, so we asked our mechanic to give it a more thorough look just to make sure it could handle a long distance trip. The underside of the engine cradle looked fine, but he happened to feel it move, so he used a camera to inspect the hidden upper side. Good thing he did! the engine cradle was practically rusted through, and the engine could have dropped out if we hit a significant bump. I was shocked to discover that this is a problem that chrysler knows about, but only recalled a hand-full of cars. This is a disgrace. My family could have died, and many others are at risk for a known problem that is not easily spotted on a routine inspection. Not to mention, we had to pay nearly $3000 for repairs. We could not trade in the rust heap for a better car since the pacifica has no resale value, also thanks to this "cradle rot" problem. For shame chrysler!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle shook violently and independently veered to the left and right without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,733.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 30 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the front and rear subframe was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 160,000.
Subframe near engine mount is rusted through.
We found that our car had a leak, which turned out to be a hole in the water pump. The service technician also told us that the subframe is rotting out and we should seriously consider looking for a new vehicle as this could become a very dangerous problem out on the road.
Http://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.htmlthe left side sub frame of my vehicle is corroded, making it unsafe to drive. I have contacted my local chrysler dealer as well as chrysler customer care about this issue. At this time they say there is nothing they can do for me. When i spoke with the customer service representative from chrysler he informed me that there have been many other owners reporting the same issue and they are looking into it and that there may possibly be a recall in the future. The repair cost for this issue is around $3000, which i do not feel the many people who are affected by this manufacture?s defect should have to be responsible for. Chrysler has selectively reimbursed people with this same issue, as you can see from the attached link to the nbc news report. As this vehicle is my main mode of transportation my family and myself it is unnerving to think what could happen if this situation is not addressed. Thank you for your time and consideration with this situation.
Took my car in for brakes andmechanic sent me pictures of car frame rusted through i had to have the whole frame replaced because it was unsafe to drive . I don't have a printer so i can't print out pictures to send you
During routine maintenance, my new mechanic showed me corrosion on my engine cradle and declared it unfit for travel. He shared that while chrysler is aware of this issue, they are not supporting the repairs, of which, will cost me $4500, out of pocket. Without said support, i will unfortunately need to walk away from this car. It should also be noted, my previous mechanic was a chrysler dealership and this was never brought to my attention as a concern, including when i reported knocking coming from the front end of my vehicle and was seeking a solution.
Transmount and subframe replacement needed.
I was informed during a routine oil change that my engine cradle was rotted out and could potentially fall out while driving.apparently this is a common problem with this vehicle.it only had about 64,000 miles on it and other than a small amount of rust on the rear wheel wells, it is fairly rust free.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact noticed a popping sound from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The mechanic advised the contact that the sub frame would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that there was a manufacturer's recall that could have been related to the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.
Official chrysler service repair shop has been doing my oil changes every 3 months - 4 times a year since 2005 when i purchased the car. Not once has their mechanic mentioned the rust of the cross member. I only found out and took pictures this week when i had a local shop change my breaks and do transmission service and they showed me the rust, could not believe that no one ever mentioned this as it was extreme with cracks and holes and that chrysler is aware of this issue regarding rust on cross member due to them not properly coating the engine cradle. Chrysler has had certain vin #'s recalled, but claim not mine though buildin 2004, i am in a snow belt state ( ny). They don't want to take responsibility. I am afraid to drive car, dangerous and engine can fall out - could cost $4000-5000 to repair front and back - and unfortunately i don't have finances to purchase a new car. I just want my car covered under their warrantee. This problem did not happen over night. I only have 127,000 miles and rarely drive in the snow as it is awful in the snow.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica's built in july 2004 subframe (engine cradle) is rusting through a lot. I have read numerous complaints about this issue and feel that there should have been a recall on this component.i don't think that this part should fail after being only a few years old and 65000 miles and being driven under normal driving conditions.in my opinion this component could possibly result in an engine falling out of it's seat and possibly cause a crash.
Rusted subframe discovered when performing regular oil change
Engine cradle is rotten fill with holes .need to be replace at tune of $4000 which i don't havechrysler know of problem but refuses to recall
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the a frame rusted and rotted out on the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 100,000.
We took our car in to locate a possible leak and while investigating the leak, our repair shop noticed a golf ball size hole and rust on the passenger cradle arm and reccommended us not to drive. After researching i have found we are not the only owners of the 2005 chrysler pacifica with this issue.
Took my 2005 pacifica to my local mechanic for an oil change.was told that the lower sub-frame on the front passenger side was rusted and corroded.he said it could have been due to condensation from the a/c or road salt.will soon be replacing the vehicle since it's no longer under warranty.very shameful that i see a lot of complaints about rust damage on the lower frame and still no recall.
When taking the car for an oil change, it was pointed out that our engine cradle was very corroded and rusted through.we have since discovered that this is a known issue with this year, make, and model of car.however, our car was manufactured outside the very narrow range of dates for which an extended 10 year, 150k mile warranty on the engine cradle was made available.the body shop has quoted us $4000 to repair the vehicle, and said the car is very unsafe to drive in it's current condition.given that this issue is so common for this car, it is only a matter of time before someone is killed driving one.chrysler should be forced to issue a recall on all 2004 and 2005 pacificas in order to repair this problem before it is too late for some family.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at high speeds, the front end of the vehicle shook violently. When the vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance, the technician stated that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 204,446.
I bought this car in 2011 all i have had with this car is problems after problems. First i was driving and the car stopped running it was something electrical then now my sub frame is no good it is rotted out rust all over the sub frame and i have two little girls in my car all the time and to top it off i'm still paying on this car to the bank what do i do not. I need someones help this is to much money for one person to pay when this was not my doing it was the car makers doing.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica has what appears to be abnormal corrosion on the frame.this was first brought to my attention by an investigative report by nbc5 chicago. I had my car examined by a mechanic who took photographs and warned me of a safety issue related to this corrosion. I have reached out to chrysler and the first response appeared to be a "scripted" response saying they were "sorry about the rust, but there is not recall", i have since escalated it within chrysler.i would like to open a claim with nhtsa since this problem appears to be fairly wide spread and needs to be addressed by the manufacturer, before people start to get injured or lives are lost due to this serious product defect.
I took my car into to have a motor mount replaced when my mechanic called me and told my that the frame or engine cradle was rusted out. He took some pictures and there are holes in thecradle. He advised me not to put anymore money into this car. I researched this online and found many complaints about this problem. I called chrysler and they said they could not help me. I'm ready to file a complaint with state attorneys office as i think this is criminal that chrysler will not recall this car and fix this common problem!
Took my 2005 chrysler pacifica into the mechanic for front end noise. The mechanic discovered that my sub frame is rusted out. The mechanic is concerned that my engine could fall out.
To my understanding i just bought my 2005 chrysler pacifica 3 weeks ago and went to get the oil changed and the mechanics could not get the screw out and they told me that my sub frame that hold the engine was all rusted out and can cause me to have a fatal accident and i was also told that there was a recall on these vehicles about that and i will need to know how to get my car repaired on the subframe, i seen it with my own eyes how the sub frame is rusted and cracked and corrison, i am glad they told me now i can't drive my pacifica due to this and can't get my oil changed, the oil mechanic took a picture..please help me take care of this
The 2004-05 chrysler pacifica subframes are defective, they rust and corrode to the point of being unsafe to drive.this has been an issue that been reported to the nhtsa before.a twenty year old car's subframe should not rust and corrode to the point that the engine could fall out, much less a nine year old car like mine and many others who have reported this.found out chrysler first offered an extended warranty of 10yrs 150,000 for people who live in high salt usage states, such as minnesota where i live.my car qualified so i called chrysler and the guy said take it to the dealership and they will take care of it under warranty.took it to mckays family dodge in st. Cloud and glen ertl lifted it up, took pictures for chrysler to see, and then told me my car wasn't under warranty.in the process of lifting my car up mckays somehow broke my motor mount which i was told later by my regular mechanic and it now made a clunking sound when i accelerate and feels very unsafe to drive.glen told us to "prove it" that he had broke it, very good business practices.called chrysler back and they told us it was a new employee who told me it covered under warranty but it actually wasn't even though i was holding a letter from chrysler saying all 2004-05 pacifica's under the criteria i mentioned above were qualified for the repair under warranty.this is a dangerous problem that many others have reported and it needs to be addressed.thank you for any help you can offer.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being inspected, it was noticed that the sub frame was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the sub frame was severely rusted. The contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the manufacturer's recall. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Sub framerust, do to chrysler not correctly coating the subframe on the 2005 chrysler pacifica, the sub frame rusts away making the engine unsecured potently causing the engine to drop potently causing a multiple car incident or death
The engine cradle is corroding away, there is a large split in one side. Chrysler has issued a safety recall for the same year, make and model cars for this known defect. However even though my car has the very same defect its particular vin is not included.
Rust corrosion of the engine cradle.
I bought a 2005 chrysler pacifica in may of 2016. When i took it to a garage due to a clunking sound in the front end it was discovered that the engine cradle was rusted through on both sides. Many areas under the car are very badly rusted like a car three times as old.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. A mechanic and independent mechanic stated that the engine cradle was rusted during an oil change. The mechanic stated that the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000. Ma 10/8updated 3/14/16updated 12/12/2017
Just got new tires no mention, they used floor jacks. Getting new front struts and rear wheel spindles (getting ready for winter) and my mechanic showed me the cradle rot and said he wouldn't touch it and explained the safety issues related.cost potentially associated with repair. Cost to repair is more than the vehicle is worth.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the entire front subframe and engine cradle were excessively corroded. Both the manufacturer and dealer were made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 73,000.
I recently had some work done on my chrysler pacifica and my mechanic found that i had two large rotted out holes in my engine cradle.i called chrysler and the gentleman in customer service stated over and over again that my auto was ten years old.i went to go use the warranty that i purchased at cars 4 you, llc and found out that the dealer never submitted the application for the warranty but pocketed the money from the finance company.honor finance knew what the dealer had done to few people but did not feel the need to warn everyone who bought an auto from the same dealer.here i am with a pacifica that i owe 6,000.00 no warranty and two large holes in my engine cradle.never ever will i buy a chrysler product.their motto is customer satisfaction is priority one but this must be for the first ten years only.
I have maintained this vehicle extremely well. No visible rust on body, vehicle appears to be in excellent condition. I took vehicle in for routine maintenance and the technician stated that the engine cradle and passenger side sub frame is nearly rusted in half. I was shocked because it is not my primary winter vehicle, and salt exposure is minimal. The technician explained that it is not safe to drive the vehicle because of the risk of drive train falling out when the engine cradle fails to support the engine and transmission. Also, the car could break in half if the sub frame fails. How can a vehicle that has been well maintained, looks and drives like new, be unsafe because it isn't structurally sound. The vehicle is driven only about 10000 miles per year. An online search revealed that this is a known issue on this make/model. I cannot understand how this vehicle is not recalled. I have been driving this vehicle, thinking it would keep my family and i safe. This is very dangerous, and millions of people are undoubtedly driving chrysler pacificas that are not structurally safe. I hope that the nhtsa will investigate this.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 126,422.
Sub-frame engine cradle severely rusted . Same concern as documented in nbc news chicago tv investigation report. Discovered during dealer service.
Takata recall hi my pacifica has expierenced the very common & dangerous problem the engine cradle has rusted & rotted out.this is a big issue with these cars & can be deadly as once the cradle rots completely the motor falls out which obviously isnt safe. Ive done lots of research & heard many horror stories i'm currently out of a car until i can afford the thousands of dollars to fix this. Google noted some states have filed lawsuits against chrysler & it has accomplished nothing. Ive owned this car 6 months & just curious if theres any help for me.
Engine cradle is rusted with large holes next to welds in frame.vibration felt in steering wheel.not covered by chrysler even though they have covered other same year chrysler pacifica vehicles.
Found out that my front sub frame/engine cradle is badly corroded and full of holes after having my tires changed.
My 10 year old chrysler pacifica has rot in the subframe. My mechanic informed me during a routine check.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica that has failed inspection due to extensive engine cradle rust. This vehicle's body and undercarriage is immaculate except for the engine cradle "k frame". I have contacted chrysler and they are unwilling fix the problem because it is 20k miles over the power train warranty even though there isno other rust issues on the vehicle. After doing research, i have discovered that i am not alone in this battle! i am within 8 months of the previous recalled vehicles from chrysler for this same issue and i believe that chrysler should extend their recall as this is a potential dangerous issue that is growing with this specific model vehicle.
I only purchased my vehicle 1 year ago. The first month i had it, i tried to have it inspected and was told my sub-frame was rotted. I contacted the chrysler company and there were no recalls. I contacted the dealer and they wouldn't help me. My check engine light is on because the o2 sensors are bad and now my power steering is leaking and i was told the steering rack is bad. I've also had to replace my inner and outer tie rods on both sides and also replaced the sway bar links. I am a single mom with 3 kids and this car has been a huge burden on me financially. I made a huge mistake buying a chrysler.
My engine is about to fall through the suv because of rust and after reading up on this...this isn't the first case of this happening and i don't understand why this hasn't been recalled!!!
Experiencing a vibration/shaking in the front end of the vehicle.brought the vehicle to my local mechanic and it was discovered that the k-frame assembly that holds the engine is completely rotted out.my mechanic advised me that this is a serious safety issue and should be covered by a recent tsb put out by chrysler on 3/16/12, number 13-001-12.however, upon reading the tsb, it only covers those vehicles made from 2/23/04 - 3/31/04.my vehicle was manufactured in may 2004.i called chrysler directly and they told me because i was the third owner of the vehicle and they didn't know how the vehicle was treated and because of the high mileage, they would not assist me in any way.i filed a report with the nh attorney general's office.i then received a phone call from chrysler's claims investigation division.they offered to pay for one part which cost $1,550 (front cross member).i did not accept her offer as the cost to repair my vehicle in full with all necessary parts and labor totals $2,362.07.my claim was then referred to the chrysler business center who would make a final decision as to whether or not they would repair my vehicle.i emphasized that this was deemed a safety issue by my mechanic.i also spoke with a local chrysler service center and they informed me that they had seen 6 of these same repairs on my exact vehicle within the past 12 months and that this should be deemed a recall through the manufacturer.on september 24, 2012, i received a copy of a letter from chrysler to the nh attorney general's office stating that my vehicle was "purchased used and is beyond any warranty on the vehicle.as such chrysler group llc will not be participating in any repair consideration.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that during a routine maintenance, the dealer found that the sub frame was rusted and there was potential for the engine to fall out. The vehicle has not been repaired.the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 162,000.
Vehicle was submitted to authorized new york inspection station for yearly state-required inspection.vehicle failed inspection. Inspector cited multiple holes in the "cradle" frame member supporting engine, steering, and suspension parts. "cradle" was completely perforated in several places by corrosion, and showed signs of additional corrosion which would ultimately lead to more holes.cradle was judged structurally compromised.inspection station consulted ny dmv and it was determined and reported to me that vehicle is unsafe, and that replacement of cradle would be required to return vehicle to service and to pass new york state inspection.it was explained to me that a minor impact -- such as encountering a pothole at speed, or hitting an object with the frame or body of the vehicle -- could cause collapse of the front end structure of the vehicle,loss of steering control, loss of the engine from the engine compartment, collapse of the suspension system, and potential resultant fire, explosion, and injury or loss of life to occupants of vehicle or others in the vicinity.the consumer stated the vehicle left his wife stranded. She was unable to steer or brake while driving many times, the previous year.on one occasion while driving, the engine light illuminated, and the vehicle just stopped, leaving his wife in the middle of the road.the consumer replaced a faulty sensor. Updated 03/27/14
Our 2005 chrysler pacifica touring model did not pass a state vehicle safety inspection because of extensive corrosion holes and frame rust.the engine cradle support has rust holes and is severely weakened, and the areas below the rocker panels underneath the car have rusted through.the vehicle was purchased new by my father, and has always been garaged and well maintained. The car has only 77,100 miles on it, and yet now is considered structurally unsafe to drive.researching online, i found that chrysler knew of the unusual corrosion problems with this vehicle.they acknowledged the rust problem by quietly issuing an extraordinary "extended 10 year / 150,000 mile warranty" for pacifica model years 2004-2005.they subsequently amended this warranty to limit their responsibility to the front engine cradle only (reference: x26, warranty bulletin dated march 16, 2012), and further reduced their exposure by only providing this warranty coverage to vehicles manufactured between february 23, 2004, to march 31, 2004 - an implausibly short time frame given their acknowledged corrosion problem. The chrysler customer assistance center told me they would not provide any assistance, since the manufacture date for this car was june, 2005.it is inexcusable that a well-maintained 2005 vehicle with only 77,000 miles could be rendered structurally unsafe due to corrosion. It is absurd to suggest that their corrosion problem only affected one part manufactured only within a 36 day window. Having spoken with several mechanics and insurance adjusters, extensive underbody panel rust and frame corrosion are extremely common with this model year. Structural corrosion is a known defect with this car. It's a huge financial loss for us. It also a dangerous safety "time bomb". They know it is.chrysler should assist in fixing these vehicles quickly, or be forced to recall them.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds or while the vehicle was idling, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine cradle and mounts were severely rusted with holes. The vehicle was determined to be unsafe to drive and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 145,801.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While operating the vehicle, a knocking noise was present and the motor seemed to shift when coming to a stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the engine cradle was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 150,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 25 mph, the contact heard a loud noise and the front end of the vehicle shook. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home where he took photos of the undercarriage of the vehicle. The photos were shown to a dealer where it was determined that the engine cradle was rusted and could fall out of the vehicle. The vehicle was deemed unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 124,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the subframe was rotten and would not pass inspection. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 76,836.
Took the 2005 chrysler pacifica in for an oil change. The technician brought this to our attention and would not perform the oil change because he did not feel safe. Now i have to find some way to come up with $3000 ‐ 5000 to repair. I still owe $7000 on it. My wife and 2 children ride in this on a daily basis and now the engine could just drop out of it.
The front subframe is rotting out
Brought my vehicle in to my trusted local repair shop for a review and tune up and request to review rotors due to vehicle shake. When on the lift, it was discovered that the entire engine cradle was rusted to a point where it was barely attached to the vehicle. Initial technical service bulletins published (12-001-10 in oct 2010) state that this condition could affect all 2004 - 05 pacificas. It was later superceded by the current bulletin 13-001-12 dated march 16, 2012 which limits affected population to an ~6 week range of vins, which my car does not fall under and i have been told that i am out of warranty. Comparing photos to other complaints as well as the story on nbcchicago.com (see reference story below), my vehicle condition and the material defect is undeniably the same as what chrysler is currently considering as the "affected population" and is at a point where my vehicle has been considered unsafe to drive. This condition is extremely unsafe and i have been met with 4 months worth of arguments and side stepping from chrysler customer care at this time regarding acknowledgement of the material defect, the safety implications to myself, my family and other drivers of this model, and especially the $2,600 quote to replace the cradle and hardware at a chrysler dealership, which effectively scraps my vehicle. I am aghast that all of the complaints filed for this condition on this site and elsewhere have not resulted in a more through review of this clear trend from the nhtsa. References:http://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the frame that holds the engine was rusted and rotted, causing the engine to shake and become unstable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was unable to be determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 99,000.
Paint has blistered on passenger side rear door as well as passenger side rear quarter panel.chrysler says out of warranty will not repaint.
My pacifica 2005 started making popping grinding noises while stopping and taking off plus while turning. I called chrysler and was told that it was the axle gasket and that it was safe to drive but to take care of the problem quickly.well come to find out it was a rotting subframe.there is a recall for this issue for 2008 and up.i called chrysler back and they said sorry wrong year.i could have killed my family because of this issue that chrysler won't admit too.i only have 82,400 miles on my car.
Subframe nearly rusted through at welds.frame has almost no rust, but again, subframe so rusted car is unsafe to drive.i dont know what else can explain except something was missed in production.researching online i have found that to be a frequent problem with this vehicle.rust was found while performing oil change.there hasnt been an accident but the subframe that holds the engine is rusting through so i dont want to drive and find my engine on the ground.
Had my suv service at the dealer and they told me that the subframe is rusted and has to be replace they are charging me $4,300 i callchrysler and ask about any recall and they told me that my suv was not made on the recall year a car should not rust that badin 8 years.
Exessive cradle rot or rust holding ip engine.makes it unsafe to drive.can put my hand in frame through rust hole.this was brought to my attention by northgate chrysler on colerain in cincinnati.the service manage says she sees a lot of this problem.
Brought vehicle in to have the starter replaced and when they put it up on hoist they called me back to show me that's the engine cradle was almost completely rusted out and that it was unsafe to drive. This will cost a lot to repair. Very upset about this
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the sub frame rusted prematurely to the point of corrosion. The contact mentioned that the sub frame might fracture. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle's frame was rusted, which weakened the motor mount. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanicwhere it was diagnosed that the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected, the technician stated that the front of the sub frame was rusted and corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 110,000.
Http://www.carcomplaints.com/news/2015/lawsuit-chrysler-pacifica-engine-cradle-rust.shtmlwe were told by our mechanic not to drive car anymore as it could turn catastrophic...i know the car is 10 years old, but to be suddenly "grounded" for rust?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine cradle, frame and cross member was found to be severely corroded with holes. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 130,000.
My local mechanic was looking for a recurring rattle in the front right wheel area, and asked me to look at the corrosion on the front subframe. He commented that he knew chrysler had a known problem with this frame and that he also knew that chrysler is unwilling to cover the cost to repair this inferior portion of the vehicle. The internet is full of others who have also experienced the same problem. I am asking nhtsa to intercede with chrysler and encourage them to cover the repair of this potentially fatal flaw in their product, and have a recall issued for all models with this problem, and not the narrow one month manufacturing window that chrysler seems to think is adequate to cover with an extended warranty.
Dealer reported on 8/15/2017 that my car has an engine cradle problem.there are holes in the cradle now due to rusting.he also told me it is a safety problem.
When driving the car would stall at stop signs or has issues maintaining speed going up hills. Also i took the vehicle into a mechanic and they told me the sub-frame is completely rotted through and the steering is being held together with 1 bolt. They stated the car is unsafe to drive.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle began to shake. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe was corroded. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not safe to operate. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.
Vehicle engine cradle sub-frame is rotting through and nearly separating one portion from another. This will at some point in time fail in a catastrophic manner. This defect seems to be well documented on numerous web sites and fiat chrysler group is aware of this problem and makes like the problem is with only a very limited number of vehicles which is clearly not the case. They have an extended warranty of note for this very problem, but is limiting it to a very few cars manufactured between a very limited timeframe from late 2004 to early 2005, all others are excluded in spite of the fact that numerous pacifica's are noted as having this problem.this repair is an approx. $3000 repair that chrysler is ignoring the safety of the owners and families of these cars and those driving around them.
Engine cradle has rotted away on passenger side, well on it's way on the drivers. Cross member twists when steering and handling is dangerous with the motor and sub frame twisting when you hit a bump. We've stopped driving it as direction of mechanic for fear of motor falling out and it has in other cases! we noticed it last year after seeing a news report on the issue but it wasn't this bad then, now we won't drive it.
This vehicle was appraised as a trade-in for another automobile.it was discovered that its engine cradle was corroded and the vehicle was declared unsafe for resale.this situation is identical to numerous other complaints regarding chrysler pacificas and is the currently the subject of a class-action lawsuit.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, it was discovered that the engine cradle was completely rusted. The dealer diagnosed that the engine cradle needed to be replaced due to the rust. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 67,725. Updated 01/24/2017*ct
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving, a rattle noise could be heard from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 116,000.
Subframe (engine cradle?) is rusting. My mechanic pointed this out when i was having my oil changed. It is not visible unless you crawl under the car or lift it up in a shop. I contacted chrysler and they told me that the car is out of warranty and that they will not cover the cost of replacement. Researching this issue on the web, i see that this is a common problem for this model and that in some instances chrysler has covered the costs of having this fixed.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being inspected, it was discovered that the engine cradle was severely corroded and fractured due to the corrosion. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 174,717.
Advised by local mechanic in december that rust was developing on undercarriage of engine. After numerous news reports and reading of info on the internet of similar problems called chrysler customer care. I was told since it was not in the window of the cars that they are extending the warranty on rust to 10 years or 150k miles there was nothing they could do for me. If they do extend the warranty in the future they will let me know.
Vehicle brought in for state safety inspection. During visual inspection of vehicle, obvious hole in frame found due to rust/corrosion. Vehicle is not covered under 6 week window chrysler corporation currently covers. Vehicle is unsafe, fails state safety inspection and at this time owner will bear cost.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having the tires changed, the mechanic noticed excessive rust on the sub frame. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the rust and was advised that the vehicle was not under warranty so there was nothing they could do to assist. The contact did not have any repairs performed to the sub frame. The failure mileage was 86,000.
Unusual rusting of the frame and underbody of the car.
Entire subframe, engine cradle, riddled with corrosion and rust.spoke with chrysler customer service last year and was told that my pacifica was built/ assembled in delawer therefore my car is not covered by the recall .i found several car with the same issue, my mechanic placed the car up on the lift and got the shock of his day. The whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded. I could put my hand through it, it was so corroded. He told me, basically, that i should get the car fixed or get rid of it i had the car for almost 3 years and the dealer never reported the problem, and i don't believe i could catch it unless i got under the car, additionally it will take more the 3 year for the much rust to shows
Went to get my 2005 chrysler pacifica inspected and was toldthe front sub-frame was rusted through.
I went to get the 2005 chrystler pacifica inspected and was told by the mechanic that the bottom was rusted so badly that the engine would fall out, and further that the year make and model was under recall for the same problem, the bottom rusting out horribly. I called chrystler with the vin # and was told this 1 wasn't part of the recall even though it was the same year and make of the recall. I owe 4,400$ on the car and now am told the repairs would exceed 5,000$. I financed it for 6,455$ at the start. I'm disabled and greatly in need of help, i don't know what to do i have made a slew of calls to no avail at this point and continue to make payments as i don't want to ruin my credit, please help me, i don't know what to do.
Received notice on our annual inspection from garage that underbody all rusting out, specifically left front frame rail. Chrysler only doing a "silent recall" for this vehicle if built between february - march 2005. Ours built october. Not eligible. We have never been informed of this rust/corrosion problem by chrysler.
The complete undercarriage is rusted out & falling off
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While parked, the contact smelled fuel coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that there was an odd smell coming from the vehicle that was not fuel related. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame was rusted out and needed to be replaced. The power steering was leaking and the contact was informed that the fuel pump may need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Engine cradle is rusting through and is going to crack in half , the engine will fall out if not replaced. I was notified of this when my car was in for an oil change . Thank god or we could have been in a horrible accident.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change, the mechanic noticed that the engine cradle was corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to call nhtsa. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 131,000.
Cradle is rusted & on the verge of falling apart. On checking online, realized that there was a recall for 2004 models but not for 2005. A mechanic on looking it up noticed that anti-rust was not applied at all, and hence resulting in the rusting.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle was having routine maintenance performed, the technician mentioned that the sub frame was completely rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,818 and the current mileage was 141,164.
At the service dealer today i was told that my engine carriage frame is so rusted that it is not safe to drive.the sides are also severely rusted.i bought this car new and have serviced it every 3000 miles.i go through the car wash in the winter alot.i learned that chrysler was aware of this problem early on.why was i not notified of this, so my car could have been under coated ( which should have been done as soon as the problem was noticed) and i could still be driving it.i am 71 and on ss, and planned on this being my last car.now, it can't be fixed and i couldn't with a clear conscience trade or sell it.wouldn't want a family with kids in the car, going down the road and have the engine fall out.this is a safety issue that needs to be addressed before someone is killed.my car looks like brand new inside and out.i meticulously took care of it.at 153,000 miles, i think it is just getting broke in, only to find thatunderside is broke, rusted, done!please do something.thank you.
My pacifica has cradle rust underneath the vehicle,my steering wheel is tilted to the left and it is very unsafe to drive my vehicle anywhere. I work in the city of chicago and we deal with the elements everyday and now my car is swaying left to right and would not drive straight...please help
Engine cradle is rusted out. Completely failed. Engine is near to falling out.
On the highway there were these vibrations in the pacific so my husband and i took the car to the mechanic which recommended new suspension so we got those. The problem wasn't fixed my husband took it to another mechanic for new tires, suspension and alignment to be told that our only means of transportation was not fit to drive because the subframe completely has rotted out. Thank god he did that, i'm horrified my child was in it all this time. My husband and i called the number 1 800-992-1997 daimlerchrysler. To be told there is nothing that can be done for us the mileage of the car was outside warranty. The mechanic's quote foris over $2000. I'm not sure what to do right now to get to work and manage my usual weekly errands.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was determined that the frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the frame and floor boards were perforated due to rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.updated 07/10/13*lj updated 07/12/2013
My car would not pass inspection because the frame had not been coated properly and had rusted out. It was decribed to me that this "engine cradle rot" issue is common among 2004-2005 pacificas. There has been no recall for the 2005 chryslerpacificas yet however the situation is very dangerous as the engine was not properly suspended and could fall through. It is my understanding that crysler did recall 2004 models but not 2005 models yet.
I purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica used from a family member in 2015.i had it serviced at the same garage that they did prior to purchasing it.i took the car in for a flat tire repair and was told that it was unsafe to drive due to cradle rust.the frame that suspends the engine is rusted and it was deemed unsafe to drive.this problem must have taken a considerable amount of time to develop. It had never been mentioned in the many years of routine service in which the car had been inspected and repaired. Iwas told that it would be approximately $3000 to repair this problem.in researching this, i discovered that there was an admission from chrysler that pacificas manufactured in 2004 and 2005 had not been properly protected from rust in the cradle.this is a manufacture problem.this has created a situation in which this car is unsafe to drive.the car is in good shape otherwise and has been reliable.i would not have known that it was unsafe to drive if i had not taken it in to repair the tire.i purchased it to drive to and from college and now i have no transportation.i am thankful that i was not injured due to this problem, but many people are still driving these cars and are unaware that there is a dangerous problem.this is a serious safety concern and it should be fixed by chrysler. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was corrosion on the frame and the engine cradle.the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but was not repaired. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The failure and current mileage was 137,000.
The frame has rusted through. The engine cradle is rusted.chrysler admits there is a problem but refuses to do anything about it.chrysler had a recall for this issue and then cancelled the recall.there was also a lawsuit filed, that was dismissed due to chrysler's bankruptcy.
While having routine maintenance performed on my vehicle, the technician noticed that the engine cradle and sub frame were corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not repaired and the technician advised it was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.we were advised that chrysler is "not participating' in assistance for covering rust damage to engine cradle extended warranty. The failure and current mileage was approximately 84,500.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was being inspected, the inspector observed that the entire subframe was rotting away and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Engine cradle is badly rusted through and needs replacement at a cost of $2,600 estimate from mechanic.
I recently purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica i got my vehicle into the shop to have the air conditioner fixed. I received a call from the shop telling me my vehicle was unsafe to drive that the subframe in the front is rusted through. After doing some research this is an ongoing problem with pacifica engine cradles the cost to fix it will be 4,000 that's what i paid for the vehicle.
A few months ago, i noticed a shaking in the steering wheel of my 2005 chrysler pacifica. It seemed to became much worse, very quickly, to the point of where i could barely hold the car straight, so i took it in this week for a brake inspection. The problem isn't the brakes at all.. The entire unibody frame and engine carriage have completely rusted and deteriorated!! the mechanic told me that the vehicle wasn't safe to even drive home! he was able to push his finger through the carriage, and said that the engine is about to fall out onto the ground! both axels are also rusted almost completely off. It's horrible! i am attaching pictures.... And, as it turns out, chrysler knows about this pacifica rust issue! i decided to search the internet for "2005 chrysler pacifica rust", and it isn't just my car! chrysler knows that i, and so many others, are out here driving our babies around in vehicles with rusted out frames that could snap at any second!!! (ie. Chrysler initially issued recall of 2004-05 pacifica, citing potential unibody rust.. Later rescinded the offer.) (nhtsa [as early as oct 2004] 10008424, 10044109, 10045080, 10010501...) (class-action lawsuit filed in 2014 against chrysler by pacifica owners. Lawsuit denied due to chrysler 2009 bankruptcy.)note: this message will only allow me to attach one photo. One photo doesn't adequately show the depth of the situation. Both axels are rusted almost completely off, as well as the engine cradle. Please contact me to view additional photos. Thank you.
No accident has happened yet!! my pacifica has sub frame rot . There is a hole you can put your hand right through. I have put more money in this car then it is worth . I want in on the class action law suit . I don't have 4000.to 5000. Dollars to fix it. And it needs to be fixed . Help!!!!!!! ma 10/5
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine cradle was severely corroded and exhibited holes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 65,087.
Cradle rot on the under carriage
Rusted through sub frame.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle began to shake and vibrate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered severe corrosion on the subframe and engine cradle, which needed to be replaced. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the manufacturer's recall. The recall number was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 146,875.
Started when backing and turning wheel to left a clunk occurred and left wheel felt 'stuck'. Thought it may have had something to do with the extremely frigid temperatures of theseason. A short time later i felt clunking under my feet when driving over dips or bumps at any speed. For some i thought it was again the idler arms or ball joints as i have had many many suspension repairs. Oddly it was never mentioned by anyone at this chain repair shop that the engine cradle was of any concern.i did bring my car in to a different chain repair shop for a determination of the clunking problem and was shown when putting the transmission into reverse the engine fell way down then was shown the very rusted out engine cradle and given an estimate of $1800.00 for repair with a used cradle. I then took the car to an independent repair shop to verify the need of the cradle..the charges to be slightly less.i called chrysler and was told the car had to be taken to a chrysler dealership repair shop for an estimate but that it was already known that there would be very little to no benefit. However if there was any monetary benefit it would not begin to cover any of the repair cost. By the way, the right rear quarter panel and lift door are rusted also.when i purchased the car 3 1/2 years ago the rust was beginning-i can now stick a finger thru the rust on the quarter panel. Have seen only one other pacifica with surface rust. It's very embarrassing to me as not many cars on the road have any rust at all. Are my young passengers safe?? i am stuck with this money and possible death trap.i still have 1 1/2 years of payments. Bummer.
Our sus in is rusted would not pass inspection pensionwitch holds the engine needs replaced we count on this carit is not safe to drive
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel vibrated and was loose. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the front sub frame was rusted. As a result, the struts and the sway bar links were replaced but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable.
While getting oil changed, mechanic noticed perforation rust and cracking due to corrosion on the engine cradle.while chrysler had a recall on selected 2005 pacifica for this issue, i contacted their customer service line and was told my vehicle was not covered by the recall.with mine being the same year and showing the exact same problem as was covered in the recall, i think this repair should be included in the general recall.
Subframe of the engine cradle. I was told during last inspection (april 2016) that the subframe of the engine cradle is rusted. The same was confirmed on 3/18/17 at firestone service center, bensalem, pa. It's repair will cost a significant amount and it is not safe to drive as the the engine may fall out. It is a very high safety risk.
05 pacifica engine cradle rusted out. Defective part rust in salt states chrysler offered no help to get a used one well know issue with these parts. Chrysler never warned owners this was a know issue that could happen. You could be driving and have your engine fall out please make chrysler inform owners to check engine cradle before there defective parts kill someone.
I was having my vehicle inspected and was informed that my engine cradle was rusting through. I checked out the problem on line and found out that this is a recognized problem with 2004 pacifica's and that chrysler has offered an extended warranty due to manufactures defect. However there is only a one month period (in-service date) that applies to the warranty. You can put your fist through the engine cradle.engine vibrates and we are concerned that it will fall out of the car and kill someone.we wont let our kids drive it anymore and cant afford to replace it.it is apparent that this is a common safety problem that could result in serious injury and chrysler not only made no attempt to contact buyers, but also fails to accept responsibility for the manufactures defect. Please do your jobs and protect us from this obvious defect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica which was purchased new. The car was built in december of 2004. The frame components supporting the engine are badly corroded, so much so that there is little structural support left on one side of the vehicle. It is no longer structurally sound. Chrysler has acknowledged this defect in cars made in a 6 week period between february and march of 2004, and awarded an extended warranty to these vehicles. My vehicle is exhibiting the same failure mechanism and chrysler should acknowledge that this defect is a design and/or production flaw which should also be covered by the extended warranty.
At 90,562 miles felt vibration under uphill load.dealer evaluated and serviced trans w/filters and fluid with no result. (see scan 0008)went on to install new torque converter with no result. (see scan 0009)took car in for tune-up, and mechanic saw that engine cradle was rusted through on 1 side about 18".took car to dealer for damage documentation and estimate of repair (see scan 0010)classified by dealer as major defect that will soon make the car road unworthy.my intention was to keep the car for at least another 80k miles.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change at a local service center, the technician noticed that the subframe and the engine cradle were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 128,000.
I took my vehicle to the mechanic to have a repair done. While there the mechanic informed me that the engine cradle had completely rusted out. He informed me that driving the vehicle was quite dangerous due to the cradle being so rusted which could result in the engine falling out of the car. As this was something quite dangerous i called chrysler to have them help me and check to see if there was a recall. Nothing was done.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 65 mph, the front bumper became detached from the vehicle. The contact stopped the vehicle on the shoulder and noticed damage to the front tires. The vehicle was taken to an auto mechanic for repairs after the insurance company inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and covered the bumper repair but did not cover the replacement of the tires. Additionally, the front driver and passenger side power seat adjustment switches would not function. The technician advised the contact that the wiring had to be cleaned. The wiring was cleaned but the failure continued. The bumper damage was repaired but the power seat switch was not. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
I am the original owner of this 2005 chrysler pacifica.i recently took it in for appraisal as a trade-in towards a newer vehicle.the dealership informed me that the car was unsafe due to sever cradle engine rot.they also told me that there was a class action suit against chrysler for this very issue on this very vehicle.the car is unsafe to sell in spite of it being in great operating condition and the rest of the exterior being in good condition.chrysler never notified me of this known defect.now i am stuck with a car that i cannot sell because it has been deemed unsafe.i do not feel that i should be responsible for repairing this rot (if it even can be repaired), as it now appears (from what i have read online) that chrysler was very well aware of this defect and chose to deceive their customers rather than make it right for them.what do i do now?
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring and i took it to the dealer to find out the engine cradle is rotted. I did some investigating and this is a know safety issue with the 2004 and 2005 chrysler pacifica's. Chrysler refuses to help in this issue. They really aren't standing behind the product.
I took my pacifica in to have a coolant leak addressed as well as an oil change and tire rotation. After they changed the oil & rotated the tires they called me to say they had found the subframe/engine cradle had rusted through completely and would need to be repaired immediately. They suggested the coolant leak be addressed after the subframe was fixed as the vehicle wasn't drivable in its current state. The shop also said this kind of rust damage was absolutely not normal and the repair should be covered by chrysler. It appears, however, this is not the case.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the sub frame was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 90,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would emit a loud clunking sound and it would vibrate. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, who diagnosed that the motor mounts were corroded and had developed a crack. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 45,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While operating the vehicle, the transmission experienced very hard shifting. The vehicle was taken to an independent dealer who discovered that the engine cradle was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
The contact own a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated the engine cradle was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic who confirmed the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000. The vin was unavailable.
We have a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring edition with 69005 miles.beautiful automobile, we store it in the winter, no rust anywhere on the body.we brought it in to the dealer for an oil change and nys inspection.the dealer informed us that the front and rear cradle of the frame had rusted and deteriorated so badly that the vehicle would not pass nys inspection and was unsafe to drive. The cost to repair was $4626.00.i found a service bulletin that stated that chrysler was extending the warranty on the pacifica to vehicles in the canadian market and salt belt states to 150,000 miles but for reasons that they would not explain, my vehicle was covered even though i live in upstate ny, an obvious salt belt state.this is clearly a latent defect in this model rendering the vehicle unsafe and should be recalled and repaired by chrysler.
I recently took my 2005 chrysler pacficia to the shop to have the pulleys changed on the engine for the serpentine belt, and new tires and alignment.when the car was on the lift, my mechanic pointed out to me that the engine cradle is rusted and will need to be replaced at a cost of $5000.the car only has 94k miles on it.this seems to be a wide spread issue.i am the 2nd owner, the 1st was a lease through chrysler and i purchased the car from a local chrysler dealer in 2008.going to start contacting chrysler and the attorney generals office in ma to see what can be done since there is no recall on this.
While changing oil i observed that the frame had corroded and there were rust holes in the frame. I contacted chrysler group customer care and was told there is no recall for this on my vehicle.
"takata recall" my entire undercarriage has completely rusted out the muffler fell off and the bolts that hold the frame to the bottom of the car rusted out and are hanging there unconnected.the mechanic put his fingers right through the motor mount and explained that my car ..after i have made my last payment is undrivable. We do not ive in a state that has salt on the roads and my car is housed in a garage at all times.the repairs are over 4800. I cannot sell it as it is unsafe to drive. The mechanic explained if the car was driving fast enough and a bump was hit the motor would come up into the driver and front seat killing anyone in it not to mention other vehicles on the road.i love my car and am very sad that this problem isnt on the recall list as other pacifia owners have had the same issues once it hits 100k mies.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact was driving 10 mph when the front of the vehicle began to shake violently. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where it was confirmed that there was corrosion near the engine cradle and motor mounts. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 109,000 and the current mileage was 112,000.
While in for repairs, our mechanic diagnosed that the engine cradle of our 2005 chrysler pacifica touring awd sports tourer 4-dr has rusted almost completely through and advised that the vehicle is unsafe to drive without immediate repairs. According the mechanic, the engine cradle supports both the engine and the front steering/suspension assembly components, that could cause the driver to lose control upon failure, and cause a crash.after conducting research on various websites, i found that numerous consumers/owners of pacifica models manufactured between 2004 and 2006 are reporting this issue and chrysler is aware of this specific problem and listed it as a possible defective part. In response, chrysler has issued an extended warranty, limited to certain states (which they refer to as 'salt belt states") covering repairs for this problem. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where we purchased it, examined and submitted a request to chrysler for coverage, which was denied. We were told that our vehicle was not covered because we did not live in one of these defined "salt state zones". Despite offering to provide evidence from kydot and local county transportation offices verifying that our area does in fact experience a high volume of roadway salt use, chrysler continues to deny extending any coverage for the affected vehicle. Given the seriousness of the problem, and the large number of consumers potentially affected, i would ask that nhtsa & odi conduct an independent investigation and negotiate with chrysler to broaden the coverage to include any pacifica exhibiting signs of this defect.
Just took my 2005 chrysler pacifica to my mechanic today, 08/19/2014, and found my undercarriage to be rusting.i was told that it would last only about 1 more year.our chrysler pacifica only has about 109,000 miles on it.it is going to cost well over $3500.00 to replace the undercarriage.i am a disabled veteran, and am on a fixed budget.these costs are taxing myself and my wife, and eating up our savings.we need help to find out if chrysler would be willing to help us out with the cost of fixing our vehicle, or at least meeting us half way.
Brought the car in for oil change and mechanic noticed the rust thru the frame.we contacted a local dealer and they would not cover the defect.i did hear that chrysler knows of the issue and has extended vehicle warranties to 150,000 miles and repaired the frame damage.how do i get this repaired?this should be recalled for safety issue.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for routine repair, the mechanic diagnosed that the subframe was corroded. The vehicle was taken to multiple mechanics who diagnosed that the inner cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 146,000.updated 09/29/16*lj the consumer stated newer models have been recalled for the same failure. Updated 10/19/2017
Rotting subframe. Rust holes 6inches plus wide. Engine at risk of falling out.far beyond what normal rust would be.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at approximately 35 mph, the vehicle vibrated violently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician was not abe to inspect the vehicle; however, the technician stated that the cradle was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
Have had a mechanic tell me after vehicle inspection that engine cradle on passenger side was almost completely rusted out. He feels the car is very unsafe to drive. Contacted fca was told no recalls or assistance would be provided. Didn't we the taxpayers bail this company out for no help.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 50-60 mph, the contact felt an abnormal vibration coming from the vehicle. The contact was unable to keep the vehicle in the lane while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an alignment and the contact was informed that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The contact stated that there was a hole in the engine compartment due to the corrosion. A dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
On routine inspection, discovered subframe / carriage nearly rusted through. Told it was unsafe to drive. While a small group of owners received notice of this design defect in 2010, we were never notified and a call to chrysler confirmed that despite selective recall, this car not eligible for compensation or remediation.
Typical rust through of engine cradle sub frame (k frame) of a pacifica suvalmost causing the engine to drop through to the ground. Discovered the rust through, and subsequent engine shift, in mid october 2015 @ approximately 144,000 miles, while car was up on a lift. Car was no longer drivable due to this condition. Had a local chrysler dealership's repair shop to replace the cradle frame and motor mounts shortly thereafter. They disavowed any help or their involvement in getting chrysler to cover the repair of a known defect. Called chrysler's customer service and was told my pacifica was not part of the extended warranty issued for a small number of and short production run of pacificas. Am attempting to again contact chrysler customer service via letter and ask for help with the cost of repairs. Also trying to join the class action group that is suing chrysler over this issue. Law firm in columbus, oh is lead counsel on the case. I love this car for all its attributes and that is was developed, built and sold while mercedes benz owned chrysler, giving it a much higher quality in my opinion. Present day fiat chrysler doesn't seem to want to help out on this issue.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for an inspection. The inspector stated that the entire frame was rusted. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in any recall. The failure mileage was 148,000 and the current mileage was 149,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while being serviced by a private mechanic, it was found that the engine cradle was extremely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 103,000.
Dealer is saying the engine cradle is rusting out and that it needs to be replaced.there is almost no rust on the vehicle yet this important part of the frame is rusting out?
The subframe in my vehicle is rusted out.chrysler acknowledged this issue due to possible subframe failure that could cause a catastrophic failure which could lead to an accident. Extended warranty was issued for 2004 and 2005 models of my vehicle and those were repaired. I have the exact damage listed in the acknowledgement that came out in 2010.however i am told that because my vehicle was built in october 2005 i am not covered.i meet all the criteria listed in the acknowledgement for a replacement.no where in the letter does it state what month your vehicle was built in to be covered by the warranty.the fix for this issue is costly to the consumer.i have made several calls and sent several emails to chrysler in regards to this matter and have brushed aside with basically "sorry about your luck".
My 2005 chrysler pacifica failed inspection due to the sub-frame rotting out.this vehicle is garage kept and in the 8 years i own it, i have driven it less than 25,000 miles.apparently this is a real problem with this model.is chrysler offering any remedies or recalls for this sub-frame problem?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While undergoing routine maintenance, the certified mechanic diagnosed that the engine cradle was fractured and had severe rust. The cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.updated 01/05/16*ljupdated 02/14/17.
Went to the dealer for a routine oil change and was told that the subframe on the vehicle is rusted out and will need to be replaced.apparently this is quite common with these vehicles.the dealer i took my vehicle to actually gave me pictures of the subframe and it showed cracks and holes in the subframe.something needs to be done with this.i do not mind paying for maintenance, but i believe this goes far beyond maintenance.
Engine frame rusted out.
I went for an oil change and was told that the engine cage is severely rotting away and driving my car is a road hazard. I only have 138,000 miles on my car and would like to drive it until it dies...but right now i was told the replacement part is no longer made and i would have to find a salvage car to find a replacement part. The quadrant remains that i bought a used car from a chrysler dealer that should have known about the recall on this part due to it not being manufactured correctly for corrosion resistance. Apparently i am not the only one with this problem. If i were to sell it i would be passing a dangerous car on to someone else...i still owe on this car and it is worth less than what i owe let alone dangerous to drive to work 75 miles a day. Chrysler needs to make amends or reparations for the lack of action regarding the safety issue here...and this is a big safety issue.
Rust through of engine cradle at various spots on engine cradle. I'm the original owner. The car had 92,080 miles. Contacted chrysler/fca via email. Chrysler/fca says my pacifica does not fit the narrowly defined manufacture date of 02/28/2004 to 03/31/2004, even though chrysler form letter csc-10045080-7364 makes no mention of the narrowly defined manufacture date!. My pacifica was purchased on 1/26/2005 and therefore does not qualify for extended warranty coverage per chrysler customer assistance. My local fca dealer gave me an estimate of about $ 2600 to replace. This problem was noticed during a routine oil change recently.i reported this issue to chrysler back on october 2014 email case #3052329, reference number 25794408, and they state not covered,that my car was apparently built on august 2, 2004 per chrysler email response?chrysler letter csc-10045080-7365 regarding the front engine cradleproblem does not stipulate a specific 6 week period.unable to get any assistance from chrysler/fca i continued to drive this unsafe car.brought to mechanic for oil change, tire rotation, and general maintenance and was informed again that the engine cradle is rusting through and now the motor mounts.car now has only 95,544 miles.contacted them prior to expiration of warranty and pushed off and off.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact looked under the vehicle and noticed that the engine cradle was rusted and the engine was about to fall out. The contact called two dealers, including dick scott chrysler dodge jeep ram at 734-451-2110 (located at 684 ann arbor rd w, plymouth, mi 48170) and was informed that the part was on backorder. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 161,000.
Front sub-frame has rusted through rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive.this is the exact same failure as many other reports you have received on this vintage, make and model vehicle.fca has refused to offer any assistance toward the repair and my local mechanic reported that new replacement sub-frames are not even available - leaving consumers with the choice of recycling the vehicle at a salvage yard, repairing it with what is obviously flawed oem components, or keep it as lawn decoration.i have taken the vehicle off the road and am thankful the problem was discovered prior to my wife or son experiencing a catastrophic failure while driving.it is only a matter of time before someone looses a life because of this defect. Be proactive and force fca to repair these failures - regardless of mileage - or this organization is part of the problem.
I took my vehicle in for a routine oil change and i was informed that my subframe is completely rusted and the engine is on the verge of falling out the vehicle. Mechanic stated that this is a very common issue with this particular vehicle. The mechanic told me that the vehicle is no longer safe to drive and the cost of this repair will be upwards of $3000.
Rusted engine cradle
The subframe (which holds up the engine) has thoroughly rusted through creating the danger of the engine and transmission falling from the frame.i am told the car is unsafe to drive.chrysler has acknowledged a defect in materials used to construct cars in february and march of 2004 and has extended the warranty to 150,000 miles for those vehicles.as mine was produced 4 months later they are denying any liability and refusing any assistance.the defect is identical to one that is covered on cars made 4 months prior , and they have been unable to provide any documentation showing the material used on my vehicle is not from the defective batch. I may have defective parts but they cannot provide a method to identify those defective parts.chrysler is unwilling to even examine the vehicle, instead using the vin as their only reference as to coverage.i found it interesting that when i referenced others receiving assistance outside the parameters of the extended warranty i was told that based on customer loyalty there may be assistance for some but it was not available to me.i am concerned that customer loyalty plays a role in the safety of their (past) customers.i'm not sure how many people expect their frame to fail in 8 years but this could be a major safety factor for both passengers and any vehicle around them when an engine falls from a car.how many complaints are needed before action is taken?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken for a regular inspection, the technician noticed the undercarriage of the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 118,000. Updated 10/18/16*ljupdated 05/14/18
Numerous complaints from owners of chrysler pacifica (2004 - 2005). The sub -frame of the vehicle was not treated properly for rust or corrosion. The motor mounts to the sub-frame and if the sub-frame is compromised the engine could drop down and destroy all braking and steering capabilities; as well as, catastrophic issues including death. What does it take for chrysler to realize that this is a problem. How does chrysler issue an extended warranty and then rescind the letter. Corporate greed at its best. This is a "family vehicle" that we afraid to drive because you do not know when the sub-frame will "give-way" and possibly kill everyone in side or someone else. Can i get some help!! please !!
The engine cradle has rotted out, which is a huge safety issue, the car has no signs of rust anywhere else, this is a factory defect with the undercoating. Called chrysler and was told they do not care, nothing they will do. Looked on line and there are thousands of complaints, something needs to be done. This is a safety issue that will cause accident if not deaths.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle at an independent mechanic for an inspection, the mechanic diagnosed that the engine sub frame had corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 142,589.
I took my vehicle in for inspection and it failed due to the engine cradle being rusted out, the cost of repair is $2500-$4000.i googled "engine cradle rusted out" and the articles that were listed first all pertain to chrysler pacifica 2005.i proceeded to call chrysler about my problem and was told they are not extending warranties to cover the problem but that they would "document" my call.i was also told that if i made any repairs to my vehicle pertaining to this problem that i should keep my receipts.i am a single mother trying to raise 3 teenagers and do not have this kind of money to put into repairing a vehicle that isn't even worth the cost to repair it.furthermore, chrysler knows about this problem and has not issued a recall to all pacifica owners to fix it.they are allowing their customers to drive a vehicle that is extremely unsafe.i am very upset because i have allowed my teenage son to drive my car not knowing that it is literally a ticking time bomb, the engine could have fallen out at any time.now i am stuck with a car i cannot drive because i can't get inspected and it is a hazard to me and other cars on the road to drive.i have read many complaints on this site alone pertaining to this same problem, so i am not the only one and it is not just a handful of cars affected.it is time for chrysler to stand up and accept the blame for this and make it right for me and hundreds of others
The forward engine cradle is completely rusted through.my mechanic said it is unsafe to drive.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, the mechanic observed that the entire subframe was corroded due to extreme corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000. The vin was not available.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the mount on the a-arm fractured from the subframe of the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle made loud noises and the steering was affected. In addition, the frame fractured on one occasion and the contact had a welder weld the frame back together. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 206,000.
Rusted/rotted subframe/cradle.
During a mechanical evaluation for a clunking noise and possible wheel bearing problem in the front end, the vehicle was raised on a lift for inspection.the engine sub-frame was found to be badly rusted with holes completely through the metal.the clunking noise was suspected to be the rotting sub-frame flexing while steering and acceleration/deceleration.the mechanic declined to make any repairs and i was advised to park the vehicle until the sub-frame could be replaced.i was also advised to call chrysler since a recall was issued on a portion of these vehicles.my vin number was not included in the recall, even though it had been manufactured at about the same time, was purchased in western pa and operated in the "salt belt".we've enjoyed owning this car and my wife wanted to retire the car to our home in florida.she had just driven the car from indiana to florida on the interstate two months prior to discovering this sub-frame problem...the thought of that makes me cringe.through no negligence on my part, i now have a vehicle that is unsafe to operate and the cost of repair will likely exceed the value of the vehicle..
I took my vehicle in for new tires and an alignment and was told by the mechanic that i have rust rot in the subframe. Which now i know is called cradle rot. I contacted chrysler and they said there was nothing they would do.
While having my brakes done, the mechanic informs me that the engine cradle/cross brace is nearly rusted through and that the engine may fall out at any moment. There is only a single bolt holding the engine in. I don't yet have pictures to upload. No recall warning was ever received and i have owned this car for 8 years.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While an authorized mechanic was performing a state inspection on the vehicle, it was discovered that the engine cradle and front subframe were corroded with holes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 112,000.
The front sub frame that holds the engine has a massive rust hole on the passenger side it started off the size of a golf ball and has turned into a 8 by 3 rectanglei have owned the car for two years and this is the result .there was a warranty extension on this vehicle but they only considered it from the date mfg 2/23/04 to 3/31/04 asix week time frame as the vehicles affected by it. I experience vibration while driving. Mine was mfg 10/04.
On february 20th, 2017 i took my car in for an oil change and the tech pulled me in the shop to show me that my subframe is rusted.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and while driving on the interstate the air jam dropped off of the vehicle and i ran over it.at this time i was going the posted speed and there was no weather conditions (heavy snow or rain) which could possibly cause the air jam to drop.fortunately there was no harm done to either myself, my passengers or the other vehicles nearby.a county sheriff's deputy had found the part on the highway and removed it immediately because it was technically in a construction zone, then the part was disposed.my concern is of the air jam/guard coming off without the vehicle having been hit or affected by any other trauma.the dealer/manufacturer would not cover this under the vehicle waranty because i was unable to produce the part which was disposed of, which - they claim - made it difficult to determine if it was a defect, or not.the dealer also made no attempt to investigate the incident, assuming i was at fault.i eventually brought my vehicle into a body shop where they replaced a great deal of the of parts to the vehicle.these are as follows;one front bumper cover, one ret. Bumper cover, one license bracket, one fog lamp harness, two fog lamps, two fog lamp clips, two inner fenders.although all of these components were eventually located, some parts were obsolete which required replacements.
Front lower bumper on 2005 chrysler pacifica fell off while traveling on florida turnpike. Heard loud thud while driving, running over something rough. Road ahead was clear, in rear view mirror saw dark strip being run over by numerous cars. Wondered how i missed seeing something so big. Thirty miles later we stopped. Looked at the front of the car, and realized it was our lower bumper. Thank god we were not killed, nor was anyone behind us.chrysler service has been notified, looked at car. Said, sorry, we can do nothing, the part is missing.searched internet, found 5 other cases of front lower bumpers falling off pacifica's while driving. Car only has 26,934 miles on it.now chrysler wants $ 811.- to fix the problem?as i said, thank god nobody was killed. Nothing done to fix or replace part. Afraid to put it back on the vehicle unless it happens again with dire consequences.
I was driving on a freeway when my lower bumper fell off for no reason and left my vehicle bumperless.went to the dealership, they want me to pay for the expenses, say its my fautl.this is a brank new vehicle, i had it since dec. Of 2004, also i've seen 3 different pacifica's without the lower bumper's on the street in the past couple of months. The problem is not being resolved.
The contacts owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the abs indicator would illuminate on the instrument panel intermittently and the vehicle would hesitate to stop when the brakes were applied.the vehicle was taken to a local mechanicdiagnosed that the anti lock brake module caused the failure to occur. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.the consumerstated the abs light illuminated and the brakes went down to the floor when applied. The consumer stated the brake must be pumped prior to stopping.the brakes would sometimes catch when applied and lock up. The brake pads and sensors were replaced. The vehicle would stall upon acceleration and there was a slight kick coming from the from the front of the vehicle.the front bumper was loose. Also, there was an electrical issue underneath the ashtray; the plastic showed signs of melting and the leather on the dashboard showed signs of being parched or smoked.the shift gear would sometimes be too hot to touch. Updated 09/07/11
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 30 mph the front bumper came loose in the middle and scraped the ground and front tires.the vehicle was stopped without incident and the bumper was put back onto the brackets that hold it in place.the dealer was contact and stated drive it in for inspection.upon inspection the dealer stated it was not under warning and would not repair.while driving from the dealer the bumper came loose again, causing the same problem.the dealer was contacted again and now waiting for the parts.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph on normal road conditions, the front passenger side door opened.the door was locked but the door light that signaled the door was open was illuminated.this was the first incident with the vehicle, which also have had an engine that stalled.the engine failure light alerted the contact for the engine problem.the abs light also alerted the contact for the brakes failure; the sensors were replaced.the dealership had honored the extended warranty but the contact was very upset because of the six times the vehicle had to be taken to the dealership.
At about 6:00 pm on wednesday, may 31, 2006, our 2005 chrysler pacifica was parked in our driveway.it had been driven to and from my work place (about 44 miles round trip) that day, without any problems.weather was about 72 degrees with sun and low humidity.the car's two front windows and the sunroof were open to let in air.while we were in the house, we heard a noise.upon investigation, we found that the glass portion of the pacifica's rear liftgate had a hole about the size of a soccer ball in it and that the surrounding glass had shattered, but had not yet fallen off the vehicle.there was no one around the vehicle and there was no golf ball, baseball bat, etc on or in the vehicle which would have indicated how the glass had broken.the dealer will be contacted as to repair of the liftgate window.pictures were taken of the damage.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was an excessive rattling noise from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the upper and lower tie rods in addition to performing a front-end alignment. The mechanic also stated that the front sub frame was excessively corroded. The manufactured was made aware of the failure.the sub frame was not repaired. The failure mileage was 132,000. Updated 06/10/14*lj updated 06/13/2014
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the front subframe was detaching from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change, it was discovered that the frame rail was completely rusted. Kings dodge chrysler jeep ram (4486 kings water dr, cincinnati, oh 45249, (513) 683-3000) was called and stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified and agreed with the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 220,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle began to shake and vibrate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered severe corrosion on the subframe and engine cradle, which needed to be replaced. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the manufacturer's recall. The recall number was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 146,875.
I went to a local service/repair facility and was told that the front motor mount on my 2005 chrysler pacifica needs to be replaced.upon some research on-line, i noticed that this is a common problem with this vehicle.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic for a vehicle repair, the mechanic informed the contact that the subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, he depressed the brake pedal and noticed a growling sound. The front end began to shimmy. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the subframe was corroding from the front passenger's side where the air conditioner condensation would drip. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was an extended warranty for the subframe but the vin was not included in the warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the entire front subframe was completely rotted and rusted. The dealer (trinity chrysler dodge jeep ram (1550 w springfield rd, taylorville, il 62568, (217) 824-3377) researched the failure and stated that the manufacturer no longer made the part for the subframe. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be placed on a lift to assess the damage. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000. The vin was unknown.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the subframe was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 182,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the sub frame was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who stated that the engine cradle and suspension cross member was rusted. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 149,000the consumer was informed, her vehicle did not qualify for the free repair, as the vehicle was built in september 2004. Updated 06/17/14 updated 06/24/14 ma updated 06/25/2014
I purchased my 05 pacifica in june of 05. I was not in any major accidents but when i took my vehicle in to the dealer for the inspection i was told the frame needed to be replaced and they red flagged my vin#. I took for a 2nd opinion and was told the information the dealer put on the estimate was somewhat accurate...i did contact my insurance company and had all of the repairs, paid my deductible but am wondering how many of this vehicle had this problem? also shouldn't this have been covered under warranty...i was told no by the dealer?
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated the vehicle was taken for a routine inspection when he was informed that the front sub frame had become rusted and corroded. The dealer was notified who advised that there were no recalls for the vehicle or the failure and offered no further assistance. The manufacturer was notified who confirmed that there were no recalls and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle would jerk and hesitate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the failure was due to damaged motor mounts and severe rusting of the subframe. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 114,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While having the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer, the contact was informed that the engine cradle was severely rusted and the vehicle was not safe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that she had heard noises from the engine in the months leading up to the failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 62,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing routine oil service, the technician noticed that the entire frame underneath the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. The vin was not available.
We purchased our 2005 chrysler pacifica in may 2005.after driving about 15,000 miles we started to notice a clunking sound when cornering while braking, or starting out from a stopped position.we went back to the dealership and were told that it was normal movement for the pacifica.we had the pacifica looked at by the dealership over 5 times with the same response.the issue progressively got worse and now the vehicle shakes when changing gears, cornering, stopping, starting, or hitting potholes.we went to another dealership after moving and in march 2010 we were told that the engine motor mounts were bad and were causing the issue we are experiencing.the dealership offered to replace them all for $2500, which was out of our budget so was not completed.we were also informed that the swaybar endpoints might be bad as well and could be replaced for additional cost.we drive under normal conditions and this type of problem should never surface on a vehicle under these conditions.we were informed that the motor could separate from the frame in an accident and cause serious injury.i feel it is unreasonable to have the consumer pay for a manufacturing defect such as this.there were several thousand motor mounts on back order in 2009 leading me to believe that the problem is wider spread than just a few isolated incidents.hopefully this information will prompt research and action on behalf of the safety of drivers as well as end consumers.thank you for your time.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that after having routine maintenance performed on the vehicle, he was advised by a mechanic that the engine cradle was corroded. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls.the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 130,000. Updated 11/14/11 updated 11/21/11
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having maintenance performed, the independent mechanic notified the contact that the sub frame and engine cradle was severely rusted and needed to be replaced. The contact notified the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
Six inch crack due to corrosion in right-side subframe/engine cradle.suspension and steering anchorage points as well as engine mount affected; was told by inspecting mechanic that car is unsafe to drive.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was being serviced by the dealer when he informed the contact that the entire sub frame was severely corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 103,235.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed, the independent mechanic discovered that the front end of the sub frame had rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated while servicing the vehicle, the dealer advised that the entire sub frame was severely corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 103,235.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact was driving approximately 55 mph, the front passenger side tire began to wobble without warning. An independent mechanic stated that the frame was rusted and the engine cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the sub frame engine cradle was corroded and the vehicle was not able to be driven. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 79,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was a loud abnormal noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front sub frame was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that the sub-frame had a fist size hole that has completely covered with rust. Upon driving at low speeds he noticed that the engine would shake as if it were going to fall out of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified and advised him that they would not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 137,000.
I took the vehicle into the shop because after charging the a/c, the vents were still blowing hot air.after being looked at, i got a call that there was over $3,000 dollars of work that needed to be done!the subframe is completely rusted out and the vehicle is unsafe to drive.i only purchased the car a little over a year ago.i contacted chrysler and was told that since i am the 3rd owner, they would not pay for any of the repairs that need to be done.absolutely ridiculous.the car isn't even worth much more than $5,000, i can't put $3,000 into it! tired of getting the run around from chrysler. They know they have a mistake floating about out there, but will do absolutely nothing to make it right!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact received notification for an unknown manufacturer recall concerning the structure; however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. The dealer (connor chrysler dodge jeep ram, 701 e porter ave, chesterton, in 46304, 219-926-7100) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were unavailable for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted, but offered no assistance. The contact stated that the cradle frame under the vehicle was rusted. The failure mileage was unknown. Consumer stated: took my car for oil failure light - auto repair shop would not work on my car because they said my saddle motor support was rotted out name of shop is portage tire & auto - 3520 scotsdale st portage, in 46368. Phone 219-762-0405. Updated 10/19/18
My 2005 chrysler pacific has a frame that is rusting out the motor holder . Just wondering if you can help me on how to get it take care of by chrysler ?
I have a 2005 chrysler pacific that has about 100,000 miles on it. In august of 2014, i took the vehicle to the chrysler dealership in downers grove il on ogden for an oil change. Once they had the vehicle up on the rack, they saw extensive sub frame rust damage and told me that soon the vehicle should not be drivable due to the sub frame that is rusted through and deteriorating. This is premature engine cradle rust failure. They said it was a costly repair and that chrysler wouldn't cover anything because it was out of warranty. This is not acceptable, i have taken very good care of this car and the mileage is considerably low. I have also spoken with chrysler and opened a case with them but they said they will not cover any repairs because my vehicle was builta few months after the range that they are fixing.
Front engine cradlethere was a letter sent by chrysler back in november of 2010 that "we are extending the warranty period on your front engine cradle because some vehicles operated in areas of high road salt usage, may experience engine cradle corrosion resulting in a driveability vibration and or shake.this engine cradle extended warranty coverage applies to chrysler pacifica model years 2004-2005."i have called chrysler twice and was told that my car is not in the serial number range and i just paid over $2450 to have my car repaired.
I have maintained this vehicle extremely well. No visible rust on body, vehicle appears to be in excellent condition.i took vehicle in for routine maintenance and the technician stated that the engine cradle and passenger side sub frame is nearly rusted in half.i was shocked because it is not my primary winter vehicle, and salt exposure is minimal.the technician explained that it is not safe to drive the vehicle because of the risk of drive train falling out when the engine cradle fails to support the engine and transmission. Also, the car could break in half if the sub frame fails.how can a vehicle that has been well maintained, looks and drives like new, be unsafe because it isn't structurally sound. The vehicle is driven only about 10000 miles per year.an online search revealed that this is a known issue on this make/model.i cannot understand how this vehicle is not recalled.i have been driving this vehicle, thinking it would keep my family and i safe.this is very dangerous, and millions of people are undoubtedly driving chrysler pacificas that are not structurally safe.i hope that the nhtsa will investigate this.
Working on the car notice the subframe is rusted thru on ths passenger side. There are many issue logged in on the internet with this particular defect. It is my understanding there is a recall for certain vins. My vehicle was built on aug 20, 2004. After contacting chrysler they say the car is covered under a extended warranty. My problem is if i hadn't looked under the car this issue may have led to a catastrophic failure.
While replacing a set of tires at a local shop, the service manager informed me of a rusted engine support frame.he also stated the danger of the engine falling out of the vehicle.the vehicle has been well maintained at the local chrysler dealership with maintenance and inspection reports every 3000 miles.never once has this rusted frame been reported at the chrysler dealership!the last service report during an oil change stated, "checked over everything looked ok".the dealership has reported other maintenance and repair issues but never this one.is chrysler trying to hide this potential safety problem?i've been a long term owner of chrysler products and never had a problem with a rusted-out engine support.the car currently sits in our garage with my wife refusing to drive the vehicle because of the potential safety issue.
We were informed when vehicle was in for repair that there were holes in the front subframe. The subframe had rusted out and the holes will not allow the car to pass inspection. We were informed that the subframe would need to be replaced. Contacted chrysler hotline and they said that there were issues and notices sent to cars in the salt-belt, we did not receive one even though upstate ny. They have been in contact with the local dealership as of two and half weeks ago and we still have no response on whether it is covered under potential recall.safety is definitely an issue, not sure why this issue has not been enough of a cause of concern to issue nationwide recall. Subframe should not rot out and have to be replaced, clearly defect in design and materials. Search web we are not the only ones, hundreds if not thousands of similar complaints.
Frame is rusted and car is not safe.
On november 12th 2013 , i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica to be inspected. I was told the vehicle could not pass inspection since the front sub frame was rotted and the vehicle should not be driven.i was also told rear sub frame bushings and the frame itself was weak.the car only has 127359 miles on it. This is unreal !!!!!!! i called chrysler to no avail. I was wondering has anyone thought class action suit ??
I took my car to a shop for repairs, and the mechanic was alarmed to find that the frame is so rusted under the engine that he deemed it unsafe to drive.my car has 185,000 miles on it, and is in otherwise good condition.it is not safe to drive as the engine could fall to the ground, potentially causing an accident. I was advised to get rid of the vehicle, but obviously i cannot sell it.i was never notified of this potential problem, although i have become aware that chrysler knew the problem existed.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica with 126k miles. I recently had my tires rotated and it was noticed that i had significant rusting on the right front subframe. The frame is not a moving part and should not wear out with a normal life expectancy of the car.they stated it is unsafe to drive and recommended replacement.i called chrysler today and my vehicle is not covered even though there has been an extended warranty on some vehicles.i was disappointed that they said there is nothing they can do.i pointed out to the customer service rep that there a lot of complaints noted online and on this site. She said my information was noted and if i got the vehicle fixed to keep the receipt in case the extended warranty is broadened.i hope chrysler looks into this further.
Advised by local mechanic in december that rust was developing on undercarriage of engine. After numerous news reports and reading of info on the internet of similar problems called chrysler customer care. I was told since it was not in the window of the cars that they are extending the warranty on rust to 10 years or 150k miles there was nothing they could do for me. If they do extend the warranty in the future they will let me know.
Was informed by our mechanic that the front crossmember/engine cradle/k-frame had rusted through and that this was a common problem with this make/model/year vehicle.chrysler issued a recall due to this defect, but it only covered manufacturing dates up to march 31, 2004 and our vehicle was manufactured in june of 2004.i have seen that this continued to be a very common problem with vehicles after the march manufacture date and called chrysler to see what could be done as this is a very expensive repair of a known issue that had been recalled on other vehicles.chrysler stated that this was not covered by recall and there was nothing they were willing to do to assist us.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the engine block was corroded causing the engine to become unstable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the under carriage needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was 137,000. The vin was unavailable.
In ''14, it was noticed that the subframe was rusted. I did not inspect it any further because i trusted that it was a normal amount of rust. However, on 4/27/15, the car began to have issues. Upon acceleration from a stop or slow-roll, there is a vibration that can be felt throughout the floorboards & the gas pedal. When the car shifts from 1st to 2nd gear & the rpm's drop, the car makes a "thud" or "clunk" sound from the engine area of the car. This "thud" can be felt in the cabin of the car. The vibrations & the noise has grown worse over the course of 3 days. I had the car inspected during an oil change at a chrysler dealership on 4/30/15, & i was advised that, due to the amount of rust to the subframe & engine cradle, the car's structural integrity has been breached. The mechanic took a picture & had the service manager bring it to me in the waiting room & advise me that if i hit a large enough bump, the subframe may break apart & the engine may drop out of the car. I contacted chrysler & they offer no remedy. Upon research of the issue, i have found that this is a common problem among ''04 & ''05 chrysler pacificas & that the manufacturer had issued a recall on the car for this problem in ''10, but rescinded the recall & created a tsb it, yet upheld the recall for pacificas that were manufactured between 2/23/04 & 3/31/04. Due to the initial recall, tsb, & the partial recall from the chrysler pacificas manufactured in '04, chrysler has admitted fault in not properly coating the subframe materials to prevent rust from occurring. Chrysler is not willing to take corrective action for their dangerous & faulty craftsmanship of their cars. This is negligence & a dangerous practice-for the lives of the drivers, passengers, & others on the roads, as well as within the realms of business ethics. This widespread situation needs to be addressed & remedied immediately.
Frame has a 7 inch rusted out gash that the car serviceman has said he's never seen anything like it before.called chrysler and they refuse to cover the cost because its after warranty,and after reading many articles,this seems to be a very common and very unsafe issue for 2004 and 2005 pacificas.
I was having my oil changed yesterday and the technician pointed out a badly rotted and cracked subframe on the passenger side.the subframe is only rotted and cracked on one side and in one spot which leads me to believe this is due to a manufacturer defect.i have contacted chrysler and was told there is no recall and then my call was disconnected.
Sub frame rusted out, declared unsafe to drive.
I took my car into the local dealership and they told me my front subframe is rusted out and unsafe. They said there was a tsb 13-001-12 that may apply since this a common problem. However due to the mileage it was not covered. This is a safety item that is present in these vehicles which has been documented by the news and all over the internet. This condition can lead to crashes and possible death.i contacted chrysler and they told me there isn't anything they can do.when i was notified about the issue at around 145k miles, there was only a small pin hole in the center of the cradle. At 168k miles there is a hole you can put your fist in. This is a major suspension component, not something subjected to normal wear like a tie rod. I would fully expect to pay for a tie rod, rack and pinion or ball joints. This is different, a major structural component. My vehicle is in good shape and i plan to keep it for the next 5 years. But with the cost of the subframe and the miles it is worthless. This is an issue that needs to be looked into. Hopefully it doesn't lead to too many deaths before something is done.
Front sub-frame found significantly rusted, complete perforation on the passenger side for almost 6 inches,several holes on the drivers side.vehicle will not pass pa state safety inspection.chrysler says nothing they can do because of mileage, dealer says it is not their fault as it is a factory defect.left with an unsafe, illegal vehicle after only 2 car payments.
I own a 2005 chysler pacifica with excessive sub frame rust that holds up the engine of the car. A mechanic brought it to my attention when he was inspecting the tie rods. I saw multiple holes maybe 3" in diameter! there is also crack lines in the frame running from end to end. I'm afraid to have my wife drive it to work in the event the engine falls out of the car while driving. I called chrysler recall department and they said my year is not covered? my car was manufactured on may 21, 2003 and chrysler says cars manufactured forward from february 23, 2004 would be repaired! what difference does the manufacturing date make?! faulty steel is faulty steel no matter when it was used by chrysler in their cars! can chrysler be held accountable to [xxx] (we don't have the money to buy another vehicle!'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'
Chrysler 2005 pacifica has significant engine cradle and other undercarriage rust issues.today at my auto repair shop i took several photographs of the rusted engine cradle, undercarriage and other suspension areas with heavy rusting.called chrysler care 1-800-247-9753 and they kindly told me there was nothing they can do to assist in the repair cost.numerous reports online of repairs being selectively reimbursed by chrysler.how many complaints are required for a recall to be issued or is a class action developing for this issue.thanks.
Sub-frame is totally rotted out!!!!!!!!!!!
Our regularmechanic has determined that the undercarriage ofmy car is rustedand rotted to the point where it is unsafe to drive . Car was brought in due to electrical failure asmentioned above . I have never received recall notices. I spoke witha chryslerrep today and there isnothingwe can dobecause its not with in the recall time frame .
Reference tsb 13.001-12, 2005 chrysler pacifica suspension service bulletin, and nhtsa action number 10044109. A letter was sent to some 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica owners that the front engine cradle and suspension mount frame was prone to corrosion problems. The warranty was extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles to owners in states that use road salt, cold weather states. We live in pennsylvania, which is considered a cold weather state. Our pacifica was inspected in april 2014. We informed the station that we were experiencing some vibration in the front end of the vehicle. We were informed that the cradle assembly and mount was rusted through and because of safety issues they had to be replaced before it would pass inspection. The cost was $2,702.08.the vehicle had 122,638 miles, under the warranty threshold of 150,000. When we learned of this situation we called chrysler. They informed me that only pacifica's manufactured between a certain time frame were covered. They could not tell me the time frame, but our vehicle was not covered. To make matters worse, the new cradle assembly is exactly the same as the original part. No corrective actions have been taken to prevent the rusting. There are other cases similar to mine on the internet. State dmv?s are failing these vehicles for safety issues, they are unsafe to drive. How can chrysler ignore these serious safety issues? i am requesting full reimbursement of $2,702.08, plus request action be taken against chrysler so that all 2004-2005 pacifica's are repaired before serious accidents occur, if they haven't already.
The 2005 chrysler pacifica is known for the sub frame rotting causing a un-safe condition where the engine could fall out.i took my car to a local shop and they said my frame is all rotted out.i took my car into chrysler and it turns out it is not covered under a recall or extended warranty.what worries me is how many others are on the road with the same condition.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the sub frame was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who stated that the engine cradle and suspension cross member was rusted. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 149,000the consumer was informed, her vehicle did not qualify for the free repair, as the vehicle was built in september 2004. Updated 06/17/14 updated 06/24/14 ma updated 06/25/2014
I live in pennsylvania where the winters are harsh and salt is used.i went to get my car inspected and it failed do to rusted/holes in the carriage and rusted/holes in the rocker panels.i found an article online http://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.htmlso i contact chrysler as well and spoke to two different people and was told my pacifica was outside the time frame as well.can you tell me why 2005 pacifica's are listed as having the problem if they time frame is in 2004.my car was made march 18, 2005 so it is not eligible.i ask why not??? i am having the same issue as the other "time framed" vehicles.is my life not as worthy as the "time framed" lives??? i think this is all a bit ridiculous.i believe chrysler needs to fix this problem before someone gets hurt.having the carriage of your vehicle rust through without even knowing that its doing it is a safety issue!!if i'm expected to keep my car up for safety reasons then why is chrysler not expected to fix a problem they know if wrong no matter what the "time frame".i would appreciatesomeone contacting me asap.i am not working at this time and do not have the money to come up to get this fixed.i took it to an autobody shop and was told that to get the carriage and the rocker panels fixed it would cost me $3066.so why am i the one who has to come up and fix chrysler's problem that they know is a problem and refuse to fix because of a 'time frame'. By the way when i asked to have them reconsider and have someone look into my problem i was told a decision was already made and we aren't responsible.who is going to be responsible when my car rusts in half and i happen to drive it and it just falls apart?thank you
I took my car to the shop to fix a hub bearing and pulley and was informed by my mechanic that i have a serious problem with my frame, he informed me my frame is rusted and i am in a lot of danger driving this car. He informed me there was an article to look it up online about this issue being a problem with this make and model. I was not aware there were so many articles about this make and model and this rust problem. I cannot believe chrysler knew about this problem and never contact me to warn me of this problem, in which can cost me my life and my family. This is about a 2500.00 job that i feel chrysler should be responsible for. Please let me know how i can be helped with this situation.
Today i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica into the shop for new tires,i was told they could not do an alignment because the tie rods looked bad and to take it to the dealer, i did. I then found out from my local dealer that unfortunately that is all they see is chrysler pacificas...my car has less than 45k miles and i have been told that the entire front end suspension is worthless and right now i have bad gear boxes, a broken engine mount, and can count on having front axel problems as well.the dealer also had a 2004 brought in today and that car and mine were raised up and the repair men showed me and everyone else around the identical problems on both cars.
We had our car inspected this week and were told we had a rotted body frame.we were sent to a dodge dealer and they told us we had a rotted subframe.the cost of repair will be $1885.40 for the part and $600 for labor.it will not be ready to drive till april 6 as the dealer requires the parts money up front before they will even order the part so we have to save the money for this. So we have no car for the next 10 days at least.we have researched and understand that chrysler knows of this problem and did a limited amount of repairs as it was their fault but apparently they are not helping the majority of car owners who have this problem. This does not seem fair to the other owners.we can barely afford to come up with this money to fix something that is this company's fault.i cannot believe they are not being forced to fix all these cars when it is a danger issue.how can we drive a car with a rotted frame? we had to have the rocker panels replaced a few years ago when they rotted out too.now this is added to our cost.we cannot afford to buy another car and barely able to fix this car at our retirement age. Why aren't companies held to a standard to protect consumers?we understand there are class action suits that have recently been filed for this problem within the last couple of months but we have no idea how to be involved in theses cases if it is even possible to do that.we wish there was a solution for us and for others with similar problems with this car.
I have been made aware of severe corrosion and rust of the frame and cross member of this vehicle. It has been properly maintained and serviced. On researching this problem on the internet. It appears that this is not an isolated incident but a common problem for pacifica. Chrysler has service bulletins advising service personal to look for this problem. There has not been a recall and as a result they will not assist in the repair of this vehicle. I feel that it is a product flaw and should be addressed by chrysler. Much like the rusting problem with the toyota tundra trucks. This vehicle was in ma from 2005 to 2011 and now is in fl.
Was having oil changed when tech called my attention to the subframe having holes and corrosion.i live in a salt state (ohio).
I took my car into the dealer where i purchased it and have it reg. Service i was looking to have a oil change and a sticker. They changed my oil 29.00 and rejected my car for a rotted frame and told i should not drive it. Service manager also told me they chrysler would pay for the part $4500.00 and labor but i was responsible for $300.00 ded. And all the parts that needed to be replaced if any were damaged, motor mounts etc. No loaner or rental this was not my bad the car was great till that day i have a $5000.00 loanand over $5000.00 worth of work to get a sticker. When i went in to sch. Work they said deal off, part was sent back i cried for real.
Examined subframe of car during routine inspection and discovered excessive corrosion to one side. Visible cracking in subframe generating from corroded area.
Undercarriage corrosion as reported by other owners.
Nhtsa please notice how many people have submitted this problem. Over 50 just since this january. Subframe corrosion to the point the mechanic didn't even think it should be driven home. Engine, transmission, front wheels could all fall at any moment. Why hasn't anyone done anything about this? i see over 50 people have complained about this very problem since only this january. Luckily we noticed it, hate to think of all the other pacifica drivers out there that have no idea the danger they are in. What will it take? one death? two deaths? how many people, chrysler? this is obviously a major problem and needs to be fixed at no cost to the consumer. Who has $2500 to repair their car? not us. Will be contacting chrysler to no avail i'm sure but worth a try.
After taking our 2005 pacifica to a chrysler dealership to be looked at for rattling and knocking noises in the front end and complaints of the car sounding like it was going to fall apart, especially when driving over bumpy roads; i was advised that the engine cradle, subframe, sway bar links and frame bushings needed to be replaced due to rust and corrosion. The cost would be between $3000.00 and $4500.00.we were advised the car was very unsafe to drive. We asked the dealership to take pictures of the front end when they put it up on the lift. When we received the pictures via email, we were horrified by what we saw. We were grateful that we were not involved in what could have been a tragic accident had we not taken the car in to be looked at. We wondered why this happened as we have 3 other cars older than this car. They have been inspected and do no have this problem. After some investigating we have found out this is a common problem with this vehicle, year and make and chrysler is well aware of it, they have no plans to do a recall or advise owners of the problem, or at least not until there is a fatality or some horrific accidentdue to this faulty product chrysler is putting in their vehicles. We have lost all faith inchrysler.they must think very little of human life.
While operating my 2005 chrysler pacifica limited edition i heard a loud clunking, popping, sound coming from my front end, which was exacerbated when i turned either left, or right.also, i have a constant shaking which i feel through my steering wheel, which becomes more pronounced while i am braking.anytime i drive over any type of bump, pothole, or even just an uneven road surface it clunks.it sometimes makes a clunking sound even when i am operating on an even road surface.as i start pulling away from a stopped position, i often feel, and hear a jerking & lugging, which sounds like the engine is moving around inside the sub frame (engine mounts).i brought the vehicle to a local independent mechanic who informed me that the sub frame was so rotted, that the control arm has pulled off of the sub frame.he also stated that the part of the sub frame that holds the engine in place, is so rotted that the engine could actually break free from the vehicle, and could result in a serious crash.he showed me several holes, where the sub frame has actually rotted completely through, and i am able to see out the other side of the metal.he said that it would cost me thousands of dollars to replace the rotted parts.i am a stage 4 terminal cancer patient, and need my vehicle to travel back & forth, 60+ miles, for the treatments necessary to keep me alive.i am not able to work, and therefore cannot afford to pay the costs required to repair, and/or replace the rotted parts on my vehicle, as well as the damage that the rotted parts have caused to other parts of my auto.i had another mechanic check my vehicle, for a second opinion.he told me that there is no way that this is normal wear, rusting, or rot, for a vehicle that is not even 9 years old.he said exterior body panel rust, or rot could be very possible, but definitely not rot in the sub frame.
The front sub frame of my vehicle is rusted or corroded, making it unsafe to drive. I have contacted my local chrysler dealer as well as chrysler customer care about this issue. Both say there is nothing they can do for me. When i spoke with my dealer and the customer service representative from chrysler, both informed me there have been many other owners reporting the same issue.numerous on line posts and a cbs news report have indicated many owners have gotten relief in the form of an extended warranty by chrysler for this part. The repair cost for this issue is well over $3000.persons who are affected by this manufacture defect should not have to be responsible for this cost.thank you for your consideration in this matter.
I have had my vehicle since 2008. I took it in for a oil change and was told that the subframe/engine cradle was rotted and unsafe. I live in oh. And was told by chrysler, since my vehicle was originally sold in az. That it is not covered to have the engine cradle replaced. The vehicle is a 2005 and have been in a "salt state" for 5 years. I located a letter online that was sent out and it doesn't state where the vehicle was purchase would be covered, but place of operation. To me 5 years of oh winters and salt has been the place of operation. After searching out the problem concerning the engine cradle, i have found that it has been a big problem.
My chrysler pacifica was diagnosed with a bad engine cradle, cradle is rusted, has a long rust hole about 7 inches long, will need a cradle replacement, frame is unsafe. Some 04's-05's were recalled for same problem, mine wasn't included in the recall for some reason, i'm having the same problem everyone else is. Contacted chrysler and said there wasn't anything they could do for me, its definitely a safety issue.
My pacifica has been garage kept since i bought it new in july of 2005.besides the fact that the body has started to rust through, repairs for which i have no option but to replace the entire carriage (as i've been told by multiple body men), today i was told by my mechanic that my subframe has started to rust through in multiple locations, and he was obligated to tell me about the damage.the car only has 60,000 miles on it!
I have been informed by two different auto mechanics about substantial rust on the sub-frame at the front of my vehicle. For a 9 year old vehicle this is unacceptable and a safety hazard.
Took vehicle to mechanic for routine maintenance. Upon inspecting the underside of the vehicle the subframe of the vehicle is rusting and has holes some as large as three to four inches in diameter.
While getting oil change, technician noticed considerable amount of corrosion on the sub frame, also referred to as the engine cradle.independent technician (sycamore tire co.) and chrysler service department deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive: sub frame needed to be replaced.
On october 25, 2013, i learned that the engine cradle/frame on my chrysler pacifica 2005 was severely rusted and rendered the car undrivable.driving the car could cause the frame to fail and there could be serious consequences such as an accident or having my engine basically end up on the street.this is unacceptable for a 2005 vehicle with nearly 80,000 miles on it.this car has been garage kept and driven as a family car since it's purchase.the body has not one speck of rust, but the frame/cradle has completely rusted through. This is unacceptable and chrysler needs to step up to the plate on this for vehicle owners.
Bought this car used from a dealer owned the car for approx 8 months we were making a right hand turn heard this really loud noise and the car would no longer run. We were told the subframe and motor mounts were broken. Now 1 1/2 years later my car has been acting very strange the transmission is slipping the car wont go if you step on the gas and my mechanic has informed me that once again i have broken motor mounts. I have owned this car for almost 3 years and have only put about 30,000 miles on it this should not be happening.
Driving down the street and the car started shaking and then something sounded like it snapped and the steering wheel was almost locked and could not steer. Had it towed to the mechanics and he said the under frame and the brackets attached from the chasis to the frame holding up the engine had broken off. I got home looked online and found out that there are a lot of complaints about rusting in the under frame and that it is a very unsafe condition.
Sub frame is rotting and could be compromise at anytime.
I have just performed routine (10/03/20014) maintenance on my 2005 chrysler pacifica. The mechanic called to inform me of significant corrosion problem with the cross member (cradle) that supports the engine, transmission, front suspension and steering. His visual inspection, as well as mine, showed more then 75% of the passenger side cradle rusted away. An open case # 25736224 has been established by chrysler customer support. My pacifica was produced september 30, 2004 which is outside of the assembly dates established by chrysler for extended warranty coverage. Failure of the cross member (cradle) would cause loss of steering, engine and transmission failure, and severed brake lines. Because this is a major safety issue it should be repaired by chrysler corporation.
I took my car into a garage in waterford,ct for suspension problems. On raising it, he found that the sub-frame is rotting badly due to rust. There are several holes in the frame and he told me it was dangerous to drive. I contacted dodge and they have opened a case - 22909122they asked me to take it into a chrysler dealership which i am doing tomorrow. They will pass on an inspection report.
Upon routine inspection by an independent dealer, it was identified that the engine cradle (sub-frame) was corroded with rust and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive.the cost of repair was approximately $2,400.i contacted chrysler and they rejected my claim, informing me that some chrysler pacificas were covered by warranty for this exact issue, but not the car i own.
While i have heard some sounds from the suspension (front) for over a year, it was only this month (may 2014) that the problem was diagnosed. The engine cradle on my vehicle is rusted and has holes in it. Per the mechanic, it is unsafe to drive until it is fixed (which he estimated as costing in excess of $1,000). After doing a little research, i contacted chrysler only to find out that they would not cover this defect since my vehicle was manufactured in may 2004 and they only cover it for 10 yrs/150k miles for vehicles manufactured up through march 2004 (if in the "salt belt"). So while they acknowledge this specific problem, they would not apply the warranty because my manufacture date is two months beyond their cutoff date. Talking to auto mechanics and searching online seems to reveal that this is a significant problem with older pacificas. Based on this information, i strongly believe that chrysler should cover a defect like this since it is likely widespread (if not issue an actual recall like toyota did on their tacomas for rusted frames a few years ago). I do have a case number with chrysler now in which they noted my problem. I won't include that number here because this is a public record.
While having work done, it was discovered that the sub frame on my vehicle is rotted right through. I was told not to drive in this condition as it is very dangerous. The dealer i bought the car from will not take any responsibility claiming it was sold as-is. I found a multitude of information on the internet stating that this is a known issue with this year and model vehicle. I contacted the chrysler corporation and they refuse to do anything to fix the problem. They claim the only vehicles they will fix were manufactured between february and march of 2004 and my vehicle was manufactured in november of 2004. This is the same problem they are aware of regardless of when the vehicle was manufactured. It is a defective part that can cause the engine to fall out of the car if it should break while driving and can potentially cause a fatal crash. If they are taking responsibility for some cars with this problem, they should take responsibility for all cars having the exact same issue. Because your organization has not forced them to do a recall, they are turning away consumers. This issue needs to be addressed and because the cause is their defective part, they need to be responsible to replace the frame on my car.
Sub frame is rotten and needs to be replaced. Shop manger told me ok to drive just don't hit a pot hole. $2703 to repair it. Chrysler said they don't have a calls on this problem.i called chrysler on saturday feb, 15 2014. I'm driving a ticking time bomb.
I have a 2005 pacifica.the car was in for body work, when a mechanic noticed severe rusting on the frame.he stated that the engine, could fall through the body frame!i did a google search and found hundreds of complaints about the problem.there is a story from a tv station in florida covering this story.http://www.nbcmiami.com/investigations/some-chrysler-pacifica-owners-say-they've-had-dangerous-corrosion-problems-with-the-popular-minivan-243624441.html.this is a engineering failure according to my mechanic, who stated they did not included enough drain plugs.my daughter drives this car and i contacted chrysler and they say it is past the warranty.this is unacceptable an engine should never be able to fall out of its mountings!!!!!!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing an inspection by an independent mechanic, the technician informed the contact that the engine cradle was severely corroded all the way through. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 185,000. The vin was not available.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the body frame was rusted out. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the dealer (bob brady dodge chrysler jeep ram, 4025 e boyd rd, decatur, il 62521), but was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that due to the severe corrosion, the frame could fracture while on the lift. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and stated that there were no recalls. The failure mileage was 205,000.
Engine cradle / subframe rotting out. Seems a common complaint with these cars. Mine was built in july 2004 and does not fall into the extended warranty chrysler offer for this issue. Still, seem too many people have this problem for only a limited number of cars to be cover. A full recall needs happen. Please.
While getting service at local chrysler dealership, was notified that the engine cradle was rusted through and the vehicle was not safe to drive.
Engine cradle/sub-frame is rusted through on both sides. The gaps 1/4" to 2" wide extendfor 15-20".my mechanic lifted my car so i can see the damage, he says it is unsafe to drive it because of all front suspension and steering is supported by the frame. When driving over potholes i hear loud thumps coming from front suspension area. I'm expecting chrysler's recall or reimbursement for projected $2500-3000 repair.
Last year at time of inspection my repair guy said the subframe looked good - he had seen a lot of complaints about them lately. This year is a whole different story - the subframe is rusting out even though my car has the electronic rust inhibitor installed since i bought in 2007. I called to check my vin and of course no recalls are listed. For the amount of complaints you would think that they would revisit this issue.
Told my car unsafe to drive....subframe rotted out! chrysler admitted it was their fault but will not help me unless i sign a waiver of agreeing to pay for any repairs that they cause while fixing this major issue. I was not comfortable signing and now they won't help me. Not sure what to do next. This is a horrific mishandling of consumer rights! i have only had the car for 6 years and put 50k miles on it. These cars should be recalled now before someone gets killed driving one of them.
The subframe under the engine is rusting out badly.i don't know how much longer i can drive this vehicle.
The front subframe is severely corroded. It could fail at any time letting the engine drop.
I am a single mom of 2 boys 8 & 4. I drove 3 hours away with my sister who is married with a 1 yr old boy and home totaling more than 6 hours. The next day i was driving out of the church parking lot with my boys in the car when i hear a huge clunk. I thought i had just blew a tire, which was infuriating because i'd just spent $400 on replacing tires 2 days prior, but when i got out the tires were fine. I drove 1 mile home and told my brother in law and dad about the problem. They both crawled under and saw the sub frame all rusted out and cracked. I took it to a neighborhood mechanic who quotes around 2k to fix. I had another come look at the car and quoted around the same. Both said it was not to be driven at all. The noise was quite likely the engine rocking around, and could have literally fallen out. I called chrysler and was told that i was out of the window to get any help. The wear and tear was normal for my cars age and mileage. I would not get any help. I just want it noted that i have read articles with many complaints. Does someone have to die first? a 6 hour drive and 3 children very easily could have been without their moms if my engine had fallen out when i was going down the highway at 75mph. Shame on chrysler and shame on anyone who knows about this problem and does nothing!
My very well kept 2005 pacifica failed inspection at my local mechanic due to a completely rotted cross member frame. Substantial rotting in multiple spots. Many holes. Took car to chrysler dealer and they inspected car and told me they had never seen a worse frame. Quoted me in writing, $5779.98 to repair!!! opened a case with chrysler to find out if they would do anything for me. Yea right. They even went as far as to say the dealer said they only gave me a parts list, not a quote. Liars!said it was normal wear and tear in new york. Cars built from 2/23/04-3/31/04 were given an extension to 150,000 miles warranty for such problem. Chrysler knows about this problem and are not taking responsibility for it. Needs to be a recall! i am going to repair with used cross member for 1500.00 and i'm selling it afterwards. Do not want any part of chrysler again!
Cradle rotted out.
I was having my vehicle inspected and was informed that my engine cradle was rusting through. I checked out the problem on line and found out that this is a recognized problem with 2004 pacifica's and that chrysler has offered an extended warranty due to manufactures defect. However there is only a one month period (in-service date) that applies to the warranty. You can put your fist through the engine cradle.engine vibrates and we are concerned that it will fall out of the car and kill someone.we wont let our kids drive it anymore and cant afford to replace it.it is apparent that this is a common safety problem that could result in serious injury and chrysler not only made no attempt to contact buyers, but also fails to accept responsibility for the manufactures defect. Please do your jobs and protect us from this obvious defect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Recently bought a 2005 chrysler pacifica. After doing some research online i discovered that there has been thousands of complaints about the engine cradle rusting out due to chrysler improperly coating the framework. I naturally went out to look at mine to make sure it did not have the same problem. I was very disappointed. I bought this vehicle for a family vehicle and now do not feel safe driving it with my 4 children and cannot afford the repairs as my savings was used to purchase said vehicle. One would think after thousands of such dangerous claims that the nhtsa would do something about this
Took the car to local chrysler dealer (bournival chrysler jeep, york, me) for annual inspection. Was told car could not be inspected because the front cross member had rusted through in spots.(car had been inspected at the same facility a year ago and no problem was found) the problem was confirmed by an independent mechanic. Car has 91,500 miles.i have read of chrysler offering a 10-year, 100,000 warranty on this problem but neither the service manager nor nhtsa could confirm. There are dozens of instances of this problem, both in the united states and canada listed on edmunds (http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0ec024/258). This is a dangerous situation that should be cleared up by chrysler.
I recently purchased this 2005 chrysler pacifica from a car dealer. I got it for a good price and was told it needed a little work. My wife wanted a chrysler pacifica from the first time she saw one. So, finally finding one within our means was awesome; so we thought. It was making a winding noise at time of purchase, which was thought to be a power steering pump. We took the vehicle to the shop after purchasing it and had the pump and some other brake work; as-well-as, tie-rod ends fixed/replaced. This did not stop the winding noise we thought was coming from the power steering pump, so we had the shop take another look at it. The shop discovered that the rack-and-pinion was leaking and likely the cause for the noise. However, when they attempted to remove the rack and pinion from the vehicle; they realized it would not be possible because the cradle/sub-frame was so rusted that removal was not possible. So needless to say; the shop owner recommended that we determine if there was a re-call. The shop owner said that he had never seen this amount of rust on the sub-frame of any vehicle, especially on a 2005 model. I hoped that the shop owner was over exaggerating so i took the vehicle to another local shop and he to, was stunned by the amount of rust. This shop owner told me to not drive the vehicle and to contact the chrysler corp. And demand that something be done about this. He (the shop owner) was absolutely beside himself after seeing the vehicle. I love chrysler products and even own a caravan, which my wife drives daily. However, i now have a different view of chrysler. They have not accepted responsibility for using unsafe materials for making the 2005 chrysler pacifica and i wonder if anyone has died from the results of this issue. If chrysler does not accept responsibility for this; i will never purchase another chrysler product, ever again...
My cross-member has a foot long crack in it on the passenger side.the rusting of the cross member was first spotted on august 5. 2015.
The car under it is knocking and hitting against the car itself when you go over a bump in the road, the breaks slip unless the abs light is on and the power steering compartment is constantly empty which causes the steering to whine until you fill it back up.
We bought our 05 pacifica a couple months ago used we were aware of the engine cradle being losewe then found out it was corrode out on the right side of the motor and steering rack problem and was wondering if there is a recall on either of these items we see that alot of 05 have the same problem were can i take my car to get it fixed.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and i was experiencing problems with a "clicking noise" coming from underneath the front end of my car. Upon inspection by my mechanic it became evident that the "engine cradle" which holds up engine was completely rotted through with about 80% of visible corrosion (i really wish i could actual attach pictures of corrosion provided to me by my mechanic). Upon further investigation, i discovered that this "engine cradle" corrosion problem has been acknowledged by chrysler and an extended warranty was issued to repair this part for 04 and 05 pacifica's. Extended warranty letter id is: 0004617/#45543/x26...however, when i contacted chrysler, i was informed that based on the vin # of my car, i did not qualify for chryslers extended warranty for this issue (10 yrs or 150,000 miles) - the letter chrysler issued for this extended warranty clearly states that it covers 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica's, and even though i fall within the model year, geographical region, and the 10yr/150,000mile guidelines of extended warranty, chrysler claims that my 2005 was not manufactured within some narrow manufacturing window to qualify for this extended warranty. In closing, unfortunately, due to financial constraints, and the costly nature of this repair (2-3k), i have no choice but to drive this car the way it is at the moment - i do understand that it is clearly unsafe to drive this car and it probably shouldn't be on the road - however, i do have a valid state inspection sticker from previous year, so my car is "legal to drive", and i really have no choice but to continue to utilize this car until i can come up with a resolution (all i can do at this point is keep my fingers crossed and pray that i don't cause any harm to myself or anybody else). What should i / can i do to next? can you please help me and advise accordingly. Thank you sincerely [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Subframe corrosion - rust.
On the highway there were these vibrations in the pacific so my husband and i took the car to the mechanic which recommended new suspension so we got those. The problem wasn't fixed my husband took it to another mechanic for new tires, suspension and alignment to be told that our only means of transportation was not fit to drive because the subframe completely has rotted out. Thank god he did that, i'm horrified my child was in it all this time. My husband and i called the number 1 800-992-1997 daimlerchrysler. To be told there is nothing that can be done for us the mileage of the car was outside warranty. The mechanic's quote foris over $2000. I'm not sure what to do right now to get to work and manage my usual weekly errands.
This is a structural issue noted by mechanic during routine oil change and tire rotation.mechanic identified extensive rust and corrosion of engine cradle.damage includes muliple cracks and a hole wide enough to insert 3 fingers. Mechanic recommends replacing engine cradle.vehicle purchased 10 years ago on this date.mileage less than 80,000.vehicle taken to local dealership for evaluation.dealer escalated to manufacturer.awaiting determination from chrysler as to whether it will cover the repair.extended warranty for pacificas manufactured between feb 23, 2004 and march 31, 2004 not applicable. This vehicle was manufactured in april 2004.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica started making noise in front passenger side in the suspension and wheel area while on the interstate. A short time later the front passenger wheel started shaking and wobbling uncontrollably at speeds of 65mph. Their was no warning! thank god i was entering town and was close to home. I got the car home and had friend who is a mechanic investigate the problem. What he found was scary!!!!! the whole sub frame and engine cradle was almost completely gone due to severe rusting in the exact area where the suspension components attach to the frame. Super bad day when i showed the pictures to 3 different local automotive shops with well over 100 yrs of experience combined and all informed me that the estimated cost to repair was 4000.00 up to 5500.00. Completely absurd! car is worthless and only has 100,000 miles on it. You should make chrysler own up to every pacifica that has this problem, not just a few that was manufactured in a few months. Their is overwhelming evidence that they didn't coat the frame properly. Iwill be sharing my pictures and when you see them ask yourself if you would want your family driving these cars and having to spend a very large amount of money to fix them properly. Chrysler is doing nothing because the nhtsa isn't making them. Please take my small portion of this ridiculous nightmare and consider at the least making chrysler be partially responsible for their lack of consideration for the human life and the well being of its customers. This is a dangerous hazard that should be immediately addressed. Thank you!
While having a flat tire fixed on a lift noticed my whole engine cradle is rusted out from driverside to pasenger side of the underbody.chrysler had a10 year one hundred thousand mile warranty.my auto did not make their cut off period. I have the same rust the rest of the pacificas had or have. Went to small claims court i won after the third round was defeated. Can you send me anything to help me in the forth round.
We bought our 2005 chrysler pacifica from a private seller ... Two days later we brougth it into the shop to get a mysterious clunk checked out and found the engine cradle was almost rotted away. After owning the vehicle for not even 48 hours it is now unsafe to drive, i called into chrysler customer service because i saw a recall that at one point covered this model and i was told, " i aplogize but there is nothing we can do". My question is ... If at one point this vehicle was not safe to opperate because of the engine cradle rust problem, what changed to exclude this model? i have plenty of pictures that show i should not be driving this vehicle with my children in it.
I have had my car from 2011 till current and replaced the front axles/tie rods at least 3 to 4 times a year. Last incident it broke while pulling out of drive way and i lost control and rolled down a hill into 4 lanes of traffic narrowly missing the gas pumps at the station across the 4 lane thank goodness no one hit me with my young child in the car. When i first had to take it to a dealer to get them changed 2 other cars in this small town i live in were there also having there's replaced. This should be a recall every person i talk to states this is a problem that is arising from a rusted cradle problem when manufacturing the car. I would like my car repaired where this will no longer happen and it is too expensive for me to fix. I have decided to look further into this issue and maybe come together with other with this issue. There should of been a recall by now. I had my oil changed and was told that my boot is busted and that i needed to replace the drivers side yet again and i do not have 119.00 to pay my local dodge for this yet again!
Was having oil changed when tech called my attention to the subframe having holes and corrosion.i live in a salt state (ohio).
The entire underside is rusting and falling apart. The biggest problem being the cradle. It is so bad theres cracks all over and big rust holes. The mechanic shop told my wife not to drive because its to dangerous!! she drives several young kids around everyday. So now it sits rusting even faster till we can get it fixed. Chrysler accepts no responsibility. Of course this is a common issue and i'm glad there's a class action lawsuit on this! it has 120,000 miles and to think the engine could drop out while she's driving kids around. That could kill everyone including other drivers around her. This will be my last chrysler/dodge/jeep vehicle and my kids will never own one. It's not my first, and i've had major issues with every single one. My fords and chevy's have never fallen apart like chrysler/dodge does.
Severe subframe rot, engine could possibly fall out.
Engine cradle (subframe) was rusted thru. Chrysler had an extended warranty for this item on my vehicle. It was replaced for $100.00 co-pay. Also afected was the lower front motor mount, it was also replaced at adjusted cost.owners ofpacific's should be aware of this problem. It also is the rear engine support, and lower suspension components are conected to it.
Dealer reported on 8/15/2017 that my car has an engine cradle problem.there are holes in the cradle now due to rusting.he also told me it is a safety problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an oil change, the contact was informed that the k member had severe corrosion and needed to be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.
I was told by my mechanic yesterday that the engine cradle frame on my car is cracked and that chrysler knows about this issue but is not doing anything about it.all or a lot of the chrysler pacifica's 2005 are having this happen.i looked this issue up on the internet and am amazed at how many other complaints are out there about this issue and chrysler is still not doing anything about it?i could have been driving down the highway a week ago with my daughter and my engine could have fallen out!chrysler knows this is happening with the pacifica's and is not saying anything to the owners or trying to help them fix the problem? being a single parent raising a child on my own does not leave me many options, but to drive the pacifica with my child in it knowing the engine could fall out at any time until i can save enough money to get the frame replaced or buy a different vehicle.
Vehicle brought in for state safety inspection. During visual inspection of vehicle, obvious hole in frame found due to rust/corrosion. Vehicle is not covered under 6 week window chrysler corporation currently covers. Vehicle is unsafe, fails state safety inspection and at this time owner will bear cost.
While operating my 2005 chrysler pacifica limited edition i heard a loud clunking, popping, sound coming from my front end, which was exacerbated when i turned either left, or right.also, i have a constant shaking which i feel through my steering wheel, which becomes more pronounced while i am braking.anytime i drive over any type of bump, pothole, or even just an uneven road surface it clunks.it sometimes makes a clunking sound even when i am operating on an even road surface.as i start pulling away from a stopped position, i often feel, and hear a jerking & lugging, which sounds like the engine is moving around inside the sub frame (engine mounts).i brought the vehicle to a local independent mechanic who informed me that the sub frame was so rotted, that the control arm has pulled off of the sub frame.he also stated that the part of the sub frame that holds the engine in place, is so rotted that the engine could actually break free from the vehicle, and could result in a serious crash.he showed me several holes, where the sub frame has actually rotted completely through, and i am able to see out the other side of the metal.he said that it would cost me thousands of dollars to replace the rotted parts.i am a stage 4 terminal cancer patient, and need my vehicle to travel back & forth, 60+ miles, for the treatments necessary to keep me alive.i am not able to work, and therefore cannot afford to pay the costs required to repair, and/or replace the rotted parts on my vehicle, as well as the damage that the rotted parts have caused to other parts of my auto.i had another mechanic check my vehicle, for a second opinion.he told me that there is no way that this is normal wear, rusting, or rot, for a vehicle that is not even 9 years old.he said exterior body panel rust, or rot could be very possible, but definitely not rot in the sub frame.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica touring and i took it to the dealer to find out the engine cradle is rotted. I did some investigating and this is a know safety issue with the 2004 and 2005 chrysler pacifica's. Chrysler refuses to help in this issue. They really aren't standing behind the product.
Subframe cracked rust bolt motor mount missing unsafe to drive.
During routine wheel alignment i was told that they cannot perform due to the excessive engine cradle rust and that the vehicle was not safe to drive.
Nhtsa please notice how many people have submitted this problem. Over 50 just since this january. Subframe corrosion to the point the mechanic didn't even think it should be driven home. Engine, transmission, front wheels could all fall at any moment. Why hasn't anyone done anything about this? i see over 50 people have complained about this very problem since only this january. Luckily we noticed it, hate to think of all the other pacifica drivers out there that have no idea the danger they are in. What will it take? one death? two deaths? how many people, chrysler? this is obviously a major problem and needs to be fixed at no cost to the consumer. Who has $2500 to repair their car? not us. Will be contacting chrysler to no avail i'm sure but worth a try.
Sub frame rusted out, declared unsafe to drive.
Took vehicle to mechanic for routine maintenance. Upon inspecting the underside of the vehicle the subframe of the vehicle is rusting and has holes some as large as three to four inches in diameter.
When i drive my car i can hear my engine hitting the walls of my car. It is loose and also the breaks abs light is on throughout my drive. If it is not on than the breaks slide.
We took our car in to locate a possible leak and while investigating the leak, our repair shop noticed a golf ball size hole and rust on the passenger cradle arm and reccommended us not to drive. After researching i have found we are not the only owners of the 2005 chrysler pacifica with this issue.
Extensive undercarriage rust was found during a routine oil change. This rust effects themotor bolts as well as motor support carriage. The mechanic has advised that the car is not safe to drive. The car has 81,268 miles and has been well maintained. Upon investigation, i discovered this problem has been consistently reported by owners of this vehicle. The car has been used to transport children on the highway and after examining the rust damage chrysler should have notified owners of this serious safety risk and should be responsible for the repair.
On 9/10/2014 my wife was in a minor fender bender and our 2005 chrysler pacifica had to be taken away on a flatbed tow truck. Upon inspection of damage to our front end from the accident the body shop informed they found that our vehicle was unsafe to drive. In addition to the damage and upon my shock and horror they found our passenger side subframe/engine cradle was almost completely rusted out!!! the cost to repair/replace the subframe and labor will be $1500!!! i am in the process of having them replace it because my wife and 2 small children are in this suv daily. I'm thankful that this was found now before it was too late and something god awful would have happened. I'm in the process of talking with chrysler and am looking for assistance in this matter. Thank you for your help.
While in for repairs, our mechanic diagnosed that the engine cradle of our 2005 chrysler pacifica touring awd sports tourer 4-dr has rusted almost completely through and advised that the vehicle is unsafe to drive without immediate repairs. According the mechanic, the engine cradle supports both the engine and the front steering/suspension assembly components, that could cause the driver to lose control upon failure, and cause a crash.after conducting research on various websites, i found that numerous consumers/owners of pacifica models manufactured between 2004 and 2006 are reporting this issue and chrysler is aware of this specific problem and listed it as a possible defective part. In response, chrysler has issued an extended warranty, limited to certain states (which they refer to as 'salt belt states") covering repairs for this problem. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where we purchased it, examined and submitted a request to chrysler for coverage, which was denied. We were told that our vehicle was not covered because we did not live in one of these defined "salt state zones". Despite offering to provide evidence from kydot and local county transportation offices verifying that our area does in fact experience a high volume of roadway salt use, chrysler continues to deny extending any coverage for the affected vehicle. Given the seriousness of the problem, and the large number of consumers potentially affected, i would ask that nhtsa & odi conduct an independent investigation and negotiate with chrysler to broaden the coverage to include any pacifica exhibiting signs of this defect.
When driving the vehicle it shakes on passenger side some awful, scary too feels like its gonna fall down on the street or the tire is gonna fall off.
Engine cradle rusting out on passenger side. No help from dealer or chrysler customer care. They have known about this problem for some time. So many of these vehicles are still on the road and people do not realize they are driving a death trap. Cant imagine what would happen at 70 mph and the engine falls out.
Vehicle inspection revealed cradle was rusted through an is a road hazard.
Our sus in is rusted would not pass inspection pensionwitch holds the engine needs replaced we count on this carit is not safe to drive
I wanted to bring to your attention a safety condition with certain years on the chrysler pacifica.many of the pacificas engine cradles are severely rusted; to the point of if a break occurs the engine will fall out of the vehicle. This issue is mainly on years 2004-2005.(i own a 2005 model with severe rusted engine cradle.)the estimated cost of this repair is between $2,500 and $3,000.i have contacted chrysler several times about this safety issue, the 1st time was nov of 2013 with the most recent being 4/1/2014. Chrysler just says ?we?re looking into it?. (ref case# 24293830)i have contacted the minnesota attorney general who sent a letter to chrysler, but they declined coverage on my pacifica.i have also filed a complaint with the national highway traffic safety administration.chrysler has acknowledged this issue by extending the warranty on certain build dates, (see letter below):checkout an nbc news report on this issue:www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html.my vehicle has been diagnosed by two mechanics, one of which is roseville chrysler-jeep. And both agree that the engine cradle must be replaced. My vehicle is in perfect condition. The rusted engine cradle would never be noticed by a common person. Someone could have this issue and not know it unless a mechanic would happen to notice it. Luckily mine did!in light of the recent gm issues with ignorance of the power steering issue i would think that chrysler would try and get ahead of this serious safety issue.[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
My mechanic informed me that the engine cradle on my car is completely rotted out and is a serious issue which is a fatality hazard.he gave me a copy of chrysler "extended warranty period" written notice for this issue for pacifica model years 2004-2005.i called them and they stated that i'm not covered because my car was built in 8/04 and not between 3/04-4/04.the notice does not state that the cars need to be built in a particular month.their statement makes no sense to me and i think they are lying. All of the signs of their notice is what i have have been experiencing for over a year, the "corrosion resulting in drivability vibration and/or shake." could you please help me i love my car but can't afford the repair cost and they need to stand by their awareness of the defect and written warranty coverge notice.the notice is labeled as "[xxx]".thank you.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Front engine cradlethere was a letter sent by chrysler back in november of 2010 that "we are extending the warranty period on your front engine cradle because some vehicles operated in areas of high road salt usage, may experience engine cradle corrosion resulting in a driveability vibration and or shake.this engine cradle extended warranty coverage applies to chrysler pacifica model years 2004-2005."i have called chrysler twice and was told that my car is not in the serial number range and i just paid over $2450 to have my car repaired.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While undergoing routine maintenance, the certified mechanic diagnosed that the engine cradle was fractured and had severe rust. The cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.updated 01/05/16*ljupdated 02/14/17.
Severely rusted sub frame. I purchased this car new. Chrysler has know about the problem for years but i was never notified me to periodically inspect the sub frame. If a mechanic hadn't noted the hazard iwould be in grave danger continuing to drive the car. With only 35,000 miles on the car, and the car looking in pristine condition, i never expected this kind of problem.
Have been hearing and feeling knocking noise in front suspension. Found rusted out engine cradle with stress cracks right at the connection to control arm on passenger side. Car is to dangerous to drive. This is a defective design by chrysler which they should cover.
I took my 05 pacifica in for inspection. I was told will not pass because my subframe is rusted with holes and very dangerous to drive. Chrysler did acknowledge this defect and extended the warranty to 10 yrs 150000 miles. Then layer revised it to manufacture date of 6 weeks. I fell short 7 days of this so i am not covered. Evidently the same faulty material was used. I am beyond upset how chrysler is aloud to manufacture a vehicle that is dangerous, and could have killed me or my family. Why do i have to wait for enough complaints in order for chrysler to step up and handel. Not only is my subframe rotted, my motor mounts also are for the second time in in a few years. No one needs their subframe nor motor mounts changed more then once in a vehicle 10 yrs old unless it's a defect in material. I am now without a car, or the thousands of dollars to fix. I also was told these parts are national backorder...hmmm i wonder why. Why does it take someone to get the story on the news for chrysler to step up. This is outrageous, all these complaints of the same issue. Please look into this. Most chrysler owners don't know to put in a complaint here. Think of the hundreds that never did. How many is considered enough please, i need my vehicle. Thank you
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the front end suspension was unstable. There were no warning indicators illuminated. An independent mechanic replaced the rack and pinion, provided an alignment more than three times, and replaced the shock absorber and upper and lower control arms on both sides; however, the failure continued. The vehicle swayed left and right, which caused the contact to apply force to maneuver the steering wheel to control the direction of the vehicle. The manufacturer had not issued any recalls for the suspension. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
After taking our 2005 pacifica to a chrysler dealership to be looked at for rattling and knocking noises in the front end and complaints of the car sounding like it was going to fall apart, especially when driving over bumpy roads; i was advised that the engine cradle, subframe, sway bar links and frame bushings needed to be replaced due to rust and corrosion. The cost would be between $3000.00 and $4500.00.we were advised the car was very unsafe to drive. We asked the dealership to take pictures of the front end when they put it up on the lift. When we received the pictures via email, we were horrified by what we saw. We were grateful that we were not involved in what could have been a tragic accident had we not taken the car in to be looked at. We wondered why this happened as we have 3 other cars older than this car. They have been inspected and do no have this problem. After some investigating we have found out this is a common problem with this vehicle, year and make and chrysler is well aware of it, they have no plans to do a recall or advise owners of the problem, or at least not until there is a fatality or some horrific accidentdue to this faulty product chrysler is putting in their vehicles. We have lost all faith inchrysler.they must think very little of human life.
I have maintained this vehicle extremely well. No visible rust on body, vehicle appears to be in excellent condition. I took vehicle in for routine maintenance and the technician stated that the engine cradle and passenger side sub frame is nearly rusted in half. I was shocked because it is not my primary winter vehicle, and salt exposure is minimal. The technician explained that it is not safe to drive the vehicle because of the risk of drive train falling out when the engine cradle fails to support the engine and transmission. Also, the car could break in half if the sub frame fails. How can a vehicle that has been well maintained, looks and drives like new, be unsafe because it isn't structurally sound. The vehicle is driven only about 10000 miles per year. An online search revealed that this is a known issue on this make/model. I cannot understand how this vehicle is not recalled. I have been driving this vehicle, thinking it would keep my family and i safe. This is very dangerous, and millions of people are undoubtedly driving chrysler pacificas that are not structurally safe. I hope that the nhtsa will investigate this.
Front suspension/engine cradle rusted out
2005 chrysler pacifica touring has rusted engine cradle.for some reason this car is not covered for the recall but it clearly is affected by what ever the manufacturer failed to complete on car to ensure it would remain safe. I have a big whole and motor could fall out. I need help on trying to get expensive item paid for.the suspension is horrible all issues just not a good car at all.
In june of 2010 my wives 2005 chryslerpacificawith about 63000 miles began to make funny noises from the front end it was taken to her uncle who is a mechanic. Upon inspection he noticedthat the engine cradle had several large holes rusted through the cradle, one was so large that it was 6" x 3" he stated that this is not normal for apart to rust like this and should take it to the dealer where we bought it so the following day we took to roberts chrysler and told that this is not a safety issue and they would replace the craddle for $3500 and when i asked about other pacificas with the same issue is was told that this part is only covered in high salt areas of the us . I live in connecticut. So i contacted chrysler andgave them the vin number and was told that my car was not covered by any warranty. I had then searched online again found many many pacificas with the same issue and severalpacificas that had there registrations pulled because the state inspections would not allow these pacificas on the roads because the engines will fall out if this is not a safety issue then what is ? since then the car has had to have the entire front end replaced including ball joint both sides upper and lower all tie rods. In may 2013 my wife called me and told me that she had broken down on the highwaydoing about 65mph and was stuck in the travel lane and lost the steering and she could not turn the wheel the ct state police arrived andthe could see the that she had to really fight to turn the wheel i anydirection. We called aaa and was able to get the car off to the shoulder
I bought this car in 2011 all i have had with this car is problems after problems. First i was driving and the car stopped running it was something electrical then now my sub frame is no good it is rotted out rust all over the sub frame and i have two little girls in my car all the time and to top it off i'm still paying on this car to the bank what do i do not. I need someones help this is to much money for one person to pay when this was not my doing it was the car makers doing.
2005 chrysler pacifica with 82,144 miles;broken motor mounts with failure of both front axles and tie rod ends.
In july 2009, during the vehicle safety inspection, the first signs that the engine cradle was rusted and even perforated in some places were reported. Now, it is getting worse and worse,vibrations can be felt when driving and great concerns are made on this vehicle safety.updated 12/08/14
I took my car into to have a motor mount replaced when my mechanic called me and told my that the frame or engine cradle was rusted out. He took some pictures and there are holes in thecradle. He advised me not to put anymore money into this car. I researched this online and found many complaints about this problem. I called chrysler and they said they could not help me. I'm ready to file a complaint with state attorneys office as i think this is criminal that chrysler will not recall this car and fix this common problem!
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states defective airbag *tgwthe consumer stated the air bag light illuminated in september 2009. Also,there were problems with the transmission control module, brakes, wheel sensors, a clogged throttle body and for the past 18 months there has been a popping sound coming from the left side of the steering components. The dealership made repairs three times, but the popping sound eventually came back.the drive shaft was replaced three time and the rack and pinion was replaced three times.
During routine yearly state inspection, inspector found that engine cradle was rotted out.. The engine cradle has big hole on right side from rot. I have been told by numerous body shops that this part of frame should never rust through.
Engine cradle or k-frame rusted to the point of the vehicle not being safe to drive.had to be replaced in order to continue to use the vehicle
Car was taken to local repair shop for minor front end work. Mechanic reported that there was rusting of the cradle and that it would have to be replaced. Cost estimated @ $2,000. Spoke to dealer and chrysler customer service and was told that the service bulletin covered cars made 2/23/2004 through 3/31/2004. Mine was made 3/14/2005. This was an executive car that i bought used with 18,000 miles on it. Now has 126,000.there are many complaints about this issue and it does not seem credible that the problem stopped on 3/31/2004. I have been a loyal chrysler customer so, maybe that will help based upon some other items i have read.
Our regularmechanic has determined that the undercarriage ofmy car is rustedand rotted to the point where it is unsafe to drive . Car was brought in due to electrical failure asmentioned above . I have never received recall notices. I spoke witha chryslerrep today and there isnothingwe can dobecause its not with in the recall time frame .
Took my vehicle in to have a small radiator leak checked out and an oil change as i am planning a trip from sw michigan to chicago in a week. Much to my surprise, shock and dismay the mechanic told me that my cars frame and engine suspension is badly rusted and the engine can fall out of my car at any given time. As i drive my car for my job and also help take my grandchildren to and from school i am sickened by this news. Then to find out (i bought my car used) that chrysler did a recall but then rescinded the recall really made me angry. I am now stuck with a car i cannot/should not drive and there is no way i can afford to purchase another vehicle. I will never buy a chrysler product again. Shame on you chrysler to not stand behind your product.
The engine cradle is rusting out causing a safety issue. The rest of the car is in excellent shape
While replacing a set of tires at a local shop, the service manager informed me of a rusted engine support frame.he also stated the danger of the engine falling out of the vehicle.the vehicle has been well maintained at the local chrysler dealership with maintenance and inspection reports every 3000 miles.never once has this rusted frame been reported at the chrysler dealership!the last service report during an oil change stated, "checked over everything looked ok".the dealership has reported other maintenance and repair issues but never this one.is chrysler trying to hide this potential safety problem?i've been a long term owner of chrysler products and never had a problem with a rusted-out engine support.the car currently sits in our garage with my wife refusing to drive the vehicle because of the potential safety issue.
Last year at time of inspection my repair guy said the subframe looked good - he had seen a lot of complaints about them lately. This year is a whole different story - the subframe is rusting out even though my car has the electronic rust inhibitor installed since i bought in 2007. I called to check my vin and of course no recalls are listed. For the amount of complaints you would think that they would revisit this issue.
I recently changed my own oil on this vehicle. When i was underneath of it i observed 1 medium sized rust hole thru the subframe and 2 smaller rust holes in the subframe. This is an issue with these vehicles after i further looked into the issue that others were having with this vehicle. I have pictures of this issue. This is known as cradle rot. The lower motor mount of the engine is bolted into this subframe. And if continues to get worse the engine can fall out of the vehicle. Not only i have 3 holes in it there is a lot of rust on this subframe that looks could be more of an issue in the years to come. I do not understand thru all the years of being under vehicles this is by far one of the worse i have ever seen. I do not feel safe now driving this car. Especially with my family in it. This car may be 10yrs old but has low miles and is in very good condition. You would never know by looking at this vehicle inside and out that there is something majorly wrong underneath it, unless you yourself crawled under it. And the vehicle has always been garage kept.
Vehicle engine cradle sub-frame is rotting through and nearly separating one portion from another. This will at some point in time fail in a catastrophic manner. This defect seems to be well documented on numerous web sites and fiat chrysler group is aware of this problem and makes like the problem is with only a very limited number of vehicles which is clearly not the case. They have an extended warranty of note for this very problem, but is limiting it to a very few cars manufactured between a very limited timeframe from late 2004 to early 2005, all others are excluded in spite of the fact that numerous pacifica's are noted as having this problem.this repair is an approx. $3000 repair that chrysler is ignoring the safety of the owners and families of these cars and those driving around them.
My chrysler pacifica was diagnosed with a bad engine cradle, cradle is rusted, has a long rust hole about 7 inches long, will need a cradle replacement, frame is unsafe. Some 04's-05's were recalled for same problem, mine wasn't included in the recall for some reason, i'm having the same problem everyone else is. Contacted chrysler and said there wasn't anything they could do for me, its definitely a safety issue.
Subframe of the engine cradle. I was told during last inspection (april 2016) that the subframe of the engine cradle is rusted. The same was confirmed on 3/18/17 at firestone service center, bensalem, pa. It's repair will cost a significant amount and it is not safe to drive as the the engine may fall out. It is a very high safety risk.
Engine cradle/frame assembly is severley rusted. This was detected by conrad's located in green, ohio 10/23/14 when servicing the vehicle. It is verified by duanne's automotive center, north canton, ohio 10/25/14. Chrysler never sent me a recall notification for the rust condition. It was a recall item. It is very dangerous. It is costing me in excess of $1200.00 (parts and labor to install used cradle assembly - new is not available for purchase) to replace.
Purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica from private party. Was not told about frame being rusted right through. Went to drive the car and could not drive. Was so scared and i was not safe. Brought to mechanic and was told engine cradle was rotted and the car was not drive-able and is not safe. I called chrysler and they refused to pay for the part to be fixed. I live in a high salt band state in ny and it should be covered as the letter that was sent out in 2011 stated it should have been covered. Now i have no vehicle and it would cost over $4500 to be fixed. Chrysler should have to recall these cars and fix the problem. We can die from this huge problem. The engine will just fall out of the car. I am really hoping that nhtsa will do something about this.
I was having my oil changed yesterday and the technician pointed out a badly rotted and cracked subframe on the passenger side.the subframe is only rotted and cracked on one side and in one spot which leads me to believe this is due to a manufacturer defect.i have contacted chrysler and was told there is no recall and then my call was disconnected.
I took my car into a garage in waterford,ct for suspension problems. On raising it, he found that the sub-frame is rotting badly due to rust. There are several holes in the frame and he told me it was dangerous to drive. I contacted dodge and they have opened a case - 22909122they asked me to take it into a chrysler dealership which i am doing tomorrow. They will pass on an inspection report.
A letter was sent to some 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica owners that the front engine cradle and suspension mount frame warranty was being extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles to owners in states that use road salt because off corrosion problems. They go on to carelessly explain that if your are not experiencing vibration and shaking you need to do nothing-- by the time its that bad its almost to late!mine was not shaking but i had my pacifica inspected any way and found rust holes in front frame, one was the size of my fist and on the other side may be three or four fingers wide. I stopped driving the vehicle immediately and called the phone #listed on the notification letter twice, both times they denied a problem because it was not listed as a recall on their web site and besides my vehicle did not fall into the vin block ?? there are cases listed on the internet where state dmv inspection stations have failed these vehicles because they were unsafe to drive because of frame corrosion. I am having the engine cradle replaced at my expense. How can a manufacturer have such a flippant attitude about a known serious safety issue? does this fall under a hidden warranty or recall.
Upon taking car in for routine nys inspection was informed of severe engine cradle rot. Estimated repair $4000. Car has less than 114k milesand is only 9 years old. I cant afford to repair and even though i have opened a case with chrysler they are not willing to help me. Chrysler admits issue when they offered extension of warranty on 2004 and 2005 models but refuses to issue a recall or fix the problem at their cost. Owners are stuck with a costly repair option . Chrysler should be addressing this safety issue .
I recently purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica i got my vehicle into the shop to have the air conditioner fixed. I received a call from the shop telling me my vehicle was unsafe to drive that the subframe in the front is rusted through. After doing some research this is an ongoing problem with pacifica engine cradles the cost to fix it will be 4,000 that's what i paid for the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the vehicle lost power steering and there was a loud clunky noise under the vehicle.the vehicle was merged to the side of the road where he noticed that the suspension cradle was hanging under the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician has not been able to diagnose the failure.the manufacturer was notified of the defect.the approximate failure mileage was 99,000.
I took my car into to have a suspension check o replaced the strurss when my mechanic called me and told my that the frame or engine cradle was rusted out. He took some pictures and there are holes in the cradle. He advised me not to put anymore money into this car.
This is the second 2005 pacific that the rocker under the car is cracked and rusted away. I tookbthe car into monroe on jonestown rd harrisburg pa and they explained to me that it is so rusted that the motor will fall out and they wouldn't even do an oil change for me because they didn't want to damage it any farther.
I took my car in for an oil change and was told my engine cradle is rusted and repairs could cost between 4000 - 5000. I called chrysler and was told me vehicle was not included in the extended warranty coverage. I have seen multiple complaints about this issue yet they refuse to acknowledge there is a problem.this is a serious condition and could result in the engine falling out. Very dangerous and would like to get help addressing this problem.
Brought my vehicle in to my trusted local repair shop for a review and tune up and request to review rotors due to vehicle shake. When on the lift, it was discovered that the entire engine cradle was rusted to a point where it was barely attached to the vehicle. Initial technical service bulletins published (12-001-10 in oct 2010) state that this condition could affect all 2004 - 05 pacificas. It was later superceded by the current bulletin 13-001-12 dated march 16, 2012 which limits affected population to an ~6 week range of vins, which my car does not fall under and i have been told that i am out of warranty. Comparing photos to other complaints as well as the story on nbcchicago.com (see reference story below), my vehicle condition and the material defect is undeniably the same as what chrysler is currently considering as the "affected population" and is at a point where my vehicle has been considered unsafe to drive. This condition is extremely unsafe and i have been met with 4 months worth of arguments and side stepping from chrysler customer care at this time regarding acknowledgement of the material defect, the safety implications to myself, my family and other drivers of this model, and especially the $2,600 quote to replace the cradle and hardware at a chrysler dealership, which effectively scraps my vehicle. I am aghast that all of the complaints filed for this condition on this site and elsewhere have not resulted in a more through review of this clear trend from the nhtsa. References:http://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html.
After doing a major repair of $800 on my car for a new water pump and timing chain. I was told that my cradle holding the engine in place could drop any minute because of the rust. My mechanic informed me that he would not recommend driving this vehiclebecause at anytime the egine and steringcolom could fall out any monent.the cradle hold these items in were rusted out so bad.. I looked online and noticed there was many people complaining of this. Let's get something done before someone dies. Thank you my mechanic toke pictures of all this rust. But i was unable to get them. But i'm sure i'm not the first to complain. Please reconsider this recall. Thank you.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the vehicle began to shake violently while the speedometer revved. The contact stated that an unknown code was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and i was experiencing problems with a clicking noise and shifting coming from underneath the front end of my car. Upon inspection by my mechanic it became clear that the "engine cradle" or subframe was completely rotted through withvisible corrosion. Upon further investigation, i discovered that this "engine cradle" corrosion problem has been acknowledged by chrysler and an extended warranty was issued to repair this part for 2004 and 2005 pacifica's. Extended warranty letter id is: 0004617/#45543/x26...however, when i contacted chrysler, i was informed that based on the vin # of my car, i did not qualify for chryslers extended warranty for this issue, the letter chrysler issued for this extended warranty clearly states that it covers 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica's, and even though i fall within the model year, geographical region, and the 10yr/150,000mile guidelines of extended warranty, chrysler claims that my 2005 was not manufactured within some narrow manufacturing window to qualify for this extended warranty.
Our vehicle has 88,000 miles and it just failed a safety inspection because the engine cradle is rotting/rusted and the engine is in jeopardy of falling out of the car.the dealer (good brothers dodge) acknowledges the safety concern and that chrysler has had problems with these.they supplied a $3,200 estimate to repair.according to the dealer, the engine could fall out while driving down the road and the vehicle shouldn't be driven.there appears to be a pending class-action lawsuit regarding this very issue and chrysler unwillingness to acknowledge and take responsibility for the defect and safety hazard.
2005 chrysler pacifica engine cradle is rusted out and the engine could fall out of the car. I find the car to beunsafe to drive. That is the only thing is rusted out on the car, this needs to be fix by chrysler.
Bought this car used from a dealer owned the car for approx 8 months we were making a right hand turn heard this really loud noise and the car would no longer run. We were told the subframe and motor mounts were broken. Now 1 1/2 years later my car has been acting very strange the transmission is slipping the car wont go if you step on the gas and my mechanic has informed me that once again i have broken motor mounts. I have owned this car for almost 3 years and have only put about 30,000 miles on it this should not be happening.
Went to have vibration in the front checked and the mechanic discovered the big hole from the rot on the engine cradle went to a local body shop to get repaired . A new cradle is 3600 $ a used one is 600 we opted to order a used one and hopefully my wife and children and grandchildren will be safe. No thanks to chryslers negligence in ignoring the issues . They seem to forget who made them a company the consumer.
I was driving on the highway going about 55 (mph) when i went over a pothole. After that my car started making a rattling noise. My mechanic checked the car and said it was the rack and pinion but then he discovered that the whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded and told me it was very dangerous for me to drive the vehicle until i made the proper repaired which is replacing the entire engine cradle.
The engine sub frame has and is rusted out.
I just bought the car end of may 2013,when ever i hit speeds 45 or above i get shaking from front end.brought to garage had tires balanced, still did it so i went back. Had all 4 tiers rotated and balanced.seemed better but as my speed increased and more i drive it gets worst.i feel very unsafe driving,it feels like wheels are coming off.i do a lot of driving and with my dogs and grandchildren almost daily.can't afford to fix expensive issue when making weekly payments on my new/used car. At a loss of problem and resolving it.can i bring it to manufacturer or garage and make chrysler pay for the problems from what ever the obvious defects are?
The engine craddle is rusting out and needs replaced and chrysler will do nothing about it and its not just in my car but alot of other pacificas
Just got new tires no mention, they used floor jacks. Getting new front struts and rear wheel spindles (getting ready for winter) and my mechanic showed me the cradle rot and said he wouldn't touch it and explained the safety issues related.cost potentially associated with repair. Cost to repair is more than the vehicle is worth.
I am the original owner of 2005 chrysler pacific. I sent my car to a local garage today and was told the front sub frame was completed rusted and not safe to drive. I called chrysler and was told my card is out of the cut off window for x26 recall. However it is the same problem as stated in the recall letter, and chrysler is not willing to compensate any thing. 82,000 mile on my car.
Popping/clicking upon turning, stopping, taking off- had car just 2 days and had to bring back to dealer- read all of the service bulletins, and safety recalls, defects and complaints - found it to be the power transfer unit - ptu - seems that this is a problem with 2005 pacificia's. Dealer had 3 days. Internal side molding on psg 2nd door defective / pulling away from frame / exterior back black panels faded already/ wet carpet on driverside floor - smells/mildew car is new!
I took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in for a oil change and safety inspection and was informed that my subframe/ engine cradle has rusted through and is no longer safe to drive the car is less than 10 years old...this is very unsafe as i drive this car everyday with 2 kids any help would be appreciated. The service agent working on my car said we were lucky it has not fallen out yet and had a serious accident.
I have had my vehicle since 2008. I took it in for a oil change and was told that the subframe/engine cradle was rotted and unsafe. I live in oh. And was told by chrysler, since my vehicle was originally sold in az. That it is not covered to have the engine cradle replaced. The vehicle is a 2005 and have been in a "salt state" for 5 years. I located a letter online that was sent out and it doesn't state where the vehicle was purchase would be covered, but place of operation. To me 5 years of oh winters and salt has been the place of operation. After searching out the problem concerning the engine cradle, i have found that it has been a big problem.
During an oil change, massive rust was found in the engine craddle, sub frame. Failure of these parts would be catastrop.chrysler has acknowledged this problem with a small subset of these cars but clearly applies to all as similar symptoms are showing in cars outside the group sleected for relief.this is wrong, this is not safe, this is not fair.
My very well kept 2005 pacifica failed inspection at my local mechanic due to a completely rotted cross member frame. Substantial rotting in multiple spots. Many holes. Took car to chrysler dealer and they inspected car and told me they had never seen a worse frame. Quoted me in writing, $5779.98 to repair!!! opened a case with chrysler to find out if they would do anything for me. Yea right. They even went as far as to say the dealer said they only gave me a parts list, not a quote. Liars!said it was normal wear and tear in new york. Cars built from 2/23/04-3/31/04 were given an extension to 150,000 miles warranty for such problem. Chrysler knows about this problem and are not taking responsibility for it. Needs to be a recall! i am going to repair with used cross member for 1500.00 and i'm selling it afterwards. Do not want any part of chrysler again!
The passenger side and driver side lower control arms have both been replaced within one month of each other. Car still shimmies and steering wheel vibrates on speeds over 50 mph. I thought that by replacing the lca's it would resolve this issue, but now i feel less safe in this vehicle, especially on the highway.called chrysler, e-mailed chrysler numerous times regarding this vehicle.asked that it be replaced under the lemon law or shaken faith doctrine, but as of now, no offer of replacement. Had this vehicle 86 days, and it has been out of service for 26 of them/ 30% plus of the time. Have already filed 3 previous complaints with nhtsa.
Purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica limited 4 years ago. Currently 109,000 miles.. Had been hearing a clunky noise for a short time took it in to get checked😔 mechanic came back with ghastly news. Tie rods,bushings, water pump,rear axle shaft oilseal and worst of all cradle was rusting through. Over $7000.00 to fix all. I thought i would faint. No way could i do all the repairs. Upon reading all complaints chrysler should fix the rustimg problem. Shame on them for letting these cars on the road knowing this could happen to families purchasing their vehicles and possibly having a fatal accidemt occuring when the engine falls out.
I took my car into the dealer where i purchased it and have it reg. Service i was looking to have a oil change and a sticker. They changed my oil 29.00 and rejected my car for a rotted frame and told i should not drive it. Service manager also told me they chrysler would pay for the part $4500.00 and labor but i was responsible for $300.00 ded. And all the parts that needed to be replaced if any were damaged, motor mounts etc. No loaner or rental this was not my bad the car was great till that day i have a $5000.00 loanand over $5000.00 worth of work to get a sticker. When i went in to sch. Work they said deal off, part was sent back i cried for real.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and going over a bump, she heard a loud noise in the front end. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. After diagnosis, the contact was advised that the front driver and passenger side struts were weak and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired for the front struts. Immediately after having the repairs done, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000. The current mileage was approximately 95,000. The vin was unavailable.
Due to failure of the corrosion protection on the engine cradle rust has created holes in the cradle that supports the engine.over certain rough roads there is a knocking sound.
Reference tsb 13.001-12, 2005 chrysler pacifica suspension service bulletin, and nhtsa action number 10044109. A letter was sent to some 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica owners that the front engine cradle and suspension mount frame was prone to corrosion problems. The warranty was extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles to owners in states that use road salt, cold weather states. We live in pennsylvania, which is considered a cold weather state. Our pacifica was inspected in april 2014. We informed the station that we were experiencing some vibration in the front end of the vehicle. We were informed that the cradle assembly and mount was rusted through and because of safety issues they had to be replaced before it would pass inspection. The cost was $2,702.08.the vehicle had 122,638 miles, under the warranty threshold of 150,000. When we learned of this situation we called chrysler. They informed me that only pacifica's manufactured between a certain time frame were covered. They could not tell me the time frame, but our vehicle was not covered. To make matters worse, the new cradle assembly is exactly the same as the original part. No corrective actions have been taken to prevent the rusting. There are other cases similar to mine on the internet. State dmv?s are failing these vehicles for safety issues, they are unsafe to drive. How can chrysler ignore these serious safety issues? i am requesting full reimbursement of $2,702.08, plus request action be taken against chrysler so that all 2004-2005 pacifica's are repaired before serious accidents occur, if they haven't already.
Own a 2005chrysler pacifica limited fully loaded whichwas purchased new. The car was built in august 2004. I took it in for inspection in december 2013 and it was discovered the engine cradle supporting the engine was badly corroded and would need replaced to pass inspection and is a safety issue. Chrysler has acknowledged this defect in cars made in a 6 wk period and awarded an extended warranty to these vehicles but not mine.. This is a design flaw in the cheap material used in production and i should given the extended warranty. My wife and grandchildren were at riskwhile driving it and didn't know it i am a decoratedveteran and will be contacting the president, mrs obama and initiating a class action lawsuit and the local newschannel.. I have no choice but to fix it but seek reimbursement for the extended warranty.chrysler needs to own up and do the right thing before some lives are lost. Core values: integrity first, service before self & excellence in all we do!you don't want to end up like gm do you?
I took my vehicle in for routine nys inspection and was told it wouldn't pass due to the bad subframe. The mechanic showed me the problem and i couldn't believe that the vehicle that i bought thinking it was a safe dependable vehicle was rotting out from underneath me! i've always performed required routine maintenance on it as i am a single working mother and need a safe reliable vehicle. I'm caught between a rock and a hard place because i can't afford to pay the $3,000 to fix it, to buy a new vehicle or to be without a car! i still owe on it and i can't drive it! is there anything you can do to make chrysler make this right?
Sub-frame is totally rotted out!!!!!!!!!!!
Exessive cradle rot or rust holding ip engine.makes it unsafe to drive.can put my hand in frame through rust hole.this was brought to my attention by northgate chrysler on colerain in cincinnati.the service manage says she sees a lot of this problem.
My sister took my vehicle in for service to add freon to have it ready for this summer.our mechanic drove the car in town and back to his shop and notice a rattling noise coming from my engine. He inspected it and notice the motor mounts are very worn out and the engine cradle cover was very loose which would be a safety hazard if i continue to drive my vehicle in that condition. Once he went in to replace the mount he notice they were in very poor quality and had no supported padding. As if the padding was very poor quality as to why they were worn out. I am lucky our mechanic notice this if not it would of jeopardize my road safety if i would of continue driving it. I did some research on line and notice other people have had the same problem and i truly believe this needs to be open again and be investigated. I find chrysler poor judgement of not notifying there customers of their 2004-2005 pacifica owners of this issue besides there corrosion engine cradle covers recall only for the 2004 pacifica and dismiss the 2005 pacifica yet at the time they were aware of the motor mounts poor quality and dismissing the issue. When yet in fact is still a safety issue for the 2005 pacifica of having poor quality motor mounts in there vehicles and knowing they had used poor quality products at that time. I do believe this would of cause my own safety if my mechanic did not notice this in my own vehicle. I want to make sure no one else is put in this situation for not knowing of this issue.i think a recall needs to be in place on the motor mounts for the 2005 chrysler pacifica's. It will prevent any future owners road safety if there were one in place. I am disappointedthat chrysler did not notify this to its 2005 pacifica owners of this road safety issue. I found a similiar complain listed as:nhtsa id number: 10044109
Driving down the street and the car started shaking and then something sounded like it snapped and the steering wheel was almost locked and could not steer. Had it towed to the mechanics and he said the under frame and the brackets attached from the chasis to the frame holding up the engine had broken off. I got home looked online and found out that there are a lot of complaints about rusting in the under frame and that it is a very unsafe condition.
I purchased a 2005 pacifica touring with awd in the summer of 2006. Three times my car has had difficulties when there was a dusting of snow blowing over the road.the 1st incident was on jan. 24 2007, the front end of my vehicle started to lose control and finally i went into a spin.i was in the left lane of a 2 lane road heading south.my car spun in front of the vehicle in the right lane, through the ditch, and finally ended up in the trees on the other side of the ditch.i suffered only minor injuries-neck sprain, but i took out a highway sign and a tree.damages to my car totaled over $11,000, i got it back from the body shop 1 month after the accident. The 2nd time i was by myself, the 3rd time i had my 1 year old daughter in the back seat, both times i wasn't driving fast, the second time it kept swaying even after slowing down to 30 mph. This has caused me a lot of concern so my husband started having to drive me to work during the winter months.now we are planning to sell the pacifica because of the poor gas mileage.i don't feel comfortable selling this vehicle without reassurance that there's nothing wrong with it. Recently the front end has started to make noise every once in a while also.it makes a low thudding sound that makes my ears feel like they're going to pop.my husband tried putting the car in neutral and turning the ignition off, but it still kept making the noise.it first started about 2 months ago and i've heard it three times, we've also had problems with the blinkers failing to turn off.
2005 chrysler pacifica 107000 miles rusted engine cradle.garage kept andserviced only at a chrysler dealership,service dept never told me the engine cradle was extremely rusted and cracked. After several calls and emails to chrysler corporation they refused to work out any financial assistance on repair bills.
Cross member under engine rusted all the way through
I'm one of the victim of the engine cradle rot, that occurs in the 2004 and 2005 pacifica.i found out about it when i jacked up the car to get under it,it was hidden.the failureof the cradle was 100%.it failed on the passenger's side of cradle and was rusted from frontto back
My daughters 2005 chrysler pacifica touring edition doesn't look bad physically and runs well but after routine tire rotation we were told and show that the cross member or subframe engine cradle is completely rusted and unsafe to drive. We were told by chrysler extended warranty only for those made 2-23 to 3-31-14 so can't assist. This is a good car but now unsafe and we don't have a ton of $ to sink into an older car.
Chrysler 2005 pacifica has significant engine cradle and other undercarriage rust issues.today at my auto repair shop i took several photographs of the rusted engine cradle, undercarriage and other suspension areas with heavy rusting.called chrysler care 1-800-247-9753 and they kindly told me there was nothing they can do to assist in the repair cost.numerous reports online of repairs being selectively reimbursed by chrysler.how many complaints are required for a recall to be issued or is a class action developing for this issue.thanks.
On november 12th 2013 , i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica to be inspected. I was told the vehicle could not pass inspection since the front sub frame was rotted and the vehicle should not be driven.i was also told rear sub frame bushings and the frame itself was weak.the car only has 127359 miles on it. This is unreal !!!!!!! i called chrysler to no avail. I was wondering has anyone thought class action suit ??
Cradle rot on the under carriage
I took my newly purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica to my mechanic to get the brakes serviced, and was told that the engine cradle was completely rusted out and the engine was in danger of falling out! my mechanic was extremely concerned (he is a friend and an honest mechanic who runs a very reputable repair and body shop in ottawa, ks). I called chrysler before i purchased the car to see if their were any recalls on it, and was told their was not. The car is otherwise in perfect condition, no damage and very little wear inside and out. It was clear to my mechanic that this was due to some defect in the vehicle, and should not happen on a 10 year old car that is in as good of condition as mind is with only 110000 miles on it. To have a new engine cradle put it, it would cost over $4000. I cannot afford that, so we are putting in a reconditioned one, inspected to make sure it has no wear or rust on it, and we are painting and putting additional undercoating on it as to prevent any such recurrences. After looking online, i have since learned this is a widespread problem, and is effecting a large number of owners, and is much more widespread than chrysler is willing to admit. I called them, and my car is supposedly not one effected in their 3-4 week window of production, yet it was completely rusted to the point of possibly causing a serious and even fatal car accident.
Rusted/rotted subframe/cradle.
Mechanic noticed rusted out sub-frame when doing regular service on vehicle. Told us it needs to be replaced.
The cradle mount for the engine has rusted making the vehicle unsafe to drive! this 2005 chrysler pacifica has very little body rust and the engine is in good condition. This problem is very common according to many mechanics i have visited. All of them say that the engine could fall out at any time.
My problems began on 10/03/05 @ 2,826 miles.since that time there have been a litany of problems through eighteenmonths.wheel sensors -6 were replaced. Front end noise like a rubbing sound.returned to dealer several times. Accelerator sticking. Returned to dealer several times each time they lubricated the linkage but after two weeks the problem continued. At this point nothing else was done concerning the accelerator. Next, problem a defective axle, replaced.power module replaced.doors would not lock and car would not start after installation of the power module.the car had to be towed to the dealer. It was repaired.parking brake assembly fell apart in the rear brakes as i was driving down the highway.parking brake assembly replaced by the dealer.front end vibration again brought to dealers attention.another wheel sensor replaced.on 5/24/07 brought my pacifica back to the dealer concerning the front end noise.they replaced the power steering pump on 5/30/07.on 6/04/07 returned to the dealer noise in front end still there.also, the accelerator still sticks.concerning the front end noise, they said that a power steering line was leaking and they repaired it.the accelerator butterfly was finally replaced after over a year of complaints.on 6/08/07 i returned the car because of the same noise in the front end every time you turn left or right.at this point they decided to replace the steering rack. I picked up the car on 6/14/07 the vibration rubbing noise was still there.i returned to the dealer on 6/15/07.the service manager told me that they could not fix the car and to take the car home and wait for chrysler to call.it has now been 6 weeks and they have not called.i have called the dealer several times for up dates ,they say that they do not have any information.chrysler's letter, dated 6/26/07 states, " we consider this matter closed," even though the car has still not been repaired.
Was informed by our mechanic that the front crossmember/engine cradle/k-frame had rusted through and that this was a common problem with this make/model/year vehicle.chrysler issued a recall due to this defect, but it only covered manufacturing dates up to march 31, 2004 and our vehicle was manufactured in june of 2004.i have seen that this continued to be a very common problem with vehicles after the march manufacture date and called chrysler to see what could be done as this is a very expensive repair of a known issue that had been recalled on other vehicles.chrysler stated that this was not covered by recall and there was nothing they were willing to do to assist us.
Went in for annual inspection on 2005 pacifica. Mechanic reported rusted sub frame; everything else is fine; mileage is about 130000. Service center informed me this is a known issue by chrysler. Excellent article on it too: http://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html. I called chrysler and they said my vehicle falls outside the narrow window they recalled so i am not eligible for any warranty. They could not give me any reason why the recall window was limited to a 6 week period. I have seen hundreds of similar complaints on this site and others. Unbelievable that this problem is not being addressed by chrysler. I will have to buy a new car and surely won't be buying a chrysler given my experience with this issue.
Found out in december 2013 getting tires, that engine cradle had serious rust and to watch it.engine light came on in january 2014, and car needed transmission work.mechanic took frame off and it rained rust particles from the horribly corroded engine cradle frame.called chrysler, wanting to speak with supervisor.i was told that a supervisor would call me within 24 hrs.never happened.called again a week later, and that operator found out my original message was never delivered to a supervisor.and now i"m waiting again for 24 hrs for someone to call me.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that there was an excessive rattling noise from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the upper and lower tie rods in addition to performing a front-end alignment. The mechanic also stated that the front sub frame was excessively corroded. The manufactured was made aware of the failure.the sub frame was not repaired. The failure mileage was 132,000. Updated 06/10/14*lj updated 06/13/2014
Violent shaking of 2005 chrysler pacifica. Took 2005 chrysler pacifica in for inspection and was told the engine cradle crossmember was rotted and the bolts that hold the power steering rack and engine up were missing. Mechanic told me he would not release the 2005 chrysler pacifica back to me because it was unsafe to drive. Called chrysler and they told me they would do nothing to repair it.
Had my car in to be serviced and they told me my engine cradle was rusted out and that it was dangerous to drive and that there was a recall on the 2004/2005 model year. So i brought it t the dealer and they said my car wasn't covered even though the letter i was given a copy ofdidn't specify anything but the 2004/2005 model year. So i called chrysler customer service and they said that my vehicle wasn't in the dates listed to be fixed yet i have theproblem they all are complaining about. So i was able to get a manager to look at the issue and they never called back. So i called them back last week because we are at the deadline of the of the recall and the are refusing the claim. This is a dangerous issue and have a car that's ready to break any day. Please help me get my car fixed and keep my family safe.
While i have heard some sounds from the suspension (front) for over a year, it was only this month (may 2014) that the problem was diagnosed. The engine cradle on my vehicle is rusted and has holes in it. Per the mechanic, it is unsafe to drive until it is fixed (which he estimated as costing in excess of $1,000). After doing a little research, i contacted chrysler only to find out that they would not cover this defect since my vehicle was manufactured in may 2004 and they only cover it for 10 yrs/150k miles for vehicles manufactured up through march 2004 (if in the "salt belt"). So while they acknowledge this specific problem, they would not apply the warranty because my manufacture date is two months beyond their cutoff date. Talking to auto mechanics and searching online seems to reveal that this is a significant problem with older pacificas. Based on this information, i strongly believe that chrysler should cover a defect like this since it is likely widespread (if not issue an actual recall like toyota did on their tacomas for rusted frames a few years ago). I do have a case number with chrysler now in which they noted my problem. I won't include that number here because this is a public record.
Took the car in for exhaust work. The mechanic did a safety inspection and told me the sub frame is severely rusted out, and should be replaced soon. If not addressed soon it could become a safety hazard, due to lack of driver control issues.
My sub frame is rusting out to the point that i'm concerned of the safety of the vehicle.
Enginecradle rusted out
Rusted engine cradle,frame is in bad shape and can brake leading engine to fall out from vehicle.this may lead to catastrophic accident.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica that was bought brand new in october 2004.in october 2009, i was driving home during afternoon rush hour.i noticed my car smoking and attempted just to make it home.about 20 minutes later, my car began to hesitate and turned off once or twice when i stopped at stop lights.eventually, the car shut down completely on a major thoroughfare and would not restart.after being towed to the nearest dealership, i discovered that the radiator hose had been blown off and a hole basically ripped in the coolant jug as a result.repair cost: $564.00.prior to releasing the vehicle, the service technicians noticed how loudly and roughly the car was running and did further tests, to discover that the motor mounts are broken and in need of repair, which caused the problem that i paid nearly $600 to fix.projected cost:an additional $900.that's a total of $1500 for a four-year-old car!!!i've searched and have seen numerous reports of repeated motor mount breaks and problems.called chrysler who basically is turning a blind eye to the numerous complaints.
I have maintained this vehicle extremely well. No visible rust on body, vehicle appears to be in excellent condition.i took vehicle in for routine maintenance and the technician stated that the engine cradle and passenger side sub frame is nearly rusted in half.i was shocked because it is not my primary winter vehicle, and salt exposure is minimal.the technician explained that it is not safe to drive the vehicle because of the risk of drive train falling out when the engine cradle fails to support the engine and transmission. Also, the car could break in half if the sub frame fails.how can a vehicle that has been well maintained, looks and drives like new, be unsafe because it isn't structurally sound. The vehicle is driven only about 10000 miles per year.an online search revealed that this is a known issue on this make/model.i cannot understand how this vehicle is not recalled.i have been driving this vehicle, thinking it would keep my family and i safe.this is very dangerous, and millions of people are undoubtedly driving chrysler pacificas that are not structurally safe.i hope that the nhtsa will investigate this.
I have just performed routine (10/03/20014) maintenance on my 2005 chrysler pacifica. The mechanic called to inform me of significant corrosion problem with the cross member (cradle) that supports the engine, transmission, front suspension and steering. His visual inspection, as well as mine, showed more then 75% of the passenger side cradle rusted away. An open case # 25736224 has been established by chrysler customer support. My pacifica was produced september 30, 2004 which is outside of the assembly dates established by chrysler for extended warranty coverage. Failure of the cross member (cradle) would cause loss of steering, engine and transmission failure, and severed brake lines. Because this is a major safety issue it should be repaired by chrysler corporation.
In ''14, it was noticed that the subframe was rusted. I did not inspect it any further because i trusted that it was a normal amount of rust. However, on 4/27/15, the car began to have issues. Upon acceleration from a stop or slow-roll, there is a vibration that can be felt throughout the floorboards & the gas pedal. When the car shifts from 1st to 2nd gear & the rpm's drop, the car makes a "thud" or "clunk" sound from the engine area of the car. This "thud" can be felt in the cabin of the car. The vibrations & the noise has grown worse over the course of 3 days. I had the car inspected during an oil change at a chrysler dealership on 4/30/15, & i was advised that, due to the amount of rust to the subframe & engine cradle, the car's structural integrity has been breached. The mechanic took a picture & had the service manager bring it to me in the waiting room & advise me that if i hit a large enough bump, the subframe may break apart & the engine may drop out of the car. I contacted chrysler & they offer no remedy. Upon research of the issue, i have found that this is a common problem among ''04 & ''05 chrysler pacificas & that the manufacturer had issued a recall on the car for this problem in ''10, but rescinded the recall & created a tsb it, yet upheld the recall for pacificas that were manufactured between 2/23/04 & 3/31/04. Due to the initial recall, tsb, & the partial recall from the chrysler pacificas manufactured in '04, chrysler has admitted fault in not properly coating the subframe materials to prevent rust from occurring. Chrysler is not willing to take corrective action for their dangerous & faulty craftsmanship of their cars. This is negligence & a dangerous practice-for the lives of the drivers, passengers, & others on the roads, as well as within the realms of business ethics. This widespread situation needs to be addressed & remedied immediately.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the rear suspension would leak at any time.the dealer repaired the rear output half shaft lange and right rear axle numerous times, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified and assisted with the repair costs to the vehicle.the failure mileage was 51,289 and the current mileage was 78,000. Updated 11/01/11*ljthe rear differential was repaired three separate times, due to a leak. Upated 06/13/12
There was a recall from chrysler made for 2004-2005 pacificas dealing with the engine cradle. They eroded and rusted through. Thousands upon thousand of cars were recalled. They than revoked it for a 2 month recall span. This problem has been deadly and fatal and has affected thousands of families. Chrysler refuses to fix the warranty that was organically wrote and sent out. They refuse to fix or acknowledge that the problem exist and is deadly for these people who drive the pacifica as their " family transportation". In the past month my 2005 pacifica has stalled out, died, had all roaders, breaks and control arms replaced. All new tires and now i find out my engine cradle has rusted out to where's its not drivable. Now the radio stopped working, the air wont turn on if blinkers are all, the entire electrical body has crapped out and chrysler refuses to fix the problems they set the original recall for. There are thousands of people driving these cars with kids, what will it take for someone to fix this issue? death of thousands of kids? multiple accidents?
Took our 2005 chrysler pacifica in for oil change and they informed us that the engine cradle is rotting out and that our engine could fall out and that would result in a bad accident.we called chrysler and they would do nothing!!! we found out that many other people who own this same car had the same problem on the internet because the chrysler manufacturer of this car did not coat the frame correctly when it was built. This was chryslers mistake when this car was made and it is no fault of the owners that purchased these cars to have this terrible costly and dangerous problem.this should be under a recall but it is "not" and now it will cost us $3000.00 to have it repaired to make our car safe.we are the original owners of this car and it has always been keep in a garage.there is only 4800 miles on this car and this should never have happened.we are retired on a fixed income and this put us at a hardship.we feel we have to have this repaired to protect us , our family and other people on the road.we feel this should certainly be addressed and that the chrysler manufacturer should recall and stand behind all 2005 pacifica cars.many people who own this car might never know this is happening and it is dangerous to have these cars on the road as this could cause a serious /fatal accident to many people! help!
On routine inspection, discovered subframe / carriage nearly rusted through. Told it was unsafe to drive. While a small group of owners received notice of this design defect in 2010, we were never notified and a call to chrysler confirmed that despite selective recall, this car not eligible for compensation or remediation.
I took my car into the local dealership and they told me my front subframe is rusted out and unsafe. They said there was a tsb 13-001-12 that may apply since this a common problem. However due to the mileage it was not covered. This is a safety item that is present in these vehicles which has been documented by the news and all over the internet. This condition can lead to crashes and possible death.i contacted chrysler and they told me there isn't anything they can do.when i was notified about the issue at around 145k miles, there was only a small pin hole in the center of the cradle. At 168k miles there is a hole you can put your fist in. This is a major suspension component, not something subjected to normal wear like a tie rod. I would fully expect to pay for a tie rod, rack and pinion or ball joints. This is different, a major structural component. My vehicle is in good shape and i plan to keep it for the next 5 years. But with the cost of the subframe and the miles it is worthless. This is an issue that needs to be looked into. Hopefully it doesn't lead to too many deaths before something is done.
I recently took my 2005 chrysler pacficia to the shop to have the pulleys changed on the engine for the serpentine belt, and new tires and alignment.when the car was on the lift, my mechanic pointed out to me that the engine cradle is rusted and will need to be replaced at a cost of $5000.the car only has 94k miles on it.this seems to be a wide spread issue.i am the 2nd owner, the 1st was a lease through chrysler and i purchased the car from a local chrysler dealer in 2008.going to start contacting chrysler and the attorney generals office in ma to see what can be done since there is no recall on this.
Working on the car notice the subframe is rusted thru on ths passenger side. There are many issue logged in on the internet with this particular defect. It is my understanding there is a recall for certain vins. My vehicle was built on aug 20, 2004. After contacting chrysler they say the car is covered under a extended warranty. My problem is if i hadn't looked under the car this issue may have led to a catastrophic failure.
Subframe has rusted out near the engine. Unsafe to drive
Started when backing and turning wheel to left a clunk occurred and left wheel felt 'stuck'. Thought it may have had something to do with the extremely frigid temperatures of theseason. A short time later i felt clunking under my feet when driving over dips or bumps at any speed. For some i thought it was again the idler arms or ball joints as i have had many many suspension repairs. Oddly it was never mentioned by anyone at this chain repair shop that the engine cradle was of any concern.i did bring my car in to a different chain repair shop for a determination of the clunking problem and was shown when putting the transmission into reverse the engine fell way down then was shown the very rusted out engine cradle and given an estimate of $1800.00 for repair with a used cradle. I then took the car to an independent repair shop to verify the need of the cradle..the charges to be slightly less.i called chrysler and was told the car had to be taken to a chrysler dealership repair shop for an estimate but that it was already known that there would be very little to no benefit. However if there was any monetary benefit it would not begin to cover any of the repair cost. By the way, the right rear quarter panel and lift door are rusted also.when i purchased the car 3 1/2 years ago the rust was beginning-i can now stick a finger thru the rust on the quarter panel. Have seen only one other pacifica with surface rust. It's very embarrassing to me as not many cars on the road have any rust at all. Are my young passengers safe?? i am stuck with this money and possible death trap.i still have 1 1/2 years of payments. Bummer.
Sub-frame broke on me.it is the exact part that was recalled for the 2004 pacifica.however there is no recall for 2005? the sub frame broke while i was driving, with a children in car seats in the vehicle.this is a real safety concern, especially in the "salt belt" chrysler's self admitted insufficient protective coating on the sub frame of these cars, should be enough proof, to raise eyebrows and remedy this safety issue.i cannot afford to repair all the damage this caused, and pacifica's cannot hold a resell value, as selling this to another person, is just like handing them a ticking time bomb.why is there no solution or help on this issue? i am not alone with these issues.i suppose it will take deaths from this faulty part before any real action is actually taken. Having a strong piece of metal to keep my motor from falling on the ground isn't to much to ask, or is it?the only option i have to keep my primary vehicle on the road, is to try welding the sub frame and hope for the best.
Was told by my mechanic that the car would not pass inspection as the front sub-frame that holds up the engine has major corrosion and is a safety concern.checking the internet confirms that my cars condition is not unique.chrysler does have a recall out for this model and this condition but it is only for vehicles in a six week manufacturing window and my vehicle does not qualify.it should.cost of repair i was told by the dealer is $4,100 plus.part alone is $3,870.this needs to be investigated by your organization please.this sounds like the toyota tundra pick-up frame issue.same problem.
I have a 2005 pacifica.the car was in for body work, when a mechanic noticed severe rusting on the frame.he stated that the engine, could fall through the body frame!i did a google search and found hundreds of complaints about the problem.there is a story from a tv station in florida covering this story.http://www.nbcmiami.com/investigations/some-chrysler-pacifica-owners-say-they've-had-dangerous-corrosion-problems-with-the-popular-minivan-243624441.html.this is a engineering failure according to my mechanic, who stated they did not included enough drain plugs.my daughter drives this car and i contacted chrysler and they say it is past the warranty.this is unacceptable an engine should never be able to fall out of its mountings!!!!!!
Vehicle subframe (engine cradle) is rotted out and vehicle is unsafe to drive. Chrysler issued a recall for this but only for a 6 week period for 2004 models. Looking online i see hundreds of complaints of the 2005 pacifica. I have photos. Subframe is about to fall apart and this will cause the engine to drop. This is a major defect. Chrysler needs to address this issue. How many owners look under their car at the subframe?it;s a hidden defect that will kill someone one day.subframes are not supposed to rot away at the 10 year point. This is a major major defect.please let me send you photos.
While driving the car the engine mounts break away from the engine, causing a rough vibration on the floor pan of the vehicle.this problem started happening on 10/31/05, 11/04/05, 10/26/06 to present,i have to constantly replace the engine mounts on this vehicle and i believe the breaking of the mounts affects the suspension of the vehicle.the breaking of the axle and tie rods from the pressure of the engine jerking with the mounts break.i've bought engine mounts with lifetime warranties being i have to replace these mounts so often.
I took my pacifica in to get the tires rotated and was told i had a cracked frame and they would not rotate them.i checked to see if i had a recall and i did not.now i have a car that is worth less than what it would cost to fix it.judging by all the complaints this is a serious problem and i am just thankful my family didn't get hurt because of it.i was told the subframe hold the engine so it is not safe to drive because of the crack.
Took 2005 pacifica to our mechanic to check a noise in the front suspension components and was informed that the frame cross-member was severely perforated by rust and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to flexing. This cross member supports the engine, transmission and front suspension components. On-line research shows a number of similar complaints for the 2004 and 2005 model years. Mechanic called a local chrysler dealer and was told that a recall (#13-001-12) was issued by chrysler but that our vehicle did not fall within the specified date range. Took photos of the damage and are awaiting repair estimates. Will contact the manufacturer however others report that the manufacturer has refused to fix this failure occurring in vehicles beyond the recall dates.
Engine cradle is rusted out. Completely failed. Engine is near to falling out.
Takata recalli recently took a loan out and purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica from a dealer nearby. When my mechanic looked at it he could not understand how the dealership passed the safety inspection a month ago. He said the rust was spread all across front engine cradle or the vehicle. He did not think i should be driving the vehicle because the engine could drop out due to the rust. Looking up any safety recalls and noticed there were none. Only a service bulletin that states chrysler will only fix the problem if you are located within the salt states and the vehicle is within the 10 year or 150,000 miles. I am 6 months past the 10 year with only 105,000 and located in a salt state. I purchased my vehicle just over 30 days ago so the dealership will not do anything. Chrysler should really make good on fixing this major safety hazard if they want buyers to trust their product. I am now paying a loan on a car that is unsafe to drive. This is a safety issue!!!
Excessive rusting of engine cradle. Possibility of front end of subframe falling out of the car.
I put my 2004 chrysler pacifica in the shop on 9/2/2015 for an oil change and inspection and to my surprise was told the "subframe is rotting out". My mechanic stated this is a common problem for the pacifica. I did some research and found a considerable amount of complaints for the same exact issue. Apparently, chrysler provided an extended warranty for a very small number of cars effected by this safety hazard. Chrysler is not taking this defect seriously; should provide corrective action before fatalities occur.
During a routine oil change the technician pointed outto me an abnormal amount of rust and rot on the frame of the vehicle. Iproceeded to bring the vehicle to my mechanic who told me the engine support cradle was perforated and rotted. Chrysler used substandard metal and engineering allowing road debris and water in but not out.(no drain holes) i was informed that although the engine may not fall through at this time, that it could shift downward and stall. This is a clear safety hazard for vehicles of this model/year and should be remedied by chrysler.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at speeds over 50 mph, a vibration was present. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the engine cradle and the sub frame had rusted. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 113,000.updated 06/27/14*ljthe tie rods and lower control arms were replaced. Updated 07/08/14
The 2005 chrysler pacifica is known for the sub frame rotting causing a un-safe condition where the engine could fall out.i took my car to a local shop and they said my frame is all rotted out.i took my car into chrysler and it turns out it is not covered under a recall or extended warranty.what worries me is how many others are on the road with the same condition.
When i took our 2005 pacifica in for its annual va state inspection on november 1, 2016 it did not pass.the primary cause for failure was the discovery of substantial rusting of the "sub k frame."it was rusted through on the right-hand side of the frame. I was advised that it was too dangerous to drive the car as the engine could fall and drop out of its cradle!the rusting was not visible 6 months ago when the car was last hoisted in the air for an oil change, so i can only assume that it rusted from the inside out. The mechanics stated they had never seen such rusting, and they were surprised to see it on a car that was otherwise well maintained and in such good condition for a car with almost 175,000 miles. I live in the northern neck area of va which is not an area of significant snowfall or an area where there is a heavy application of salt on the roads during the winter.i have 2 other cars - a 2003 dodge ram 1500 4x4 crew cab and a 2002 toyota camry, neither of which demonstrate any signs of rusting of the frame.
I just received a call from my chrysler dealer telling me my engine cradle has rotted out and there was a recall on this but my vehicle is not included in the build dates covered by the recall. In exploring for more information on the web i have found this is a known safety problem with these vehicles and people are basically driving around in time bombs. Can you help me here and get chrysler to own up to this problem? the cost to me out-of-pocket will be $4500.
I recently took my 2005 chrysler pacifica in to have the air conditioning system repaired and the mechanic called and told me that the engine cradle was rusted out and the car was not safe to drive.i did a quick google search and discovered that this is a known problem with pacifica's.according to the information that i found, chrysler originally distributed a letter indicating that it would cover 2004 and 2005 models only to send out a later letter drastically reducing the number of cars that would be covered on the extended warranty.it's apparent that this is a widespread issue.in 1998 ford recalled 2.6 million vehicles for a similar issue.chrysler should follow suit and do the same thing.
Vehicle was submitted to authorized new york inspection station for yearly state-required inspection.vehicle failed inspection. Inspector cited multiple holes in the "cradle" frame member supporting engine, steering, and suspension parts. "cradle" was completely perforated in several places by corrosion, and showed signs of additional corrosion which would ultimately lead to more holes.cradle was judged structurally compromised.inspection station consulted ny dmv and it was determined and reported to me that vehicle is unsafe, and that replacement of cradle would be required to return vehicle to service and to pass new york state inspection.it was explained to me that a minor impact -- such as encountering a pothole at speed, or hitting an object with the frame or body of the vehicle -- could cause collapse of the front end structure of the vehicle,loss of steering control, loss of the engine from the engine compartment, collapse of the suspension system, and potential resultant fire, explosion, and injury or loss of life to occupants of vehicle or others in the vicinity.the consumer stated the vehicle left his wife stranded. She was unable to steer or brake while driving many times, the previous year.on one occasion while driving, the engine light illuminated, and the vehicle just stopped, leaving his wife in the middle of the road.the consumer replaced a faulty sensor. Updated 03/27/14
Engine cradle has rotted away on passenger side, well on it's way on the drivers. Cross member twists when steering and handling is dangerous with the motor and sub frame twisting when you hit a bump. We've stopped driving it as direction of mechanic for fear of motor falling out and it has in other cases! we noticed it last year after seeing a news report on the issue but it wasn't this bad then, now we won't drive it.
The front sub frame on my 2005 chrysler pacifica has a rust hole in the cross member. I took the car in for a oil change and was told it wouldn't pass inspection,which is due in june of 2015.
Numerous complaints from owners of chrysler pacifica (2004 - 2005). The sub -frame of the vehicle was not treated properly for rust or corrosion. The motor mounts to the sub-frame and if the sub-frame is compromised the engine could drop down and destroy all braking and steering capabilities; as well as, catastrophic issues including death. What does it take for chrysler to realize that this is a problem. How does chrysler issue an extended warranty and then rescind the letter. Corporate greed at its best. This is a "family vehicle" that we afraid to drive because you do not know when the sub-frame will "give-way" and possibly kill everyone in side or someone else. Can i get some help!! please !!
Engine cradle is rotted out
We had our car inspected this week and were told we had a rotted body frame.we were sent to a dodge dealer and they told us we had a rotted subframe.the cost of repair will be $1885.40 for the part and $600 for labor.it will not be ready to drive till april 6 as the dealer requires the parts money up front before they will even order the part so we have to save the money for this. So we have no car for the next 10 days at least.we have researched and understand that chrysler knows of this problem and did a limited amount of repairs as it was their fault but apparently they are not helping the majority of car owners who have this problem. This does not seem fair to the other owners.we can barely afford to come up with this money to fix something that is this company's fault.i cannot believe they are not being forced to fix all these cars when it is a danger issue.how can we drive a car with a rotted frame? we had to have the rocker panels replaced a few years ago when they rotted out too.now this is added to our cost.we cannot afford to buy another car and barely able to fix this car at our retirement age. Why aren't companies held to a standard to protect consumers?we understand there are class action suits that have recently been filed for this problem within the last couple of months but we have no idea how to be involved in theses cases if it is even possible to do that.we wish there was a solution for us and for others with similar problems with this car.
My vehicle started making a clunk noise from the engine area and stopped shifting out of second gear. I took vehicle in to a repair shop for transmission service and was told by the repair shop that the vehicle is unsafe to drive because the engine cradle has corrosion and has rusted to the point that the engine is about to fall out the vehicle which most likely caused the transmission to fail. This was discovered while my vehicle was being lifted on the hoist. The repair shop said they are afraid to keep the vehicle on the hoist because someone could get injured while underneath it.
My 2005 chrysler pacifica touring needed tires so i took it to bell tire,and they called me and wanted me to come to there shop so they could tell me what was wrong and found that sub frame is completely rusted through and was not safe to drive...
I took my car to a shop for repairs, and the mechanic was alarmed to find that the frame is so rusted under the engine that he deemed it unsafe to drive.my car has 185,000 miles on it, and is in otherwise good condition.it is not safe to drive as the engine could fall to the ground, potentially causing an accident. I was advised to get rid of the vehicle, but obviously i cannot sell it.i was never notified of this potential problem, although i have become aware that chrysler knew the problem existed.
Subframe rusted out completely.my mechanic found it in a routine check.unsafe to drive.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel vibrated and was loose. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the front sub frame was rusted. As a result, the struts and the sway bar links were replaced but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable.
Vehicle is making loud clunking type noises when accelerating or slowing down.dealer states that a motor mount appears to be broken.dealer knows nothing about tsb notices or recalls.
Have a clunking/popping noise in the front end when going over small bumps or holes.have taken it to a mechanic and he couldn't visibly find the cause.checked on the internet for anyone else with this problem and found that many people have similar problems with multiple issues effecting the front suspension.
Today i took my 2005 chrysler pacifica into the shop for new tires,i was told they could not do an alignment because the tie rods looked bad and to take it to the dealer, i did. I then found out from my local dealer that unfortunately that is all they see is chrysler pacificas...my car has less than 45k miles and i have been told that the entire front end suspension is worthless and right now i have bad gear boxes, a broken engine mount, and can count on having front axel problems as well.the dealer also had a 2004 brought in today and that car and mine were raised up and the repair men showed me and everyone else around the identical problems on both cars.
2005 chrysler pacifica - constant clicking noise, sounds like stones rubbing on pavement when driving.not just in turns but anytime.i thought it was the stones in the tires - after cleaning the tires the sound persisted.apparently chrysler has no fix for this?i don't even know how safe my car is right now.
The passenger side and driver side lower control arms have both been replaced within one month of each other. Car still shimmies and steering wheel vibrates on speeds over 50 mph. I thought that by replacing the lca's it would resolve this issue, but now i feel less safe in this vehicle, especially on the highway.called chrysler, e-mailed chrysler numerous times regarding this vehicle.asked that it be replaced under the lemon law or shaken faith doctrine, but as of now, no offer of replacement. Had this vehicle 86 days, and it has been out of service for 26 of them/ 30% plus of the time. Have already filed 3 previous complaints with nhtsa.
- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 65 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and it started to move up and down. The contact heard the computer make a loud noise, and the abs warning light illuminated. The dealer stated that the driver's side front huband the bearings should be replaced. There had not been any other occurrences since the repair. The current mileage was 8,000.
Check engine light at approximately 40,000 miles. The check light has come on the vehicle indicatingcylinder three misfired. I have taken vehicleto the shop the first time and had the coil replaced. The same light came on with the same warning. This time the spark plugs were replaced, the injections cleaned out, the throttle body cleaned out. I just got it back yesterday and i feel confident that i will have the same thing over the next few days. When this happens, the vehicle idles rough and the car has no power. This vehicle has been maintained higher than the standards call for in the manual. Looks like chrysler is good for about 40,000 miles, then be prepared to spend some money. I plan to trade the vehicle for a toyota, though i had supported american made vehicles in the past, with a product like this, you can't afford to. The total cost thus far has been $600.00. It appears that chrsyler knows the problem exists because of the bulletins, yet they will not recall the car ,and do what is right for the consumers. People can't afford to pay for a vehicle and repair it at the same time with so few miles. The pacifica is a great riding car ,and i otherwise thoroughly enjoyed it.
- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 65 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and it started to move up and down. The contact heard the computer make a loud noise, and the abs warning light illuminated. The dealer stated that the driver's side front huband the bearings should be replaced. There had not been any other occurrences since the repair. The current mileage was 8,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 25 mph, the contact heard a loud popping noise and the vehicle veered to the left.the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the front driver side axle failed.the dealer stated that the part was on back order.as of august 31, 2007, the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure and current mileages were 73,200.
When driving the car the back end swerves and shakes as you go around curves and the back of the car body rolls from side to side.an accident has not occurred yet, but the dealer has looked at the car several times and says there is no problem with it.nm
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at an unknown speed on wet pavement, the rear of the vehicle skid and slid. The vehicle fish tailed, became very unstable, and was difficult to control. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear suspension failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Updated 02/23/16*lj
Vehicle occasionally stalls when making a left turn. A popping sound occurs when turning to the left, the sound seems to be coming from the left tire hub. Also there is a clicking sound when the transmission shifts gears.please send me any information regarding recalls for these problems,as i am a single mother who transports small children daily in this vehicle, with limited resources.
Poping noises at front end on driver and passenger sides, while turning at slow speeds going forward and backing up.also filled up gas tank, "mileage/guage till empty" was 344, drove one mile and it went to 243.it is currently in the shop again, they are waiting on a part "shaft" to replace it.they usually don't have old parts available because it is still under warranty.
2005 chrysler pacifica spare tire is not safe to use temporary. The owners manual indicated that unequal tire size may cause failure of the power transfer unit and/or viscous coupling.the consumer feels that the doughnut spare is inadequate and request that the manufacturer provide him with a full size spare.the current spare is a 18" goodyear spare.the vehicle came equipped with 19" michelin tires.
Our vehicle has 88,000 miles and it just failed a safety inspection because the engine cradle is rotting/rusted and the engine is in jeopardy of falling out of the car.the dealer (good brothers dodge) acknowledges the safety concern and that chrysler has had problems with these.they supplied a $3,200 estimate to repair.according to the dealer, the engine could fall out while driving down the road and the vehicle shouldn't be driven.there appears to be a pending class-action lawsuit regarding this very issue and chrysler unwillingness to acknowledge and take responsibility for the defect and safety hazard.
Car in for oil change.informed front subframe complete rusted through.not safe to drive.2005 car only has 22634 miles.research shows chrysler aware of this problem and hundreds of complaint/class actions filed.states chrysler missed step and did not coat engine cradle allowing severe rust damage.estimate $3181.85 and i want chrysler to cover charges to fix.info found says chrysler only agreed to fix cars built during 2/23/04 - 3/31/04.can you assist in getting chryster to do the right thing and fix at their own expense?
Engine cradle rusted out and i've been told it is unsafe to drive.october 2015 i had my car towed to heritage chrysler at 9219 harford road -baltimore, md 21234 because it stopped running.i got it back in december 2015 after they put in a timing belt and replaced the engine. A week after getting it back i had a leak.i took it in and they told me that i needed to have a transmission axle seal replaced. I took it to glen burnie transmission to have the seal replaced and they would not do the work.they showed me how the engine cradle had rusted andthey were afraid the engine cradle would break if they remove it.i was informed that it was unsafe to drive because i could hit a bump or pothole and loose the engine and transmission. They could not believe heritage chrysler would put in an engine with the cradle looking like this. I called mr. Anderson (the service manager at heritage) and have yet to receive a return call back from him. I have the pictures taken of this problemi contacted chrysler online and was told nothing can be done.please help me get this problem fixed.
Took vehicle in for oil change and service tech ask me to come look at the rusted engine frame cradle. You could latterly push your finger through the rusted frame. My on line investigation led me to find out that all chrysler pacifica's from 2004 to 2008 had not been properly coated at the factory, plus the water draining from ac was drained in this same area. The end result is the engine will eventually fall out. Chrysler did a recall on nov. 9th 2010, but then rescinded that to only include vehicles built between feb. 23rd 2004 and march 31st 2004. I had my mechanic weld a plate on some of the major holes, but it was so rusty he could hardly find any good metal to weld to. I am told this repair is 4000.00 to 5000.00 dollars hardly seems fair on a car that is housed in a garage daily with only my wife driving to and from work with what i would call very low mileage. I would appreciate any help you could give.
Took my 2005 chrysler pacifica into the mechanic for front end noise. The mechanic discovered that my sub frame is rusted out. The mechanic is concerned that my engine could fall out.
I have to completely replace the under carriage/frame of my chrysler pacifica due to it corroding & rusting out the passenger wheel framework. This is a safety hazard seeing as if a large pothole was hit or an immediate braking were needed the entire tire could snap off & cause a major accident.i am fearful to drive my car.
The engine cradle is rotted so bad the the engine is ready to fall out .
Had my 2005 pacifica in the shop to replace the muffler when they got it up on the rack they found the engine cradle on the passenger side of the car was so rotted they advised me not to drive it. Called the dealership and they estimated the cost for repair at $3700. Chrysler was notified of the problem and advised me that they would not help financially with any repair costs. What will it take to issue a recall? people dying? do your job nhtsa. Recall these cars before someone gets seriously hurt!
My 2005 chrysler pacifica started making noise in front passenger side in the suspension and wheel area while on the interstate. A short time later the front passenger wheel started shaking and wobbling uncontrollably at speeds of 65mph. Their was no warning! thank god i was entering town and was close to home. I got the car home and had friend who is a mechanic investigate the problem. What he found was scary!!!!! the whole sub frame and engine cradle was almost completely gone due to severe rusting in the exact area where the suspension components attach to the frame. Super bad day when i showed the pictures to 3 different local automotive shops with well over 100 yrs of experience combined and all informed me that the estimated cost to repair was 4000.00 up to 5500.00. Completely absurd! car is worthless and only has 100,000 miles on it. You should make chrysler own up to every pacifica that has this problem, not just a few that was manufactured in a few months. Their is overwhelming evidence that they didn't coat the frame properly. Iwill be sharing my pictures and when you see them ask yourself if you would want your family driving these cars and having to spend a very large amount of money to fix them properly. Chrysler is doing nothing because the nhtsa isn't making them. Please take my small portion of this ridiculous nightmare and consider at the least making chrysler be partially responsible for their lack of consideration for the human life and the well being of its customers. This is a dangerous hazard that should be immediately addressed. Thank you!
I recently changed my own oil on this vehicle. When i was underneath of it i observed 1 medium sized rust hole thru the subframe and 2 smaller rust holes in the subframe. This is an issue with these vehicles after i further looked into the issue that others were having with this vehicle. I have pictures of this issue. This is known as cradle rot. The lower motor mount of the engine is bolted into this subframe. And if continues to get worse the engine can fall out of the vehicle. Not only i have 3 holes in it there is a lot of rust on this subframe that looks could be more of an issue in the years to come. I do not understand thru all the years of being under vehicles this is by far one of the worse i have ever seen. I do not feel safe now driving this car. Especially with my family in it. This car may be 10yrs old but has low miles and is in very good condition. You would never know by looking at this vehicle inside and out that there is something majorly wrong underneath it, unless you yourself crawled under it. And the vehicle has always been garage kept.
Subframe corrosion - the subframe supporting the engine and transmission is rotted out. My mechanic informs me the car is not safe to drive. The engine could fall out of the car.
I just noticed the rotting engine cradle on my car and found out it is a well known issue by fca and many other consumers suffering the same condition.i have not had repaired yet
Transmission all the sudden acted like it wasn't ahifting just driving normally on regular paved road, rpms high and dies and has a knock under the hood. Tried looking up what is wrong and apparently there are thousands of them that have done same thing. Would like to get it fixed but seems no one knows how to fix it
2005 chrysler pacifica i purchased from original owner with only 63000 miles. Car while driving, car just accelerates to high speed on its own for no reason. Have to put it in neutral to avoid death or injury. Today while driving normally, all warning lights came on & we ended up stranded due to weird electrical failure where we can't even get car out of park. Passenger headlamp has gone out several times, now drive fog lamp out. There appears to be many mechanical & electrical failures with this car. It's truly horrifying how poorly engineered and dangerous these cars are & i'm forced to drive this wagon with my family as we can't afford to replace it. Would like to start a class action lawsuit against chrysler for endangering the public with their dangerous cars. How many people need to die before all these pacifica's are recalled and repurchased by chrysler for book value?
My mechanic told me that my car has cradle rot, should not be driven.i went home did my research just to find out that this a common problem.chyrsler is aware of the problem, they used substandard material to create the main frame that supports the engine.there are thousands of people driving a time bomb.how do i get my car fixed?
Went for an oil change and was told by mechanic that the sub frame(engine mount chassis) was rusted and would be dangerous to continue to drive the car.said the sub frame needs to be replaced very soon.after some research i have come to understand this is a common problem for this model. Also seems chrysler is not owning up to the large amount of vehicles with this problem. It seems the nhtsa is also guilty of some inaction in trying to get chrysler to resolve this problem.this is clearly a manufacturing defect and this should be taken care of on a recall for these vehicles.
Official chrysler service repair shop has been doing my oil changes every 3 months - 4 times a year since 2005 when i purchased the car. Not once has their mechanic mentioned the rust of the cross member. I only found out and took pictures this week when i had a local shop change my breaks and do transmission service and they showed me the rust, could not believe that no one ever mentioned this as it was extreme with cracks and holes and that chrysler is aware of this issue regarding rust on cross member due to them not properly coating the engine cradle. Chrysler has had certain vin #'s recalled, but claim not mine though buildin 2004, i am in a snow belt state ( ny). They don't want to take responsibility. I am afraid to drive car, dangerous and engine can fall out - could cost $4000-5000 to repair front and back - and unfortunately i don't have finances to purchase a new car. I just want my car covered under their warrantee. This problem did not happen over night. I only have 127,000 miles and rarely drive in the snow as it is awful in the snow.
Due to failure of the corrosion protection on the engine cradle rust has created holes in the cradle that supports the engine.over certain rough roads there is a knocking sound.
My mechanic discovered that the frame is very badly rusted making the car unsafe to drive. When he tried to find a replacement part, quickly found out that this problem is widespread on this type of car from the same year. We cannot drive this car without a $2500 repair and the car is only worth about $4000. So it is basically junk because of the rusted frame.
Driving down the road, our car started throwing itself into other lanes. Mind you, everything is good on the vehicle. Struts, tie rod ends, etc... Upon observation, you can see the engine cradle is rotted out. The rest of the car is good. Mechanics say the car needs to be removed from service. 130,000 miles...really? this is our only car. Chrysler (online) says "tough".....
There is a default with the ignition switch when trying to start the car. There are five more chrysler pacificas that i know of with the same problem.
Was told that on my type of vehicle there was a recall on the k frame/cross member.from them rotting out.car passed emissions inspection bit because of the frame would not pass.mechanic told me there was a recall.dealership said otherwise.
Rusted engine cradle
On 6/23/2015 i brought my car (2005 pacifica) for a yearly inspection, however the car did not pass inspection due to structural insufficiency. The front sub frame was rotted (engine mounts to this) indicating there is a great risk of the engine falling out of the vehicle as it is being driven and increasing the risk of a potential accident. My husband contacted the dealer we purchased the vechile from in may 2008 with the information i was given at the inspection center and he was told to contact chrysler directly. When he contacted chrysler they told him only a small amount of vehicles where affected when the complete step to provide rust coating to the front sub frame occurred and that the previous owner was notified. Chrysler claims this defect only affected cars manufactured from march 2004-april 2004. According to the manufactures tag on my vehicle door my vehicle was manufactured in may of 2004, however my registration states it's a 2005. I have contacted a lawyer to be part of a class action suit against chrysler. I was given a quote of $4500 to have this part replaced so the vehicle will pass inspection.
The engine cradle has rusted to an unsafe condition to drive vehicle.
After doing a major repair of $800 on my car for a new water pump and timing chain. I was told that my cradle holding the engine in place could drop any minute because of the rust. My mechanic informed me that he would not recommend driving this vehiclebecause at anytime the egine and steringcolom could fall out any monent.the cradle hold these items in were rusted out so bad.. I looked online and noticed there was many people complaining of this. Let's get something done before someone dies. Thank you my mechanic toke pictures of all this rust. But i was unable to get them. But i'm sure i'm not the first to complain. Please reconsider this recall. Thank you.
The vehicle is stuck in park. The transmission shifter interlock lever is broken (small pink plastic piece that attaches to a spring). The vehicle will not shift from park to reverse, neutral, drive, etc.
During a routine oil change, my mechanic said the front frame and engine mounts were severely rusted and the car would become inoperable.
"takata recall" my entire undercarriage has completely rusted out the muffler fell off and the bolts that hold the frame to the bottom of the car rusted out and are hanging there unconnected.the mechanic put his fingers right through the motor mount and explained that my car ..after i have made my last payment is undrivable. We do not ive in a state that has salt on the roads and my car is housed in a garage at all times.the repairs are over 4800. I cannot sell it as it is unsafe to drive. The mechanic explained if the car was driving fast enough and a bump was hit the motor would come up into the driver and front seat killing anyone in it not to mention other vehicles on the road.i love my car and am very sad that this problem isnt on the recall list as other pacifia owners have had the same issues once it hits 100k mies.
Rusted frame.so bad engine may fall out.unable to drive.
I started to drive my 2005 chrsylerpacifica and took it to the dealership and they said theres no problem with my car when they drove it no codes pull up showing up when they test that. It shifts hard from secound gear to 3 rd gear really hard i cant take off to fast or it does it harder so i half to make sure getting on the high way where i live no one is on either side of the road for me to go so for me to drive slow and pick up speed and it does it when i start to slow down once i slowed down it jerks from secound gear to 3rd gear and its scary i half to take my kids to school and i have 3 kids with me at all times in this car.
Engine cradle and motor mounts rotted. Possibility of engine falling out if not fixed,i have been quoted $950 to fix by callahan's brake and muffler shop in pontiac, mi. Vehicle was under inspection.i have already incurred cost from the same problem and yet again here i am looking at the same issue.
I bought a 2005 chrysler pacific 3 weeks ago from a dealership.. Engine light came on and car was stalling when i was at a light. Took to a shop to get checked it was 2 censer's.but afterwards still light was on. They checked further the motor mounts and subframe are rusted bad. To a point dangerous.! of course the place i bought it at refuses to do anything. Not happy!
My car was running great, suddenly all the warning lights on the dash came on- car still ran fine until i parked it, and couldn't get it to come out of gear. Finally was able to put in drive, took it to the dodge/chrysler/jeep dealer and told them the problem and i had looked on line and many other vehicles like mine were having the same problem, several suggested it to be the starter switch even though it would be suggested it was the computer (bcm). Dealer told me that very thing, it was the bcm and on top of that they tell me my engine cradle was "severely cracked causing the vehicle to be unsafe to drive" cost $5298.00 to fix.needless to say i tried to find out if there was a recall- there must be, my car is only 9yrs old and shouldn't be ready for the scrap yard. Well it turns out there was a recall for the engine cradle but only for a select number of pacifica's which of course did not include mine.i would like chrysler to voluntarily recall these cars for the cracked engine cradle, there could be hundreds of people driving out there that don't know they risk their engines falling out while they drive.this could cause serious accidents which no doubt could lead to fatalities.
Went to get my car inspected today and it failed do to "sub frame rot".chrysler admitted that there was frame problems during these model years but won't cover the repairs since it was manufactured on may 10th vs the six weeks between feb and the end of mar.the car is undriveable.
Brought my car in for a routine oil change at my independent mechanic and was asked to come in and look at underside of car while it was on the lift. There is when it was pointed out to me the engine cradle had a severe rust condition, i was advised this could be a safety hazard. After i was given a repair estimate from more than one source, that exceeded the value of the car, i decided to trade it in another vehicle. I never received any notification from chrysler regarding this safety problem.
I was driving me chrysler pacifica and noticed a smell of fumes and when i stopped for a light and proceeded the car made a rumbling noise as if i was going over grating which i wasn't. Then i noticed s,oke comin out of the hood. I at first thought it was overheating but my temperature gauge was not on hot. I went to a gas station and they said it was probably a little oil spilled and that was it. It had stopped. I went to my destination, turned car off and came back 5 minuted later and car started up fine. Proceeded back on highway and again smelled fumes. Suddenly car just ceases on highway. Thank god i had my emergency lights on and i was in the rigth lane going very slow. I pulled over at which time smoke was billowing out of the hood and fire was coming out from under the car. I called 911 and car burst into flames!august of 2007 i brought my car to dealer because i received a recall notice on the fuel pump module and they fixed it. Thank god i wasn't in the left lane or there would have been a severe accident and my daughter and i might not have gotten out in time.
I have been doing a lot of research on my vehicles problems with excessive rust in the subframe. A lot of other owners of this particular vehicle are having the same problems. I need to bring this up because it's getting to the point where i'm not feeling safe to drive it. Not sure if the manufactures didn't follow the proper steps on coating the undercarriage of a vehicle. I understand my vehicle is almost 12 years old, i expect some rust to be there but when you see holes big enough to stick your hand inside, it's a problem!! i really take good care of my vehicle and it's has a lot more to give, but this is unacceptable and unsafe. I have seen other vehicles around the same age and do not have such extense rot. I think the manufacturer should be held accountable for this.
A letter was sent to some 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica owners that the front engine cradle and suspension mount frame warranty was being extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles to owners in states that use road salt because off corrosion problems. They go on to carelessly explain that if your are not experiencing vibration and shaking you need to do nothing-- by the time its that bad its almost to late!mine was not shaking but i had my pacifica inspected any way and found rust holes in front frame, one was the size of my fist and on the other side may be three or four fingers wide. I stopped driving the vehicle immediately and called the phone #listed on the notification letter twice, both times they denied a problem because it was not listed as a recall on their web site and besides my vehicle did not fall into the vin block ?? there are cases listed on the internet where state dmv inspection stations have failed these vehicles because they were unsafe to drive because of frame corrosion. I am having the engine cradle replaced at my expense. How can a manufacturer have such a flippant attitude about a known serious safety issue? does this fall under a hidden warranty or recall.
I have had two pacificas 2004 and 2005 both did the exact same thing. Started with an odor of exhaust or fumes of some sort in the same week. It lost power, overheated, had to pulled home. Would start if cold for short period of time. In less than the same week. Went to have someone work on it and the battery was dead where i had tried to start it to many times/ my fault. However as soon as it got connection the key wasnt even in the switch and the motor was rolling over. That one sat at that time. Found 05 within a week or two and figured one for parts if break down. Nothing at all wrong starting out. Only drove the 05 apprx 3months and started the exact same thing from odor to overheating and i do not know alot about vehicles but seems to have jumped time. However i am a single woman and do not carry a license mechanic and im now stranded with no vehicle to get around while i have two pacificas seem same issues just drove one a little longer. I may be rough on thing but exact problems seems to be a malfunction on ur part........vin to other one2c8gf68414r644267...and i do not have invoices because i cant afford to get them fixed. I have my titles and sale prices and only few months of owning. So i just expect to at least see if its chryslers problem
I have an 05 chrysler pacifica that in january of this year i was informed that i needed motor mounts, after taking it to a couple of mechanics to see what the issue was i was told to replace the motor mounts would be anywhere in the area of $800 to $1,200 , so my pacifica sat all winter. After checking around some of my friends told me they knew of a mechanic who would be able to do it provided i bought the parts online. I found the parts online for under $100 for four motor mounts i set up an appointment this summer with the mechanic to have them installed, he was able to install three of the four motor mounts he was not able to install the fourth one because of rust damage to the subframe or engine cradle.i called chrysler to see if they would be able to help me they told me i needed to get in touch with my dealer to see if they would be able to do anything.i went to my dealerexplained my situation they never even looked at the car and told me that there was nothing they could do being that my car was not manufactured in canada and was not part of the recall, (have a nice day) and sent me on my way.my car has just under 115000 miles on it and still fairly good shape. I'm retired on ss can't afford a new or used car or trade it in because it's there's not much value on a 15-year old car with just under 115000 miles on it. I live in northern nj with salty winter roads which is why i don't understand why my car not being manufactured in canada has anything to do with it.
I bought a 2005 chrysler pacifica in may of 2016. When i took it to a garage due to a clunking sound in the front end it was discovered that the engine cradle was rusted through on both sides. Many areas under the car are very badly rusted like a car three times as old.
I was informed my engine cradle was rusting out when i was there for a routine oil change. I had contacted chrysler and they told me to go to a dealership and have pics taken. The garage submitted the pics 10 times before chrysler received them. According to chrysler they will not fix this issue as my vehicle is too old. I have a letter issued in nov 2010 that said this exact problem was an issue and that they were extending the warranty. My vehicle falls into the warranty guidelines and they are telling me it does not cover my vin. They had my vin long before they requested the pics, why did i have to wait 2 months to hear they wouldn't fix it then? i am not happy as the letter clearly states "this engine cradle extended warranty coverage applies to chrysler pacifica model years 2004-2005." why are they not covering this if i even have a letter saying they will? the vehicle is unsafe to drive and i have had to since rent another vehicle and am out the cost for that because they have taken 2 months to reply with a no answer. I want this fixed. There is nothing else wrong with the care. The body is in excellent condition and will run another 100k miles at least! if they knew it wasn't going to be covered from the beginning, why did they make me wait 2 months. I bought the car when it was 2 years old and have only driven it 1 winter so they can't even say winter damaged the frame.
On routine check by my mechanic, he noticed that the engine cradle had rusted so badly that he can stick his fist through one section. Called chrysler corporate and opened up a case with them. They told me to take it to the dealership for a "diagnostic". Called chrysler back and told them the pacifica was at the dealership and they could call to get the results. They refused to speak with the dealership and told me i was out of warranty and that they would not replace the defective part. Why send me for a diagnostic then?? just to get my $125 dollars?? extremely frustrated. Chrysler dealership mechanic said he would not be driving his family around in the car if it were his. This seems to be a recurring problem from what i have found on line. Please investigate!
I own a 2005 pacifica limited, i purchased this car in 2009 from a chrysler dealer. I have taken this carback to the same dealer who sold me the car for servicing (oil change, repairs, ect). Not once was i informed (during the purchase or any time during servicing the pacifica) about the rotting subframe. I have all of my records showing the inspection underneath with no mention of the rotting/rusted subframe. This car belongs to my wife and she drives our two kids in this car (not anymore). After reviewing other similar complaints i am very upset and frustrated with this whole situation. I have had electrical problems with this car and the whole time it could have been from the rotting/rusted subframe (that was never mentioned). I have put soooo much money into the repairs of this car and i feel like most could have been avoided, had i known about the subframe.
Sub frame rotted out, i am confused that you said that this item is a a consumer satisfaction issue. It is a crumple zone in case you have a frontal impact. So based on it,s function it should be a safety issue ????. The strongest part of the car is the first part to rot away, that is totally unacceptable. I need feedback on this ??????
I'm writing in regards to chrysler's recall nhtsa # 06v432000 no.f44 fuel pump / power train control module software.my vehicle is having the same issue as the recall. I contacted chrysler on july 30 2014. And was told that my vin was not apart of the recall. I told them my vehicle is stalling as im going over 50mph my gas tank goes from half full to empty and the e light turns on. If i don't rush to the gas station my car will die as if it had no fuel left. My gas pedal gets stuck while driving and i have to tap it with my foot to unstick it. I'm a stay at home mother to 3 boys under the age of 5 years old. I read online the horror stories of people with the same problem and year make model everything and chrysler is not doing anything to fix the problem. Please help me fix this problem before me and my children and everyone else before a serious accident is to happen.
Chrysler pacifica engine cradle rot. New york state dmv refuses to renew my registration due to yearly inspection failed. The safety of the vehicle due to the engine cradle rot. Salt corrosion.
Engine cradle rust.oil change last week, mechanic said he would not let his wife drive this car.190,000 miles, mechanically just fine, clean, no body rust.engine cradle is a rotted, rusted mess.we may try to weld some thick steel to it in an effort to save the car.nothing to lose at this point, cannot sell it and it's not worth much just sitting.
The subframe/engine cradle of my car is completely rusted through.this issue came up a few years ago and chrysler said because my car was built after 2/23/04-3/31/04 it was not part of their recall/extended warranty for this known issue.i took my car in for annual inspection last week (i personally paid for the repairs the last time) and the subframe is rusted through on the other side and on the "h" bar.again, chrysler said there is nothing they can do and that because my car was built 8/19/04 (outside the recalled vehicles) they could not help.at any point in time my engine can fall through the subframe.the steel is paper thin, peeling, and to the point that there are holes i can put my fist through.
Vehicle sub-frame has rusted, engine cradle rusted.car unsafe to drive.why has a recall not been issued.i brought vehicle in for an oil change.if not informed by my mechanic the engine and transmission could have fallen out with disasterous consequences.a sub-frame should not rust out on a 10 year old vehicle.
We had been on a road trip and were driving home. We were making a stop to get gas and saw smoke coming out from the engine area. We smelt something burning and found that the firewall insulation had fallen down on the catalytic converter and began to burn.we were able to get the insulation pull out and away from the converter before it caused major damage to the vehicle.if we had not stopped there would have been a fire and destroyed the vehicle. We contacted the chrysler dealership and they said there was no recall and the part was obsolete and they could not do anything for us and also stated that the car was fine and could still be driven.the insulation is there for a reason and this was an unacceptable response from chrysler. We have still been trying to get resolution from chrysler and also called their care center and was given the same response that there was nothing they could do. And provided a phone number for a dealership that deals with mopar parts.again was told that the part was obsolete and not available.
Front subframe/engine cradle rusted through could cause engine to fall while in operation. No service bullitons or recalls. Seems to be a known isdue with this vehicle
Mechanic lifted my 2005 pacifica (150,000+ miles), to change what we thought was a bad crank shaft sensor. While on lift, noticed the engine cradle was over 75% cracked and rusted. He advised this is a very severe driving hazard for me and my 3 children to drive and due to the cracking, the engine could fall at any time. He would not repair and stayed if i were to find a mechanic willing to repair this, is be looking atleast $3000. Very upset and worried that this being my means of transportation, will it be safe if repaired ?
I purchased a 2005 chrysler pacifica from prime auto sales on 10/19/18 for $4573.13.on 8/24/19 i took the vehicle to midas to have brakes installed on the vehicle.midas did not even want to put the brakes on the car, because they say the car is unsafe to drive.they informed me that the engine cradle is completely rusted out and i should not drive the vehicle.they told me that it is illegal for a dealership to sell unsafe vehicles with this much frame damage.this is not something that happens overnight.they had to know this when they sold me the vehicle.also they misled me when i purchased the car by saying that it was an all-wheel drive vehicle when it was not.now, not only am i paying a car loan but because i have a loan i am required to carry full-coverage insurance on a vehicle that is not even safe for my family to ride in.
The sub frame is rotted out and dangerous. I will have to get it replaced. Apparently this is a very known problem with these cars.
This is a real problem the sub-frame that holds the engine to the car is rusted throughthe engine cradle is rusted thru and will become a hazard to drive without repairs the cars are dangerous to drive because the engines can fall out.
Entire subframe, engine cradle, riddled with corrosion and rust.spoke with chrysler customer service last year and was told that my pacifica was built/ assembled in delawer therefore my car is not covered by the recall .i found several car with the same issue, my mechanic placed the car up on the lift and got the shock of his day. The whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded. I could put my hand through it, it was so corroded. He told me, basically, that i should get the car fixed or get rid of it i had the car for almost 3 years and the dealer never reported the problem, and i don't believe i could catch it unless i got under the car, additionally it will take more the 3 year for the much rust to shows
The auto lights went out on passenger side, when turning wheels to the left it has cracking & popping noise, brakes are hard to stop, to many recalls, under carriage is rusted
Recently bought a 2005 chrysler pacifica. After doing some research online i discovered that there has been thousands of complaints about the engine cradle rusting out due to chrysler improperly coating the framework. I naturally went out to look at mine to make sure it did not have the same problem. I was very disappointed. I bought this vehicle for a family vehicle and now do not feel safe driving it with my 4 children and cannot afford the repairs as my savings was used to purchase said vehicle. One would think after thousands of such dangerous claims that the nhtsa would do something about this
My 2005 chrysler pacifica failed inspection due to the sub-frame rotting out.this vehicle is garage kept and in the 8 years i own it, i have driven it less than 25,000 miles.apparently this is a real problem with this model.is chrysler offering any remedies or recalls for this sub-frame problem?
I took my car into the mechanic to have the water pump replaced which he did. But he also told me that it was not safe to drive because the cradle holding the engine in was all rusted out. And that the engine could just fall out at any moment. And that the car would stop i would lose steering. He did show me he pictures on his phone. And told me he would look for a cradle for my car. So i went home to check this problem out on the internet and found that other pacifica's were having this problem also. So i think chrysler needs to compensate us and get this problem fixed before somebody is killed. Luckily my mechanic let me know this so that i would not be driving on a highway. After realizing i could make a complaint i ask my mechanic if he still had the pictures on his phone. No he did not he had dropped his phone in the water while fishing. But if you look onthe internet you will see other people who have had this problem also with their pacifica's. And there are youtube video showing how this must be repaired and how to put a new cradle on to the pacific. It's not an easy or fun job and it is an expensive job if you can find a cradle.
Our 2005 chrysler pacifica subframe/kframe is rusting through. I have read numerous complaints about this issue and feel there shoul've been a recall
2005 chrysler pacifica touring. Have had the car 4 months. This is our third cd/dvd player. We have had music cds become jammed two times and the dealer has had to replace the units. Currently not using the player for music or dvds, trying to avoid the pain of dealing with the dealership.
I took my car into to have a suspension check o replaced the strurss when my mechanic called me and told my that the frame or engine cradle was rusted out. He took some pictures and there are holes in the cradle. He advised me not to put anymore money into this car.
The engine cradle is very rusted
A small piece of road debris ( 1x4 board) contacted the underside of my 2005 chrysler pacifica puncturing the fuel tank.the tanks is hung lower than the surrounding chassis components and does not have any type of shield or skid plate, leaving it rather vulnerable to damage from road debris.furthermore the tanks is located close to the exhaust and catalytic converter.cost to replace the tank was in excess of $1000.00.the local chrysler dealer felt there was no problem with the design and that there is no fix available to prevent this from re-occurring.furthermore the local dealership had no knowledge on any reporting system within daimler chrysler to whom we could report our concerns.
2005 chrysler pacifica throttle requires excessive force to depress causing the vehicle to lurch forward when the throttle finally moves. We reported the issue to our dealer approximately 18 months ago. They seemed to have prior knowledge of the issue and repaired it while the vehicle was in for repairs after striking a dog (unreleated to the defect). Now the issue has returned and when my wife called to schedule service to have the issue repaired again the dealership wouldn't schedule a time to repair the defect and actually acted as if they weren't aware of the issue and would need several hours to troubleshoot the issue prior to repairing it. I researched the issue online and evidently this is an issue with the throttle body assembly which typically takes an hour of labor time to treat the symptom which eventually returns. It also seems to be a common issue with the pacifica. The issue with our vehicle is becomming serious and now that our local dealership in lugoff, sc seems to have no desire to help us i'm not sure where to take it for repair.
I purchased a 2005 pacifica touring with awd in the summer of 2006. Three times my car has had difficulties when there was a dusting of snow blowing over the road.the 1st incident was on jan. 24 2007, the front end of my vehicle started to lose control and finally i went into a spin.i was in the left lane of a 2 lane road heading south.my car spun in front of the vehicle in the right lane, through the ditch, and finally ended up in the trees on the other side of the ditch.i suffered only minor injuries-neck sprain, but i took out a highway sign and a tree.damages to my car totaled over $11,000, i got it back from the body shop 1 month after the accident. The 2nd time i was by myself, the 3rd time i had my 1 year old daughter in the back seat, both times i wasn't driving fast, the second time it kept swaying even after slowing down to 30 mph. This has caused me a lot of concern so my husband started having to drive me to work during the winter months.now we are planning to sell the pacifica because of the poor gas mileage.i don't feel comfortable selling this vehicle without reassurance that there's nothing wrong with it. Recently the front end has started to make noise every once in a while also.it makes a low thudding sound that makes my ears feel like they're going to pop.my husband tried putting the car in neutral and turning the ignition off, but it still kept making the noise.it first started about 2 months ago and i've heard it three times, we've also had problems with the blinkers failing to turn off.
I went to get the 2005 chrystler pacifica inspected and was told by the mechanic that the bottom was rusted so badly that the engine would fall out, and further that the year make and model was under recall for the same problem, the bottom rusting out horribly. I called chrystler with the vin # and was told this 1 wasn't part of the recall even though it was the same year and make of the recall. I owe 4,400$ on the car and now am told the repairs would exceed 5,000$. I financed it for 6,455$ at the start. I'm disabled and greatly in need of help, i don't know what to do i have made a slew of calls to no avail at this point and continue to make payments as i don't want to ruin my credit, please help me, i don't know what to do.
I was traveling down the road and was turning slightly at a curve at the road, i was traveling at approximately 25-30 mph and the car just shut off completely. It did start back up and has driven ok but was told it was a previous recall issue but i haven't been able to find it so i'm taking the next step.
Power steering leak inspected lines.. Found #2 cross member to frame rusted out( right side/ passenger side) no support to engine .one owner 79,000. Miles..
Brake pedal fell away from my foot and abs light came on while braking at highway speeds.light went off, but came on again later.days later, more brake failures that made stopping difficult.
Engine cradle rotted through.firestone tells me it is unsafe to drive.
Cross member under engine rusted all the way through
I have a 2005 chrysler pacifica and i was experiencing problems with a "clicking noise" coming from underneath the front end of my car. Upon inspection by my mechanic it became evident that the "engine cradle" which holds up engine was completely rotted through with about 80% of visible corrosion (i really wish i could actual attach pictures of corrosion provided to me by my mechanic). Upon further investigation, i discovered that this "engine cradle" corrosion problem has been acknowledged by chrysler and an extended warranty was issued to repair this part for 04 and 05 pacifica's. Extended warranty letter id is: 0004617/#45543/x26...however, when i contacted chrysler, i was informed that based on the vin # of my car, i did not qualify for chryslers extended warranty for this issue (10 yrs or 150,000 miles) - the letter chrysler issued for this extended warranty clearly states that it covers 2004-2005 chrysler pacifica's, and even though i fall within the model year, geographical region, and the 10yr/150,000mile guidelines of extended warranty, chrysler claims that my 2005 was not manufactured within some narrow manufacturing window to qualify for this extended warranty. In closing, unfortunately, due to financial constraints, and the costly nature of this repair (2-3k), i have no choice but to drive this car the way it is at the moment - i do understand that it is clearly unsafe to drive this car and it probably shouldn't be on the road - however, i do have a valid state inspection sticker from previous year, so my car is "legal to drive", and i really have no choice but to continue to utilize this car until i can come up with a resolution (all i can do at this point is keep my fingers crossed and pray that i don't cause any harm to myself or anybody else). What should i / can i do to next? can you please help me and advise accordingly. Thank you sincerely [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Dealership informwd me after my 100,000 mile warranty was up and paying them 2000 dollars to repair other things that the engine cradel was rusted and was dangerous.they let me drive off the lotand i have been back for other repairs and the rust is getting worse.chrysler told me there was only a few month period that they would warranty this problem. What can i do since i cannot afford to fix this problem?
The accelerator pedal sticks when the vehicle is in reverse.the pedal has to be pushed down with excessive force in order for it to release, causing a forceful reaction.
I contacted fca chrysler after i was told by mechanic that the engine cradle of my 2005 pacifica was rotted through and that it was extremely dangerous to drive. Brought car to mechanic for immediate repair. Contacted fca and was told that extended warranty applies to cars only built between feb. 2004 and mar 2004. My car was built may of 2004 and has the same problem. How can this not be recalled when this is an extremely dangerous matter.
The engine cradle is rotted and the engine may fall out. I've read what other people had said and it is a known issue that chrysler is aware of and is a extremely serious issue and to repair this issue is not cheap also. Please help me
When you hit the brakes a noise comes out of the rear brakes (more on the rear passenger side) and i feel a small vibration on the brake pedal. When i let go of the pedal the noise stops.this happens when the car is moving and is worse if you pulling a trailer at 50 to 60 mph. It's been happening since i gotthe car 6/15/2019.
Extensive under carriage rusting
I was driving from work was stopped at a light and the car stopped. Ihad people push the car to the curb. Iwaited for help and the car started after about a half hour. I was driving the car about three months later with my 11 yera old in the car and the carstarted toslow down. Iwas able toturn intoa parking lot and the car stopped. The car would not start, even though dashboard lights came on. I had the car towed to my home.
I had been having issues with my vehicle sputtering while driving on and off for a few months.i had a tune- up done which worked for a few weeks until it started up again.i was driving my children to school when the car started to jerk front and back and the engine would alternate between reving up and sputtering like it was going to die out.i managed to drop my kids of at school and get back home.my husband took the car in and they service guy said that it would cost around $5000.00 to repair.he stated that the engine mount was cracked and the frame was rusted which had caused damage to some of thevehicle wiring.we took it to another shop and the service guy at this shop said the same.he told us that the vehicle was not safe to drive that the engine could essentially fall right out while i was driving it.needless to say i decided not to drive the vehicle again.i used this vehicle to drive my children everywhere. I am extremely frustrated with this situationbecause i was not aware of this type of problem with my vehicle prior to this incident.i am thankful that nothing happened while i was driving with my children; but i can't help but wonder how may other people are out there driving around in this vehicle not knowing what could happen.my husband contacted chrylser which was a waste of time.i wonder how they can get away with this. Not only am i out of a car but i cant get much on a trade in because the vehicle isn't safe to drive.
This is an old story.2005 chrysler pasifica. I adjusted (move forward) accel and brake pedal position by electric position adjustment system. Then i went to a highway (i94, mi), my car did not speed at all. Very slow. So, i could not follow the flow of other vehicle, i was almost be crashed.i immediately quit from the highway and checked the pedals. The reason of the issue was poor stroke of the pedals. In case of pacifica, when we move the pedals forward more than middle position, moving range of the accel pedal was reduced less than half because the pedal hit on the floor. Also, this problem causes auto cruise system problem. Because the pedal can not move more than half of its range, the system can not pull the pedal correctly. Then the vacuum hose drops out from the line. My vehicle suddenly slow down when the problem occurred.i went to chrysler service center and they reconnect the vacuum hose again.i am sure this is a design error and should be improved immediately. Maybe recall.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at any speed, the vehicle would abnormally veer toward the right. The contact also stated that the brakes would involuntarily engage when driving at any speed. Once the brakes disengaged, the vehicle would surge forward momentarily. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 73,500. Updated 5/24/11 the vehicle stalled while in reverse, a water pump was installed and the vehicle surged forward
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while reversing at 5 mph, the accelerator pedal became stuck in a partially depressed position. The contact hit the pedal with force to release it from that position. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a pole. There were no injuries. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer for an inspection and the dealer offered no assistance. The vehicle was repaired for the body damages, but the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 160,000.
I have previously reported a problem with the 2005 chrysler pacifica stalling when turning. The problem has progressively worsened.this month alone, (december 2011) the car has stalled 5 times. I am afraid to drive the car for fear that i will crash when it stalls.there are so many chrysler pacifica owners that are reporting the same problem.along with the stalling issue, the gas pedal sticks and needs to be pushed rather hard.a third problem i have encountered this year is the headlamps "burning out".i have replaced the front left headlamp three this year. I am familiar with the handling instructions for headlamps.i am greatly distressed by these problems, especially the stalling.i have children that i drive around in this car.please do something about chrysler's failure to fix this problem.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal would become stuck sporadically.the dealer diagnosed that the throttle body was defective.the manufacturer was not contacted.the vehicle was not repaired.the failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 43,000.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica. I purchased the vehicle new in 2006. The accelerator on the vehicle sticks forcing me to apply a great deal of pressure to make it go. I have been told that this is the result of the accumulation of gunk in the throttle and that this is a common problem with the pacifica. I believe this poses a safety issue for me and my family along with other motorists. This is clearly a manufacturers defect since it is so common place in the pacificas. I would like to ask your agency's help in making chrysler accountable to fix this defect before someone gets killed.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the headlights failed without any warning. The contact also mentioned that the accelerator pedal became stuck and she would have to press hard on the brakes to get them to release. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 81,000.
The gas pedal on my 2005 chrysler pacifica touring model sticks upon acceleration from idle or cold start.it also has a tendency to be hard to push after deceleration to acceleration.this occurs every time going from idle to acceleration and approximately 50% of the time while running.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the accelerator pedal became stuck causing the vehicle to accelerate without manual force. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge failed with the illumination of the low fuel and check engine warning lights. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that once he removed pressure from the accelerator pedal, the pedal would become very resistant to being depressed again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Dt*:the contact stated at various speeds, while letting off of the accelerator pedal, the vehicle stalled intermittently.the vehicle restarted with no delay.the dealership replaced the computer, but the problem persisted.the vehicle was currently at the dealership.
Sticky accelerator pedal 2005 chrysler pacifica. No easy way to accelerate out of full stop.
My chrysler pacifica 2005, has a problem with the gas pedal. It is sticking when i want to accelerate. I have to push it really hard to unstick the pedal.
My gas pedal sticks while driving the car or after i stop the car at a light or sign.when at a complete stop, i have to push hard on the pedal,which makes the car lurch forward.when i am driving on the expressway, it gets stuck and i am not able to accelerate, which can cause an accident.i see that i am not the only one with this problem.i took the car to the dealership, the tech knew what i was talking about, said that it was a throttle body assembly that gets old and needs to be replaced for 200 bucks.if this is happening on the majority of the pacificas, why do the consumers need to pay to have it replaced.this is a strict liability negligence, not my fault.
Sticking gas pedal on 2005 chrysler pacific.
When parking or low speed 2 to 5 mph the gas pedal stick you have to hit it hard it happen to the wife two times and now she dose not like driving ithappen to me 3 or 4 times. The 1st time she said what is the matter with you. Has this happen to other people[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact removed her foot from the accelerator pedal and noticed that the pedal became stuck in a partially depressed position. After applying pressure to the accelerator pedal it released. The vehicle was taken to the dealer four different times for a diagnostic test. The technician applied oil to the throttle to serve as a lubricant. The failure continued after the repair. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.
On october 25, 2006 i drove down my lane in my 2005 chrysler pacifica to pick up my mail at the end of the driveway my 4 year old daughter was in the back seat in a car seat.after retrieving my mail. I backed up and bumped a small tree. I then put the car in drive and at that moment was propelled forward at a high speed without my foot on the gas pedal.within an instant i collided with a larger tree.ihit my head on the windshield, breaking the glass.no air bags deployed.the entire front bumper of the car was destroyed at the center point. My daughter bit her tongue, but otherwise was fine.the car could not be moved after that as the steering fluid was emptied onto the driveway.we filed a police report and had aaa tow the car.i was then taken to emergency.i had hit my hard enough to break the windshield and had cat scan and reported to have a concussion.the damage to the car was approximately $7000.00.my insurance company, westfield insurance covered everything except a $500 deductible, and did supply me with a rental car for 30 days. On november 25, 2006 i received mail from chrysler informing me of a fuel pump recall.on monday, directly after picking the car, i immediately took the car to the chrysler dealership for the recall.i will not drive it again until the fuel pump has been repaired.i know that the reason i went forward without my foot on the gas was due to fuel injection or fuel pump issues.on tuesday november 28, ladd hanford chrysler informed me that their computer that would be fixing the software issues that cause the fuel pump to malfunction was not working. They wanted me to pick up my pacifica and bring it back at a later date'''' i would not be doing that, because i am completely skeptical of the safety on my car. I will not drive it until in has been repaired. The dealer took it to another nearby dealership to resolve the issue, only to discover that they also could not fix the software glitch.
Driving on the highway at about 55mph the car begins jerking lights flashing car slows down and would not accelerate. The car has done this several times resulting in the car shutting off and wouldn't start until the next day.
Shifter locked in "park". Pink safety tab broke.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while attempting to enter a highway, the vehicle would not move forward. After shifting into park and back into drive, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and lunged forward. The failure occurred five times. The contact called the manufacturer and was told that they were aware of the failure. The manufacturer stated that the throttle was the cause of the failure and needed to be cleaned out every 30,000 miles. The vehicle had not been repaired when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000. The current mileage was 62,508.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated to respond and then surged forward. A whistling noise emitted from the engine. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 16,000.
I was making a 800 mile trip in my 2005 chrysler pacifica and noticed that the throttle was starting to stick when my cruise control was disengaged.the only way to fix it was to stomp on the gas pedal.i pulled over to see if there was something stuck around the pedal or even the throttle cable but couldn't find anything.the throttle only stuck when the tac was at around 2700 to 3000 rpms.when i made it to my destination i got on the internet to see if there was anything posted about this problem.to my surprise there were quite a few and some of them within the same mileage and or conditions. Most of them took there car to the dealer who either charged them for a new throttle body or pedal assembly or even the throttle cable.i just went out and looked at mine and discovered that a hose that came from the cars air intake was rubbing against the throttle spring and cables.i loosely zip tied the hose to the alternators mounting bracket and haven't had another problem.but the hose was being cut by the cable.i caught mine before it was to bad.
Braking issue; abs light on; intermittent brake failure; front upper motor mount as well as motor mount by radiator; (front left cv axle recently repaired) braking problem persist 2005 chrysler pacifica just today, have a $706.00 repair quote: just paid 207.18 2 days ago to replace left front cv axel !
Entire subframe, engine cradle, riddled with corrosion and rust.spoke with chrysler customer service last year and was told that my pacifica was built/ assembled in delawer therefore my car is not covered by the recall .i found several car with the same issue, my mechanic placed the car up on the lift and got the shock of his day. The whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded. I could put my hand through it, it was so corroded. He told me, basically, that i should get the car fixed or get rid of it i had the car for almost 3 years and the dealer never reported the problem, and i don't believe i could catch it unless i got under the car, additionally it will take more the 3 year for the much rust to shows
We have a 2005 chrysler pacifica. That keeps cutting off.the first time it happen i thought well maybe it was something i did. The second time was when i was turning onto a 2 lane roadcome home late.the car just turned completely off. No warning at all. Thankfullythe car swerved and missed me and my kids. I then tookit toallen samuel's alliance. I told them what was happening and also told them my left light keeps having a short in it. And at times cuts off.the dealer called me back and advised that the light had a defect to it and that for the engine failure it was due to my throttle needing to be cleaned.that was not covered under warranty and had to pay $300 to get that cleaned. I then was called back several hours later and was told that the throttle had been clean but it they test drove it and it seemed like something else was going on. They asked if i wouldlet them keep it until the morning so that they can have there tech look at it again in the morning. I said okay although at this point it was going on the 4th day with out having a replacement vehicle.i was called the next day and was told it wasthe rear motor mount that need to be replaced. And that was covered however i need to pay my deductible. We went ahead and had them fix the problem . This was at the end of july. It is now september and my 2005 chrysler pacifica is in the shop again .because as i was driving it staled on me again... Took it back to the shop and on my way there it staled again. All of sudden my 2005 chrysler pacifica stared making this loud noise when i would accelerated and or turn left........ When we got to the dealer they advise again that now another motor mount has broke... My car has been there a week. And i have not received a loaner car because the warranty company is saying that they will not replace itmy 2005 chrysler only has 39,926 ....and the dealership is saying that they will help us out with payment plans the repair is 1,100.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle spontaneously accelerated. The malfunction indicator and abs warning indicator illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle did not stop. The contact manually shifted into parkand removed the key from the ignition switch in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
I have a 2005 chyrsler pacifica.the gas pedal is sticking.it sticks hard enough that you have to forcefully push the accelerator peddle down.this causes unwanted rapid acceleration!the problem is getting worse in the past three weeks.the pedal has gotten stuck four times.i was backing out of a parking space and the car accelerated in reverse.unsure, if my family car is safe, for my family.
Accelerator stuck open when braking traveling ~ 10mph.this happened 3 different times within 9 months span.i had to put the gear in neutral and turn off the engine.chrysler dealer in lithia, or examined my 2005 chrysler pacifica and was unable to reproduce the problem and did nothing to correct it.
I just want to voice my feelings on this company (chrysler) concerning the chrysler pacifica 2005 awd why wasn't this car recalled as a whole. It is a piece of crap i bought this car as a reliable family car being that i am a single mother of 5. I researched this car to make sure that it was going to be the right fit. I have had to buy 3 batteries for this car which to me seems to be a lot. The car burned oil constantly and no one could tell me where the oil was going, i had to have the motor mount changed i had to replace the egr valve failed my emissions because of it right after meaning seconds after it was changed the check engine light came back on while at the shop showing that the catalytic converter needed to be changed! not only did i have to pay for the egr valve but i also had to buy a two year waiver for my emissions in order to get my tabs because there was no way that i was going to be able to afford a catalytic converter. Got the catalytic converter changed and the check engine light went off for about a month or so but came right back on. Had to get the radiator repaired and now there is 5 different codes popping up p0305, p0404, p0736, p179, and p0720 im sure these codes mean nothing to you but i needed to address. I don't understand how so many complaints were made and these are from families people who spend a little more money on something that is not a mini van to end up with some crap!!!!! no one wants to spend their hard erned money on car repairs when i have to make life decsions on food on the talbe or fix my car well we are eating rice. I am attaching links from online complaints. Http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/chrysler_pacifica.htmlhttp://www.edmunds.com/chrysler/pacifica/2005/consumer-reviews.htmlno family should have to go through this.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle and accelerator pedal stuck. The vehicle lunged forward so the contact had to depress the brake pedal firmly to avoid a crash. The failure had been occurring daily since 2010. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 79,000.
Gas pedal sticks when accelerating and doesn't release when foot is removed causing unwanted acceleration. Pressing on brake does not help. Only way to get pedal to unstick is to hit it forceably with your foot sometimes several times before it will release. Floor mat has been removed and it didn't help situation. Gas pedal sticking and causing unwanted acceleration started happening every once and awhile here and there but has increased in frequency and is now happening everytime i drive the vehicle. I am concerned for my and my childrens safety as it has already caused a minor accident when i rear ended another driver because the car continued to accelerate after i removed my foot from gas pedal, but afraid it will cause a more serious accident in the future.
When driving the car would stall at stop signs or has issues maintaining speed going up hills. Also i took the vehicle into a mechanic and they told me the sub-frame is completely rotted through and the steering is being held together with 1 bolt. They stated the car is unsafe to drive.
2005 chrysler pacifica. Consumer states defective airbag *tgwthe consumer stated the air bag light illuminated in september 2009. Also,there were problems with the transmission control module, brakes, wheel sensors, a clogged throttle body and for the past 18 months there has been a popping sound coming from the left side of the steering components. The dealership made repairs three times, but the popping sound eventually came back.the drive shaft was replaced three time and the rack and pinion was replaced three times.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle started to jerk and then stalled. While the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated at a rapid speed. The contact was able to control the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the egr valve, water temperature sensor, and intake manifold gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 155,753.
Driving to work at 5:30 am, the gas pedal began to stick and the car was slowing down on the highway, so to keep up with traffic, i depressed it harder to make the car go at least 65, it went all the way down freely as if it had no stopping point but the car continued to slow. All the time the engine was racing about as fast as my heart and mind. Scared and praying not to injure anyone, i tried again and again, and the pedal caught it self and began to react normally for a about 30 seconds with it stuck again and the car's engine began a sound of rushing and the car began to coast. I proceeded off the highway coasting and the pedal caught again and i was able to pull in to work.i am deathly afraid to drive my car...
I just took my 2005 chrysler pacific in due to the gas pedal sticking.the gas pedal would stick and i would have to press on it hard in order for it to work. This would happen almost everytime i started up my car.the service person stated that there was some type build up due to wear and tear on the vehicle. I only have 42,000 miles on my car.i paid for the repair (approx $190) because my warranty didn't cover the problem.i can't believe that at 42,000 this would happen.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. Whenever the contact attempted to accelerate, she would notice that extra pressure had to be placed on the pedal in order for the vehicle to accelerate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The current and the failure mileage was 60,000.the vin was not available.
I have 2005 chrysler pacificathe accelerator pedal is sticky. It becomes sticky when driving slowing, sometime you will be force to step on the pedal and it will takeoff.
As i sat at a stop light waiting for it to turn green, the speedometer jumped up to 20 mph and the vehicle lunged forward. I almost rear ended the vehicle in front of me. The vehicles check engine light came on and had stated on since than. I had the code scanned and it came back as codes p0700 and p0740. I searched for the meaning of those codes and they pretty much said it was the tcm (transmission control module) which had been recalled on several chrysler pacifica's. I called the local dealer and they said that was not a recall on my vin specific vehicle. I of course asked how it was not recalled on my vehicle when everything i have read says it was for all 2005-2006 pacifica's. There have been other reports of this same incident happening with other pacifica owners as well. I would like to have the tcm on my vehicle recalled and replaced just as thousands of others were. If i had been and closer to any of the vehicles in front of me the several times this has happened then i would have rear ended several people by now and none of the accidents would have been my fault. These incidents happen every time i am driving in town. It never lunes forward as far as i am aware, on the freeway. Please help me fix this problem before it does cause an accident.
I have had several incidents of the accelerator pedal sticking.i have taken it into the dealer with no results.i have e-mailed chrysler and they tell me to take it to the dealer.with the recent toyota accelerator pedal problems, i am concerned that others are experiencing the same problems.i see one other in your records.
2005 chrysler pacfica has a sticky gas pedal. Gas pedal will get stuck while driving and then cause the car to lunge forward when gets un stuck. It is not very safe at all.
Defective sticking gas pedal on chrysler pacifica.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle stalled without warning.the dealer replaced the idler control motor but the problem persists. When the gas gauge reads a half tank, the needle would drop. The dealer replaced the sending unit, fuel level module.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact was involved in two crashes.in the first crash, the contact struck a deer and the air bags failed to deploy.the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair, but the more it was repaired, the more failures were found.in the second crash, the vehicle automatically accelerated uphill at a high rate of speed and spun out.the vehicle flipped over repeatedly and landed upside down, nearly killing the contact.the vehicle was destroyed.a police report was filed.after the crashes, she received a safety recall notice for the fuel pump module or program pcm.the speed, recall number, and mileages were unknown.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While operating the vehicle, the accelerator pedal suddenly malfunctioned and became stuck causing the vehicle to experience unintended acceleration. In addition, while driving approximately 30 mph, the speedometer displayed the speed as 70 mph. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.the failure mileage was 103,000.
Sticky gas pedal; a/cwater drains inside passenger cabin.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While reversing at 2 mph, the throttle became stuck and the vehicle inadvertently accelerated and crashed into another vehicle, a dumpster, and a telephone pole. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries sustained. The vehicle was towed to a collision repair facility. The source of the failure could not be determined. The contact stated that the same failure occurred two years ago. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 42,000.
Upon parking the vehiclesurged/accelerated. This happenedthree times. Consumer contacted chrysler. But, chrysler would do nothing to assist the consumer.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica.on three occasions the gas pedal on this car has stuck.the car is under warranty.i took it to the dealer, kerry in milford, ohio and asked to have this potentially dangerous situation corrected.their service people tell me that this is "wear and tear" and not covered by the warranty, and that i can pay $170 for them to clean out the "gunk" under the car, which is likely to be causing the sticking.in over 40 years of driving i have never had this problem before.i wrote chrysler who initially told me that they couldn't repair because the warranty was run, and then, when i corrected that error, said it was not covered under the bumper to bumper warranty.
I own a 2005 chrysler pacifica with a sticky accelerator pedal.we took it to the dealer during the summer 2008 and we were told the throttle cable in the accelerator had carbon build up and had to be cleaned.the dealer cleaned it and it was fine until we had to take it back on 12/21/09.again they cleaned the throttle cable.the first repair was covered by the warranty.the second time cost us $125. I believe our pacifica has the same problem as the toyotas'. I'm sure we'll have to take it back again.
My 2005 pacifica has a gas pedal that sticks. Sometimes you must push it super hard causing a jerking of the car. Also, the abs light comes on after 3 or 4 min. I will feel a hard brake pedal [like their not working] before this happens.
My problems began on 10/03/05 @ 2,826 miles.since that time there have been a litany of problems through eighteenmonths.wheel sensors -6 were replaced. Front end noise like a rubbing sound.returned to dealer several times. Accelerator sticking. Returned to dealer several times each time they lubricated the linkage but after two weeks the problem continued. At this point nothing else was done concerning the accelerator. Next, problem a defective axle, replaced.power module replaced.doors would not lock and car would not start after installation of the power module.the car had to be towed to the dealer. It was repaired.parking brake assembly fell apart in the rear brakes as i was driving down the highway.parking brake assembly replaced by the dealer.front end vibration again brought to dealers attention.another wheel sensor replaced.on 5/24/07 brought my pacifica back to the dealer concerning the front end noise.they replaced the power steering pump on 5/30/07.on 6/04/07 returned to the dealer noise in front end still there.also, the accelerator still sticks.concerning the front end noise, they said that a power steering line was leaking and they repaired it.the accelerator butterfly was finally replaced after over a year of complaints.on 6/08/07 i returned the car because of the same noise in the front end every time you turn left or right.at this point they decided to replace the steering rack. I picked up the car on 6/14/07 the vibration rubbing noise was still there.i returned to the dealer on 6/15/07.the service manager told me that they could not fix the car and to take the car home and wait for chrysler to call.it has now been 6 weeks and they have not called.i have called the dealer several times for up dates ,they say that they do not have any information.chrysler's letter, dated 6/26/07 states, " we consider this matter closed," even though the car has still not been repaired.
Accelerator sticks in idle position.the problem is continuous once engine reaches operating temperature.occasionally accelerator sticks requiring very heavy foot pressure to break loose causing the vehicle to lurch forward.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated the accelerator pedal stuck; he stated that it would release when he pressed hard on the pedal. The vehicle had not been inspected at the time of the complaint.the failure mileage was approximately 66,000. The current mileage is approximately 67,000. Updated 10/27/10 updated 11/01/10
Our 2005 pacifica touring awd was purchased new in 2005, we had a problem with the cruise control at about 4000 miles. When driving out of town the cruise control shut off, the indicator light on the instrument panel still had the cruise light on , but the set light went off. We could not use the cruise control until we pulled over and restarted the engine. This happened again around 16000 miles. Both times the dealer said they could not recreate the problem.around 17, 500 miles the radio would not delay and stayedon after the ignition was turned to off. About two weeks later the map lights would not work when the engine was running. It was brought to the dealer and we were told that the body control module (bcm) was bad and it would be replaced. The part was ordered and installed. In january of 2007 my wife (seven months pregnant) and members of her family drove the pacifica to kansas for a family wedding. On the return trip while driving through texas around 10:00pm the instrument panel, brake lights, turn signals, radio, air conditioner/heater all failed. The only working interior/exterior lights were the automatic headlights. She called me and i notified the dealer, who told me to have her bring it in "when she gets back". Thankfully a family member in the car had a gps enabled cell phone with a speedometer and they made it back without incident. The bcm was found to be the problem and a new unit was ordered and installed. In march of 2007 the map lights once again stopped working and the vehicle was brought to the dealership yet again. Once again the bcm was the problem and it was replaced. We notified chrysler customer service and they had the dealer technician check the wire splicing for the instrument panel thinking that was the problem. The technician could not find anything that would cause the bcm failures and we were told that it should not happen again. Needless to say we are worried that this may start happening again.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the windows and mirrors are too small and obstruct visibility.while backing out of the driveway, she struck another vehicle.she has struck three vehicles and believes that the lack of visibility is the cause.the speed, powertrain, and failure mileage were unknown.the current mileage was 22,599 updated 03-05-08 . Updated 03/05/08
Body control module failure, lost headlights , wipers, could not close windows, airbag lights came on.if driving at night when module fails you lose all headlights and tail lights.was driving at the time of failure.
I wanted to bring to your attention a safety condition with certain years on the chrysler pacifica.many of the pacificas engine cradles are severely rusted; to the point of if a break occurs the engine will fall out of the vehicle. This issue is mainly on years 2004-2005.(i own a 2005 model with severe rusted engine cradle.)the estimated cost of this repair is between $2,500 and $3,000.i have contacted chrysler several times about this safety issue, the 1st time was nov of 2013 with the most recent being 4/1/2014. Chrysler just says ?we?re looking into it?. (ref case# 24293830)i have contacted the minnesota attorney general who sent a letter to chrysler, but they declined coverage on my pacifica.i have also filed a complaint with the national highway traffic safety administration.chrysler has acknowledged this issue by extending the warranty on certain build dates, (see letter below):checkout an nbc news report on this issue:www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/minivan-owners-want-chrysler-to-concede-rust-problems-241535881.html.my vehicle has been diagnosed by two mechanics, one of which is roseville chrysler-jeep. And both agree that the engine cradle must be replaced. My vehicle is in perfect condition. The rusted engine cradle would never be noticed by a common person. Someone could have this issue and not know it unless a mechanic would happen to notice it. Luckily mine did!in light of the recent gm issues with ignorance of the power steering issue i would think that chrysler would try and get ahead of this serious safety issue.[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph and when turning on the defroster, the vehicle leaks freon onto the passenger side floor and stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
The glass of the rear window of my chrysler pacifica shattered and exploded out.i had parked the car at my school and locked it.when i came out after class i noticed the window had two holes in it.i originally thought someone had hit my car, but when i got closer i saw glass on the ground outside my car.a person walking by saw the whole thing and left note.he wrote that he heard and saw my window break.he said there was nobody near the car at the time.i believe the glass in the pacifica is defective.the temperature was around 35 degrees.there was no glass in my vehicle.it was as if the window just shattered and exploded out.my fear is that the rest of my windows will also be defective and will shatter and explode when the car is occupied and hurt someone.if this passerby had not witnessed the sua sponte shattering i would have thought that someone just hit my car.i wonder how many other people have had this happen to them without witnesses and just thought they had been a victim of vandalism.
While driving rear window and the sun roof opened, a loud winding noise was heard coming from the rear and front areas. Consumer drovevehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed consumerthat the dealer was aware of the problem, but a solution had not been determined at this time.
Really was happy with my pacifica but now i am afraid to drive it!managed to get through the whole left turn and the car stalls.but now driving down a straight road the whole passenger side window collapsed into the door for not apparent reason.it was on the side my daughter was buckled into her car seat and needless to say scared her to death as rain was soaking her!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving approximately 40 mph in wet conditions, the rear passenger side window failed.the window dropped down into the door and the contact was unable to raise the window.the contact took the vehicle to a repair shop and they repaired the window.the manufacturer stated that they could not be of any assistance.the current and failure mileages were 38,300.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated when driving at various speeds, the vehicle would sporadically begin to lose power. The instrument panel would also intermittently fail. The vehicle was serviced at a local repair facility where the battery was replaced. The mechanic advised that the positive wire was becoming abnormally hot and could potentially cause a fire to occur. In addition, the rear driver side window would intermittently fail to open when engaged. The contact was able to secure an appointment to have the vehicle diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 55,000.
Traveling at highway speeds the sunroof glass was partially separated from the mounting frame.the glass was vertical in the air stream until the car was moved to the side of the road.the glass was fully removed and taken to a glass repair shop to reattach to the mounting frame.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact heard a sound like an explosion. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road and discovered that the sun roof had shattered. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.updated 03/18/16*lj
Driving down the highway with all windows and sunroof closed, suddenly the sunroof burst into a million pieces raining down on me and my family.no impact caused the window to break, it appeared to burst from the inside out.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving 45 mph, the contact's vehicle was passed by an 18-wheeler tractor trailer and her sun roof suddenly exploded with a loud bang.she was able to maintain control of the vehicle.the dealer and the manufacturer stated that they could not assist with the repair costs.the contact had to wait until june 16, 2008 for the parts to arrive for the repair, and the dealer replaced the sun roof at the cost of $343.74.the failure mileage was 30,607 and current mileage was 30,652. Updated 07/15/08.*ljupdated007/15/08
While driving in the clear, with all windows and sun roof closed, without any observed reason, the moon roof "exploded"in a loud bang/pop. Glass and glass fragments (some not so benign) rained down onto my hair, shirt, and pants, but mostly on the unoccupied rear seats where my children were five minutes ago.i still have the broken moon roof.
While driving rear window and the sun roof opened, a loud winding noise was heard coming from the rear and front areas. Consumer drovevehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed consumerthat the dealer was aware of the problem, but a solution had not been determined at this time.
While driving in clear but cloudy conditions all windows closed, the moon roof was closed with its shade in the open position.for no identifiable reason the moon roof exploded with a loud bang and shattered,glass fell onto us, and in the back unocuppied seat. No warning at all.dealer replace moon roof under warranty.
A cracked right rear wheel, and am unable to replace it due to unavailability.where do i get a replacement?
I took my car into the dealer where i purchased it and have it reg. Service i was looking to have a oil change and a sticker. They changed my oil 29.00 and rejected my car for a rotted frame and told i should not drive it. Service manager also told me they chrysler would pay for the part $4500.00 and labor but i was responsible for $300.00 ded. And all the parts that needed to be replaced if any were damaged, motor mounts etc. No loaner or rental this was not my bad the car was great till that day i have a $5000.00 loanand over $5000.00 worth of work to get a sticker. When i went in to sch. Work they said deal off, part was sent back i cried for real.
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact noticed that the passenger front tire was loosing air. The vehicle was taken to the tire garage and the mechanic stated that the wheel was cracked. The wheel wasn't replaced. The manufacturer will be contacted. The vin wasn't available. The failure and current mileages were 139,000.
Took to get a wheel alignment and they said it was a cracked framed and check engine light always on saying a fuse
Multiple issues with this car! i will start with the problems that didn't almost kill myself and my children. The abs light would stay on and the dealer had no resolution. The car would stall while turning. I replaced the battery five times in four years. While idling in the driveway the drivers seat reclined by itself, would not respond to the controls and started smoking! the dealer claims they could not diagnose the problem! lastly, while driving my sons to school, the car was handling poorly and because it was dark and raining, initially i believed that it was wet road conditions. To maintain control of the car, i was traveling in the slow lane and my speed was approx. 30 mph. Upon approaching the top of a small hill, the steering began to vibrate violently, at this time i believed that the car had a flat tire and that was what had caused the poor handling while driving. I immediately hit the button for my hazard lights and began to try to ease into the emergency lane and attempt to stop the car. It was instantly apparent that the car brakes and power steering were not working, which left me struggling at 30 mph and accelerating because of the i was now on the downward side of the hill, to try to maintain control of the car! i was able to keep the car from completely veering to the right and ultimately hit a 5 inch concrete curb that is a turn out for the corner gas station. Upon hitting the curb the car then sprang to the left back into the highway lane. Miraculously, no other vehicles were traveling in that lane at that moment! once, we were out of the car, i learned that the car did not have a flat tire but a part of the front end had broken and caused the passenger front tire to collapse into the wheel well...unbelievable! i believe this to be a defect of the car, in addition to he multitude of other defects of this car!!
When driving the vehicle it shakes on passenger side some awful, scary too feels like its gonna fall down on the street or the tire is gonna fall off.
I have had my car from 2011 till current and replaced the front axles/tie rods at least 3 to 4 times a year. Last incident it broke while pulling out of drive way and i lost control and rolled down a hill into 4 lanes of traffic narrowly missing the gas pumps at the station across the 4 lane thank goodness no one hit me with my young child in the car. When i first had to take it to a dealer to get them changed 2 other cars in this small town i live in were there also having there's replaced. This should be a recall every person i talk to states this is a problem that is arising from a rusted cradle problem when manufacturing the car. I would like my car repaired where this will no longer happen and it is too expensive for me to fix. I have decided to look further into this issue and maybe come together with other with this issue. There should of been a recall by now. I had my oil changed and was told that my boot is busted and that i needed to replace the drivers side yet again and i do not have 119.00 to pay my local dodge for this yet again!
The contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica.while driving approximately 55 mph on normal road conditions; there was a loud noise outside of the vehicle.the wheel disengaged from the vehicle.the vehicle skidded and proceeded to a complete stop.the driver was able to pull over to the side of the road with caution.roadside assistance was called to the scene.the vehicle was towed to the residence. The failure was contributed to the broken wheel studs.vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction.the failure and current mileages were 69,000. Bl
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