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2027 Chrysler PacificaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint for the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica. Most complaints involve electrical system (1) and engine (1). The EPA rates it 20–22 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
20–22mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Aug 2026
Owner complaints
1
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Back over prevention: camera

Free remedy

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Back over preventionReported Aug 13, 2026NHTSA 26V531000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2026 – Sep 2026
  1. Electrical system1
  2. Engine1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Pacifica model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2004896
20051,244
2006726
2007380
2008102
20171,546
2018895
2019363
2020175
2021381
2022221
2023156
202449
202531
202611
20271
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

1 report
“Rear seat warning which i couldn't resolve. Then engine shut down unable to restart in left lane in construction area with concrete walls on both sides of highway with traffic traveling at 75 mph. Instructions to put in park to start. Rolled slowly into emergency pull off area. Unable to restart. Engine protection countdown for 30 seconds. Still unable to start. Display screens working. Music and apps working. [XXX]”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 27, 2026Electrical system, EngineODI 11767216

Engine

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Minivan - 2WD, Minivan - 4WD
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 9-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Pacifica
Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
192822$2,850401
Pacifica AWD
Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
172520$3,100450
  • Pacifica
    Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    19 city · 28 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Pacifica AWD
    Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    17 city · 25 hwy · $3,100/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
CHRYSLER PACIFICA PV ICE FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.6%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 23071
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2027 Pacifica questions

How many recalls does the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 9, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2027 Chrysler Pacifica problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (1), engine (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica get?

The EPA rates the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica at 20–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026