2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid

▲ Better than typical
2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:56:48.975Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2023 highlighted. 2017: 79 complaints 2017 2018: 223 complaints 2019: 45 complaints 2019 2020: 58 complaints 2021: 26 complaints 2021 2022: 115 complaints 2023: 40 complaints 2023 2024: 26 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025 2026: 0 complaints 2026
2023: 40 complaints
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YearComplaints
201779
2018223
201945
202058
202126
2022115
202340
202426
20250
20260

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE 45%

45% of complaints: engine — 18 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 38%

38% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 35%

35% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.

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My air conditioner went out in my car three weeks after purchase. I took it to the dealership. They replace several parts and said that there was an electrical issue they ran into.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230928

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owned a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle accelerated without the application of the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal depressed against the floorboard.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240722

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20240227 — RQ (open)

Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2019 ● 2020 ◆ 2017

WORST YEARS

■ 2018 ◆ 2022 ◆ 2017

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.