Is the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2005 Chrysler Pacifica

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2005 Chrysler Pacifica
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of 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: 1,244
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 5
Top problem: Structure

Complaints per year

2005: 1,244 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2003	1
2004	896
2005	1,244
2006	726
2007	326
2008	102
2016	2
2017	1,521
2018	876
2019	313
2020	170
2021	372
2022	212
2023	153
2024	44
2025	26
2026	10
2027	1

Known problem areas

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

Structure

33% · 416 reports

Most commonly citing body and underbody shields.

CRASH

Engine

18% · 224 reports

CRASHFIREINJURY

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Tl* 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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-05

2005 Chrysler Pacifica was purchased from a friendâs grandfather who kept the car garaged the car is literally like new inside and out the under carriage looks like new no rust I was impressed but had a rattling in the front end I figured it was a...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-06-05

Also filed under Power train

Engine and engine cooling

17% · 211 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

CRASHFIREINJURY

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-09

Also filed under Electrical system

Suspension

15% · 189 reports

Most commonly citing front and rear.

CRASHINJURY

Power train

11% · 132 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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2005Complaint volume 1,244 complaints filed for this model year.
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2005-03-28Exterior lighting05V066000 Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with halogen headlamps may experience an intermittent and eventual total loss of headlamp function.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace if necessary, the wiring harness and low beam bulb on both headlamp assemblies free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2005. Owners may contact…

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2006-02-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 2006-06-15 Fuel tank punctures
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2006-02-27Recall queryClosed 2006-06-22 Engine stalling
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2006-06-15Engineering analysisClosed 2007-10-11 Fuel tank punctures
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2006-06-22Engineering analysisClosed 2006-11-29 Engine stalling
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2006-11-21Power train06V432000 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.

Remedy: Dealers 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…

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2010-11-18Audit queryClosed 2015-12-28 Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit

Buy-smart checklist

2005 Chrysler Pacifica — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Structure: 416 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 224 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 211 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 05V066000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 06V432000 · Power train

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FAQ

Is the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?: The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.