2008 Chrysler Pacifica
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.
- Complaints
- 102
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
None on file
None on file
24% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 102 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 896 |
| 2005 | 1,244 |
| 2006 | 726 |
| 2007 | 326 |
| 2008 | 102 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1,536 |
| 2018 | 886 |
| 2019 | 317 |
| 2020 | 173 |
| 2021 | 376 |
| 2022 | 217 |
| 2023 | 155 |
| 2024 | 47 |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2026 | 10 |
| 2027 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
24% · 24 reportsShow complaint excerpts
While driving vehicle in public park, engine stalled and began to smoke with white smoke. Vehicle cut off and all electrical functions stopped.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-22
The vehicle's charging system includes a heavy gauge wire which runs from the alternator feed post to the starter wiring harness, which then charges the vehicle, as the starter wiring harness then runs directly to the battery.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-10
Engine
21% · 21 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle became engulfed in flames starting from under the hood. The contact stated that a technician from Chrysler came to inspect the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-15
Power train
14% · 14 reportsMost commonly citing driveline and torque converter.
Structure
14% · 14 reportsMost commonly citing body and frame and members.
Show complaint excerpts
2008 Chrysler Pacifica- 20 days old- not even made first payment the car leaked water after raining(Under the car) the water soaked the passenger side front and back floor, ruining carpets.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-04-15
Engine and engine cooling
11% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing cooling system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Chrysler Pacifica — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 24 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 21 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 14 reports on file for this year.
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- Is the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.