MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chrysler Pacifica

▲ Better than typical
2008 Chrysler Pacifica
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:52:48.275Z

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 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2003: 1 complaints 2003 2004: 896 complaints 2005: 1244 complaints 2006: 726 complaints 2006 2007: 326 complaints 2008: 102 complaints 2008 2016: 2 complaints 2016 2017: 1512 complaints 2018: 866 complaints 2019: 309 complaints 2019 2020: 170 complaints 2021: 367 complaints 2022: 207 complaints 2022 2023: 151 complaints 2024: 42 complaints 2025: 26 complaints 2025 2026: 10 complaints 2027: 0 complaints 2027
2008: 102 complaints
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YearComplaints
20031
2004896
20051244
2006726
2007326
2008102
20162
20171512
2018866
2019309
2020170
2021367
2022207
2023151
202442
202526
202610
20270

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 24%

24% of complaints: electrical system — 24 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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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, 20120722

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, 20120310

ENGINE 21%

21% of complaints: engine — 21 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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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, 20130115

POWER TRAIN 14%

14% of complaints: power train — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing driveline and torque converter.

STRUCTURE 14%

14% of complaints: structure — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and frame and members.

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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, 20080415

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 11%

11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cooling system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Chrysler Pacifica — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (24 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (14 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

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WORST YEARS

■ 2017 ■ 2005 ■ 2004

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FAQ

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