NHTSA & EPA data · updated November 2, 2026

2026 Chrysler Pacifica recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica and 11 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (4), engine (3), unknown or other (3). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 22–30 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Pacifica model year from 2017 to 2026. It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 9.2 per model year.

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Recalls 5

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Electronic stability control (esc)NHTSA #26V561000 · 09/01/2026

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica, and 2026 Chrysler Voyager Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The brake pedal position sensor capacitor may be cracked, which can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Risk: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace brake pedal position sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 69D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 9, 2026.

Back over prevention · sensing system · cameraNHTSA #26V531000 · 08/13/2026

Problem: 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."

Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.

Air bags · frontalNHTSA #26V358000 · 06/03/2026

Problem: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The spring inside the front seat harness connector may contact electrical terminals.

Risk: The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Equipment adaptive/mobility · wheelchair restraints/securement · critical fastenersNHTSA #26V296000 · 05/12/2026

Problem: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Braun will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359 or Q'Straint's customer service at 1-800-987-9987.

Air bags · side/window · curtainNHTSA #26V189000 · 03/26/2026

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Risk: Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06D, 10D, and 11D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 2, 2026. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall numbers 25V302 and 25V573. Vehicles previously repaired under a prior recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Electrical system4
Engine3
Unknown or other3
Power train2
Service brakes2
Seats1
Forward collision avoidance1
Air bags1

By the numbers

11owner complaints filed
1involved a crash
1involved a fire
1injuries reported

Recent owner reports

09/03/2026 · Power train,engine

When driving on freeway the vehicle overheated and engine warning light flashed and had to come to stop at side of freeway. The vehicle had lost its coolant from a rear heater hose connection. The car was towed to dealer and the repair comment was that a part was deformed from mis-assembly (or words to that effect) - rear heater core fitting clip distorted causing hose come of…

08/26/2026 · Unknown or other

On 8/9/2026, two days after purchasing the aforementioned brand-new vehicle (8/7/2026), the vehicle experienced a fire in the undercarriage below the engine while I was driving with my wife and our [XXX] daughter in the vehicle. While driving in traffic, we noticed a strong smell that appeared to be burning rubber but did not initially realize the vehicle was on fire as the sm…

08/21/2026 · Seats

The contact owns a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that on the day of purchasing the vehicle, the contact tested the electronic motor resistance-sensing system for the third-row seats; however, the seat failed to stop and reverse and continued to move. The contact attempted to stop the seat from moving forward, but the seat overpowered the contact, who then moved out…

Safety ratings

2026 CHRYSLER PACIFICA PV N/A FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica.

Pacifica

Auto 9-spd · 6 cyl · 3.6 L

19city
28hwy
22combined

Regular

Pacifica Hybrid

Auto (variable gear ratios) · 6 cyl · 3.6 L

29city
30hwy
30combined

Regular Gas and Electricity

Other model years

Compare every Chrysler Pacifica year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica have?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica, most recently for electronic stability control (esc) (09/01/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (4), engine (3), unknown or other (3).

Is the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica safe?

The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.

Is the 2026 a good year for the Chrysler Pacifica?

The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Pacifica model year from 2017 to 2026. It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 9.2 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica get?

EPA ratings for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica range from 22 to 30 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: PACIFICA, PACIFICA AWD, Pacifica.

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