2022 CHRYSLER Pacifica

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

8RecallsNHTSA Verified100ComplaintsNHTSA Data2InvestigationsNHTSA Data
Expert Verdict
🚨Requires Careful Review

This 2022 model shows critical reliability concerns, primarily driven by significant recall activity affecting air bags and equipment adaptive/mobility.

Key Factor:multiple critical recalls

📋Why This Matters

Understanding recall history helps predict future ownership costs. Each unaddressed issue represents potential repair expenses.

Insurance companies review vehicle reliability data when setting premiums. Models with elevated recall rates often see adjusted pricing.

Given this model year's elevated concern level, budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Focus Area:general reliability
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Expert Analysis

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    Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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    Primary Risk Area:Warning
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    Vs Brand: Worse than avg (3.0)
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    Summary:
Critical Component: Warning

Safety & Reliability Score

21/100
Poor

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-64
Complaint Impact-5
Investigation Impact-10

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2022 CHRYSLER Pacifica

Model Year2022
MakeCHRYSLER
ModelPacifica
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

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Jan22
NEWProduction
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Nov22
RECALLRecall Issued
Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Jan24
ISSUEFirst Report
Aug25
RECALLRecall Issued

Consumer Complaint Analysis

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Most Reported Issue

35 complaints (35% of total)
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Complaint Trend

Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents

No critical incidents

Complaint Severity Distribution

Breakdown of 100 consumer complaints by severity level.

🟠High
4(4%)
🟡Medium
20(20%)
🟢Low
76(76%)

Mileage Failure Analysis

⚙️Engineering Insight

Based on consumer reports, issues for this vehicle tend to peak around the 20k-40k mileage range. The average reported failure mileage is 39,513 miles.

📊 Mileage data extracted from 16 of 100 complaints (16% coverage)
0-20k
2 reports (13%)
20k-40k
5 reports (31%)
40k-60k
5 reports (31%)
60k-80k
3 reports (19%)
80k-100k
1 reports (6%)
100k+
0 reports (0%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.

🛠️ DIY Diagnosis Center

Experiencing an issue? Select a symptom to find official manufacturer solutions (TSBs).

Primary Risk Areas

SEATSVISIBILITYELECTRICAL SYSTEMBACK OVER PREVENTIONAIR BAGSEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Official Safety Recalls (8)

Campaign: 22V181000

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Pacifica and 2021 Voyager vehicles. The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

Consequence

An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Z22.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Campaign: 22V619000

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Voyager and Pacifica vehicles. The windshield wiper arm nuts may be improperly tightened, which can cause the wipers to not function properly.

Consequence

Improperly functioning wipers can reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten the wiper arm nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is Z80.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Campaign: 23V010000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEVs). An internal transmission wiring connector may short circuit, resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown.

Consequence

An unexpected engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Power Inverter Module (PIM) software and, if necessary, update the instrument panel cluster (IPC) and the electronic control module (ECM) software, free of charge. FCA US will notify dealers and begin notifying owners on or about: 03/21/2023 for 2021 model year vehicles, 05/02/2023 for 2019-2020 model year vehicles, and 06/15/2023 for 2017-2018 model year vehicles. FCA began notifying owners on February 23, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03A.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Campaign: 24V436000

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Campaign: 24V793000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Pacifica and 2020-2021, 2023 Voyager vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the side curtain air bags may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is A8B.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Campaign: 25V302000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Consequence

An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06C, 54C, 55C.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Campaign: 25V876000

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

Summary

Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

Manufacturer: Rollx Vans

Campaign: 25V877000

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

Summary

Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

Manufacturer: Vantage Mobility

NHTSA Investigations

2 investigations

Official NHTSA safety investigations for 2022 Pacifica.

INV-2022-1000🟢 Closed

NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding Pacifica performance issues.

Opened: Affected Units: 40,960
INV-2022-1001🟢 Closed

NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding Pacifica performance issues.

Opened: Affected Units: 38,433

Consumer Complaints

100 total complaints

Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2022 Pacifica.

Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis

Warning35%
Display12%
Check Engine Light11%
Acceleration Issues10%
Battery9%
Crash/Accident7%
Accident6%
Shutdown6%
Safety Systems🔵 Low
AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V302000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Dec 4, 2025Open
Electrical🔵 Low
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal; however, when the brake pedal was released, the vehicle independently accelerated without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal failed to respond while being depressed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred three times and occurred while driving at various speeds. The contact stated the failure also occurred while driving at 70 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to retrieve any fault codes but informed the contact that the 12-Volt battery was not at full charge. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the accelerator pedal assembly and the main computer had produced fault codes, but the dealer later stated that there were no codes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and a case was opened but was later closed. The failure mileage was 41,607.

✨ AI Insight

This complaint matches keywords from official recalls:

Recall #23V010000

*correlation estimated by AI, not an official NHTSA link.

Dec 3, 2025Open
Engine/Powertrain⚠️ High
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Fuel line leak near engine. It sounds very similiar to the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Recall. The vehicle reaked of gasoline fumes coming in through the vents. Our mechanic replaced the fuel line, said it had a hole. We felt very unsafe even starting the car when it reaked of gas due to risk of fire. No warnings lights or anything, just the smell to tip us off. No one else has inspected the car since we didn't have anything catastrophic happen.

Nov 26, 2025Open
Safety Systems⚠️ High
SEAT BELTS

I was in an accident. Where the van rolled 17 times. On or about the 12th roll. The retaining lock on the shoulder strap released. This allowed me to slide out of the seatbelt. This caused me more complicated injuries. The vehicle is currently at copart impound lot in Oklahoma City, OK. Will be available for inspection upon your request. The Oklahoma highway patrol report indicated. I was wearing my seatbelt but the retaining lock on shoulder strap had broken. The Oklahoma highway patrol report # OHP25-024333. There were no warning lights or messages to indicate that there was a problem.

Nov 22, 2025Open
Electrical🔵 Low
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,LANE DEPARTURE

The auto start/stop activate at lights when lift off the brake van cuts off and quickly restarts and turn off the lane departure light and sometimes doesn't restart and is hard to restart. Van sometimes cuts off on the middle of intersection and hard to restart.

✨ AI Insight

This complaint matches keywords from official recalls:

Recall #23V010000

*correlation estimated by AI, not an official NHTSA link.

Nov 4, 2025Open
Engine/Powertrain🔶 Medium
POWER TRAIN

This car has lost power train at highway speeds several times almost casing accidents in major interstates intersections with no left shoulder. Chrysler has more than reasonably failed to repair this car transmission 9 times. This car has been in repair for 7 months in 2023 waiting for a new transmission. It has now spent more than 30 accumulative days just this year, and it is now at the dealership having its transmission replaced for the second time. I am submitting the second transmission replacement notice as evidence and first repair order as evidence. I have been able to avoid collision but have had to many close calls to the point that I feel unsafe driving this car and my wife won't drive this car anymore.

Oct 21, 2025Open
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
ENGINE

Oil filter gets stripped on oil cooler housing and cracks and leaks damaging engine.

Oct 15, 2025Open
Engine/Powertrain🔶 Medium
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

The vehicle’s electrical or engine system appears to have failed, causing a sudden loss of power while driving. The exact component has not been identified by the dealership or Chrysler, but it may be related to the recall affecting the vehicle’s powertrain control or electrical system. The vehicle is currently at the dealership and available for inspection upon request. The issue has created a serious safety risk. The vehicle has repeatedly lost power and shut off while driving on the highway, including one incident where I was unable to fully pull off the road before it stalled in active traffic. My children were in the vehicle at the time, placing us in immediate danger of being struck by oncoming vehicles. Because the vehicle can stop without warning, it is unsafe to drive and puts both my family and others on the road at risk. The dealership has confirmed the issue and advised that parts are on backorder for at least 10 weeks. They also stated that even once the parts arrive, they are uncertain how to complete the repair, indicating that Chrysler has not yet provided an effective fix. The vehicle has been inspected by the authorized Chrysler dealership multiple times, and the issue has been reported to Chrysler. It has not been inspected by police or insurance representatives. A warning message reading “Pull over as the vehicle will stop” appears on the dashboard prior to each failure event. The first occurrence was on June 10, 2025, while driving on the highway to my daughter’s graduation. Since then, the same warning has appeared multiple times before the vehicle shuts off completely. It has been 6 weeks at this point and I have no vehicle. Chrysler has offered rental reimbursement of $60 a day but there is no vehicle that is a 7 passenger like my van that is of this cost. At this time they do not have a timeframe of when the vehicle will be fixed and denied a buyback or replacement.

Oct 14, 2025Open
Steering/Suspension🔵 Low
STEERING

I had the power steering or from their repair journal (68525334-AB GEAR RACK 19075120) replaced at 7062 miles from new as it was making knocking noise from the front of the driver-side. now at 29,650 miles the exact same noise and sound is coming from the same side. Unfortunately for me it just got out of basic warranty now in May. from their journal at: CUSTOMER STATES THERE IS A CLICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FR ONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WHENEVER HE MAKES A TURN OR TURNS THE WHEEL BACK AND FORTH WHEN SITTING STILL (TireWheels Concern) steering rack has a internal popping noise when turning wheel. steering rack is making a internal pop noise then turning wheel back and forth. replace steering rack and set toe.

Oct 7, 2025Under Review
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Dash message "Stop safely vehicle will shut off soon" included a red exclamation mark in the middle with a red triangle and a turtle in the bottom right. A yellow reduced speed type indicator in the top right and a check engine light all at the same time. Also a chime sounded. This occured in town moving around 35 mph. Dealer stated this exact VIN had already received a rebuilt trans around 50k miles from another dealer. Took dealer 2+ months to repair, and had to call many many times to encourage them to push to get it completed. Manufacturer seemed to delay sending parts because they can - no good reason provided. First Power Inverter Module (PIM) was replaced, but that did not resolve the issue. Then dealer rebuilt entire transmission. Dealer lead tech stated that a roller bearing near the bottom of the trans appeared to have start failing, which then causes a short and or some kind of damage with the electrical "phasers". Multiple conversations with lead technician and Chrysler cares indicate clearly that Chrysler is NOT investigating the issue deeply (they did not want any of the failed components, nor did they ask for details from dealer - are they even trying to resolve root cause.... this has been occurring since the earliest models). Chrysler should have a financial incentive to fix to remediate warranty repairs. Why can't chat GPT find literally anything on the web about the root cause, why is it nothing other than reports of the issue can be found??? Nobody has done a root cause analysis. Is Chrysler paying to minimize bad press??? If Chrysler replaced entire trans with rebuilt one at 50k and now it failed again at 80k - when can I expect it to fail a third time?

Sep 24, 2025Under Review

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any recalls for the 2022 CHRYSLER Pacifica?

Yes, the 2022 CHRYSLER Pacifica has 8 recorded recalls from NHTSA. These recalls cover various components including SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES.

Is the 2022 CHRYSLER Pacifica safe to drive?

The 2022 CHRYSLER Pacifica has 8 recalls. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer to ensure all recall repairs have been completed. Most recalls have free remedies available.

Where can I check if my 2022 CHRYSLER Pacifica has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting your local CHRYSLER dealer.

📊Year-over-Year Context

📉Elevated Activity

Compared to earlier years, the 2022 model shows declining reliability trends, largely due to new air bags components introduced in this generation. Recall frequency increased 33% versus the 2021 version.

🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

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Air bags

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm air bags recalls are complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all air bags recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaigns:24V79300025V302000
2

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Issue: increases occupant injury risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm equipment adaptive/mobility recalls are complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all equipment adaptive/mobility recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaigns:25V87600025V877000
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Seats

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm seats recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all seats recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:22V181000
💡Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your CHRYSLER dealer to verify recall completion status.

🧭What This Means for You

Families with young passengers, pregnant drivers, or those with frequent highway commutes should prioritize this information.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

  • Verify all 8 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your CHRYSLER dealer.
  • If any recalls are open, schedule service immediately—recall repairs are always free.
  • Consider setting up VIN-specific alerts to receive notification of future recalls.
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If You're Buying Used

  • Request full service history and documentation of all recall completions.
  • Consider whether adjacent model years (2021 or 2023) show better safety metrics.
  • Budget for thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on known problem areas.
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Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Last updated: January 10, 2026.