Is the 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA reliable?

The 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA has 2312 complaints filed with NHTSA (7.2x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA?

Top problems: ENGINE (531 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (463 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (380 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA?

Yes, there are 10 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY, SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:. Contact any Chrysler dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA?

The 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA gets 22 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2182. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA is approximately $1,432/year (minivan class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Chrysler PACIFICA

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA has 2312 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 7.2x the segment average of 323. The most common issue is engine problems (23% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2017 chrysler pacifica. while attempting to accelerate from a red light, the vehicle failed to accelerate and the onboard computer displayed a transmission code. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the mechanic stated that there was no transmission code and that the failure was. There are 10 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 13 fire reports filed.

13 fire reports 53 crash reports 34 injuries

2312

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

7.2x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

531 complaints

23%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE ONBOARD COMPUTER DISPLAYED A TRANSMISSION CODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THERE WAS NO TRANSMISSION CODE AND THAT THE FAILURE WAS
• I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT AND MY 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA SUDDENLY TURNED OFF. THE DISPLAY SAID SOMETHING ALONG THE LINE OF "CAR MUST BE IN PARK." I HAD TO PUT MY CAR BACK IN PARK AND RESTART THE ENGINE. I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER CAR WHO WAS NOT EXPECTING ME TO STOP. NOW THAT I AM RESE
• VEHICLE STOP RUNNING RANDOMLY. STOPPED RUNNING WHILE ON ROAD. HOW TO COMPLETELY STOP PUT IN PARK TO RESTART PERIOD SAFETY ISSUE BIG TIME

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 5 fire reports💥 7 crashes

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE ONBOARD COMPUTER DISPLAYED A TRANSMISSION CODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THERE WAS NO TRANSMISSION CODE AND THAT THE FAILURE WAS”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA

Based on 1,270 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 24K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

729

30-60K

360

60-100K

137

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 27K mi · 296 reports

0-30K

155

30-60K

106

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 20K mi · 256 reports

0-30K

158

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 25K mi · 204 reports

0-30K

112

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 17K mi · 126 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 38K mi · 90 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SPEED CONTROL

In line with typicalmedian 17K mi · 69 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (10)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE14/06/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The Manual Park Release (MPR) plug may be removed without a tool. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."

Risk: If the MPR is engaged unintentionally, the vehicle could roll away striking and injuring a bystander or cause a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MPR plug, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U50.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,182

Per month

$182

Per mile

18.2¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,667/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Chrysler PACIFICA

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,432

Full coverage / month

$119

Liability only / year

$559

vs US avg

-14%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (minivan)0.91x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1432

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Chrysler New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Chrysler. If you're buying a used 2017 PACIFICA, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chrysler dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 2312 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE ONBOARD COMPUTER DISPLAYED A TRANSMISSION CODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THERE WAS NO TRANSMISSION CODE AND THAT THE FAILURE WAS
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: I PURCHASED MY NEW VEHICLE AND INSIDE OF 2 MONTHS I HAD TWO MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WENT SHOPPING AND WHEN I ARRIVED AT MY DESTINATION AND TRIED TO PARK THE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO PARK. NO MATTER HOW LONG I WAITED OR SLOWLY OR QUICKLY I TURNED THE SHIFTING KNOB IT WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO PARK. THE PARKING
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I HAVE A 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA EQUIPPED WITH A FCW (FRONTAL COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM). I HAVE OWNED AND DRIVEN OTHER CARS WITH THIS SYSTEM THAT HAVE OPERATED WITHOUT ISSUE. THE FCW IN THE PACIFICA HAS THREE SETTINGS THAT CAN BE SELECTED BY THE DRIVER FOR SENSITIVITY. NEAR, MEDIUM AND FAR. I HAVE TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: MY LOCAL DEALER (CONFIRMED BY FCA LLC) HAS TOLD ME THAT WE CANNOT GET THE AUTONOMOUS BRAKING AND LANE ASSIST ON THE PACIFICA TOURING TRIM LEVEL; ONLY ON THE MORE EXPENSIVE TOURING L-PLUS! THESE SHOULD BE OPTIONS ON ALL TRIM LEVELS SO A FAMILY WHO WANTS SAFETY MORE THAN FANCY CAN SPEND THEIR HARD EAR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 10 recalls have been completed — free at any Chrysler dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)