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really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 3 / 2
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 95,191 miles
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I bought the car and 2 months later when I went to change the oil I noticed about hald my engine cradle gone due to rust
- Lexington, KY, USA
I bought this vehicle under the impression it needed a motor mount to find out that the sub frame is rotten to the point it's a safety issue to drive. The rest of the details may not be of interest to you but I am the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran and mother of his two children. I've been struggling to recuperate since their father's death and heaven unable to do to the pandemic that's what I was about to my daily drivers engine seized and I exhausted all my resources buying this vehicle that is now deemed unsafe any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated
- Clinton Township, MI, USA
I took my car in today to have shocks put on and was informed the engine cradle was so severely rusted the rack and pinion was about to drop out of the car along with the motor. I drive on the highway everyday and this would have broke in the next week or so and I would probably be severely injured or worse.
- Bay City, MI, USA
Entered freeway battery light came on and lost power. Starting exiting freeway then car excelerating on its own. Engine was reving and humming so much I thought the engine would catch on fire. Car would not slow down. I had to put it in neutrual and hit the brakes as I exit the freeway to safely parked. Called tow truck for service.
- Turlock, CA, USA
Bought car 2018 Feb. No mention of whole under carriage rusted out - 2004-2008 Chrysler forgot to spray for rust. When we go we bought it later in evening - was assured that car had been checked out and sound. We have done some repairs on other things - thermostat, radiator, tires ABS sensor issue but there was no mention of underside being rusted from front to back - two years and the engine is going to fall out and can no longer drive the car. This car was submerged in water somewhere before we received. This is the shorter version of this situation. Alignment is now way off, pulls to one side out of nowhere. Wearing on tires- just took it into heartland tire by house and told do not drive and that fixing it would be over 3500 or more.
- Eagan, MN, USA
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact and an independent mechanic replaced the fuel pump, the battery, alternator, throttle body and several other various parts however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to team hodges Chrysler Dodge Ram Jeep (2265 M-76, West branch, mi 48661) and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 157,000.
- West Branch, MI, USA
As it would seem is a very common problem, the oil pressure sending unit has failed and leaks oil on and into the harness plug. Upon researching this issue this seems to be a very common issue with this particular vehicle and can present both a costly fix and a fire hazard. While driving the oil pressure warning indicator light illuminated indicating an issue with the vehicle's oil pressure. Upon taking it to the shop ot was discovered that the oil pressure sending unit had failed and was leaking oil into and on the harness plug. The vehicle is scheduled for repair tomorrow.
- Lynn, IN, USA
Engine cradle rotting causing inability to be inspected by personal mechanic
- Canandaigua, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled, lost power, and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. When the vehicle was turned off and restarted, it resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the crankshaft sensors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the crankshaft sensors were replaced two times. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 06V432000 (power train). The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
- Los Banos, CA, USA
The engine cradle is completely rusted through and motor mounts as well.I took into a shop, he refused to fix my idle pulley and told us it's unsafe to drive our 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
- Sioux Falls, SD, USA
Year2006 make/modelchrysler Pacifica mileageabout 99,000 driving for 13+ years; had been getting check engine and ABS signs on dashboard now and then for about 6 years; in humid days recurrences were more than in colds. Va inspection, both emission and safety, passed every year, last one being in July 2019, without any issue. Since late July ABS sign ceased to appear any more, and check engine light is appearing steadily. In diagnostics P0700, P0732 and P0720 codes were returned. Now a days, when I come to a stop/red light, on full brake, engine makes a jerk, and speedometer reading jumps from 0 to 20 mph. Also, break pedal experiences a push-back, causing tendency to drive forward. Over 30 mph gas pedal demands more compression, and engine motion roaring also surges, no rattling. What kind of risk I am carrying in driving the vehicle, what are my options, cost for remedy and is it worth to invest in fixing the problem(s)?
- Woodbridge, VA, USA
I always got my Pacifica checked and the oil changed on a regular basis at the same dealership. The last time I got an oil change, they asked me to come out to look at the undercarriage of my vehicle. They showed me where my "engine cradle" was so rusted, the engine was ready to fall out. I was mortified, because I drive on the interstate every day. Chrysler quoted me a price of $4000. I did not have that kind of money. They determined the car as unsafe to drive. I went home and looked on the internet and found that there were thousands of people like me with the same complaint. Chrysler knew of this engine cradle rust problem and did nothing about it. I called the corporate office of Chrysler, and all I got was the run around. This was very dangerous, my engine could have fallen out on the highway. I'm a senior citizen and don't have $4000 for a new engine cradle. Chrysler should have been made to recall all the cars with this rusted cradle. Very danderous, and Chrysler has done nothing to compensate the owners of these vehicles. This is a very serious safety hazzard that is life threatening. My vehicle is very well kept, and looks like new. I was the only driver.
- Indianapolis, IN, USA
I have failed motor mounts and was told I should make a report as it is such a common issue that a recall should be issued.
- Sierra Vista, AZ, USA
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. While driving 65 mph, the contact experienced sudden engine failure without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that she should have the vehicle towed to a Chrysler dealer. Fred martin superstore (3195 barber rd, barberton, oh 44203, (330) 753-4444) diagnosed that the engine rod bearing was defective. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 06V432000 (power train). The contact called the manufacturer back and was informed that the remedy for the recall had already been performed on the vehicle. They also informed the contact that because they found no defect with the vehicle, the recall repair was never performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 107,000.
- Acron, OH, USA
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. While the vehicle was undergoing state inspection, the contact was informed that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The contact was concerned that the engine could separate from the subframe due to the severe corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 100,005.
- Pocono Summit, PA, USA
Engine cradle mount (severly rusted through). It is so bad, I can no longer safely drive this car.
- Naperville, IL, USA
Car engine sometimes shuts off when doing left hand turns, the engine looses complete power when this happens. I have to shift the car into park to turn it back on. There are evap codes on but the check engine does not turn on for these codes, smell of un-burnt fuel sometimes makes it in the cabin. Thankfully the stall has not happened with cars coming towards me. The gas cap warning on continuously even though I have purchased many new oem gas caps. This may be related to: NHTSA campaign number: 04V113000, 06V432000, NHTSA action number: EA06013, I informed Chrysler but they said my VIN is not in the current recalls and was referred to contact NHTSA. My Pacifica has also developed a ticking noise that has reduced the gas mileage and engine power which I believe this to be part of an internal recall which again Chrysler says my vehicle is not part of even though my VIN matches the specifications below: Customer satisfaction notification F35 engine connecting rod bearing debris effective immediately, all repairs on involved vehicles are to be performed according to this notification. Rapid response transmittal rrt #06-025 has been cancelled. Models 2006 LX Chrysler 300, Dodge magnum and charger 2006 cs Chrysler Pacifica note: This notification applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine ('G', 'V' or '4' in the 8 th VIN position) with engine build date codes from 900586 through 900766. Important: Those vehicles that have already had this repair performed, as determined by our warranty records, have been excluded from this notification important: Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this repair on these vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also perform this repair on vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the vip inquiry process.
- Phoenix, AZ, USA
I have been told that my engine cradle is rusted beyond repair and will need replacing. Chrysler recalled 2004-2005 in rust belt areas to replace engine cradle. This issue affects 2004-2008 which my car is a part of. This rust issue could cause the motor to fall out from the engine cradle and cause serious safety risk
- Middletown, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. An independent mechanic noticed that there was extensive rust and corrosion to the point that the engine cradle could fracture. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
- Northville, MI, USA
- Saint Louis, MO, USA