Chrysler Pacifica Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy

Q: What year Pacifica should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA recall and complaint data, the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica has the most documented problems with a problem score of 0 — driven primarily by 0 recalls, 0 complaints, and issues with No complaints on record.

Q: What is the best year Pacifica to buy?

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is the best-scoring year in our analysis with a problem score of only 0, meaning 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record.

Q: Which Pacifica has the fewest problems?

The 2017, 2018, 2019 model years have the fewest reported problems in the NHTSA database. Always verify a specific vehicle's history with a VIN report before purchasing.

Every Chrysler Pacifica model year (2017–2022) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.

Chrysler Pacifica Years to Avoid

#1 WORST

2017

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Top issue: No complaints on record

Problem score: 0

#2 WORST

2018

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Top issue: No complaints on record

Problem score: 0

#3 WORST

2019

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Top issue: No complaints on record

Problem score: 0

Best Chrysler Pacifica Years to Buy

#1 BEST

2017

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Main area: No significant complaints

Problem score: 0

#2 BEST

2018

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Main area: No significant complaints

Problem score: 0

#3 BEST

2019

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Main area: No significant complaints

Problem score: 0

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Chrysler Pacifica — Year-by-Year Problem Report

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Problem Score	Verdict
2022	0	0	0	Excellent
2021	0	0	0	Excellent
2020	0	0	0	Excellent
2019	0	0	0	Excellent
2018	0	0	0	Excellent
2017	0	0	0	Excellent

Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.

Chrysler Pacifica Shopping Guide by Era

2018–Present

Best: 2022

Recent Pacifica models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2022 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.

2013–2017

Best: 2017

Mid-decade Pacifica units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.

Frequently Asked Questions

What year Pacifica should I avoid?+

Avoid the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica if possible. It has 0 recalls, 0 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is No complaints on record. The overall problem score is 0 — the highest in our dataset.

What is the best year Pacifica to buy?+

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.

Which Pacifica has the fewest problems?+

The 2017, 2018, 2019 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.

More Chrysler Pacifica Research

Reliability Score

Overall reliability rating and score breakdown for the Chrysler Pacifica.

Common Problems

Full breakdown of every reported defect for the Chrysler Pacifica.

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