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2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In HybridProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 40 owners and 1 recall for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
40
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Recalls
1
TSBs
164
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 40 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 1 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

12 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 31K miles.

!Inspect the Hybrid Propulsion SystemMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

10
0–30K
17
30–60K
2
60–90K
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (17 reports) • Median: 31K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (12 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical12 (30%)
Hybrid Propulsion System11 (28%)
Back Over Prevention8 (20%)
Engine5 (13%)
Drivetrain3 (8%)
Electrical System:propulsion System:inverter1 (3%)

2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 30% of all reports filed for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 12 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 31,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 31K-mile mark.

Hybrid Propulsion System Issues

Hybrid Propulsion System complaints account for 28% of all reports filed for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 11 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to hybrid propulsion system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Back Over Prevention Issues

Back Over Prevention complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to back over prevention-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

1
22
24
23
8
24
6
25
1
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (1 recall)

24V538000Park OutsideMar 2025

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.

RQ24004OpenOpened Feb 2024

Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

The worst model year for the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid is the 2024 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is transmission.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 40 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 1 recall found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

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2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid is related to the electrical, with 12 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid reliable?
The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid has 40 complaints, 0 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes, the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid has 1 recall on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid problems start?
Based on 29 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 31,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 30–60K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 13, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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