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2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In HybridProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 77 owners and 0 recalls for this exact model.

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

Complaints
77
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Recalls
0
TSBs
204
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 77 complaints, 2 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

vehicle went into limp home mode on highway

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

18 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 10K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

8
0–30K
3
30–60K
60–90K
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (8 reports) • Median: 10K 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: Engine (18 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Where the complaints fall

Engine18 (23%)
Drivetrain15 (19%)
Electrical14 (18%)
Fuel System5 (6%)
Other5 (6%)
Speed Control4 (5%)
Brakes3 (4%)
Airbags2 (3%)

2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 23% of all reports filed for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 18 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 10,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 10K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 15 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 18% of all reports filed for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 14 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-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

9
23
52
24
15
25
1
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. Recent trend: decreasing.

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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. 77 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 0 recalls 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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2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid is related to the engine, with 18 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid reliable?
The 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid has 77 complaints, 2 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 2023 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 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid have any recalls?
No recalls have been issued for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid according to NHTSA records.
What mileage do Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid problems start?
Based on 11 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 10,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2023 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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