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Chrysler Pacifica repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (3%)

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Chrysler Pacifica transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (3%)

$100 - $499 (19%)

< $100 (65%)

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Chart based on 75 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2019 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr Minivan, ext.

287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD

16000 mi Shift behavior had become harsh, especially the shifts going into 2nd and 3rd gears with light throttle. Fluid level was confirmed. Shift logic was reset so transmission could 'relearn' our driving behavior. No issues since this was done. 

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2018 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr Minivan, ext.

287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD

16800 mi Very loud Grinding noise when backing out of driveway or parking space while the steering wheel was being turned. Returned van to CarMax and it was diagnosed as a bad axle. Both front axles were replaced under TSB/internal recall at Chysler. Van was still under the 4 mo./3000 mile CarMax warranty. Play in steering wheel was not addressed. 
34737 mi Transmission quick relearn for harsh shift into 4th gear Transmission quick relearn for harsh shift into 4th gear 
35971 mi Transmission quick relearn for harsh downshift 

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr Minivan, ext.

287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD

16200 mi

US $65
Transmission shifting rough at times. Technician found transmission fluid low due to leaking inverter gasket. Replaced gasket and filled transmission fluid to correct levels. 
11160 mi Transmission module reprogram 
70000 mi Continued to have rough shifting at low speeds (felt like I was being rear-ended) and sluggish shifting when merging. Reprogrammed transmission (I think this might be the fifth time they've done this). Covered under transmission warranty. 

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr Minivan, ext.

248-horsepower 3.6L V6 Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD

7000 mi The shift (knob) module failed. It began with the vehicle not shifting out of park. Ignition was on, foot on brake, the knob turned, but the indicator stayed on "P" and just blinked. Took it to the dealership, they said we don't know, good luck. A couple of days later it left my wife and kids stranded in a parking lot after dark- the knob was locked and wouldn't turn at all. After 7 or 8 ignition cycles it finally worked. Took it to the dealership, they replaced the shifter knob module, and haven't had any more issues since then. 

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2007 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

65300 mi

US $250
Shifter assembly replaced. Car Stuck in 'Park' position. 
73000 mi Trans still shifts hard, after test drive with mech this was confirmed.Dealer performed tests and checked for computer codes, and found none. After 2 days the car was returned and told "The 62TE is an aggressive transmission" it shifts fine. 
31000 mi Replaced front axle half shaft. 
30000 mi Clunk in front when starting from a stop. Center ?motor mount replaced. 
56604 mi Previous oil change, we were told we needed front and rear motor mounts ($686). Just replaced not 1.5 years. AFter checking they said they were OK and the transmission was OK. 
82000 mi

US $27
Transmission would not shift out of park. Replaced transmission Park Lockout part in the shifter housing. 
133000 mi transmission sometimes slams into gear after being at a complete stop 
84000 mi

US $280
Vehicle's transmission locked up in Park . Towed to shop. Lock release procedure described in manual didn't work. Required disassembly of console, & installation of Shifter Spring & lever kit, a $38 part. The rest was labor. My mechanic said local Chrysler dealer had almost 300 of these kits on order, telling him this was a "common" problem. 
110000 mi

US $4800
Transmission went into limp mode on a trip away from home. Got the car to a garage who diagnosed a burned tranny. It was towed to a tranny specialist who replaced it with a remanufactured one. 
26000 mi The transmission did not down shift properly. 
17000 mi Shutter in transmission when driving. Checked TSB's and found one for Torque Converter. Dealership flashed chip, problem persisted and agreed torque converter needed replaced. 
152000 mi

US $380
Solenoid gone bad 
26040 mi Under certain operating conditions, the vehicle had a vibration similar to running over a series of speed bumps. 
17000 mi Hesitation and shudder from transmission, repaired by fixing leak adding fluid and reset computer. 

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2007 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

82000 mi

US $250
Rear seals had been leaking since I bought it but in August it got worse so we decided to finally repair. 
38000 mi

US $100
transfer case replaced 
34000 mi

US $100
transmission and rear end sensor 
138000 mi

US $1350
Driveline seals 
30800 mi Front crankshaft seal leak. Replaced under 3/36 warranty. 
8000 mi TSB work completed. Replacement of torque converter. 
82900 mi

US $94
Transmission failed and dealer chose to replace rather than fix. I have lifetime powertrain warrantee so only had to pay for minor outside of powertrain fix. 
8000 mi Torque converter replaced. at 1300 rpm to 2000 rpm the transmission was shuddering 
13000 mi

US $70
TSB on trans done. Reflashed and replaced converter. 
30000 mi Transmission was getting stuck in 5th gear. Transmission is shuddering again. There is a loud clunk when stopping or starting the PAC. Dealer said they could not hear the clunk or the shudder. I am not very pleased. 
61000 mi

US $100
AWD rear diferential seals leaking, new seals installed. (Covered under lifetime powertrain warranty). 
76000 mi Transmissiom would not shift. Dealer ordered parts, but took 8 days to get there. Everything including Torque Converter was Replaced under Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. 74,477 miles at the time. 
144000 mi for the 3rd time the transmission needed seals, and the differencial was leaking as well. 
13000 mi Leak at PTO, repaired, second time. 
17000 mi Repeated oil leak at AWD, PTO seal. 
56000 mi transmission leaking in more than one spot. this is the fourth attempt at fixing this problem and it is still leaking. 
79980 mi Transmission seal leaking. $900 repair covered by extended warranty 
81000 mi

US $700
Rt axle replaced 
65000 mi Over the last 5K miles, I noticed oil building up under the car behind the transmission pan. Got under it to notice the lower 2 bolts of the transfer case had backed off with the lower section of the case showing about a 3/16" gap. Why no lockwashers? 

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2007 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

72300 mi

US $1500
Transmission Rebuilt 
11000 mi Still having transmission shifting problems - Shuddering, hard downshift when coming to stop.  
13000 mi Checked transmission hard shift - No fix 

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2007 Chrysler Pacifica 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

29000 mi shuddering of transmission in low RPM range (1500-2000)at all speeds. Dealer has replaced torque converter and engine mounts, as well as updating computer in car. Dealer has acknowledged that there is a problem, but is unable to fix it . Problem started a 

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2006 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

95000 mi

US $300
Replace transmission back pan 
38000 mi

US $50
Clicking noise coming from left front cv joint when putting into gear. they said they put in shims. Worked for a week and now is back. 
34000 mi Transmission making a humming noise. I was told it was the Differential gears and the replacements are noisier than the originals. 
54000 mi

US $129
When I would shift from Park to Rev or drv the car would make a popping noise. After three days the stated the axle bolts needed to be retorqued. Makes me very nervous. They would not tell me if there was stress damage or how far out. 
28000 mi Drivetrain making slamming noises – loose spline shaft tightened, whatever that means. 

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2006 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

71000 mi seal from transmission leaking 
40200 mi Went in again for the same humming and vibration. Brought car in and drove with tech in December. Bringing car back again to ride with tech. Going to be 5th time 
46000 mi Transmission Mount replaced 
71200 mi

US $90
Left rear axle seal leaking 
54600 mi

US $76
There's is an issue with the power transfer unit that is causing some "clicking" during steering maneuvers. I chose not to have the repair done due to cost (well over $2000). 
68000 mi Transmission Rebuilt 
73000 mi Replaced completely. 
42600 mi Rear differential seal leaking. Rear differential seal replaced. 
57660 mi

$90
Right Rear Seal Leaking, Part ordered, Mechanic stated repair is warranty covered. 
94000 mi also replaced 2 transmission sensors the inpu and output sensors. 

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2005 Chrysler Pacifica

Engine not specified

34000 mi

US $187
Also notice a slight engine "surge" at about 35 mph. Shop replaced torque converter. 
21000 mi Delay in switching gears, or a clunking sound in the transmission box when shifting fron Drive to Park, or vice versa. 

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2005 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

50000 mi

US $100
Seals on transmission were starting to leak, had them replaced. 
106000 mi

US $2750
Transmission problem. Overhauled. 
119740 mi

C $232
tranny drain and fill 
82000 mi

US $75
Right Axle Drive Shaft was replaced. 

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2005 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

80000 mi Autostick will not return to 1st gear when coming to a stop, has to be done manually, and, when done so, switches gears with a big "clunk" that shakes the vehicle. 
118300 mi

US $2150
Rebuilt Transmission 
37200 mi

C $1200
Seals leaking on auto transmission, notice fluid on driveway 
98200 mi

US $2800
internal pump pin sheared destroying input gear train 
68700 mi

US $1314
replace output shaft speed sensor 

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2005 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

31000 mi left axle broke 

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2004 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

220000 mi

US $1403
repair torque converter 

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2004 Chrysler Pacifica 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

149000 mi

US $2500
noise occurred at highway speed, followed by a smell of smoke and loss of pulling power. Complete drive train replaced except the rear end and transmission. After the shop tried to repair the problem 3 times, they said they could not find anything wrong but the symptoms would reappear after driving at highway speeds. Repair not successful. My local Chrysler dealer stated they did not carry repair manuals for a car that is 13 years old. That comment did not set well with me because the vehicle other wise works beautifully. I have heard comments from salvage yards that the car IS A 2004 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. As if to say, it is not worth fixing. I would like to hear from a Chrysler tech that this is true. Any help would be appreciated. 
121000 mi

US $400
Gear shift mechanism locked 
48360 mi Front end clicking on full turns. Solution: AWD transfer case replaced. 
114000 mi

US $20
There is a vibration in the vehicle at 30 - 40 MPH. This was diagnosed to be caused by the torque converter beginning to go bad. Repair is $600 without a Transmission rebuild, I decided to wait until it gets so bad I have to repair it. 
68000 mi

US $60
Transmission cooler hose blew for unknown reason, resulting in massive transmission fluid leak - had to constantly fill with fluid just to limp to the shop (only 4 miles away, luckily, so no damage!) 
45000 mi Would not shift to 4th gear Replaced transmission under warranty 
55180 mi Transmission went into limp mode. Seems to be a common fault. Sold vehicle As'Is to avoid further problems. 
98000 mi

US $600
After replacement of starter, noticed other problems: flexplate(flywheel) teeth missing. Had a certified mechanic replace flexplate. Owner purchased part from dealership (delivered with vehicle) owner paid only labor. 
104000 mi

US $400
Gasket leaking at solenoid on transmission. solenoid replaced due to not being able to just replace the gasket. 
85000 mi Found front differential carrier seal leaking. Replaced Seal. 

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