2024 Chrysler Pacifica

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.

Chrysler Pacifica
Pictured: 2004-2006 Chrysler Pacifica -- 03-21-2012. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Minivan - 2WD
Body styles
4dr Minivan AWD, 4dr Minivan FWD, Hybrid 4dr Minivan
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Plug-in Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
30 combined · 29 city / 30 hwy
Length
204.3 in
Curb weight
4,522–4,943 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
11 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 17% better than the average 2024 minivan (25.7 MPG).
  • Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.

Watch out for

  • 11 recallsMore than similar models (about 4). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2024 Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 204 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,883 lb (4dr Minivan AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (29 city / 30 highway), 17% better than the 2024 minivan average of 25.7 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 11 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2024

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 Pacifica — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Pacifica →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Minivan AWD204.3 in79.5 in70.1 in121.7 in68.5 / 68.5 in4,883 lb55/45
4dr Minivan FWD204.3 in79.5 in70.1 in121.7 in68.5 / 68.5 in4,522 lb55/45
Hybrid 4dr Minivan204.3 in79.5 in70.1 in121.7 in68.5 / 68.5 in4,943 lb56/44

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Pacifica Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid3.6L 6-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive29 / 30 / 30+17%$2,250119
Pacifica3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 9-spdFront-Wheel Drive19 / 28 / 22-14%$3,050401
Pacifica AWD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 9-spdAll-Wheel Drive17 / 25 / 20–$3,350450
8/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
9/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.7 MPG2024 Minivan - 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2024 Chrysler Pacifica PV FWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★11.6%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2024 Chrysler Pacifica PV FWD
Frontal crash test — 2024 Chrysler Pacifica PV FWD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2024 Chrysler Pacifica PV FWD
Side crash test — 2024 Chrysler Pacifica PV FWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2024 minivans

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2024 Chrysler Pacifica (this car)30 MPG★★★★★11
2024 Toyota Sienna36 MPGNot rated4
2024 Kia Carnival22 MPG★★★★★2
2024 Honda Odyssey22 MPG★★★★★3
2024 Chrysler Voyager22 MPG★★★★★7

Recalls (11)

Air Bags › Frontal · Jun 2, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V358000 · 141 vehicles

Problem
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The spring inside the front seat harness connector may contact electrical terminals.
Risk
The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Critical Fasteners · May 11, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V296000 · 476 vehicles

Problem
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Braun will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359 or Q'Straint's customer service at 1-800-987-9987.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain · Mar 26, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V189000 · 293,264 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk
Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06D, 10D, and 11D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 2, 2026. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall numbers 25V302 and 25V573. Vehicles previously repaired under a prior recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V877000 · 1,019 vehicles

Problem
Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles

Problem
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Equipment › Appliance › Tv/Radio/Speakers · Jul 17, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V471000 · 21 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The vehicles were built with an incorrect radio, which can cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers replaced the radio, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 57C.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain · May 8, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V302000 · 250,651 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk
An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06C, 54C, 55C. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V189. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Seats › Barriers · Nov 25, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V888000 · 44 vehicles

Problem
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2024 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The seat limiter may not have been installed, allowing the seat to move too far forward. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
A seat positioned too close to the air bag can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and install a seat limiter as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Traction Control System · Mar 28, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V240000 · 26,776 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The traction control system (TCS) does not function when cruise control is activated.
Risk
An inactive traction control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the TCS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 22B.
Visibility › Windshield › Critical Fasteners · Mar 28, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V238000 · 223 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk
A windshield that detaches from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 25B.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · Mar 14, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V199000 · 38,164 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2024 Chrysler Pacifica is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

73Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
3Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
2Injuries reported
12,791 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train26
Engine26
Electrical System22
Unknown Or Other11
Air Bags11
Service Brakes6
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control5
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/08: 724/09: 424/10: 324/11: 124/12: 325/01: 125/03: 125/04: 225/07: 225/08: 325/09: 225/10: 225/11: 225/12: 426/01: 326/02: 126/03: 126/04: 326/05: 426/06: 226/07: 226/08: 326/09: 226/10: 424/0824/1125/0325/0825/1126/0226/0526/08max 7

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2024 Chrysler Pacifica buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 11 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Power Train — 26 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Engine — 26 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Electrical System — 22 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 12,791 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
  7. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Pacifica years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Pacifica22–Not rated11
2026 Pacifica30204.3 inNot rated511
2025 Pacifica30204.3 in★★★★★1031
2023 Pacifica30204.3 in★★★★★14195
2022 Pacifica30204.3 in★★★★★10334
2021 Pacifica30204.3 in★★★★★8403
2020 Pacifica30204.3 in★★★★★7231
2019 Pacifica30204.3 in★★★★★9361
2018 Pacifica32204.3 in★★★★★161,113
2017 Pacifica32204.3 in★★★★★171,621
2008 Pacifica18198.8 inNot rated049
2007 Pacifica18198.8 inNot rated0132

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chrysler. How we calculate this →