2025 Chrysler Pacifica
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

- 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
- 10 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- 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
- 10 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 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), 13% better than the 2025 minivan average of 26.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 10 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Pacifica — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Pacifica →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Minivan AWD | 204.3 in | 79.5 in | 70.1 in | 121.7 in | 68.5 / 68.5 in | 4,883 lb | 55/45 |
| 4dr Minivan FWD | 204.3 in | 79.5 in | 70.1 in | 121.7 in | 68.5 / 68.5 in | 4,522 lb | 55/45 |
| Hybrid 4dr Minivan | 204.3 in | 79.5 in | 70.1 in | 121.7 in | 68.5 / 68.5 in | 4,943 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacifica Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 30 / 30 | +13% | $2,250 | 119 |
| Pacifica | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 28 / 22 | -17% | $3,050 | 401 |
| Pacifica AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | – | $3,350 | 450 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Chrysler Pacifica PV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 11.6% |


Similar 2025 minivans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Chrysler Pacifica (this car) | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2025 Toyota Sienna | 36 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2025 Kia Carnival | 33 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 Honda Odyssey | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz | 234 mi | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Chrysler Voyager | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
Recalls (10)
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Sep 1, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V561000 · 2,017 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica, and 2026 Chrysler Voyager Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The brake pedal position sensor capacitor may be cracked, which can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Risk
- A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace brake pedal position sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 69D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 9, 2026.
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.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain · Sep 4, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V573000 · 985 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 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 October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 82C, 86C, 87C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V189. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Critical Fasteners · Mar 27, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V191000 · 8 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The bolts securing the front brake caliper bracket may not be tightened properly, which can result in reduced steering control, a brake fluid leak, and a loss of front brake function.
- Risk
- Reduced steering control, a brake fluid leak, and loss of front brake function increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper brackets and bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 27C.
Not every 2025 Chrysler Pacifica is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Chrysler Pacifica buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 10 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 9 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 6 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 6 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 26,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Pacifica years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Pacifica | 22 | – | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Pacifica | 30 | 204.3 in | Not rated | 5 | 11 |
| 2024 Pacifica | 30 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 11 | 73 |
| 2023 Pacifica | 30 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 14 | 195 |
| 2022 Pacifica | 30 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 334 |
| 2021 Pacifica | 30 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 403 |
| 2020 Pacifica | 30 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 231 |
| 2019 Pacifica | 30 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 9 | 361 |
| 2018 Pacifica | 32 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 16 | 1,113 |
| 2017 Pacifica | 32 | 204.3 in | ★★★★★ | 17 | 1,621 |
| 2008 Pacifica | 18 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 49 |
| 2007 Pacifica | 18 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 132 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chrysler. How we calculate this →