2023 Chrysler

Pacifica Hybrid

Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.6 L

Chrysler Pacifica: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Minivan - 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission: Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain: Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel: Regular Gas and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio: 3.59
Cyl: 6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration: Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Motor kW: 89EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City: 29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb: 30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr: $2,100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂: 119 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score: 10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score: 7/10
Elec. Range: 520 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V): 260 mi/hr
Recharge hrs: 2EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified: Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length: 204 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width: 80 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height: 70 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase: 122 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight: 4,883 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Overall crash rating: ★★★★★
Rollover rating: ★★★★★
Stability control (ESC): Standard
Forward-collision warning: Standard
Lane-departure warning: Standard
Recalls: 14
Owner complaints: 128

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

ENGINE20%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM17%
POWER TRAIN16%
AIR BAGS14%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 217 total.

Chrysler Pacifica: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

RQ24004Openopened Feb 27, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.
PE22008opened Jul 22, 2022POWER TRAIN
Transmission fault leading to loss of motive power

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

298 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

May 29, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS1623000028 REV.I
Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
May 21, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM112379
ID-26-04 Rev. A Addition of 2.0L T4 Long Block or Complete Engine to the Powertrain Service Center (PTSC) Pre-Approval Program
May 21, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM112335
Warranty Newsletter – Volume 12, Issue 5
May 18, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYS2623000034
Popping Clicking Noise From Power Sliding Door During Operation Open And Or Closed.
May 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM111834
SENSOR – KNOCK
May 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM111833
SENSOR – KNOCK
May 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM08-208-26 REV. A
Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). NOTE: Hub operation does not return until the vehicle undergoes a full key cycle.
May 7, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM111702
SWITCH - LIFTGATE
and 290 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain: 5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance: 5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.