How common are transmission and powertrain problems in the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 15 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2023 model year, which is 38% of the 40 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid transmission?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 model year.

At what mileage do these transmission and powertrain issues typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 19,550 miles.

Do these transmission and powertrain complaints involve crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid shows 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported complaints.

What does the transmission and powertrain complaint share look like for other Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid years?

The share of complaints in this area was 47% for 2022 and 50% for 2024, compared to 38% for 2023, based on NHTSA data.

2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 15 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid, 38% of all 40 complaints filed for the year. The median mileage at failure is 19,550 miles, and there are no related recalls on file.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 15; 38% of 40
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 19,550 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle displays a "Stop Safely Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon" warning and loses engine power suddenly while driving, sometimes on highways or in heavy traffic.
Sudden loss of power or stalling occurs at low mileage, with some owners reporting it happened repeatedly within the same drive.
Accelerator pedal fails to respond and the vehicle will not accelerate as expected, accompanied by check engine and low battery warning lights.
Diagnostic codes point to drive motor inverter performance issues, described in one case as an internal short in the transmission.
Vehicle rolls away or continues moving forward despite being placed in reverse or park, particularly when parked on an incline.
Owners report the vehicle enters limp mode or coasts to a stop in traffic lanes, creating a hazard when trying to reach the shoulder.

When 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 13, 2023, latest Mar 25, 2025.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2023 to Mar 2025; peak May 2024 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201715 (19%)
201839 (17%)
201915 (33%)
202017 (29%)
20213 (12%)
202255 (47%)
202315 (38%)
202413 (50%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission and powertrain problems in the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 15 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2023 model year, which is 38% of the 40 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid transmission?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 model year.
At what mileage do these transmission and powertrain issues typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 19,550 miles.
Do these transmission and powertrain complaints involve crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid shows 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported complaints.
What does the transmission and powertrain complaint share look like for other Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid years?: The share of complaints in this area was 47% for 2022 and 50% for 2024, compared to 38% for 2023, based on NHTSA data.