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2005 Chrysler Pacifica Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

85/100

#3 most-complained of 14 Pacifica years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2005 Chrysler Pacifica has 1,244 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 85 out of 100 — #3 highest of 14 Pacifica model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is engine (483 complaints, 39% of the total). Complaints report 25 crashes, 13 fires, and 19 injuries.

Complaints
1,244
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
25 / 13
Injuries / deaths
19 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
17.5
15.5 city / 22 hwy

Top 2005 Chrysler Pacifica problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine483 (39%)
  2. Structure & Body425 (34%)
  3. Suspension, Wheels & Tires201 (16%)
  4. Transmission & Powertrain130 (10%)
  5. Electrical System124 (10%)
  6. Fuel System120 (10%)
  7. Other90 (7%)
  8. Brakes86 (7%)
  9. Steering54 (4%)
  10. Airbags18 (1%)
2005 Chrysler Pacifica complaints: complaints filed per quarter952004 Q32007 Q22009 Q42012 Q22014 Q42017 Q22019 Q42023 Q2
1755 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2004 Q3 to 2026 Q2; peak 2014 Q3 (95).

2005 Chrysler Pacifica recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 06V432000Nov 9, 2006Transmission & Powertrain127,928 vehicles

    Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

    On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (PCM) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.

    Risk: This could cause a crash to occur without prior warning.

    Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from august 1, 2004 through september 30, 2004. The recall began on november 21, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

  2. NHTSA 05V066000Mar 1, 2005Electrical System43,180 vehicles

    Exterior lighting:headlights

    Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with halogen headlamps may experience an intermittent and eventual total loss of headlamp function.

    Risk: The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace if necessary, the wiring harness and low beam bulb on both headlamp assemblies free of charge. The recall began on march 28, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2005 Chrysler Pacifica fuel economy and fuel cost

City
15.5 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
Combined
17.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,700
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2005 compared with other Pacifica years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2005Avoid851,244217.5
2006Caution69726117.5
2007Good31326017.5

All Chrysler Pacifica years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica ranks #3 of 14 among Pacifica model years (Complaint Index 85/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 1,244 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?
The most reported problem areas are engine (483 complaints), structure & body (425 complaints), and suspension, wheels & tires (201 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 97,034 miles.
Does the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica, most recently reported 2006, covering transmission & powertrain and electrical system.
What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?
EPA rates the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica at 17.5 MPG combined (15.5 city / 22 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.