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2022 Chrysler Pacifica Electrical System Problems

Owners filed 58 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica, 27% of its 211 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 41,607, with one fire and one injury reported. Two related recalls (26V362000 and 23V010000) cover PHEV battery fire risk and a wiring connector short.

Electrical System complaints
58
27% of 211
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
41,607 mi
Related recalls
2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Vehicle powers itself off unexpectedly while driving at highway speed, sometimes repeatedly within the same trip.
  • Sudden loss of motive power on the highway with the accelerator becoming unresponsive and dash warning that the vehicle is off.
  • In cold weather, the hybrid battery fails to heat properly, triggering 'turtle mode' that limits speed to 30 mph even at highway speeds.
  • Random stalling that continues after a dealer software update, occurring multiple times per week.
  • A parked, unoccupied vehicle caught fire after the alarm repeatedly sounded before the fire was discovered.
  • Owners report delays getting the recall part needed to fix the wiring connector short circuit.

When 2022 Chrysler Pacifica electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 2, 2022, latest Sep 18, 2026.

2022 Chrysler Pacifica electrical system complaints: complaints filed per month4Mar 2022Mar 2023Nov 2023Aug 2024Feb 2025Jul 2025Jan 2026Jul 2026
58 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Mar 2023 (4).

Electrical System recalls for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica

  1. NHTSA 26V362000Jun 4, 2026Electrical System17,277 vehiclesPark Outside

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.

    Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the battery pack assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 23, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 52D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

  2. NHTSA 23V010000Jan 17, 2023Electrical System67,117 vehicles

    Electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEVs). An internal transmission wiring connector may short circuit, resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown.

    Risk: An unexpected engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the Power Inverter Module (PIM) software and, if necessary, update the instrument panel cluster (IPC) and the electronic control module (ECM) software, free of charge. FCA US will notify dealers and begin notifying owners on or about: 03/21/2023 for 2021 model year vehicles, 05/02/2023 for 2019-2020 model year vehicles, and 06/15/2023 for 2017-2018 model year vehicles. FCA began notifying owners on February 23, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03A.

Electrical System complaints by Pacifica model year

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

  1. 20161 (50%)
  2. 2017397 (26%)
  3. 2018287 (33%)
  4. 201995 (31%)
  5. 202065 (38%)
  6. 2021151 (41%)
  7. 202258 (27%)
  8. 202342 (28%)
  9. 202413 (31%)
  10. 20251 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica?
NHTSA lists 58 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Pacifica, which is 27% of the 211 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica's electrical system?
Yes. Recall 26V362000 covers a PHEV battery pack fire risk and advises owners to park outside, and recall 23V010000 addresses a transmission wiring connector that can short circuit and cause unexpected engine shutdown.
At what mileage do 2022 Pacifica electrical failures typically occur?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 41,607 at the time of failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2022 Pacifica.
Did the electrical issues cause any fires or injuries?
NHTSA complaint data for the 2022 Pacifica's Electrical System includes one fire and one injury, with no crashes reported.
How does the 2022 Pacifica compare to other years for electrical complaints?
The 2022 model's 27% share of electrical complaints is lower than several other years, including 2021 at 41%, 2020 at 38%, and 2018 at 33%.

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.