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2023 Chrysler Pacifica Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 34 airbag complaints for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 22% of its 152 total complaints. Most owners describe delayed parts for the side curtain airbag recall (25V302000), with one crash reported and a median failure mileage of 35,708 miles.

Airbags complaints
34
22% of 152
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
35,708 mi
Related recalls
5

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

  • Owners report receiving recall notice 25V302000 for side curtain airbags but being told replacement parts are unavailable at the dealer.
  • Several owners say the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable time to complete the recall repair, leaving the vehicle unrepaired for months.
  • Some owners describe discomfort using the vehicle to transport children because the side curtain airbags may not deploy properly in a crash.
  • One owner reported a crash with a deer where the airbag recall had not been completed prior to the impact.
  • A few owners note dealers confirming the airbag defect exists but refusing to diagnose or touch the vehicle until a fix is issued by the manufacturer.

When 2023 Chrysler Pacifica airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 14, 2025, latest Jul 20, 2026.

2023 Chrysler Pacifica airbags complaints: complaints filed per month8Jul 2025Oct 2025Dec 2025Feb 2026May 2026Jul 2026
34 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2025 to Jul 2026; peak Sep 2025 (8).

Airbags recalls for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica

  1. NHTSA 26V358000Jun 2, 2026Airbags141 vehicles

    Air bags:frontal

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 26V189000Mar 26, 2026Airbags293,264 vehicles

    Air bags:side/window:curtain

    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 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: Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.

    Remedy: 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.

  3. NHTSA 25V302000May 8, 2025Airbags250,651 vehicles

    Air bags:side/window:curtain

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  4. NHTSA 24V793000Oct 24, 2024Airbags26 vehicles

    Air bags:side/window:curtain

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Pacifica and 2020-2021, 2023 Voyager vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the side curtain air bags may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is A8B.

  5. NHTSA 24V199000Mar 14, 2024Airbags38,164 vehicles

    Air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.

Airbags complaints by Pacifica model year

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

  1. 200518 (1%)
  2. 200615 (2%)
  3. 200711 (3%)
  4. 20085 (5%)
  5. 20160 (0%)
  6. 201712 (1%)
  7. 20189 (1%)
  8. 20193 (1%)
  9. 20204 (2%)
  10. 20214 (1%)
  11. 202212 (6%)
  12. 202334 (22%)
  13. 202410 (24%)
  14. 20259 (32%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica have?
NHTSA lists 34 airbag complaints for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, which is 22% of the 152 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall on the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica?
Yes. NHTSA recall 25V302000 covers side curtain airbags that may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams, and there are four other airbag-related recalls tied to this model year, including 26V358000, 26V189000, 24V793000, and 24V199000.
Have the 2023 Pacifica airbag recalls caused any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data for this airbag complaint group shows one crash and zero fires or injuries reported.
At what mileage do 2023 Pacifica airbag problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica is 35,708 miles.
Why are owners frustrated with the airbag recall repair?
Multiple owners report that the side curtain airbag replacement parts for recall 25V302000 were unavailable at dealers, delaying repairs beyond what they consider a reasonable time.

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.