2023 Chrysler Pacifica Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 11% of its 152 total complaints for the year. A related recall (23V500000) covers a deformed fuel line that can leak on Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid models. Median mileage at failure is 81,000.
- Fuel System complaints
- 17
- 11% of 152
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 81,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the vehicle displaying a red turtle icon and a "Stop Safely, Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon" warning, followed by sudden loss of power at highway speed.
- Some report the loss of power happening repeatedly over many months, forcing evasive lane changes to reach a shoulder.
- Several describe the vehicle failing to transition from electric to gas power, leaving it stalled or rolling backward on a hill.
- One owner reported the accelerator pedal failing to respond at 70 MPH, later linked to a separate electrical/hybrid propulsion recall campaign.
- Another described a stutter followed by a power and power-steering loss while slowing to turn.
When 2023 Chrysler Pacifica fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 16, 2024, latest Aug 7, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica
- NHTSA 23V500000Jul 20, 2023Fuel System967 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles. The fuel line may be deformed, causing a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel line as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77A.
Fuel System complaints by Pacifica model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Are there fuel system complaints for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Pacifica, accounting for 11% of the 152 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica?
- Yes. Recall campaign 23V500000 covers Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid models with a fuel line that may be deformed and leak. Dealers inspect and replace the fuel line as needed at no charge.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems occur on the 2023 Pacifica?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 81,000 miles for Fuel System complaints on the 2023 Pacifica.
- Do 2023 Pacifica fuel system complaints involve crashes or fires?
- No. NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires among the 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Pacifica.
- How does the 2023 Pacifica compare to other model years for fuel system complaints?
- The 2023 Pacifica's Fuel System complaints make up 11% of its total complaints, lower than the 2021 model year's 21% share but higher than the 2024 model year's 7% share.