2020 Chrysler Pacifica Engine Problems

NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/12/2026

51Engine complaints

31.5%Of all 162 complaints

#2Most-reported category

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

How engine ranks on this vehicle

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM59 · 36.4%

ENGINE51 · 31.5%

POWER TRAIN36 · 22.2%

STEERING30 · 18.5%

Unspecified / other18 · 11.1%

Share of the 162 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica overview page.

What owners report

“Unknown When driving on expressway the vehicle will intermittently shut off and not allow acceleration. After waiting 5-20 mins the vehicle can be started and…”NHTSA complaint 11641289 — filed 02/07/2025

“Electrical system issues. Had to replace both batteries in the pacifica. The van jerks or grinds while trying to shift. Now the oil pan is…”NHTSA complaint 11638079 — filed 01/23/2025

“The car was running great, but then I had the check engine light on. When I checked the vehicle with an OBDD2, I got P0303…”NHTSA complaint 11629799 — filed 12/10/2024

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Engine complaints by year filed

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica have engine problems?

Engine is the #2 most-reported problem area on the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica: 51 of 162 complaints on file (31.5%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.

How many complaints does the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica have in total?

162 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 7 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, 10 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.

What does NHTSA's engine category include?

NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.