Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2022 Chrysler Pacifica
The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica shows moderate reliability with notable recalls involving airbag issues, visibility, and electrical systems. Pay close attention to potential airbag compliance flaws during inspection. Ensure all recall work is verified as completed to ensure safety compliance.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns and 221 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V362000 Park Outside: Battery May Catch Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #26V189000 Improperly Sealed Side Curtain Air Bags/FMVSS 226 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V876000 Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V877000 Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V302000 Improperly Sealed Side Curtain Air Bag/FMVSS 226 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V793000 Curtain Air Bags May Not Deploy/FMVSS 214, 226 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V436000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V010000 Unexpected Engine Shutdown from Electrical Short NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V619000 Improperly Tightened Windshield Wiper Arms NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V181000 Seat Not Secured Properly/FMVSS 225 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 74 complaints
- Engine 68 complaints
- Electrical System 64 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 27 complaints
- Unknown or Other 27 complaints
- Seats 17 complaints
Of the 221 complaints on file, 8 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 221 complaints, owners report 20 injuries and 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Side airbags may not deploy
How to check: Inspect seams and connectors on side curtain airbags.
Rearview camera may not display
How to check: Test rearview camera for clear live display.
Windshield wipers may fail
How to check: Operate wipers and observe functions in all settings.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises upon starting.
Red flag: Loud knocking or grinding
- 02
Parking and reversing
What to check: Verify rearview camera displays correctly.
Red flag: No rearview camera image
- 03
Normal city driving
What to check: Detect unusual vibrations or noises from wheels.
Red flag: Persistent vibration or noise
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth gear shifting.
Red flag: Rough or delayed shifting
- 05
Full stop braking
What to check: Evaluate brake efficiency and any sounds.
Red flag: Grinding or squealing brakes
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has recall work been completed?
- Any airbag issues resolved?
- Are there known electrical problems?
- How often has it been serviced?
- Have all software updates been installed?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Proof of recall repairs
- Maintenance records
- Vehicle inspection report
- Title and registration
- Warranty documents
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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