Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 22 owner complaints are on file.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 12 complaints
- Hybrid Propulsion System 11 complaints
- Back Over Prevention 6 complaints
- Engine 5 complaints
- Power Train 2 complaints
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,500–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid faces reliability issues with its electrical and hybrid systems, as indicated by the high number of complaints related to these components.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 20,000–30,000 miles | $400–$800 | very common |
| hybrid propulsion system | 30,000–40,000 miles | $1,200–$2,500 | common |
| engine | 50,000–70,000 miles | $700–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- oil and filter changes
- tire rotations
- coolant replacement
- brake inspections
- battery health checks
- transmission fluid checks
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- unexpected shutdowns
- decreased battery range
- strange engine noises
- frequent error messages
- inconsistent transmission performance
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.