Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
NHTSA data on file today
The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 726 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #06V432000 FUEL PUMP/POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 198 complaints
- Engine 146 complaints
- Power Train 109 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 101 complaints
- Suspension 86 complaints
- Unknown or Other 63 complaints
Of the 726 complaints on file, 20 report a crash and 7 a fire; across all 726 complaints, owners report 24 injuries and 10 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,500–$9,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica experiences frequent issues, particularly with its structure, engine, and powertrain. Recalls and numerous complaints about engine stalling and structural issues contribute to its below-average reliability rating, resulting in potentially high repair costs over time.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 70,000–100,000 miles | $1,000–$3,500 | very common |
| Powertrain | 60,000–90,000 miles | $800–$2,500 | common |
| Suspension | 80,000–110,000 miles | $600–$1,500 | common |
| Fuel system | 70,000–100,000 miles | $300–$1,200 | occasional |
| Electrical system | 50,000–80,000 miles | $200–$800 | 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 changes every 5,000 miles
- Transmission fluid replacement every 50,000 miles
- Brake inspection every 10,000 miles
- Tire rotation every 8,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noise or stalling
- Transmission slipping or lag
- Excessive suspension noise
- Fuel smell or poor efficiency
- Frequent electrical issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.