The 2017 Pacifica is the launch year of the new minivan replacing the Town & Country. It uses the Pentastar 3.6L V6 and a 9-speed automatic. Launch-year electrical issues (PCM stalling), transmission complaints, and the hybrid model fire recall make this one of Chryslers most-recalled vehicles.
Launch-year Pacifica has 20+ recalls. PCM stalling and 9-speed shifts dominate complaints. Hybrid has a separate fire recall.
NHTSA recall 17V-303 covers PCM-related stalling that can occur without warning. Free dealer reflash.
View P0606 Diagnosis →Multiple TSBs and software updates for harsh shifts and gear hunting. Some cars need valve-body replacement.
View P0700 Diagnosis →NHTSA recall 22V-077 covers Pacifica Hybrid that can catch fire while parked. Park outside until repaired.
Run free diagnosis →Pentastar 3.6L rocker arms wear and tick. Can require head removal in severe cases.
View P0301 Diagnosis →Power sliding doors stick, fail to latch, or trigger random alarms. Multiple TSBs for sensor and motor replacement.
Run free diagnosis →Random reboots, lost backup camera, and Bluetooth issues. Software updates released regularly.
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Skip the 2017 and consider a 2020+ when most launch issues were resolved. Verify all open recalls are completed before purchase.
Below average. Long recall list reflects launch-year teething problems. Newer model years are much better.
Plan $900-$1,200/year by year 5. Many repairs are recall-covered if VIN qualifies. Lifetime non-routine cost typically $3,500-$6,000 to 150K miles.
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Below average. Launch-year Pacifica has one of the longest recall lists in recent Chrysler history. Newer years are significantly better.
More than 20 recalls including PCM stalling (17V-303) and Pacifica Hybrid fire (22V-077). Verify all open recalls are closed at nhtsa.gov.
Only if recall 22V-077 has been completed. Until then, Chrysler advises parking outside and not charging.
With recall fixes applied and good maintenance, 150,000-180,000 miles. The Pentastar is generally durable.
Yes. The 9-speed shifted harshly and hunted gears. Software updates resolved most cases; severe failures need valve-body work.
The 2020. By then most launch-year issues were resolved and the recall list is dramatically shorter.