Does the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica, the most recent reported on March 4, 2004 (Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?

Owners have filed 896 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (323 complaints), followed by engine (141).

How many 2004 Chrysler Pacifica complaints mention a crash or fire?

32 of 896 complaints report a crash and 30 a fire; 29 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Chrysler Pacifica recalls and problems

2 recalls and 896 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.

recalls

896

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Chrysler Pacifica recalls

Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)

NHTSA campaign 04V113000 · reported March 4, 2004 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 34,561 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a ngc-1 powertrain control module, the software protocole used to test the vehicle exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system may lead to engine stalling under certain operating conditions.
The risk: This could cause a crash without warning.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module software. Owner notification began on march 15, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA campaign 03V471000 · reported November 10, 2003 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 9,579 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the chassis fuel supply tube may have been incorrectly manufactured.
The risk: Under certain engine and vehicle dynamic conditions, the fuel line may separate, resulting in a fuel leak and an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a secondary retention clip to the fuel line quick connect. Owner notification began on december 15, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Structure323
Engine141
Suspension125
Engine and engine cooling117
Electrical system109
Power train96
Steering50
Fuel system, gasoline42
Fuel/propulsion system41
Unknown or other41

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 30, 2021 · Structure
Subframe/Engine Cradle failed due to rust. Subframe is available for inspection upon request. My safety or the safety of others is put at risk due to the failed (rusted, corroded, rotted) subframe/engine cradle. Vehicle’s engine is at risk of falling through the vehicle’s frame at any moment whether the vehicle is…

Feb 1, 2021 · Fuel/propulsion system · 200,000 miles · fire reported
TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2004 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS SON WAS DRIVING AT 20 MPH, A STATE TROOPER HAD BEGUN TO WAVE HIS SON'S VEHICLE DOWN. THE TROOPER THEN INFORMED HIM THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. ALL OCCUPANTS IMMEDIATELY EXITED THE VEHICLE AND THE STATE TROOPER WAS ABLE TO…

Dec 13, 2020 · Air bags · 150,000 miles · crash reported · fire reported
DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE WHEN THE CRUISE CUT OUT AND THE ENGINE SKIPPED. PULLED OVER TO CHECK ENGINE FLUIDS AND ALL WERE OK. NO ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS OR ANY OTHER INDICATION OF SOMETHING BEING WRONG. CONTINUED AT APPROX 70 MPH WHEN THERE SEEMED TO BE AN INTERNAL EXPLOSION WITHIN THE ENGINE CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STOP…

Nov 7, 2020 · Structure · 11,800 miles
THE UNDER CARRIAGE THAT HOLDS ENGINE IN PLACE IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH. I BOUGHT BRAND NEW TIRES FROM BELLE TIRE ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2020. BY NOVEMBER 1 2020 I WAS OBSERVING EXTREME WEAR ON THE BRAND NEW TIRES. WENT TO MY MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THE CAR IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE DUE TO THE CRADLE RUST ROT, AND THE ENGINE IS…

Oct 16, 2020 · Electrical system · 184,000 miles
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND MY LIGHTS ALL LIT UP, CAR STALLED, AND MY DASH BOARD SAID NO BUS

Pacifica model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2003	0	1	0	0
2004	2	896	32	30
2005	2	1,244	25	13
2006	1	726	20	7
2007	0	326	8	10

Across all years, the 2017 Pacifica has the most complaints (1,542). All Chrysler Pacifica years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica, the most recent reported on March 4, 2004 (Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?: Owners have filed 896 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (323 complaints), followed by engine (141).
How many 2004 Chrysler Pacifica complaints mention a crash or fire?: 32 of 896 complaints report a crash and 30 a fire; 29 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 30, 2021.