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2006 Chrysler Pacifica recalls and problems

1 recall and 726 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.

1
recalls
726
owner complaints
20
complaints mentioning a crash
7
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.

2006 Chrysler Pacifica recalls

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

NHTSA campaign 06V432000 · reported November 9, 2006 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 127,928 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (PCM) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.
The risk
This could cause a crash to occur without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from august 1, 2004 through september 30, 2004. The recall began on november 21, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Aug 11, 2025 · Power train · 94,791 miles

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle turned off independently but was able to be restarted. Additionally, the vehicle was difficult to start. The vehicle was taken to an independent shop, where the PCM was reprogrammed and an unknown fuel…

Nov 14, 2023 · Seats · crash reported

When struck from behind in an accident, the driver's front seat failed.

Sep 21, 2022 · Equipment adaptive/mobility · 102,000 miles · crash reported

The contact owned a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, she lost control of the vehicle as it went through a guardrail and crashed into a tree where it came to a stop. The contact stated that she lost consciousness as she could not remember went occurred in detail. A professional…

Sep 19, 2022 · Unknown or other

Bought this car 3 months ago from Ford dealership, took it to mechanic shop today for oil change and was told car is "unsafe to drive" from frame being so rusted

May 22, 2022 · Unknown or other

Bought car from a private seller and wasn't informed of MASSIVE and UNSAFE DAMAGE TO ENGINE CRADLE. The engine cradle is nearly completely rotted out. Don't know if rust has eroded other parts until a mechanic can look extensively at the engine cradle. I have been trying salvage yards and 9 out of the 10 Pacifica's I…

Pacifica model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2003 0100
2004 28963230
2005 21,2442513
2006 1726207
2007 0326810
2008 010224

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

Questions

Does the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica, the most recent reported on November 9, 2006 (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 2006 Chrysler Pacifica?
Owners have filed 726 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (198 complaints), followed by engine (146).
How many 2006 Chrysler Pacifica complaints mention a crash or fire?
20 of 726 complaints report a crash and 7 a fire; 24 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 11, 2025.