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2005 Chrysler Pacifica Engine cooling Problems

Complaints
211about this part
Share
17%of 1,244 total for the year
Median mileage
55,000miles
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 211 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica, 17% of the 1,244 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Front engine cradle on my 2005 Chrysler Pacifica has rusted to the point that the engine/transmission could fall out while driving. Chrysler says that have no plans to issue a recall for such a condition. I called Chrysler at 1-800-Chrysler and they said it was not covered. The vehicle is in perfect condition and has 109,000 miles on it.”

NHTSA complaint #10553084, filed 2013-11, 110,000 miles

“After getting a routine oil change the dealership told me that my engine cradle (subframe) had a hole in it about the size of a grapefruit. It was rusted through. The engine could fall out. Contacted Chrysler and they will not fix the problem. The car drives terribly. This is extremely dangerous and should be recalled.”

NHTSA complaint #10649829, filed 2014-10, 108,800 miles

“I was doing my oil change, when I noticed that my engine cradle was rusting through. I immediately called, both local Chrysler dealers, was told that although Chrysler is aware of the problem I was not covered. I called Chrysler directly, it was explained to me that although my state is listed in the extended warranty, but because it was originally sold in a state not listed, I was not covered.”

NHTSA complaint #10664530, filed 2014-12, 114,000 miles

“I took our 2005 Pacifica into the local dealership for a oil leak. Finding the motor mount leaking we also discovered the subframe completely rusted through. Upon further examination we find out this is a common issue on these cars and Chrysler refuses to take care of this issue.”

NHTSA complaint #10702889, filed 2015-03, 110,800 miles

“I was driving on the highway going about 55 (MPH) when I went over a pothole. After that my car started making a rattling noise. My mechanic checked the car and said it was the rack and pinion but then he discovered that the whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded and told me it was very dangerous for me to drive the vehicle until I made the proper repaired which is replacing the entire engine cradle.”

NHTSA complaint #10594989, filed 2014-05, 92,341 miles

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Engine cooling: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202210%
202032%
201921%
201830%
2017141%
20081111%
20073310%
200610114%
200521117%
200411713%

Other parts of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica

Body and structure
413 complaintsEngine
224 complaintsSuspension
187 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
130 complaintsFuel system
120 complaintsElectrical system
94 complaintsOther or unknown
87 complaintsBrakes
82 complaintsVehicle speed control
58 complaintsSteering
54 complaintsExterior lighting
38 complaintsAir bags
18 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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