2005 Chrysler Pacifica Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 54about this part
- Share
- 4%of 1,244 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 107,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 54 complaints about the steering of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica, 4% of the 1,244 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 107,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Engine cradle rusted out an cost me $1600 for replacement major safety issue Chrysler seemed to get away with an now I keep blowing power steering hose on front drivers side right next to transaxle I'm a big Chrysler/mopar guy an it's a shame they are not even willing to look at or consider a recall or replacing these parts an fixing thelse issues someone is going to end up dead because the motor fell out or they lost there steering an killed someone or them selfs. …”
NHTSA complaint #11180712, filed 2019-02, 206,000 miles“I experienced violent vibration and or/shake in the steering wheel. With a thumping under my feet .when I got home I jacked up my car to see what was going on. And was shocked to see the rear motor mount had broken through the cross member and not much attachment remaining.”
NHTSA complaint #10605876, filed 2014-06, 138,821 miles“My wife was going 35mph in town. Coming to an intersection she needed to turn. No brakes or steering, both stopped working. Luckily no one hit her and she was able to stop before hitting the telephone pole. I have seen a number of people online with similar issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10668105, filed 2014-12, 90,125 miles“While operating my 2005 Chrysler Pacifica limited edition I heard a loud clunking, popping, sound coming from my front end, which was exacerbated when I turned either left, or right. Also, I have a constant shaking which I feel through my steering wheel, which becomes more pronounced while I am braking. Anytime I drive over any type of bump, pothole, or even just an uneven road surface it clunks. It sometimes makes a clunking sound even when I am operating on an even road surface. …”
NHTSA complaint #10566904, filed 2014-03, 121,214 miles“My 2005 Chrysler Pacifica started making noise in front passenger side in the suspension and wheel area while on the interstate. A short time later the front passenger wheel started shaking and wobbling uncontrollably at speeds of 65mph. Their was no warning! Thank god I was entering town and was close to home. I got the car home and had friend who is a mechanic investigate the problem. What he found was scary!!!!! The whole sub frame and engine cradle was almost completely gone due to severe rusting in the exact area where the suspension components attach to the frame. …”
NHTSA complaint #11091366, filed 2018-05, 133,847 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10017651Nov 2, 2005Revised power steering system bleeding procedures.
- 10012256Jan 26, 2005The steering wheel tilt mechanism is inoperative.
- 10011958Nov 29, 2004Power steering fluid contamination.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 4% |
| 2023 | 11 | 7% |
| 2022 | 12 | 6% |
| 2021 | 17 | 5% |
| 2020 | 32 | 19% |
| 2019 | 43 | 14% |
| 2018 | 185 | 21% |
| 2017 | 289 | 19% |
| 2008 | 10 | 10% |
| 2007 | 40 | 12% |
| 2006 | 36 | 5% |
| 2005 | 54 | 4% |
| 2004 | 50 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
413 complaintsEngine
224 complaintsEngine cooling
211 complaintsSuspension
187 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
130 complaintsFuel system
120 complaintsElectrical system
94 complaintsOther or unknown
87 complaintsBrakes
82 complaintsVehicle speed control
58 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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