2005 Chrysler Pacifica Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 130about this part
- Share
- 10%of 1,244 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 91,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 130 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica, 10% of the 1,244 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 91,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have owned this vehicle for almost two years with minimal issues. All of a sudden three days ago, I was driving on the freeway and the accelerator stopped working. The car did not shut off just kind of sputtered like it wanted to cut off. I had to maneuver my way to the side of the road. Eventually I ended up having it towed to my home. Now I am without a vehicle. I was told it could be the PCM, ECM or the transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #11051579, filed 2017-11, 126,000 miles“I was driving and getting ready to turn at a light and as soon as I started to turn my car turned off. Also when I brake somewhat fast it makes a big clunking sound. Also ever since I've had the car it seems to shift pretty hard. I am mostly concerned with is turning off on me while I am driving though.”
NHTSA complaint #10592789, filed 2014-05, 130,000 miles“The vehicle has stalled multiple times during a left turn. Apparently many of the 05 pacificas were recalled for this issue, but the Chrysler service said my vehicle was not under the recall even though it has the same issue under the recall. 06v432000. Since my VIN does not pull up the recall they will not cover fixing the vehicle, even though so many other cars were recalled in the same year for this dangerous issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10640726, filed 2014-10, 100,000 miles“Car was stationary in residential driveway. Transmision would not shift out of park. The simple release mechanism did not help. Took consol apart. As described on youtube videos, could see that the pink plastic part was broken so spring did not operate. Found opening so I could rotate the pink part with finger and get out of park. This problem sounds exactly like problems covered by recall k39, but my model is apparently not covered. Why is it not covered? Should Chrysler cover the repair?”
NHTSA complaint #11110618, filed 2018-07, 101,000 miles“When I start my car from a parked position, I put the car in reverse and it stalls out . It throws the car in neutral . I also ended up in a ditch . I had to leave the car at my job. Unable to drive it home from work. My mechanic will come and tow my car to his shop.”
NHTSA complaint #10562804, filed 2014-02, 124,000 milesRelated recalls
- 06V432000Nov 9, 2006On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (pcm) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating…Covers: Chrysler Pacifica 2005–2006
Related service bulletins
- 10221097Apr 7, 2021Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10220840Mar 31, 2021Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10217728Jul 30, 2014Generic Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Procedure This bulletin involves programming a generic PCM with software.
- 10141243Jul 30, 2014Generic Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Procedure This bulletin involves programming a generic PCM with software.
- 10021684Apr 26, 2007Generic powertrain control module (pcm) procedure.
- 10021239Aug 25, 2006Powertrain control module initialization.
- 10011937Oct 19, 2005Power transfer unit (ptu) click/pop sound.
- 10013731Mar 2, 2005Powertrain control module initialization.
- 10011944Feb 8, 2005Popping/clicking/snapping sound in front end. Front half shaft and front hub assembly. Gpop - issue review system.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 18% |
| 2025 | 3 | 10% |
| 2024 | 13 | 28% |
| 2023 | 42 | 27% |
| 2022 | 73 | 33% |
| 2021 | 120 | 32% |
| 2020 | 39 | 23% |
| 2019 | 74 | 23% |
| 2018 | 158 | 18% |
| 2017 | 473 | 31% |
| 2008 | 14 | 14% |
| 2007 | 88 | 27% |
| 2006 | 109 | 15% |
| 2005 | 130 | 10% |
| 2004 | 96 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
413 complaintsEngine
224 complaintsEngine cooling
211 complaintsSuspension
187 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology