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2C4RC1GG9JR••••••2018 Chrysler PACIFICA
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2018 Chrysler PACIFICA build (17 vs 8).
17on this build
846on the model
103builds in total
Most reportedEngine 6Electrical System 4Steering 3Forward Collision Avoidance 1
What owners of this build wrote
VisibilityJun 2026
My 2018 Chrysler Pacifica suddenly had the AC unit blowing hot air at ~82k miles and 8-years of life. The unit died and as a family vehicle at the start of summer, I'm unable to carry my young children in it in the heat safely as it blows hot air regardless of the specified…
SteeringApr 2026
When in a turn the steering wheel can feel stuck and you have to jerk the wheel to get it unstuck. Which could cause issues if there are cars driving next to you. This seems to be happening more and more often
Electrical SystemOct 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen failed to function as intended. The back-over prevention screen displayed a black screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with…
EngineJan 2023
Began with a misfire in cylinder 1 that would chug on startup, the smooth out. Had a check engine light come one, which showed the misfire in cylinder one. Brought it to the dealer, they noted low coolant levels and possible blown head gasket. Had only 108,000 miles. They could…
Unknown Or OtherMay 2022
GPS does not show accurate location. GPS location is showing vehicle location is 100s of miles from the actual location. This makes GPS unusable, and other vehicle functions that require the vehicles location to be unusable as well. There are extensive documented reports of this…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2C4RC1GG9JR260055 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.