NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Chrysler Pacifica
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan, not a sedan, and sits at the heart of the family-hauler segment as one of the few remaining American-brand entries in the class. Aimed squarely at families who prioritize interior space, sliding rear doors, and everyday practicality, the Pacifica competes in a segment where passenger protection and recall history carry outsized weight. Our coverage spans the 2019 through 2025 model years.
The 2025 Chrysler Pacifica earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 82 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 8 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the Pacifica for its clever interior packaging, genuinely useful Stow 'n Go seating, and a cabin that feels well-suited to family life. Driving refinement draws moderate approval, with most noting a composed, if not sporty, ride. Some reviewers flag interior materials as inconsistent across trim levels, and the plug-in hybrid variant tends to attract specific attention for its powertrain character and added utility.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20152
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL26V358000
Risk: The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Reported 2026-06-02
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:CRITICAL FASTENERS26V296000
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Braun will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359 or Q'Straint's customer service at 1-800-987-9987.
Reported 2026-05-11
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN26V189000
Risk: Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06D, 10D, and 11D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 2, 2026. This recall expands and replac
Reported 2026-03-26
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:25V876000
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Reported 2025-12-17
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:25V877000
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Reported 2025-12-17
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN25V573000
Risk: An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 82C, 86C, 87C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025. This recall is replaced by
Reported 2025-09-04
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS25V471000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers replaced the radio, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 57C.
Reported 2025-07-17
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN25V302000
Risk: An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06C, 54C, 55C. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V189. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy complete
Reported 2025-05-08
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
21 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.