NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Chrysler Pacifica Safety Ratings
The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica achieved a perfect score for its advanced avoidance technologies. This contributed to a NHTSA Safety Index of 93/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. Despite these strong safety metrics, the Pacifica is subject to three active recall campaigns; prospective owners should ensure these are addressed prior to operation.
The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 93/100, based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 72 Sedans from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica ranks 35 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 11.6% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 35 of 72 Sedans tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica marks a meaningful step forward in MotorCaliber's safety tracking. The Safety Index climbed 11 points, from 82/100 in the Strong band for the 2025 model year to 93/100 in the Exceptional band for 2026. That gain is driven by a near-perfect crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70 and a full 10 out of 10 for crash-avoidance technology, where forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all come standard. The defect record sub-score of 16.75 out of 20 is solid but is the area that keeps the index just below a perfect mark, reflecting the three active recall campaigns. Two of those campaigns center on air bag systems, which are safety-critical components, and one specifically targets Braun-converted wheelchair-accessible units with a retractor locking failure. The combination of exceptional crash-test performance and the presence of multiple open recalls on the same model year is the defining tension of the 2026 Pacifica's safety profile. Buyers should not treat the high index as a reason to delay recall remedies.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica five stars overall, five stars for frontal protection, and five stars for side protection. The rollover category is the relative weak point at four out of five stars, with a 12 percent rollover risk and a dynamic tip test result of No Tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20913
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns affect the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. Two involve air bags: one covers frontal air bags tied to a front seat harness spring issue shared with 2023-2026 Pacifica and Voyager models, and another addresses curtain air bags that may have insufficient protection across 2022-2026 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The third, issued by Braun Corporation, targets adaptive-mobility wheelchair restraint retractors that may fail to lock, affecting certain 2023-2026 Pacifica conversions. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the provided campaign data.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)26V561000
Risk: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace brake pedal position sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 69D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 9, 2026.
Reported 2026-09-01
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA26V531000
Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Reported 2026-08-13
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 were mailed July 16, 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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
Four unverified owner allegations have been reported to NHTSA for the 2026 Pacifica. The most frequently alleged components are the Engine, cited in two reports, followed by individual unverified allegations touching the Power Train, Electrical System, Fuel/Propulsion System, and Service Brakes. One allegation involves an injury. These are unverified consumer reports, not established facts.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
Three open recall campaigns mean that any shopper or current owner of this model year should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool immediately. Confirm that all three campaigns, covering air bag systems and, where applicable, wheelchair restraint retractors, have been remedied before taking delivery or continuing to drive.
- The Safety Index jumped 11 points year-over-year, from 82/100 in 2025 to 93/100 in 2026, the largest single-year gain in the current generation tracked by MotorCaliber.
- Three recall campaigns are active on the 2026 model, two addressing air bag systems and one targeting wheelchair restraint retractors in Braun-converted units, all requiring VIN-specific verification before the vehicle is considered fully remedied.
- NHTSA awarded five stars in both frontal and side crash protection for 2026, with rollover rated at four stars and a 12 percent rollover risk, the only sub-category below the top score.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on the 2026 Pacifica, contributing to a perfect 10/10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica places
The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Chrysler Pacifica safety questions
Was the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 11.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Pacifica years
Rivals in Sedan (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Acura Integra | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2026 Acura Integra Type-S | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Honda Accord | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus IS 350 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20913), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chrysler Pacifica 2026.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 35 of 72 in the Sedan class for 2026.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.