2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid

Defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Risk. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy. Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module (BPCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the battery pack assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 72B. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-077.

The contact owns a 2021 CHRYSLER Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (24V436000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) however, the recall repair was done; but the issue reoccurred a month later. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 65,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a power inverter module (PIM) failure. The dealer replaced the power inverter module (PIM); however, the failure persisted. The dealer determined that the hybrid battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in-Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair unless the radio was replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the radio was blocking the update from being completed. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while reversing into a parking space at approximately 2 MPH, the service transmission warning light illuminated, and the transmission shift knob was flashing. The contact stated that the vehicle had ceased to move. The contact stated that the parking brake light was illuminated. The contact attempted to turn off the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to shut off. The contact attempted to shift between reverse and drive; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle finally shut off. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was frozen or black. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that the back over camera occasionally went blank and was flickering. The radio was reset by XM radio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V538000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH on the freeway, the vehicle lost power and stalled. After several minutes, the vehicle restarted. The “Service Engine - Stop Soon” message was displayed. The vehicle had previously been taken to the local dealer, Huntington Beach Chrysler Dodge Jeep (16701 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92647), where the computer was programmed, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 60,682.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the rotatory gear shift dial was unmovable, and the vehicle failed to turn off while depressing the Push to Start button. The contact stated that he was able to turn off the vehicle after 3-4 minutes. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed. The contact stated that the failure occurred on four occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power inverter module needed to be replaced; however, the part was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was restarted but failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle was not able to exceed 3 MPH. The vehicle stalled three additional times. The vehicle was restarted each time. The check engine and reduced power warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the APIM module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer notified the manufacturer of the failure and was asked to perform more tests. The manufacturer declined to approve the repairs on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 53,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power before stalling. The contact was able to safely coast to the shoulder of the roadway. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle seemed to return to normal functionality. The service battery system warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V010000 (Electrical System, Hybrid Propulsion System) but the VIN was not included. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 46,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while entering a parking lot, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the message to shift to park and turn off vehicle was displayed. After several attempts to restart the vehicle, the contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed, but no failure was found. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 35,194.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that he attempted to use the key fob to unlock the doors, but the doors failed to unlock. The contact stated that he was able to use the key to manually unlock the doors. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to jumpstart the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that upon having the vehicle inspected, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the contact was provided a notice of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V010000 (Electrical System, Hybrid Propulsion System). The vehicle was taken to back the dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer and advised to speak with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V010000 (Electrical System, Hybrid Propulsion System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V010000 (Electrical System, Hybrid Propulsion System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle failed to switch to the electrical system at initial start-up intermittently, and instead used fuel. The sensor to detect the temperature and cooling for the battery failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 31,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available. The consumer stated certain things are incorrect and not related to the safety complaint. This was a separate incident and was repaired. The complaint involving the part for 23V-010 recall was not available. However when the dealer was called the recall could be repaired by computer software input and was repaired on 03/14/23.

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification from Carfax of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V010000 (Electrical System, Hybrid Propulsion System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the Service Charging System and Shift to Park messages displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle coasted onto the shoulder of the roadway; however, the vehicle failed to restart when the Auto Start/Stop button was depressed, and the brake pedal was depressed. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after releasing the brake pedal while the Auto Start/Stop button was depressed; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the error codes were reset. The dealer determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V010000 (Electrical System, Hybrid Propulsion System) but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was 34,374. VIN tool confirms parts not available.