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2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid: problems, recalls and fuel economy

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Owners have filed 376 complaints about the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid with NHTSA, and it has 6 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.

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Owner complaints

376

filed with NHTSA

Recalls

on record

Fuel economy

32 mpg

best version, EPA combined

Fuel, 5 years

$6,375

12,000 mi a year, $3.40/gal

What owners complain about most

Electrical system83

Hybrid system75

Engine & cooling64

Transmission & drivetrain40

Engines and fuel economy

Version	Drive	Combined
Automatic (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.6 L	Front-Wheel Drive	32 mpg

Recalls

Hybrid Propulsion SystemJul 18, 2024 · campaign 24V536000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles that received a software update remedy under NHTSA recall number 22V-077. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Hybrid Propulsion SystemFeb 11, 2022 · campaign 22V077000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV). A vehicle fire can occur when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under DashJun 9, 2020 · campaign 20V334000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles ("PHEV"). The 12 volt isolator post located behind the driver's seat may develop high resistance.
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower ArmFeb 28, 2019 · campaign 19V143000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica hybrid vehicles. The right front lower control arm may separate from the steering knuckle.
Hybrid Propulsion SystemOct 19, 2018 · campaign 18V740000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). After the vehicle has been operating in PHEV propulsion mode, the gas-fueled engine may not restart properly resulting in unburned fuel entering the exhaust catalyst.
Electrical System › Wiring › Front UnderhoodAug 9, 2018 · campaign 18V524000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module

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Other years of the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

Year	Reliability
2026	Not rated yet
2025	Not rated yet
2024	Not rated yet
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2019	Not rated yet
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2017	Not rated yet

Questions people ask

What problems does the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid have?

Owners have filed 376 complaints with NHTSA: electrical system (83), hybrid system (75), engine & cooling (64). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.

How many recalls does the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid have?

6 recalls on record with NHTSA.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid get?

Up to 32 mpg combined (EPA), depending on the engine.