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2022 Chrysler Pacifica

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica.

Common problems

What to watch for on the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica

major·3.6L Pentastar V6

Rocker Arm and Lifter Tick

Roller rocker arms can wear their bearings and cause a tick, misfire and a damaged camshaft lobe.

Typical repair cost
$1,000 – $2,500
caution·3.6L Pentastar V6

Oil Filter Housing and Oil Cooler Leak

The plastic oil filter housing and oil cooler that sit in the valley of the engine crack or leak.

Typical repair cost
$500 – $1,100

1 more known problem on the 2022 Pacifica

Your guide shows all of them and which apply to the exact car, and what to ask the seller.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica

Recall·22V181000

Seats: mid/rear assembly

The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor.

Recall·22V619000

Visibility: linkages

The windshield wiper arm nuts may be improperly tightened, which can cause the wipers to not function properly.

Recall·23V010000

Electrical system: connectors/plugs/receptacles

An internal transmission wiring connector may short circuit, resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown.

7 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 218 owners reported

Power train71
Electrical system38
Engine17
Seats16

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2022 Chrysler Pacifica at a glance

Trims
Hybrid LimitedHybrid PinnacleHybrid Touring LLimitedPinnacleTouringTouring L
Engine
3.6L 6-Cylinder Plug-In Hybrid, 3.6L 6-Cylinder
Transmission
CVT, Automatic 9-spd
Drivetrain
FWD, AWD
Fuel
Plug-In Hybrid, Gasoline
Body style
Minivan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica?

Owners have filed 218 complaints about the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There are 10 recall campaigns covering this model year. Known problems on its engines include rocker arm and lifter tick, oil filter housing and oil cooler leak and water pump leak. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 10 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2022 Chrysler Pacifica listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.