Component Record

Chrysler Pacifica 2018 Power Train Problems

158 distinct owners reported a power train problem on the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica - 18% of all complaints for this model year.

Recall Coverage158 complaints

158 complaints; 2 recall campaigns cover this system.

Campaigns Covering This System

18V492000Reported July 26, 2018 - 5 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on July 26, 2018. The campaign covers an estimated 5 vehicles across all affected models.

18V493000Reported July 26, 2018 - 61 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on July 26, 2018. The campaign covers an estimated 61 vehicles across all affected models.

Other Systems on This Model Year

Engine381 Electrical System291 Steering186 Unknown Or Other113 Driver Assistance and Stability Systems70 Fuel and Propulsion System48

How to Read These Counts: complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not failure rates. Older and higher-volume vehicles accumulate more reports, and counts are not adjusted for vehicles sold - no per-sales rate or reliability ranking is shown, because the public data does not support one.

Data as of October 30, 2026. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, recalls, and investigations files (U.S. Government public domain). DefectRecord is not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. For your specific vehicle, use NHTSA's VIN lookup. Report an error.