The 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is credited as the first minivan to offer both gas and electric power trains. Consumers love the vehicle for its impressive performance, comfort, interior storage, and capability.
The vehicle has its fair share of technical defects affecting its use, value, and safety. More than a dozen consumers have expressed concerns related to engine defects. In response, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) issued a few recalls to fix the defect.
Consult a trusted California lemon law attorney to learn more about the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid recall and ways to protect your rights.
Here are a few recalls affecting the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid:
On June 13, 2024, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) issued a recall to address a rear-view camera that may not display. The stereo software may prevent the rear-view image from displaying. A rear-view image display that doesn’t display hinders the driver’s visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The automaker instructed the dealers to update the radio software free of charge.
Here’s a list of models affected:
On August 11, 2022, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) issued a recall to solve a visibility defect related to improperly tightened windshield wiper arms.
According to the recall notice, the windshield wiper arm nuts may have been improperly tightened, causing the wipers to malfunction. Incorrectly functioning wipers may reduce the driver’s visibility in certain weather conditions, increasing the crash risk.
The affected models include certain 2022 Voyager and Pacifica vehicles.
On January 17, 2023, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) issued a recall to fix an unexpected engine shutdown caused by an electric short. According to the recall notice, an internal transmission wiring connector may short circuit, triggering a surprise engine shutdown.
Unfortunately, unexpected engine shutdowns can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the crash risk.
The recall affected certain 2017-2023 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEVs). The automaker instructed the dealers to update the Power Inverter Module (PIM) software and, if necessary, update the instrument panel cluster (IPC) software free of charge.
Here’s a list of recalls for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid:
On March 14, 2024, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) issued a recall to fix a driver’s airbag that may fail to deploy. According to the recall notice, the steering column control module may be improperly wielded, likely to prevent the driver’s airbag from deploying.
The risk of an injury increases if an airbag doesn’t deploy in a crash. The automaker instructed the dealers to inspect and replace the steering column control module, if necessary, free of charge.
Here’s a list of models affected by the recall notice
On November 9, 2023, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) issued a recall to fix vehicles with faulty battery posts likely to short-circuit and cause a fire. An improperly installed 12-volt battery isolator post can cause an electrical short circuit, resulting in a fire while parked or driving.
Any form of fire while parked or driving increases the risk of injury. The automaker instructed the dealers to rectify the isolator by fitting an anti-rotation stud free of charge. Further, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) instructed drivers to park away and outside of structures till the completion of the repair recall.
The repair recall affected approximately 32 units of 2023 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
On June 20, 2023, Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) issued a recall targeting particular 2023 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles. According to the recall notice, the fuel line may be damaged, contributing to a leak.
There is an increased fire risk and injury when a fuel leak occurs near an ignition source. The automaker instructed the dealers to inspect the fuel line, as necessary, free of charge.
After receiving a recall notice in the mail, you should take immediate action. First, stop driving your 2022-2023 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid immediately and contact your dealership or manufacturer.
Contacting a manufacturer or dealership is particularly important if the recall concerns a safety issue. Based on the severity of the defect, they may suggest you bring the vehicle immediately to the dealership.
If a manufacturer has failed to resolve the recall repair, you may have a few options. These may include reimbursement of your expenses or providing a replacement for the defective vehicle. If a manufacturer can’t fix warranty repair after a reasonable number of repair attempts, they should either issue a refund of the buying price or replace the defective unit.
If Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) fails to make a recall repair, you should consult a lemon law attorney. An attorney will provide their skills and knowledge while compiling evidence, negotiating the buyback price, and communicating with the automaker.
An experienced Chrysler lemon law attorney can help you understand your consumer rights and guide you while filing a lemon law claim.
Suppose your 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has an engine defect that makes it susceptible to stalling. In that case, you may incur additional expenses related to towing, car rental, and other inconveniences.
You, therefore, deserve representation from an experienced attorney who can explore other legal ways to protect your rights as a consumer.
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