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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V493000·Announced 2018-07-26

Chrysler Recalls 2018 Pacifica Vehicles Due to Axle Assembly Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2018 Pacifica vehicles because front axle halfshafts may be incorrectly assembled. This defect could cause loss of drive or movement in Park, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (axle assembly) that can lead to loss of drive or unintended movement, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the front axle halfshafts may have been incorrectly assembled, preventing the shaft from being properly secured to the constant-velocity (CV) joint.

If the axle shaft disengages from the CV joint, the vehicle may experience a loss of drive or move while in the "Park" position. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right halfshaft assembly free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
CHRYSLER PACIFICA
Brand
CHRYSLER
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Minivan
Hazard
Affected units
61

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • PACIFICA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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