2020 Chrysler Pacifica Electrical System Problems
NHTSA component category: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · data through 07/14/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How electrical system ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 162 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica overview page.
What owners report
“Electrical system issues. Had to replace both batteries in the pacifica. The van jerks or grinds while trying to shift. Now the oil pan is…”NHTSA complaint 11638079 — filed 01/23/2025
“I came to a stop at a stop sign yet again & the emergency brake engaged & put the car in park & shut itself…”NHTSA complaint 11631143 — filed 12/17/2024
“Our Chrysler Pacifica caught fire in the passenger cabin, appearing to start near the 2nd row drivers side passenger seat. The fire department said it…”NHTSA complaint 11628722 — filed 12/03/2024
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Electrical System complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica have electrical system problems?
Electrical System is the most-reported problem area on the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica: 59 of 162 complaints on file (36.4%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica have in total?
162 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Across all categories, 7 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, 10 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's electrical system category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
