2016 Chrysler Pacifica: Problems & Reliability
TOO FEW REPORTS2016 Chrysler Pacifica: TOO FEW REPORTS — 2 owner complaints; top issue: suspension (1 complaint).
The verdict engine has only 2 complaints for the 2016 — under the 15-complaint floor — so it is not rated yet rather than called clean by silence.
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2016–2027 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
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NHTSA complaints
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Model years compared
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Service bulletins
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Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2016 Chrysler Pacifica problems
Suspension dominates the record — 50% of complaints name it.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2016 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 50% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 1 | 50% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 50% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 50% |
| Engine | 1 | 50% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Chrysler Pacifica recalls
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica.
2016 Chrysler Pacifica service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 144 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2016 — fewer than the 384 of the median Pacifica year from 2016 to 2027. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (25), structure (18), engine & cooling (15). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2016 vs. the year before and after
The 2017 that followed jumped 737.5× (2 → 1,475), so the 2016 is the cleaner of the two by count.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 (this page) | TOO FEW REPORTS | 2 | 144 | 0 | — |
| 2017 Pacifica | AVOID | 1,475 | 523 | 11 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Chrysler Pacifica years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2016 Chrysler Pacifica
Suspension (1 complaint on the 2016): listen for clunks over bumps, look for leaking struts and check for uneven tire wear.
Powertrain / transmission (1 complaint on the 2016): test-drive from cold through every gear and feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder; ask whether the transmission fluid has been serviced.
Electrical system (1 complaint on the 2016): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Electronic stability control (1 complaint on the 2016): make sure the stability-control and ABS lights go out after start-up.
Engine (1 complaint on the 2016): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?
2016 Chrysler Pacifica: TOO FEW REPORTS — 2 owner complaints; top issue: suspension (1 complaint). The verdict engine has only 2 complaints for the 2016 — under the 15-complaint floor — so it is not rated yet rather than called clean by silence.
What are the most common 2016 Chrysler Pacifica problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica are suspension (1, 50%), powertrain / transmission (1, 50%), electrical system (1, 50%). The manufacturer has 144 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica have?
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica. Recall status is VIN-specific, so still check the exact car.
How do I check a specific 2016 Chrysler Pacifica before buying?
Decode the VIN free at carwhere.com/tools/vin-decoder to confirm the build, then run the $9.99 CarWhere Full VIN Report for the exact VIN — recall, complaint, and service-bulletin record for this model year, the original window sticker where the manufacturer publishes one, and a market price check from verified buyers. One-time purchase, no subscription.
Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the verdict is CarWhere’s severity-weighted, time-on-road-adjusted score compared with the model’s own median year. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.