CarComplaints.com Notes: Engine cradle rot is a serious problem in the 2004-05 Chrysler Pacifica. Chrysler admits they didn't apply enough coating to the vehicle's sub-frame during assembly, but only offered to cover a very small portion of the vehicles they messed up. Read more »
So what happens when your engine cradle rots? Well, the engine could fall out for starters. It could also cause problems with the suspension and other components but did I mention THE ENGINE CAN FALL OUT? The worst part is you might not know because there's no way to see the problem without getting under the car.
If you have a 2004-05 Pacifica, make sure to have your mechanic inspect your sub-frame for rust and corrosion.
After 2.5 months of dealing w/ my tires slowly losing air & making trip to air pump, it was time for car inspection & tire rotation. The mechanic, who I totally trust & have used for over 30+ years, found the reason why ~ all 4 original chrome wheels were corroding badly with significant cracks. One so bad, he was worried I would be driving & it would crack all the way through, causing a blow out. The cracks/corrosion were wearing or rubbing on the rubber causing them to lose air.
To 'fix' the problem required a) buying new @ an exorbitant price, b) try to find reconditioned wheels (not available w/ no likelihood in near future or c) buy from a junkyard four matching wheels, just not fancy chrome or same number of spokes that came w/ the car.
I went w/ option c ~ at a cost of $560, plus the labor.
What I didn't also say~ my mechanic is also my Uncle, and when he says he worries that I'll crash because of a blow out could happen @ any time, I do not ignore the advice!!!!
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After 2.5 months of dealing w/ my tires slowly losing air & making trip to air pump, it was time for car inspection & tire rotation. The mechanic, who I totally trust & have used for over 30+ years, found the reason why ~ all 4 original chrome wheels were corroding badly with significant cracks. One so bad, he was worried I would be driving & it would crack all the way through, causing a blow out. The cracks/corrosion were wearing or rubbing on the rubber causing them to lose air.
To 'fix' the problem required a) buying new @ an exorbitant price, b) try to find reconditioned wheels (not available w/ no likelihood in near future or c) buy from a junkyard four matching wheels, just not fancy chrome or same number of spokes that came w/ the car.
I went w/ option c ~ at a cost of $560, plus the labor.
What I didn't also say~ my mechanic is also my Uncle, and when he says he worries that I'll crash because of a blow out could happen @ any time, I do not ignore the advice!!!!
- Bonnie L., Liberty, NY, US