Brought to garage due to constant stalling. Mechanic advised subframe was rotting out. Car only has 83,600 miles. This definitely is not normal wear and tear - defective materials.

- North Attleboro, MA, USA

I have just performed routine (10/03/20014) maintenance on my 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The mechanic called to inform me of significant corrosion problem with the cross member (cradle) that supports the engine, transmission, front suspension and steering. His visual inspection, as well as mine, showed more then 75% of the passenger side cradle rusted away. An open case # 25736224 has been established by Chrysler customer support. My Pacifica was produced September 30, 2004 which is outside of the assembly dates established by Chrysler for extended warranty coverage. Failure of the cross member (cradle) would cause loss of steering, engine and transmission failure, and severed brake lines. Because this is a major safety issue it should be repaired by Chrysler corporation.

- Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Car failed inspection because of rusted out engine cradle (undemember),

- Moon Twp, PA, USA

I took my car in today for an oil change and was told that the engine cradle was severely rusted and unsafe to drive. The repair would cost $2700. I called Chrysler customer service for assistance however my car was built August 18, 2004 and not during the time of the extended warranty was issued for cars built Feb 23 - Mar 31, 2004. I have the same issue as the cars built earlier in the year, however, I am out $2700. Why isn't this extended to other Pacifica's built in 2004 with the same problem?

- Atlanta, MI, USA

Engine cradle rusted through. Still holding engine however, hearing a popping noise when placed in gear. Mechanic stated vehicle not safe to drive. Have owned since 2005 and now not able to drive it.

- Saint Charles, MO, USA

Engine cradle.

- Hartford , CT, USA

My 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is unsafe to drive due to the front sub-frame/engine cradle completely rusted through. This problem seems to be happening to several Pacifica owners all over. This is truley a faulty device which Chrysler should recall on and fix or cover the cost to fix this problem.

- Brooklyn Park, MN, USA

After taking our 2005 Pacifica to a Chrysler dealership to be looked at for rattling and knocking noises in the front end and complaints of the car sounding like it was going to fall apart, especially when driving over bumpy roads; I was advised that the engine cradle, subframe, sway bar links and frame bushings needed to be replaced due to rust and corrosion. The cost would be between $3000 and $4500. We were advised the car was very unsafe to drive. We asked the dealership to take pictures of the front end when they put it up on the lift. When we received the pictures via email, we were horrified by what we saw. We were grateful that we were not involved in what could have been a tragic accident had we not taken the car in to be looked at. We wondered why this happened as we have 3 other cars older than this car. They have been inspected and do no have this problem. After some investigating we have found out this is a common problem with this vehicle, year and make and Chrysler is well aware of it, they have no plans to do a recall or advise owners of the problem, or at least not until there is a fatality or some horrific accident due to this faulty product Chrysler is putting in their vehicles. We have lost all faith in Chrysler.they must think very little of human life.

- Appleton, WI, USA

I just received a call from my Chrysler dealer telling me my engine cradle has rotted out and there was a recall on this but my vehicle is not included in the build dates covered by the recall. In exploring for more information on the web I have found this is a known safety problem with these vehicles and people are basically driving around in time bombs. Can you help me here and get Chrysler to own up to this problem? the cost to me out-of-pocket will be $4500.

- Stafford Springs, CT, USA

During routine maintenance, discovered severe corrosion to engine cradle. Potential is there for catastrophic failure of the engine cradle, causing a collapse. Technician at dealership recommended no longer driving vehicle, stating it was unsafe. Car is otherwise in excellent condition, having been garaged and carefully maintained throughout its lifetime. This is a potentially serious safety hazard. No notification was provided to me by Chrysler that this should be checked. My research shows that Chrysler has been aware of this issue for years but they are refusing to assist with replacement of engine cradle. A letter was drafted by Chrysler covering certain 2004-2005 Pacificas within 10 years of purchase or 150,000 miles. My vehicle falls into this category, since it is less than 9 years old, and had 100,000 miles on it at time of discovery of corrosion. Chrysler states my VIN does not fall into the range of vehicles that are covered. Chrysler also covered vehicles in "cold weather states", which is the range of states we live in.

- Jackson, NJ, USA

While getting oil changed, mechanic noticed perforation rust and cracking due to corrosion on the engine cradle. While Chrysler had a recall on selected 2005 Pacifica for this issue, I contacted their customer service line and was told my vehicle was not covered by the recall. With mine being the same year and showing the exact same problem as was covered in the recall, I think this repair should be included in the general recall.

- Oglesby, IL, USA

Returned from mechanic on a maintenance issue, I was told that I need to replace my "K frame", the front engine cradle was rusted, needs to be replaced as quickly as possible- unsafe to drive. I read multiple complaints on this website for same issue. I hold a copy of an extended warranty which only covers vehicles made in a 6 week time period for the same issue, my Pacifica was made 8/16/04 has become ineligible. I was lucky my garage told me others may not be so lucky, an inferior product that was used more than just in a 6 week time frame.

- Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, USA

My mechanic has informed me that the sub frame that holds the engine on my 2005 Chrysler Pacifica has extensive corrosion and has a hole in it the size of a person's fist. He said that the corrosion protection was obviously inadequate and could be a safety issue if I were in an accident. He said I will have to replace it and it will not be an inexpensive job. He said their should be a recall because this should not happen. Apparently there is no recall.

- Mounds View, MN, USA

Front engine cradle there was a letter sent by Chrysler back in November of 2010 that "we are extending the warranty period on your front engine cradle because some vehicles operated in areas of high road salt usage, may experience engine cradle corrosion resulting in a driveability vibration and or shake. This engine cradle extended warranty coverage applies to Chrysler Pacifica model years 2004-2005." I have called Chrysler twice and was told that my car is not in the serial number range and I just paid over $2450 to have my car repaired.

- Eaton, OH, USA

While getting a safety inspection of my vehicle it was discovered that there is considerable rust on both sides of the engine cradle. After doing some research I found that this is not an isolated issue and then contacted Chrysler customer assistance center and was told that my car was built outside of an extended warranty that was given to other 2004 & 2005 Pacificas for the exact same issue. After much checking I was told there was nothing they could do.

- Arlington, VA, USA

I took my 2005 Pacifica for a oil change in Nov.2013 mechanic called me over to show me the engine cradle was dangerously rotted and I would probably need to replace it before the engine fell out! it was the only thing that was rusty under the car. I believe the metal it was made of was defective, or low quality.

- Buffalo, NY, USA

I was driving on the highway going about 55 (mph) when I went over a pothole. After that my car started making a rattling noise. My mechanic checked the car and said it was the rack and pinion but then he discovered that the whole engine cradle was rusted and corroded and told me it was very dangerous for me to drive the vehicle until I made the proper repaired which is replacing the entire engine cradle.

- Chicago, IL, USA

Sticky gas pedal; A/cwater drains inside passenger cabin.

- Gulfport, MS, USA

The vehicle over heated on me causing the car to turn off when opened the hood the hose connecting to the radiator was completely off, the vehicle shuts off on me when driving.

- Corpus Christi , TX, USA

Engine cradle completely rusted out. Discovered during inspection. Mechanic says the vehicle is unsafe to drive in the current condition and the engine could possibly fall out!

- New Brighton, PA, USA