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.
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.
i baught a 2005 pacifica, it clunked when you put it in park. then when you stop it down shifts hard. i goes in to neutral when its cold and hard braking. i thought it was a nice car but to many problems i have seen on here i hope i can fix it any infornation will be good
I have logged onto the internet to at least find out if others were experiencing the same type of issue with the transmission and as expected it is a common problem with the vehicle from yrs 2004-2006 yet chrysler whom which I understand why now they went bankrupt (manufacturing junk). I can not believe chrsyler will risk a possible multi million dollar law suit behind a defective manufactured transmission and not be willing to resolve a potential fatal crash. The vehicle has been taken to chrysler for a diagnosis and we were told it was a common problem and chrysler has not yet recalled the transmission from yrs 2004-2006. I have written into chrysler correspondence in reference to the matters and was given a letter of apology...WTF are you kidding me...
Never buy AMERICAN cars and I AM AMERICAN. I am ashamed of having to say that i will never buy an american car when I love my country dearly.
- A C.,
Kissimee, FL, US
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i baught a 2005 pacifica, it clunked when you put it in park. then when you stop it down shifts hard. i goes in to neutral when its cold and hard braking. i thought it was a nice car but to many problems i have seen on here i hope i can fix it any infornation will be good
- Kevin B., North Tazewell, VA, US