CHRYSLER PACIFICA (2019) recall — Electrical System
Chrysler is recalling 2018-2019 Pacifica models due to a powertrain control module issue that can cause vehicle stalls, increasing crash risk. Owners must contact Chrysler for free replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling 2018-2019 Pacifica vehicles because a faulty powertrain control module can cause the car to stall, which may lead to crashes. This affects owners who need to have the module replaced at a dealer. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223633-chrysler-pacifica-2019-electrical-recall-risk-of-vehicle-stall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223633-chrysler-pacifica-2019-electrical-recall-risk-of-vehicle-stall · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V524000
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“Chrysler Pacifica 2019 Electrical Recall: Risk of Vehicle Stall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223633-chrysler-pacifica-2019-electrical-recall-risk-of-vehicle-stall. Based on NHTSA recall #18V524000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V524000).
Why it’s dangerous
The powertrain control module may have a voltage regulator chip that fails, causing the vehicle to stall or not start. This can increase crash risk when the car stops unexpectedly while driving.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2019 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles are affected. Drivers using these vehicles during highway travel may be at higher risk due to potential stalling.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2018-2019 Chrysler Pacifica. The recall covers specific models with a faulty powertrain control module that may cause stalling.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler
Call Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule a free replacement of the powertrain control module.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The powertrain control module may have a voltage regulator chip that fails, causing the vehicle to stall or not start, increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2018-2019 Chrysler Pacifica with a faulty powertrain control module that may cause stalling.
What should I do if I own a recalled vehicle?
Contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule a free replacement of the powertrain control module.
Contact Chrysler
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V524000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 18V524000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V524000 (September 8, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.