CHRYSLER PACIFICA (2017) recall — Electrical System
Chrysler recalls 2017 Pacifica vehicles with 3.6L engines due to potential engine stall causing crash risk. Owners will receive free software update.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling certain 2017 Pacifica vehicles with 3.6L engines because their engine control software may become out of sync with the crankshaft position sensor, potentially causing an engine stall that increases crash risk. This recall began on March 7, 2018, and owners will receive a free software update. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225691-chrysler-2017-pacifica-electrical-system-recall-engine-stall-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225691-chrysler-2017-pacifica-electrical-system-recall-engine-stall-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V049000
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“Chrysler 2017 Pacifica Electrical System Recall: Engine Stall Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225691-chrysler-2017-pacifica-electrical-system-recall-engine-stall-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V049000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V049000).
Why it’s dangerous
The engine control software may become out of sync with the crankshaft position sensor, which can cause the engine to stall while driving. This stall could increase the risk of a crash if it occurs unexpectedly.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles with 3.6L engines are affected. Drivers of these vehicles are most at risk if the engine stalls during operation.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017 Chrysler Pacifica has a 3.6L engine. The recall began March 7, 2018, and affects vehicles with this specific engine configuration.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler
Call Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule the free software update.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U01.
Questions people ask
Why is my 2017 Pacifica being recalled?
The engine control software may become out of sync with the crankshaft position sensor, potentially causing an engine stall that increases crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your 2017 Chrysler Pacifica with a 3.6L engine is affected. The recall began March 7, 2018.
What should I do if my vehicle is affected?
Chrysler will notify you and dealers will update the engine control software for free. Contact customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule the update.
Contact Chrysler
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V049000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 18V049000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U01. 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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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 #18V049000 (November 1, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 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.
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