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2008 Chrysler Pacifica Limited FWD

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2008 Chrysler Pacifica – exterior Unverified
Photo: 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 4.0 V6 (51233879506) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the first generation (CS, 2004–2008); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 4.0 V6 (51233879506) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Chrysler Pacifica Side View cropped by Bonus Onus at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 2006 Chrysler Pacifica Touring in Bright Silver Metallic, rear left, 07-04-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: DAGSilverPacificainside by DriveAutoGroup, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2008 Chrysler Pacifica Limited FWD is a 255-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 6-speed ultradrive 62te automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $34,150 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 255 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Pacifica measures 198.9 inches long on a 116.3-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$34,150 ($51,550 *)
MSRP with Destination$34,880 ($52,652 *)
Destination Charge$730
Engine
Engine Type4.0 L EGQ V6
Displacement4 L
Horsepower255 hp
Torque265 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-speed Ultradrive 62TE automatic (Autostick)
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Dimensions & Weight
Length198.9 in
Width79.3 in
Height68.3 in
Wheelbase116.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (13.0 % risk)
Tested variant: 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 4-DR w/SAB

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Chrysler PACIFICA.

102 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Chrysler PACIFICA

Owner Complaints

102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Chrysler PACIFICA (2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System24
Engine21
Power Train14
Structure14
Engine And Engine Cooling11
Steering10
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 4, 2026 · Tires 1 injury
“I noticed that my tire was getting flat at my aunt townhouse in nephi Utah. so I took it to the maverick gas station to get a better look at it and investigate the possibility of a leak in it put some…”
Aug 3, 2023 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“The car runs out of gas when there is gas in it - the fuel system doesn't recognize the fuel. It is a known problem with this vehicle/fuel system (you can google it). It is difficult to add fuel to…”
Feb 27, 2023 · Power Train
“Transmission completely goes out of gear while driving causing you to roll to a stop unable to move.”
Oct 20, 2019 · Air Bags
“THE AIRBAG LIGHT IN THE DASHBOARD BLINKS ONCE IN A WHILE. THIS IS ISSUE STARTED AROUND AUGUST 2019.”
Jul 29, 2019 · Power Train
“NOISE COMING FROM 2008 MODEL YEAR PACIFICA TRANSMISSION IS NOT BEING COVERED UNDER THE LIFETIME POWERTRAIN WARRANTY BECAUSE CHRYSLER SAYS RUSTED ENGINE CRADLE IS TOO FRAGILE FOR THEM TO ACCESS THE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2008 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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