Problems with 2004 Chrysler Pacifica SUSPENSION

K-frame is rotted out not safe to drive engine could fall out

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. while checking for the sway bar link under the vehicle, the contact noticed that the side panel frame was corroded all the way through. the vehicle was taken to south chicago dodge chrysler jeep (7400 s western ave, chicago, il 60636), but was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive on the highway. the manufacturer was contacted and opened case number: 33832631 before referring the contact to nhtsa. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

We own a 2004 chrysler pacifica with around 117k miles on it. my daughter drives it. while changing the engine oil on it last weekend, i noticed severe corrosion (perforation actually) of the vehicle engine cradle. the passenger side of the cross member is rusted completely through on the bottom and the driver side is about 70% rusted through. as this cross member is what holds the engine in the vehicle and acts as the base of the front suspension, i don't believe this vehicle is safe to drive anymore. should this structural component fail during highway driving, i believe the vehicle would become unstable and uncontrollable which would be a hazard to the driver, passengers and other motorists. yes, we live in wisconsin (part of the salt belt), but this amount of corrosion on such a crucial structural component is crazy! the vehicle has only been on the road for 14 yrs and for only 117k mi. i would understand if the body started to deteriorate in that amount of time, but not a supporting frame member. i don't believe the engine cradle was properly treated against corrosion, or ...

Sub frame engine cradle rusted to the point the mechanic advised it was not safe to drive any longer. japanese metal coating issue or chrysler recall needed? i brought the vehicle in thinking i have a cv shaft going out as it made noise when turning. the mechanic showed me the frame on both side are rusted through and the frame is twisting. the repair would cost more than the worth of the vehicle. we have owned this vehicle since brand new and taken very good care of it. even the body is rusting badly. check out the attached news investigation on this issue. http://www.wfsb.com/story/26363027/problem-pacificas-a-danger-despite-lack-of-recall

Bought my 2004 pacifica from a dealership used on june 5 2017 at that time i had the oil changed at the dealership the next day. nothing said about the cradle almost rusted off on right side. took pacifica to get tires cause i planned a 1500 mile trip in a few days and wanted good tires. needless to say besides $400 in tires i had to put $1800 into parts and labor for struts, tie rods, arms, brake pads, rotors and valve stems. was shown the rusted cradle that was 3/4 rusted through and told it should get changed but the vehicle was safe to take on my trip. while driving when going 25-35mph with my foot on the gas pedal it chugs like its not getting gas and have also noticed it now when going 55 and taking my foot off the gas pedal it doing the same thing. there's been 4 or so times the fuel indicator has gone down to empty and back up again once while idling in a construction zone and almost died twice. needless to say brought the vehicle to the dealership for an oil change october 3, they changed oil and did ...

Lower subframe (engine cradle) rust-through separation. subject of service bulletins, i'm told, but no recall? wife heard loud pop when backing up, then car handling became problematic. mechanic raised car and pointed out rust-through of subframe.

Engine cradle rusted out to the point the engine dropped. my daughter was driving home from work on i94west out of milwaukee when she heard a clunk. she was able to dive to our restaurant and park. i had the vehicle towed to an auto mechanic and that is when he told me that it engine cradle was rusted out.

A popping sound coming from the front end when turning while mageing turns. it is so loud you think something fell off. this has been happing for at least 4 years i always take it to the shop and they say they caint find anything wrong but i know it is the shop keep computer records so i know they will have the times i kept returing with this problem it never do it when i take it so they say they caint digonose my problem. you will never know when it will make that loud popping sound but when it dose it you will be starteld you because you think your wheel is off. it also will not start occasionaly you never know when this will happen i replace my battery every year because it will kill your battery all the time .i have replaced my gas pumps they went out 5 years ago

Extensive corrosion/rust on sub frame plate holding up the engine. do not feel safe driving because it could snap and break at any moment.

I was shocked the mechanic at jiffy lube showed me pictures of my pacifica after changing engine oil. the cradle to support the engine are totally rusted and i can not drive this vehicle anymore. i want to figure out why it happens. i feel relived i did not get killed when i dive to minnesota to see my daughter often.

Won't let me pump gas in with out it constantly clicking off, when gas gage hits half it drops with in seconds. traction control light engine light low and high tire pressure stays on but nothing shows on tester. front end does a lot of popping, and clanking while driving even while turning and stopping.

Engine cradle rusted to the point it will not pass wv inspection and is not safe to drive.

Engine cradle rusted out!! this should be recalled!! its pretty bad when the frame and rockers rust out and the factory exhaust is still on the car!

Engine cradle rot, unsafe to drive due to possible engine dropping out of vehicle.

Frame is rusting under the engine and service bay at tire dealer said it was unsafe.