# Chrysler Pacifica airbag warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 19 - **Most complaints:** 2017 (8) - **Related recalls:** 6 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 19 owner complaints about the airbag warning light on the Chrysler Pacifica (2015-2026 models), most for the **2017** model year (8). There are **6 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: The car is mechanically safe to drive, but the airbags may not deploy in a crash, so get it diagnosed soon rather than ignoring it. ## Chrysler Pacifica airbag warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the airbag light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2017 | 8 | 1544 | 1% | | 2018 | 4 | 892 | 0% | | 2019 | 2 | 362 | 1% | | 2021 | 1 | 404 | 0% | | 2022 | 1 | 337 | 0% | | 2023 | 3 | 196 | 2% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Chrysler Pacifica recalls related to the airbag warning light **[26V358000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V358000)** (2023-2026 models, reported 2026-06-03): The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2026. **[26V189000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V189000)** (2022-2026 models, reported 2026-03-26): Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. **[25V573000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V573000)** (2025 models, reported 2025-09-04): An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. **[25V302000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V302000)** (2022-2025 models, reported 2025-05-08): An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 14, 2025. **[24V793000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V793000)** (2020-2023 models, reported 2024-10-24): An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury. **Remedy:** Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2024. **[24V199000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V199000)** (2023-2024 models, reported 2024-03-14): An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury. **Remedy:** Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Recall repairs are free at any Chrysler dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Chrysler Pacifica owners report - "The Service Airbag light remained illuminated. The vehicle was released twice (September 23 and October 10) with the light still on. An illuminated airbag light indicates the supplemental restraint system may not function as designed in a crash. The vehicle also developed a no-shut-off condition in which it would..." -- owner of a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, complaint filed 2026 - "I have received the message "Service Airbag System" on my dashboard along with the Airbag light being on and red in color. My vehicle is currently not being shown as being part of the recall for 2022 chrysler pacificas but I believe it should be. This is a safety issue and I am concerned about driving my vehicle..." -- owner of a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica, complaint filed 2025 - "The contact stated that the airbag warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the radio control unit to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the parts being on backorder. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The..." -- owner of a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica, complaint filed 2022 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the airbag warning light means The airbag or SRS light means the airbag computer found a fault and may have turned off some or all airbags. The car drives normally, but you may not have airbag protection in a crash. Common causes include a loose connector under a seat, a worn clock spring in the steering wheel, and a seat belt buckle sensor. Have it diagnosed soon and check for open airbag recalls. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Loose or damaged connector under a seat** (common) 2. **Worn clock spring in the steering wheel** (common) 3. **Passenger occupant sensor fault** (less common) 4. **Seat belt buckle or pretensioner fault** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Airbag (SRS) warning light](/warning-lights/airbag). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Chrysler Pacifica airbag light? Yes. NHTSA lists 6 related recalls (26V358000, 26V189000, 25V573000, 25V302000, 24V793000, 24V199000) covering 2020-2026 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Chrysler Pacifica years have the most airbag light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2017, 2018 and 2023 Pacifica model years have the most complaints mentioning the airbag warning light, with 8 for 2017. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Chrysler Pacifica with the airbag light on? Drive to a shop this week. The car is mechanically safe to drive, but the airbags may not deploy in a crash, so get it diagnosed soon rather than ignoring it. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself, because an accidental deployment can cause serious injury. ### How do I check if my Chrysler Pacifica has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Chrysler dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Chrysler Pacifica warning lights - [ABS warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chrysler-pacifica): 13 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/chrysler-pacifica): 32 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chrysler-pacifica): 85 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/chrysler-pacifica): 630 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/chrysler-pacifica): 139 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chrysler-pacifica): 252 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chrysler-pacifica): 66 complaints ## Airbag (SRS) warning light on other models - [Subaru Forester](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/subaru-forester): 280 complaints - [Nissan Altima](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/nissan-altima): 250 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ford-explorer): 205 complaints - [Nissan Rogue](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/nissan-rogue): 163 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/honda-accord): 90 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-wrangler): 88 complaints - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ram-1500): 77 complaints - [Volkswagen Tiguan](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/volkswagen-tiguan): 75 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-cherokee): 71 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chevrolet-traverse): 69 complaints ## Chrysler Pacifica - [Chrysler Pacifica specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chrysler-pacifica) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chrysler-pacifica Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.