# Chrysler Pacifica coolant temperature warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Stop driving - **Owner complaints:** 139 - **Most complaints:** 2018 (58) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** Stop now ## Quick answer NHTSA has 139 owner complaints about the coolant temperature warning light on the Chrysler Pacifica (2015-2026 models), most for the **2018** model year (58). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Stop driving: No. ## Chrysler Pacifica coolant temperature warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the coolant temperature light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2017 | 55 | 1544 | 4% | | 2018 | 58 | 892 | 7% | | 2019 | 10 | 362 | 3% | | 2020 | 8 | 231 | 3% | | 2021 | 3 | 404 | 1% | | 2022 | 2 | 337 | 1% | | 2023 | 1 | 196 | 1% | | 2024 | 1 | 73 | 1% | | 2026 | 1 | 11 | 9% | 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. ## Is there a recall for the Chrysler Pacifica coolant temperature warning light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Chrysler Pacifica has 44 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Chrysler Pacifica page](/vehicles/chrysler-pacifica) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Chrysler Pacifica owners report - "When driving on freeway the vehicle overheated and engine warning light flashed and had to come to stop at side of freeway. The vehicle had lost its coolant from a rear heater hose connection. The car was towed to dealer and the repair comment was that a part was deformed from mis-assembly (or words to that effect)..." -- owner of a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica, complaint filed 2026 - "The dealership was able to diagnose the AC failure, and now I understand that the AC is integrated into the battery system and inoperable AC failure constitutes a critical component failure leading to rapid overheating. No warning or reasonable means to anticipate this failure was supplied prior to incident...." -- owner of a 2024 Chrysler Pacifica, complaint filed 2026 - "This is a PHEV and upon returning to my vehicle after being plugged into a Rivian public EV charge station I found that the charger handle overheated and smoking. When I left the vehicle 45 minutes earlier it was charging with no issues whatsoever. When I removed that handle, a large piece of the charge terminal..." -- owner of a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, complaint filed 2025 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the coolant temperature warning light means A red coolant temperature light means the engine is overheating or about to. The most common cause is low coolant from a leak, followed by a stuck thermostat, a failed radiator fan, and a worn water pump. Pull over and shut the engine off as soon as it is safe, because continued driving can warp the cylinder head and destroy the engine. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Low coolant from a leak** (most common) 2. **Thermostat stuck closed** (common) 3. **Radiator fan not working** (common) 4. **Failing water pump or broken belt** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Coolant temperature warning light](/warning-lights/coolant-temperature). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Chrysler Pacifica coolant temperature light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Chrysler Pacifica years have the most coolant temperature light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2017, 2018 and 2019 Pacifica model years have the most complaints mentioning the coolant temperature warning light, with 58 for 2018. 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 coolant temperature light on? Stop driving. No. Stop driving as soon as it is safe and shut the engine off. Driving an overheating engine even a few miles can cause damage that costs thousands of dollars to repair. ### 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 - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chrysler-pacifica): 19 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 - [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 ## Coolant temperature warning light on other models - [Ford Escape](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/ford-escape): 1520 complaints - [Ford Edge](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/ford-edge): 752 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/ford-explorer): 222 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/honda-accord): 193 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/jeep-wrangler): 143 complaints - [Nissan Rogue](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/nissan-rogue): 140 complaints - [Kia Sorento](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/kia-sorento): 138 complaints - [Jeep Compass](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/jeep-compass): 112 complaints - [Kia Soul](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/kia-soul): 110 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/chevrolet-silverado): 100 complaints ## Chrysler Pacifica - [Chrysler Pacifica specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chrysler-pacifica) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/chrysler-pacifica Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.