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CarComplaints.com Notes: Engine cradle rot is a serious problem in the 2004-05 Chrysler Pacifica. Chrysler admits they didn't apply enough coating to the vehicle's sub-frame during assembly, but only offered to cover a very small portion of the vehicles they messed up.
So what happens when your engine cradle rots? Well, the engine could fall out for starters. It could also cause problems with the suspension and other components but did I mention THE ENGINE CAN FALL OUT? The worst part is you might not know because there's no way to see the problem without getting under the car.
If you have a 2004-05 Pacifica, make sure to have your mechanic inspect your sub-frame for rust and corrosion.
9.2
really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- $2,510
- Average Mileage:
- 127,550 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 35 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (15 reports)
- replace engine cradle (15 reports)
- replace cradle (2 reports)
- welding (2 reports)
- replacement with used cradle (1 reports)
body / paint problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
Today, while my husband was changing the oil in my car he called me over to show me "something". That "something" was one side of the engine cradle almost completely rusted through! I have had numerous problems with this car and have gone to the internet each time only to find it was a "known" issue. So off I go to the world wide web again and imagine my surprise to find a site with a picture of the exact problem that could have been the underside of MY car!
I was shocked to see my main mode of transportation was basically a piece of junk due to the costs of this repair! I am not made of money and had to think long and hard about sticking that kind of cash into this vehicle but what am I going to do? It is basically junk otherwise. I bought this car new exactly 11 years ago and have taken good care of it - I really don't want to sell it but after this straw I am seriously considering off loading it before the next "known issue" crops up.
- tsnorth, Green Bay, WI, US