2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica Rear Seat Recall (22V181)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 1,160 vehicles · Reported March 24, 2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 1,160 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica; 2021 Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems." An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V181 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V181000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | Z22 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 24, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica; 2021 Chrysler Voyager |
| Units affected | 1,160 |
| Component | Seats > Mid / Rear Assembly |
| Safety risk | An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica in recall 22V181?
The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Pacifica and 2021 Voyager vehicles. The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Pacifica with recall 22V181?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Pacifica shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the mid and rear assembly, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V181?
Recall 22V181 covers 1,160 vehicles: 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica; 2021 Chrysler Voyager.
NHTSA lists 1,160 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Chrysler | Pacifica |
| 2021 | Chrysler | Voyager |
What is the fix for the Pacifica rear seat recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat cushion frame, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Z22.
When was recall 22V181 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 22V181 to NHTSA on March 24, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as April 7, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 24, 2022 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V181000. |
| April 7, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 55 months ago. If your Pacifica was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Pacifica is part of recall 22V181?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V181 is open on your Pacifica, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 22V181000 is open on your Pacifica, it will be listed there, along with Chrysler recall number Z22. You can also ask any Chrysler dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Pacifica owners do about recall 22V181?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V181000 applies to your Pacifica.
- Call a Chrysler dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any mid and rear assembly symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Pacifica owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 600 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 28 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Since recall 22V181 was reported on March 24, 2022, owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 4 of them (14%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the body, doors and seats and were received on or after March 24, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related body, doors and seats issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 600 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 28 of them involve the body, doors and seats. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Chrysler Pacifica: 371 complaints in total, 12 about the body, doors and seats
- 2022 Chrysler Pacifica: 213 complaints in total, 14 about the body, doors and seats
- 2021 Chrysler Voyager: 16 complaints in total, 2 about the body, doors and seats
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
Headrest on center row seats (both sides) stays folded down making seat difficult to use. Interfered with use of child car seat. Attempts to correct the problem all failed.
2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner, MN, NHTSA complaint 11642048, filed February 11, 2025
The 2nd row passenger side headrest failed to latch in the upright position and prevents anyone from sitting in the seat since the headrest is almost horizontal. I reported it to the dealer and they will replace the headrest due to a plastic piece in the latch broke.
2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11669884, filed June 28, 2025
For the third time the cable in the 2nd row seat has failed. I have had them repaired before. When the cable fails the seat snaps foward & cannot be locked into position.
2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner, AZ, NHTSA complaint 11673018, filed July 12, 2025
Can recall 22V181 make my Pacifica a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 22V181000 does not automatically make your Pacifica a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Body and latch defects on the 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica may seem minor until a door opens while driving or a seat will not lock. Problems that return after repair belong in your records.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V181
Did the recall 22V181 fix work?
Since recall 22V181 was reported on March 24, 2022, owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 4 of them (14%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed April 7, 2022.
Is the 22V181000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Pacifica is part of recall 22V181000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V181000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Chrysler. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.