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Chrysler VIN Lookup & Buyer's Guide

Free Chrysler VIN decoder — Pacifica, 300, Voyager, Pentastar & HEMI, recalls.

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About Chrysler

Chrysler is the Stellantis namesake marque, today a compact lineup built around the Pacifica and Voyager minivans and the 300 sedan. A Chrysler VIN reveals the model, assembly plant, engine family (3.6L Pentastar V6, 5.7L HEMI V8, or the Pacifica Hybrid plug-in), body class, and every open NHTSA recall. CheckMyVIN runs the full lookup in about 30 seconds, free.

Founded 1925 and headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan (Stellantis North America), Chrysler vehicles register their VIN data with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). When you enter a Chrysler VIN above, CheckMyVIN queries the NHTSA VPIC database directly — pulling the same federally certified specs that the manufacturer reported when the vehicle was sold.

Chrysler uses several WMI codes (2C4, 2C3, 1C3, and more) depending on plant and model line — see the full Chrysler VIN Decoder for the complete table and a per-position walkthrough.

Where to find your Chrysler VIN

  • Driver-side dashboard, near windshieldStand outside the vehicle on the driver's side and look at the corner of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. The 17-character VIN is engraved on a metal plate visible through the glass.
  • Driver's door jamb stickerOpen the driver's door and look at the door jamb (the frame the door closes against). A federal certification label lists the VIN, tire pressures, and gross vehicle weight rating.
  • Vehicle title, registration & insurance cardThe VIN appears on the title, current registration, and insurance documents. If buying used, cross-check the VIN on the car against every document — any mismatch is a major red flag.

What CheckMyVIN shows for Chrysler

Every Chrysler report includes the decoded specifications (engine, drive type, transmission, plant, body class), every open recall NHTSA has on file for the year/model/make combination, an AI-written plain-English summary, and the maintenance specs CheckMyVIN can confidently match by engine code. Tire sizes vary by trim and are always marked "Varies by trim — check door-jamb label" rather than guessed.

Common Chrysler issues to check before buying

Brand-specific known issues — useful as a pre-purchase inspection checklist. CheckMyVIN does not flag these per VIN; verify against service history.

9-speed (948TE) harsh / erratic shifting
2015+ Chrysler 200 and Pacifica with the 9-speed automatic
The 9-speed automatic drew widespread complaints for harsh, hunting, or delayed shifts and occasional hesitation, addressed over time with several software reflashes. On a test drive, feel for clunky low-speed shifts; verify the latest transmission software was applied and check for a documented service history.
3.6L Pentastar V6 early cylinder-head failure
2011–2013 300, 200, Town & Country with the early 3.6L
Early Pentastar V6s had a left-bank head failure causing a tick and misfire, generally covered by a warranty extension at the time; revised heads from 2014 on resolved it. On a 2011–2013, listen for a tick and a stored misfire code and ask whether the head was replaced.
TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) electrical faults
2011–2014 300, Town & Country and other FCA-era models
The under-hood TIPM fuse/relay computer can fail intermittently — no-start, stalling, fuel-pump-relay failure, and random electrical gremlins. A pattern of unexplained electrical complaints on an FCA-era Chrysler points here; replacement runs several hundred to ~$1,000+.
Pacifica Hybrid 12V battery & charging issues
2017+ Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid (plug-in)
The Pacifica Hybrid has had 12V-battery drain and charging-related complaints (and was subject to a high-voltage battery recall on certain early units). Confirm any hybrid-battery recall was completed, check that it charges and holds charge normally, and verify the high-voltage battery warranty status before buying.

Chrysler buyer's notes

On a 200 or Pacifica, the 9-speed automatic is the main drivability concern — confirm the latest transmission software and feel for harsh shifts on a test drive. On 2011–2013 cars, check the 3.6 Pentastar head; on FCA-era 300/Town & Country, watch for TIPM symptoms. On a Pacifica Hybrid, confirm any hybrid-battery recall is closed and the high-voltage warranty status. Confirm the model-specific recalls (2018 Pacifica halfshaft, 2018-2021 300 side-curtain airbag) are closed. A Chrysler dealer can pull the build and service history from the VIN through the Mopar service system — Mopar being Stellantis's parts/service brand, not the make.

Frequently asked questions

How do I decode a Chrysler Pacifica or 300 VIN?
Enter the 17-character VIN above. CheckMyVIN reads it through the official NHTSA VPIC database and returns model, model year, body class, engine, assembly plant, drive type, and any open recalls. It works for any Chrysler in NHTSA records — Pacifica, Voyager, 300, and the legacy 200, Sebring, Town & Country, and PT Cruiser.
Where is the VIN on a Chrysler?
Three places: the dash plate at the base of the windshield (driver side, visible through the glass), the driver-door jamb certification label, and the title/registration. The Pacifica/Voyager (Windsor) and 300 (Brampton) are Canadian-built, so their VINs start with 2; the discontinued 200 (Sterling Heights) started with 1.
How do I check for Chrysler recalls by VIN?
Every Chrysler lookup on CheckMyVIN automatically queries NHTSA recall records for the year/make/model and lists each open campaign with its official NHTSA campaign number and the dealer remedy. The full Chrysler recall page is at /chrysler/recall.
Is the Pacifica Hybrid covered as a plug-in hybrid?
Yes. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid decodes with its electrification level set, and the report reflects the plug-in hybrid powertrain. Battery and high-voltage details appear where NHTSA returns them.
Does the Chrysler VIN show the engine?
Yes — NHTSA VPIC returns the engine displacement and configuration, including the 3.6L Pentastar V6 (Pacifica, 300, Voyager), the 5.7L HEMI V8 (300C), and the Pacifica Hybrid system. CheckMyVIN shows it in the Vehicle Specifications block.
Is a Chrysler a "Mopar" vehicle?
No — the make is Chrysler. Mopar is Stellantis's service and parts brand for Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram, not a vehicle manufacturer. A Chrysler dealer uses the Mopar system to pull build and parts data from the VIN, but the VIN decodes to the Chrysler marque.

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