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U0412 on CHRYSLER PACIFICA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
8
Most Affected
2018, 2019, 2017

What U0412 Means on Your CHRYSLER PACIFICA

Real CHRYSLER PACIFICA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"I had the recall for 73B performed in mid October to my 2017 EV/Hybrid Pacifica- 2017 and only 67K miles. No issues before. Since the recall service I’ve brought it in twice with the same problems stating Hybrid Battery needs conditioning/service."

— 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA owner • POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 10/13/2025

"After safety recall 73B was performed on my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid on 11/24/25, the vehicle's check engine light illuminated. Code U0412 is identified as a 'stored' code upon pulling OBD information."

— 2018 CHRYSLER PACIFICA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 11/24/2025

"The battery of my hybrid electric minivan was damaged during a recent factory recall, and Chrysler is refusing to correct the problem. Instead, they’re trying to charge me for a new battery. Here’s the background."

— 2018 CHRYSLER PACIFICA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 01/10/2025

"After safety recall 73B was performed on my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid on 02/03/2025, the vehicle's check engine light illuminated and it began experiencing charging failures. The component that has failed is the high-voltage (HV) battery pack and its control system."

— 2018 CHRYSLER PACIFICA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 02/03/2025

"The hybrid battery system is malfunctioning. I am not at risk. I am repeatedly getting U0412 error code, indicating a problem with voltage in the hybrid battery system. It only happens intermittedly."

— 2018 CHRYSLER PACIFICA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 07/16/2025

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of U0412 on CHRYSLER PACIFICA

62.5%
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2017
1
2018
5
2019
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

U0412 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026