1985 Plymouth Grand voyager problems

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Plymouth Voyager is a nameplate for a range of vans that were marketed by the Plymouth division of Chrysler. From 1974 until 1983, the Voyager was a full-size van, sold as the counterpart of Dodge Sportsman (later the Dodge Ram Wagon). Starting with the 1984 model year, the Voyager was marketed as one of the new Chrysler minivan, along with the Dodge Caravan. As a minivan, there were three generations of the Voyager from 1984 until 2000. Following the closure of the Plymouth division in 2000, the Voyager was marketed under the Chrysler brand as a lower-trim version of the Chrysler Town & Country through 2003.

From 1988 through 2016, Chrysler used the Chrysler Voyager name for export-market minivans; during the existence of the Plymouth brand, export-market Voyagers were produced with the body and trim of the Dodge Caravan. Including the Plymouth Voyager and Dodge Caravan with their rebadged Chrysler, Lancia, and Volkswagen variants, the Chrysler minivans collectively rank as the 13th best-selling automotive model line worldwide.

The Plymouth Voyager minivan was assembled by Chrysler at its Windsor Assembly facility in Windsor, Ontario, Canada; from 1987 to 2000, the Voyager was also assembled at Saint Louis Assembly in Fenton, Missouri (North plant from 1987 through 1995; South plant from 1996 until 2000).

The full-size Plymouth Voyager van was assembled from 1974 until 1983 at the Pillette Road Truck Assembly in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant in Fenton, Missouri.

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Common 1985 Plymouth Grand voyager problems

Based on the information from the sources provided, here are the common problems with the Plymouth Grand Voyager 1985 based on complaints from owners:

  • Choke System: The factory-sealed choke system in the 1987 Plymouth Voyager minivan with the 2.6-liter engine has been a common problem. Owners have experienced black exhaust smoke during cold starts due to issues with the choke. An unconventional fix involves modifying and adjusting the carburetor to lean out the choke, increasing airflow during cold starts.

These are the key problems reported by owners of the Plymouth Grand Voyager 1985 and the 1987 Plymouth Voyager minivan.

1985 Plymouth Grand voyager engine

Are Plymouth Voyagers good cars?

The Plymouth Voyager is a reliable, comfortable and economical vehicle to drive.

What was the last year Plymouth Voyager was made?

As a minivan, there were three generations of the Voyager from 1984 until 2000. Following the closure of the Plymouth division in 2000, the Voyager was marketed under the Chrysler brand as a lower-trim version of the Chrysler Town & Country through 2003.

How much is a 1984 Plymouth Voyager?

They grow up so fast.

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Limited1984 Plymouth Voyager LE*
Base Price$43,490$22,025†
Dimensions
Length203.8 inches175.9 inches
Width79.6 inches69.6 inches

How much is a Plymouth Voyager?

Q: What was the lowest recorded sale price for a Plymouth Voyager? A: The lowest recorded sale price was $3,500 for a 1992 chrysler grand voyager se "no reserve" on Feb 7 2023. Q: What is the average sale price of a Plymouth Voyager? A: The average price of a Plymouth Voyager is $5,040.

Are Plymouth Voyagers good cars?

The Plymouth Voyager is a reliable, comfortable and economical vehicle to drive.

When did they stop making Plymouth Voyagers?

2003

Chrysler debuted the Plymouth Voyager in 1984 alongside the Dodge Caravan, and was the industry's most successful product segment. Plymouth and the Voyager name were discontinued by Chrysler in 2003.

How much is a 1984 Plymouth Voyager?

They grow up so fast.

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Limited1984 Plymouth Voyager LE*
Base Price$43,490$22,025†
Dimensions
Length203.8 inches175.9 inches
Width79.6 inches69.6 inches

How much is a Plymouth Voyager?

Q: What was the lowest recorded sale price for a Plymouth Voyager? A: The lowest recorded sale price was $3,500 for a 1992 chrysler grand voyager se "no reserve" on Feb 7 2023. Q: What is the average sale price of a Plymouth Voyager? A: The average price of a Plymouth Voyager is $5,040.

1985 Plymouth Grand voyager car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Plymouth Grand voyager problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Electrical system problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1985 Plymouth Grand voyager vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1985 Plymouth Grand voyager complaints

The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1985 Plymouth Grand voyager.

2012-01-09

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-07-16
  • VIN: 2P4FH51G0FR
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: I EXPERIENCED A POWER LOSS AND SUBSEQUENT SHUT OFF OF THE VEHICLE AND UPON OPENING THE HOOD REALIZED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS HAD MELTED AT A WIRING JUNCTION DRIVERS SIDE UNDER THE HOOD AT THE FIRE WALL. SOMETHING LIKE 30PAIRS OF WIRES ARE THERE. COVERED IN A CABLE JACKET. SMOKE WAS EVIDENT BUT NO FIRE. I REPAIRED THE PROBLEM AND IT OCCURRED AGAIN. AS NEAR AS I CAN FIGURE IT OUT TODAY IT SEEMS THAT THERE IS A LOT OF ELECTRICITY CAUSING HIGH AMPS AND HEAT, YET NO FUSES WERE BLOWN. A COUPLE OF YEARS LATER I CAME ACROSS A MINI VAN SIMILAR IN AGE AND STYLE OF MINE. ON FIRE, BURNING ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD OF AN INTERSTATE. AT THAT POINT I KNEW I COULD NOT DO ANYTHING WITH MY VAN. I CAN NOT MORALLY SELL THIS DEATH TRAP. IF THE NHTSB WOULD LIKE IT THEY CAN CONTACT ME TO GET IT. I CAN NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS THING TO CATCH FIRE AND KILL SOME ONE. THESE MUST BE DESTROYED. *TR

1985 Plymouth Grand voyager recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1985 Plymouth Grand voyager.

1995-03-27
  • Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
  • Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
  • Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITH REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSLER IS CONDUCTING A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY OF THE AFFECTED MINIVANS. IN A COLLISION, THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY COULD OPEN.
  • Consequence: IF THE LIFTGATE LATCH OPENS, OCCUPANTS CAN BE EJECTED RESULTING IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
  • Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES DURING JULY 1996.
1995-03-27
  • Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
  • Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
  • Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITHOUT REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSLER IS CONDUCTING A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY OF THE AFFECTED MINIVANS. IN A COLLISION, THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY COULD OPEN.
  • Consequence: IF THE LIFTGATE LATCH OPENS, OCCUPANTS CAN BE EJECTED RESULTING IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
  • Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS DURING NOVEMBER 1995.
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