1986 Plymouth Voyager problems
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 1986 Plymouth Voyager problems
The 1986 Plymouth Voyager, like any other vehicle, is prone to certain common problems that owners have reported over the years. One of the most significant issues is related to the engine. The engine can experience overheating, which can lead to severe damage if not addressed promptly. The cause of overheating can be due to a variety of factors, such as a faulty cooling system, a malfunctioning thermostat, or a damaged radiator. It is crucial to diagnose and fix the root cause of the overheating issue to prevent further damage to the engine.
Another problem that can affect the engine is related to the ignition system. Issues with the ignition system can cause the engine to suddenly stop, which can be dangerous, especially when driving. The ignition system can experience problems due to faulty sensors, a lack of fuel, or issues with the electrical system. It is essential to address these issues promptly to ensure the safe operation of the vehicle.
The engine can also make unusual noises, such as knocking or tapping, which can indicate problems within the engine. These noises can be caused by low oil levels, misaligned belts, or loose fan belts. It is crucial to diagnose and fix the root cause of the noise to prevent further damage to the engine.
Driving habits can also affect the engine's performance and longevity. Habits such as driving on an empty fuel tank, flooring the gas pedal while the car is in Park, or accelerating too quickly, too soon can damage the engine. It is essential to avoid these bad driving practices to help sustain the engine's performance and efficiency.
In addition to engine problems, the 1986 Plymouth Voyager can also experience issues with the transaxle. The transaxle can lock up, causing the half shaft to snap, which can be dangerous and require immediate replacement.
In summary, the 1986 Plymouth Voyager is prone to common problems related to the engine, ignition system, and transaxle. These issues can cause significant damage to the vehicle if not addressed promptly. It is crucial to diagnose and fix the root cause of these problems to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle.
Are Plymouth Voyagers good cars?
The Plymouth Voyager is a reliable, comfortable and economical vehicle to drive.
How long does a Chrysler Voyager last?
We mentioned that a typical Chrysler Voyager will last around 200,000 miles. Thus, high mileage for a Chrysler Voyager is anything around or over 150,000. By this point, the car is very close to the end of its lifespan, but you should be able to get at least a few more years out of it with decent care.
When did they stop making Plymouth Voyager?
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.
What brand is the Plymouth Voyager?
Chrysler
Plymouth Voyager is a nameplate for a range of vans that were marketed by the Plymouth division of Chrysler.
1986 Plymouth Voyager car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Plymouth Voyager problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
- Seats problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1986 Plymouth Voyager vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1986 Plymouth Voyager
The NHTSA has received 78 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1986 Plymouth Voyager. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1986 Plymouth Voyager vehicles.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-09
- VIN: 2P4FH51GXGR
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ACCELERATOR PEDAL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STICK WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE BACKING UP IN REVERSE. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-03-07
- VIN: ADD
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING UPHILL AT 15 MPH THERE WAS A LOUD GRINDING NOISE UNDER THE HOOD, SHORTLY AFTER ENGINE STALLED. DEALER DETERMINED A CAMSHAFT BEARING FAILED AND SEIZED ENGINE.*AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-18
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: WE WERE DRIVING BACK FROM A NY WEDDING ON 8/18/98 IN OUR 86 VOYAGER WITH 5 PEOPLE WHEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TIRE TREAD SEPARATED AND WRAPPED ITSELF AROUND THE AXEL. I WAS IN THE PASSING LANE AT 65 MPH. I MANAGED TO AVOID LOOSING CONTROL AND GETTING OVER TO THE SIDE. I HAVE RECEIPTS FOR EVERYTHING TO SHOW THE TIRES WERE WELL MANITAINED AT THE FIRESTONE DEALERSHIP WHERE I SERVICE MY CAR AND AT THE FIRESTONE DEALERSHIP IN LAWRENCEVILLE NJ THAT TOOK THE DAMAGED TIRE AND REPLACE IT. WE JUST WANT PEOPLE TO NO THAT THE TIRE RECALL OF CERTAIN TIRES AND VEHECLES IS RATHER NARROR BECASUE THERE ARE A LOT OF NEAR MISSED LIKE OUR SITUATION. *AK (TIRESIZE: 20570R14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 20570R14 )
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 2P4FH41G1GR
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO WHEN VEHICLE IS IN PARK, VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-22
- VIN: 1P4GP44R3TB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS DUE TO TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. YH
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-22
- VIN: 1P4GP44R3TB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS DUE TO TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. YH
PARKING BRAKE,SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-12-14
- Fire: 1
- Components: PARKING BRAKE,SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
- Summary: BRAKES FAILED WHILE DRIVING, EMERGENCY BRAKE USED WHICH RESULTED IN FIRE , POSSIBLE CAUSE OF FIRE FROM EMERGENCY BRAKE USE (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *MJS
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-06-05
- VIN: 2P4FH4I686R
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: HAVE THERE BEEN ANY OTHER REPORTS ABOUT THIS. PLEASE SEND REPORT.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-01
- VIN: 2P4FH51G8GR
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE JUMPED OUT OF PARK INTO REVERSE THREE TIMES, ONCE MOVED BACKWARDS, CAUSING ACCIDENT. (QCAW)
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-05-06
- VIN: 2P4FH21C2GR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: ADJUSTING BOLTS ON DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BROKE TWICE WITHOUT WARNING. CONSUMER FIXED PROBLEM, BUT PROBLEM RETURNED. DEALERS INSPECTED VEHICLE EACH TIME THE TRACK BROKE TO GET PROPER PART NUMBER. HOWEVER, EACH TIME PRICE WAS $77 FOR ONE TRACK.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-12-28
- VIN: 2P4FH51G3GR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SEAT HAS COMPLETELY FAILED, REQUIRING NEW SEAT FRAMES.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-06-05
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY, VEHICLE SEEMED TO BE RUNNING ROUGH, CAME TO A STOP LIGHT AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE HOOD, JUMPED OUT AND VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. FIREMAN THINKS IT'S ELECTRICAL. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: POWER DRIVERS SEAT LOOSE, SEAT HAS EXPERIENCED POOR PERFORMANCE SINCE NEW.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-10-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2P4FH21C56R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: BATTERY FIRE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: BATTERU EXLOSED, RESULTING IN BURNING THE VEHICLE UP.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 2P4FH51G3GR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: LEFT FRONT SEAT TRACK AND ANCHORS FAILED. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-07-18
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: MOTORIZED SEAT BELTS FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY. *AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-07-11
- VIN: 2P4FH21G4GR
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: THE REAR LATCH HAS BEEN REPLACED, BUT ONE OF THE BOLTS HOLDING IT FELL OUT AND NOW THE LATCH WILL NOT CATCH.*AK *JB
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-26
- VIN: 2P4FH21G6GR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: FAILURE ON THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT, THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT RECLINED TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-01-10
- VIN: 2P4FH41G0GR
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND CONNECTOR MELTED.(FIRST VEHICLE ON 601598)
SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-05-12
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2P4FH51G8GR
- Components: SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHEN IN AN ACCIDENT DAUGHTER WAS EJECTED FROM VECHICLE WHILE WEARING SEAT BELT. *AK CONSUMER STATES WAS MOVING SOUTH BOUND THROUGH INTERSECTION WHEN A FOR PICK UP TRUCK THAT HAD RAN A RED LIGHT, CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HIT ON THE RIGHT SIDE JUST PASSED THE SLIDING DOOR, THE IMPACT CAUSED THE LIFTGATE LATCH TO RELEASE AND START THE VEHICLE TO SPIN, CONSUMER AND HIS TWO KIDS WERE INJURIED.*JB
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-22
- VIN: 2P4FH41G6GR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: SEAT; THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AN THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT RECLINED TO THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-22
- VIN: 2P4FH41G6GR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: SEAT; THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AN THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT RECLINED TO THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-10-25
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE HIT AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED ROLLED OVER. RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRE. DRIVER UNCERTAIN OF FOOT APPLICATION. TT
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 2P4FH41G1GR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEVEN PASSENGER VAN ONLY THREE SEAT BELTS ARE WORKING. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
1986 Plymouth Voyager recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 1986 Plymouth Voyager.
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
- Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
- 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.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: FIRST REAR SEATS WERE INSTALLED WITH AN INCORRECT LEFT SIDE SEAT RISER WHICH CAUSES FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SEAT AND SEAT BELT LOADING REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 207, SEATING SYSTEMS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF AN ACCIDENT OCCURRED, THE SEATS MAY BECOME DETACHED, CAUSING SERIOUS INJURIES TO ITS OCCUPANTS.
- Remedy: REPLACE INCORRECT SEAT RISERS.
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