1997 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 1997 Plymouth Voyager problems
The 1997 Plymouth Voyager is known for several common problems based on complaints from owners of this car. These issues include faulty electronic components, a faulty ignition switch, a faulty power steering system, rust, and wear and tear, as well as concerns with the gas tank placement and ground clearance. The vehicle's engines, particularly the 3.0 and 3.3 liter six-cylinder engines, may experience issues with hydraulic valve clearance compensators and belt type timing. The average fuel consumption for these engines is in the range of 12 to 16 liters per 100 kilometers. The 2.4 liter aspirated engine, while not requiring high maintenance costs, consumes more than 16 liters in the city. The average life of the gasoline power units is 350,000 to 400,000 kilometers, after which an expensive overhaul is required.
In wet weather, due to the ingress of moisture into the connectors of the ignition coils or spark plugs, there are problems with the ignition system. The exhaust system is also prone to corrosion. The automatic transmission increases fuel consumption and possible maintenance costs, but the cost of repairs is not too frightening. However, at high speeds, the oil in the Box overheats, losing its properties, and an additional automatic transmission oil cooler may be necessary for fast driving.
The manual transmission also causes some concern, as the clutch control cable wears out and breaks. The minivan suspension has a simple design, but the front uses McPherson struts, and every 60,000 kilometers, the bushings and ball joints of the front levers need to be changed. The rear all-wheel drive versions have a rigid beam on parabolic springs, and adjustable ride height rear shock absorbers are very expensive.
The interior of the Voyager is spacious and well-equipped, with most copies equipped with air conditioning, airbags, an on-board computer, cruise control, electric windows, and mirrors. In the five-seat configuration, travelers have at their disposal a 450-liter trunk. However, the sofa weighing 53 kilograms is quite bulky and significantly reduces the capacity of the trunk. Before buying, it is essential to assess the condition of the body accurately, as corrosion occurs in the area of the sills, cross members that stiffen the body, and at the bottom of the doors. The operation of sliding doors should also be checked, as repairs can be difficult and expensive if the guides or locks are faulty.
The 1997 Plymouth Voyager is available in a standard version without a rear left door, and in older copies, the seat folding mechanism and ventilation flaps break. A common defect is not working heated seats and expensive trim levels. The failure of the air conditioning system is associated with leaks at the junctions of the tubes or with the failure of the compressor. Some of the cheapest on the market are diesel voyagers, but they are the most controversial, especially for the European market. Chrysler ordered a diesel engine from the Italian company VM, which was considered one of the most powerful and most economical in its class, but after a while, it turned out that it creates a huge number of problems. Oil leaks occur, gaskets break through, and the timing chain wears out prematurely. Durable gears were used at first, but few craftsmen take up repairs willingly, and the cost of work is estimated very high. Therefore, the only true alternative are Petro versions which can be successfully converted to gas.
Are Plymouth Voyagers good cars?
The Plymouth Voyager is a reliable, comfortable and economical vehicle to drive.
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.
How much is a 1992 Plymouth Voyager worth?
How much is a 1992 Plymouth Voyager worth? The value of a used 1992 Plymouth Voyager ranges from $1,203 to $6,075, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options. Get a free appraisal here.
How much is a 1994 Plymouth Voyager worth?
$39/Month* *Estimated payments based on Kelley Blue Book® Fair Purchase Price of $1,807 at 3.19% APR for 60 months with $0 down for well-qualified buyers. For illustrative purposes only and not an offer/commitment to provide credit or financing.
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 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.
How much is a 1994 Plymouth Voyager worth?
$39/Month* *Estimated payments based on Kelley Blue Book® Fair Purchase Price of $1,807 at 3.19% APR for 60 months with $0 down for well-qualified buyers. For illustrative purposes only and not an offer/commitment to provide credit or financing.
1997 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:
- Air bags problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1997 Plymouth Voyager vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1997 Plymouth Voyager
The NHTSA has received 368 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1997 Plymouth Voyager. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1997 Plymouth Voyager vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-25
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2P4GP4537VR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE ERUPTED INTO FLAMES. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE WAS NOT RUNNING. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT CHANGE GEARS AND WAS COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FLAMES WITH A WATER HOSE FROM A RESIDENTIAL HOME. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND THE CONTACT WAS WAITING FOR A RESPONSE TO DETERMINE HOW THE FAILURE OCCURRED AND IF THE VEHICLE COULD BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 98V185000 (CHILD SEAT), 02V076000 (SEAT BELTS), AND 02V293000 (AIR BAGS), BUT THE CONTACT NOT RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF THE RECALLS TO RECEIVE THE REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED NO REMEDY. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-10-17
- VIN: 2P4FP253XVR
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PYLMOUTH VOYAGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 138,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 141,321. UPDATED 10/02/14*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE FUEL FILTER LEAKED AND RUBBER O-RING COULD CAUSE A FIRE. THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. UPDATED 3/9/15 *JS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-14
- VIN: 2P4GP25R6VR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE AND THE GAUGES FAILED TO OPERATE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE PF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-03-14
- VIN: 2P4FP2535VR
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE FUEL TANK DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SAFELY STOP THE VEHICLE AND UPON EXAMINING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ONE OF THE FUEL TANK STRAPS HAD FRACTURED DUE TO CORROSION. THE CONTACT APPLIED A TEMPORARY STRAP AS A REMEDY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 175,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-11-01
- VIN: 2P4FP253XVR
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: AFTER STARTING VEHICLE, STEPPED ON BRAKE PEDAL, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. LEAK WAS AT CORRODED PORTION OF FRONT STEEL BRAKE LINE. FORTUNATELY, FAILURE OCCURRED BEFORE SHIFTING INTO GEAR. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-27
- VIN: 2P4FP253XVR
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: AFTER STARTING VEHICLE, STEPPED ON BRAKE PEDAL, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. LEAK WAS AT CORRODED PORTION OF REAR STEEL BRAKE LINE. FORTUNATELY, FAILURE OCCURRED BEFORE SHIFTING INTO GEAR. THIS WAS SECOND OCCURRENCE OF CORRODED STEEL BRAKE LINE. FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS 1 YEAR AGO. BOTH FAILURES OCCURRED WHILE IN DRIVEWAY BEFORE SHIFTING INTO GEAR. PRETTY LUCKY! *TR
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-26
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: STRUT TOWERS ARE CORRODED TO THE POINT YOU CAN SEE THROUGH THE TOP OFF THE STRUT TOWER HALFWAY AROUND THE TOP. THERE IS NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS AND IF I HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THIS IT WOULD HAVE LEAD TO A FAILURE OF THE STRUT SUPPORT. I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS HAS NOT BEEN ADDRESSED PREVIOUSLY. I CALLED THE MANUFACTURE AND THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM ALTHOUGH THEY ARE NOT WILLING TO REPAIR IT AT THEIR COSTS. PLEASE JUST DO A SEARCH OF THE INTERNET. YOU WILL FIND THIS IS A ISSUE THAT REQUIRES IMMEDIATE ATTENTION IN ORDER TO SAVE LIVES OR INJURIES. *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-30
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I WAS HEADING NORTH ON SCENIC HIGHWAY, NORTH OF CREIGHTON IN PENSACOLA FL DOING 50 IN A 45 MPH ZONE. SUDDENLY I HEARD A VERY LOUD BANG AND THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE HAD A BLOWOUT. I MANAGED TO STOP, CHANGE THE TIRE AND RETURN IT TO SEARS. THE WRITEUP MAN SAID THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE GOODYEAR WEATHERHANDLER LS TIRE PROBABLY GOT AN AIR BUBBLE BETWEEN THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE SIDEWALL AND THAT CAUSED THE TIRE TO BLOW OUTWARD, FROM ITS SIDEWALL. I GOT CREDIT FOR THE 3 REMAINING TIRES AND BOUGHT 4 MICHELINS. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-28
- VIN: 2P4GP25RXVR
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: RECALL NOTICE FOR CLOCKSPRING ON A 1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER. *NJ THE CONSUMER HAD THE RECALL WORK DONE PRIOR TO RECEIVING THE NOTICE. RECALL 02V293000
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-16
- VIN: 2P4GP4536VR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN MY NAME IS KATIE OLSON I DRIVE A 1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER VAN WITH THE BUILT IN CAR SEATS. THAT IS WHAT SOLD ME THE VAN I THOUGHT THEY WOULD BE SAFER FOR MY CHILDREN. LAST WEEK I TOOK MY KIDS TO THE PARK AND I WENT TO RELEASE THE BELT AND IT RETRACTED TO MY TWO YEAR OLD DAUGHTERS NECK. I COULD NOT GET IT OFF OF HERE I HAD TO CUT IT OFF AFTER A HALF HOUR OF TRYING TO LOOSEN IT. IT WAS SO TIGHT I COULDN'T PUT MY FINGER BETWEEN HER THROAT AND THE BELT. THIS HAS NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE BUT I TALKED TO A LAWYER AND THEY TOLD ME TO CONTACT YOU. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-04-12
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE A 97 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER THAT I HAVE HAD FOR 2 YRS. WHEN I BOUGHT THE VAN EVERYTHING WAS WORKING PROPERLY. FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. FIRST MY CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING,THEN MY HORN,NOW MY BLINKERS ONLY WORK SOMETIMES AND ALOT OF TIMES I HAVE TO TURN ON MY BRIGHT LIGHTS FOR THE BLINKERS TO WORK. THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON WHICH MEANS IT IS NOT FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY. THESE ARE BIG PROBLEMS WITH THE WIRING SYSTEM AND IT IS VERY EXPENSIVE TO HAVE THE WHOLE THING REWIRED. MY HUSBAND IS A MECHANIC AND HE SAID IT WILL COST OVER $1000 TO HAVE EVERYTHING FIXED CORRECTLY. *TR
STEERING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-06
- VIN: 2P4GP4532VR
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED 5 TIMES. CONSUMER BELIEVES THAT HE IS DUE TO SOME COMPENSATION DUE TO THE CONTINUING FAILURE OF THIS VEHICLE. *KB THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY INTO GEAR AND SOMETIMES IT WOULD GET STUCK IN SECOND GEAR. BOTH OUTER TIE ROD ENDS WERE LOOSE. *JB
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-09-12
- VIN: 2P4GP44R7VR
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: OEM LIFETIME LUBRICATED TIE ROD END SEPARATED CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE PARKING - HAD IT FAILED WHILE DRIVING COULD HAVE BEEN DEADLY. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-23
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WE BOUGHT THIS VAN WITH 46000 MILES ON IT. ONE MONTH LATER THE TRANSMISSION WENT. IT WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY "REBUILT" THE TRANSMISSION. AT 67,000 MILES, THE TRANSMISSION WENT AGAIN, AND WE BOUGHT A NEW TRANSMISSION AND IT WAS INSTALLED. THE VAN RAN FINE UNTIL NOW, IT IS AT 90,000 MILES AND ONCE AGAIN THE TRANSMISSION IS SHOT! THIS IS SO UNFAIR AND UNSAFE. WE AS CUSTOMERS DESERVE BETTER! *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-14
- VIN: 2P4GP4438VR
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: LIGHT RAIN, WET ROADS, TURNING LEFT AFTER A STOP, SERPENTINE BELT SLIPPED OFF AND LOST ALL POWER STEERING CONTROL. MANHANDLED TO A STOP OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME THE BELT HAS COME OFF IN RAIN AND LOSS OF CONTROL IS A REAL CONCERN FOR MYSELF AND PASSENGERS AS WELL AS ANY VEHICLES IN THE AREA. 145+ OTHER INCIDENTS NOTED ON THE WWW.CARSURVEY.ORG/VIEWCOMMENTS_REVIEW_64215.HTML LINK FOUND BY GOOGLE. SOMEONE WILL EVENTUALLY BE KILLED DUE TO THIS DESIGN DEFECT. *NM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-29
- VIN: 2P4GP25R1VR
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS ARE SO FROSTED/YELLOWED YOU CAN.T SEE AT NIGHT.THE LIGHTS ON THIS VEHICLE WERE NOT THAT GOOD WHEN THEY WERE NEW. BUT NOW THAT THE PLASTIC HAS BROKEN DOWN FROM EXPOSURE TO THE ENVIRONMENT, THE LIGHTS ARE USELESS. MY OLDER CARS HAD HEADLIGHTS MADE OF GLASS AND DID NOT SEEM TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-25
- VIN: 2P4FP25BXVR
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS BECAME INOPERABLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE BCM CONTROL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-09-17
- VIN: 1P4GP44RXVB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ON JULY 17, 2006 MY BELT TENSIONER BROKE ON MY 97 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER SE. I HAD IT TOWED TO AN AUTO SHOP THE NEXT DAY WHERE THEY REPLACED THE TENSIONER AND PUT ON A NEW BELT. ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2006, (THE FIRST DAY DRIVING CAR IN THE RAIN SINCE REPLACING BELT & TENSIONER), WHILE DRIVING CAR IN THE RAIN 5 MINUTES, THE POWER STEERING WAS LOST AND THE BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON - THE BELT HAD COME OFF. RETURNED CAR TO REPAIR CENTER. THEY PUT BELT BACK ON AND COULD NOT FIND ANY REASON WHY THIS HAPPENED, OTHER THAN TO SAY THAT BELTS CAN FALL OFF MORE EASILY IN WET WEATHER. ON SEPT. 17, IT WAS NOT RAINING WHEN I WAS DRIVING CAR AT THE TIME, HOWEVER, THERE WAS AN AVERAGE SIZE PUDDLE THAT I DID DRIVE INTO AND AS SOON AS I DID I LOST MY POWER STEERING AND THE BATTER LIGHT CAME ON. PULLED OVER AND HAD TO HAVE CAR TOWED. THIS TIME I TOOK IT TO A DEALER. THEY PUT THE BELT BACK ON AND COULD NOT FIND ANY REASON WHY IT WOULD HAVE COME OFF, OTHER THAN IT GETTING WET. I TOLD THEM THAT I HAD HEARD THROUGH A FRIEND THAT CHRYSLER VANS HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM OF THE BELT COMING OFF IN WET WEATHER BUT THEY SAID THEY HAD NOT HEARD OF IT. THE ONLY 2 TIMES I HAVE DRIVEN MY CAR IN WET WEATHER AFTER REPLACING THE BELT TENSIONER, THE BELT HAS COME OFF. AFTER LOOKING UP SOME INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET (WWW.CARSURVEY.ORG), I FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH PLYMOUTH AND DODGE CARAVANS. ALL IT TAKES IS GETTING IT WET AND THE BELT COMES OFF VERY EASILY. THERE ARE OVER 100 EMAILS ON THE WEBSITE WITH COMMENTS AND COMPLAINTS ON THIS VERY ISSUE. THIS IS AN OBVIOUS FLAW IN THE CAR DESIGN. I WOULD APPRECIATE SOMEONE LOOKING INTO THIS AND CONSIDERING A RECALL. OUR FAMILY HAS 2 PLYMOUTH VOYAGERS AND HAVE BEEN VERY HAPPY WITH THEM UNTIL NOW. WE WERE CONSIDERING REPLACING THEM IN THE NEAR FUTURE BUT WILL DEFINITELY NOT BUY ANOTHER CHRYSLER AFTER FINDING OUT ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND REALIZING CHRYSLER HAS NOT TAKEN ANY STEPS TO SOLVE THIS DANGEROUS PROBLEM. *NM
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-09-08
- VIN: 2P4FP25B8VR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE MIDDLE SEAT BELT BECAME UNLATCHED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-01
- VIN: 2P4GP4534VR
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHT COVERS ARE CLOUDY AND DISCOLORED, WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO SEE THE ROAD AHEAD. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ON 07/24/06 WHO DETERMINED THAT THE WHOLE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT COST.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-06
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1P4GP45R7VB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DRIVING IN THE RAIN/SNOW CAUSES SERP BELT TO SLIP OFF. OVER THE LAST 5 YEARS IT HAS SLIPPED NUMEROUS TIMES(8+), AFTER CAREFUL INSPECTION OF THE BELT AND PULLEYS THE BELT WAS REINSTALLED OR REPLACED. AFTER THE BELT CAUSING A SENSOR BREAK, HAD MECHANIC TROUBLESHOOT AND IT WAS DEEMED THE TENSIONER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE SERP BELT REPLACE AS WELL AS SENSOR. AFTER THIS MAINTENANCE, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO LOSE SERP BELT. THE CAR HAS OVERHEATED,BATTERY DRAINED AND HAS BECOME VERY HARD TO STEER OR STEERING APPEARS TO LOCK AFTER LOSING THE BELT THAT CONTROLS ALL ACCESSORY FUNCTIONS, ALTERNATOR, AC, POWER STEERING, WATER PUMP. MULTIPLE ACCIDENTS HAVE BEEN AVOIDED DUE TO QUICK THINKING. *NM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-07
- VIN: 1P4GP45R7VB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE AIRBAGS WAS CAUSING A ELECTRICAL ISSUE THAT SHORTED OUT THE IGNITION SWITCH. THERE NO EVENTS THAT LEAD UP TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND LOST ALL POWER TO THE DASHBOARD. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT.
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-10
- VIN: 2P4FP2533TR
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TRANSITION TO A HIGHER GEAR AND WOULD NOT REACH A SPEED OF MORE THAN 5MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SERVICE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. THE DAY THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPAIRED THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A CLICKING SOUND AND WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THE AXEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. LAST WEEK, WHILE DRIVING 35PMH ON AN EXIT RAMP, A LOUD POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD. AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MOVE FORWARD WHILE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE DRIVER SIDE TIE ROD END WAS REPLACED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2P4FP2531VR
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH THERE WAS A SMELL OF FUEL AND SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE AIR VENTS. SOMEONE BEHIND THE VEHICLE ALERTED THE DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. THE DRIVER PULLED OFF OF THE ROAD AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES AND WAS TOTALED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WERE NOTIFIED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT DETERMINED THE FIRE ORIGINATED FROM THE HOOD AND SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. UPDATED 07/03/06. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-22
- VIN: 2P4GP4532VR
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: SERPENTINE BELT (POWERING THE ALTERNATOR, POWER STEERING ETC.) HAS COME OFF REPEATEDLY. SINCE THE BELT POWERS THE POWER STEERING, THIS IS SIGNIFICANTLY UNSAFE. *NM
1997 Plymouth Voyager recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 11 recalls for different components of the 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
- Manufacturer: CURT MFG. INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CURT MFG IS RECALLING CERTAIN CLASS 3 RECEIVER HITCHES, P/N 13347, SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON 1997-2007 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY VANS, 1996-2007 DODGE CARAVANS, AND 1996-2004 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER VANS. WHEN THE HITCH IS LOADED TO THE MAXIMUM RATING, THE HITCH MAY FRACTURE OR BREAK AT THE BEND LOCATION WHERE THE MAIN BODY OF THE HITCH MEETS THE HITCH MUFFLER STRAP.
- Consequence: IF THE AREA IN QUESTION FRACTURES OR BREAKS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN UNSTABLE DRIVING CONDITION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: CURT MFG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND WILL REPLACE THE HITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CURT MFG AT 1-715-831-8713.
- Manufacturer: BRAKE PARTS, INC.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
- Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
- Manufacturer: WIX FILTERATION PRODUCTS DIVISION
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, MODELS WIX FILTER PART NUMBERS 33576, 33577, 33734; NAPA FILTER PART NUMBERS 3576, 3577, 3734; AND CARQUEST FILTER PART NUMBERS 86576, 86577, 86734 USED ON 1996-2000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, DODGE CARAVAN, AND PLYMOUTH VOYAGER VEHICLES, CAN CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LEAK.
- Consequence: A POSSIBLE FIRE CAN OCCUR IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE.
- Remedy: WIX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. NOTE: THIS DOES NOT INVOLVE ANY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY THE DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP. NOR ANY DAILMERCHRYSLER DEALERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT WIX AT 704-864-6711.
- Manufacturer: INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 17, 2002, AND JANUARY 20, 2003, SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES LISTED ABOVE. THE FILTER MAY EXPERIENCE MALFUNCTION OF THE QUICK CONNECTOR EITHER BLOCKING FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE OR CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THIS DOES NOT INVOLVE ANY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY THE DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP. NOR ANY DAILMERCHRYSLER DEALERS.
- Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THE ENGINE COULD STALL. ALSO, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, THE FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Remedy: AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS FOR 1995-2000 SHORT WHEELBASE CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, PLYMOUTH VOYAGER AND DODGE CARAVAN MINIVANS PART NO. 18232 AND DATE CODE 0237, 0249, OR 0252. REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS FOR 1995-2000 LONG WHEELBASE CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, PLYMOUTH VOYAGER AND DODGE CARAVAN MINIVANS PART NO. 18230 AND DATE CODE 0237, 0249, 0251, OR 0304. REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS FOR 2001-2004 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, PLYMOUTH VOYAGER AND DODGE CARAVAN MINIVANS PART NO. 28871 AND DATE CODE 0249. THESE PART NUMBERS AND DATE CODES APPEAR ON THE GOLD-TONE FILTER. DISTRIBUTORS AND RETAILERS WILL BE NOTIFIED TO ISOLATE AND RETURN AFFECTED INVENTORY. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THE FUEL FILTER SERVICED ON ONE OF THE APPLICABLE VEHICLES AFTER SEPTEMBER 17, 2002 SHOULD RETURN THEIR VEHICLE TO THE SERVICE FACILITY TO BE INSPECTED TO SEE IF THE FUEL FILTER THAT WAS INSTALLED IS ONE THAT IS INVOLVED IN THE RECALL. IF SO, THE OWNERS SHOULD HAVE THE FILTER REPLACED. TO RECEIVE A FULL REFUND PLUS THE COST OF POSTAGE, OWNERS SHOULD CUT THE CONNECTORS FROM THE HOSES, RINSE THE CONNECTORS AND RETURN THEM TOGETHER WITH PROOF OF THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE REPLACEMENT PART AND LABOR, TO INTERCONTINENTAL AT INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS, INC., P.O. BOX 861, MAHWAH, NJ 07430, ATTN: FUEL FILTER RECALL. INTERCONTINENTAL WILL MAIL A FULL REFUND TO THE OWNER.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN WOUND INCORRECTLY DURING THE VEHICLE ASSEMBLY PROCESS.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION WILL MANIFEST ITSELF THROUGH ILLUMINATION OF THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP, AND COULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN A DRIVER'S AIR BAG OPEN CIRCUIT, IF THE PART IS NOT REPLACED IN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY ON ALL VEHICLES WITH 70,000 MILES OR LESS. AN EXTENDED LIFETIME WARRANTY WILL ALSO BE PLACED ON THIS COMPONENT FOR ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES, REGARDLESS OF MILEAGE. DAIMLERCHRYSLER WILL ALSO REIMBURSE OWNERS WHO HAVE PAID TO HAVE THE CLOCKSPRING REPLACED ON THEIR VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 18, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, SOME TRIM MATERIAL CAN LOOSEN AND DROP INTO THE REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY, CAUSING THE SEAT BELT TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRIM WITH FOAM BLOCKERS AND INSPECT AND REPLACE ALL 3RD ROW SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 3, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS BUILT WITH 3.3L AND 3.8L ENGINES HAVE FUEL RAILS WITH NITROLE RUBBER O-RING SEALS THAT CAN DEGRADE OVER TIME. FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE UNDERHOOD FUEL INJECTION FUEL RAIL COULD RESULT, INCREASING THE LIKELIHOOD OF A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SEAL ON THE VEHICLE FUEL RAILS TO PREVENT EXTERNAL LEAKAGE OF FUEL FROM THE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER TUBE, SHOULD THE EXISTING O-RINGS CONTINUE TO DEGRADE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2002. DUE TO THE LARGE QUANTITY OF VEHICLES INVOLVED IN THIS CAMPAIGN, THE OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE PHASED OVER THE NEXT SEVERAL MONTHS. HOWEVER, IF A VEHICLE IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE O-RINGS, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE TAKEN INTO A DEALER TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: CHILD SEAT
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH INTEGRATED CHILD SEATS. THE SHOULDER HARNESS RESTRAINT ON THE INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT CAN BECOME DIFFICULT TO EXTRACT WHEN THE SAFETY BELT LATCH PLATE BECOMES CONTAMINATED.
- Consequence: THIS CAN CAUSE DIFFICULTY IN RELEASING A CHILD FROM THE RESTRAINT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL CLEAN THE LATCH MECHANISM. AN EXTENDER WILL BE ADDED TO THE EMERGENCY RELEASE ANCHOR FOR THE CHILD SEAT SAFETY BELTS SO THAT THE RELEASE CLIPS ARE MORE VISIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE TO THE OPERATOR IN THE EVENT THAT THE RETRACTOR MECHANISM CAN NOT BE UNLOCKED. IN ADDITION, AN INSTRUCTIONAL OWNER'S MANUAL SUPPLEMENT CARD WILL BE PROVIDED.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: TIRES:BEAD
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH P215/65R15 GOODYEAR CONQUEST TIRES MOUNTED ON STEEL WHEEL. THE TIRES CAN EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN AIR PRESSURE LOSS WITHOUT WARNING.
- Consequence: SUDDEN TIRE FAILURE COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF DRIVER CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIRES THAT WERE MOUNTED ON STEEL WHEELS.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: WHEELS:RIM
- Summary: THE STEEL ROAD WHEELS WERE DAMAGED BY THE EQUIPMENT USED TO MATCH MOUNT THE WHEEL TO THE TIRE.
- Consequence: A SCORE MARK WAS MADE ON THE WHEEL, AFFECTING THE DURABILITY OF THE WHEEL.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL ROAD WHEELS (AND FULL SIZE SPARE TIRES) WITH NEW WHEELS.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SEAT BELTS:INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH INTEGRAL CHILD SEATS. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. ON THE INTEGRAL CHILD SEAT, THE SHOULDER BELTS RESTRAINING THE CHILD RETRACT AND LOCK IN PLACE AFTER THE BELT BUCKLE IS CONNECTED TO THE LATCH PLATE. THE LATCH PLATE MOVEMENT LOCKS THE BELTS TO MAKE SURE THE CHILD IS RESTRAINED IN THE CASE OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Consequence: THE LATCH PLATE LOCATED IN THE SEAT CUSHION AREA MUST BE FREE TO MOVE BACK AGAINST ITS STOP AFTER THE BUCKLE IS REMOVED TO ALLOW THE SHOULDER BELTS TO BE PULLED OUT. ALWAYS BE SURE THE AREA AROUND THE LATCH PLATE IS FREE OF FOOD OR OTHER ITEMS THAT MIGHT PREVENT THE LATCH PLATE FROM MOVING BACK.
- Remedy: OWNERS ARE BEING PROVIDED WITH A VIDEO TAPE AND 2 HARNESS CLIPS. THE VIDEO TAPE INSTRUCTS OWNERS ON THE PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE CHILD SEATS.
Negative 1997 Plymouth Voyager car reviews
Positive 1997 Plymouth Voyager car reviews
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You have owned this vehicle since 1998. Despite towing a small travel trailer with it for some time, the original engine and transmission have lasted until now, with 190,000 miles on it. Last year, you had to replace the water pump, and the year before that, the valve cover gaskets. However, the van still starts every time, drives smoothly, and accommodates your 3 kids and their friends (yours is the 7-passenger version). Although you bought an Expedition for towing, you still drive the van a lot because it is such a great vehicle. This is, without a doubt, the smartest vehicle purchase you have ever made.
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We bought our van new in '96. We drive it alot. Putting 20 to 25k a year on it. The air conditioner started fadind a couple years ago so we add a couple cans of coolent each summer. The only major expense was the transmission at 105,000 miles. Now at 140,xxx miles we are having some tranny problems again. The engine hasn't run smoothly since 98,000 when I had a tune up done. The gas mileage still remaines between 20 and 23 mpg.
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Your 1997 Plymouth Voyageur has been an incredibly reliable vehicle. You purchased it used in the year 2000 and have owned it for 20 years. You have always driven it with care and respect, and as a result, have never had any problems with the transmission, unlike many others. It is important to avoid spinning the wheels, especially in turns or turning. The only issues you have had so far are the following: The Rad Fan Relay stopped working, so you had it replaced. The water pump started leaking about 5 years ago, so you had that replaced. The muffler finally developed a hole, so you had it changed. The headlight plastics faded, so you got those polished up. You have only gone through 1 set of brake rotors. It has been a great vehicle and you still have it. You have made sure to oil spray it every year.
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I'm so glad to hear that your 97 voyager has been one of the most reliable vehicles you've ever owned! It sounds like you've taken great care of it by doing all the suggested maintenance at the recommended intervals, including oil/lube every 3000 miles. It's impressive that the only other work ever done to the van was a new water pump when the timing belt was changed @100K+ miles, and that was just preventive. You made a wise decision in taking care of your vehicle so well!
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This van has been excellent! It's been with us for 10 years and has required minimal repairs and standard maintenance. I change the oil myself and keep an eye on fluid levels. Unfortunately, we did experience a leaking gasket around the oil pan at around 100,000 miles, but other than that, it's been a very dependable vehicle. However, I must say that the dealership in Durham has been terrible.
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Mitchel Hegmann 2024-11-24
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share that we've been proud owners of our Voyager since 1999. It had just under 50000 miles when we purchased it, and now it has 105000. We've been lucky to have only needed normal maintenance, with the exception of replacing a starter coil about 3 months ago. Thanks for listening!
Henderson Zboncak 2024-10-10
We bought our Voyager brand new and have had to replace virtually everything in it. It's been a bit frustrating, but we still love our American-made vehicles. While we have had some transmission and engine issues with our American-made cars, our Toyota Camry has over 200,000 miles on it and has yet to have any problems. We believe that foreign automakers may have an edge in some areas, but we still have faith in American automakers.
Cary Dietrich 2024-08-13
The transmission issue with the 1997 Plymouth Voyager is a result of engineering. Despite maintaining oil and fluid levels vigilantly, I had to have my transmission rebuilt at around 100,000 miles, and now at 143,000 miles, the symptoms are returning. It is clear that the root cause of the problem lies in the design of the vehicle.
Chance Kuhic 2024-07-23
This van has had a few repairs done, including a transmission replacement at 25000, two valve cover gasket replacements, and a complete brake job at 45000. The 3 speed auto requires more frequent fluid changes, every 15000 instead of every 30000. There is one nagging problem with the rear window washer, which wouldn't stop squirting. The dealer suggested replacing the HVAC control panel for $700, but I decided to disconnect the washer instead. Overall, I feel lucky to have this van! Let me know if you have any questions.
Foster Rath 2024-07-05
This is a lemon..plain and simple. It has been in the shop (3 times by tow truck) no less than 3 times a year for different mechanical and electrical problems. Everything from a broken timing belt @ 29000 miles to a busted head gasket at 55000. Turn on the radio and the windshield wipers are sure to work. That relay has been replaced at least 3 times.