NHTSA files every complaint against a named sub-assembly, not just a
system. This is the difference between knowing it was "the engine" and
knowing which part of it — the list to hand a mechanic.
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
10,000 – 24,999 miles
16.7%
25,000 – 49,999 miles
16.7%
50,000 – 74,999 miles
426.7%
75,000 – 99,999 miles
320.0%
100,000 – 149,999 miles
213.3%
150,000+ miles
426.7%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Oct 1995peak 24Mar 2018
NHTSA investigations into the 1991 Plymouth Grand Voyager
An investigation is the step before a recall: the agency has seen enough
complaints to look into a pattern itself. An open one means it thinks
something may be wrong and nothing has been fixed yet.
ON MAY 7, 1997, CHRYSLER FILED A DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT TO RECALL 436,000 1992 DODGE CARAVAN/GRAND CARAVAN, PLYMOUTH VOYAGER/GRAND VOYAGER AND CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY VEHICLES TO REPAIR THE LIFTGATE SUPPORTS; SAFETY RECALL 97V-079.ODI HAD INVESTIGATION THE REAR LIFTGATE SUPPORT PROBLEM FOR 1991-1993 CHRYSLER MINIVANS IN PE 96-035 AND EA96-027.AT THE TIME OF CLOSING EA96-027 ON MAY 16, 1997, A SAFETY RELATED DEFECT TREND HAD NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED ON THE 1991 AND 1993 MODELS.SINCE THE CLOSING OF EA96-027, ODI HAS RECEIVED 34 COMPLAINTS OF REAR LIFTGATE SUPPORT ATTACHING BOLT FAILURES, INCLUDI...
EA95029Opened 26 Sep 1995Closed 13 Nov 1996STEERING
STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION
AFTER AN EXTENSIVE INVESTIGATION AND ANALYSIS, CHRYSLER HAS IDENTIFIED THE DEFECT AS A FATIGUE FAILURE, ORIGINATION IN THE HEAT AFFECTED REGION OF THE PROJECTION WELDS OF THE STEERING WHEEL HUB TO STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE ATTACHMENT.THE HUB IS THE PORTION OF THE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY THAT CONNECTS IT TO THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT AND IS ATTACHED TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY BY 4 WELDS.IF CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE HEAT AFFECTED REGION OF THE WELDS AND PROPAGATE THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE TO EACH OF THE WELDS, THE STEERING WHEEL CAN SEPARATE FROM THE HUB.THIS IS A SLOW PR...
EA94028Opened 29 Jul 1994Closed 24 Jun 1996SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ABS BRAKING SYSTEM FAILS
PE94024Opened 7 Mar 1994Closed 29 Jul 1994SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ABS BRAKING SYSTEM FAILS
EA94005Opened 31 Jan 1994Closed 25 Oct 1995STRUCTURE
LIFTGATE LATCHES
LIFTGATE LATCHES IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES HAVE FAILED IN LOW AND MODERATE SPEED IMPACTS RESULTING IN OCCUPANT EJECTIONS, INJURIES, AND FATALITIES.THERE ARE TWO FAILURE MODES ASSOCIATED WITH LATCH FAILURE: FORK BOLT-DETENT LEVER BYPASS, AND INERTIAL UNLATCHING.NHTSA ANALYSES OF CHRYSLER AND PEER MINIVANS TOOK THE FORM OF STATIC AND DYNAMIC CRASH TESTING, ENGINEERING EVALUATIONS, COMPLAINT AND FIELD ANALYSES, AND REAL WORLD DATA ANALYSES.A TECHNICAL REPORT DISCUSSING THESE ANALYSES CAN BE FOUND IN THE ENGINEERING ANALYSIS TECHNICAL REPORT IN THE PUBLIC VIEWING FILE.CHRYSLER HAS ADVISED NHTSA THAT...
Recalls on the 1991 Plymouth Grand Voyager
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
Canada — Transport Canada
Canada runs its own recall programme, and its campaigns do not
always mirror the American ones.
Recall 1999145163,025 units in Canada
Visual System
On certain vehicles, the left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft. This may allow the drive arm to disengage from the shaft and lead to a loss of wiper function. Correction: The left windshield wiper pivot assembly will be replaced with one that incorporates an improved mechanical connection of the drive link to the pivot shaft.
Recall 1997162153,541 units in Canada
Seats And Restraints
The first row rear seat outboard side seat belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position. Also, the covers on solid stalk mounted seat belt buckles may become dislodged. Should a cover become dislodged, the release button may stick inside the cover creating the potential for the buckle to become partially latched. In the event of a vehicle crash, either of these conditions could result in the occupant not being properly restrained. Correction: Anchor hook retaining clip will be replace with a revised profile clip and cover plate. Dealers will also install a cover retaining clip to the stalk mounted buckle cover to prevent dislocation of the buckle cover.
Recall 1997104246,405 units in Canada
Structure
A combination of no bolt torque, high pressure in the strut and a severe duty cycle can create the potential for the liftgate strut attaching bolts to separate. This could result in injury to persons standing under the liftgate at the time of failure. Correction: Liftgate struts will be inspected for loose fasteners. If fasteners are loose, the strut (and integral bolts) will be replaced. If the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, large washers will be installed and bolt will be torqued to specification.
Recall 199619877,024 units in Canada
Steering
The steering wheel armature stamping may crack and separate from the centre hub of the steering column. This could adversely affect steering control and result in a possible crash without prior warning. Correction: Steering wheels exhibiting cracks will be replaced. All other involved vehicles will have a anti-separation plate installed to prevent separation of the steering wheel from the steering column.
Recall 199606324,055 units in Canada
Brakes
Note: Vehicles equipped with Bendix-10 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicles with ABS brakes may experience premature actuator piston seal wear in the ABS hydraulic control unit and/or actuator pump motor deterioration. If this occurs, the ABS function may be lost and reduced power assist may be experienced during vehicle braking. Correction: Vehicles with ABS malfunction will be repaired as necessary. Warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 160,000 km (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have lifetime coverage).
Recall 19911574,654 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain vehicles equipped with an anti-lock brake system (ABS), the high pressure hose may leak or detach due to inadequate crimping of the hose-to-end fittings. This condition could result in loss of brake power assist and a possible increase in stopping distances. Correction:(526) ABS high pressure hose will be replaced with a hose of different design and construction. (527) four hundred and twenty six of the identified mini vans will also have the ABS pump casting inspected for porosity. Leaking pumps, if found, will be replaced.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
Cleveland, OHFire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOOSE BRAKING POWER. THE DRIVER PUMPED THE BRAKE PEDAL FOUR TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP. THEN THE DRIVER PULLED OVER. SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE DRIVER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE HUB CAP MELTED TO THE RIM. THE BRAKE CONTROLLER MODULAR NEEDED REPLACING DUE TO THE SENSOR INSIDE. THE BRAKE PADS, ROTOR, AND BRAKE CALIBER WAS ALSO REPLACED. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
NHTSA complaint #10073375 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
THE FUEL RAIL LOCATED ON THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM WAS LEAKING GAS ONTO THE ENGINE MANIFOLD, RESULTING IN A FIRE. THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED BY CONSUMER.
NHTSA complaint #10051939 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Claremore, OKFire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
WHILE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND PARKED AT A SHOPPING MALL VEHICLE WAS TRYING TO START ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD, INDICATING A VEHICLE FIRE. DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED.
NHTSA complaint #10042318 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Charlottesville, VACrash1 injured
AIR BAGS
WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN REAR IN COLLISION AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, ONE PERSON WAS INJURED (CLAIM # 33-0291-793).
NHTSA complaint #6900736 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Charlottesville, VACrash1 injured
AIR BAGS
WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN REAR IN COLLISION AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, ONE PERSON WAS INJURED (CLAIM # 33-0291-793).
NHTSA complaint #6900736 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Denver, COCrash1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE WAS LOCKING UP AND JERKING WHEN CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES FOR A NORMAL STOP AT ABOUT 45-50 MPH/NO BRAKING ACTION, PEDAL FELT HARD. CONSUMER HIT FENCE TO GET VEHICLE TO STOP. DAMAGE WAS $ 2000. CONSUMER DID NOT HAVE TIME TO APPLY BRAKES AGAIN, WAS CONCERNED ABOUT HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE. PLEASE ADD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
NHTSA complaint #889945 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
at 287,351 milesRaymond, NE
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED. THE CONTACT HAD TO ENGAGE THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH FORCE TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH BAXTER CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM, LINCOLN DEALER (6601 TELLURIDE DRIVE A LINCOLN, NEBRASKA 68521 402-477-3777) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) WAS PERFORMED. HOWEVER, THE REPAIR DID NOT CORRECT THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ASSISTANCE WITH THE BRAKE LIFETIME WARRANTY REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 287,351.
NHTSA complaint #11081259 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 182,395 milesHesteria, CA
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, TRIED THE BRAKES BECAME RESISTANT AND THE CONTACT FELT AS IF HE WAS ATTEMPTING TO PUSH A TON OF BRICKS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE HE REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND THE REAR BRAKE SHOES BUT TO NO AVAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OF THE FAILURE OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 182,395.
NHTSA complaint #10554403 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 155,000 milesHomewood, IL
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER LE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL RAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHERE THEY DISCOVERED THE FUEL LEAK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE WHO ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TOO OLD FOR THEM TO PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 155,000.
NHTSA complaint #10432881 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 50,847 milesGreensboro, NC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
WE OWN A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER. ON JANUARY 9, 2006 THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. WE HAD THE BRAKES OF OUR PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER SUPPOSEDLY FIXED BY CROWN CHRYSLER IN GREENSBORO, NC AT THIS TIME. WE BOUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP BASED ON NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ANTILOCK). IN OCTOBER OF 2007, THE ABS BRAKES QUIT WORKING AGAIN. THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AFTER TALKING TO OUR MECHANIC, WE FINALLY BOUGHT THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP IN GREENSBORO ON JANUARY 25, 2008. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ABS CAB CONTROLLER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. HOWEVER, THE PART WAS NO LONGER BEING MANUFACTURED. HE ADVISED US TO CHECK WITH A SALVAGE YARD FOR PARTS. AFTER TAKING THE CAR TO THE DEALER TO CHECK THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT , MY HUSBAND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND FOUND BRAKE FLUID SPILLED OVER THE ENTIRE MASTER CYLINDER. THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WAS EMPTY AFTER THE DEALER CHECKED THE CAR OUT AND RETURNED IT TO US. SINCE THIS RECALL HAD A LIFETIME WARRANTY ON IT, IT SHOULD BE THE DEALERS RESPONSIBILITY TO FIX THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WITHOUT CHARGE. THE PART WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED AT 50,847 MILES UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC : ANTILOCK) THE POWER TRAIN IS AUTOMATIC. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,847 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 58,791. PLEASE HELP US TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM WITH THE DEALERSHIP.
NHTSA complaint #10220936 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 50,847 milesGreensboro, NC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER. THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ABS CAB CONTROLLER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE PART WAS NO LONGER BEING MANUFACTURED. SHE WAS ADVISED TO CHECK WITH A SALVAGE YARD. THE PART WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED AT 50,847 MILES UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK). THE POWERTRAIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,847 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 58,791. UPDATED 03-25-08 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO CHECK ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS THEY FOUND BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OVER THE MASTER CYLINDER. THE DEALER STATED PERFORMED RECALL REGARDING THE HATCHBACK. UPDATED 03/26/08
NHTSA complaint #10217004 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 50,847 milesGreensboro, NC
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER. THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ABS CAB CONTROLLER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE PART WAS NO LONGER BEING MANUFACTURED. SHE WAS ADVISED TO CHECK WITH A SALVAGE YARD. THE PART WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED AT 50,847 MILES UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK). THE POWERTRAIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,847 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 58,791. UPDATED 03-25-08 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO CHECK ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS THEY FOUND BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OVER THE MASTER CYLINDER. THE DEALER STATED PERFORMED RECALL REGARDING THE HATCHBACK. UPDATED 03/26/08
NHTSA complaint #10217004 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 221,000 milesCoshocton, OH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A BRAKING SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC. HE STATED THAT BOTH BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE, BUT THE BRAKE ASSIST WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE DIAGNOSTIC INDICATED THAT A HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, PUMP MOTOR, AND ACCUMULATOR WERE NEEDED. THESE PARTS ARE ON A MANUFACTURER SAFETY RECALL (NUMBER 685) FOR THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAS A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK) THAT STATES THE PARTS ARE STILL UNDER A LIFETIME WARRANTY AT NO COST. CHRYSLER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE IN STOCK AND THEY WOULD REPLACE THE PARTS AFTER HE PROVIDED THE DOCUMENTATION. THE CONTACT WAS ISSUED REFERENCE NUMBER 16944985. THE BRAKES WOULD GRADUALLY STOP THE VEHICLE FROM A DISTANCE WHEN APPROACHING A LIGHT. IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, HE MUST DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH BOTH FEET. THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 221,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 222,000.
NHTSA complaint #10211050 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 90,000 milesRonkonkona, NY
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 10-40 MPH UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS, THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LOCKED UP. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED DUE TO NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK), HOWEVER, THE FAILURE STILL PERSISTS. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 136,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
NHTSA complaint #10200685 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Atlanta, GA
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
TL*- THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL CAMPAIGN # 96V09900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, AND WAS TOLD THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT ON THE RECALL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES. T WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT TURNED ON AT THE SAME TIME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIGHTS EVENTUALLY TURNED OFF AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME. THEN, WHEN HE APPLIED THE BRAKES BRAKE PEDAL WENT DOWN FURTHER THAN NORMAL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AT ANY SPEED AND IN ANY TYPE OF WEATHER.
NHTSA complaint #10177644 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE PRESENT IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE FUEL RAILS WERE LEAKING. ALTHOUGH THE PROBLEM PERSISTED, THE FUEL RAILS WERE NOT REPLACED. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL # 98V130000 REGARDING THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL.
NHTSA complaint #10158002 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Huber Heights, OH
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MY 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER HAS HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE WHOLE EXHAUST SYSTEM, THE TRANSMISSION, PUT IN A NEW FUEL PUMP, A NEW RADIATOR, NOW IT FAILED AN EMISSIONS TEST AND I WAS SMELLING FUEL WHEN I WAS DRIVING ONLY TO FIND OUT MY FUEL RAIL IS LEAKING OR SHOULD I SAY SQUIRTING AS ONTO THE ENGINE, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FIRE HAD I HAD BEEN SMART ENOUGH TO CHECK IT OUT. NOW THE SHOP WHERE I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED SINCE IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE SAYS YOU CAN ONLY GET THE PART FROM A DEALER WHICH COSTS 319.00 AND THAT DOES NOT INCLUDE LABOR.
NHTSA complaint #10140727 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Huber Heights, OH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
MY 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER HAS HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE WHOLE EXHAUST SYSTEM, THE TRANSMISSION, PUT IN A NEW FUEL PUMP, A NEW RADIATOR, NOW IT FAILED AN EMISSIONS TEST AND I WAS SMELLING FUEL WHEN I WAS DRIVING ONLY TO FIND OUT MY FUEL RAIL IS LEAKING OR SHOULD I SAY SQUIRTING AS ONTO THE ENGINE, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FIRE HAD I HAD BEEN SMART ENOUGH TO CHECK IT OUT. NOW THE SHOP WHERE I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED SINCE IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE SAYS YOU CAN ONLY GET THE PART FROM A DEALER WHICH COSTS 319.00 AND THAT DOES NOT INCLUDE LABOR.
NHTSA complaint #10140727 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Huber Heights, OH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MY 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER HAS HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE WHOLE EXHAUST SYSTEM, THE TRANSMISSION, PUT IN A NEW FUEL PUMP, A NEW RADIATOR, NOW IT FAILED AN EMISSIONS TEST AND I WAS SMELLING FUEL WHEN I WAS DRIVING ONLY TO FIND OUT MY FUEL RAIL IS LEAKING OR SHOULD I SAY SQUIRTING AS ONTO THE ENGINE, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FIRE HAD I HAD BEEN SMART ENOUGH TO CHECK IT OUT. NOW THE SHOP WHERE I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED SINCE IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE SAYS YOU CAN ONLY GET THE PART FROM A DEALER WHICH COSTS 319.00 AND THAT DOES NOT INCLUDE LABOR.
NHTSA complaint #10140727 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 60,000 milesDelaware, OH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
1991 PLYMONTH VOYAGER ABS ANTI LOCK BRAKE FAILURE.THIS IS THE 4TH TIME IT IS IN THE GARAGE AND AT LEAST 2 WEEKS OUT OF SERVICE EACH TIME.I AM AFRAID FOR MY FAMILY TO OPERATE THIS VEHICAL ANYMORE AND I HAVE BECOME DISABLED AND CAN NOT AFFORD TO TRADE.THEY KNOW OF THE PROBLEM AND WHY CAN THEY NOT FIX IT SO IT IS NOT HAPPENING FOR TIMES. IT IS A SAFETY LEMON.
NHTSA complaint #10106031 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Dayton, OH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
CHRYSLER CORPORATION ADMITTED THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE NHTSA RECALL 96V099000 CONCERNING ABS BRAKE FAILURE. HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT CAN EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON SEAL WEAR CAUSING PUMP-MOTOR DETERIORATION. HOWEVER DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WON'T HONOR THIS RECALL.
NHTSA complaint #10081625 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Cleveland, OHFire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOOSE BRAKING POWER. THE DRIVER PUMPED THE BRAKE PEDAL FOUR TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP. THEN THE DRIVER PULLED OVER. SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE DRIVER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE HUB CAP MELTED TO THE RIM. THE BRAKE CONTROLLER MODULAR NEEDED REPLACING DUE TO THE SENSOR INSIDE. THE BRAKE PADS, ROTOR, AND BRAKE CALIBER WAS ALSO REPLACED. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
NHTSA complaint #10073375 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 81,000 milesXenia, OH
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I HAVE A 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER THAT IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. EXEPTH THIS SPRING I FOUND A LITTLE SPOT ON THE BODY THAT THE PAINT WAS FLAKING AND IT SPREAD AROUND THE WHOLE VAN. KNOW THE WHOLE VAN NEEDS TO BE COMPLETELY REPAINTED BECAUSE THE PAINT HAS JUST FLAKED OFF.
NHTSA complaint #10070723 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Laurel, MS
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
MY ABS BRAKING SYSTEM AFTER WORKING ON IT TIME AFTER TIME STILL IS NOT RIGHT,ALSO MY VAN CV AXEL JUST CAME OUT AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD GOOD THING I WAS GOING LESS THAN 45 BECAUSE WE WOULD HAVE RECKED,ALSO MY RADIATOR FAN STOPPED WORKING WHICH CAUSES THE MOTOR TO OVER HEAT.PLEASE I NEED TO KNOW WHAT TO DO?
NHTSA complaint #10065992 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Laurel, MS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
MY ABS BRAKING SYSTEM AFTER WORKING ON IT TIME AFTER TIME STILL IS NOT RIGHT,ALSO MY VAN CV AXEL JUST CAME OUT AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD GOOD THING I WAS GOING LESS THAN 45 BECAUSE WE WOULD HAVE RECKED,ALSO MY RADIATOR FAN STOPPED WORKING WHICH CAUSES THE MOTOR TO OVER HEAT.PLEASE I NEED TO KNOW WHAT TO DO?
NHTSA complaint #10065992 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 10,000 milesSAN Francisco, CA
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
RECALL 96V099000 CONCERNING ABS BRAKE FAILURE. DEALER CLAIMED TO HAVE FIXED THE RECALL WORK ON THE ABS SYSTEM. BUT BRAKES STILL EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEMS AS BEFORE. BRAKES EXPERIENCED EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE.
NHTSA complaint #10053823 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
THE FUEL RAIL LOCATED ON THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM WAS LEAKING GAS ONTO THE ENGINE MANIFOLD, RESULTING IN A FIRE. THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED BY CONSUMER.
NHTSA complaint #10051939 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING FUEL SMELL WAS COMING THOUGH THE VENTS. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOUND THAT FUEL RAIL WAS LEAKING GASOLINE.
NHTSA complaint #10051846 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING FUEL SMELL WAS COMING THOUGH THE VENTS. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOUND THAT FUEL RAIL WAS LEAKING GASOLINE.
NHTSA complaint #10051847 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Claremore, OKFire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
WHILE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND PARKED AT A SHOPPING MALL VEHICLE WAS TRYING TO START ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD, INDICATING A VEHICLE FIRE. DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED.
NHTSA complaint #10042318 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Tahuya, WA
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
THE VEHICLES OXYGEN SENSOR FAILED. ON ONE OCCASION WHEN THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL WAS USED THE WINDSHIELD WIPER WOULD MAKE A SINGLE SWIPE. ONE ANOTHER OCCASION WHEN THE WIPERS WERE TURNED ON DURING RAIN THE WIPERS SWIPED A FEW TIMES THEN STOPPED RESULTING IN REDUCED VISIBILITY. WHEN THE WIPER SWITCH WAS TURNED TOT HE STOP POSITION THE WIPER CAME ON AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OF WITH THE KEY REMOVED THE WIPERS CONTINUED TO OPERATE. *AK *NLM
NHTSA complaint #10015031 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.