1985 Plymouth Voyager Problems
- Complaints
- 31filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 2.2L 4-cyl FWD · 17 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1985 Plymouth Voyager (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 31 consumer complaints for the 1985 Plymouth Voyager. The part named most often is latches, locks and linkages, with 8 complaints (26% of the total), followed by body and structure (8) and engine cooling (4). Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure8 26%
- Engine cooling4 13%
- Electrical system3 9.7%
- Suspension3 9.7%
- Brakes2 6.5%
- Equipment2 6.5%
- Seat belts2 6.5%
- Seats1 3.2%
- Tires1 3.2%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Latches, locks and linkages: “Consumer accidently hit the automatic lift gate latch while driving at a speed of 50 MPH and the gate opened, the manual states that the liftgate should only open when transmission is in park position. Alsobuilt in car seat doesnot fit properly, consumer's seat belt on vehicle is not long enough.”
NHTSA complaint #800618, filed 1996-08Electrical system: “While driving the vehicle, noticed smoke and discovered the wires were on fire under the hood around the emission control area, the vehicle is not being repaired at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #815480, filed 1997-08Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1985 Plymouth Voyager version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voyager 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Voyager 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Voyager 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Voyager 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Voyager 2WD | 2.6L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Voyager 2WD | 2.6L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 85V164000Dec 11, 1985Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › ExteriorCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1984–1985, Dodge Caravan 1984–1985, Mini RAM Van 1984–1985
Vans equipped with the optional sunscreen rear glass which has less than 70 percent luminous transmittance and does not have a passenger side outside rearview mirror are not in compliance with fmvss 111, rear view mirrors. Consequence of defect: the drivers…
- 85V053000May 1, 1985Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Differential proportional valveCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1984–1985, Dodge Caravan 1984–1985, Mini RAM Van 1984–1985
Roadway stones may become lodged in the height sensing brake proportioning valve. This may cause the proportioning valve to fail. Consequence of defect: proportioning valve malfunction results in increased stopping distances during hard braking with a light…
- 84V150000Nov 26, 1984Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1984–1985, Dodge Caravan 1984–1985
The metal fuel supply tube may crack at the fuel pump end due to vibration. The crack may result in fuel leakage. (the fuel supply tube connects the fuel pump to the fuel filter.)
Recall details for the 1985 Plymouth Voyager → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1985 Plymouth Voyager.
Other model years of the Plymouth Voyager
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 168 | 61,500 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 273 | 73,955 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 323 | 80,000 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 346 | 90,000 | 6 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 756 | 98,000 | 9 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 336 | 106,500 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 529 | 109,491 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 615 | 122,000 | 8 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 701 | 123,000 | 9 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 520 | 130,000 | 8 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 226 | 70,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 165 | 140,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 91 | — | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 84 | 233,872 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1986 | 53 | — | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1985 | 31 | — | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1984 | 22 | — | 3 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
All Plymouth Voyager model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1985 Plymouth Voyager have?
NHTSA recorded 31 consumer complaints for the 1985 Plymouth Voyager as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1985 Plymouth Voyager is reported most often?
Latches, locks and linkages is named most often, in 8 complaints (26% of the total), followed by body and structure with 8.
Has the 1985 Plymouth Voyager been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1985 Plymouth Voyager get?
The EPA rates the 1985 Plymouth Voyager (Voyager 2WD, 2.2L 4-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 17 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.