1992 Plymouth Voyager Problems
- Complaints
- 701filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 123,000miles, 21 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 9campaigns 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
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl FWD · 17 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 Plymouth Voyager (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Complaints on this model year centre on the anti-lock brake system, where owners describe the pedal going to the floor or the ABS warning light staying on, and on seat belt anchors in the middle row that let go. Transmission and liftgate problems also come up repeatedly, and most reports arrive at higher mileage, often well past 100,000 miles.
- Brakes
ABS pedal to the floor / brake warning light
- 145 complaints (21%)
- median 124,000 mi at 12.7 yrs old (10 state mileage)
- 7 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 1995–2016
Owners describe the brake pedal travelling all the way down with little or no braking, sometimes with the ABS and brake warning lights lit. Several say the hydraulic control unit, pump motor or actuator assembly was replaced, and some report the same symptom returning after recall work was done. Where a dealer was involved, owners report being told the pump assembly or hydraulic unit needed replacement, and that the extended coverage for those parts had expired. Reported from low mileage up to about 160,000 miles, with many reports between 70,000 and 140,000 miles; some owners note the warning lights appearing in cold weather.
Recall 96V099000Recall 91V170000
What to check: Ask whether the ABS hydraulic unit and pump motor were replaced under the recall and whether any lifetime coverage on those parts remains. On a test drive, check that both the ABS and brake warning lights go out after start-up and that the pedal stays firm.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My 1992 chrysler Voyager has bendix 10 ABS brakes and once the brake booster was out. Our local chrysler dealer made certain that the booster pump was burned out. While the pump was already replaced in 2000 they said the warranty covers only 1 pump per vehicle!! As I know recall 96v-99 (chrysler recall #685) refers to a lifetime warranty (for booster electrical pump). Short life, isn't it?”
NHTSA complaint #10207452, filed 2007-10, 290,785 miles“Around 4/30/04 you sent us a vehicle owner's questionnaire. We filled out the forms and sent them back to you, but have not had a response back. The brake actuator piston & the pump-motor assembly have a lifetime coverage, but chrysler want us to pay for other parts not necessary to get more money from us. We believe if these two parts are replaced the brakes will work fine. Big a brakes agree with us, but we have not been able to get chrysler to fix the brake problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10086204, filed 2004-08, 129,867 miles - Transmission and drivetrain
Transmission failure and harsh shifting
- 62 complaints (9%)
- median 121,000 mi at 10.9 yrs old (4 state mileage, few)
- 2 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 1995–2008
Complaints describe hard or delayed shifting, jolting when the accelerator is released, loss of power at speed, and in some cases transmission replacement, occasionally more than once. Owners report dealers rebuilding or replacing the unit, and sometimes telling them no fault was found. A few reports pair transmission trouble with an engine that failed or shut down. Reported from around 22,000 miles upward, including several replacements between 35,000 and 120,000 miles.
What to check: Test drive from cold and at highway speed, watching for delayed or harsh shifts and jolts when lifting off the throttle. Ask for service records showing whether the transmission was rebuilt or replaced and at what mileage.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I have a 1992 Plymouth Voyager. Due to a defect in the engine, I had to have it rplaced in april of 2002. Then this april, I had to have the transmission replaced. Simply put I had to have the engine replaced due to excessive smoking through the tail pipe. I am sure you have had other reports of this. It costs me $4,251.25 to replace and the transmission was another $2500. I do believe that chrysler should reimburse me for this. I have copies of historical maintenance reports for my van and copies of the bills for the engine and trasmission. …”
NHTSA complaint #10068078, filed 2004-04, 142,000 miles“Fire in the engine compartment of this vehicle, destroyed vehicle. The car lost power on the freeway off-ramp. Vehicle pulled over and another driver pulled over to say the car was on fire up underneath. I saw this same style mini-van on the television program cops on 1/9/99 on fire and burning after having transmission problems. We have had to put in two transmissions in this vehicle. The fireman didn't think the transmission problem was related to the problem howeverthe lady on the tv show stated she had been having transmission trouble.”
NHTSA complaint #702191, filed 1999-01 - Seat belts
Middle-row seat belt anchor releases
- 153 complaints (22%)
- typically at 5.0 yrs old
- 5 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 1995–2001
Owners report the safety belt anchor for the centre rear seat, right-hand side, coming unhooked from the floor anchor while the belt is in use, and several mention a broken spring clip. Complaints also describe the release button sticking or the belt only latching partway. Some owners say dealers were aware but the repair was not made or parts were unavailable. Mostly reported on vehicles several years old; mileage is rarely given in these reports.
Recall 97V149000Recall 97V148000
What to check: Ask whether the buckle and centre rear anchor recalls were completed. Physically pull on each middle-row belt and anchor hook to confirm it stays latched, and check that the buckle release button moves freely.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The seat belt on the right side in the middle of the vehicle, the hook disengages from the metal floor anchor. This problem occurs while the vehicle is in motion and while the seat is being occupied. The spring clip is broken and has not been replaced by the dealer. Please add any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #811390, filed 1997-04“Ea97005, safety belt anchorage failure. The safety belt anchorage releases frequently when belt is in use. Vehicle was purchased in may of 92. The spring clip is broken. Dealer is aware of problem.”
NHTSA complaint #811913, filed 1997-05 - Body and structure
Liftgate strut and hinge bolts breaking
Mentioned in 7 of 60 sampled complaints
Owners report the bolts holding the rear liftgate gas struts snapping, so the liftgate will not stay open or falls shut, and some describe repeated strut replacements. Others mention door hinge fasteners working loose. Complaints also note that recall repairs were done with washers only, or that parts were not available when an appointment was made. Reported across a wide mileage range, from roughly 97,000 to 150,000 miles and beyond, usually on older vehicles after many years of use.
What to check: Open and close the liftgate several times and check the strut mounting bolts and body area for looseness, cracks or missing washers; ask whether the liftgate strut recall was performed.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“On 21 february 2003, the bolt used to attach the right strut to the body and the rear liftgate broke not allowing the rear liftgate to open. A review of recalls for my model of vehicle (1992 Plymouth Voyager) on the NHTSA complaints database disclosed recall # 97v079000. The recall summary advised that owner notifications began during august 1997. I was never notified of this recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10007949, filed 2003-02, 97,630 miles“Recall 97v079000 chrysler//liftgate support bracket; owner feels that the corrective action does not justify recall. The washer were replaced two years ago. Now the bolts need to be replaced because of breakage and the dealer is charging $162.00 to correct problem. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #858079, filed 2000-03 - Steering
Power steering loss and steering wheel lock-up
Mentioned in 6 of 60 sampled complaints
Complaints describe the steering suddenly becoming very heavy at speed, with the wheel hard to turn, and in some cases the steering wheel locking during a turn. Owners report a dealer diagnosis of a broken clock spring, which was also linked to the airbag light staying on and the horn not working. Intermittent loss of assist is also mentioned. Reported at higher mileage, including around 160,000 miles, on vehicles many years old.
Recall 96V229000Recall 92V015000
What to check: Turn the wheel through its full range with the engine running and listen for noise or binding, and confirm the airbag warning light goes out and that the horn works. Ask whether the steering wheel or column bolt recalls were completed.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Steering wheel locked up while making a right turn at 15 MPH. Vehicle towed to dealer, and informed consumer that clock spring broke and caused wheel to lock up, and air bag light to come on.”
NHTSA complaint #877569, filed 2001-01“While vehicle was at stop light it was rearended by another vehicle traveling 60 MPH. Neither air bag deployed, and driver's/passenger's seatbacks collapsed backwards upon impact.”
NHTSA complaint #812292, filed 1997-05
Buying note. On this model year, focus on the brakes and seat belts first, since those are what owners write about most, and confirm which recalls were actually performed rather than just received. Service records for the transmission and liftgate struts, plus a careful high-mileage test drive, will tell you more than the odometer alone.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 701 consumer complaints for the 1992 Plymouth Voyager. 21 of the complaints include a mileage, and 19% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 123,000 miles. Of all complaints, 29 involved a crash, 12 a fire, 24 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 9 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.
- Seat belts169 24%
- Brakes162 23%
- Body and structure77 11%
- Engine cooling64 9.1%
- Steering53 7.6%
- Air bags27 3.9%
- Electrical system27 3.9%
- Latches, locks and linkages19 2.7%
Also reported: Seats (18), Fuel system (15), Equipment (13), Vehicle speed control (11), Suspension (8), Tires (7), Other or unknown (6), Exterior lighting (5), Wheels (4).
Example complaints
Seat belts: “While driving at 20 MPH had direct frontal impact, the driver's air bag did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant in this accident. The passenger's rear seat belt, in which the css was strapped, unbuckled, causing the css to flip over resulting in injuries. Causes unknown. .et.”
NHTSA complaint #828957, filed 1998-10Brakes: “Dt: the contact stated there was NHTSA recall 96v099000 involving the anti lock brakes. The vehicle was repaired accordingly to the recall. He felt though the recall repairs have not corrected the problem because the vehicle continued to have anti lock brake problems. . There have been no further repairs due to the expense.”
NHTSA complaint #10142407, filed 2005-11, 75,500 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Axle was replaced 3 times-now it's making noise again. Technician checked and found trans/ differential problem. Looseness in differential section of trans caused problem w/axle. Also recommend replacing transmission and motor mounts. Too much play is causing stress on axle.”
NHTSA complaint #10005705, filed 2003-02, 145,943 milesBody and structure: “1992 Plymouth grand Voyager se has peeling paint. The peeling paint has caused windshield loose and has become a safety hazard (they're not supposed to come loose in a crash). The most recent windshield replacement has shown rust starting to form around the paint.”
NHTSA complaint #10160682, filed 2006-06, 114,756 milesMileage when problems were reported
19% of the 21 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 75,500 and 142,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1992 Plymouth Voyager. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voyager · sedan | not rated | 4 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1992 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/Grand Voyager 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Voyager/Grand Voyager 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 26 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Voyager/Grand Voyager 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Voyager/Grand Voyager 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Voyager/Grand Voyager 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Voyager/Grand Voyager 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
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
- 99V189000Jul 16, 1999Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › LinkagesCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993, Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993 +2 more
Vehicle description: minivans. The left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
- 97V148000Sep 9, 1997Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993, Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993 +2 more
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. Covers on the solid stalk mounted seat belt buckles can become dislodged causing the release button to stick inside the cover. The buckle would then be only partially latched.
- 97V149000Sep 9, 1997Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993, Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993 +2 more
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. The center rear seat, right outboard side, safety belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position.
- 97V079000May 16, 1997Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strutCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1992, Dodge Caravan 1992, Chrysler Town And Country 1992 +2 more
The bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. If the bolt is loose, the gas strut is over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles is higher than for the…
- 96V229000Nov 18, 1996Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1991–1992, Dodge Caravan 1991–1992, Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1992 +4 more
The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
- 96V099000Jun 13, 1996Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipCovers: Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993, Dodge Dynasty 1990–1993, Chrysler NEW Yorker 1990–1993 +7 more
The abs hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
See all 9 recalls for the 1992 Plymouth Voyager → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE92004Steering shaft separationsClosed · Jan 9, 1992
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1992 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
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Plymouth Voyager?
Complaints on this model year centre on the anti-lock brake system, where owners describe the pedal going to the floor or the ABS warning light staying on, and on seat belt anchors in the middle row that let go. The issues reported most often: ABS pedal to the floor / brake warning light; Transmission failure and harsh shifting; Middle-row seat belt anchor releases.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 Plymouth Voyager have?
NHTSA recorded 701 consumer complaints for the 1992 Plymouth Voyager as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 Plymouth Voyager is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 169 complaints (24% of the total), followed by brakes with 162.
Has the 1992 Plymouth Voyager been recalled?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Plymouth Voyager get?
The EPA rates the 1992 Plymouth Voyager (Voyager/Grand Voyager 2WD, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 Plymouth Voyager reported?
Among the 21 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 123,000 miles and the middle half falls between 75,500 and 142,000 miles; 19% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.