Model year record

1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager

9 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 922 owner complaints on file.

Plymouth Grand Voyager, 1996–2000 generation
Pictured: the 1996–2000 generation. Bull-Doser, Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 02V293000

Air bags: frontal

Component
Air bags: frontal
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
1,500,521
Reported to NHTSA
2002-11-07
Owners notified
2002-11-18

Defect description

ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN WOUND INCORRECTLY DURING THE VEHICLE ASSEMBLY PROCESS.

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 00V268000

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system

Component
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
1,163,000
Reported to NHTSA
2000-09-13
Owners notified
2002-01-25

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 99V216000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

Component
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
635,469
Reported to NHTSA
1999-08-09
Owners notified
2000-01-09

Defect description

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. FUEL CAN LEAK FROM THE FUEL TANK AT THE INTERFACE OF THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ATTACHMENT.

Safety risk

IF A FUEL LEAK OCCURS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ATTACHING NUT WITH A NUT THAT INCLUDES TIGHTER DESIGN TOLERANCES. THE SEALING O-RING WILL ALSO BE REPLACED.

Recall campaignNHTSA 98V185000

Child seat

Component
Child seat
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
157,000
Reported to NHTSA
1998-08-06
Owners notified
1998-11-30

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

THIS CAN CAUSE DIFFICULTY IN RELEASING A CHILD FROM THE RESTRAINT.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 96V136000

Seat belts: integrated child seat

Component
Seat belts: integrated child seat
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
200
Reported to NHTSA
1996-07-18
Owners notified
1996-08-27

Defect description

THE BOLTS WHICH SECURE THE INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT MODULES TO THE SEAT FRAME CAN BREAK.

Safety risk

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO THE OCCUPANT.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT MODULE BOLTS.

Recall campaignNHTSA 96V002000

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap

Component
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
265,000
Reported to NHTSA
1996-01-16
Owners notified
1996-02-16

Defect description

A STATIC ELECTRIC CHARGE CAN BUILD UP ON THE UNGROUNDED METAL SECTION OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE.

Safety risk

THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A SPARK TO OCCUR WHEN FUELING THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY IGNITE THE FUEL VAPORS.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND STRAP FOR THE FUEL FILLER TUBE.

Recall campaignNHTSA 96V006000

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline

Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
40,000
Reported to NHTSA
1996-01-11
Owners notified
1996-04-22

Defect description

IN CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD OIL GALLEY PLUG DOES NOT SEAL PROPERLY AND ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD OIL IS NOT ADEQUATELY RETAINED.

Safety risk

INADEQUATE SEALING AND RETENTION OF THE PLUG CAN RESULT IN OIL LEAKAGE WHICH COULD CAUSE A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN EXPANSION PLUG AND RETAINING BRACKET OVER THE CYLINDER HEAD OIL GALLEY PLUG.

Recall campaignNHTSA 95V236000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Component
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
80,000
Reported to NHTSA
1995-12-08
Owners notified
1996-01-02

Defect description

THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE CAN ALLOW FUEL TO PASS INTO THE VAPOR CANISTER RESULTING IN THE POTENTIAL FOR FUEL LEAKAGE.

Safety risk

FUEL LEAKAGE INCREASES THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE WITH A FILLER TUBE THAT HAS AN ADDITIONAL ROLLOVER VALVE. THE ASSOCIATED ROLLOVER VALVE VAPOR HOSES WILL BE REROUTED.

Recall campaignNHTSA 95V225000

Seats

Component
Seats
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
20,000
Reported to NHTSA
1995-11-28
Owners notified
1996-02-12

Defect description

THE BOLTS WHICH SECURE THE REAR BENCH SEATS TO THE SEAT RISERS MAY BE EMBRITTLED AND FRACTURE.

Safety risk

IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT, THE BOLT MAY FAIL AND CAN CAUSE THE SEAT TO BREAK AWAY FROM THE SEAT RISERS, WHICH INCREASES THE POTENTIALOF INJURY TO ITS OCCUPANTS.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR BENCH SEAT TO RISER BOLTS.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Power train: automatic transmission8089,000 mi
Air bags76117,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly60—
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline5557,000 mi
Electrical system: horn4354,000 mi
Structure: body: door3289,000 mi
Vehicle speed control32—
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer30—
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip2778,000 mi
Electrical system1979,255 mi
Equipment: appliance: air conditioner1989,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch1830,968 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys1713,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash1560,000 mi
Unknown or other15600 mi
Child seat14—
Air bags: frontal1392,300 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine1385,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump11—
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system1160,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components11—
Steering: hydraulic power assist system11—
Power train1072,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system9—
Electrical system: ignition7—
Engine and engine cooling7108,000 mi
Exterior lighting: turn signal: switch7—
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar7—
Suspension: front: macpherson strut782,000 mi
Visibility: power window devices and controls7600 mi
Fuel system, gasoline6142,000 mi
Steering6600 mi
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor668,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring5—
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers5—
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control5—
Equipment: electrical: radio/tape deck/CD etc.5—
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery5—
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap58,000 mi
Seat belts: integrated child seat5—
Structure: body5—
Suspension: front580,000 mi
Tires5—
Electrical system: ignition: module4—
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood4—
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan4—
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assembly4—
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines4—
Power train: manual transmission4—
Seats: front assembly: recliner4—
Service brakes, hydraulic450,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder4—
Structure4100,000 mi
Vehicle speed control: cruise control454,000 mi
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring4—
Child seat: tether: strap/webbing3—
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery3—
Equipment: mechanical: accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift3—
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings3—
Seat belts: front: anchorage3—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc3—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: pads3—
Steering: rack and pinion354,000 mi
Structure: frame and members360,000 mi
Suspension354,000 mi
Suspension: front: springs: torsion bar3—
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system3—
Visibility: windshield3—
Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module2135,000 mi
Child seat: retractor2—
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator2—
Fuel/propulsion system2180,000 mi
Interior lighting2—
Latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/liftgate: lock230,968 mi
Parking brake2—
Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)2—
Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch2—
Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter276,415 mi
Power train: axle assembly2102,771 mi
Seats2130,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module2—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: drum2—
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate2—
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: heater core2—
Air bags: side/window1—
Child seat: harness buckle: infant1—
Child seat: harness retainer/chest clip1—
Electrical system: starter assembly1—
Engine1170,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings1126,819 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system1—
Equipment: electrical1120,000 mi
Exterior lighting1—
Exterior lighting: headlights120,000 mi
Exterior lighting: headlights: concealment devices178,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel rail1137,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: injectors1—
Fuel system, other: storage1—
Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly1—
Parking brake: conventional1—
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift1—
Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft: seal1—
Power train: driveline: differential unit172,000 mi
Power train: driveline: universal joint1—
Seat belts1—
Seat belts: front1157,000 mi
Seat belts: front: retractor1—
Seat belts: front: webbing1—
Seat belts: rear/other1—
Seats: front assembly: head restraint1130,000 mi
Service brakes1205,000 mi
Service brakes, air: drum: drum1—
Service brakes, air: drum: shoes/linings1—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper1—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor1—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: shoes/linings1—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: wheel cylinders1141,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist1—
Steering: column locking: anti-theft device1—
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)1—
Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump1—
Steering: linkages: arm: idler and attachment1—
Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments1—
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: hinge and attachments1—
Structure: body: hood: hinge and attachments1—
Structure: body: tailgate1150,000 mi
Suspension: front: control arm1—
Suspension: front: shock absorber1—
Suspension: front: wheel bearing150,000 mi
Suspension: rear1—
Suspension: rear: shock absorber1—
Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly1—
Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire1—
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal1—
Visibility/wiper1205,000 mi
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor1—

The 1995 model has 10 times as many complaints as this one. The 1997 model has 3 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

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All Plymouth Grand Voyager recalls by year

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