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Transmission died once and was replaced, and will need a new one again within the next 7000 miles.
Water pump had to be replaced.
Power window on the driver's side doesn't function properly.
Power locks don't always work.
Keys no longer work in the sliding door.
Goes through brake pads very quickly.
Starter had to be replaced.
Air conditioning o-rings had to be replaced.
Burns oil.
Power steering doesn't function properly.
My sister in law had the same model of van... similar problems.
My dad had a friend with 2 of the same types of van... similar problems.
Own a 1995 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE.
Repairs: (excluding brakes every 12,000 miles) throttle body cleaned (twice), tune-ups, spark plug wires, shutter in the transmission - double flush, defective rotors (not covered), tires (every 12,000 -15,000), etc.
Replaced transmission - 12,273 miles - $2500.00.
Belt tensioner and belt - 46,549 miles - 131.00.
Rear bearing frozen - 50,101 miles - 387.00 - hub, bearing, spindle, seal, (brakes separate).
A/C replaced - 49,927 miles - 1239.00 - (evaporator, compressor, etc).
Rear window motor replaced - 49,927 miles - 114.00.
Starter replaced - 64,978 miles - 253.00.
Rear window motor (other side) - 64,978 miles - 116.00.
Power seat cable replaced - 65,946 miles - 174.00.
Belt tensioner and belt (again) - 69,483 miles - 125.00.
Water pump replaced - 69,483 miles - 165.00.
A/C replace (again) - 69,907 miles - 1287.00 - (evaporator, compressor, etc).
Total: 6491.00.
Fortunately, all covered under bumper to bumper warranty (best $750.00 extended warranty I purchased).
1995 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE 3.3L.
Within 45K miles of easy, no load driving:
Brake pad blown - rotor trashed.
Break pads worn every 12K miles.
Serpentine belt tensioner seized.
Rear window motor dead.
Gas gauge infrequently doesn't work.
Transmission seals blown.
Incredible amount of rattles and squeaks.
Exhaust donut ring replaced 4 times.
EGR unit went dead.
Transmission went dead.
Out of 12 vehicles I've owned, I've never had any more problems than worn brake pads (after 30K miles or more) or a hole in the muffler. This is the most unreliable vehicle I've ever had, bar none. Service costs are incredible. I wish I'd never purchased it, and will evangelize all my friends to NEVER buy a Chrysler product - EVER!!!
I own a 1992 Plymouth Grand Voyager.
I have replaced Transmission $1500.00
Wheel cylinder's, Brake line's, Front brake Pad's three time's
in two year's rear shoes three times.two starters.
I wouldn't own another Chrysler Product. When I was younger
that was all I ever owned..
Yeah, I own a 1994 voyager. NO Problems. I've done > 150,000 miles - no trans replace, no engine problems, no oil problems, no nothing problems.
The Plymouth Grand Voyager is great. I own a 1990 model, and it has been nothing but great to me. Especially the nitrous oxide in it. When I race these young'ns with their sports cars, I blow them away in my mini-van.
I have a 1994 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE 3.3 liter. It has been by far the best van I have ever owned. I bought it 2.5 years ago with 225,000 kilometers on it. It now has 310,000 kilometers.
I have painted it and replaced the original transmission at 300,000 km. I have also replaced an egr valve. The A/C has never worked since I have owned it.
All in all a nice riding van with lots of room. We even drove it to Florida and back (5,000 km) with this kind of high mileage on it.
You just wait,, You'll start having problems too!!
I guarantee it!!
I have a 1992 Plymouth Voyager. It was previously my parents' car and they owned it since new. It's got 173,000 miles on it and it's still running strong. It burns a little oil- about a quart every 1700 miles. This started very abruptly and has not increased in amount since it started so I believe this is related to a common valve problem with the 3.0L engine around 170k.
The amount of original equipment on this car is amazing. The transmission was rebuilt around 145k. The oxygen sensor has been replaced twice, once at 77k and the other at 170k. The A/C had a leak in it once, which was repaired under warranty. It's been blowing cold ever since.
I also own a 1996 Pontiac Grand Am which hasn't been nearly as reliable (see: "It's never had a problem that's left me stranded, but a $$$ eater" under the Grand Am section if you're interested) for me. I will use the Grand Am since the 4 cylinder in that car is much better for gas mileage, but the Voyager will be the car I use around town, for road trips, and for commuting when the Grand Am has it's once a month breakdown.
I own a 94 (157K) Dodge Caravan 3.0 and 3 speed auto and have had very little trouble with it since I bought it new. My 4th year it had a small tranny problem with it vibrating under power in reverse. Consequently I couldn't reverse up steep grades. (Warranty coverage) I have had 4 tranny fluid and filter changes (approx every 30k $80.00 average) and have had no problems since. Wish that lock-up would be set at a higher speed than at 68kmh. 80 kms would be a lot more sensible
I have had a water leak for the last 4 years that soaks my carpet on the front pas-side. I have yet to find where it comes from. Anyone have this problem? Answer? Stinky!
I am now experiencing POWER STEERING PROBLEMS with the power cutting in and out. No rhyme or reason when it acts up. Always did have sticky point when cold.
Other problems were:
= stock cassette radio:replaced once and now installed with after market c/d player + speakers. BIG IMPROVEMENT
=Power tailgate not working:I cleaned switch on dash.
=Horns gave out:Replaced from Wreckers yard.
I still have the original (complete including muffler) exhaust system and rear brake linings. I have done the plugs twice (myself) and ignition system once at 140K =leads, cap+rotor. Rad coolant twice, Thermostat once (stayed stuck open).Fuel filter twice. Air filters every two years and cleaned every other.
Since April of this year I switched from reg fuel to mid-grade because the engine started pinging under load up hills and lacking power. Big difference
Over all it has done it's job and am quite pleased with it. Those built in baby seats are what sold me to buy. $20,00k well spent on this 10 year old mini-van. BcJake
The leaking on the drivers side may be associated with A/C use, if this is the case, there is an A/C drain on the bulkhead that gets blocked each season on my '97. I reach in with my finger, wiggle a little, and lots of water comes gushing out, within a few days the carpet is dry!!
Overall my Grand Voyager has been great, 135,000 miles, just now having EGR valve replaced.
I own a 1994 Voyager. NO problems. with 128,000 miles - no trans problem, no engine problems, I love it.
I have had my 1995 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE for over 2 years now, and have rebuilt the transmission at 143,000 miles due to past owners not fixing a leak and running it low on fluid.
New radiator at 150,000 miles due to a small leak. Other than that, just a alignment and oil changes. These are great dependable vans, you just have to maintain them like any car. Oh yeah, it leaks about a quart between oil changes, not a big deal for having 152,000 miles and climbing!
I own a 1994 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE 3.0 L engine and it has 179,000 miles on it. I bought it used at 125,000miles and it has been a very reliable vehicle for us. I have had to replace the timing belt at 178,000 miles along with the water pump and it continues to run really good. I do the oil changes and add Lucas oil to keep the pistons well lubricated. I also replaced the headliner a week ago. Pretty decent car, but wouldn't want to get another one. I would probably get a Honda Pilot or the Toyota Sienna for my next vehicle purchase.
This is for the man who found a water leak in front right side. I had that problem with a pickup truck I had. The little radiator for the heating system with a plastic or metal cover over it is mounted on the firewall. As regular radiators and HOSES do leak on occasion you just need to change this unit. DUI for under $45 I should think.. To locate it open hood and look for the 2 hoses that go thru firewall. Might be a bit difficult on some cars. remove hoses and plug them. tie them UP with wire so they won't lose coolant. Remove cover from under dash and remove small radiator and replace. Close up and leak will be gone.
I own a 1993 Plymouth Grand Voyager. It has 199,300 miles on it today. It had a lot of problems prior to when I bought it at 55,000 miles as the previous owner gave me the car's history. After I bought it, within a week the transmission broke down and I had to get it replaced under extended warranty at the dealership.
It had other some other problems that my extended warranty took care of before 70,000 miles, e.g. the AIG motor (?) broke down.
The 2nd transmission was replaced again after another 104,000 miles but this seems normal.
The car burns some oil, about 1 quart in 1,500 miles.
There are a few little things that don't work now due to age, nothing major.
At about 160,000 miles the Check Engine light came on from time to time and I would break down on the road, the dealerships couldn't figure it out, eventually I diagnosed it and changed out the thermostat and the light will now come on maybe a few times a year (I drive about 13,000 miles a year) due to a different problem, but when it dies the engine code is absent so I can just restart the engine and give it gas and it drives off again. I still don't know what that problem is and the light usually comes on when I am driving slowly or stopped, within the first few miles.
After the 70,000 break in period the minivan has been reliable and from time to time I take it on long distance trips, 1000+ miles round trip.
It is really a comfortable and fun car to drive in and I plan keep driving it. I have a hard time parting with it after driving it for 13 years.