2002 Chrysler Voyager Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Voyager years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Chrysler Voyager. That is the most of any Voyager model year in the database (16 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (26 complaints, 29%), typically at around 39,850 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 5 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations involving it.
- 89owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 5NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Chrysler Voyager problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 26 | 29% | 39,850 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 11 | 12% | 51,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 12% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 10 | 11% | 59,466 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 10% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 9 | 10% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 8% | 64,900 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 7% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 6 | 7% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 4% | 87,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 4% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 3% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 3% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 3% | 55,003 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2% | 50,050 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2% | 76,272 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Chrysler Voyager recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Problem: On certain mini vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.
Risk: This could result in a speaker fire.
Fix: Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall began on january 31, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Problem: On certain minivans equipped with 3.3 or 3.8l v-6 engine, the upper power steering cooler hose may split and cause a fluid leak.
Risk: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an under hood fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the upper power steering cooler hose. This recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Child seat
Problem: Vehicle description: certain mini vans fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner manuals supplied with these vehicles do not indicate which seating positions are equipped with tether anchorages and child restraint anchorage systems as required by the standard.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Fix: Owners will be provided with the necessary child restraint system information. Owner notification is expected to begin october 8, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free information within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Headlight malfunction (EA05009) — opened Jun 1, 2005, closed May 2, 2006.
- Headlight malfunction (PE05004) — opened Feb 2, 2005, closed Jun 1, 2005.
- Speaker fire in the rear of the vehicle (PE04049) — opened Jul 7, 2004, closed Nov 5, 2004, led to recall 04V531000.
- Power steering hose failure (PE03012) — opened Apr 9, 2003, closed May 29, 2003, led to recall 04V386000.
- Fuel tank leak (PE02068) — opened Sep 24, 2002, closed Oct 9, 2002, led to recall 02V274000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Purchased vehicle as second owner with 20k miles. Vehicle can go on FIRE. UNFIXABLE. Fuel rail leaking gas. Part recalled in 2002. No part in US OR CANADA.CANNOT PASS INSPECTION Electrical system goes crazy, dials hi to low Shifts out of gear UNDERCARRIAGE ROT THROUGH TO BRAKE, BUSHELS AND BARING…
I had over 40 Complaints with NHTSA. FUEL LEAK - vehicle can go on fire,fumes intoxicating in vehicle through vents..Every mechanic," VEHICLE CAN GO ON FIRE." 2.Electrical- All gages would go crazy while driving - had no idea what speed I was going. 3.3X All Brake fluid leaked out while driving…
This vehicle was purchased with 20,000 miles for $9,000, along with an extended warranty from Mopar for 10 years or 100,000 miles. This vehicle failed INSPECTION numerous years due too engine light being on. Large EVAP Leak and Small EVAP leak. 2. Fuel pump leaking gas. Told not to drive can go on…
I was driving to Florida, NY and suddenly had no BRAKES. This is 3rd time. The vehicle only has 74,000 miles on it. I HAVE PUT A MULTITUDE OF COMPLAINTS REGARDING THIS VEHICLE. I HAVE SUBMITTED AT LEAST 20 RECEIPTS FOR NOW 3X NO BRAKES. FUEL RAIL LEAK. UNFIXABLE. NO PARTS IN U.S. AND CANADA DUE TO…
SECOND TIME NO BRAKES. FIXED LAST YEAR. BRAKE FLUID LEAKS OUT GAS STILL LEAKING FROM CIRCULAR PIECE , NOT FIXABLE. PIECE WAS RECALLED ..MECHANIC SAYS CAR CAN CATCH ON FIRE. ONE TIRE WHICH HAS TO DO WITH BRAKE ISN'T TURNING BUT WEIGHT OF CAR CAN DRAG IT. WANTS TO BREAK BALL JOINTS, BEARINGS ...TO…
Other Chrysler Voyager years
← 2001 Voyager · 2003 Voyager →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Voyager | 0 | 4 |
| 2025 Voyager | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 Voyager | 1 | 7 |
| 2023 Voyager | 5 | 7 |
| 2022 Voyager | 5 | 5 |
| 2021 Voyager | 18 | 2 |
| 2020 Voyager | 13 | 1 |
| 2008 Voyager | 4 | 1 |
| 2007 Voyager | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Voyager | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 Voyager | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Voyager | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 Voyager | 32 | 1 |
| 2002 | 89 | 3 |
| 2001 Voyager | 80 | 2 |
| 2000 Voyager | 6 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chrysler Voyager?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 26 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Chrysler Voyager?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Chrysler Voyager a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Voyager model years, the 2002 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.