2003 Chrysler Voyager Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2020 · 32 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Voyager years
Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 16 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Chrysler Voyager. That ranks 3rd out of 16 Voyager model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (8 complaints, 25%), typically at around 70,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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A 2020 Chrysler Voyager LXI in Velvet Red Pearlcoat. This Voyager is equipped with the 3.6L V6 engine, and assembled in Windsor, Ontario.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 Chrysler Voyager problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System8 · ~70,000 mi
Exterior Lighting5 · ~55,500 mi
Air Bags4 · ~142,900 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling4 · ~1,734 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4 · ~30,567 mi
Steering4 · ~18,367 mi
Structure4 · ~19,000 mi
Power Train2 · ~66,000 mi
Suspension2 · ~23,867 mi
Visibility2 · ~6,367 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System825%70,000——
Exterior Lighting516%55,500——
Air Bags413%142,900——
Engine and Engine Cooling413%1,734——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic413%30,567——
Steering413%18,367——
Structure413%19,000——
Power Train26%66,000——
Suspension26%23,867——
Visibility26%6,367——
Fuel System, Gasoline13%1,734——
Seat Belts13%———
Unknown or Other13%79,000——
Vehicle Speed Control13%230,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 6 complaints
2003: 6200362004: 3200432005: 6200562006: 1200612007: 3200732008: 1200812010: 2201022011: 5201152012: 1201212014: 1201412015: 1201512017: 1201712020: 120201

n = 32 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2003 Chrysler Voyager recalls (1)

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Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connectionsAug 5, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V386000 · 681,000 vehicles

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.

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

  • Engine Stall After Refueling (DP14002) — opened Sep 5, 2014, closed Apr 6, 2015.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Reverse lights do not work. Told by 2 mechanics that chrysler had repaired via recall or letters in past. I was told this is a routine problem with the car. This is a major safety issue and should be covered.

Exterior Lighting · received Oct 12, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11363963

So i was driving down the road and i heard a noise from the rear end of the van mind you the speed limit is 45mph here. I drive it to the nearest shop to have them look at it , they came in and told me i'm lucky to have made it this far as ( the rear chassis has broke! ) this is a safety issue and…

Structure · received Aug 8, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11013795

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler voyager. While driving 35 mph, the vehicle shook and failed to accelerate over 50 mph. The vehicle felt as if it would stall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was an electrical cable failure that ran through the…

Electrical System · received Sep 2, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10761117

Our van model / year isn't listed under the ignition switch recall, but we have the identical issue; you can remove the key in any position - whether the motor is running, or is on accessory. *tr

Electrical System · received Jul 1, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10607488

Headlights and all inside lighting flicker while driving. Dealer replaced alt. And batt. Still flickers while driving. *tr

Exterior Lighting · received Jan 22, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10444830

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chrysler Voyager?

Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, air bags problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 8 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Chrysler Voyager?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2003 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 2003 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.