2002 Chrysler VOYAGER: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
89 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
46,340 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2002 model year. Data snapshot: . 52 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Air Bags is the most frequently named component, appearing in 13 of 89 complaints (14.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 18 | 20.2% |
| Transmission and shifting | 9 | 10.1% |
| Steering behavior | 9 | 10.1% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 6 | 6.7% |
| Fuel system concerns | 3 | 3.4% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 2.2% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 13 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission | 8 |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 |
Air Bags: 13; Fuel/Propulsion System: 11; Electrical System: 10; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module: 9; Service Brakes: 9; Power Train:Automatic Transmission: 8; Air Bags:Frontal: 5; Service Brakes, Hydraulic: 5
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 11 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 18 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 14 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 3 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 3 |
| 150,000 and above | 3 |
Under 25,000: 11; 25,000 to 49,999: 18; 50,000 to 74,999: 14; 75,000 to 99,999: 3; 100,000 to 149,999: 3; 150,000 and above: 3
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (18). 37 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 |
2001: 1; 2002: 12; 2003: 14; 2004: 11; 2005: 10; 2006: 7; 2007: 10; 2008: 6; 2011: 2; 2012: 1; 2015: 2; 2016: 1; 2018: 7; 2019: 1; 2022: 2; 2023: 2
Pattern summary
Air Bags leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 18 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 9 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 9 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10003213 · 2003-01-22 (January 22, 2003)
I HAVE A CHRYSLER VOYAGER IT WAS HIT IN THE FRONT, THE RESON IAM REPORTEING TO YOU IS THAT MY AIRBAGS DID NOT POP OUT OF THE STERINGWHEEL WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SO BADLE HIT AND A15 YEAR OLD BOY WAS HURT,I CALLED THE REPAIR SHOP AND THE GENTLEMEN SAID THE VAN WAS FIXED, AND I TOLD HIM THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT OPEN PROPER AND HE TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS 3 MODULES HE ALSO SAID THAT IF ALL 3 MODULES WHERE NOT HIT THE AIRBAGS WOULD NOT OPEN,NOW EXPLAN TOO ME PLEASE WITH THIS MUCH FRONTEND DAMEGE,BUMPER,FRONT 136.00,COVER BUMPER,FRONT 455.00,RET,FRTBU…
Owner-reported narrative. 23,363 miles reported. Look up ODI 10003213 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10003344 · 2003-01-24 (January 24, 2003)
THE VEHICLE (CHRYSLER VOYAGER 2002) HAD A TOTAL FAILURE OF ITS POWER STEERING AND REQUIRES COMPLETE REPLACEMENT OF STEERING RACK. THE VEHICLE IS STILL OUT OF SERVICE EVEN AFTER 11 DAYS
Owner-reported narrative. 4,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10003344 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10004428 · 2003-01-22 (January 22, 2003)
CONSUMER STATES HAVING PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG LIGHT CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATING. DEALER HAS CORRECTED 5 TIMES, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO OCCUR. TS
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10004428 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10004467 · 2003-01-22 (January 22, 2003)
WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH ON THE HIGHWAY ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED INTO THE CONSUMER AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. TS
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10004467 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10008310 · 2003-03-01 (March 1, 2003)
POWER STEERING HOSE FAILED. *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 5,504 miles reported. Look up ODI 10008310 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10012513 · 2003-03-26 (March 26, 2003)
WHILE ACCELERATING THE ENGINE LOST POWER. *NLM
Owner-reported narrative. 9,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10012513 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10016564 · 2003-04-27 (April 27, 2003)
ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, WE HAVE FOUND OUR INFANT DAUGHTER'S SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED WITH NO EXPLANATION AS TO THE CAUSE SINCE WE ARE OBSESSIVE ABOUT SEAT-BELT USE. WE HAVE GEN 3 SEATBELTS ON THE REAR SEATS OF OUR 2002 VOYAGER MINIVAN. WE BELIEVE THE BASE TO HER CAR SEAT MAY BE ENOUGH TO UNBUCKLE HER EASILY OPENED SEAT BELT. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS! THE SPRING LOADED SEAT BELT BUCKLE CAN OPEN WITH THE SLIGHTEST AMOUNT OF FORCE. *NLM
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10016564 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10018026 · 2003-05-02 (May 2, 2003)
WHILE DRIVING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEWOUT. *NLM
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10018026 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
3 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
01V310000 · Child Seat
Reported: 2001-10-04 (October 4, 2001)
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.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗04V386000 · Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections
Reported: 2004-08-05 (August 5, 2004)
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.
Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗04V531000 · Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
Reported: 2004-11-02 (November 2, 2004)
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.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A SPEAKER FIRE.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗