1998 Plymouth Voyager suspension problems

Filed Jan 31, 2015 · Suspension · WI

1998 plymouth voyager left and right front towers are consumed by corrosion exposing the strut assemblies and severely weakening the load bearing structure causing serious risk of strut tower failure as on or both struts will penetrate into the engine compartment causing the front of the vehicle to drop to the ground. Should such failure occur while the vehicle is in motion at highways speeds, loss of vehicle control will result, causing serious injury or death.

Filed May 25, 2011 · Body, Suspension · 140,000 miles · IL

1989 plymouth voyager left and right front towers are consumed by corrosion exposing the mcpherson strut assemblies and severely weakening the load bearing structure causing serious risk of strut tower failure as on or both struts will penetrate into the engine compartment causing the front of the vehicle to drop to the ground. Should such failure occur while the vehicle is in motion at highways speeds, loss of vehicle control will result, causing serious injury or death. This is a known defect covered by chrysler corporation in a technical service bulletin (tsb) labeling the problem as merely cosmetic.

Filed Oct 13, 2009 · Body, Suspension · 100,000 miles · OH

Front driver side strut tower rusted out and front tire falling off car.

Filed Oct 5, 2005 · Body, Suspension · WI

1998 plymouth voyager - strut is pushing through the strut tower on the driver's side. Excessive rust. Hasn't failed yet, but failure is imminent and would be very dangerous.

Filed Apr 22, 2005 · Suspension · 74,624 miles · OH

While checking under the hood, the right strut tower appeared to have an unusual amount of rust on top. A crack was then noticed. Mechanic stated it would have to be replaced and this was a common problem on this model. The original part was painted and rusted due to failure of paint. Needs to be totally replaced with new kit that corrects the problem. Failure of this part may result in loss of control and inability to steer the car. Poor engineering cited by mechanic. Prior models did not have this problem and manufacturer should step to provide this repair under an extended warranty since it is a very expense repair and part should never have cracked in the first place.

Filed Dec 7, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 99,569 miles · IL

Vehicle was shooting sparks from under the dashboard on the driver's side. Then, the brake lights and the dashboard lights could not be turned off. Mechanic had to turn the lights off by disconnecting or touching a wire. *ak the ses light remained illuminated while driving. The horn stopped working. The brake light became stuck and the brakes felt spongy. The interior lights failed intermittently. The rear door lock wouldn't work with the key. The right rear wheel bearings were noisy. One of the front tires had cord separation.

Filed Jul 15, 2004 · Suspension · WI

While driving the driver heard a loud noise coming from the front. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the front strut tower was crack and needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. This information was provide by craig mother mrs. Darlene henkey.

Filed Feb 4, 2004 · Suspension · FL

Vehicle vibrated when backing out or slowing down. This was accompanied by a grinding noise. Dealer was contacted.

Filed Jul 2, 2003 · Engine, Suspension · GA

The vehicle was improperly aligned causing the serpentine belt to break. Currently, the belt pretension needs replacing.

Filed Apr 22, 2003 · Body, Electrical · CO

The interior light did not come on. The drivers side window failed intermittently. The dash lights flickered. Occasionally the horn would fail. Metal fragment cut through the power steering and caused noise when steering. The door handle didn't open smoothly. The dealer replaced front struts and rear shock absorbers. Also, replaced leaking engine valve cover gasket, engine belt and tensioner. . *ak