Dt: the contact stated there were several safety defects within vehicle. The service dealer attempted to repair the vehicle numerous times. There was a problem with the defrosting system, the air conditioning belt, heater core, and heater blower, they were all replaced. The replacement of these parts did not solve the defrosting problem. The steering column shook while driving at normal speeds. The dealer has not been able to diagnose the source of the steering vibration. There was a squeaking noise in the brakes. The dealer said this was normal because the vehicle was not in use for a long period of time. The dealer indicated the noise would end with normal use, but the noise continued. *ak updated 12/7/2005 -
Plymouth Voyager grinding brakes problems
38 of the 4,779 owner complaints about the Plymouth Voyager describe grinding or squealing brakes, most of them for the 1996 model year.
- owner complaints
- 38
- worst model year
- 1996
- typical mileage
- 46,000
Is there a fix? There are 5 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
ABS 5Transmission failure 2Won't shift 2Steering noise 2Power steering loss 2Brake failure 2Wipers 1Premature wear 1
What owners say
The ABS braking system malfunctioned. As a result, when applying the brakes a squeaking noise was heard. Also, a hesitation before the brakes worked.
At 20 and 50k miles, the consumer noticed that while making a turn and placing the vehicle in reverse a grinding noise was heard. The vehicle would not shift into reverse. The dealership stated the transmission needed replacement. Vehicle is now on its third transmission. *la both transmission failure were due to a broken differential pin. A new transmission was placed in the vehicle at 22k and 55k miles by the dealer. The transmission was also flushed. *sc
1999 plymouth grand voyager I bought it on 11-16-01, it had 32739. 5/03 it started to squeal under the hood then I was driving and the belt broke so I had it towed. They replaced the belt. Then about 1 1/2 weeks later the same thing happened so I took it to the bill walsh in streator illinois where I purchased it and they put a new belt on. Around 5/10 I started hearing the squealing so they checked the pullies and replaced the belt. The squealing stopped and about 3 weeks later again the squealing started. The same thing as last time, they replaced the belt squealing stopped. It starts squealing again. So instead of bringing it back for another repeat(big mistake) I drove it with the squealing until 2/10/04 when I heard a big clunking sound under the hood and it was half the belt breaking. It wore through so they replaced belts again and charged me $140.86. The clunking started so I called them and they couldn't get the van in for 2 days so I had to miss more days off work because they said they didn't have a vehicle for me to drive. So again they checked everything and said the power steering pulley pump was crooked on the bracket so they adjusted it and put another belt on. Well I was still calm and on 3/11/04 again I was on my way to work and I heard the thumping under the hood so after what happened last time I turned around and went straight to the dealer and nicely asked them to get a car so I could get to work. They did lend me one and they changed the belt again this time they changed the belt tensioner and they tried to make me pay for the tensioner saying they would split the cost with me. I pay for the tensioner, they pay for labor & belt and so I told them no, he said he would talk to his boss when he did call me back he said they would pay the bill under goodwill for customer satisfaction. My van has only 68056 miles on it and its VIN # is[xxx] *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Vehicle vibrated when backing out or slowing down. This was accompanied by a grinding noise. Dealer was contacted.
Consumer started vehicle and proceeded to put it into drive. When he heard a grinding noise coming from the front. Consumer went to investigate the noise, and noticed that front driver's side tire fell off. Had vehicle towed to dealer.
I had to replace 5 serpentine belts and 2 fan belts in the past 2 years, along with the pulleys twice. The alignment was checked to. But for some reason it keeps happening. I call a dealership where I bought the vehicle and they said no recall on this year but on the 1995, I told them that my car was made oct. 1995. I didn't have work done at the dealer since I couldn't get time off from work. So I used a shop near my job. The van is making the same noise again that it makes before the belt fails, a chripping and squeal
1996 plymouth voyager ;when ignition key is switch to on.front windshield wiper will turn on for a brief period and power door lock makes like a grinding noise.note the engine has not been crank and started yet and all the switches has been off and not touch at all.eventually a few days after incident some switches to the HVAC fan has not been working and the factory stereo eventually malfunction.you cannot tune the am/fm tuner it stays in 1 station.the automatic transmission at times wont shift and other times will shift without problem.the minivan has 48.500 miles only.I brought it to the dealer at mall chysler and they recomended transmission fluid replacement and replace clock spring,and repair fluel rail-injection.there is no change in the transmission shift,it still occasionally refuses to shift at times noticing the tach needle going at 4,000rpm with speed of only 30-40mph.the symptoms remains with wiper having a mind of its own turning on when inginition is on.another prolem comes up after I brought van to the dealer.occasionally interior lights will come on when I'm driving.also head gasket leaking.I hope chrysler will help me.
Tension pulley broke, causing vehicle to shut down. Vehicle cannot operate without tension pulley. Prior to vehicle malfunctioning, it started making a squeaking noise. Part has been replaced 6 times ,going 7 times. Dealer was aware and was inspecting ehicle. Please provide more information.
Consumer states that the airbag illuminated, then consumer states the horn does not work, when turning steering wheel there is a clicking grinding noise. Consumer found a recall for the same problem on clockspring. Please provide any further information. Nlm
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The anti-lock brake system high pressure pump may be porous which will result in brake fluid leakage.
- Risk
- Fluid leakage eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the ABS high pressure pump and high pressure hose if the last six digits of the bar code label on the pump are between 052300 and 059262.
Recall number 92V030000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.
- Risk
- Fluid discharge eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the ABS high pressure hose with a hose of different design and construction.
Recall number 91V191000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
- What is wrong
- The brake pedal pad attachment to the pedal arm may not have adequate strength due to mislocation of welds, and could break.
- Risk
- Failure of the pedal pad to pedal arm attachment resultsin loss of braking ability, and could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace inadequate brake pedals with properly manufactured pedals.
Recall number 91V170000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: differential proportional valve
- What is wrong
- Incorrect screws may have been used in installing the load sensing brake proportioning valve to its bracket causing the clamping load to be less than intended.
- Risk
- This could result in inconsistent front to rear brakebalance with potential for rear brake skid under heavy braking conditions.
- Remedy
- Replace proportioning valve to bracket screws with proper length screws.
Recall number 90V145000 · Recall details
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Which Plymouth Voyager years have grinding or squealing brakes problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1996 (11 complaints), 1994 (7 complaints) and 1997 (7 complaints).
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