Plymouth Voyager loss of power problems

Filed Sep 11, 2013 · Steering · 160,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 plymouth voyager. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH there was a loss of power steering without any warning. The steering wheel became extremely difficult to maneuver. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was not repaired nor was the failure diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Dec 29, 2012 · Steering · 133,000 miles · MN

Losing power steering from bumpy roads and during bad weather. This happened three times within a 30 day period... ...first, while changing lanes in city I noticed that the power steering was hard when I made a right turn, had to keep going with traffic, when I made the second right turn I realized that the steering was out...parked at destination...when I came out noticed something hanging under the van, upon further inspection I found out that it was a belt hanging but it was not broken...when the tow arrived he stated the power steering belt came off...at the auto shop he checked all pulleys and replaced the belt as he said it looked to be new still...I was on my way, no problem... ...second, while raining we went a good distance, 2 hour drive, returned and when parking noticed the hard steering, looked and yes belt off, since we knew what it was brother put back on... ...third, on the I-90/94 expressway in the snow, after stopping for gas about 15 mins on expressway steering got hard again, I rode trying to get to exit to stop, car began to reeve when I went over 40mph...finally car began to give out, all lights started blinking, motor just stopped...pulled over under a bridge called 911 they sent tow...at the shop he said belt came off probably when I went over snow at gas station (dec. 20, 2012 blizzard in wisconsin at this time)...all pulleys looked fine, he put belt back on...I rode straight 4 hours without stopping for fear this might happen again and it was getting cold and darker outdoors...finally at home to scared to drive any distance......will have it looked at beginning of new year 2013... ...would really like to know why this is not a recall when the steering can go out at anytime...this is very dangerous, especially for those of us that travel on expressways often...12.29.2012 [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Feb 23, 2012 · Steering · 185,000 miles · MD

Drove through a puddle. Serpentine belt fell off, causing loss of power steering. Completed repair as per tsb 07-02-99. Did not correct issue. A known issue with 1996 - 2000 plymouth/dodge caravans 3.3l and 3.8l. Very dangerous, happens on wet/snow conditions. Bottom third of harmnic balancer is not guarded from road moisture. Chrysler redesigned in 2001. Gates after market kit solves problem gat 38379k, cost $120-$220 with out labor. Does this meet the criteria for a recall?

Filed Nov 1, 2007 · Engine · 30,000 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chrysler voyager. While driving 15 MPH, the fan belt disengaged when driving through a puddle of water. The vehicle lost power. The dealer replaced the fan belt. The failure occurred on two occasions. The dealer stated that the water would cause the fan belt to hydroplane. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 119,000.

Filed Jul 20, 2007 · Engine · 75,000 miles · GA

Serpentine belt repeatedly comes off. Replacing idler pulley, tensioner pulley, and belt remedies the situation for 6 months or so. The problem is so prominent in other vehicles with the same engine that gates and goodyear sell a kit that will permanently fix chrysler's goof up. Failure results in loss of power steering and loss of battery charging. Vehicle continues to run until the battery dies.

Filed Jan 14, 2007 · Engine · OH

Light rain, wet roads, turning left after a stop, serpentine belt slipped off and lost all power steering control. Manhandled to a stop out of the way of traffic. This is the 3rd time the belt has come off in rain and loss of control is a real concern for myself and passengers as well as any vehicles in the area. 145+ other incidents noted on the www.carsurvey.org/viewcomments_review_64215.html link found by google. Someone will eventually be killed due to this design defect.

Filed Nov 17, 2006 · Electrical, Transmission · 113,000 miles · LA

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the power failed and the vehicle was coasted to a stop. When the vehicle was taken to the service dealer, the problem was identified as a failed PCM (power control module, which was replaced. Later, the air conditioning fuse blew. When the vehicle was returned to the service dealer, the problem was identified as worn wiring at the connection to the fuse box. The wiring was repaired, but the vehicle lost all power again, while driving 25 MPH. The vehicle was returned to the service dealer who determined that the wiring harness had failed and needed to be replaced, before further investigations could be made. The manufacturer was not alerted.

Filed Jun 29, 2006 · Electrical · DE

Dt*: the contact stated that the wiring harness for the airbags was causing a electrical issue that shorted out the ignition switch. There no events that lead up to the failure. The vehicle stalled and lost all power to the dashboard. There was no accident.

Filed Apr 11, 2005 · Engine · 82,569 miles · GA

Engine became very hot when drove accidentally through a puddle after a large rain. Had to replace the serpentine belt, was told by mechanic that this happens alot to this particular vehicle because of the one belt controlling so many pulleys/whatevers in the van. Shortly there after the engine had clicking noises & was told the lifters had collasped. The van had plenty of oil & water, all filters were updated too. The van developed an oil and transmission fluid leak. We treated this van like a family member- with loving care. Driving on to see family on easter weekend, our van suddenly lost power. We were stranded. The mechanic told us our engine had seized & didn't understand why since we had plenty of oil. The van is too young & has minimal miles on it to have had this happen!

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Steering · 33,000 miles · IL

The seals on the plymouth voyager air compressor erode during routine use and can cause the compressor to seize resulting in the powered steering system locking up. There is no mention of this problem or its remedy in the plymouth maintenance manuals and it is virtually undetectable by routine maintenance of the vehicle. Serious accidents may result from loss of power steering.