What are the most common Chrysler Voyager problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 330+ owner reports, the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager has 9 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 3.6L Pentastar Valvetrain Failure (Rocker Arm / Lifter Ticking, Misfire, Engine Damage), Side Curtain Airbag Defects (May Not Deploy / Insufficient Pressure) - Safety Recalls, 948TE 9-Speed Transmission Calibration Issues. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Chrysler Voyager reliable?
The 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager has 9 known issues documented across 330+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: 3.6L Pentastar Valvetrain Failure (Rocker Arm / Lifter Ticking, Misfire, Engine Damage) and Side Curtain Airbag Defects (May Not Deploy / Insufficient Pressure) - Safety Recalls. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Chrysler Voyager problems?
Repair costs for known Chrysler Voyager issues range from $0 to $6,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, 3.6L Pentastar Valvetrain Failure (Rocker Arm / Lifter Ticking, Misfire, Engine Damage), typically costs $1,500-$6,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What year Chrysler Voyager is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Chrysler Voyager. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager with 9 documented issues documented across 330+ owner reports.
What is the 2020-2021 Chrysler Voyager 3.6L Pentastar Valvetrain Failure (Rocker Arm / Lifter Ticking, Misfire, Engine Damage)?
The 3.6L Pentastar V6 has a documented valvetrain defect involving the rocker arms and their roller lift pins and the associated hydraulic lifters. The roller on a rocker arm can prematurely wear, loosen and drop, shifting the rocker out of alignment so it scrapes the camshaft an… Repairs typically run $1,500-$6,000. Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager Side Curtain Airbag Defects (May Not Deploy / Insufficient Pressure) - Safety Recalls?
The Voyager is covered by two separate NHTSA side-curtain airbag recalls. In the first (2020-2023 Voyager/Pacifica), a side curtain airbag electrical connector that was not properly secured may prevent the airbags from deploying in a crash (only about 3 Voyagers plus ~23 Pacifica… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager 948TE 9-Speed Transmission Calibration Issues?
The 948TE 9-speed automatic paired with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 has well-documented calibration issues. Hesitation during light-throttle acceleration, delayed 2nd-to-3rd upshifts, and shuddering under load. For 2023+, Chrysler introduced revised valve body and updated shift logic w… Repairs typically run $0-$3,000. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager Power Sliding Door Malfunction?
The power sliding doors fail to open, close, or reverse direction unexpectedly mid-travel. The door latch sensor, track motor, and wiring harness in the door jamb are common failure points on the budget-oriented Voyager. Repairs typically run $150-$600. Severity: medium.
What is the 2021 Chrysler Voyager Second-Row Seat-to-Floor Latch May Bind Open (LATCH/FMVSS 225 Recall Z22 / 22V-181)?
On 2021 Voyager (and 2021-2022 Pacifica) vehicles equipped with Easy Slide second-row bucket seats (sales code CY3), the second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch can bind and stick in the open position, so the seat does not properly secure to the floor and fails the lateral-force… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
What is the 2022 Chrysler Voyager Windshield Wiper Arm Nuts Improperly Tightened (Wiper Failure Recall Z80 / 22V-619)?
Certain 2022 Chrysler Voyager and Pacifica minivans left the factory with windshield wiper arm retaining nuts that were not torqued to specification. A loose nut allows the wiper arm to slip on its spline, so one or both wipers stop clearing the windshield properly or fail to ope… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager 3.6L Pentastar V6 Oil Filter Housing / Oil Cooler Assembly Cracking (Oil & Coolant Leaks)?
The Voyager's 3.6L Pentastar V6 uses a plastic oil filter housing that integrates the engine oil cooler, where hot oil is cooled by engine coolant. The plastic housing and its internal O-rings/gaskets become brittle from constant underhood heat cycling and crack or warp over time… Repairs typically run $300-$900. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager UConnect 4 Touchscreen Delamination?
The UConnect 4 7-inch infotainment touchscreen suffers from capacitive layer delamination, especially near the bottom third. Screen becomes unresponsive in affected areas, requiring physical replacement. Same unit used in the Pacifica. Hardware defect with no software fix availab… Repairs typically run $500-$1,200. Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2024 Chrysler Voyager Rear HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Failure?
The rear HVAC blower motor resistor fails, causing the rear fan to work only on highest speed setting or not at all. Particularly problematic in a minivan where rear passengers rely on rear climate control. Repairs typically run $50-$200. Severity: low.
