Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2002 Chrysler Voyager owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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,frtbumper3.00,clip,frontbumper,3.00defl,frontbumper,26.50,grille assemblt,95.50support,grille,51.50 ornamant,grille 54.85 headlampass,halog lt 184.00panel,hood314.00 and te list goes on . How can the airbags not come out of this vehicle,the hole front was hit iam not happy with the perfromce of Chrysler dealership.??
Chrysler minivan clockspring defect airbag light stays on possibly loosing electrical connection. In fact, on 12/28/03 I was involved in a rear impact car accident and airbag did not deploy, despite the fact that my rear door and bumper had to be replaced at my local Chrysler dealership. I was informed that I was responsible to repair the clockspring. Thankfully, the impact was in the rear where no one was sitting. Had the impact been to the sides, where my grandchildren were sitting, or to the front, I shudder to think of the consequences.
Air bag light is always on. I was told it was sensors. Had it repaired but always comes back on and the minute I start the car it stays on until I shut off car. Have other complaint in but forgot to add this. Do not know what type of airbags they are. How do I find out if Takata?
Tl contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Voyager. Soon after the vehicle was purchased, the air bag light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer three or four times regarding this failure. After regularly servicing her vehicle, she has had to replace the front and rear brakes at 20,000 and 40,000 miles. The dealer stated that the brakes needed to be replaced again at 70,000 miles. Two weeks after her vehicle had been inspected and while driving 5 MPH, the transmission snapped in half. The vehicle had to be pushed off the road and then towed to a mechanic. The mechanic confirmed that the front and rear brakes needed to be replaced and stated that any part that was contaminated by the transmission failure had to be replaced. The vehicle is currently with the mechanic and repairs currently total $1,400. The contact is scheduled to have arbitration with the dmv. …
The air bag light comes on and a bell chimes while driving. After a short interval the light will go off only to come back on later. The service department at Chrysler in milford, pa said it can not be checked out unless it remains on to be checked for a computer read out. The service attendant informed me that the air bag would not discharge when the light is on and I should hope I am not in an accident during this moment. This puts the driver and the passenger at risk during the time the airbag is not working. A customer following me had the same problem and received the same answer. This is a safety problem and I would like you to investigate and find a possible solution. Thank you.
The air bag light came on first time in March 2003. The dealer repaired it. About a year later feb 2004 the light came on again. The dealer said I need to pay for a diagnostic test and possibly pay for the part and repair service. He didn't think my extended warranty would cover it. I also emailed Chrysler and they talked to the dealer and told me I would have to pay to fix it. I don't have the money to repair it, nor do I think I am responssible for the repair. Manufacturer's defect! That's sort of like your seat belt not working. Saftey issues. Shouldn't wear out. Why hasn't Chrysler put out a service bullitin??? I've read many complaints regarding the same problem.
The "clock spring" (part of the air bag system), has failed twice in 46,000 miles. The vehicle has never been in any type of accident, or sustained any type of damage (ie, water related damage). The first failure was repaired under warranty, the second repair the dealer charged for. As this is a safety function, and the occupants are exposed to risk during failure, I believe two failures in 46,000 miles is unacceptable and is a design or manufacturing defect. I request that the NHTSA initiate an investigation, and if this defect is prevalent, issue a recall notice.
Takata recall I own a 2002 Chrysler Voyager minivan. At about 85,000 miles I noticed the airbag light on the dashboard was coming on sporadically. Eventually it started remaining on all the time from the moment I started the ignition. I took it to a local Chrysler dealer to have it inspected. They told me there was a problem with the clock spring and that it needed to be replaced and would cost me about $350. Earlier reproductions of this model have been recalled for problems with clock springs but mine is not because it was manufactured two years too late.
Tl contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Voyager. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated intermittently, but now remains lit. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the passenger side sensor switch was defective. The mechanic also stated that the air bags were interconnected, which means when one is not working, the other also does not work. The entire air bag unit needs to be replaced. The vehicle will be taken to the dealer in a couple of weeks for the repair. The current mileage was 48,200 and failure mileage was 46,000.
Chrysler Voyager 2002, failure of airbags to deploy. The consumers wife lost control of the vehicle when she slid on a slick road surface and rear ended another vehicle. The consumer stated after having the tires rotated on a regular schedule basis, it was discovered the tires were bald which caused the consumer to skid such far distance. Prior to the accident almost every month the tires wore down very quickly and constantly needed air.
Airbag complaints in other Voyager years
Frequently asked questions
How common are airbag problems on the 2002 Chrysler Voyager?
NHTSA has 26 complaints about the air bags of the 2002 Chrysler Voyager, 29% of the model year's 89 complaints. The component named most often is frontal › sensor/control module (9 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2002 Chrysler Voyager airbag problems?
No. NHTSA lists no air bags recall for the 2002 Chrysler Voyager, though it has 3 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2002 Chrysler Voyager airbag problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 40,000 miles, and 14% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to air bags problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.