Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
We have a 98 Plymouth Grand Voyager we have owned it 5-6 years. For about the last 2 years sometimes the brake pedal pulls down on its own and sticks for a few moments. It will do this when your foot is on the pedal and not pressing down at all, but it also does it when your foot is not over the pedal at all! I could be going 45 MPH and it will pull down on its own and come back up in a few seconds. It is an very occasional problem so we never know when it will happen,unfortunately it has not done it while at the mechanics. We have had it looked at several times and worked on 3 times and they can't find the problem. I am very concerned this could be dangerous but we can't seem to find the problem.
Chrysler designed the power distribution block cover to hold water and retain moisture. This causes the connections to corrode and fail leading to failure of critical, electrically-operated, safety systems including the airbag safety restraint system and the anti-lock braking system. Chrysler has been aware of the error and redesigned the power distribution box. However, they did not recall and offer to replace the failed component.
Applied brakes on steep driveway and pedal suddenly went to the floor. Experienced greatly reduced braking capability. Found steel brake line failed due to corrosion (rust through) where it connects to braided steel section just aft of the ABS proportioning unit. Plan on having it repaired next week. 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager.
Vehicle was traveling on a normal road condition and approaching oncoming stopwhen vehicle in front, commenced to slow down, but vehicle continued on and hit vehicle in front. No damage was done; dealer inspected the vehicle and informed nothing could be found. Can nhta help in ths matter or provide additional information.
While driving driver applied the brakes and pedal descended to the floor. This caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle and hit a tree. Both frontal air bags failed to deploy. Driver suffered neck and back injuries and was transported by ambulance to the hospital. The vehicle was totaled.
Brakes were applied on the vehicle and the vehicle did not hold and stop the car, speed was approximately 10mph resulting in a frontal impact. No injuries. Vehicle was towed to dealer. Consumer requested a manufacturer's investigation, no recalls included.
Consumer was driving approximately 10 MPH in traffic turned curve down decline, red light at approximately 300 ft. Away, when consumer applied brakes and brakes did not move as if was stuck in place. Vehicle was involved in a crash.
ABS pump in the brake system needs replacing at a cost of $967.00! My 1998 Plymouth voyger van has less than 40,000 miles and has not been abused or wrecked. Quote was give by christopher Dodge, golden colorado.
Brake pedal went to the floor causing vehicle to crash into another vehicle no damage was done. Dealer notified and informed consumer that nothing could be found. Can NHTSA help or provide details in this matter.
I purchased vehicle used and found no problems with the vehicle with the exception of a squeaky serpentine belt. Put a little belt dressing on it and that was as far as the issue went. Then on a dark rainy night, went through a rain puddle-very slowly, and instantly, steering became very difficult. The worst part of this experience this night was trying to put belt back on pulleys, as you can imagine in the dark and no idea how to route it. Thank goodness there was a diagram in engine. With no knowledge that this was a very well known issue with these vehicles it was quite a surprise. After researching this online, and reading all of the consumer complaints I can't figure out what you people are waiting for!! Fatal accidents!! There has been more than enough info submitted and documented to warrant a recall and have the manufacturer take care of this. Oh-but guess what? …
Brake complaints in other Grand Voyager years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager?
NHTSA has 27 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager, 10% of the model year's 276 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (11 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager, though it has 4 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 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 85,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 5 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury to brakes 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.