Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
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).
Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership to be inspected and the mechanic determined that the strut towers were rusting prematurely. The left side strut tower blistered/bubble. Extensive rust under the blistered paint area. The consumer was told that the rust had been there for a long time under the paint surface.
The top of the driver's side front shock tower, as viewed from under the hood, is very corroded. Mechanic advised getting rid of vehicle as soon as possible or face extensive $ repairs for shock tower and strut. Area of corrosion was professionally rust proofed in 1998 and was still able to corrode. I wonder how bad the corrosion is on these vehicles that were not rust proofed? Shock tower corrosion appears to be an ongoing problem with all 1996-2001 Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth minivans. Its only a matter of time before struts start popping through the hoods on these vehicles, thus causing accidents. Advise NHTSA to investigate as soon as possible.
Tl contact owns a 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager. The contact noticed severe corrosion and rust on the front struts. The failure has caused the front two tires to abnormally move up and down. He took the vehicle to the dealer and a technician referenced service bulletin number 23-04-02 for the same failure. Since there was not an official recall, the dealer would not assume any liability for the repair costs. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 172,000.
Dt*: the contact stated the strut tower had corrosion and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who referred the contact to a body shop used by the dealer. Upon replacement, the body shop mechanic expressed that there May be a recall on this matter. The dealer were was contacted, and determined the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The contact encountered many complaints on this matter regarding the suspension: front: macpherson strut. Updated 01/22/07.
Strut towers rusting out. Noticed this condition approx. 2 years ago when vehicle was less than 5 years old. Researching the problem, it seems many other Plymouth Voyager and Dodge caravan owners have the same problem. Found TSB#23-044-02 which refers to this problem. Sudden failure of the strut tower could result in loss of steering and/or sudden stopping force applied on one side of vehicle as a tire impacts a wheel well.
Ypulera alrikas collision center was returning vehicle to consumer when they hit something that pushed in the front end of vehicle. When consumer saw vehicle the passenger's front seat was only 4" away from the dash. Also, consumer cannot open glove box due to impact. The front seat sliding mechanism released the seat.
1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager was diagnosed as needing new shock towers. My mechanic feels this is due to a manufacturer's defect since water does not drain onto the ground but rather collects above the shock tower causes premature rusting and necesssitating a steel piece havingto be welded into place .
I own two Chrysler minivan that have rusted strut towers, and I took them to my favorite body shop. I have been told that almost every Chrysler Mini van has had this, and to go to the dealer due to a recall. There is no such recall, and was told by the dealer it has been a issue.
Found the driver side strut tower is completely rusted out. Discovered online hundreds of complaints of same on the same vehicle and date range. Plymouth Chrysler know about this and describes it as cosmetic but this is a structural problem.
1.strut twer rusting out on driver side. 2. Could cause loss of control and steering if it gives out. 3. Will get strut tower cap from dealer and have it repaired. Chrysler will only repair if I pay $250 dedutable.
Suspension complaints in other Grand Voyager years
Frequently asked questions
How common are suspension problems on the 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the suspension of the 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager, 7% of the model year's 276 complaints. The component named most often is front (6 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager suspension problems?
No. NHTSA lists no suspension 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 suspension problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 88,000 miles, and 15% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 1 fire and 0 injuries to suspension 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.