Most common 1998 Plymouth Voyager problems
Share of the 323 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Plymouth Voyager complaints by model year
Best Voyager years: 2000, 1999. Years to avoid: 1996. Compare all years →
1998 Plymouth Voyager recalls (5)
Air bags
On certain minivans, the driver's air bag May become disabled due to a failure of the clockspring, which is located in the hub of the steering wheel.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all covered vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. For those vehicles with more than 70,000 miles, daimlerchrysler will offer an extended lifetime warranty under which it…
Air bags › Frontal
On certain Mini vans, the clockspring assembly May have been wound incorrectly during the vehicle assembly process.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. An extended lifetime warranty will also be placed on this component for all affected vehicles, regardless of mileage.
Seat belts › Rear/other
On certain minivans, some trim material can loosen and drop into the rear outboard seat belt assembly, causing the seat belt to become inoperative.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trim with foam blockers and inspect and replace all 3rd row seat belt assemblies. Owner notification began June 3, 2002.
Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Vehicle description: Mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. Fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. Owner notification began on January 25, 2002.
Child seat
Vehicle description: passenger minivans equipped with integrated child seats. The shoulder harness restraint webbing was incorrectly routed around the metal reinforcement bar on these seats.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the routing of the shoulder belt webbing and any found incorrect will be properly routed.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 7 possible defects involving the 1998 Plymouth Voyager:
Driver air bag clockspring failure
Complaints report air bag warning light illuminates, and this May be accompanied with a non-functioning horn and/or cruise control (if equipped).this is indicative of an open-circuit clockspring failure (results in non-functioning driver's air bag), similar to the failure condition that was the subject of daimlerchrysler's recall of model year 1996-1998.5 minivans (recall no.
Dc minivan fuel injector rail leak
There is no summary currently available
Post-collision fuel system integrity
There is no summary currently available
Rear seat belt malfunction
This investigation was opened January 16, 2002, based on seven reports alleging the third row seat belt retractors failed on certain 1997 and 1998 model year caravan and voyager vehicles.the reports indicated a tar like substance entered the retractor mechanism, thus causing the retractor to jam or bind.in this condition the seat belt is rendered inoperable, as the webbing cannot retract or be withdrawn from the…
Post collision fuel system
Driver air bag clockspring failure
The driver air bag clockspring can develop an open-circuit condition resulting in nonfunctional driver-side frontal air bag, horn, cruise control (if equipped), and/or steering wheel radio control (if equipped).in its October 5, 2004 letter to NHTSA, daimlerchrysler stated that it will conduct a safety recall and replace the clockspring assembly on all my 1998.5-2000 daimlerchrysler minivans, built between March…
Air bag clockspring
There is no summary currently available
What 1998 Plymouth Voyager owners say
Engine & cooling all 78 →
Dt*: the contact stated there were several problems with the vehicle that would be considered a manufacturer defect. The first component of concern was the belt tensioner which had to be replaced by the dealer because it was observed to be dismantled. The second component was identified when the vehicle was taken in for a regular oil change. The independent mechanic determined there was a major leak coming from the pump seal on the transmission. Once the transmission was taken out of the vehicle, a crack was observed in the torque converter. The transmission had to rebuilt because a transmission for replacement could not be found. The dealer determined the transmission problem was due to a pin drop which has been common in vehicles of this year, make and model. …
My19 98 Plymouth Voyager with the 2.4ltr engine developed an oil leak at approx. 49,000 miles. After tedious searching, I found the leak was confined to the head gasket. Which has turned out to be a very expensive fix. I asked Chrysler if they had encountered this problem, and was told no. So then I decided to check the internet, and lordy lordy the place was overflowing with a multitude of the same problem. I feel that this is a factory design problem, which gives to a serious possibility of loss of property or life due to the oil leaking could catch fire as it drips and mists it's way under the vehicle. The exhaust and converter are both in the path of the oil. Chrysler should reimburse all moneys paid in trying to correct this problem.
Air bags all 59 →
The 1998 Plymouth Voyager passenger van was involved in a two vehicle collision on a public highway. Cause of the collision was due to the other involved vehicle, that being a 2011 Kia soul, failing to stay within its travel lane. The Kia crossed over into the path of the Plymouth Voyager, with both vehicles colliding, front/left vs front/left. Speeds of both vehicles estimated at approximately 40 miles per hour. Both air bags in the Kia deployed, as did the front/passenger airbag in the Plymouth Voyager. The driver's airbag in the Plymouth Voyager failed to deploy, unknown why. Both drivers sustained injuries in the collision. The collision was investigated by the montgomery township police department, phone [phone], police report #2016-00578.
First when I bought the van and had to replace had gasket which I was told that this is a common problem for this van, yet there is no recall. Then on October 13th 2003 I was in a auto accident when I was stopped at a light I was hit from the rear by a women doing 30-35 MPH I hit people in front of me and the van was totalled but yet the airbags did not deploy. I still have the van, my wife and I were both hurt. Can you tell me if there is a recall on the airbags not deploying.
Transmission & drivetrain all 55 →
While driving approximately 45 MPH, the consumer heard a noise and tried to shut the vehicle off. The consumer hit the guard rail to get the vehicle to stop and the transmission went out. The differential cracked and broke the axle which went into the transmission. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop. After the transmission was remedied, 4 days later, the seals leaked.
While the vehicle was on driver's 2 year old daughter shifted the gear into reverse without applying the brakes and vehicle moved and hit the driver. Driver sustained bone bruises all over the body, and was transported to the hospital.
1998 Plymouth Voyager engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 22 / 19 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 15 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Minivan.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1998 Plymouth Voyager a good car?
Based on 323 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1998 Voyager rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the Voyager at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Plymouth Voyager?
The engine & cooling — 78 complaints, 24% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine. Next are the air bags (59) and transmission & drivetrain (55).
How many recalls does the 1998 Plymouth Voyager have?
There are 5 recalls for the 1998 Plymouth Voyager, the most recent from October 6, 2004 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Plymouth Voyager?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2000 and 1999. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1996. See the full Plymouth Voyager years comparison.
At what mileage do 1998 Plymouth Voyager problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 80,000 miles; 15% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.