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2002 Chrysler Voyager: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Chrysler Voyager, most recently filed November 2004. Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags.

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
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Recalls (3)

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Chrysler Voyager. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 04V531000 Filed Nov 2, 2004

DAIMLERCHRYSLER/RADIO SHORT CIRCUIT

Equipment · electrical · radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Official NHTSA text
Summary
ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, CONDENSATION FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AIR CONDITIONING DUCTS MAY DROP THROUGH VENT HOLES IN THE TOP OF THE RADIO AND RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT SUBSEQUENTLY SENDS DIRECT CURRENT TO THE REAR SPEAKERS.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A SPEAKER FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD A SPECIAL TAPE TO THE TOP OF THE RADIO TO PREVENT THE POTENTIAL OF WATER INTRUSION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Repair progress not yet reported238,000 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 04V531000
Listed for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 04V386000 Filed Aug 5, 2004

DAIMLERCHRYSLER/POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE

Steering · hydraulic power assist · hose, piping, and connections
Official NHTSA text
Summary
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK.
Consequence
POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Repair progress not yet reported681,000 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 04V386000
Listed for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 01V310000 Filed Oct 4, 2001

DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FMVSS 225/OWNER MANUAL INFO

Child seat
Official NHTSA text
Summary
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE OWNER MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THESE VEHICLES DO NOT INDICATE WHICH SEATING POSITIONS ARE EQUIPPED WITH TETHER ANCHORAGES AND CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE NECESSARY CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INFORMATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN OCTOBER 8, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE INFORMATION WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Repair progress not yet reported52,649 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 01V310000

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Owner complaints (89)

89 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.

5involved a crash
0involved a fire
5injuries reported
0deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Chrysler Voyager, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 89.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2002 compares with other Voyager years

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6 80 89 32 1 4 13 16 5 5
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This year (2002)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

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2002 Chrysler Voyager FAQ

How many recalls does the 2002 Chrysler Voyager have?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 04V531000 (electrical), 04V386000 (steering), 01V310000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2002 Chrysler Voyager problems?

Owners filed 89 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (26), Service brakes (16), Electrical system (11) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

How does the 2002 Voyager compare with other years?

Among the 2000–2021 Chrysler Voyager model years at least five years old, the 2006 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2002 the most (89). The 2002 drew 89. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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