Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 1997 Plymouth Voyager
The 1997 Plymouth Voyager has a moderate number of owner complaints and several recalls, particularly concerning the airbag, powertrain, and engine systems. Airbag issues were the most frequently reported, and there are multiple recall campaigns affecting various systems. Due to this data, inspect carefully but note the issues may be specific and not overly widespread.
NHTSA data on file today
The 1997 Plymouth Voyager has 11 NHTSA recall campaigns and 343 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #10E034000 AFTERMARKET RECEIVER HITCH NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06E022000 BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03E053000 WIX FILTERATION/FUEL FILTER LEAKS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03E045000 INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS/FUEL FILTER LEAKS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #02V293000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #02V076000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/SEAT BELT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V268000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FUEL LEAKAGE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #98V185000 CHRYSLER/INTEGRATED CHILD SEATS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #97V200000 CHRYSLER/TIRES NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #97V070000 CHRYSLER/STEEL ROAD WHEELS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #97I001000 CHRYSLER/INTEGRAL CHILD SEATS NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 62 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 54 complaints
- Power Train 54 complaints
- Electrical System 43 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 34 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 29 complaints
Of the 343 complaints on file, 14 report a crash and 13 a fire; across all 343 complaints, owners report 18 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag clock spring failure
How to check: Inspect for any airbag warning lights on the dashboard.
Fuel rail o-ring degradation
How to check: Smell for fuel odors in the engine area after driving.
General electrical system issues
How to check: Check all lights, dashboard indicators, and electronics.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for any unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Persistent knocking or rattling
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Ensure all warning lights turn off post-start.
Red flag: Airbag light remains on
- 03
Neighborhood driving
What to check: Check brake action and pedal response.
Red flag: Soft or unresponsive brakes
- 04
Parking lot maneuvering
What to check: Test power steering responsiveness and noise.
Red flag: Whining or resistance when turning
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Observe for engine hesitations or misfiring.
Red flag: Vibrations or lack of power
- 06
City traffic
What to check: Monitor for transmission smoothness and shifts.
Red flag: Noticeable hard shifts or slippage
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag clock spring been replaced?
- Are there any unresolved recalls?
- Have there been fuel system repairs?
- What electrical components have been fixed?
- Has the transmission ever been serviced?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle recall history
- Maintenance records
- Repair invoices
- Title and registration
- Emissions test results
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1997 Plymouth Voyager at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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