Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 1998 Plymouth Voyager
The 1998 Plymouth Voyager has moderate issues, particularly with the engine, airbags, and powertrain, as indicated by 320 owner complaints and 11 recalls. Many concerns relate to aftermarket parts, reducing manufacturer accountability, but airbag and fuel system recalls suggest potentially serious faults. Conduct a thorough inspection focusing on these areas.
NHTSA data on file today
The 1998 Plymouth Voyager has 11 NHTSA recall campaigns and 320 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 #07E104000 CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMOTIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06E091000 FUEL PUMP MODULES/ENGINE STALL CONDITION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06E022000 BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V480000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING 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 #97V231000 CHRYSLER/INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT HARNESS NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 75 complaints
- Air Bags 59 complaints
- Power Train 53 complaints
- Electrical System 41 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27 complaints
- Structure 20 complaints
Of the 320 complaints on file, 18 report a crash and 11 a fire; across all 320 complaints, owners report 16 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Frequent cooling issues
How to check: Inspect for leaks or overheating signs near engine block.
Driver airbag may disable
How to check: Test airbag warning light functionality on dashboard.
Transmission shifts roughly
How to check: Listen for clunks or delays while shifting gears.
Electrical component failures
How to check: Check all interior switches and lights for operation.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check for prolonged cranking or misfires.
Red flag: Engine struggles to start.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for rough idling or noise.
Red flag: Uneven idle or stalling.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Assess transmission smoothness when shifting gears.
Red flag: Harsh or jerky gear shifts.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure power is steady and consistent.
Red flag: Hesitation or loss of power.
- 05
Braking
What to check: Feel for soft or pulsating brake pedal.
Red flag: Brakes feel weak or unresponsive.
- 06
Dashboard lights
What to check: Monitor for any warning lights during drive.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights active.
- 07
Pull over check
What to check: Inspect undercarriage for oil or fluid leaks.
Red flag: Visible leaks on the ground.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbags been serviced or replaced?
- Any major engine repairs done recently?
- Do you have the recall repair records?
- Have there been transmission issues?
- Any electrical system malfunctions noticed?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Service and maintenance records
- Recall repair documentation
- Vehicle history report
- Title and registration
- Warranty or aftermarket parts receipts
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1998 Plymouth Voyager at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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