1986 Plymouth Voyager
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1986 | 53 |
| 1987 | 84 |
| 1988 | 91 |
| 1989 | 165 |
| 1990 | 226 |
| 1991 | 520 |
| 1992 | 701 |
| 1993 | 615 |
| 1994 | 529 |
| 1995 | 336 |
| 1996 | 756 |
| 1997 | 346 |
| 1998 | 323 |
| 1999 | 273 |
| 2000 | 168 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHEN BROAD SIDED IN ACCIDENT REAR HATCH LATCH GATE OPENED AND SEVERAL THING FELL OUT.VEHICLE ROLLED AND LANDED UPSIDE DOWN. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950306
IN A REAR END COLLISION TAILGATE POPPED OPEN. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950303
TRUCK WAS IN AN ACCIDENT IT WAS HIT FROM THE SIDE AND REAR HATCH LATCH CAME OPEN AFTER THE TRUCK ROLLOVER CONSUMER FELL OUT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950302
11% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: seats — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 4 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
FIRST REAR SEATS WERE INSTALLED WITH AN INCORRECT LEFT SIDE SEAT RISER WHICH CAUSES FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SEAT AND SEAT BELT LOADING REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 207, SEATING SYSTEMS.
Remedy: REPLACE INCORRECT SEAT RISERS.
Campaign 86V010000 — check if this car was fixed
BROKEN DRIVERS SEAT
UNDERDASH FIRES
SPARE TIRE CARRIER FAILURE
UNDERDASH FIRES
REAR SEAT STRUCTURE FAILS
SPARE TIRE CARRIER FAILS
TRANS PARK SYSTEM FAILURE
LIFTGATE LATCHES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITHOUT REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSL
Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS DURING NOVEMBER 1995.
Campaign 95I001004 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITH REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSLER
Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES DURING JULY 1996.
Campaign 95I001008 — check if this car was fixed
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1986 Plymouth Voyager — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 86V010000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95I001004 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95I001008 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1986 Plymouth Voyager reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1986 Plymouth Voyager is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Plymouth Voyager?
The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Plymouth Voyager have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.