2008 Chrysler Voyager: common problems and reliability
The 2008 Chrysler Voyager has 4 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are vehicle speed control and structure. Owners most often flag transmission reliability concerns — reports of transmissions needing replacement around 100,000 miles (160,000 km). frequency: recurrent.
Safety record for the 2008 model year
4
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crash reports
0
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2008 Chrysler Voyager vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
vehicle speed control
1
structure
1
electrical system
1
air bags
1
Recalls affecting the 2008 Voyager
air bags:frontal
Campaign 11V394000
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER, TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 24, 2007, THROUGH JULY 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HEATING AND …
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is sharply divided and heavily dependent on the specific generation discussed. For older models (e.g., early 2000s Grand Voyager), feedback is predominantly negative, citing poor fuel economy, unreliable diesel engines, automatic transmission failure
Transmission reliability concerns — Reports of transmissions needing replacement around 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Frequency: recurrent.
Poor fuel economy (Older models) — Specific mention of a 2003 Grand Voyager 2.8 CRDI averaging 19 MPG. Frequency: isolated.
"Pentastar Tick" engine issue — Potential for premature wear in valve rocker arms on pre-2020 3.6L V6 engines, leading to ticking noise and possible engine damage if not addressed. Frequency: recurrent (noted as a known issue for the engine family).
Interior heating issues (Older models) — Mention of a 2003 model's interior failing to warm up properly. Frequency: isolated.
Ergonomics and build frustration — Complaints about poorly laid-out switchgear and unnecessarily complicated repair procedures (e.g., multiple bolt sizes for a single component). Frequency: isolated.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Voyager.
Typical used price
Used Voyager listings typically run $21,275–$36,049 across 2021 to 2026 model years.