2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager

Introduction

The 2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager is a minivan offered with a variety of engine and transmission options. The 3.3L V6 engine produces 158 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, while the 3.8L V6 produces 180 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a 4-speed automatic and a 5-speed manual. The Grand Voyager is known for its spacious interior and comfortable ride, but it also has a number of common issues.

Engine

• 3.3L V6
  • Spark Plug Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The spark plugs can fail, causing misfires and poor engine performance.
    • Solution: Replace the spark plugs.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake Manifold Gasket Leak
    • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold gasket can leak, causing vacuum leaks and rough idle.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.8L V6
  • Timing Chain Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The timing chain can fail, causing the engine to lose power and run erratically.
    • Solution: Replace the timing chain.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Head Gasket Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The head gasket can fail, causing coolant and oil leaks.
    • Solution: Replace the head gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 4-Speed Automatic
  • Torque Converter Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter can fail, causing the transmission to slip and shudder.
    • Solution: Replace the torque converter.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700
    • Recalls: None Found
• 5-Speed Manual
  • Synchronizer Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The synchronizers can fail, making it difficult to shift gears.
    • Solution: Replace the synchronizers.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Struts
  • Strut Mount Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The strut mounts can fail, causing clunking and knocking noises from the front of the vehicle.
    • Solution: Replace the strut mounts.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery
  • Premature Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The battery can fail prematurely, leaving the vehicle unable to start.
    • Solution: Replace the battery.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $150
    • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator
  • Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The alternator can fail, causing the battery to not charge.
    • Solution: Replace the alternator.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Door Handles
  • Handle Breakage
    • Description/Symptoms: The door handles can break, making it difficult to open the doors.
    • Solution: Replace the door handles.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $250
    • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Instrument Cluster
  • Gauge Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The gauges on the instrument cluster can fail, making it difficult to monitor the vehicle’s systems.
    • Solution: Replace the instrument cluster.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300
    • Recalls: None Found
• Power Windows
  • Motor Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The power window motors can fail, causing the windows to not work.
    • Solution: Replace the power window motors.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $250 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager has a number of common issues, including spark plug failure, intake manifold gasket leaks, timing chain failure, torque converter failure, strut mount failure, battery failure, alternator failure, door handle breakage, gauge failure, and power window motor failure. These issues can range in severity from minor annoyances to major repairs, and the cost to fix them can vary widely.