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Common Problems with the
2008–2016 Chrysler Grand Voyager

We've identified 3 known issues that can affect the 2008–2016 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

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Known Issues
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Serious
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Moderate
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Minor

All Known Issues

Automatic gearbox shift quality and valve-body wear

SeriousGearbox & Transmission

Grand Voyagers are hard on their automatic transmissions, and delayed engagement, harsh shifts or flaring between gears can quickly lead to expensive repairs.

Most affected: 2.8 CRD automatic

Estimated cost: £600–£2,500Affects: 2008–2016Often appears around: 70,000–140,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Delay taking drive
  • •Harsh or slipping shifts
  • •Transmission warning light

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Drive it from cold and when fully warm
  • ✓Check for fluid-change history
  • ✓Be wary of freshly cleared gearbox warnings

2.8 CRD injector, EGR and turbo trouble

SeriousEngine

The diesel can suit the Voyager well, but injector leaks, EGR fouling and turbo wear are common on neglected high-mileage family workhorses.

Most affected: 2.8 CRD diesel

Estimated cost: £300–£1,800Affects: 2008–2016Often appears around: 80,000–150,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Poor starting
  • •Diesel smell
  • •Flat performance
  • •Smoke under load

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Listen from cold
  • ✓Inspect for injector seepage and smoke
  • ✓Ask about EGR, turbo or timing-belt work

Sliding-door and central-locking loom faults

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

Powered sliding doors and central locking are part of the Grand Voyager’s appeal, but loom breaks, latch faults and tired door modules are very common as the cars age.

Most affected: Limited, LX, Cars with powered doors

Estimated cost: £120–£600Affects: 2008–2016Often appears around: Any mileage; usually age related

Typical symptoms

  • •Sliding door stops midway
  • •Door beeps or refuses to latch
  • •Central locking behaves unpredictably

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Operate both sliding doors several times
  • ✓Check loom areas and pillar wiring
  • ✓Confirm remote locking works from every door

Buying Tips for the 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager

  • ✓Automatic gearbox behaviour matters hugely, so make sure it shifts cleanly from cold and hot and does not slam or flare between gears
  • ✓On 2.8 CRD cars, ask about injector, turbo and EGR work rather than relying on a quiet idle alone
  • ✓Test both powered sliding doors, tailgate, central locking and rear climate controls repeatedly because electrical faults are common and annoying
  • ✓A big Voyager with a weak battery or poor alternator can generate multiple false faults, so voltage health is worth checking early

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