# Common Problems with 2011 Chrysler Grand Voyager Common Problems with 2011 Chrysler Grand Voyager Reliability Guide # Common Problems with the 2011 Chrysler Grand Voyager A mid-cycle facelift in summer 2011 brought revised lights, grille, badging, improved seating and extra standard equipment. The 3.8-litre V6 petrol was dropped, leaving only the 2.8 CRD diesel — which improved fuel economy by around 10%. ## What changed for 2011 - •Exterior facelift with revised grille, lights and badging - •3.8 V6 petrol engine discontinued - •Improved seating and extra standard equipment - •10% reduction in CO2 and fuel consumption on diesel ## Common MOT watch-outs - !Same gearbox and diesel engine concerns as 2008–2010 cars - !Age-related electrical faults on sliding doors - !Suspension component wear 3 Known Issues 2 Serious 1 Moderate 0 Minor ## All Known Issues ### Automatic gearbox shift quality and valve-body wear Serious Gearbox & Transmission Grand Voyagers are hard on their automatic transmissions, and delayed engagement, harsh shifts or flaring between gears can quickly lead to expensive repairs. Est. Repair Cost: £600–£2,500 Warning Signs: Delay taking drive, Harsh or slipping shifts, Transmission warning light What to Inspect: - Drive it from cold and when fully warm - Check for fluid-change history - Be wary of freshly cleared gearbox warnings Verified by IsItAGoodCar Research Team ### 2.8 CRD injector, EGR and turbo trouble Serious Engine The diesel can suit the Voyager well, but injector leaks, EGR fouling and turbo wear are common on neglected high-mileage family workhorses. Est. Repair Cost: £300–£1,800 Warning Signs: Poor starting, Diesel smell, Flat performance, Smoke under load What to Inspect: - Listen from cold - Inspect for injector seepage and smoke - Ask about EGR, turbo or timing-belt work Verified by IsItAGoodCar Research Team ### Sliding-door and central-locking loom faults Moderate Electrics & 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. Est. Repair Cost: £120–£600 Warning Signs: Sliding door stops midway, Door beeps or refuses to latch, Central locking behaves unpredictably What to Inspect: - Operate both sliding doors several times - Check loom areas and pillar wiring - Confirm remote locking works from every door Verified by IsItAGoodCar Research Team ## Buying Tips for 2011 Chrysler Grand Voyager - Post-2011 cars benefit from the improved fuel economy and cleaner emissions - Check that the automatic gearbox shifts cleanly — the 2010 revisions helped but did not eliminate issues - The diesel-only lineup simplifies parts sourcing [2009–2010](/problems/chrysler/grand-voyager/2009-2010)[2012–2016](/problems/chrysler/grand-voyager/2012-2016) [Check a 2011 Chrysler Grand Voyager by Registration](/)