The 2022 Chrysler Voyager is essentially a fleet-spec Pacifica with the proven 3.6L Pentastar V6 and 9-speed automatic. Being newer, hard data is thin, but the platform shares vulnerabilities with its 2017+ Pacifica siblings, particularly transmission and some catastrophic engine failures.
9-Speed Transmission Shudder and Cooler Failure
Common · high severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Harsh shifts or shuddering between 2nd-3rd gear during light acceleration, Transmission overheating warnings on dash, Leaking fluid from cooler lines at radiator, Delayed engagement into drive or reverse
Fix: Transmission cooler replacement is 3-4 hours; full rebuild or replacement for internal damage runs 12-16 hours. Many shops now do cooler proactively if shudder appears. Software updates help temporarily but don't solve mechanical wear.
Estimated cost: $800-1,200 cooler only; $4,500-6,500 full transmission replacement
Catastrophic Pentastar 3.6L Engine Failure (Rocker Arm / Valve Drop)
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 60,000-120,000 mi
Symptoms: Sudden loss of power with loud clattering from engine, Check engine light with multiple misfire codes, Metal debris in oil during changes, Ticking that progressively worsens until failure
Fix: Rocker arm failure lets valve drop into cylinder, destroying piston and cylinder wall. Requires short block or complete engine replacement at 18-24 hours labor. This is a known Pentastar defect across multiple model years, not exclusive to Voyager but affects this platform.
Estimated cost: $7,000-10,000 for reman engine installed
Transmission Mount Collapse
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunk when shifting from park to drive or reverse, Excessive vibration at idle in gear, Visible sagging of transmission when inspected from below
Fix: Lower transmission mount (dogbone style) commonly fails. Replacement is 1.5-2 hours but requires lifting powertrain slightly. Upgraded aftermarket mounts available and recommended.
Estimated cost: $300-500
Backup Camera and Liftgate Electrical Issues
Occasional · low severity
Symptoms: Backup camera shows 'service camera' message or black screen, Power liftgate opens partially then stops or won't latch, Rear wiper works intermittently or not at all, Water intrusion visible in liftgate tail light assemblies
Fix: Often caused by harness chafing in liftgate hinge area or water intrusion at camera module. Diagnosis takes 1 hour, repair 2-3 hours for harness rework or camera replacement. There's a recall for backup cameras on some units — check VIN first.
Estimated cost: $400-800
Windshield Wiper Linkage Binding and Stripping
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Wipers stop mid-stroke or move slowly, Grinding or clicking noise from wiper motor area, Wipers work intermittently or only on high speed, Driver side wiper lifts off glass at highway speed
Fix: Linkage bushings wear out and pivot arms bind or strip teeth. Entire linkage assembly and motor often replaced together. Recall exists for linkage detachment — verify before paying out of pocket. Labor is 2-3 hours due to cowl removal.
Estimated cost: $450-700 if not warranty/recall covered
Side Curtain Airbag Deployment Issues
Rare · high severity
Symptoms: Airbag warning light illuminated with B150A or similar curtain airbag code, No physical symptoms until accident, when curtain bags may not deploy
Fix: Two separate NHTSA recalls for curtain airbags not deploying properly. Dealer-only fix, usually harness or inflator replacement at no cost if recall applies. Check VIN immediately — this is a critical safety item.
Estimated cost: $0 if recall applies; $1,200-2,000 if out of pocket for harness/inflator
Owner tips
Change transmission fluid every 60k miles regardless of 'lifetime fluid' claims — prevents shudder and extends life
Listen for valvetrain ticking and check for metal in oil at every change; catch rocker arm wear early
Inspect liftgate harness and camera for water intrusion yearly; reseal camera housing with RTV if needed
Run VIN through NHTSA database for airbag and wiper recalls before purchase
As a 2022, it's too new for long-term data, but platform history shows transmission and engine grenades are real risks; buy extended warranty or budget $5k for eventual catastrophic repair.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence: Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06D, 10D, and 11D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 2, 2026. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall numbers 25V302 and 25V573. Vehicles previously repaired under a prior recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · 25V302000
2025-05-08
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence: An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06C, 54C, 55C. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 26V189. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 24V436000
2024-06-13
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Voyager and Pacifica vehicles. The windshield wiper arm nuts may be improperly tightened, which can cause the wipers to not function properly.
Consequence: Improperly functioning wipers can reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the wiper arm nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is Z80.
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