Head-to-head reliability
Chrysler Grand Voyager vs Toyota Camry
How the Chrysler Grand Voyager and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Chrysler Grand Voyager vs Toyota Camry: The Grand Voyager has 10 complaints per year and 0 recalls, while the Camry has 214.3 complaints per year and 31 recalls. The Grand Voyager's issues are mainly belt and electrical, whereas the Camry's include transmission, brake, and acceleration problems. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Chrysler Grand Voyager or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Chrysler Grand Voyager
The Chrysler Grand Voyager is a minivan that, based on NHTSA data, has a very low complaint rate of about 10 per year over one year, with no recalls, crashes, injuries, or deaths reported. However, the complaints that do exist cluster around electrical glitches and a recurring serpentine belt problem that can cause loss of power steering and overheating. For a buyer, this suggests that while major safety incidents are not recorded, persistent belt and electrical issues could lead to inconvenient breakdowns and repair costs.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a midsize sedan with a much higher complaint volume—about 214 per year over ten years—and 31 recalls, along with 181 crash-related reports, 163 injuries, and one death. Owner complaints span the power train, engine, brakes, and electrical system, with specific reports of transmission grinding, sudden acceleration, brake failure, and HVAC odors. This pattern indicates that while the Camry is a popular vehicle, some owners experience serious and sometimes dangerous problems.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Chrysler Grand Voyager | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 10 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 0 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 181 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 10.0 Better | 214.3 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 163 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Chrysler Grand Voyager
- 01ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
- 02STEERING2
- 03ENGINE1
- 04ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
- 05AIR BAGS1
Owners report bulbs for heating/cooling controls and instrument panel warning lights failing, as well as air bag lights staying on and horn failure. These issues can be annoying and may mask other problems, but are generally not safety-critical.
Complaints describe power steering loss when the serpentine belt slips off, often in rain or when driving through puddles. This makes the wheel very hard to turn and can strand the driver, posing a safety risk.
The serpentine belt fractures or slips off, especially in inclement weather or on unlevel ground, leading to loss of steering, charging, and cooling. This recurring failure can cause overheating and costly repairs.
Similar to engine complaints, the serpentine belt fractures repeatedly, causing overheating and loss of power steering. Owners report the failure recurring more than ten times without warning.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BULB THAT ILLUMINATES THE HEATING AND COOLING CONTROLS FAILED. THE SAME BULB ALSO FITS FOR SEVERAL WARNING INDICATORS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERN THAT THIS CO…”
“MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AS I WAS LEAVING MY DRIVEWAY, IT STAYED ON AND NEVER WENT OFF. MY STEERING WHEEL STARTED MAKING A CLICKING NOISE AS YOU TURN IT THE NEXT DAY AND THE HORN STOPPED WORKING. *TR”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the front end upon acceleration, with dealers confirming transmission failure requiring replacement. Some note recalls for the same issue on certain model years, but parts are on backorder.
Complaints include uncontrollable sudden acceleration leading to crashes, and coolant valve bypass issues that trigger engine maintenance codes. These are serious safety and reliability concerns.
Drivers describe brake pedal going to the floor with no response, such as when driving down a steep hill or in a parking lot. This can result in dangerous situations and crashes.
HVAC/air conditioning odor problems producing a strong vinegar-like or mildew smell from vents, and AC condenser damage from rocks. These are comfort and potential costly repair issues.
“I turned into a restaurant’s parking lot, found a spot and slowly drove into the lot, I eased off the gas pedal and gently applying the brake as the lot has a slight downward slope. When I reach the chunk (the parking block), I added more force to the brake,…”
“Grinding noise coming from front end upon acceleration. Brought to dealership who confirmed noises coming from transmission. Transmission needs to be replaced per dealer recommendation. Recalls on 2021 Toyota Camry for same issue. Transmissions on backorder a…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Chrysler Grand Voyager
No recalls on record.
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Chrysler Grand Voyager or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Chrysler Grand Voyager has far fewer complaints per year (10 vs. 214.3) and no recalls, crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data, while the Toyota Camry has many more complaints and 31 recalls. In practice, the Grand Voyager's issues are mostly belt and electrical problems, whereas the Camry's include serious safety-related failures like sudden acceleration and brake loss.
Key differences
- The Chrysler Grand Voyager has 10 complaints per year and 0 recalls, while the Toyota Camry has 214.3 complaints per year and 31 recalls.
- Grand Voyager complaints center on serpentine belt failures causing loss of steering and overheating; Camry complaints include transmission grinding, sudden acceleration, and brake failure.
- The Camry has 181 crash-related reports, 163 injuries, and 1 death in the data; the Grand Voyager has none of these.
- Electrical issues in the Grand Voyager are mostly bulb and warning light failures; in the Camry, they include HVAC odors and AC condenser damage.
- Inspect the serpentine belt and all pulleys for wear, cracks, or signs of slipping, especially if the vehicle has been driven in rain or on uneven roads.
- Check that all instrument panel warning lights, including air bag and heating/cooling control bulbs, illuminate and function correctly.
- Test drive at various speeds and listen for grinding noises from the front end during acceleration, which may indicate transmission problems.
- Check for sudden acceleration or brake pedal issues by testing brakes on a slope and ensuring the pedal feels firm and responsive.
Before you buy
- Obtain a vehicle history report and confirm all recalls for the specific model year have been performed, especially for the Camry.
- Have a trusted mechanic inspect the serpentine belt system on the Grand Voyager and the transmission and brakes on the Camry.
- During a test drive, pay attention to any unusual noises, warning lights, or changes in steering and braking feel.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records, particularly for belt replacements on the Grand Voyager and transmission service on the Camry.
- Verify that the air conditioning system works and does not emit unusual odors, especially in the Camry.
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Chrysler Grand Voyager or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Chrysler Grand Voyager vs Toyota Camry
- Chrysler Grand Voyager total complaints
- 10
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- Chrysler Grand Voyager total recalls
- 0
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Chrysler Grand Voyager avg complaints/year
- 10.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- Chrysler Grand Voyager
- Chrysler Grand Voyager top complaint area
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN