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 Voyager has 10 complaints over 1 year and 0 recalls, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years and 31 recalls. Voyager owners report belt-related steering loss; Camry owners report power train and brake issues. 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 small complaint volume: 10 complaints over one year, with no recalls, crashes, injuries, or deaths reported. The complaints cluster around electrical glitches, steering loss, and engine belt failures. Living with one means watching for warning-light and accessory failures, and being prepared for sudden power-steering loss in wet weather.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a midsize sedan with a much larger complaint record: 2,056 complaints over 10 years, plus 31 recalls, 171 crash-related reports, 158 injuries, and 1 death. The most common complaint areas are power train, unknown/other electronics, engine, and service brakes. Living with one means staying on top of recall notices and being alert to hesitation, brake noises, and electronic system malfunctions.
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 | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 0 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 10.0 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 158 |
| 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 failing, and one owner saw the air bag light stay on, heard a clicking noise from the steering wheel, and lost the horn. These are annoying and can signal deeper electrical trouble.
Multiple owners describe the power steering suddenly going out, often in rain or when driving through a puddle, because the belt slips off. This makes the wheel very hard to turn and can leave you stranded.
The serpentine belt can fracture or slip off during bad weather or on uneven ground, causing loss of steering, charging, and cooling. One owner said it happened more than ten times without warning.
The same belt problem is also reported under engine cooling, where a thrown belt stops the water pump and leads to overheating. This can turn a simple breakdown into an expensive repair.
“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 TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck and not coming out even when the dash shows Park, requiring a battery disconnect. Others describe hesitation and shuddering with the check engine light on.
Complaints list multiple systems failing at once, such as stability control, electric power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping. This suggests complex electronic issues that can be hard to diagnose.
Some owners report a several-second delay when pressing the gas pedal, making the car slow to move. This hesitation can be a safety concern when merging or pulling out.
The electronic parking brake may not disengage, requiring a tow, and some owners hear a clicking or vibrating noise from the brake pedal area that the manufacturer calls normal. These issues can affect daily usability and confidence.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
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 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…
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…
Buyer analysis
Chrysler Grand Voyager or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Chrysler Grand Voyager has far fewer complaints per year (10.0 vs. 205.6) and no recalls, crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data, while the Toyota Camry has 31 recalls and hundreds of crash and injury reports. In practice, the Camry's much larger sales volume means more reported problems overall, but the Voyager's small sample still shows serious belt-related steering and cooling failures.
Key differences
- The Chrysler Grand Voyager has 10 complaints over 1 year and 0 recalls, while the Toyota Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years and 31 recalls.
- Voyager owners report sudden power-steering loss when a belt slips off in rain, while Camry owners report key-stuck and hesitation issues in the power train.
- The Camry's data includes 171 crash-related reports, 158 injuries, and 1 death; the Voyager's data shows none of these.
- Camry complaints often involve multiple electronic systems failing together, while Voyager complaints center on a recurring belt problem affecting steering, charging, and cooling.
- Check the serpentine belt and all pulleys for wear, cracks, or signs of slipping, especially if the van has been driven in rain or on rough roads.
- Test the power steering and listen for clicking from the steering wheel; also verify that all warning lights, including the air bag light, go out after start-up.
- Test the ignition key removal in Park and look for any hesitation or shuddering during a test drive, especially with the check engine light on.
- Check the electronic parking brake operation and listen for clicking or vibrating noises from the brake pedal area; also ask for proof that all open recalls have been performed.
Before you buy
- Ask for the full NHTSA complaint and recall history for the specific vehicle by VIN, and confirm any open recalls are fixed.
- On the Voyager, inspect the serpentine belt, pulleys, and power steering operation, and test all electrical accessories and warning lights.
- On the Camry, test the key removal, acceleration response, brake feel, and electronic parking brake, and scan for stored trouble codes.
- Take a test drive in rain or wet conditions if possible, since Voyager belt issues often appear then, and Camry electronic faults may be intermittent.
- Have a trusted mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focused on the reported problem areas before you buy.
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.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Chrysler Grand Voyager vs Toyota Camry
- Chrysler Grand Voyager total complaints
- 10
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Chrysler Grand Voyager total recalls
- 0
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Chrysler Grand Voyager avg complaints/year
- 10.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Chrysler Grand Voyager
- Chrysler Grand Voyager top complaint area
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN