Chrysler Voyager Recall R/2001/089: Hand Brake May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 26 Nov 2001
- Launched
- 18,346
- vehicles in the UK
- 980
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chrysler recalled Voyager vehicles built between 1 August 1997 and 31 August 2000. The self-adjusting mechanism may become out of range or fail to engage. The recall notice describes the fix as: identify type of handbrake cable fitted and install short cable if not already installed. In all cases install lockout clip to the self adjust mechanism. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The self-adjusting mechanism may become out of range or fail to engage. Either condition could lead to the vehicle rolling away.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HAND BRAKE MAY FAIL Defect: The self-adjusting mechanism may become out of range or fail to engage. Either condition could lead to the vehicle rolling away. Remedy: Identify type of handbrake cable fitted and install short cable if not already installed. In all cases install lockout clip to the self adjust mechanism.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the vehicle rolling away.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: identify type of handbrake cable fitted and install short cable if not already installed. In all cases install lockout clip to the self adjust mechanism.
Are You Affected?
Voyager built between 1 August 1997 and 31 August 2000 may be included. Chrysler estimates 18,346 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chrysler, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chrysler.
- Book with any franchised Chrysler dealer, quoting the campaign code 980 or the DVSA reference R/2001/089. See how to get a Chrysler recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| VoyagerHandbrake may fail | Low | R/2006/146 | |
| VoyagerWindscreen wipers may fail to operate | Book soon | R/2006/145 | |
| VoyagerThe upper power steering hose may split and leak | Urgent | R/2005/012 | |
| VoyagerSeat belt may become inoperative | Urgent | R/2002/101 | |
| Grand Voyager, VoyagerEngine compartment fuel leak concern | Urgent | R/2002/060 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chrysler recall launched before it was R/2000/012 on 2 May 2000, for parking brake may self: release. The one launched after it was R/2001/136 on 12 Apr 2002, for brake vacuum hose concern. You can also see every Chrysler recall, all recalls launched in 2001 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2001/089, launched 26 November 2001. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.