DecodedCars2021 Chrysler Voyager
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Minivan - 2WD
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 19 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Few owner complaints18 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 147 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 22 MPG combined, 14% below the 2021 minivan average of 25.5 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2021 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 Chrysler Voyager is a minivan offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway), 14% worse than the 2021 minivan average of 25.5 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2021
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 Voyager — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 Voyager →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voyager | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 28 / 22 | -14% | $3,050 | 401 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Chrysler Voyager VAN FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 11.6% |
Similar 2021 minivans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Chrysler Voyager (this car) | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2021 Toyota Sienna | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2021 Kia Sedona | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2021 Honda Odyssey | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2021 Chrysler Pacifica | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain · Oct 24, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V793000 · 26 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Pacifica and 2020-2021, 2023 Voyager vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the side curtain air bags may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Risk
- An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is A8B.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly · Mar 24, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V181000 · 1,160 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Pacifica and 2021 Voyager vehicles. The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
- Risk
- An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Z22.
Not every 2021 Chrysler Voyager is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2021 Chrysler Voyager buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 5 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Steering — 4 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Seats — 2 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 47,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Chrysler Voyager. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Voyager years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Voyager | 22 | – | Not rated | 4 | 0 |
| 2025 Voyager | 22 | – | ★★★★★ | 6 | 0 |
| 2024 Voyager | 22 | – | ★★★★★ | 7 | 1 |
| 2023 Voyager | 22 | – | ★★★★★ | 7 | 5 |
| 2022 Voyager | 22 | – | ★★★★★ | 5 | 5 |
| 2020 Voyager | 22 | – | ★★★★★ | 1 | 13 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chrysler. How we calculate this →