2008 Dodge Avenger Engine Problems
Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the 2008 Dodge Avenger, 14% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 101,850 miles. The words owners use most often: “throttle control” (14% of reports).
- 115engine complaints
- 101,850median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 47%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Throttle control: mentioned in 16 of 115 complaints (14%)
- Stalled without: mentioned in 7 of 115 complaints (6%)
- Able restart: mentioned in 6 of 115 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 98 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 115 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury.
Dodge Avenger engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Avenger | 42 | 20% | 51,100 |
| 2013 Avenger | 120 | 22% | 90,000 |
| 2012 Avenger | 87 | 16% | 79,000 |
| 2011 Avenger | 38 | 18% | 86,000 |
| 2010 Avenger | 23 | 14% | 82,000 |
| 2009 Avenger | 11 | 16% | 109,000 |
| 2008 Avenger | 115 | 14% | 101,850 |
| 1999 Avenger | 1 | 2% | 173,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Problem: On certain vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the engine coolant may be drawn into the left radiator cooling fan motor connector.
Risk: This can cause an electrical short circuit and result in an engine compartment fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the connector for contamination or damage, install a wiring harness overlay, and replace the fan motor free or charge. The recall began on november 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The recalls associated to my vehicle are the same exact problems I am experiencing. My car is stalling and stalled on the highway. I couldnât accelerate and had to drive with my hazards.
I was idling at a stop light when I noticed my car began to smoke shortly after the check engine, check oil and the battery alert all simultaneously came on. I then pulled over to a near alleyway when a burst of flames arose from the hood of the car.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The battery, the check engine, and the throttle body warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact noticed an abnormal odor while the vehicle was parked. The…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2008 Dodge Avengers have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 115 owner complaints about engine for the 2008 Dodge Avenger (14% of the 831 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Dodge Avenger engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine problems start?
The median reported mileage is 101,850 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about engine problems on the 2008 Dodge Avenger?
The most frequent phrase is “throttle control”, in 16 of 115 complaints, followed by “stalled without” (7).
Other 2008 Dodge Avenger problems
See all 2008 Dodge Avenger problems or engine problems across all Avenger years.