Dodge Avenger Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 596 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the Dodge Avenger across 13 model years. The 2008 model year has the most (219). The words owners use most often: “electronic throttle” (8% of reports).
- 596electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 40%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.
- Electronic throttle: mentioned in 46 of 596 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 446 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 596 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 37 a fire, 5 an injury.
Dodge Avenger electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Avenger | 33 | 16% | 44,350 |
| 2013 Avenger | 98 | 18% | 70,000 |
| 2012 Avenger | 109 | 20% | 70,522 |
| 2011 Avenger | 41 | 20% | 71,000 |
| 2010 Avenger | 40 | 25% | 63,500 |
| 2009 Avenger | 10 | 15% | 82,000 |
| 2008 Avenger | 219 | 26% | 91,123 |
| 2000 Avenger | 1 | 5% | 88,954 |
| 1999 Avenger | 7 | 11% | 86,000 |
| 1998 Avenger | 1 | 2% | 185,000 |
| 1997 Avenger | 5 | 6% | — |
| 1996 Avenger | 13 | 8% | — |
| 1995 Avenger | 19 | 10% | 170,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Air bags; electrical system
Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.
Electrical system:wiring
Model years: 2007, 2008
Problem: Chrysler is recalling 180,963 my 2007-2008 sebring and dodge avenger vehicles equipped with a standard tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). Unused electrical connectors for the tpms may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions including engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling.
Risk: Engine stalling could cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will seal the wires for the tpms free of charge. The recall began on april 15, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
My 2012 dodge avenger will shut off whenever it feels like and you lose control of power steering. It feels like itâs not getting gas. It will crank back up when it feels like.The horn honks randomly.
brakes are bad paint and body arent in good condition have had some stalling problems
Was driving on hwy when vehicle loss power, was able to quickly pull over. Turned vehicle off and restarted vehicle. Got back onto the hwy ,vehicle loss power again, this time it wouldn't turn over. Replaced fuel pump,replaced valve timing sensor, crank sensor, replaced battery, replaced ignition…
Window Defrost and Passenger Heat /Air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents…
My 2008 Dodge Avenger airbag light has been on for a while, I believe thatâs something that is defective and should be fixed by the manufacture. Iâd called a dealership and was told it was not a recall and therefore not covered. When the wipers are turned on in the morning and then turned off…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Avengers have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 596 owner complaints about electrical system for the Dodge Avenger. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Avenger electrical system?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the Dodge Avenger?
The most frequent phrase is “electronic throttle”, in 46 of 596 complaints.
Other Dodge Avenger problems
- Air Bags problems (564)
- Engine problems (437)
- Power Train problems (417)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (268)
- Suspension problems (229)
- Seat Belts problems (206)
- Visibility/wiper problems (187)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (144)
See all Dodge Avenger problems.