Dodge Avenger Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 128 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Dodge Avenger across 12 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (36). The words owners use most often: “brake rotors” (9% of reports).
- 128service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 12mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 22%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.
- Brake rotors: mentioned in 11 of 128 complaints (9%)
- Front brakes: mentioned in 8 of 128 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 29 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 128 complaints, 12 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 6 an injury.
Dodge Avenger service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Avenger | 1 | 0% | 17,000 |
| 2013 Avenger | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2012 Avenger | 2 | 0% | 18,300 |
| 2010 Avenger | 3 | 2% | 22,000 |
| 2009 Avenger | 3 | 4% | 23,773 |
| 2008 Avenger | 15 | 2% | 15,348 |
| 2000 Avenger | 5 | 23% | 12,200 |
| 1999 Avenger | 15 | 24% | 85,000 |
| 1998 Avenger | 7 | 12% | 30,000 |
| 1997 Avenger | 18 | 22% | 93,000 |
| 1996 Avenger | 22 | 14% | — |
| 1995 Avenger | 36 | 18% | 104,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic
Model years: 2010
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
Risk: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. 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.
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced an electrical short. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge avenger. While reversing at approximately 10 mph, the rubber brake pedal cover became detached when the contact attempted to depress the brake pedal. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The contact shifted the vehicle into drive and crashed into…
Letter from congresswoman slaughter on behalf of constituent re defective 2013 dodge avenger. *smd the consumer state six months after buying the vehicle, all four of the brakes seized. Then, one year and six month later, the engine head failed and had to be replaced. Seven months later, the check…
Vehicle was purchased new on january 28, 2012. The tires went completely bald by 12,000 miles. On may 28,2013 at 33,000 miles, both tie rods had to be replaced. The front brake rotors were wrapped and had to be replaced. The tires will wear very fast and poses a safety hazard. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. The contact stated that when applying the brakes, the vehicle would exhibit an abnormal sound. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer but the dealer was unable to diagnose a failure. The contact had not experienced a failure with the brakes. The…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Avengers have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 128 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic 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 service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Dodge Avenger?
The most frequent phrase is “brake rotors”, in 11 of 128 complaints, followed by “front brakes” (8).
Other Dodge Avenger problems
- Electrical System problems (596)
- 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)
See all Dodge Avenger problems.