Dodge Avenger Structure Problems
Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the Dodge Avenger across 13 model years. The 2008 model year has the most (24). The words owners use most often: “door handle” (10% of reports).
- 105structure complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 18mention a crash
- 12mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 38%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.
- Door handle: mentioned in 10 of 105 complaints (10%)
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 71 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 105 complaints, 18 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 12 an injury.
Dodge Avenger structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Avenger | 7 | 3% | 33,500 |
| 2013 Avenger | 11 | 2% | 56,000 |
| 2012 Avenger | 20 | 4% | 41,000 |
| 2011 Avenger | 8 | 4% | 46,500 |
| 2010 Avenger | 6 | 4% | 32,500 |
| 2009 Avenger | 3 | 4% | 59,725 |
| 2008 Avenger | 24 | 3% | 105,000 |
| 2000 Avenger | 1 | 5% | — |
| 1999 Avenger | 7 | 11% | 65,000 |
| 1998 Avenger | 2 | 3% | 205,000 |
| 1997 Avenger | 3 | 4% | 109,000 |
| 1996 Avenger | 5 | 3% | — |
| 1995 Avenger | 8 | 4% | 113,107 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists structure for the Dodge Avenger. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
brakes are bad paint and body arent in good condition have had some stalling problems
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while turning to the right, the passengerâs side front wheel seemed to be rubbing against the rubber or plastic piece underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the front suspension cross…
Was hit from the rear emd amd air bags did not deploy. Back bumper was totally destroyed amd brakes go out fast
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while reversing out of a parking lot, an abnormal snapping sound was coming from the vehicle. The contact had her husband inspect the vehicle and he discovered that the subframe had fractured due to severe corrosion. Neither the dealer…
On apr 11,2021 i was driving around 35-40 mph and my hood came flying up in front of me. I have call chrysler and they sent out inspector ron marnese, who inspected the car and found the secondary latch was not working. Chrysler has informed me that they will not fix my car due to it being out of…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Avengers have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 105 owner complaints about structure 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 structure?
No recall currently lists structure for this vehicle.
What do owners say about structure problems on the Dodge Avenger?
The most frequent phrase is “door handle”, in 10 of 105 complaints.
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)
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