Dodge Avenger years to avoid
More than twice the Avenger's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Dodge Avenger years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Dodge Avenger complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Dodge Avenger problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical596
- Engine579
- Airbags564
- Transmission417
- Acceleration268
- Visibility266
- Brakes249
- Suspension229
- Seat belts206
- Fuel system158
- Steering122
- Driver assistance122
Most reported problems on the Dodge Avenger
Dodge Avenger problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 95 | 1 | Transmission | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2014 | 74 | 205 | Airbags | 50,000 | 1 | 20 | |
| 2013 | 36 | 548 | Airbags | 71,000 | 5 | 26 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 38 | 554 | Visibility | 70,000 | 3 | 34 | Avoid |
| 2011 | 73 | 209 | Electrical | 78,000 | 3 | 14 | |
| 2010 | 75 | 163 | Electrical | 75,000 | 3 | 16 | |
| 2009 | 90 | 67 | Engine | 79,500 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2008 | 20 | 832 | Transmission | 70,000 | 6 | 36 | Avoid |
| 2007 | 93 | 2 | Engine | 4 | 0 | ||
| 2000 | - | 22 | Transmission | 56,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1999 | - | 62 | Brakes | 65,000 | 1 | 6 | |
| 1998 | - | 58 | Suspension | 83,000 | 2 | 14 | |
| 1997 | - | 83 | Suspension | 96,000 | 2 | 15 | |
| 1996 | - | 157 | Suspension | 128,000 | 2 | 19 | |
| 1995 | - | 195 | Suspension | 109,478 | 2 | 23 |
Recalls 20
Dodge Avenger warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Dodge Avenger
What years of the Dodge Avenger should you avoid?
2008, 2012 and 2013. Each has more than twice the Dodge Avenger's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2008 alone has 832, mostly about transmission and electrical.
What is the best year for a used Dodge Avenger?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Dodge Avenger?
Electrical, with 596 complaints across all years, followed by engine (579) and airbags (564).
How many recalls does the Dodge Avenger have?
20 recalls between 1995 and 2015. The 2008 model year has the most, with 6.
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