Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 4 MPH, the vehicle spontaneously dropped on the front passenger side. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the front control arm fractured from severe corrosion, which caused the ball joint to fail. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and he is in the process of notifying the manufacturer in reference to the federal safety agency campaign id number 99v066003 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The failure and current mileages were 142,000.
1995 Dodge Avenger suspension problems
59 complaints (30% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 142,000. 7 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 59
- of this car's complaints
- 30%
- typical mileage
- 142,000
- crashes
- 7
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Front: control arm: lower ball joint27
- Front: control arm12
- Front9
- Front: control arm: lower arm3
- Rear2
- Front: control arm: upper arm2
- Front: macpherson strut1
- Front: control arm: upper ball joint1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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175k-200k
200k+
Dodge Avenger suspension problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Dodge Avenger suspension
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. Also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v‑066.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.
Recall number 00V421002 · Recall details
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.
Recall number 99V066003 · Recall details
Related investigations
Lower contrtol arm ball joint
There is no summary currently available
RQ00015
Ball joint
allege failure of front ball joints may cause the driver to loose control of the vehicle as the front suspension collapses on one side.this loss of control increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
PE99008
What 1995 Dodge Avenger owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle had a the federal safety agency recall # 99v066003, regarding the suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint that was not performed. The vehicle was at the dealer for 90 days and did not express why the recall was not performed. The manufacturer was aware of the problem.
Dt: the caller received a recall letter concerning lower ball joint failure. She took the vehicle to dealer last wednesday, and the dealer had it for a week and nothing was done to the vehicle. She called the dealer every day. They told her they were waiting for a manager to approve the work. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet.
Normal use of the car....driving around town etc........the left front wheel bearing came loose and the wheel/tire assembly came off the car and car came down on the wheel causing fender damage. Replaced both lower ball joints at the automotive shop to avoid any more loss of car control. Old part is available.
I own a 1995 dodge avenger has same problem as 2000-2003 dodge durango, ball joints. I would like my vehicle included in the recall. *bf the consumer stated the recall should include the control arm assemblies and compression arms because they suffer premature and undue wear by being compromised by the bad ball joint. The consumer had several suspension componets replaced such as the sway bars and sway bar links.
Suspension&steering--- always has vibration in the front end at 60-70mph brakes--- can't keep brakes under it. Have to do brakes and rotors 2-3 times a year
Vehicle was repaired under recall#00v421002 concerning lower ball joint boot. A problem was found with the lower ball joint after the repairs were done, and the ball joints have to be replaced again.
Consumer stated that the "inner" lower control arm has worn out prematurely. This is the second time that consumer has had to replace component. First failure occurred at approximately 75000 miles. Manufacturer has extended the warranty for the outer control arm, but not the inner one.
The right ball joint broke while driving 25 MPH.
Vehicles drive shaft dropped to the road while driving. This failure was experienced prior to notification (recall # 99v006003 or 00v421002). The consumer requested reimbursement but was denied. The manufacturer stated the consumer had not met the required conditions of the recall. *nlm
Questions about the 1995 Dodge Avenger suspension
Does the 1995 Dodge Avenger have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 59 complaints about the suspension of the 1995 Dodge Avenger, 30% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1995 Dodge Avenger suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 142,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Dodge Avenger suspension?
Yes, 2 recalls: 00V421002, 99V066003. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Avenger have bad suspension?
The Dodge Avenger model years with the most suspension complaints are 1995 (59 complaints), 1996 (59 complaints) and 1997 (19 complaints).
Other 1995 Dodge Avenger problems
Brakes 38Electrical 19Engine 19Transmission 16Airbags 15Steering 11Visibility 10Body 8Seats 8Seat belts 7Lights 5Acceleration 4Tires 4Fuel system 3Locks 1
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