1996 Dodge Avenger brakes problems

Filed Dec 18, 2003 · Brakes, Steering · 131,000 miles · OR · crash · 1 injury

In the am on 9/15/03 on the freeway traveling about 65 MPH, lateral arm broke off on the left side of my car, causing the left tire to push upwards into the fender and the axle to snap in half. I had to put the car into park at 40 MPH to get it to stop so I would not hit the concrete barrier or the I-5 sign. Dodge did pay for the car to be repaired, but not more than 2 weeks later the car began to make a noise while reversing and while going over bumps in the road, they told me this is the brakes, but another mechanic said that it is the lateral arm again. Dodge is refusing to pay to fix it and when I brought them the car they did not visually inspect the car, they only took it on a test drive. I have been having anxiety attacks everytime I hear that noise, my back and shoulder have been in pain and I have seen a specialist because of this. And to be quite honest I just don't have the money to repair the vehicle myself. Also, the front brake rotars are warped and this is the 2nd time that they have been replaced in the 3 1/2 years I have owned the vehicle. I think that is a bit much.

Filed Jun 4, 2001 · Brakes · MI

Since consumer has owned vehicle he has had to have front brake rotors replaced no less than twenty (20) times due to warping. Work has been performed by dealership and defect has not been corrected. *ak consumer had been told there is nothing he can do to remedy the problem.

Filed Mar 28, 2001 · Airbags, Brakes · TX · crash · 2 injuries

Vehicle hit a tree head-on at about 35 MPH (est.). Neither the driver side nor the passenger side airbag deployed. Passenger's head struck and shattered windshield. Driver's face struck steering wheel causing damage to mouth and shoulder. Extensive damage to the vehicle. Amazing no one was killed or seriously injured. Also, I would notice that if I was traveling over about 40 MPH, the car would shake when the brakes were applied. Car would sometimes stall when stopped. Sometimes I would have to take the car out of park and put it back into park before it would start. Also the passenger side headlight seemed to not be fully sealed as it always had condensation inside. Noticed the passenger airbag seemed to be sticking out and the glove compartment was difficult to open. I wonder if this car had been wrecked before I bought it. I know I was not told it had been. I just recently learned they do not make avengers anymore. Is there a reason for this. Are they dangerous. Could something have caused this crash other than the driving of the driver. I will be happy to provide my VIN number as soon as I can get it. Car is in storage now.

Filed Dec 30, 1999 · Brakes, Engine · PA

When applying the brakes there is vibration. Also engine head gasket leaks.

Filed Oct 10, 1999 · Brakes · NY

No summary

Filed Oct 5, 1999 · Brakes · NY

Brake rotors replaced they continue to warp severe shaking at highway speed also failure of head valve gasget

Filed Sep 28, 1999 · Brakes · TX

In the parking lot of the credit union went to put the emergency brakes on and it was real easy to pull up, vehicle was still running heard a loud noise and the vehicle towed to the dealer was told that a spring popped on the back brakes which was causing the noise. The brakes were hanging down.

Filed Jun 21, 1999 · Brakes, Suspension · NY

Front suspension has problems for some time. I have a notice from carpoint web site about a recall, and ihave not yet received a recall from dealer or either chrysler. What can I do about this??

Filed May 20, 1999 · Acceleration, Brakes · MA

Also problem with throttle body. All failures happened after 9800 miles. Was told at 30,000 mile checkup that everything was ok, but obviously it wasn't.

Filed Mar 24, 1999 · Brakes · NY

Abs module assembly failed at 30,000 miles and 6 months out of warranty. $1300.00 to repair. I seriously doubt anyone (including me) will pay to fix. Abs will remain disabled.