1996 Dodge Avenger engine problems

Filed Apr 28, 2004 · Engine, Lights · VA

Repeated head gasket failure on engine. A recall needs to be initiated as this is a prevalent problem with this automobile! Awaiting third repair. Additionally, twice dealth with tensioner and pully problems. A defect recall needs to be initated on these parts. Defective headlight lenses resulting in extreme visability reduction. A replacement recall needed on these parts. The asog (advenger/seabring owners group) internet members group repeatedly identifying the engine gasket problems! Crysler initiated a recall change to the dodge neon's, but discontinued the advender model without recall and replacement of defective head gaskets. Please do something for the consumer public with these three major areas of defective workmanship. Thanks for your assistance.

Filed Aug 27, 2003 · Engine · 78,000 miles · CA

At any given time while driving and at any speed vehicle will stall. After a few minutes vehicle can be restarted as if nothing happened.

Filed Sep 15, 2002 · Engine, Transmission · FL

On the transmission the seal for the front shaft is leaking,also the head gasket is leaking which is made out of paper and disolved which now needs replaced the input and output sensors are also in need of replacement I have two of these cars and find it appauling that both are having the same problems. Nlm

Filed Jul 22, 2002 · Electrical, Engine · AK

Engine has overheated six times already because there was a short in wires. Also, thermostat has gone out six times. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

Filed Jun 27, 2001 · Engine · NC

Oil leaks from a defective seal located near the oil pan, repair shop concluded failure.

Filed Jun 13, 2001 · Engine, Suspension · MD

The engine runs rough due to faulty valve cover gaskets. Nlm

Filed Apr 18, 2001 · Engine, Transmission · CO

Consumer was accelerating up to 45 MPH speed limit when all drivetrain capability and forward motion was lost. Vehicle currently at a dodge dealership, and they informed consumer that transmission has to be rebuilt because no transmissions were available for 1996 model. This will cost consumer $2200.00. *ak burning rubber smell was detected after the vehicle was taken for fluid change at the dealer. Belts and the tensioners were replaced but the rubber smell still cintinued. Later on, the transmission failed.

Filed Feb 20, 2001 · Engine · AK

Vehicle started smoking, it stalled and engine check light came on. It hesitated, sitting still. Putting vehicle in neutral kept it from cutting off. Dealer has replaced a sensor in engine. Problem came back after a while.

Filed Oct 26, 2000 · Engine · MI · 2 injuries

Wife and mother in-law was poisoned by carbon monoxide entering vehicle. Problem was reported to chrysler. Chrysler did send out an investigator, but nothing could be done about the problem. *ak carbon monoxide poisoning occured right after the driver turned the A/C on.

Filed Oct 2, 2000 · Engine · TX

Tensioner pivot bolt has failed 2 times causing extensive damage to the engine.