1996 Dodge Avenger: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Oct 25, 2004 · Lights · WI

While driving consumer noticed that the both driver's side and passenger's side headlights failed to see due to lens having a cloudy residue on them. This caused poor visibility, consumer was unable to see. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic stated that the parts for lens were not on recall. Consumer was responsible for the parts and labor.

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 May 19, 2003 · Lights · CT

My 1996 dodge avenger es v-6 has severely pitted headlamp lenses which seriously reduces the effectiveness of the headlamps for night driving and I believe is dangerous. I've experienced this in other cars I've owned, but not nearly to the degree with this dodge. The lenses look cloudy.

Filed Jul 10, 2002 · Lights · IL

There is a brown fog building up in the headlight lenses, causing the light to be dim making it hard for the consumer to see while driving at night. The cause is unknown and the dealer was notified. *ak the consumer states that there is no moisture build up and is not on the outside of the lights.

Filed Apr 3, 2002 · Lights · VA

Heat from headlights was melting inside of headlight cover. Vehicle cannot pass inspection with this problem. Also, high beams have to be activated for driving abilty. Dealer and manufacturer were notified, and have been receiving same other complaints.*ak both head light lamp assemblies need to be replaced to correct the problem.

Filed Feb 22, 2002 · Lights · KS

The clear plastic headlight lenses on our vehicle are deteriorating to the point that night visibility is severely limited. The deterioration is on the outer surface of the headlight lens, as evidenced by a rough texture. There is no evidence on the painted surface or windshield that this vehicle has been driven or garaged in abrasive or corrosive conditions.

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 Jun 5, 2000 · Lights · KY

While driving at night right side headlight has a film or coating that obstructs vision.