While driving at 45 MPH consumer heard a loud snapping sound coming from the front of the vehicle. Also, the front tires were squealing and bouncing severely. Consumer lost control of the vehicle, and it rolled into a ditch on the right side. Dealer examined the vehicle, and determined that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.
1997 Dodge Avenger: grinding or squealing brakes
7 of the 83 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Avenger describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 1 service bulletin covers this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
Front and rear wheel bearings have been replaced 10 times due to grinding noise.*ak consumer stated that because of moisture problem the wheel bearing has been replaced 10 times in less than three year.
Brakes vibrate, squeal, and grind w/metal to metal sound. No apparent cause.
When brakes are applied there is a loud/squeaking noise that occurs intermittently. Brake disc pads sound as if metal to metal rubbing. Sometimes extended stopping distance occurs. Dealer contacted, and stated it was the design of brakes. Tsb established. Problem still exists. Provide further information.
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, vehicle shakes alot, and the steering keeps vibrating. There is a grinding noise.
The consumer has been experiencing problems with rear struts. Struts would give off a loud squeaky sound. In addition, the vehicle would start bouncing. The manufacturer has not been contacted.
Warped front brake rotors, causing severe vibration in front end and excessive squealing of the brakes.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1997 Dodge Avenger grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 1997 Dodge Avenger?
7 of 83 owner complaints about the 1997 Dodge Avenger (8%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 2008.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Dodge Avenger?
There are 0 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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