2008 Dodge Avenger engine problems

Filed Oct 24, 2026 · Engine · NC

So a month ago the car started running hot I’m unsure what the cause maybe and my reservoir has cracked. When I turn the ac or heat on the car begins to run hot as well.

Filed Apr 7, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · CT

The recalls associated to my vehicle are the same exact problems I am experiencing. My car is stalling and stalled on the highway. I couldn’t accelerate and had to drive with my hazards.

Filed Apr 12, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · MI · fire

I was idling at a stop light when I noticed my car began to smoke shortly after the check engine, check oil and the battery alert all simultaneously came on. I then pulled over to a near alleyway when a burst of flames arose from the hood of the car.

Filed Mar 27, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · 250,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The battery, the check engine, and the throttle body warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact noticed an abnormal odor while the vehicle was parked. The contact noticed there was smoke coming from underneath the hood. The contact's father lifted the hood and removed the positive (+) charge cable from the battery. The contact's father replaced the battery and the alternator; however, the failure recurred while driving. The contact's father replaced the alternator for the second time. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 08V152000 (Electrical System) and 07V426000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), however, the dealer confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 255,000.

Filed Jan 27, 2023 · Brakes, Electrical · MN

Car keeps have the battery light come on out of nowhere and already replaced battery alternator and the cables for battery last winter which then had to be clipped because it was extremely hot and melting my cables and other wires. I have had nothing but electrical issues since I bought it the beginning of last winter something needs to be done and I shouldn’t have to keep paying for parts on faulty electrical and parts the manufacturer should and I have no recalls on my 08 Dodge avenger how is that even possible?

Filed Sep 3, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · OR

Hi my name is [XXX] and I’m 28 years old and a full time single mom of 2 girls 24/7 and in February I bought a 2008 Dodge Avenger 2.7 and the day I drove it home the check engine light came on and well long story short there it took them a month to “fix” the issue and 3 days later after getting my car back after NOT having it for a month the check engine light came on again…needless to say here it is almost September 7 months later and there has many endless problems and the car dealership will not return my phone calls or texts or emails about my car and wanting to trade it in for another one on there lot !!! They are crooked people and shouldn’t be a business I have so much proof INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed Aug 26, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · TX

Engine stopped during a red light intersection, cranked up once and engine stopped again. After a dangerous intersection situation , car was towed by a pair of young boys to a safe spot. A serious accident may have resulted, if not for the quick help. Being an automotive teacher and passed shop owner inspected the situation and have come to a conclusion that the TPIM failed. No warning lights appeared during situation. Scanner will not pick up any codes when hooked up to try to correct problem. 2008 Avenger with 88000 miles, will take to dealership for repairs.

Filed Dec 7, 2020 · Engine · 180,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving, the check engine, overheating, tire pressure and electronic throttle control system warning lights illuminated. The vehicle stalled and was restarted and operated as intended. The contact stated that she depressed the accelerator pedal quickly due to the vehicle starting to shake. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed that the wiring for the temperature gauge needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that she was not provided with diagnostic information on the stalling. The vehicle was not yet taken to an authorized dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that an email would be forwarded to her. The email was not received from the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Filed Jul 9, 2020 · Engine · 100,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and overheated. The check engine and engine temperature warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over to allow the engine temperature to decrease to a safe vehicle operating temperature. After cooling off, the vehicle was restarted however, while driving to her destination the vehicle again overheated. The contact pulled over and checked the coolant reservoir only to find that there was no coolant in the reservoir. The contact added coolant to the reservoir however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then towed to butitta brothers automotive (3012 n main st, rockford, il 61103 815‑962‑7914 to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 100,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed May 23, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · GA

My vehicle lost power in the middle of operation , I also lost power steering and braking during this event.