2008 Dodge Avenger: engine failure

Filed Aug 23, 2019 · Acceleration, Airbags · 36,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. While driving 30 MPH, the engine seized. On other occasions, the vehicle spontaneously accelerated and then dragged. Also, the driver's seat belt detached without warning and the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the thermostat, clockspring, ECM manifold, throttle body, starter, battery, air fan, integrated power module, air conditioner, compressor, intake runner, steering wheel, and engine needed to be repaired. The vehicle was taken to brockton chrysler jeep dodge ram (241020 belmont st, brockton, ma 02301, (781) 961-1550), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 36,000. The VIN was invalid.

Filed Feb 23, 2016 · Electrical, Transmission · 151,900 miles · SC

I have a 2008 dodge avenger 2.4 cylinder. My starter has been replacing four times in less than forty day time frame, yes that is what I said. The car cut off on me while driving without any warning while I was on the interstate. I have now paid around 1,440. So far now. This is a major safety issue whether or not my VIN number fits the bill, it has happened and has grossly endangered my family to include grandchild and myself not to mention increase the risk of multiple crash. The following are information I have found reason for stalled engines of 2008 doge avengers . All work done at dodge service dept. I have receipts from dealership with my complaints about engine stall issues. Please help me. Sincere, thanks major safety issue: resulting in an engine stall or engine failure. The engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash. Chrysler dealers should replace the tipm module, free of charge. Flash the totally integrated power module (tipm) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. September 2008 -- chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break. This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning. Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during november 2008.

Filed Feb 2, 2015 · Brakes, Engine · KY · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. While driving 35 MPH, the engine stalled, the steering seized, and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle drove up a hill and flipped over. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a salvage yard. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Apr 30, 2013 · Transmission · 48,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while parked, the gear shifter seized and could not be moved from park. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the gear shift module would have to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.

Filed Nov 2, 2011 · Engine · 56,100 miles · PA · fire

I was driving on a turnpike when I heard a loud explosion and my car started to shake violently and smoke was pouring out of the engine compartment. I slowed the car down and immediately pulled over to the shoulder. I got out of my car and opened the hood of the car and there was a fire coming out of both sides from underneath the engine. I had just had my oil changed the week prior and when the engine caught on fire it was from all the oil that sprayed out. I had the car towed and when the insurance adjuster and the mechanic looked at the engine they said that is was purely engine failure from mechanical reasons and not from a collision of any kind that caused the engine to blow up.

Filed Jun 22, 2011 · Engine · 9,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise in the engine area. The contact drove onto the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and stated the engine locked and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the engine was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The failure mileage was 9,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Mar 29, 2010 · Brakes, Engine · 63,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. He stated that both the front and rear brake pads had worn. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where they sanded down the brakes but the procedure did not remedy the problem. Furthermore, the electronic throttle indicator light illumated along with the engine temperature warning light, followed by the engine overheating. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealership in regards to the engine failure at the time of the complaint. The contact had not called the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. The vehicle identification number was unavailable. The current mileage was approximately 63,000. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

Filed Mar 21, 2010 · Engine · 62,000 miles · OH

Catastrophic engine failure on a 2008 dodge avenger on I 271.

Filed Jun 7, 2007 · Transmission · 600 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger sxt. On may 31, 2007, while driving 60 MPH, the transmission stalled and the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 20 MPH. The contact stated that he was tossed around in the vehicle and lost control of the steering. The vehicle was taken in for service on june 2, 2007. The mechanic stated that the computer control module was reset. On june 5, 2007, the engine's RPM's maxed out and began to rev. The engine failed again and the service engine light illuminated. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. The engine size was unknown. The current mileage is 740 and failure mileage was 600.