Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving 19 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred numerous times and usually when it rained. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on two separate occasions but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The failure continued to recur. The contact was informed of a recall for the failure under the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v152000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage 80,000. The VIN was not available.
2008 Dodge Avenger engine complaints
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Rpms dip low and the engine revs up daily. Car dies at stop lights or when making slow turns about monthly but getting more and more frequent.
While driving along freeway at 55 MPH throttle light illuminated and engine was non reactive to gas pedal. After a few moment systems went away, but the starting the next day after that the engine was slow to respond to sccelerator and would hesitate and jump to accelerations. Vehicle was taken to shop where throttle body and fuel system was cleaned. It worked fine till april 22, 2013 when vehicle was being driven the throttle light came back on and there was no acceleration at all to the car. Car towed to garage where the throttle body had to be replaced to due failure. The milage was 130,153 and cost over $800.
Owned vehicle since 2009. Everytime it rains the car will stall out when decelerating from various speeds. This has almost caused several accidents as drivers behind you expect you to begin to accelerate when traffic lights turn green, but instead you must drop the car into neutral or coast it to the side of the road to get it to restart. This has continued since I bought the car. It is a common problem that dodge apparently has not addressed according to www.mycarstats.com.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact attempted numerous times to start the ignition however, the engine would not respond. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where they stated that the engine would need to be replaced. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v473000 (engine and engine cooling) but was advised that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.
In my 2008 dodge avenger the engine sometimes ether stalls out when I put it into park or sometimes the engine revs up really high and then goes back to normal. This all happens whenever it rains outside. Sometimes when I go threw a puddle the engine like begins to stutter almost like it is going to stall out on me or it is going to rev up.
Electronic throttle control light came on and stayed flashing could not go over approx 15-25 MPH. Pulled over shut car off and restarted and worked fine for the 5 min drive I had to complete after it happened. 9 hours later while driving the throttle control light came on again with loss of power intermittently then stayed off for 5 min drive I had to complete.
On 3/11/13, I reported to dodge case # [xxx] that when driving on wet / damp roads the car will stall out for no reason. This has happend to me while stopped at a light, slowing down going through a toll or even while turning in an intersection. I have felt it to start to stall while driving at 65 and have hit the gas to stop the problem. I phoned dodge who told me ... Sorry there are no recalls. I then phoned my local dodge service department who immediately told me that yes they have had this problem in the past, the suggested is a sensor on the throttle or throttle body. The cost for repair is around $750. I happened to see there was another complaint on your site regarding this. Because I feel as though this is a very serious danger hazard, I filed a complaint with the department of transportation # [xxx]who suggested I contact you. I think this is a very large concern and something that needs to be addressed immediately. I will be paying the money to get my vehicle fixed out of concern for my own and others safety. I drive the interstate everyday to work 65 - 75 MPH and have to drive either in the right or left lane in case my car stalls. I was lucky that when my call stalled while trying to pull away from a red light I was not rear ended. I am hopeful you will see the sense of urgency and push dodge to do a recall. I do not think this should be the consumers espense. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Oil pan is rusting from inside out was told this by two different oil tech. Can not find after market pan ...dealer only.
My 2008 dodge avenger has an electronic throttle control light flashing anytime I go over about 2000 RPM. At that point the car begins to stall and I have to put the car in park and restart. I am posting this because I have seen numerous other posts on dodge forums that explain the same problem. There seems to be a known defect with the throttle control.
Had to replace the cylinder 2 ignition coil and intake manifold.
It will constantly over heat, even with full anti-freeze in it. It will get to the h in less then 1 min. The transmission light will then come on followed by the lighting bold in the parentheses. All of a sudden it started having a very loud noise (like a diesel truck) and wouldn't let me go over 25 miles without it getting louder. Then I went to turn left to pull over and all the lights came on, went off the heat went from h to c and car steering wheel locked up and car died.. I wouldn't not turn over till 30 mins later.. Started having the loud diesel noise and to 3-4 weeks later (today).. Still over heats today and still leaks anti-freeze (drains the whole thing in 30 mins). I heard there was a re-call for the 08 avenger in 2012.. I got my car dec 2012 and the dealership still sold it.. When I found out there used to be a re-call I tried to call dealership to find out they went out of business the next week after I bought it. Sucks cause im stuck with a broken car and $11k still to pay.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle began to decelerate independently as the throttle control warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact shut off and restarted the vehicle, as it then functioned properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the motor needed to be replaced and the central computer needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact performed a diagnostic and located the failure at the 02 sensor. The contact replaced the 02 sensor however, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle continued to stall without warning. The contact performed a second diagnostic which located the failure at the throttle control. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure and current mileage was 94,306.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the thermostat temperature would rise, indicating that the vehicle was over heating. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician advised that the heater coils or hoses needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and they advised that the components were no longer manufactured due to them being defective. As a result, the entire re-manufactured chamber that contains the hoses and coils needed to be use for the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was approximately 123,000. The VIN was unavailable.
While driving on the interstate, my car suddenly dropped to 20mph and I had to pull off the road. I didn't have anywhere to pull over so I put my flashers on and drove as far right as I could until I had room to pull off the road. It was a very busy part of the interstate and I could have easily been ran over. I had to have it towed to the local dealership where they replaced and electric throttle. This is an issue dodge chrysler has been aware of for many years. It should be recalled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH the RPM gauge began to fluctuate rapidly when the brakes were applied and the vehicle stalled. Several minutes later the vehicle was restarted and the vehicle resumed normal function. The following day the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle was not diagnosed by a mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 45,000. Updated 12/7/12 *cn the dealer was unable to find any problems. Updated 12/17/12
I have had nothing but problems with my car. When I first purchased it 2 months later my shifter got stuck I was stranded at work. After that I have had various problems from the alternator, battery, and compressor going out various times and it is not even over 100,000 miles. I looked up there were recalls on the car back in 07 and 08. The dealership says that they fixed it but I feel like it was not fixed and I had the shifter problem right when I purchased that is the only thing they said they can fix.
Motor mounts failed and this is the second time it has happened. Dealer replaced front mount and said there was a change in the mounts due to problems but did not change the back mount, now the back mount has failed. I think that if dodge had to make a change in design of the mount due to problems they should have had to change both mounts when they changed the front one. This is just so they don't have to spend any more money on a car than they have to.
While driving my car, the electronic throttle control light came on and the car lost power and would not accelerate. I have researched this problem and it seems that it is a common occurrence. Please recall now for safety reasons!
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the air conditioner failed. The contact also stated that the engine caught on fire, in which he beleived was directly related to the air conditioning failure. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection where they advised that there were no failures found within the vehicle. The failure later recurred and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that she heard a ticking noise coming from the engine when driving at various speeds. The contact took the vehicle to a local repair shop where he was advised that the bearings were wearing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact to contact the federal safety agency to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 51,000.
While driving on highway, etc light came on signifying problem with throttle component. After doing research, it appears that this is an ongoing problem with dodge vehicles including the 2008 avenger. Many statements online urged to open claim here as this can be an expensive problem that is not covered by warranty or recall.
I have been having problems with my dodge avenger for about 40,000 miles now and have had it into multiple shops without the problem being solved. The electronic throttle control light comes on and off at random times either causing my car to shut off while im going down the road, cause power lag with no acceleration about 45 MPH or shifting into different gears, or the engine light comes on along with the etc light and the car will idle very high then very low and repeat the process making the car unable to drive. The vehicle has shut off on me while going down interstate and highways and I've almost been hit several times because of it. I see lots of postings with the same issue but there are no recalls on this issue which dealerships do not know how to fix. I've been told to change the battery, the TPMS was messing up, the throttle valve was sticking, improper fuel delivery, and that the car wasn't getting enough air. None of these once fixed were the cause of the car freaking out and now im forced to drive day to day with my son in the car hoping it works well enough that an accident wont happen. I've seen enough complaints about the electronic throttle control that there should have been a recall a long time ago to fix this yet it's been 4 years and still nothing is being done to help make peoples vehicles safe again that they paid for.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact heard a ticking and knocking noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician stated that the engine would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
We bought this car used a year ago. Soon after the AC compressor went out. We had it repaired. Then the brakes went out. Had them fixed, but they still grind and are not right. Had the rotars looked at and fixed, but still not good. Then the AC blew again, had it repaired again. Then we heard a loud noise when car idling that sounds like a scream. Then the AC blew again and now their is a grinding noise in engine and it sounds like a lawn mower. We are very unhappy and wrote to dodge.oh wait this is all following the shifter breaking (pin issue) and having to ask dodge to make this a recall which they did.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the engine stalled with an intermittent illumination of the warning indicator. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road where the engine restarted. The contact was able to resume in operation. The vehicle had not been diagnosed for the malfunction. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the front passenger side window was opened but could not be closed. The window regulator motor was replaced. In addition, the vehicle was overheating abnormally. The contact refilled the coolant reservoir but the failure recurred. The vehicle had also become resistant to acceleration attempts while driving 10 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the dealer was unable to diagnose the failures. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.
I have been receiving electronic throttle control errors for about a year now (lightning bolt between inverted parenthesis). It happens sporadically but seems to occur more frequently. The last episode occurred today on my morning commute to work - 04/04/2012, approximately 0725. The error code will flash and it becomes more difficult to accelerate. When I take my foot off of the gas pedal to decelerate, the car will 'jerk'. So far, I have been fortunate enough to continue driving the vehicle until I can find a place to pull over. Usually, I can turn the car off then back on and the error code disappears. The car will drive normally. I am now experiencing these issues 3-4 times per week. This issue is chronicled on the internet with details in different forums. This seems to be an on-going frequent issue that dodge is aware of. From what I have researched, the dealership mechanics seem to be at a loss on how to repair and suggest different repairs that don't work...unless that is their aim. In a time that people are financially struggling, these manufacturers need to repair the issues they know about.
Pulley making loud noise and alternator have whine noise like it about to start a fire.
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