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2012 Dodge Avenger body problems

20 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 41,000. 7 crashes reported.

owner complaints
20
of this car's complaints
4%
typical mileage
41,000
crashes
7
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Body
    17
  • Frame and members: underbody shields
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Dodge Avenger body problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2012 Dodge Avenger body

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Water leak 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2012 Dodge Avenger owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 25, 2023 · Airbags, Body · CA · crash

Was hit from the rear emd amd air bags did not deploy. Back bumper was totally destroyed amd brakes go out fast

Filed Dec 12, 2019 · Body · 89,600 miles · KY · 1 injury

The interior drivers side door handle sliced my finger when I opened the door.. It looks like the metal is separating and is sharp as a knife.... My other issue is .. There is a clicking noise in my passenger side dash board.. On the driver side the vents blow hot air and the passenger side vent blows cold air.

Filed May 15, 2019 · Body · 58,000 miles · OH

The front of the hood on the avengers has corrosion. Chrysler replaced some of them but not mine even though it was still under the extended warranty. They said it had to be claimed the first year. I think chrysler should recall all of the hoods because they're all corroded.

Filed Jul 25, 2018 · Body · 118,000 miles · VA

This cars hood has flown up and hit the windshield on multiple occasions, even after getting the safety latch replaced it is still flying up while driving at high to low speeds.

Filed May 15, 2018 · Body, Electrical · 97,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road. The engine was restarted and the contact drove the vehicle home. The vehicle was later taken to autonation chrysler dodge jeep ram north fort worth (11200 n freeway, fort worth, tx 76177, (817) 642-7894) where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

Filed Apr 1, 2018 · Body · NM

Door on driver side touches side bumber causing dent

Filed Mar 22, 2018 · Airbags, Body · 90,000 miles · OH · crash · 1 injury

Vehicle in total loss accident - struck by vehicle in accident on the driver's side near the door - dublin oh police dept incident # 18000499 - no air bags deployed. *tt *js

Filed Feb 21, 2018 · Body, Engine · 66,438 miles · IL

Climate control blows cold air on the passenger side and warm air on the drivers side when heat is on and driving. Engine temperature does not reach normal operating temperature when driving in cold weather. Took to my local trusted mechanic and he diagnosed the heater core is plugged with debris. Looked online and the dodge avenger have numerous complaints with that same issue. Called chrysler group and made a complaint and got a case number. I have an appointment later this week to have it diagnosed by a dodge dealership for the record.

Filed Sep 13, 2017 · Body · 15,000 miles · WI

Front hood - paint has been bubbling now. Dealer notified, admits a problem with hood and needs to be replaced which costs 2,000.00. This a factory issue and I don't feel that consumer should pay for this. Rear trunk lid - water leaks in cargo area after every rain. This has been ongoing and dealer has also been notified. No solution given at this time.

Filed Jan 29, 2016 · Body, Brakes · 119,000 miles · GA

I have continuosly been having problems with my brakes and rotors, engine stalling while driving, and the lock to my drivers side door isnt working properly. I have had my brakes and rotors repaired three times within a 4 month time frame. This is ridiculous. I dont know what kind of mechanical meltdown this vehicle is having. But some needs to provide some answers.

Questions about the 2012 Dodge Avenger body

Does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have body problems?

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the body of the 2012 Dodge Avenger, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2012 Dodge Avenger body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 41,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2012 Dodge Avenger body?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Dodge Avenger have the most body problems?

The Dodge Avenger model years with the most body complaints are 2008 (24 complaints), 2012 (20 complaints) and 2013 (11 complaints).

Other 2012 Dodge Avenger problems

Visibility 119Airbags 109Electrical 109Engine 91Seat belts 43Transmission 31Driver assistance 28Brakes 23Steering 20Fuel system 19Acceleration 16Seats 14Lights 13Suspension 10Wheels 5Tires 1

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