Two separate incidents have happened. First was in november 2018. I was driving home on a city street when the vehicle flashed the throttle body sensor light along with the check engine light and the car lost power and would not accelerate past 25mph. Brought to dodge dealership for diagnosis and they couldn't check the etc light due to it shutting off with restart of the vehicle but was told I needed a new alternator. Fixed the alternator and no problems again until january 2019. This time I was driving home from work on a very busy highway and the car flashed the check engine light and died while in motion. Power steering was very tight but I was able to get to the side of the road safely and put the car in park. After 4 tries of restarting the vehicle, it started back up but the check engine light is still on. I will be taking it back to the dodge dealership in hopes of finding out what is wrong, but am nervous because of what I have read amongst other avenger owners.
2012 Dodge Avenger engine complaints
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My heater is not blowing out hot air. I was told that casting sand was in the cooling reservoir that's causing the heater to not blow out hot air and that the casting sand will cause sludge in my cooling system. Even though this is no fault of my making and this happened at the manufacturing plant dodge will not fix their mistake nor is it covered by my lifetime added care plus warranty.
In april 2018 and again in november 2018 my car stalled, completely died while I was stopped at a traffic light on a hill. I had to put the car in neutral and restart the car. This was on a hill, heading to a highway entry.
Heater core per dodge dealership is stopped up. Took it to the dealership because the heat wouldn't get up to a satisfactory temperature, they tested it & said they could try flushing but they thought it needed replacing.
When heat or AC is turned on either in motion or not there is a clicking noise coming from the passenger dashboard about five clicks and the clicks will stop and the heat will come out of driver side, but cool air on passenger side. If turned off and back on it will repeat the five clicking noise and the heat will kick on. Also this "heat" is lukewarm at best.
Passenger side heater blowing cold air during all operation phases. Dealer stated due to sand casting from the aluminum block plugging the heater core. The vehicle has close ton 50k miles.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated after the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to jacksonville chrysler dodge jeep ram arlington (9600 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl 32225, (877) 677-5782), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.
My dodge avenger recently started stalling/shutting down while in motion. It has happened 4 times in the last 3 months. I loose all power to the steering wheel and brakes, I cannot control the car. Thankfully this has only happened on local roads. I am terrified if it happens while I am on the highway which I travel everyday on my way to work and back.
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.
I own a dodge 2012 avenger and had some issues here and there but this is the first time the vehicle just died for no reason. I was stopped in heavy traffic on a hill, ready to merge onto the freeway. The light turned green and I stepped on the gas peddle and nothing happened. I wasn't sure what was going on so I put on my hazard lights which thankfully worked. I could tell straight away that the car wasn't even on so I put it in park and turned the key and it started up. This is an issue that needs to be addressed by dodge as it poses a major safety hazard especially if I'm in the middle of heavy traffic on a freeway.
Driving at 50-55 MPH and check engine and other dashboard lights flashed and started losing power. Pulled off to side street a few feet away. I was lucky to be able to get in center turn lane where the car died completely. Power steering also was lost. We pushed car off road where it restarted about 1/2 hour later. Driving home less then 5 miles it died but started again.
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.
I took my car to ntb they stated there was a recall on my car for the transmission and I got online to check for recalls and it sais 0 detected but I believe this needs to be reassured. There was a recall back in 2015 and I would like for it to happen again.
Having to replace heater core and odometer at 47700 miles. Lights are flickering behind odometer. Told sand from casing clogging heater core. This was no fault of my own and needs to be recalled to fix this very big and common expensive problem.
Passenger side blows cold air when heat is on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. While operating the vehicle, the passenger side heater was faulty and only cold air blew from the vents. During the failure, the passenger side of the front windshield could not be defrosted. The vehicle was taken to all-star dodge (11503 st. Charles rock rd, bridgeton, mo 36044) where it was diagnosed that the cooling system was clogged with sludge. The contact was informed that the entire cooling system needed to be replaced. The cause of the sludge was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 34,599.
Engine keeps stalling
1 year ago passenger side began blowing cool air, now only blows cold air. Drivers side used to blow hot air, now only blows warm air. Defrost is only warm on drivers side. Actuator doors have been replaced, still doesn't work. Estimated price to repair >$1200 due to the heater core needing to be replaced.
Brake recall: the brakes grab or slow to stop causing it to not stop in a straight line or jump, flutter or hesitate to brake. Engine recall: got car 6/2017 clinging noise, after 70,000 miles, all oil changes 1000 miles before its due, started after the 2 oil change. Small of burning wire smell. (oil change 4 days go now engine light on) fuel propusion system recall: car seems to shift funny when pushing gas, struggling for gas to flow when pushing the gas.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the engine overheated and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (frank fletcher dodge in sherwood, ar: 501‑834‑7700) where it was diagnosed that the radiator needed to be replaced. The technician also stated that there was no recall and that the warranty expired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. Additionally, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v668000 (seat belts, air bags). The failure mileage was approximately 101,246. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. While driving 50 MPH, the contact observed smoke coming from the engine and the vehicle shook violently. The contact pulled the vehicle off the road and the check engine and electronic throttle control warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the radiator and coolant system failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the alternator failed and had to be replaced a month prior. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
We have 2 of the exact same 2012 dodge avengers on our lot, we are needing a recall extension and possible refund on our expenses for the VIN I provided due to the fact that we have already had to replace this part on the other avenger that we have. It is my understanding that campaign: 13v552000 and mfr campaign: n52 are on all dodge avengers, so to prevent our company for paying for a part that has a recall we are wanting to extend the recall so it covers the avengers made for the year of 2013. Not just the ones made after the recall that was made half way during that year.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled behind a commercial vehicle. When attempting to restart the vehicle, the truck in front suddenly moved and allowed the contact to notice another vehicle heading towards them at high speeds. The contact shifted into neutral, restarted the vehicle, but was unable to gain control. As a result, the vehicle landed in a ditch on the side of the road. The vehicle's front fender was damaged. The vehicle was not towed. A police report was filed. The contact did not receive any injuries. Approximately six months prior to this failure, the vehicle suddenly stalled while driving various speeds. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the tipm, PCM, and orc failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle received a new PCM, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 106,013.
Heater only blows cold air on passenger side. I have been told this is casing sand clogging the radiator, heater core and the oil cooler. This happens as a result of the heater core being the wrong size and chrysler fixing the issue by casting it in place. This is a safety issue for those of us who live in states where the winter gets bad. While driving in inclement weather the snow, ice, or sleet will begin to accumulate on the windshield and passenger window. The sad part is that this is the second dodge avenger I have had with this issue and on both occasions I have been told it is not covered under the powertrain warranty. The bumper to bumper warranty has expired both times before this has become an issue. Chrysler needs to take ownership of this defect and fix it before it causes a death. To have this repair done costs $2500 with no guarantee that it will last.
The heat does not blow hot air on the passengers side of the car. This includes the windshield, causing a safety issue as it only clears the fog on one side. Dodge service shop said the issue is a known chrysler issue, requiring a new radiator, heater core, and coolant bottle. At an estimate of $2235.00. However chrysler is refusing to do anything about it claiming it is not a known issue.
This is the second time that I only have heat on the drivers side. I was told that the problem is caused by casting sand that was in the engine which causes the radiator, heater core, and oil cooler to plug up. Not a cheap fix and I have seen complaints from many others with same issue. Manufacturer aware of problem.
Passenger heater side blows cold air. When changing AC/heater to/from fresh air and re-circulation a loud clicking noise happens. P0306 cylinder misfire when it rains water gets into the trunk though the spoiler.
Poor heating system performance. Sludge builds up in the cooling system and restricts coolant flow to the heater core causing loss of heat in the passenger compartment. Loss of heat also effects the ability to de-ice or prevent ice and snow build up on the windshield in cold weather operation. This can create a hazardous condition as visibility is greatly reduced. Chrysler group llc has no cause for the sludge formation. The only resolution is to replace the radiator, oil cooler, heater core and radiator cap after completely flushing the cooling system. This is to be done at the owners expense and can cost over $2500.
The air bag warning light illuminated. Few days later began hearing a clicking under the dashboard behind the glove box. Received notice for recall. Due to location nearest dodge dealership is 2 hours away. Decided to wait. A short time later, the car began to lose power briefly intermittently. Once again, due to location decided to wait. Two days ago the car stalled completely while traveling at 45 miles per hour. No steering, no brakes, nothing. Scared me. Trying to find someone locally to look at it. Today it died in the middle of a very busy intersection. Once again, coming to the intersection the car dropped below 1,000 rpms and then dies.
The heater is blowing warm air from the drivers side but cold air on the passenger side. I took it to a mechanic and he said he thinks the heater core is blocked. I have looked at other complaints with the same exact situation and have come to find that it is a manufactures defect. My passengers freeze and the front window only defrosts on the drivers side causing poor visibility on the passenger side. The average cost to repair is around $1200 and I don't think car owners should have to pay that kind of money on an issue that was caused by the manufacturer. I would think that it would cause further damage to the engine if certain parts are not receiving coolant.
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