Takata recall I have a 2012 dodge avenger r/t. Like many other avengers, the heat on the passenger side of my vehicle stopped working. I get nothing but cold air on the passenger side. I've done my research, and this is a manafacturer defect that results from bad casting that causes metal flakes to break off and fill up the heater core until it becomes so clogged that it stops working properly. A simple flush will not do the job, and the heater core must be replaced. This is an expensive repair. I highly believe that this should be a recall, due to the fact that visibility is severely decreased in winter on the right side of the car. This not only puts the driver and passengers in danger, but other vehices and pedestrians as well.
2012 Dodge Avenger visibility complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. While operating the vehicle, the heater would not operate and the windows could not be defrosted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who flushed the heater core, but the failure continued. In addition, while driving various speeds, the vehicle shut off. During the failure, the electronic throttle and esp activation malfunction indicators illuminated. The failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 107,000. *bf. Consumer stated manufacturer was notified on the same day.
I have a 2012 dodge avenger v6 with only the driver side heat working. Upon further investigation as to what caused it there is sand partials in the cooling system from the sand forging of the motor and where there was not proper flushing of the cooling system before the assembly of the motor. It is a closed system so there is no way that sand partials can enter the system and cause that issue. Dodge believes there is no safety issue with it and it is a "creature comfort", but when in face the heat defrosts the windows to enable visibility. With no heat on the passenger side of vehicle the passenger side and some of the driver side is unable to defog, defrost, or melt any ice obstructing the view of the driver. This is not a driver issue, this is a manufacturing issue that needs to be resolved.
I purchased this car brand new in 2012. I have been driving it for about 3 years with no heat on passenger side. This causes no to little visibility on front passenger side window and the front windshield. I have paid to have some of the vendor doors replaced to no fix to this issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the vents inside the vehicle blew out cold air when the heat was activated. An independent mechanic flushed the radiator, but the failure recurred. The contact had an extended warranty for the vehicle and was uncertain if it would cover the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Heat doesn't work on passenger side.
My heater blows cold air out of three of the four vents when the heater is turned on. For one year there was a clicking sound behind the dashboard at randoms times during the day and night if the car was on or off it didn't matter the clicking could be heard inside and outside of the car. At this time when the heater was in use, cold air would blow out of the 2 passenger vents only. As time goes on the vents are being affected one by one. I now have only one vent that blows warm air when the heat is on and the others blow cold air.
The defroster and heater vents only put out heat on the drivers side of the vehiclve. This is the third time the heater core needed replacement fo this same problem. Cost is around $1,000 to do the repair. All have been replace by a dodge dealer. The last time repaired a service manager said it will happen again. Poor design and response. Dodge corporate is useless on this matter.
My 2012 dodge avenger has heating issue. Heat comes out of the vent on the driver side of the car but cold air on passenger side. I have looked the issue up and alot of people are having the same problem. Why is the issue with 2012 avenger not being addressed. I can't drive this car in upstate new york in the winter because it is unsafe. I camt see out any of my passenger side windows or right side of dash because it all fogged up and frosted due to no heat in that side of car.
Passenger side heater/defroster vents blow cold air, while driver side blows warm air.
There is no heat on passenger side, including defrost. I live in a cold climate and not having defrost to clear my windshield is hazardous. I was quoted over 1200$ to fix this and told it is a regular issue with this car. The heat on the drivers side has significantly decreased since the lack of heat on passenger side.progressively worsening problem
There is a manufacturing defect with the heating system that aids in keeping windows defrosted. Every vent on the passenger side only blows out cold air, while the drivers side is warm. The windshield & all windows in the passenger side will not defrost cause extreme visibility issues.
When using heat/defrost cold air blows from the passenger side vents. This causes passenger side of windshield to fog over when its cold outside. Also, the cold air being blown from the passenger side vents will not melt/defrost ice and snow on passenger side if windows. This is a known problem with this make and model car, but didge will not stand behind the issue after warranty is expired.
The heat has stopped working on the passanger side making the defroster not to work. Thos is a safety issue that needs to addressed.
Heater and defrost do not work on the passenger side of the car, leaving half of the windshield fogged up. This causes bad visibility on the left side of the car. Looking on the internet, this is a widespread problem with this vehicle (dodge avenger)
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the defrost system failed to operate on the passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the defrost system failed to clear the window on the passenger side, which affected his vision while driving. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that sand entered the coolant system. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Window defrost and passenger heat /air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin tempuratures near or below freezing during cold weather (blowing cold air into the cabin)
This issue is a defective heater core. Casting and metal shavings clog heater core to where your car cannot heat the passenger side of your car. This is very dangerous due to the car not having the ability to defrost front and back wind shields during inclement weather. The problem arises with how to the heater sits behind the dash. It causes this issue to repeat even if heater core is replaced. This problem is very dangerous and is a $1,000 plus repair that will repeatedly occur nearly every year or so.
Heater core issues from factory fail because of sand built up in heater core so no heat on passenger side and causes windshield to fog up impairing vission
Heat and defrost on passenger side only blows cold air. Only 1/2 of windshield frost clears making it difficult to see out passenger side windshield and window for oncoming traffic, pedestrians, etc. When first turning on, passenger side clicks for 30 -60 seconds. This appears to be a comment issue with this car and is a serious safety concern!
Heater and defroster on passenger side of vehicle have stopped working. Mechanic stated it was due to a manufacturing issue with the heating core and radiator, but dodge will not cover repair expenses. Lack of defroster on passenger side poses severe safety risks due to lack on visibility, especially during cold weather.
Window defrost and passenger heat /air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin tempuratures near or below freezing during cold weather (blowing cold air into the cabin).
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. The contact stated that heat was not coming from the passenger side vents and the defroster failed to function. The vehicle was taken to barbera autoland (7810 e roosevelt blvd, philadelphia, pa 19152, (215) 333-3700) and they stated that since the core tube was not fully corroded on the heating system, it was not covered under the warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
Since october 2015 ive had issues with the defrosting of the front wildshield in colder weather. This reduces visability and with safely operating the vehicle. The left or drivers side gets warm but the right or passenger side blows only cold air. This does not allow the removal of ice or fog off the windshield thus not allowing you to see completely while in motion. It is a known issue with the manufacturer due to poor design and a manufacturer defect. They refuse to acknowledge and will not cover the repair. It is a very costly fix and I feel many like myself cannot afford to repair and will one day if not already cost in human life. My vehicle started with these issues at around 30,000 miles but due to time restrictiin of vehicle warranty it is not a covered repair. Vehicle is now at 60,000 and issue severly affects visibility and safe operation of the vehicle. This should be a recall as it seems to be a very common issue with the manufacture on various models and years.
Heater core issues lead to inability to defrost windows and excess fog in the cabin.
My heat all of a sudden stop blowing hot or even warm. I am unable to defrost my car in the vehicle or keep my children and I warm and I am expecting a infant any day. I took the car in for a diagnostic test and was told that the issue was from casing sand clogging the radiator, heater core and the oil cooler. This is a manufactures defect. A flush of the radiator and heater core will not fix this issue. The cost is $1200 and I don't that kind of money right now and it is to no fault of my own. I don't know what I am going to do this winter.
The passenger side does not blow hot air preventing the defrost on that side.
No heat on the passenger side of car, come from the defroster and heater vents. Only cold air, fine on drivers side.this is the second time
Passenger side defrost vents do not blow hot air, resulting in poor forward visibility due to fog or frost.
The passenger side of the heating system malffunction, so the passaenger side windshield does not defrost and it causes a serious visibility/safety hazard during the cold season, the windshield remains fogged up while driving. I have to pull up several times on the freeway to manually scrape frost off the outside of the passenger side and manually wipe the moisture off the interior. The manufacturer is aware of this problem caused due to faulty manufacturing process which left end products that rapidly clogs and destroys the heating system. Dealers who were confronted with complains admits to this. Dodge avenger 2012 owners complained that they had to replace heater cores and radiators, some as early as 12000 miles and the cost runs from $1200 to $3000. The problem often reoccurs within months because either the dealer uses the same faulty parts or there is remaining residue in the system. Driving in cold weather is not only uncomfortable and unhealthy, but causes a serious safety hazard due to poor visibility through the windshield. There are hundreds of complains in several auto forums. Many reported to the manufacturer and dealers which are overlooked and neglected. Owners who live in warmer climates don't have this problem or these complains would of been more enormous. Dodge avenger 2000,s should be recalled to fix this problem, or these vehicles should not be on the road during the cold season for safety reasons. Some drivers mentioned having to have a blanket for riders in the passenger side to use while traveling which adds to the hazard. Note: a date entry is required to submit this complain but this is an ongoing problem every fall and winter.
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