2013 Dodge Avenger: jerking or lurching

Filed Mar 25, 2021 · Airbags, Engine · 133,087 miles · FL

The airbag light don't go off at all upon driving when accelerating the engine jerks very badly like there is some power lost going in with the engine I have to press hard for acceleration then it drives smooth then the car shuts off on my an my husband from traveling an when raining the wipers get stuck an moves like a robot so we have to pull over because we can't see due to electric problems with the wiper an this isn't safe at all for nobody car stalling out plus wipers get stuck an the move like a robot not safe

Filed Mar 6, 2021 · Driver assistance, Engine · 89,000 miles · MO

When I'm driving and come to a stop then start driving the car stalls and jerks also sends out a high squeal even after having all maintenance done on it

Filed Jun 13, 2020 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 121,000 miles · GA

When the electronic stability control malfunction indicator light comes on, my car starts shaking violently, not responding as quickly to pressing gas pedal, jerking, slow acceleration, bogging down when I reach 50 and the feeling of my brakes applying themselves my room gauge sometimes rocks back and forth before and after the gear shift...a weird smell and heat coming from under the car even tho it's not reading a higher temp... I've changed the cps twice and the code will not clear... P0340...this happens all the time but it's random and happens even while I'm driving...or when the car is running for a few minutes in park...random...while the episode is happening sometimes I hear this fast paced tapping and "movement" behind my dash & steering wheel...I've tried everything I can to solve this problem and now I find out my car has recalls...my car dealership never informed me it was on a recall list...please help before something bad happens as I'm driving...I feel like this issue could potentially cause my car to shut down or something could blow up...I just don't know what else to do and I don't want to accidentally hurt someone or myself if I potentially lose control of the vehicle or the brakes completely stop me without me applying them & I wreck or stall going down the highway or interstate... Very concerned and worried about what to do next...when this isn't happening to the car it behaves & drives perfect...it seems possessed or is having a seizure

Filed Jun 3, 2019 · Body, Suspension · 50,000 miles · WI

I have today owned this used 2013 dodge avenger and there are 3 problems that make me cringe. First somehow the back bushings are done on the control arm, it makes a very loud noise over bumps. Second the AC is leaking and now have to take it to dodge because they make it so I cant do it myself and want me to pay 1000 because its a name your price kinda thing, jerks. Lastly after only 6 years I have rust everywhere. I wash my car every 2 weeks but dodge has been known to use the cheapest metal to build their cars. Never gonna buy a dodge again, they make america look bad with the garbage it puts out, how can anybody take pride in the car they own if its crap.

Filed May 5, 2017 · Acceleration, Engine · 61,000 miles · PA

As I was driving my 2013 dodge avenger on the turnpike at speed of 75mph my red warning light that looks like a lightning bolt came on along with the check engine and traction warning lights. My vehicle tended to hesitate ,jerk and reduce speed dramatically. The vehicle wouldnt excellorateno more than 10mph. I attempted to steer off to a brakedown lane but while doing so I nearly got sideswiped and rear ended multiple times. I have looked on line and seen several complaints revolving around this issue. I am not the only driver that had near misses with an accident. This is a huge safety issue! Please look into this matter please, for the saftey of all drivers. Thank you.

Filed Apr 28, 2017 · Acceleration, Engine · 61,485 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle jerked, shook, and accelerated without warning. The contact was able to gain control of the vehicle. On several occasions, while making left and right turns, the vehicle nosedived and the speed decreased. The traction control indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body failed to register and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dodge dealer. The failure mileage was 61,485.

Filed Dec 1, 2016 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 87,514 miles · GA

Driving on interstate and car jerks and then shuts off ! Cars swerve around to avoid hitting me. Thank god! I could start the car back up to get off the road all I could do was cry and pray that no one hit me in the back! That someone would help me to the side of the road! That I would see my children again! Called the tow truck and sat in my because I was not prepared to play frogger with my life! Googling a how to. Unfortunately, for me there was no option. What really, made me mad was that this was a known problem and others have had this situation! The manufacture has not addressed this faulty problem!

Filed Sep 8, 2015 · Airbags, Brakes · 58,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed and there was a jerking motion. The failure recurred multiple times at various speeds. The contact also stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to dealer for diagnostic testing. The diagnosis and repairs were unknown. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Filed Jul 13, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 5,000 miles · VA

This automobile started out misfiring and using a lot of gas ,and we have had it in the shop numbers of times to have the problem fixed know that it getting older the problem has gone from just misfiring to stalling out to jerking at time to a smell of something hot to the gears changing hard also having breaking problems since about 14000 miles the grind real bad had rotors turned and still having that problem today had it checked out several times know we have this problem if we are stopped and turn the wheel to the right or left and take your foot of the break it takes off on it on it jumps all the problems have been reported to chrysler several times we have been on something called the star program .they tried to give me 500.00 dollars for my trouble then later they tried to buy the car back for msrp. Which I would lost money know I have attorney to handle this problem this car is unsafe myself and my family at risk everyday until something is done.

Filed Jun 25, 2013 · Engine, Tires · 8 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the tire monitoring system failed. The tire low pressure warning light was illuminated constantly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times and the dealer advised that there was nothing wrong with the tire monitoring system. In addition, the check engine warning light recently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic was performed which located the failure at the electronic control module. The contact was also advised that the evap canister was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 8 and the current mileage was 2,540. Updated 5/15/14*cn the consumer stated the vehicle would pull to the side, jerk, drive rough/ loud, and had a difficult time gaining speed. The vehicle had a bad odor (comparable to rotten eggs), and the rpms rise to 4,5, or 6. The rotors, brakes, calipers were replaced. The dealer advised the tire pressure fluctuates in very cold/hot weather cause the tire pressure light to illuminate, this is normal. The consumer stated this is false that is not the only time the tire pressure light illuminated. Updated 05/27/2014