Suspension Related Problems of the 1998 Dodge Avenger

Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 1998 Dodge Avenger. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension lower ball joint (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (two problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Dodge Avenger


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1998 Dodge Avenger

The Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that since 2010, both lower ball joints failed. The contact was driving 35 mph when the driver side ball joint failed and the tire began to lean.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Avenger. While the contact was driving 55 mph the vehicle hit a bump causing the lower control arm to snap and the suspension to hit the tire and the fender. The vehicle was towed. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor was it repaired.   Read details...

The Suspension problem

While driving at 50 mph vehicle starts vibrating, steering wheel will shimmy. Dealer contacted and is aware of problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.   Read details...


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