Three problems related to vehicle overheat have been reported for the 2008 Dodge Avenger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Dodge Avenger based on all problems reported for the 2008 Avenger.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and overheated. The check engine and engine temperature warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over to allow the engine temperature to decrease to a safe vehicle operating temperature. After cooling off, the vehicle was restarted however, while driving to her destination the vehicle again overheated. The contact pulled over and checked the coolant reservoir only to find that there was no coolant in the reservoir. The contact added coolant to the reservoir however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then towed to butitta brothers automotive (3012 n main st, rockford, IL 61103 815-962-7914 to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 100,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the thermostat temperature would rise, indicating that the vehicle was over heating. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician advised that the heater coils or hoses needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and they advised that the components were no longer manufactured due to them being defective. As a result, the entire re-manufactured chamber that contains the hoses and coils needed to be use for the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was approximately 123,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the front passenger side window was opened but could not be closed. The window regulator motor was replaced. In addition, the vehicle was overheating abnormally. The contact refilled the coolant reservoir but the failure recurred. The vehicle had also become resistant to acceleration attempts while driving 10 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the dealer was unable to diagnose the failures. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.