17 problems related to body have been reported for the 2012 Dodge Avenger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Dodge Avenger based on all problems reported for the 2012 Avenger.
Was hit from the rear emd amd air bags did not deploy. Back bumper was totally destroyed amd brakes go out fast.
The interior drivers side door handle sliced my finger when I opened the door. . It looks like the metal is separating and is sharp as a knife. . . . My other issue is . . There is a clicking noise in my passenger side dash board. . On the driver side the vents blow hot air and the passenger side vent blows cold air.
The front of the hood on the Avengers has corrosion. Chrysler replaced some of them but not mine even though it was still under the extended warranty. They said it had to be claimed the first year. I think Chrysler should recall all of the hoods because they're all corroded.
This cars hood has flown up and hit the windshield on multiple occasions, even after getting the safety latch replaced it is still flying up while driving at high to low speeds.
Vehicle in total loss accident - struck by vehicle in accident on the driver's side near the door - dublin OH police dept incident # 18000499 - no air bags deployed.
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.
Door on driver side touches side bumber causing dent.
I have continuosly been having problems with my brakes and rotors, engine stalling while driving, and the lock to my drivers side door isnt working properly. I have had my brakes and rotors repaired three times within a 4 month time frame. This is ridiculous. I dont know what kind of mechanical meltdown this vehicle is having. But some needs to provide some answers.
Driving home from work at 5:40 pm, 3 deer ran out and after slamming on brakes the last one was struck, head on. The hood buckled and the entire engine of the car imploded in flames. No airbags went off and the car immediately died. I was able to pull car over to the side of the road and get out of car however, the car burned completely. The car engulfed in flames and the engine, windows, entire inside, everything burned. There is no dash, no steering wheel, seats, front tires, etc are gone. There is very little left and the manufaturer had an investigation done and will not tell me why this happened. My husband has a 2014 Avenger and we want to know if it is safe. But were told my manufacturer representative they would not tell me because they would not want it out in the public.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that upon using the vent controls for heat or a/c, a knocking noise progressed near the area of the glove compartment. The contact also indicated that water poured in excess when the trunk was opened and that they may be a potential leak within a seal and that the front passenger side door handle was deteriorating with no warning. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed. The contact was also included in NHTSA campaign id number: 13v282000 (air bags and electrical system) and stated that the dealer was unable to determine when the part would become available. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000. Dyd.
I noticed several times before this date going down the hwy and the car accelerating on its own. I was at a dead stop and go on the hwy rush our I let off the brake to ease on up and my car went under into a truck doing over $7800. 00 in damages no airbags none deployed I just got my car from the shop on 8/30. I got in the car started it and backed up put the car in drive and it jolted into drive no foot on the gas peddle I had to hit my brakes again then I proceeded home. Still noticed this a couple more times. I didn't think about it at the time of the accident I was taken straight out by ems with a neckbrace. I've sit here confused for 2 months knowing how did this happen knowing it was a brake ease off and brake again traffic and the amount of damage done to the car. My 14 yr old daughter had to convince my mom I was not speeding because of the amount of damage. I will call the shop again on mon am but also Dodge or Chrysler this. I had to pay out over $4k in car rental (no I didn't know I did not hv that coverage. ) I'm now pissed off and confused at did this cause the collision? I've only had this car a year and until that point had never had an accident my fault in m life I did hv one this last week in a rental it was my fault I own up to that but not the first in the Avenger after starting it again yesterday at pickup and this immediately happening and I mean immediately happening again had the shop not already being closed for the weekend and my ride left I would have left the car at the shop. I know of the overhead airbag problems I hv tried to call once before. I will call Monday until my calls are returned please reply to this. I am also contacting my insurance agency this problem and the accident. Please contact me. Thank you toni sutherland 864-678-0876.
Deer started out into road, turned back toward ditch, then ran back out into road, I did not have time to stop or miss. Hit deer all across front of car. Air bags did not go off, seat belt did not tighten up, whip lass on neck and sholder. Total damage to car $5841. 59, why did not safety items on car work?.
We hit a deer and the front of the car was demolished. Upon inspection the next morning, I noticed that an airbag sensor was shattered and just hanging by the wire harness. Airbags did not deploy, I was concerned about this and never got a straight answer from anyone. Now I get a recall notice saying faulty restraint system, I'm not too happy. . .
Hit a deer at 60 mph the car started on fire and completely burned up no air bags went off Dodge investigated but will not tell us why the car burned up.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving in inclement weather, water would drain into the vehicle, causing the trunk lights to fail. The contact also believed that the third brake light had also failed. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000. The current mileage was approximately 43,000. The VIN was unavailable. Tb.
I was on my way to work and cautiously preceded around the curvy road with my steering wheel held to the right. When I ended the curve and tried to turn my steering wheel back too the right it wouldn't turn back to the left. This caused me to crash head on into a tree. The air bags were deployed.
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle would vibrate excesively when traveleing over road bumps. The contact also mentioned that the under carriage was loose and partially detaching from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who stated that the failure was unknown. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 25,000. The VIN was not available.
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