40 problems related to engine and engine cooling 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.
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.
We have 2 of the exact same 2012 Dodge Avengers on our lot, we are needing a recall extension and possible refund on our expenses for the VIN I provided due to the fact that we have already had to replace this part on the other Avenger that we have. It is my understanding that campaign: 13v552000 and mfr campaign: n52 are on all Dodge Avengers, so to prevent our company for paying for a part that has a recall we are wanting to extend the recall so it covers the Avengers made for the year of 2013. Not just the ones made after the recall that was made half way during that year.
The heater is blowing warm air from the drivers side but cold air on the passenger side. I took it to a mechanic and he said he thinks the heater core is blocked. I have looked at other complaints with the same exact situation and have come to find that it is a manufactures defect. My passengers freeze and the front window only defrosts on the drivers side causing poor visibility on the passenger side. The average cost to repair is around $1200 and I don't think car owners should have to pay that kind of money on an issue that was caused by the manufacturer. I would think that it would cause further damage to the engine if certain parts are not receiving coolant.
The contact owns 2012 Dodge Avenger. While driving 45 mph, the contact stated that the vehicle powered off and although the contact was able to be restart the vehicle, the failure recurred and will not start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer/independent mechanic for inspection and to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 46000.
Vehicle was purchased new on may 29,2012, vehicle was one of three Avengers purchased. The other two have had the same problems. On November 28, 2012 at 12,940 miles both front tires worn completely down. On January 15,2013, at 16,892 miles the entire rack and pinion had to be replaced. On January 30, 2013 at 17,365 miles , two sensors had to be replaced. On January 30, 2013 at 17,365 , both front ties went bald and had to be replaced. On April 30, 2013 at 25,597 miles, both lower tie rods had to be replaced. On June 21,2013 at 29,526 miles the entire engine went out and has yet to be replaced.