Car Will Not Start Problems of Dodge Avenger

Dodge Avenger owners have reported 12 problems related to car will not start (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Dodge Avenger based on all problems reported for the Avenger.

1 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 12/23/2020

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after multiple attempts with the security light flashing on the dashboard. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic and was informed that the tipm was defective. The failure was linked to NHTSA campaign number: 13v282000 (electrical system, air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included. The contact was referred to NHTSA for assistance. Since the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to fields Chrysler Jeep Dodge sanford (750 towne center blvd, sanford, FL 32771) where it was diagnosed with a defective tipm and remained in the possession of the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

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2 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 09/07/2017

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. While attempting to start the vehicle, the contact placed the key in the ignition and was able to turn the key to the start position, but the vehicle failed to crank. The air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed as having a faulty air bag, which needed to be replaced. The mechanic stated that a recall was associated with the vehicle for the air bag, but the contact could not determine which air bag or the recall details. The vehicle was taken to blake fulenwider ram Chrysler Dodge Jeep (3000 n saint marys street, beeville, TX 78102 (855) 996-5681) where the air bag was replaced. The contact assumed that the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. In addition, the seat belt indicator illuminated on and off. The contact called lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of corpus christi (4313 s staples st, corpus christi, TX 78411 (361) 288-2510) where the dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 13v282000 (electrical system, air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall and did not offer any further assistance. The failure mileage was unavailable.

3 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 04/13/2017

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after multiple attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.

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4 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2012 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 02/13/2017

We hit a patch of slush and ice, the rear tires locked and the car slammed head-on into a concrete pillar. The car's bumper, grille, support bar etc were severely damaged and the car was deemed a total loss. The radiator was folded into a "v". The driver's head hit the steering wheel resulting in a concussion. The airbag never deployed. Before the accident, the instrument panel was flashing on/off when we used the turn signal. The car didn't start or shut off at times. There is something seriously wrong with the electrical system/airbag.

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5 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 12/05/2016

While driving a lightning bolt in parentheses symbol popped up on the dash. Car began idling and would not exceed 10 miles per hour. Then the radio turned off and lights began to dim. So I parked the car and turned it off. The car would not start back up. I got it towed to a local shop for a diagnostic and was told it was the battery. So I got it replaced, that same day about 6 hours later, the exact same thing happened. Thank god we were not on the highway. I researched the symbol and a lot of related stories were discussed. I believe there is some need for a recall because others weren't as fortunate as us. Please take this into consideration because lives are at stake. Thank you.

6 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 01/02/2016

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that after shutting the vehicle off, the engine would not restart. The contact indicated that the 15 amp fuse would continue to blow out and the vehicle was in shut down mode. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

7 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 06/02/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start until after several attempts without warning. The failure recurred each time the vehicle was started. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.

8 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 10/06/2014

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,000.

9 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 02/01/2014

Tl- the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The contact mentioned that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle hesitated and all the lights on the instrument panel flickered off and on. The vehicle shortly resumed normal function. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on two separate occasions. The technician was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000. Pam.

10 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 06/14/2013

I started the car and it drove normally for 1/4 mile. Car then began bucking and would not accelerate over 20mph. Electric throttle light came on. Shop said the electric throttle needed to be replaced. Got it replaced in June of 2013. In August of 2014, my battery light came on. Car drove normally. Stopped after an hour trip. Two hours later car wouldn't start. Received a jump, car started but would not accelerate over 25 mph. Electric throttle light, check engine light, and battery light are on. To the shop I go again. . . Almost two months after the warranty has expired. . .

11 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2012 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 12/26/2012

After driving the vehicle on a short 10 mile drive I parked the vehicle for approximately 45 minutes when I came out and attempted to start the vehicle at which point the vehicle did not start the battery had a full charge and the gear selector indicator on the dash board lit up all gears I attempted numerous times to start the vehicle with out success after trouble shooting I disconnected the negative cable to the battery and left it off for a few minutes and then reconnected it and attempted to start the car which did start at that point I took the vehicle in to my nearest Dodge dealer and dropped it off at the service department the response from the dealership was that they were unable to verify the issue and they promptly called me back and returned my vehicle with no issue found, on the second time I took it in on 2/13/13 for same issue with the vehicle not starting they kept the vehicle again for a day and found no issue but the did reprogram the pcm as per TSB 18-023-12 but again when picked up they said there was no real issue the vehicle is less than a year old and has been in twice for the same problem my concern is that it might happen while im driving or while I am far away from home.

12 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 04/01/2012

I noticed a problem with my car on March 29, 2012 as I attempted to get into my car to run an errand. My car would not start. . . Cranked up but wouldn't start. Never, ever, had that problem so I didn't know what to do since it was about 7:30pm. I left well enough alone until the next morning. Attempted to start car at that point and my car started. I drove over to a goodyear facility to see if they could find out the problem and I was informed there was nothing they could do about whatever problem I had the previous night because my car was starting up. Okay, fine. Well, on April 1, 2012, I was driving on a busy road going about 45mph and all of a sudden my car just stopped on me while driving. As I tried to turn, my steering wheel was like it was stuck and wouldn't maneuver. At that point, I was able to pull to the side since I was close to a sidewalk. I turned my ignition off and waited a few min before trying to start my car again. Tried 2 times, but didn't start up. The third time I tried, my car started up and I was able to turn around to head back home before this problem happen again. I took my car back in to goodyear the next morning after explaining about my car stopping in the middle of driving. They ran a scan and found nothing. After that, I went online and saw on motortrend. Com that a recall was issued on April 2, 2008 which was the same month I purchased my car. I called Chrysler to inquire about the recall because I never received a letter. Was told to bring it into a Dodge dealer, which I did this afternoon on 4/3/12, and they found nothing after running a diagnostic test. Something is wrong with my car, that's for sure. Because a car just doesn't kill in the middle of driving for no reason. A recall is needed for this problem because it appears a lot of other owners are having this same problem. This is a very dangerous situation.


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