Wiring Problems of Dodge Avenger

Dodge Avenger owners have reported 19 problems related to wiring (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 Wiring problem of the 2014 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 10/10/2020

Had to replace computer in my car twice. Front driver side headlight wiring keeps burning out. Afraid this car will catch fire with myself and my family in it. Vehicle stopped in moving traffic almost causing accidents. Back and forth to dealerships for guess work. No faith in Dodge anymore. Stopped several more times after leaving the dealership. Was without a car for so long almost lost my employment. Car would start most mornings just turn but not crank. Will upload documents when I go pick it up from the dealership yet again.

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2 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 02/21/2018

Intermittently, when the switch is on they will turn off and on by themselves. Fast to slow and slow to fast. Causes very dangerous driving conditions in adverse weather conditions. This happens when car is moving, obviously in rainy conditions. Most recent accurate 2-13-18 highway and city streets. . Also my air and cooling fan has been running intermediate on high and now is not working at all. Not to mention issues with wiring harness.

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3 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 01/16/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. On several occasions, the vehicle was difficult to start. While driving 40-50 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to south point Dodge Chrysler Jeep ram (5210 s ih 35 frontage rd, austin, TX 78745, (512) 443-9333) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that several engine wiring harnesses needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 08v152000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000.

4 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 10/01/2015

Brake lights out due to wiring problem per mechanic. Brakes lock up and skid. Dash lights flicker and dim while driving. Turning signals not working and all fuses replaced. All problems while vehicle moving or stationary.

5 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 01/22/2015

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to pick up speed upon depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact noticed upon removing the wiring harness there was an internal fire, which burned the components pertaining to the fuel pump that burned into the fuel tank and the housing. The vehicle was not able to be driven due to the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07v426000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

6 Wiring problem of the 2013 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 01/01/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the head restraint warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for NHTSA campaign number: 13v282000 (air bags , electrical system ) however, the vehicle was not repaired. The technician stated that wiring behind the seats needed to be replaced before they could perform the recall remedy. The vehicle was not repaired however, the VIN tool confirms the recall was completed. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The manufacturer informed the contact that they had to stand behind their dealer's decision. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.

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7 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 04/15/2014

The cars electrical wiring is messed up. . . . Power steering is tight at tinge. . . Windows roll up tooo much u hear it grinding. . . . U can't have the heat and radio on at the sane tinge cause it's nothing but static. . . . . It says gascap where the mileage is. . . . . Somtimes it won't show the mileage. . . . . I. Bought this from a dealership. One month ago are they reliable to fix this or is there a legal way I can. . . . . From the looks of it they sold me a car with recall problemsm.

8 Wiring problem of the 2013 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 10/16/2013

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who replaced the wiring harness. The contact also stated that after the repairs the front passenger power window failed. The dealer replaced the master switch. In addition, the contact noticed smoke coming from the front panel. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the hvac control head was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

9 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 10/01/2013

My 08 Dodge purchased at monroe mi, Dodge superstore. I have an faulty electrical system wiring. My vehicle stalls in wet weather, cruise control doesn't work, and headlights malfuntions, they come on automatically. I understand 08 Dodge Avenger has had a recall for this issue. I believe monroe Dodge failed to fix or notify me of recall. I am afraid to drive the car for high rate of an accident. Please investigate, as I appreciate your attention to this matter , before I have an accident and hurt someone. I need car fixed ASAP as I am afraid to drive it. I appreciate your attention to this matter. Thank you. 10/14/2014.

10 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 12/18/2011

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger xt. The contact was driving 55 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted immediately. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who advised that there was a recall for the failure under NHTSA campaign id number: 08v152000 (electrical system: wiring) but the contacts VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 56,000 and the current mileage was 57,000.

11 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 05/05/2011

Vehicle stalling since date of purchase February 2009. Brought into dealership with complaint and they replaced the fuel pump. Problem continued with the addition of a gas smell after initial start of vehicle. Have brought the car in for service to dealership and they could not find the problem. Brought the vehicle in for other complaints and I again told the service dept that the car continued to have the same issue with the stalling and gas odor. The service dept tool my car for a test drive while I was still there and since they could not replicate the problem my vehicle was not serviced for the issue nor was it fixed. I called to have the vehicle looked at once again in February 2011 and was told I would be called by the new person in charge of my car and I did not receive a call. I did speak with someone giving them the details of the fas smell and the stall issue. After 2 weeks of no return call I called the service dept and was told my warranty had just expired and would not be covered. When I spoke to the service dept in February I asked about serveral recalls that had to do with the electrical wiring of the same model and year as my vehicle and was told it did not include my VIN # but there are numerous complaints of electrical issue of these vehicle and the service dept cannot seem to find the electrical problems until the car completely breaks down. On may 5, 2011 my car stalled again and the dealership says it is an electrical problem with the car. My car would stall several times a week while sitting at a light and the gas smell would occur everytime I start the car. The dealership does not know how to fix/find the problem until the car no longer runs. The electrical issue burned out the battery and could have caused a serious accident.

12 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 02/16/2011

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technicians stated the battery and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was aware of recall 08v152000 (electrical system: wiring) and was informed by the manufacturer the repairs had been performed on the vehicle prior to the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 57,300.

13 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 11/20/2009

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. While the contact was driving approximately 10 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted and was able to resume normally. The failure occurred three different times at various speeds. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 08v152000 (electrical system:wiring). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they informed that there was not a recall. The technician advised that the diagnosis and repair would be at the owner's expense. The contact was in the process of notifying the manufacturer to verify the VIN in regards to the recall defect. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired at the time of the complaint.

14 Wiring problem of the 1999 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 08/14/2009

Several 'near' accidents before we were made aware that our 99 Dodge Avenger rear lighting was not working properly. Tail & brake lights have suddenly stopped working, and (or) stay lit all the time at frequent intervals. Had to have the "activator connections" repaired, batteries constantly being drained/replaced, front fog lighting burned out on 3 separate occasions/replaced. Was told by mechanics that the cars "wiring was pulling more voltage than it should". Had to remove fuses to ac, etc. . . To prevent batteries from being drained. Repaired again on 10/15/08 and now experiencing same problems with lighting.

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15 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 05/03/2008

We own a 2008 Dodge Avenger. We received a recall letter (h07)concerning an electrical wiring problem that could cause the car to cut off without notice. We called the local dealership when we received the letter but they didn't have any information about it and said they would notify us when they received information. We never got a call from them. We experienced the car cutting off on several occasions but never when it was a dangerous situation. On Saturday, may 3rd, 2008 at 7pm in the evening my son was driving the car and was braking to stop at an intersection and the car cut off causing him to lose all power steering and power brakes. He attempted to swerve to avoid hitting the car in front of him but was unable to totally miss the car. He hit the car in front of him because the car was too hard to steer and brake due to loss of power. After the accident we contacted Dodge and our local dealership only to be told that our car is not involved in the recall. Some 2008 Avengers are involved but according to our VIN they tell us our car is not involved. This could have been a very serious accident. I don't know why our car is not involved in the recall because we have experienced the problems that the recall notated. We would like the recall to be reevaluated and our car and possibly other 2008 Avengers be included in the recall. Once the body work is fixed on the car, we will take it to our local dealership and have them check out the problem. We are afraid to drive the car until we know the problem has been fixed because next time the accident could result in injury or death.

16 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 01/09/2008

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. Sporadically, while driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. It typically takes several minutes to restart the vehicle. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 08v152000 (electrical system:wiring) and immediately took the vehicle to the dealer for repair. One month after the repair, the failure resurfaced. He called the manufacturer and is waiting for a response. The failure mileage was 17,000 and current mileage was 38,000.

17 Wiring problem of the 2008 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 08/25/2007

A/c is blowing out hot air, I was told by the dealership that I needed to get a replacement computer component. I told them at the time that my car has only 70000+ plus miles and that should not be replaced plus I had older cars and people with older cars never once had to get the ac fix and they have over 150000 to 200000 miles on their car. Mean while back several years ago, my car caught on fire do to hay falling in the road, therefore all wiring/equipment under the hood got replaced. Currently my driver side seat belt does not stay fasten all the time.

18 Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 07/02/2002

Engine has overheated six times already because there was a short in wires. Also, thermostat has gone out six times. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

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19 Wiring problem of the 1997 Dodge Avenger

Failure Date: 11/11/1997

While driving, all electrical components in dashboard shorted out. A few seconds later, engine went dead. Dealer said a wire melted and replaced it. Wires to dome light also failed.

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