1999 DODGE AVENGER PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Steering:

  • Excessive play in the steering wheel, front lower ball joints separated
    

• 2. Transmission:

  • Failure to shift, transmission casing cracked and leaking oil, harsh downshifting, sluggish acceleration
    

• 3. Brake System:

  • No braking action at 40 MPH, premature wear of brake rotors and pads, brake pads and rotors need frequent replacement
    

• 4. Exterior Lighting:

  • Headlight cover foggy, headlights failed to work properly
    

• 5. Engine:

  • Misfire, engine failure, faulty camshaft sensor causing engine problems
    

• 6. Safety Features:

  • Airbags failed to deploy in accidents
    

• 7. Body and Paint:

  • Weather stripping sealant dripping, clear coat peeling off, black tar leaking from doors
    

• 8. Door Handles:

  • Door handles breaking off, difficulty opening doors from the outside
    

• 9. Seat Belt:

  • Seat belt buckles failing, safety hazard
    

• 10. Electrical System:

  • Battery draining, alarm system going off for no reason, black substance leaking from doors, rubber sealing melting during hot weather
    

• 11. Airbags:

  • Airbags failing to deploy in accidents
    

• 12. Seating:

  • Driver seat frame broke, plastic panels coming off the frame
    

• 13. Fire Hazard:

  • Vehicle caught on fire while parked
    

• 14. Tires and Wheels:

  • Bent rims, leaking tires, lug nuts breaking
    

• 15. Other:

  • Excessive vibration in the vehicle, issues with seat back recliner, fading paint, sudden acceleration issues, issues with disc brakes & wheel bearings, no braking power at higher speeds.