1999 Dodge Avenger problems
The Dodge Avenger is a front-wheel drive, mid-sized sedan that was marketed by Dodge. The Avenger made its North American debut in 1994 for the 1995 model year as a coupe that was produced until 2000. The model name was reintroduced to the market as a four-door sports sedan starting in 2007 for the 2008 model year. The Dodge Avenger name had earlier been used on South African market Hillman Avengers in 1975 and 1976.
The 2014 model year marked the end of Avenger production as the mid-sized models for both the Dodge and Chrysler brands were consolidated into the new Chrysler 200 introduced for the 2015 model year while Dodge received the new compact Dart.
Nameplate history
The first use of the Dodge Avenger name was on a badge engineered version of the European Hillman Avenger, exclusive to South Africa. The same car was sold in North America as the Plymouth Cricket between 1972 and 1974. In place of the Hillman engines, this version used a Peugeot 1.6 litre engine (as also installed in locally assembled Peugeot 404s) in order to satisfy local content requirements. The Dodge-branded Avenger was introduced in 1975 and was then renamed Chrysler in 1976. This generation has nothing in common with later Dodge Avengers. After Chrysler ZA was merged into Sigma in 1976, the Avenger was soon cancelled to allow Sigma to free up more production capacity for the Mazda 323.
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Common 1999 Dodge Avenger problems
The 1999 Dodge Avenger, part of the first generation of this model, is known for several common problems that owners have reported. These issues include:
- Broken Door Handle: In the 1999 Avenger, there have been three complaints about the door handle being broken. This can be an inconvenience and may require replacement of the handle.
- Transmission Failure: In the 1996 Avenger, there have been two complaints about transmission failure. This can be a significant issue, as the transmission is a critical component of the vehicle's drivetrain.
- Radio Randomly Shuts Off: Two owners of the 1996 Avenger have reported that their radio randomly shuts off. This can be frustrating, especially during long drives, and may require replacement or repair of the radio.
- Water Pump Failure: One owner of the 1995 Avenger reported a water pump failure. The water pump is an essential component of the car's cooling system, and failure can lead to overheating and potential engine damage.
- Bad Ball Joints: In the 1999 Avenger, there has been one complaint about bad ball joints. Ball joints are critical suspension components, and failure can lead to steering and handling issues.
- Squeaky Brakes: One of the more prominent issues with the Dodge Avenger, specifically the 2014 year model, is squeaky brakes. While this issue isn't as severe as some of the items on this list, it can be an annoying problem for owners who have experienced it firsthand. Some owners have replaced their brakes in hopes of solving the problem, but the noise kept coming back. Dodge has yet to issue recalls or technical service bulletins (TSBs) to address this issue.
- Engine Stalling: Engine stalling is a serious problem that can put drivers and their passengers in danger, especially if they're on the highway. In the Dodge Avenger, this issue has been reported in 2008-2014 models, with the root cause varying from faulty Totally Integrated Power Modules (TIPMs) to throttle bodies that need to be replaced. Repair costs for this problem depend on the root cause. For example, owners of the 2008 Avenger have reported paying an average of $300 to fix or replace faulty throttles, while owners of the 2012 year model have reported paying at least $1,000 to replace the TIPM.
- Engine Not Starting: Several model years of the Dodge Avenger, including 2008-2014, have starting problems. For some vehicles, the anti-theft system may prevent the vehicle from starting properly due to electrostatic discharge, which can affect the wireless control module. This issue can cause wires to short circuit, potentially leading to engine fires. Dodge issued a recall on November 8, 2007, to inspect and repair the connectors in affected vehicles.
- Rough Idle and Stalling: Some 1999 Dodge Avenger owners have reported a rough idle and stalling issue. In one instance, the distributor had a chipped top end, hard gaskets, and was leaking oil. After replacing the valve cover and spark plug tubes gaskets, timing belt and water pump, and spark plugs, the problem persisted. A diagnostics test at the dealership revealed a C/S engine missing and dying at idle, with a history of nine engine repairs. The issue was leaning towards the distributor, and a replacement of the distributor and spark plug wires was suggested.
It is essential to address these common problems promptly to ensure the safety and longevity of the 1999 Dodge Avenger. Regular maintenance and inspections can help identify potential issues before they become major problems.
What is the common problem of Dodge Avenger?
Some of the top Dodge Avenger problems include squealing brakes, a stalling engine, and the engine not starting.
Is the Dodge Avenger a reliable car?
According to carparts.com, the Dodge Avenger is not just a reliable vehicle but also very fairly priced compared to the competition. You will find excellent average scores for the Dodge Avenger's reliability. It's a quality vehicle even though it was discontinued almost a decade ago.
How many miles will a Dodge Avenger last?
You can expect a standard Dodge Avenger to survive around 200,000 miles with proper maintenance, though some will last far longer with proper maintenance. Some Dodge Avengers are okay to invest in if they have more than 100,000 miles, but those without proper maintenance from former owners should be avoided.
Is it expensive to fix a Dodge Avenger?
The average annual repair cost for a Dodge is $634, which means it has above average ownership costs.
What is the common problem of Dodge Avenger?
Some of the top Dodge Avenger problems include squealing brakes, a stalling engine, and the engine not starting.
Is A Dodge Avenger A Good car?
RepairPal gives the Dodge Avenger an above-average reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5.0, ranking it 19th out of 36 compact cars in their lineup. Having said that, below are the Avenger model years you should avoid when buying pre-owned.
What are the worst years for Dodge Avenger?
Here are the least dependable years for the Dodge Avenger:
- 2008 Dodge Avenger.
- 2012 Dodge Avenger.
- 2013 Dodge Avenger.
Do Dodge Avengers have transmission problems?
Avenger owners have made 892 complaints over 13 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 20th in overall reliability out of 29 Dodge models , with real transmission and engine concerns.
1999 Dodge Avenger car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Dodge Avenger problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Suspension problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Dodge Avenger vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1999 Dodge Avenger
The NHTSA has received 65 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Dodge Avenger. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1999 Dodge Avenger vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-12
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I AM A AUTO MECHANIC AND UNFORTUNATELY OWN A 1999 DODGE AVENGER 2.5L V6 AUTO. THE ENGINE IS JUNK. IT HAS HAD AN INTERMITTENT MISFIRE SINCE BEFORE I BOUGHT IT. CHRYSLER KNOWS THEY PUT A FAULTY CAMSHAFT SENSOR INSIDE THE DISTRIBUTOR SO WHEN IT DOES FAIL WHICH IT DOES IN EVERY 6 CYCLE AVENGER, THE STEALERSHIP TRIES TO TELL CUSTOMERS THAT THE SENSOR CANNOT BE REPLACED AND YOU HAVE TO GET A NEW DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY WHICH THEY CHARGE $ 1500 FOR PARTS AND LABOR. YOU CAN'T BUY ONE ANYWHERE ELSE BECAUSE OF THE FAULTY CAM SENSOR PROBLEM AND THEY DO THIS INTENTIONALLY TO GET YOU TO SPEND MONEY ON CHRYSLER PARTS. THEY PUT THE CAM SENSOR IN THE DISTRIBUTOR BECAUSE THEY KNEW THAT MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE FROM THE IGNITION COIL WOULD CAUSE THE SENSOR TO FAIL. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES MORE AND MORE THE WORSE THE SENSOR GETS. THAT IS JUST THE START OF THE ENGINE PROBLEMS. ONCE THE CAM SENSOR FAILS THE TIMING GETS OFFSET AND OVER TIME CAUSES THE VALVES TO GET BENT BY THE PISTONS, AFTER THAT IT'S BYE BYE HEADS AND NO CAR UNLESS YOU BUY A BETTER CAR. IF THEY WOULD PUT THE CAM SENSOR WHERE IT BELONGS, I WOULDN'T BE WRITING THIS. CHEVY FROM NOW ON. *TR
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-25
- VIN: 4B3AU52N5XE
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 1999 DODGE AVENGER AUTOMATIC: WONT SHIFT INTO DRIVE GEAR-RPMS REV UP AND DO NOT SHIFT IN NEXT GEAR ALSO ALARM SYSTEM -HORN, LIGHTS ALL GO ON FOR NO REASON. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 4B3AU52N6XE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE 1999 DODGE AVENGER WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY WORK WHEN IT BURST INTO FLAMES. FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED AND WAS ABLE TO PUT THE FIRE OUT. I WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS ELECTRICAL, NO ONE WAS INJURED. MY CAR IS NOW TOTALED AND WAS TOLD IF I WOULD OF BEEN DRIVING I WOULD OF BEEN KILLED, THE FIRE WAS OUT OF CONTROL. I FILED REPORT WITH CHRYSLER AND WAS TOLD THAT IT WOULD BE INVESTIGATED; HOWEVER, THEY WERE UNABLE TO GIVE ME THE NUMBER OF THEIR INVESTIGATION DEPARTMENT FOR ME TO FOLLOW UP ON THIS MATTER. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-26
- VIN: 4B3AU42N2XE
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PLASTIC HEAD LIGHT COVER BECAME EXTREMELY FOGGY. THE CONTACT HAD TO UTILIZE THE HIGH BEAM LIGHTS IN ORDER TO GET PROPER ILLUMINATION OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT LOCATED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09E025000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING: HEADLIGHTS) BUT WAS ADVISED THAT HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED WITH THE RECALL. THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIRS OF THE HEADLIGHTS SINCE THIS IS A KNOWN SAFETY DEFECT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 55,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-08-14
- VIN: 4B3AU52N7XE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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. *TR
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-09
- VIN: 4B3AU52N2XE
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I HAVE A 1999 DODGE AVENGER. I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 2004 AND I HAD THE HEADS DONE ON IT. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP IN 2005 AND IS STILL GIVING ME PROBLEMS. SOMETIMES IT WON'T CHANGE INTO SECOND UNTIL I TURN THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT. THE O2 SENSORS KEEP GOING OUT. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALWAYS COMING ON. I AM A SINGLE PARENT AND CANNOT AFFORD TO KEEP FIXING THIS CAR NOR CAN I AFFORD A NEW CAR. THE BRAKES KEEP WEARING OUT. I AM HAVING SO MANY PROBLEMS OUT THIS CAR THAT I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO. THE SHOCKS AND STRUTS ARE OUT. THE HALF SHAFT IS MESSED UP AGAIN. I NEED SO HELP WITH SOME OF THIS REPAIRS. CHRYSLER AND DODGE KNEW THESE CARS WEREN'T MADE RIGHT NOW THEY NEED TO HELP THOSE OF US WHO HAVE THEM. *TR
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-03-31
- VIN: 4B3AU42Y0XE
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE AT LEAST 5 WHEEL LUGS. EVERYTIME I HAVE MY TIRES TAKEN OFF FOR REPLACEMENT OR ROTATION OR TO REPLACE MY BRAKE PADS, ETC. A LUG WILL BREAK DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE WAY THE LUGS WERE ORIGINALLY INSTALLED. I HAVE HAD TO PAY FOR THESE REPLACEMENTS AND IT ISN'T CHEAP. I THINK BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM IT SHOULD BE A RECALL SINCE IT IS A DEFECT IN THE PART OR HOW IT WAS INSTALLED. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-07
- VIN: 4B3AU52N9XE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE TRANSMISSION CASING IS CRACKED AND LEAKING TRANSMISSION OIL. THIS WAS FOUND DURING AN INSPECTION OF THE FRONT END, WHERE THERE WAS NOISE WHEN TURNING STEERING TOWARD THE LEFT. ALSO, INCLUDED IN DEFECTIVE RIM SETTLEMENT CLASS ACTION MATTER. *NM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-08-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4B3AU52N5XE
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS NOT ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE COLLISION AND A POLICE REPORT WAS TAKEN. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED TOTALED AND THEREFORE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER. AN AUTO BODY SHOP AND THE POLICE OFFICER EXPRESSED THE AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE WENT OFF AND THE CONTACT WAS INJURED IN THE CRASH.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-13
- VIN: 4B3AU42N2XE
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THERE WAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE REPAIR SHOP WHO DETERMINED THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD SEPARATED AND NEEDED REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALERTED AND EXPLAINED FOR THE CONTACT TO CALL THE NHTSA REGARDING THE ISSUE. *NM UPDATED 6/30/2006 - *NM
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-12
- VIN: 4B3AU52N7XE
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I AM THE OWNER OF A 1999 DODGE AVENGER ES WITH 17" SILVER 5-SPOKE ALUMINUM RIMS. I LEARNED THIS WEEK THAT 3 OF THE 4 RIMS ARE BENT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO VIBRATE. IN ADDITION, THE CLEAR COAT BEGAN PEELING OFF ALL THE RIMS IN 2000.*AK CAR BEGAN VIBRATING AND DRIVING STRANGELY FEBRUARY OF 2005. I HAD THE PASSENGER LOWER CONTROL ARM, PASSENGER HUB ASSEMBLY AND PASSENGER DRIVESHAFT REPLACED. CAR DRIVES BETTER NOW, BUT VIBRATION CONTINUES. BROUGHT CAR TO A WHEEL SHOP THIS WEEK TO REPAIR A 5TH BENT RIM I GOT FOR USE AS A FULL SIZE SPARE. WHEEL SHOP BALANCED THE 4 WHEELS ON THE CAR AND NOTIFIED ME THAT 3 OF THE 4 ORIGINAL WHEELS ARE "OUT OF TRUE" WHICH IS THE REASON FOR THE VIBRATION. THEY ATTRIBUTE THIS TO EXTREMELY SOFT ALUMINUM USED IN THE RIMS' CONSTRUCTION. UPON CHECKING ON THE INTERNET I FOUND THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR 17" WHEELS MADE BY ENKEI? AND FOUND ON THE MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE, DODGE AVENGER AND CHRYSLER SEBRING BETWEEN 1997 AND 2001. SOME WEBSITES REFERRING TO THIS ISSUE WERE: HTTP://WWW.SSHWLAW.COM/PRESS.PHP?CID=0172 AND HTTP://WWW.MITSUBISHISUCKS.COM/CARS/CLASS/RIMS/ECLIPSE/ . *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-07
- VIN: 4B3AU42Y0XE
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO HONOR THE LOWER BALL JOINT RECALL 00V421000 DUE TO THEIR DATA BASE, THE RECALL WAS ALREADY PERFORMED SIX MONTHS AFTER THE CONSUMER BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER NEVER TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL BECAUSE SHE WAS NEVER NOTIFIED. *JB RECORDS INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO OWNER. *SC *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-01-04
- VIN: 4B3AU42N7XE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: NOTHING DONE TO CORRECT EXCEPT TO DISCONNECT SENSORS... JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-07
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4B3AU52N2XE
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WAS DRIVING 35 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE CROSSED IN FRONT AND HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE ON DRIVER'S SIDE. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. NO INJURIES. REPORTED. INSURANCE CO. TOTALLED VEHICLE. *AK *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-29
- VIN: UNAVAILABLE
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FROM 800 RPM'S TO 4500 RPM'S WITHIN SECONDS. THE CONSUMER HAD BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES, BUT THE VEHICLE KEPT GOING. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER AND HAD THE INPUT/OUTPUT SENSOR REPLACED. HOWEVER, THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION RECURRED. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-10
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4B3AU42N9XE
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER SUSTAINED MAJOR HEAD INJURIES DUE TO THE HEAD HITTING THE SUN VISOR. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-21
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS ON MY 1999 DODGE AVENGER WEAR OUT VERY QUICKLY (LESS THAN 10,000 MILES). I HAVE READ TWO POSSIBLE EXPLANATIONS: A MALFUNCTIONING BRAKE SENSOR IS KEEPING THE BRAKES ENGAGED SLIGHTLY AND CREATING EXCESS HEAT AND WEAR; THE ROTORS WERE ORIGINALLY DESIGNED FOR THE MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE (A SIGNIFICANTLY SMALLER AND LIGHTER CAR THEN THE AVENGER) AND ARE NOT LARGE ENOUGH TO HANDLE THE BRAKING NEEDS OF THE AVENGER. IT IS CLEAR FROM THIS AND MANY OTHER AUTOMOBILE COMPLAINT SITES THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE SEBRING AND AVENGER MODELS. IN LIGHT OF THE RECENT COVER UPS MITSUBISHI IS ACCUSED OF PERPETRATING REGARDING RECALLS, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THIS ISSUE BE MADE PUBLIC AND THAT BOTH DODGE AND MITSUBISHI WORK TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM. *LA
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: IN THE LAST THREE MONTHS DOOR HANDLES BROKE OFF WHILE OPENING THE DOORS. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-15
- VIN: 4B3AU52NOXE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE CLEAR COAT PELLED OFF AND MADE MILKY WHITE SPOTS ALL OVER THE ROOF AND TRUNK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-30
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 4B3AU42N2XE
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BACK BROKE AND WENT BACKWARDS. THE SEAT ONLY LOCKED ALL THE WAY BACK OR ALL THE WAY FORWARD. *AK THE CONSUMER LEANED BACK TO RETRIEVE HIS DEBIT CARD FROM HIS FRONT POCKET, AND THE DRIVER SIDE FSB RECLINE BROKE AWAY FROM THE GOLD BOLTS AND ALSO THE WELD TO THE FSB TUBE ASSEMBLY. (TIRE-GT-H M-S) *SCC
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-12
- VIN: 4B3AU42N1XE
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FRONT SEATS IN MY 1999, DODGE, AVENGER, PROBABLY DEALING WITH FAULTY WELDS IN THE FRAME.*AK ON JULY 1, 2003, AFTER HAVING THE SEAT LEANED FORWARD TO ACCESS THE BACK SEAT, I RETURNED THE SEAT TO ITS NORMAL UPRIGHT LOCKED POSITION. HOWEVER, THE SEAT CONTINUED TO RECLINE FARTHER THAN ITS PROPER LOCKED POSITION (I KEEP IT AT ROUGHLY AN 80-DEGREE ANGLE, AND IT IMPROPERLY RECLINED TO ROUGHLY A 65-DEGREE ANGLE). I CHECKED WITH THE DEALERSHIP, AND THE SERVICE PERSONNEL SAID THE FRAME LIKELY BENT, AND THAT IT WOULD BE AT LEAST $450 (FOR PARTS) PLUS LABOR TO REPLACE IT. HE SUGGESTED INSTALLING A USED SEAT AS A REPLACEMENT TO SAVE MONEY, WHICH I RECENTLY PURCHASED AND AM HOPING TO INSTALL SOON. WHEN I WROTE CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE, THEY SAID THEY WOULDN'T FIX IT OR REPLACE IT BECAUSE IT WAS OUT OF ITS THREE-YEAR WARRANTY (THE CAR IS JUST UNDER FOUR YEARS OLD AND HAS ROUGHLY 54,000 MILES ON IT). NEEDLESS TO SAY, I WAS DISAPPOINTED IN THEIR RESPONSE. TODAY, I WAS IN MY CAR AND REACHED FOR MY WALLET. A POPPING SOUND CAME FROM THE SEAT, AND IT RECLINED FULLY. THIS IS ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE. I HAVE CHECKED THE INTERNET AND HAVE COME UP WITH AT LEAST TWO OTHER INSTANCES OF THE SAME PROBLEM, ONE WHERE A GENTLEMAN REACHED FOR HIS WALLET AND THE SEAT RECLINED (HTTP://WWW.CONSUMERAFFAIRS.COM/AUTOMOTIVE/DODGE_AVENGER.HTM) AND ONE WHERE A GENTLEMAN WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND HIS SEAT RECLINED (HTTP://MEMBERS.AOL.COM/_HT_A/GRNCAMARO/OWNERSE8.HTM). I AM CONCERNED THAT SINCE I AM NOT THE ONLY PERSON TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM, IT IS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT, AND I WANT CHRYSLER TO FIX THIS PROBLEM.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-11
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES KEEP BREAKING WHILE OPENING THE DOOR. THERE ARE 2 PLASTIC PIECES ON EACH SIDE OF THE DOOR HANDLE THAT ( WHEN PULLED UP TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDE ) THEY ARE ATTACHED TO THE EQUIPEMENT INSIDE THE DOOR PANEL THAT RELEASED THE LATCH AND OPEND THE DOOR. THOSE TWO PLASTIC PIECES KEEP BREAKING,THEREFORE NOT ALLOWING THE DOOR HINGES TO RELEASE AND OPEN THE DOOR. I REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE IN EARLY 2002 ( A DEALER ITEM ONLY AND COST $ 90.00 WITHOUT INSTILLATION ). TWO WEEKS AGO, THE PASSENGER SIDE BROKE AND I TRIED TO FIX IT (BY PLACING A SCREW BETWEEN THE TWO PLASTIC PIECES AND THEN APPLYING SUPER GLUEING OVER THE SCREW). TODAY THE (NEW) DRIVER SIDE BROKE WHILE I WAS OUT SHOPPING ( SAME PIECES AS THE FIRST TIME ) I WENT TO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR AND I BROKE AS WELL ( BUT THIS TIME IT HELD WHERE I SUPER GLUED IT ) , THE COMPLETE OUTSIDE BAR (THAT RISES WHILE OPENING THE DOOR) BROKE OFF IN MY HAND. THE ONLY WAY I WAS ABLE TO GET INTO MY CAR WAS TO SLIDE MY ARM DOWN THE INSIDE OF THE WINDOW ( SINCE I HAD LEFT THEM CRACKED ). I CURRENTLY CANNOT OPEN EITHER DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDE UNLESS MY WINDOWS ARE ROLLED DOWN. *AK
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-02
- VIN: 4B3AU42N2XE
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,SEATS
- Summary: DRIVER SEAT FRAME FRONT SEATBACK RECLINER AND ENTIRE FRONT SEAT BACK FRAME. ADHESIVE THAT HOLDS PLASTIC DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR PANELS TO METAL BODY DOOR FRAME. ALSO BAD PAINT. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-16
- Crash: 1
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE THE CONSUMER SAT AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED. THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T GO OFF AT ALL. *NLM *TT
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-16
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I HAVE A 1999 DODGE AVENGER SPORT (2.5L AUTO). AT 48,000 MILES THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED ON MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (INFAMOUS A604 TRANSMISSION). DODGE REFUSED A GOODWILL REPAIR, THE CAR IS JUST OUT OF WARRANTY, AND I FEEL THAT IT IS RIDICULOUS FOR A CAR THAT IS 3 YEARS OLD WITH BARELY ANY MILEAGE TO REQUIRE A TRANSMISSION REBUILD. I HAVE SEEN MANY PEOPLE HAVE SUFFERED FROM SIMILAR PROBLEMS WITH THEIR A604/41TE TRANSMISSION (LOOK TO BBS.ASOG.NET UNDER TRANSMISSION FORUM). I ALSO KNOW THIS TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN DEFECTIVE GOING BACK TO IT'S INTRODUCTION IN 1989. WHEN IS ENOUGH ENOUGH, AND WHEN WILL CHRYSLER BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS? NOT TO MENTION THAT I ALMOST DIED WHEN THE LIMP-HOME-MODE SWITCHED ON AS I WAS TRAVELING 70 MPH ON I-95 (THE CAR AUTOMATICALLY SWITCHED INTO SECOND GEAR FROM FOURTH, THE CAR BEHIND ME ALMOST CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF MY CAR, AND THIS CAUSED DAMAGE TO MY ENGINE). I DID NOT GET INTO AN ACCIDENT OR CAUSE ANY FATALITIES, BUT I CANNOT SEE HOW THIS TRANSMISSION OR LIMP-HOME-MODE IS SAFE. HOW CAN THEY SELL A TRANSMISSION THAT DIES UNDER 50,000 MILES? *JB
1999 Dodge Avenger recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 1999 Dodge Avenger.
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: AIRTEX PRODUCTS
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: CERTAIN AIRTEX FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLIES, P/N E7081H, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WALL OF THE FLARED FITTING OF THE FUEL PUMP IS NOT THICK ENOUGH TO PREVENT THE MATING THREADED FITTINGS FROM BOTTOMING OUT BEFORE AN ADEQUATE SEAL IS ACHIEVED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF FUEL AT THE CONNECTION OF THE VEHICLE FUEL LINE AND THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLY.
- Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AIRTEX AUTOMOTIVE AT 800-880-3056.
- Manufacturer: TRADESONIC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE RUBBER BOOTS ON THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY, DIRT AND WATER CAN INTRUDE. ALSO, MMC HAS ADDED THE POTENTIAL OF LEAKING MOISTURE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE BALL STUD TO CORRODE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT TO SEPARATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. THIS CAMPAIGN SUPERCEDES MMC'S PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN, SEE 99V-066.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT FOR WEAR. BALL JOINTS THAT EXHIBIT WEAR BEYOND THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEWLY DESIGNED LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS. BALL JOINTS THAT ARE WITHIN THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE CLEANED AND A SPECIAL SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED TO PREVENT INTRUSION OF MOISTURE.
Negative 1999 Dodge Avenger car reviews
Positive 1999 Dodge Avenger car reviews
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I love this car! It's just that the turning radius is a bit wider than usual, which can make U-turns a bit of a hassle, especially if you're like me and tend to get lost a lot.
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I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with my car that I got back in summer '05. It's a beautiful car that looks like it's worth a lot more than it really is. While it could use a bit more all-around power, you really feel the most power uphill. However, it's still a very fun car to drive, and it handles great. I've been lucky enough to have had no problems with it since I got it, and it's at 97,656 miles now.
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This is my second Avenger. The first one was a 1995. I have found this one to be more dependable than the first. Although I have had no major problems until the last month or so, the Antilock Brake light keeps coming on. I plan to get it checked next week. The dealership had to clean black goo (body coating) off the door sills, but overall, I really like the car. I got rid of the LOUD, ROUGH RIDING Goodyears and put Dunlops on. What a great improvement that was!
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I purchased this car back in the summer of '05, and despite it being a '99 model, it still boasts the best sound system I've heard in a long time. I've only had to replace the battery so far, and while it has a decent amount of power, it could use a bit more to match its sporty body style. Additionally, driving it is a blast, and with my 18-inch rims, it turns heads wherever I go. If you're a fan of this body style, I highly recommend considering this car. It's not only reliable and fuel-efficient, but it's also a joy to drive.
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Coasting by on the strip. With added, many big speakers, the thing sizzles. I used to drive an APV van, but now I drive an accelerated speed booster with leather, extra bass, rims, and da club. Just don't pick up your grandma in it though, the seats are horribly uncomfortable.
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Are you having problems with your 1999 Dodge Avenger?
Sylvan Jacobson 2025-01-03
I purchased this car back in June of 2009, it was a 1999 Dodge Avenger. Unfortunately, after only 2 weeks of having it and being a new driver, the ball joint on the top right went out! This accident was quite scary for me, and the cost to fix it was also quite high ($940.00). Additionally, this car does not handle well when going over potholes or bumps in the road, and the engine has an odd ticking sound. Overall, it may not have been the best choice for a first car. However, it does have some great features such as a sunroof and a stock sound system that are pretty impressive.
Moses Schneider 2024-11-14
This car seems to be costing you a lot of money.
Leonardo Yundt 2024-06-15
When I first bought the car, I had to replace the alternator due to its high mileage of 151,000 miles. I also had to purchase a few other things, but that's to be expected. Unfortunately, the road noise is quite loud, but I was able to improve it by installing better speakers. The power steering pump is also quite noisy, and I anticipate it will need to be replaced soon. Additionally, the rims are experiencing some peeling of the clear coat, which is not very appealing. However, if you're primarily interested in the car's exterior, it may still be a good choice. That's what I did, and I'm happy with my decision!
Imani Hackett 2024-06-09
The car has some decent power, which I like, but unfortunately it has too many problems. The brakes burn out too quickly and the transmission doesn't shift well at all. Additionally, the car clunks on every bump, which can be quite annoying. The ride noise is also quite loud and it's difficult to see out of the back window, especially for those who are not very tall. On the positive side, I do appreciate the power everything and sunroof. However, given all the dangers I've read about on other websites, I cannot recommend this car at all.