2000 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 2000 Dodge Avenger problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Dodge Avenger 2000, several common problems have been reported:
- Radio Randomly Shuts Off: Another common complaint involves the radio randomly shutting off in the 1996 Avenger. While this may seem like a minor inconvenience, it can be indicative of electrical issues within the vehicle that may require professional attention to prevent further electrical failures.
- Water Pump Failure: Owners have reported water pump failures in the 1995 Avenger. A malfunctioning water pump can lead to engine overheating and potential damage if not addressed promptly. Regular maintenance and timely replacement of the water pump are essential to prevent engine issues.
- Door Handle Breakage: Complaints have been made about broken door handles in the 1999 Avenger. While this may seem like a minor issue, it can impact the accessibility and security of the vehicle. Prompt repair or replacement of broken door handles is necessary to ensure the safety and functionality of the car.
- Engine Issues: The 2000 Dodge Avenger has received complaints related to engine problems. Engine issues can vary from minor performance issues to major malfunctions that affect the vehicle's drivability and safety. Regular maintenance and prompt attention to any engine-related symptoms are crucial to prevent further damage and ensure the longevity of the vehicle.
These common problems reported by Dodge Avenger 2000 owners highlight the importance of regular maintenance, prompt repairs, and attention to any signs of malfunction to ensure the vehicle's reliability and longevity.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Why did Dodge stop making the Avenger?
The coupe did not achieve high sales numbers, so in 2000, the Avenger was discontinued. It was replaced by the Dodge Stratus coupe for 2001.
Do Dodge Avengers last long?
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.
2000 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:
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Suspension problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2000 Dodge Avenger vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2000 Dodge Avenger
The NHTSA has received 31 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2000 Dodge Avenger. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2000 Dodge Avenger vehicles.
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-01
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: 2000 DODGE AVENGER ES. AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR BLEW OUT. $1200 REPAIR BILL. MY MECHANIC SAID THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS HAPPENING. *JB
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-23
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE PAINT IS FLAKING OFF THE CAR. APPEARS THAT THE WIND FROM GOING DOWN THE ROAD IS KNOCKING THE PAINT OFF. OR MAYBE THE SUN HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH IT. THE ENTIRE TOP NEEDS RE-PAINTED. *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-21
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: SENSOR IN TRANSMISSION QUIT WORKING. THE FIRST TIME I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND IT COMPLETELY LOST SPEED. I EXITED AND CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. AFTER THAT, IT WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. IT WAS REPAIRED BY A DEALERSHIP UNDER WARRANTY. THAT WAS AT AROUND 20000 MILES. TODAY, AT AROUND 42000 MILES, I STARTED THE VEHICLE AND WAS GOING ABOUT 20 MILES AN HOUR AND COULD FEEL THE TRANSMISSION BEGINNING TO SLIP. I STARTED INCREASING SPEED, AND IMMEDIATELY NOTICED THAT THE RPM'S WERE JUST CONTINUING TO GO UP. I HAVE SENT THE CAR TO A DEALERSHIP TO BE REPAIRED FOR THE SECOND TIME UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY. *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-15
- VIN: 4B3AU42N7YE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I WAS GETTING ONTO THE INTERSTATE WHEN MY RPMS WOULD NOT DROP BELOW 5000 AND I REALIZED MY CAR LOCKED IN 2ND GEAR. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE A694/41TE TRANSMISSION THAT CHYSLER MADE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-15
- VIN: 2B4GP2539YR
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BY THE DEALER, AND 10 DAYS LATER FLEW APART. THAT BELT WAS REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE BE ANOTHER DODGE DEALER, BUT THREE MONTHS LATER CAME OFF, BUT DID NOT BREAK. IT IS NOW THREE MONTHS LATER, AND THE BELT HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF FRAYING.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-26
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I LOVE MY CAR. I BOUGHT THE CAR WHEN IT HAD 40 THOUSAND MILES ON IT, IN SEPT 2002. IN THE MONTH OF AUG. 2003 I CAME BACK HOME FROM IRAQ AFTER 7 MONTHS AND FOUND THAT MOST OF THE CLEARCOAT ON MY BLACK AVENGER ON THE TOP PANELS (HOOD, TOP, TRUNK) OF MY CAR WAS GONE. WHEN I LEFT THERE WAS ONLY A FEW SURFACE SCRATCHES ON THE CAR, THAT USUALLY BUFFED OUT. NOW MY CAR LOOKS LIKE ?!@#$% AND THE DEALER WILL NOT HELP ME OR THE MANUFACTURE. THERE HAS BEEN NO RECALL ON THE BLACK PAINT JOBS IN 2000, BUT MY CAR IS NOT THE ONLY ONE I'VE SEEN WITH THIS PROBLEM. I LOVE DODGE BUT THIS IS THE LAST ONE ME OR ANYBODY IN MY FAMILY WILL EVER PURCHASE IF I DON'T GET SOME KIND OF HELP WITH THIS DEFECT. THE CAR IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD AND IT LOOKS LIKE ITS 25 YEARS OLD. THIS IS NOT RIGHT. I ONLY DROVE THE CAR FOR 5 MONTHS BEFORE I DEPLOYED. IF THIS IS NOT A DEFECT THEN THE DEALERSHIP SOLD ME A CAR THAT HAD BEEN IN A WRECK OR SOMETHING AND LIED TO ME. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-09
- VIN: 4B3AU42N7YE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I WAS GETTING ONTO THE INTERSTATE WHEN I NOTICED MY RPM WERE AROUND 5000 AND WOULD NOT GO DOWN. I REALIZED THE TRANSMISSION HAD LOCKED IN SECOND GEAR. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE JUNK A604/41TE TRANSMISSION THAT CHRYSLER MADE. *LA
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-29
- VIN: 4B3AU52N5YE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN THE CAR WAS PURCHASED 11/01. I WAS INFORMED BY A DODGE TECH THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS GOING TO GO "OUT" AROUND 50,000 MILES. I HAVE HEARD THIS FROM NUMEROUS DODGE OWNERS AND MECHANICS. AT 52,874 THE TRANSMISSION QUIT SHIFTING AND WE HAD TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR ACCORDING TO THE EXTENDED SERVICE CONTRACT THAT I PURCHASED WITH THE CAR. THE CONTRACT WAS WITH AN OUTSIDE COMPANY. THE CONTRACT COMPANY WHEN CALLED ABOUT REPAIRS ALSO STATED THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH DODGE/CHRYSLER PRODUCTS. THE CAR WAS AT THE DEALER FOR 2 WEEKS AWAITING PARTS AND REPAIR.*AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 4B3AU42N4YE
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: STRUTS, LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS AND HUB ASSEMBLY FAILED AS A RESULT OF RECALL 00V421002 REPAIRS. MR *TT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-04
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 4B3AU52N6YE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING. FIRE LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT NEAR LEFT FRONT CORNER OF VEHICLE. POSSIBLE BATTERY POWER CABLE SHORT TO GROUND AT BATTERY MOUNT PLATE UNDER BATTERY. *NLM
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-29
- VIN: 4B3AU42N4YE
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: LOWER BALL JOINTS,DUPLICATE LETTER RESPONDED TO BY MICHAEL JORDON ON 4-1-03 REFERENCE 10004221. THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED, HOWEVER THE DEALER TOLD THE CONSUMER THE PROBLEMS HE WAS EXPERIENCING WERE NOT RELATED. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-30
- VIN: 4B3AU42N3YE
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I HAVE 2 DODGE CARS, BOTH 2000, AN INTREPID AND AN AVENGER. THE SPEED SENSOR HAS GONE OUT IN BOTH CARS IN THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAR 2002. BOTH HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY, CAUSING IMMEDIATE DECELERATION. I SENT A LETTER TO CHYRSLER IN JULY OF 2002, BUT GOT NO RESPONSE. I HAVE THE INVOICES FROM THE REPAIRS AND THE PART # IS THE SAME ON BOTH CARS. *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 4B3AU42N4YE
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE BALL JOINTS, THE DEALER RESEALED THE BALL JOINTS, HOWEVER 5 MONTHS LATER THE HUB BEARINGS, STRUTS, THE UPPER AND LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS AND THE RIGHT SIDE LOWER BALL JOINT WAS REPLACED, CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER FAILED TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM WITH THE BALL JOINTS WHICH CAUSED NUMEROUS REPAIR BILLS, THE DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NONE OF THE PROBLEMS WAS RELATED TO THE RECALL.*JB
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-09-09
- VIN: 4B3AU42N6YE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: NO DESCRIPTION GIVIEN. NLM
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-16
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WAS BENT.*JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-15
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON WHEN DRIVING, AND THE BRAKES PULSATES, AND A THUMPING NOISE WHEN BRAKING, THE ROTORS AND SPEED SENSOR WERE REPLACED
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-18
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THERE WAS BLACK SEALER AND GLUE DRIPPING/LEAKING ON DRIVERS SIDE STEP PLATE.*JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-16
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE DRIVERS WINDOW SEEMS TO COME OFF TRACK WHEN BEING ROLLED DOWN, THE DEALER REPLACED THE WINDOW REGULATOR.*JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-15
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON WHEN DRIVING, AND THE BRAKES PULSATES, AND A THUMPING NOISE WHEN BRAKING, THE ROTORS AND SPEED SENSOR WERE REPLACED
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-28
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT GEARS, THE DEALER FOUND THAT TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING THROUGH A CRACK IN THE TRANSMISSION CASE, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT IT CAME FROM THE FACTORY WITH THE CRACK AND THAT IT WOULD TAKE SEVERAL DAYS TO ORDER AND RECEIVE THE PART FOR REPAIR.*JB
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-16
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WAS BENT.*JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-18
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THERE WAS BLACK SEALER AND GLUE DRIPPING/LEAKING ON DRIVERS SIDE STEP PLATE.*JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-16
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE DRIVERS WINDOW SEEMS TO COME OFF TRACK WHEN BEING ROLLED DOWN, THE DEALER REPLACED THE WINDOW REGULATOR.*JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-28
- VIN: 4B3AU52NXYE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT GEARS, THE DEALER FOUND THAT TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING THROUGH A CRACK IN THE TRANSMISSION CASE, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT IT CAME FROM THE FACTORY WITH THE CRACK AND THAT IT WOULD TAKE SEVERAL DAYS TO ORDER AND RECEIVE THE PART FOR REPAIR.*JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-01
- VIN: 4B3AU52N5YE
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: HAVE ONLY 12000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. HAD TO REPLACE FRONT PADS AND HAD REAR ROTORS TURNED. INFORMED BY MECHANIC (NON DEALER) THAT REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED. UNSURE IF TURNING WILL DO ANY GOOD. DEFECT MATERIAL??? THIS IS UNUSUAL FOR A NEW CAR. AK *SCC ***DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS****750510
2000 Dodge Avenger recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2000 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 2000 Dodge Avenger car reviews
Positive 2000 Dodge Avenger car reviews
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I bought my Avenger new and I'm very pleased with my decision. It's a dependable and forgiving car, typical of the Dodge/Mitsubishi cooperative's 'Diamond Star' vehicles. The power put out by this car is generous and it has plenty of power to keep me in trouble (generally commuting 45 miles each way on interstates at 80 MPH). Fuel consumption is still good at 32 MPG.
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When I was 15, my Dad bought me this car. It has been 5 years since then and I must say, it has treated me so well. It was my first car and I put it through a lot, but it never let me down. I had driven it for 90,000 miles with a new transmission (I was really rough on it) and it never gave me any real problems. It was also very easy to do basic maintenance on. Unfortunately, I was recently in an accident and my beloved car was totaled. However, I am grateful to say that the car saved my life! Every inch of it was smashed except where I was sitting. I am now looking at getting another one because I loved that car so much.
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My dad bought me this paprika red car back in 2006 when I was 18 and living in Ohio. At the time, it had almost 75,000 miles on it. This car has been a part of my life for a long time and has kept my family safe through harsh winters and long journeys. When I recently moved to Texas, it had no problems driving the 1,300 miles here. The only thing to be mindful of is the low ground clearance, which can make it easy to hit the front on the sidewalk or wherever you park. In the 3 1/2 years that I've owned it, I've had no major mechanical problems, just replaced the front tires. With 110,000 miles on the clock, it's still going strong. I'm almost done paying it off and I'm looking forward to keeping it around for a few more years!
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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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Hey there! I wanted to share with you that I bought my beautiful car back in 2005. It's been a trusty companion, with 245,000 miles on it and only one tune-up needed. I've had to spend a bit on repairs, but nothing too crazy - just around $2,000. Well, except for that one time I got ripped off for about $1,500 from the Dodge Dealer. But overall, it's been a great ride!
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Are you having problems with your 2000 Dodge Avenger?
Pablo Padberg 2025-01-05
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!
Uriah Sawayn 2024-11-27
I hope you're enjoying your 2000 Avenger Es! It's a great car for the money, with a sharp look and some pep to it. The only downside is that it looks faster than it drives...
Donato Olson 2024-05-28
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.
Lew Harvey 2024-04-18
This car seems to be costing you a lot of money.
Magnus Becker 2024-02-05
I purchased my Avenger brand new in the year 2000 for a sticker price of $22,740. Unfortunately, it has depreciated in value and is now worth $8,500. While it may look nice, it has proven to be uncomfortable and difficult to find parts for. I have had some negative experiences with Dodge's service and parts, which has left me hesitant to purchase another Dodge product in the future.