1995 Dodge Avenger Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1995 Dodge Avenger has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 196 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 3 fires, 12 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (66 reports).

2Recalls
196Owner complaints
23Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Avenger?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1995 Dodge Avenger recalls

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Recall 00V421002Dec 18, 2000393,796 vehicles affected

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Recall 99V066003Apr 5, 1999165,857 vehicles affected

Most common 1995 Dodge Avenger problems

Problem areas named in the 196 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension66
Service Brakes, Hydraulic41
Electrical System21
Engine And Engine Cooling19
Air Bags18
Power Train17
Steering13
Visibility12
Structure8
Seats8

What owners report

2008-11-26, Suspension
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 4 MPH, THE VEHICLE SPONTANEOUSLY DROPPED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT CONTROL ARM FRACTURED FROM SEVERE CORROSION, WHICH CAUSED THE BALL JOINT TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE AND HE IS IN THE PROCESS OF NOTIFYING THE MANUFACTURER IN REFERENCE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 99V066003 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT). THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 142,000.
2008-05-30, Structure
DRIVERS SIDE DOOR HANDLE BREAKS OFF, MOST USED.... *TR
2007-07-21, Tires
TREAD COMING OFF OF TIRE. *TR
2007-02-21, Power Train
TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL OR UPGRADE TO 95-96. *JB
2006-09-18, Electrical System
ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, CAR STALLS AND DIES NOW WONT START, WHEN DRIVING ON RAINY DAY CAR SUCKS WATER INTO THE AIR FILTER AND INTO THE ENGINE, DASH LIGHTS FLASH. *NM

1995 Dodge Avenger questions

Does the 1995 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1995 Dodge Avenger: Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Dodge Avenger?

Based on 196 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (66), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (41), Electrical System (21).

How do I check if a recall on my 1995 Dodge Avenger has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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