2008 Dodge Avenger Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2008 Dodge Avenger has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 832 complaints with NHTSA, including 36 crashes, 26 fires, 34 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (237 reports).

6Recalls
832Owner complaints
36Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2008 Dodge Avenger recalls

Electrical System:Wiring

Recall 08V152Apr 2, 2008180,963 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly

Recall 07V473Oct 10, 2007102,042 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 07V426Sep 13, 20071,158 vehicles affected

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Recall 07V414Sep 12, 200772,333 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 07V240Jun 13, 2007798 vehicles affected

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Recall 07V104Mar 15, 200711,191 vehicles affected

Most common 2008 Dodge Avenger problems

Problem areas named in the 832 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train237
Electrical System220
Vehicle Speed Control138
Engine116
Air Bags97
Engine And Engine Cooling61
Unknown Or Other47
Fuel/Propulsion System42
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)31
Fuel System, Gasoline26

What owners report

2026-10-24, Engine
So a month ago the car started running hot I’m unsure what the cause maybe and my reservoir has cracked. When I turn the ac or heat on the car begins to run hot as well.
2025-11-09, Air Bags
My 2008 Dodge Avenger airbag light has been on for a while, I believe that’s something that is defective and should be fixed by the manufacture. I’d called a dealership and was told it was not a recall and therefore not covered. When the wipers are turned on in the morning and then turned off, they continue to wipe even turned off. When I use the right blinker, the light in the dashboard dims seems like an electrical problem. I believe other things might be wrong but I’m not a mechanic. I would like my car to get inspected for safety. Thank you.
2025-10-26, Service Brakes
Breaking system failed, it is available for inspection, I told the state trooper what happened along with several police officers, they agreed that the breaking system was not supposed to lock up which caused the car to skid several feet and the end results are that a very bad wreck happened which left my car undrivable and locked up, the car front disk breaks , front wheel drive,there not suppose to lock up. The air bag did go off, there was no warning sign to let you know you were going to crash, the car picked up speed even while the breaks were fully pushed to the floor when the car did not slow down this caused a wreck and totaled the front of my car resulting in the frame being severe
2025-04-07, Electrical System
The recalls associated to my vehicle are the same exact problems I am experiencing. My car is stalling and stalled on the highway. I couldn’t accelerate and had to drive with my hazards.
2024-11-30, Steering
NO ACCIDENTS REARS TIRES LEANING INWARDS

2008 Dodge Avenger questions

Does the 2008 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2008 Dodge Avenger: Electrical System:Wiring; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Avenger?

Based on 832 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (237), Electrical System (220), Vehicle Speed Control (138).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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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