2007 Dodge Avenger Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
13/100
#8 most-complained of 9 Avenger years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2007 Dodge Avenger has 2 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 13 out of 100 — #8 highest of 9 Avenger model years. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 100% of the total).
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2007 Dodge Avenger problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine2 (100%)
2007 Dodge Avenger recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 08V152000Apr 2, 2008Electrical System180,963 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Chrysler is recalling 180,963 my 2007-2008 sebring and dodge avenger vehicles equipped with a standard tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). Unused electrical connectors for the tpms may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions including engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling.
Risk: Engine stalling could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will seal the wires for the tpms free of charge. The recall began on april 15, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- NHTSA 07V473000Oct 10, 2007Engine102,042 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
On certain vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the engine coolant may be drawn into the left radiator cooling fan motor connector.
Risk: This can cause an electrical short circuit and result in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connector for contamination or damage, install a wiring harness overlay, and replace the fan motor free or charge. The recall began on november 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- NHTSA 07V414000Sep 12, 2007Structure & Body72,333 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
On certain vehicles, the front door latch cable may become partially unseated from the interior release handle housing possibly causing the latch to stick in the unlatched position or the lock function to become inoperative.
Risk: Driving a vehicle with an unlatched door can result in an unbelted front seat occupant falling out of the vehicle or being ejected in a crash, causing increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will add a secondary retention feature to both front doors. This action will supersede and expand a previous safety recall (please see 07v-104). The recall began on october 29, 2007. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
2007 compared with other Avenger years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Dodge Avenger a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2007 Dodge Avenger ranks #8 of 9 among Avenger model years (Complaint Index 13/100). It has 2 complaints and 4 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Avenger?
- The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 59,000 miles.
- Does the 2007 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2007 Dodge Avenger, most recently reported 2008, covering electrical system, engine, and structure & body.