2008 Dodge Avenger Recall List
6 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Dodge Avenger, affecting electrical system, engine, fuel system, and structure & body. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Dodge dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 6
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Apr 2, 2008
- Owner complaints
- 831
All 2008 Dodge Avenger recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- 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 07V426000Sep 13, 2007Fuel System1,158 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
On certain vehicles with all wheel drive, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate. This can cause the fuel tank to loosen and leak fuel.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank retention straps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during october 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.
- NHTSA 07V240000Jun 13, 2007Airbags798 vehicles
Air bags:frontal
On certain passenger vehicles, the front seat track position sensors utilized for the air bag system may not function properly.
Risk: This could increase the risk of injury to front seat occupants during certain crash conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front seat track position sensors and replace them free of charge. The recallbegan on june 18, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- NHTSA 07V104000Mar 15, 2007Structure & Body11,191 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
On certain passenger vehicles, the front door latch cable may become partially unseated from the interior release handle housing causing the door latch to stick in the open position and not be secured to the striker.
Risk: During certain crash conditions, the possibility of a door opening could cause an unbelted passenger to be ejected, increasing the risk of injuries.
Remedy: This action is superseded (please see 07-v414.) dealers will add free of charge a secondary feature to both front doors to prevent the door latch cable ferrule from becoming unseated at the interior front door release handle housing. The recall began on april 30, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2008 Dodge Avenger have?
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2008 Dodge Avenger, covering electrical system, engine, fuel system, structure & body, and airbags.
- Are 2008 Dodge Avenger recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2008 Dodge Avenger?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 08V152000, reported Apr 2, 2008, concerning the electrical system.