How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have?

NHTSA lists 34 Structure & Body complaints for the 2012 Avenger, which is 6% of the 553 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2012 Dodge Avenger?

Yes, recall campaign 17V640000 covers a possible failure in the occupant restraint controller that can prevent the active headrests from working properly.

What mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up at on the 2012 Avenger?

The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 55,000 miles.

Have Structure & Body issues led to crashes or injuries on the 2012 Avenger?

NHTSA data shows 8 crashes, 2 fires, and 6 injuries associated with Structure & Body complaints on this model year.

2012 Dodge Avenger Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 34 Structure & Body complaints for the 2012 Dodge Avenger, 6% of its 553 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 55,000. Eight crashes, two fires, and six injuries are tied to this area, and one related recall covers the occupant restraint controller.

Structure & Body complaints: 34; 6% of 553
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 55,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners report the underbody or under-carriage becoming loose and partially detaching, including one case where it separated while driving around 65 mph.
Water intrusion into the trunk and cabin is reported during rain, sometimes causing the trunk light and third brake light to fail.
Excessive vibration over road bumps is described along with the loose under-carriage complaint.
A knocking noise near the glove compartment paired with water leaking underneath it when the HVAC vents are used.
The front passenger door handle is reported deteriorating without an obvious cause.
One owner described losing steering control on a curve, resulting in a head-on crash with airbag deployment.

When 2012 Dodge Avenger body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 29, 2013, latest Apr 23, 2025.

34 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2013 to Apr 2025; peak Mar 2015 (3).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2012 Dodge Avenger

NHTSA 17V640000Oct 10, 2017Structure & Body363,930 vehicles
Seats:front assembly:head restraint
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.
Risk: If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.

Structure & Body complaints by Avenger model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20108 (5%)
20118 (4%)
201234 (6%)
201373 (13%)
201430 (15%)
20150 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have?: NHTSA lists 34 Structure & Body complaints for the 2012 Avenger, which is 6% of the 553 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2012 Dodge Avenger?: Yes, recall campaign 17V640000 covers a possible failure in the occupant restraint controller that can prevent the active headrests from working properly.
What mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up at on the 2012 Avenger?: The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 55,000 miles.
Have Structure & Body issues led to crashes or injuries on the 2012 Avenger?: NHTSA data shows 8 crashes, 2 fires, and 6 injuries associated with Structure & Body complaints on this model year.