How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have?

NHTSA lists 31 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Dodge Avenger, which is 6% of the 553 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Dodge Avenger?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the 2012 Dodge Avenger's Transmission & Powertrain complaints.

At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up on the 2012 Dodge Avenger?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2012 Dodge Avenger is 41,000 miles.

Did the 2012 Avenger's transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries linked to reports in this problem area for the 2012 Dodge Avenger.

How does 2012 compare to other Avenger model years for transmission complaints?

The 2012 Avenger's 31 complaints (6% share) are close to 2013's 32 complaints (6% share), while 2010 had a higher 12% share and 2011 had 7%.

2012 Dodge Avenger Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 31 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Dodge Avenger, 6% of that year's 553 total complaints. No related recalls are listed. Median mileage at failure is 41,000, with 2 crashes and 1 fire reported.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 31; 6% of 553
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 41,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the transmission violently or roughly down-shifts at low speeds, sometimes while coasting down a hill or slight incline.
Several drivers describe the transmission shuddering, stumbling, or bucking when downshifting between about 25 and 50 mph.
Some owners say the vehicle stalls or loses drive power while in gear, with the accelerator pedal unresponsive until the car is shifted back to park and restarted.
A few complaints describe the transmission getting stuck in a gear and refusing to shift, requiring the vehicle to be towed to a dealer.
Owners report that after dealers replaced the transmission or sensors, the bucking and hesitation during acceleration continued, which some dealers described as a characteristic of this model and year.

When 2012 Dodge Avenger transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 17, 2012, latest Feb 24, 2021.

31 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2012 to Feb 2021; peak Oct 2012 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2012 Dodge Avenger

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Avenger model year

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

201020 (12%)
201114 (7%)
201231 (6%)
201332 (6%)
201412 (6%)
20151 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have?: NHTSA lists 31 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Dodge Avenger, which is 6% of the 553 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Dodge Avenger?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the 2012 Dodge Avenger's Transmission & Powertrain complaints.
At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up on the 2012 Dodge Avenger?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2012 Dodge Avenger is 41,000 miles.
Did the 2012 Avenger's transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries linked to reports in this problem area for the 2012 Dodge Avenger.
How does 2012 compare to other Avenger model years for transmission complaints?: The 2012 Avenger's 31 complaints (6% share) are close to 2013's 32 complaints (6% share), while 2010 had a higher 12% share and 2011 had 7%.