Recalls: Dodge JS Avenger
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Dodge JS Avenger
2007-08 model year Dodge Avenger: coolant leak and short circuit
In January 2008, a recall was issued for model year 2007 to 2008 Dodge JS Avenger vehicles due to engine coolant potentially being drawn into the left radiator cooling fan motor connector; this could create an electrical short circuit (PRA 2008/9756).
2007-08 model year Dodge Avenger: front door latches could become unseated
In January 2008, a recall was issued for model year 2007 to 2008 Dodge JS Avenger vehicles due to the front door latch cables potentially becoming unseated from the interior release handle housing. This could cause the door latch handle to stick in the unlatched position or allow the lock function to become inoperative (PRA 2008/9754).
2007-08 model year Dodge Avenger: various electrical problems
In June 2008, a recall was issued for model year 2007 to 2008 Dodge JS Avenger vehicles due to an electrical connector in the unused tyre pressure monitoring system potentially becoming corroded and creating a short circuit; this could cause a range of electrical problems such as failing to start, stalling, a dead battery and inoperative cruise control or remote start systems (PRA 2008/10064).
Problems and faults: Dodge JS Avenger
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.
Dodge Avenger: engine doesn’t start/crank
In July 2008, Technical Service Bulletin 08-007-09 REV A was issued for 2007-08 Dodge JS Avenger vehicles that were manufactured on or before 5 May 2008 because the engine may not crank or start due to electronic lock-up of the Wireless Control Module (WCM) – also known as the Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM) – and the remote keyless entry (RKE) system does not operate. This may occur because of an electrostatic charge within the Wireless Control Module (WCM). To fix, the WCM needed to be replaced.
2008 Dodge Avenger: front door latches may corrode
In 2013, Dodge UK issued a ‘non-code action’ for Dodge Avenger vehicles that were manufactured from 1 July 2008 to 31 July 2008. For these Dodge Avenger vehicles, the front door latches could corrode – this could result in not being able to open the doors, including when people were in the cabin. For affected vehicles, both front door latches were to be replaced (NCA/2013/012).
Dodge Avenger: Other problems and faults
- The Dodge Avenger’s MyGIG sound system may stop working – a software update may be required to fix. However, disconnecting or reconnecting the battery without first removing the radio fuse can damage the MyGig sound system due to voltage spikes.
