Dodge Avenger years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Dodge Avenger years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2013 has the most complaints per year, at 24 (548 complaints). 2012 through 2014 are in that same range. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2014 at 18 (from 205 complaints), 2012 at 21 (from 553 complaints), and 2013 at 24 (from 548 complaints). On the 2013 Dodge Avenger, 57 of 548 complaints name Air bags.
Data as of .
Dodge Avenger reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Dodge Avenger. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 → Fewest | 18 | 205 | 1 | Air bags, Seat belts | 23 |
| 2013 → Most | 24 | 548 | 5 | Air bags | 22.7 |
| 2012 → Fewest | 21 | 553 | 3 | Visibility and wipers | 23 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 5W-20 (2.4L and 3.6L) · 4.6 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 225/55R17, 225/50R18 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 16V-668 covers certain 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger and other FCA models: the Occupant Restraint Controller may experience a solder joint crack that can disable the air bag system warning lamp and affect air bag deployment. Recall 13V-043 covers certain 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles that may have a gas tank with a broken control valve in the fuel tank. Recall 17V-640 covers certain 2012-2013 Avenger vehicles where a component within the ORC may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying.
Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Avenger years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2014 at 18 (from 205 complaints), 2012 at 21 (from 553 complaints), and 2013 at 24 (from 548 complaints).
Which Dodge Avenger year has the most owner complaints?
2013 has the most complaints per year, at 24 (548 complaints). 2012 through 2014 are in that same range. On the 2013 Dodge Avenger, 57 of 548 complaints name Air bags.
How do Dodge Avenger owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Dodge Avenger years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
What oil does a Dodge Avenger take?
Viscosity and capacity depend on engine and model year; use the generation specs here and confirm in the owner's manual.
What generation is the 2013 Dodge Avenger?
JS generation (2012-2014) for the US years this site tracks.
What tire sizes does a Dodge Avenger use?
Common US sizes include 225/55R17 and 225/50R18 depending on trim.