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1995 Dodge Avenger problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1995 Dodge Avenger sits mid-pack among Avenger years: 254 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 235, with 3 recalls and 3 closed investigations. Complainants reported 16 injuries in total across these filings.

Suspension leads the complaint categories with 66 reports (26% of the total).

254

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

3

Investigations

30

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

16

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Avenger years?

Avenger NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted1,238 complaints1995: 254 complaints1996: 235 complaints1997: 109 complaints1998: 72 complaints1999: 96 complaints2000: 33 complaints2007: 2 complaints2008: 1,238 complaints2009: 99 complaints2010: 248 complaints2011: 311 complaints2012: 837 complaints2013: 871 complaints2014: 329 complaints2015: 1 complaints
Avenger NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Dodge Avenger problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Suspension6626%
Brakes4317%
Electrical System229%
Engine197%
Airbags187%
Transmission177%
Steering135%
Visibility & Wipers125%
Body & Structure83%
Seats83%
Seat Belts73%
Speed Control52%
Lighting52%
Tires & Wheels42%
Other31%
Fuel System31%
Latches & Locks10%

Does the 1995 Dodge Avenger have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E055000Fuel SystemJuly 26, 2007 · 222 units

Defect

CERTAIN AIRTEX FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLIES, P/N E7081H, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WALL OF THE FLARED FITTING OF THE FUEL PUMP IS NOT THICK ENOUGH TO PREVENT THE MATING THREADED FITTINGS FROM BOTTOMING OUT BEFORE AN ADEQUATE SEAL IS ACHIEVED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF FUEL AT THE CONNECTION OF THE VEHICLE FUEL LINE AND THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLY.

Consequence

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AIRTEX AUTOMOTIVE AT 800-880-3056.

00V421002SuspensionDecember 18, 2000 · 393,796 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE RUBBER BOOTS ON THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY, DIRT AND WATER CAN INTRUDE. ALSO, MMC HAS ADDED THE POTENTIAL OF LEAKING MOISTURE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE BALL STUD TO CORRODE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT TO SEPARATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. THIS CAMPAIGN SUPERCEDES MMC'S PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN, SEE 99V-066.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT FOR WEAR. BALL JOINTS THAT EXHIBIT WEAR BEYOND THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEWLY DESIGNED LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS. BALL JOINTS THAT ARE WITHIN THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE CLEANED AND A SPECIAL SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED TO PREVENT INTRUSION OF MOISTURE.

99V066003SuspensionApril 5, 1999 · 165,857 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE RUBBER BOOTS ON THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY, DIRT AND WATER CAN INTRUDE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT TO SEPARATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE RUBBER BOOTS, AND IF THE BOOT IS DAMAGED, THEY WILL REPLACE THE LOWER LATERAL ARM AND BALL JOINT ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“NHTSA RECALL 99V421002/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 967 ; FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING VEHICLE TO RUN INTO THE WALL. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC SHOP CONFIRMED THAT ACCIDENT WAS DUE TO DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · February 21, 2002 · crash

“WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES, THE VEHICLE SHAKES AND THERE IS EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. HAD ROTORS TURNED ONCE. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · crash

“ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, UNDER THE HOOD, ELECTRICAL SHORT, AFTER DRIVING FOR 10 MINTUES AND VEHICLE PARKED AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 26, 1995 · fire

“CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE SOON AFTER THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE ENTIRE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 9, 2002 · fire

“WHILE DRIVNG VEHICLE AT 30-40MPH, OWNER REARENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE, CAUSING MAJOR DAMAGE TO FRONT END OF VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'SS OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. ALSO AUTOMATIC LOCKING SEATBELTS ON DRIVERS SIDE DID NOT RESTRAIN OCCUPANT, CAUSING MORE INJURIES. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · crash

1995 Dodge Avenger — common questions

Is the 1995 Dodge Avenger reliable?

It is close to typical for the Avenger: 254 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and 3 investigations on file.

What are the most common 1995 Avenger problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (66 complaints), brakes (43 complaints), electrical system (22 complaints).

Does the 1995 Dodge Avenger have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1995 Dodge Avenger. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Dodge Avenger under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Dodge Avenger years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Avenger years to avoid are 2008, 2013, 2012. The cleanest record among Avenger years belongs to 2015.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.