- The problem
- On certain vehicles equipped with 2.4 Liter engines, the engine coolant may be drawn into the left radiator cooling fan motor connector.
- The risk
- This can cause an electrical short circuit and result in an engine compartment fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the connector for contamination or damage, install a wiring harness overlay, and replace the fan motor free or charge. The recall began on november 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Engine & cooling
2007 Dodge Avenger Engine problems
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 Dodge Avenger's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 100% of all its complaints, most recently on January 17, 2012. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Engine recalls for the 2007 Dodge Avenger
Engine complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall sporadically. The dealer repaired the vehicle numerous times, but the failure constantly recurred. The manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 07v473000 (engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly). The failure mileage was 61,000 and the current mileage was 65,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge avenger. While driving 10 mph making a turn, the vehicle felt as though it was running out of gas and seconds later the vehicle suddenly shut off. The contact towed the vehicle to a local mechanic who stated that the engine ceased. The contact towed the vehicle to a dealership where they informed the contact that the failure was caused by an improper oil change. The current and failure mileage was 57,000.
Dodge Avenger engine complaints by year
Avenger engine problems, every yearSource: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data