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US recalls (2)
Fuel system, other: storage, fuel gauge system
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 91 MY 2009 SEBRING AND DODGE AVENGER EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L ENGINE PASSENGER VEHICLES. A COMPATIBILITY ISSUE BETWEEN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SOFTWARE AND FUEL PUMP MODULE CAN RESULT IN THE FUEL GAUGE OVERSTATING THE ACTUAL FUEL TANK LEVEL. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE MAY RUN OUT OF FUEL WHEN THE GAUGE INDICATES THAT THERE IS STILL FUEL REMAINING IN THE TANK.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 712 MY 2009 SEBRING, DODGE CALIBER, AVENGER, JOURNEY, JEEP PATRIOT, AND COMPASS VEHICLES. A NEW ADHESIVE USED IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MANUFACTURING PROCESS CAN CAUSE THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD TO BREAK.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PCM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Other
2019-08-21 · campaign 2019-420
Issue:
This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones.
Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Safety Risk:
Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.
Other
2008-10-10 · campaign 2008-371 · 132 vehicles
On certain vehicles, a broken solder joint on the printed circuit board of the Power Control Module (PCM) can affect the fuel pump relay performance and potentially result in an engine stall while driving and/or a no start of the engine. Engine stalling would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the PCM.
Owner complaints (67)
Owners filed 67 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Dodge Avenger (3 crashes, 6 injuries reported). Among 15 model years of this model, it ranks #10 for the most complaints (median 157).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Air bags | 11 | |
| Engine | 11 | |
| Power train | 10 | |
| Electrical system | 10 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | |
| Unknown or other | 9 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | |
| Wheels | 4 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Dodge Avenger.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2009 Dodge Avenger 4DR. w/SAB early release | – | – | – | – |
| 2009 Dodge Avenger 4DR. w/SAB later release | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2009 Dodge Avenger version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Avenger 2.4 L Automatic 4-spd | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Avenger 2.7 L Automatic 4-spd | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Avenger 3.5 L Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 27 | 20 | $3,350 |
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