1996 Dodge Avenger vs 1997 Dodge Avenger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Dodge Avenger | 1997 Dodge Avenger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 157 | 83 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 71 | 72 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Avenger | Dodge Avenger |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 59 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 18 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 24 | 10 |
| Power Train | 21 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 6 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
1996 Dodge Avenger
1997 Dodge Avenger
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.