2009 Dodge Avenger vs 2010 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 | 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2010 Dodge Avenger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 67 | 163 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 41 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,500 mi | 75,400 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Avenger | Dodge Avenger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 40 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 37 |
| Engine | 11 | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 27 |
| Power Train | 10 | 20 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 31 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2009 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.