2008 Dodge Avenger electrical system problems
219 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2008 Dodge Avenger — 26% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“My 2008 Dodge Avenger airbag light has been on for a while, I believe that’s something that is defective and should be fixed by the manufacture. I’d called a dealership and was told it was not a recall and therefore not covered. When the wipers are turned on in the morning and then turned off, they…”
filed Nov 9, 2025
“The recalls associated to my vehicle are the same exact problems I am experiencing. My car is stalling and stalled on the highway. I couldn’t accelerate and had to drive with my hazards.”
filed Apr 7, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Electrical SystemCampaign 08V152000 · Apr 2, 2008
Related service bulletins
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 15, 2023Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 15, 2023(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns
S1121000006RevA · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 19, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Avenger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Avenger | 33 | 16% |
| 2013 Avenger | 98 | 18% |
| 2012 Avenger | 108 | 20% |
| 2011 Avenger | 41 | 20% |
| 2010 Avenger | 40 | 25% |
| 2009 Avenger | 10 | 15% |
| 2000 Avenger | 1 | 5% |
| 1999 Avenger | 7 | 11% |
| 1998 Avenger | 1 | 2% |
| 1997 Avenger | 5 | 6% |
| 1996 Avenger | 13 | 8% |
| 1995 Avenger | 19 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Dodge Avenger
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.