1997 Dodge Avenger Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1997 Dodge Avenger. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 00V421002Dec 18, 2000393,796 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
  Covers: Dodge Avenger 1995–2000, Chrysler Sebring 1995–2000, Eagle Talon 1995–1998

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. Also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

  Possible consequence: This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion…

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• 97V081002Aug 8, 19971,083 vehicles potentially affected
  Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint
  Covers: Dodge Avenger 1997, Chrysler Sebring 1997, Eagle Talon 1997

  Reported issue: The headrest guide bracket was improperly welded to the seat back frame on the passenger side seat back assemblies only.

  Possible consequence: The headrest support bracket can break, increasing the risk of personal injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat back assembly with a new assembly.

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