1998 Dodge Avenger Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 12%of 58 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Dodge Avenger, 12% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Dt: when applying brake pressure there was a surging effect as if the brakes were pulsating. The contact determined the rotors warped. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer for confirmation of the warped rotors. The rotors were replaced, but the contact was unaware if these were actual chrysler parts or after market replacements. After the repairs the problem returned. The contact's father consulted a service center that noted that this was a common problem. This has not corrected the problem. No further repairs. …”
NHTSA complaint #10140200, filed 2005-10, 30,000 miles“This has been my second Avenger and I wish that I would have never gotten rid of my 96. This 98 has a longer service history than most of the cars in our small town, put together. Brakes--the car has now had 2 brake jobs in 9000 miles. Each time the dealer has replaced the rotors and bled out the lines.. Can't wait until 4500 miles comes again so I can have new brakes put on it again. Fuel econ--the car is lucky to get 18-21 mpg on the highway. The dealer told me today that these cars are not known for good gas mileage--is that true?? My 96 Avenger got 25-34 on the highway!?!?!?! …”
NHTSA complaint #706858, filed 1999-05“While traveling on the highway he hit the center block while apply his brakes and the vehicle wouldn't stop. And the vehicle flip twice into the enbankment. The vehicle is total. The dealership is aware of the problem. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #8021279, filed 2002-10“While driving at any speed and applying the brakes they make a very loud noise. The consumer took the vehicle in for repair work, but the dealer refused to service the vehicle, and told the consumer there wasn't anything wrong with the brakes. Refused to service the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #828295, filed 1998-09“Vehicle experienced problem with changing brake pads every 9,000-10,000 miles of wear, and making a ring sound. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that nothing was wrong. Please feel free to provide further details.”
NHTSA complaint #866542, filed 2000-08Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 17 | 8% |
| 2013 | 38 | 7% |
| 2012 | 23 | 4% |
| 2011 | 7 | 3% |
| 2010 | 14 | 9% |
| 2009 | 6 | 9% |
| 2008 | 35 | 4% |
| 2000 | 5 | 23% |
| 1999 | 16 | 26% |
| 1998 | 7 | 12% |
| 1997 | 18 | 22% |
| 1996 | 25 | 16% |
| 1995 | 38 | 19% |
Other parts of the 1998 Dodge Avenger
17 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTires
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Dodge Avenger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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