1999 Dodge Avenger Brakes Problems

“I have a 1999 Dodge Avenger. I bought the car in 2004 and I had the heads done on it. The transmission started acting up in 2005 and is still giving me problems. Sometimes it won't change into second until I turn the car off and restart it. The o2 sensors keep going out. The check engine light is always coming on. I am a single parent and cannot afford to keep fixing this car nor can I afford a new car. The brakes keep wearing out. I am having so many problems out this car that I don't know what to do. The shocks and struts are out. The half shaft is messed up again. …”

“Have replaced brake pads and tires numerous times. Check engine light stays on, except for when it starts blinking(will blink 100 times or more before it stays illuminated) maintenance schedule has been followed, most things were replaced before scheduled. Door handle broke off when opening the unlocked door. The car now stalls at red lights and sometimes does not want to start at all. The car does not idle correctly ever, usually about 300 rpms.”

“Multiple problems with this car since purchase. Unknown engine failure problem (dealership was unable to pinpoint problem), transmission sensors failed, rotors replaced 8 times in 4 years, black tar coming from doors, numerous alignment problems, and the big problem - the seat belt buckles keep failing. Passenger side replaced by dealership under warranty. Driver side now failing as well. Huge safety hazard! Dealership says car not under warranty .”

“I have had the rotors replaced on my car three times in the last few months. They have made the remark to me that they have rotor problems with these cars and I should try not to use my brakes. Also I have window leaking problems which the car was back several times for this and then they tell me it is in the owners manual that the windows leak.”

“The rotors and brake pads on my 1999 Dodge Avenger wear out very quickly (less than 10,000 miles). I have read two possible explanations: a malfunctioning brake sensor is keeping the brakes engaged slightly and creating excess heat and wear; the rotors were originally designed for the mitsubishi eclipse (a significantly smaller and lighter car then the Avenger) and are not large enough to handle the braking needs of the Avenger. It is clear from this and many other automobile complaint sites that this is a common problem with the sebring and Avenger models. …”