1999 Dodge Avenger Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 21%of 62 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 83,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the suspension of the 1999 Dodge Avenger, 21% of the 62 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 83,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10255600, filed 2009-01, 89,000 miles“The manufacturer refused to honor the lower ball joint recall 00v421000 due to their data base, the recall was already performed six months after the consumer bought the vehicle. The consumer never took the vehicle in for a recall because she was never notified. Records indicated that there was no owner.”
NHTSA complaint #10113508, filed 2005-04, 82,000 miles“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 .”
NHTSA complaint #10014278, filed 2003-04, 85,000 miles“The contact stated while driving at various speeds there was excessive play in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the repair shop who determined the front lower ball joints had separated and needed replaced. The manufacturer was alerted and explained for the contact to call the NHTSA regarding the issue. Updated 6/30/2006 -”
NHTSA complaint #10159853, filed 2006-06, 32,000 miles“My car has pulled to the left constantly and consistantly since the day I bought it. It has been in the dealership over 10 times to correct the problem, all the time thinking that it was an alignment problem. The car has been on the rack many times and the dealership reported that the car was in alignment according to specs . The last trip to the dealership resulted in a camber kit being installed on the front right control arm. The pull is not as prominant , but is still present. The dealership has informed us that there is nothing else they can or will do under warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #750126, filed 2001-08Related recalls
- 00V421002Dec 18, 2000Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt…Covers: Dodge Avenger 1995–2000, Chrysler Sebring 1995–2000, Eagle Talon 1995–1998
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 | 3% |
| 2013 | 5 | 1% |
| 2012 | 10 | 2% |
| 2011 | 16 | 8% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 18 | 2% |
| 2000 | 4 | 18% |
| 1999 | 13 | 21% |
| 1998 | 17 | 29% |
| 1997 | 19 | 23% |
| 1996 | 59 | 38% |
| 1995 | 59 | 30% |
Other parts of the 1999 Dodge Avenger
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsTires
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology