2012 Dodge Avenger Suspension Problems

“In late june got a flat tire. When I went to put on the spare noticed both rear tires had worn thru the steel on the inside shoulder. Took to a local dealership and they told me must be the alignment. Car was just under the 1 year anniversary date but just over the mileage for the warranty. I had to pay for an alignment and new tires. Alignment showed three of the wheels in spec and the fourth .03 degrees out of spec which the dealer said wasn't enough out to cause that bad of wear on the tires. Contacted chrysler but no help. …”

“There are 3 members of this family, usually only 2 are in the car at all times. This time, we had 2 extra passengers in the back plus their car tire that needed repair in the trunk. We were driving and hit a dip in the road, not a big one, and the rear passenger side tire rubbed against the car. It is not the shocks because they are not there to hold up the car, only to absorb the shock. The tire has markings left behind where it rubbed. That is a suspension issue. I have only had the car 4 weeks. The salesman tried to convince me it is a normal thing on all vehicles. I wasn't born yesterday.”

“Vehicle was purchased new on january 28,2012. The vehicles tires wore very fast and the front tires had to be replaced within 15,000 miles. On may 6,2013, both tie rods had to be replaced at 25,000 miles. The vehicle is at 30,000 miles and will have to go back to the shop due to strange noise while steering.”

“Vehicle was purchased new on january 28, 2012. The tires went completely bald by 12,000 miles. On may 28,2013 at 33,000 miles, both tie rods had to be replaced. The front brake rotors were wrapped and had to be replaced. The tires will wear very fast and poses a safety hazard.”

“07/07/12, 16,214 miles: vehicle went into service department for 16000 mile routine maintenance, to include: lube, oil, filter; tire rotation; air filter; inspect brake linings; inspect exhaust system; and inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play. It was discovered during that routine service that the goodyear eagle lsii tires on my car showed signs of sidewall separation. Tires were replaced at owner expense, 07/10/12 at 16,463 mileage. …”