2013 Dodge Avenger Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 1%of 548 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 33,111miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 2013 Dodge Avenger, 1% of the 548 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 33,111 miles.
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.
“From date of purchase brand new off the lot 2013 Dodge Avenger 3.6l blacktop edition. Within a few days I started noticing the car would pull to the right. I took it back to the dealership to have the alignment looked at and fixed and they said they re aligned everything and should be fine. After a week I noticed it started to pull to the right again. …”
NHTSA complaint #10895230, filed 2016-08, 57 miles“I have today owned this used 2013 Dodge Avenger and there are 3 problems that make me cringe. First somehow the back bushings are done on the control arm, it makes a very loud noise over bumps. Second the AC is leaking and now have to take it to Dodge because they make it so I cant do it myself and want me to pay 1000 because its a name your price kinda thing, jerks. Lastly after only 6 years I have rust everywhere. I wash my car every 2 weeks but Dodge has been known to use the cheapest metal to build their cars. …”
NHTSA complaint #11217608, filed 2019-06, 50,000 miles“Car began making creaking noises. Took car to dealership and was told that the inner tie rods were bad and would need to be replaced. Was also told that this was the third car of similar make and model that day with the same issue. Car under extended warranty so they will fix it once I pay the deductible.”
NHTSA complaint #10607848, filed 2014-07, 49,222 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while he drove at various speeds, the front end made a loud noise when a bump was hit. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The dealer replaced the rack and pinion along with the tie rod but the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 17,000 and the current mileage 37,600.”
NHTSA complaint #10584224, filed 2014-04, 17,000 miles“2013 Dodge Avenger. Consumer writes in regards to several problems with vehicle and recall notices. The consumer stated the ESC light illuminated. The consumer also believed there was a problem with the rear of the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10558809, filed 2014-01Related service bulletins
- 10244356Sep 20, 2023LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 10170314Dec 11, 2019Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root…
- 10216336Nov 16, 2012Steering Wheel Off Center 3.1 To 12 Degrees This bulletin involves centering the vehicles steering wheel. Steering wheel off center 3.1 to 12 degrees.
- 10061850Nov 16, 2012Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10216334Nov 13, 2012Steering Wheel Off Center 3.1 To 12 Degrees This bulletin involves centering the vehicles steering wheel. Steering wheel off center 3.1 to 12 degrees.
- 10061851Nov 13, 2012Summary to be provided on a future date.
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 2013 Dodge Avenger
154 complaintsEngine
120 complaintsOther or unknown
104 complaintsElectrical system
98 complaintsSeats
60 complaintsSeat belts
52 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
51 complaintsBrakes
38 complaintsVehicle speed control
34 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
32 complaintsFuel system
29 complaintsElectronic stability control
28 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Dodge Avenger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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