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This 2010 Dodge Avenger has 163 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2010 Dodge Avenger Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2010 Dodge Avenger trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2010 Dodge Avenger Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2010 Dodge Avenger has 163 owner complaints, 16 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Avenger
- Model year
- 2010
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 163
- Crash-related complaints
- 16
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 22
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 27
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Optional
Common problems
Most common 2010 Dodge Avenger problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Airbag Malfunctions
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Airbag Malfunctions, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2010 Dodge Avenger?
This DODGE AVENGER year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2010 Dodge Avenger
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The DODGE AVENGER has 163 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. 16 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 163 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 3 federal recall campaigns
- 16 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2010 Dodge Avenger complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Dodge Avenger. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 40 | — | 6 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 37 | 12 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 29 | 1 | 3 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 27 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 17 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 15 | 3 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 13 | 3 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2010 Dodge Avenger. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
brakes are bad paint and body arent in good condition have had some stalling problems
Every time I start my car, the airbag lights stays on. It will not turn off.
Right turn signal has gone dismantled. It works erratically. Previously Baxter changed it. It had warranty for 3 years or 36000 miles. 3 years has passed but it did not surpassed 36000 miles yet. New motherboard of this system unavailable in market.
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while attempting to lower the driver's side window, the window fell off the track and fell into the door panel. The contact stated that the failure became a regular occurrence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mecha…
Airbag lights turns on and off and I think it's a manufacturer problem with the harness behind or under the seat. I read it's a common problem.
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced an electrical short. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon invest…
Car won’t move in drive or reverse
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while attempting to make a left turn while driving approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle started rattling at the front-end of the vehicle. The vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact shifted to park, turned off and t…
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle would not immediately restart. The vehicle was taken to the local me…
The transmission began slipping on Saturday, July 23, 2022 with 120,000 miles on the odometer. The car was driving normally then suddenly went into neutral causing it to slow down and back up traffic until I manually changed to a lower gear. The car was also doing this change to …
While I was driving my car began to smoke, there was no warning lights on my dashboard & my temperature gage was in the middle, indicating my car was not overheated. I pulled over put the vehicle in park & it became completely engulfed in flames. My car is a total loss!
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would not properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. Also, while operating the vehicle a knocking noise was present coming from the engine when the air con…
I was reversing out of a parking spot and when I tried to go forward, the car kept wanting to go in reverse. The shifter then became stuck in park and would not move to another gear. I was in the middle of the road now blocking traffic. The dashboard still showed I was in reverse…
CAR CUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. DRIVING IN THE INTERSTATE AT 55 MPH THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF. NO WARNING SIGNS WERE GIVEN, THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN PRESSING THE GAS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE RANDOMLY LOSS MOTIVE POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED …
THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE AIRBAG SYSTEM, WHICH I HAVE TAKEN TO GET FIXED. THERE IS A AIRBAG LIGHT NOW FLASHING ON AND OFF AND I AM TOO AFRAID TO DRIVE IT. WHEN I ASKED ABOUT THE DEALERSHIP SHIP SHEWED ME AWAY AND SAID MAYBE IT'S THE WIRING, WELL HELL I DIDN'T WIRE IT MYSELF. I WA…
A DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHT IS ON THAT INDICATES A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT AIR BAGS. I HAVE A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. MY MECHANIC RECENTLY ADVISED ME TO GET THIS CHECKED OUT AS A RECALL.
I KEEP HAVING THE VEHICLE FIXED AND THEN THEY KEEP TELLING ME NOTHING ELSE NEEDS TO BE FIXED WITH IT. IT KEEPS PULLINGN WHEN I COME TO A STOP AND THEN DECELERATES WHILE I'M DRIVING AND I HAVE TO PULL OVER ON THE HIGHWAY OR PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY AND START THE CAR AGAIN. NO LIGHTS C…
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER
THE VEHICLE ON THREE SEPARATE TURN AROUNDS DID THE SAME THING AFTER 3 PLUS HRS OF DRIVING STOPPING SHIFTING INTO REVERSE THEN DRIVE. NEAR THE END OF THE RURAL/LOCAL 4 STRAIGHT HRS TRANSMISSION APPEARED TO NOT SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. EACH TIME THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STO…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Safety recalls
2010 Dodge Avenger recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2010 Dodge Avenger. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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Questions
2010 Dodge Avenger buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2010 Dodge Avenger reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 163 owner complaints, 16 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. This DODGE AVENGER year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Dodge Avenger?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (40 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (37 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (29 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Dodge Avenger?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2010 Dodge Avenger?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2010 Dodge Avenger, NHTSA complaints include 16 crash-related reports and 8 fire reports out of 163 total complaints. 13 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2010 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2010 Dodge Avenger. A major recall area is SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2010 Dodge Avenger?▾
This DODGE AVENGER year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Avenger reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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