1995 Dodge Avenger Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Complaints
254
Crashes
30
Fires
3
Injuries
16
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1995 Dodge Avenger Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#129 complaints
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
Avg mileage:130,808 mi
Crash-related:5
#215 complaints
Air Bags:Frontal
Crash-related:13
#314 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1995 Dodge Avenger.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 29 | 5 | — | 130,808 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 15 | 13 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 14 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 9 | — | — | 105,540 mi | |
| Suspension:Front | 9 | 1 | — | 142,000 mi | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 8 | — | — | 170,000 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 5 | — | — | 52,000 mi | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 3 | — | — | — |
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
29
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
130,808
Air Bags:Frontal
15
complaints
Crashes
13
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
105,540
Suspension:Front
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
142,000
Electrical System:Ignition
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
170,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
52,000
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Interior Lighting
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1995 Dodge Avenger — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1995 Dodge Avenger reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1995 Dodge Avenger has 254 NHTSA complaints, 30 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint with 29 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1995 Dodge Avenger?
Top reported problems: Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint (29 complaints, avg 130,808 mi); Air Bags:Frontal (15 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (14 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1995 Dodge Avenger?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 127,355 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1995 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA complaints for the 1995 Dodge Avenger include 30 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 16 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1995 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1995 Dodge Avenger as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1995 Dodge Avenger?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Avenger reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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