2010 Dodge Avenger
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 40 of 163 complaints (25%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (11) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 67 in 2009 to 163 in 2010.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | vs. 2010 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,600–3,450 | 2,600–3,100 | 2,600–3,100 | 2,600–2,850 | 2,600–2,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–24 | 20–24 | 20–24 | 22–24 | 22–24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–21 / 24–30 | 16–21 / 27–30 | 16–21 / 27–30 | 19–21 / 28–30 | 19–21 / 28–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 370–494 | 370–444 | 370–444 | 370–404 | 370–404 | |
| Complaints filed | 831 | 67 | 163 | 209 | 553 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 36 | 3 | 16 | 14 | 34 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 26 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 7 | |
| Injuries reported | 34 | 6 | 13 | 6 | 35 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2010 Dodge Avenger have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2010 Dodge Avenger?
Electrical: 40 of 163 NHTSA complaints (25%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Dodge Avenger get?
EPA rates it 20–24 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Dodge Avenger?
EPA estimates $2,600–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
Similar Vehicles
EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 370 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 444 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.7L | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Midsize Cars | 19 mpg | 27 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 404 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 28 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 40 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 21 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 37 | 12 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
AIR BAGS; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE; SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER · Campaign 16V668000 · Sep 15, 2016
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Consequence: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · Campaign 10V475000 · Oct 13, 2010
Defect: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING, 300, CHARGER (LX) AND DODGE CHALLENGER (LC), AVENGER (JS), AND JOURNEY (JC), AS WELL AS MODEL YEAR 2011 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUP (DS) VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A SEPARATION AT THE CRIMPED END OF THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Consequence: LEAKED POWER STEERING FLUID ONTO HOT ENGINE COMPONENTS COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE AS NECESSARY THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · Campaign 10V009000 · Jan 11, 2010
Defect: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING; DODGE AVENGER AND NITRO; JEEP LIBERTY, COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE; AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 DODGE RAM TRUCK. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY FORMED OR MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN BRAKE FAILURE WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.