Trim Report

Dodge Avenger Heat2008

Includes:AVENGR|Heat
$3,999
Starting From
5
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 5 active dealer listings as of

Min $3,999
Max $6,995
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Safety

6 active recalls on record. Review the safety section before buying

2008 Dodge Avenger Heat Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Avenger Heat

Location data for all 2008 Dodge Avenger trims combined

33States

15% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 33 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Dodge Avenger Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Dodge Avenger trims

High Concern

The 2008 Dodge Avenger's high safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 844 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

6
Recalls
844
Complaints
38
Crashes
26
Fires
Recall Findings
08V1520002008-02-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 180,963 MY 2007-2008 SEBRING AND DODGE AVENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A STANDARD TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS). UNUSED ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR THE TPMS MAY BECOME CORRODED AND COULD SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH CAN CAUSE A VARIETY OF CONDITIONS INCLUDING ENGINE NO-START, DEAD BATTERY, AN INOPERATIVE CRUISE CONTROL OR REMOTE START SYSTEM, AND/OR ENGINE STALLING.

ENGINE STALLING COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

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07V4730002007-10-10
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE ENGINE COOLANT MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE LEFT RADIATOR COOLING FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR.

THIS CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.

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07V4140002007-12-09
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FRONT DOOR LATCH CABLE MAY BECOME PARTIALLY UNSEATED FROM THE INTERIOR RELEASE HANDLE HOUSING POSSIBLY CAUSING THE LATCH TO STICK IN THE UNLATCHED POSITION OR THE LOCK FUNCTION TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.

DRIVING A VEHICLE WITH AN UNLATCHED DOOR CAN RESULT IN AN UNBELTED FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT FALLING OUT OF THE VEHICLE OR BEING EJECTED IN A CRASH, CAUSING INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.

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07V2400002007-13-06
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSORS UTILIZED FOR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.

THIS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.

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07V1040002007-15-03
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT DOOR LATCH CABLE MAY BECOME PARTIALLY UNSEATED FROM THE INTERIOR RELEASE HANDLE HOUSING CAUSING THE DOOR LATCH TO STICK IN THE OPEN POSITION AND NOT BE SECURED TO THE STRIKER.

DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS, THE POSSIBILITY OF A DOOR OPENING COULD CAUSE AN UNBELTED PASSENGER TO BE EJECTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.

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07V4260002007-13-09
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE, THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND COULD SEPARATE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE FUEL TANK TO LOOSEN AND LEAK FUEL.

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERBODY FIRE.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Dodge Avenger has accumulated 844 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train166
02Electrical System81
03Vehicle Speed Control71
04Air Bags55
05Engine37
844 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Avenger Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Dodge Avenger trims

18–24mpg combined
·
15-21city
·
24-30hwy
·
$1,800-$2,450/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2008 Dodge Avenger ranges from 18 to 24 MPG combined. That's a 6 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Avenger - Automatic 4-spd
24mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Avenger - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.7L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Avenger - Automatic 6-spd
19mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Avenger AWD - Automatic 6-spd
18mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2008 Dodge Avenger Heat FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Heat compare to other Dodge Avenger trims?

with 5 listings tracked, the Heat sits in a specific spot in the 2008 Dodge Avenger lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2008 Dodge Avenger page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Dodge Avenger Heat?

Budget for standard Heat maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2008 has 6 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Dodge Avenger Heat?

The best model year for the Dodge Avenger Heat comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Dodge Avenger overview.

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