Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 1995 Dodge Avenger
NHTSA data on file today
The 1995 Dodge Avenger has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 195 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #07E055000 AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLIES/LEAKS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V421002 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/LOWER BALL JOINT BOOT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #99V066003 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/LOWER BALL JOINT BOOT NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 56 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34 complaints
- Electrical System 18 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 18 complaints
- Power Train 16 complaints
- Air Bags 15 complaints
Of the 195 complaints on file, 24 report a crash and 3 a fire; across all 195 complaints, owners report 12 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 1995 Dodge Avenger shows a below-average reliability outlook with 195 complaints and 3 recall campaigns. The majority of issues relate to the suspension and braking systems, as indicated by numerous complaints. Limited recall campaigns suggest some concerns are unaddressed. Evidence is moderate, and problem prevalence isn't overwhelming but notable.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| suspension | Unknown | $400–$1,200 | common |
| brake system | Unknown | $300–$800 | common |
| electrical system | Unknown | $200–$600 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections and service
- Suspension check and service
- Engine coolant replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Battery replacement
- Tire rotations
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual suspension noises
- Brake pedal feels soft
- Battery or electrical issues
- Warning lights on dashboard
- Vibrations while braking
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1995 Dodge Avenger at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.