Dodge’s Decision to Discontinue the Avenger
The Dodge Avenger was discontinued after the 2014 model year. The decision to discontinue the Avenger was part of a strategic move by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) to streamline its lineup and reduce model overlap. FCA wanted to absorb both the Avenger and the Chrysler 200 into the 2015 Chrysler 200 Series. By discontinuing the Avenger, FCA aimed to focus on the Chrysler 200 as the sole midsize sedan for the Chrysler group.
The Avenger had been on sale in its previous form since 2008, and although it received a decent overhaul in 2011, it had established itself as a popular choice for rental car companies. However, Dodge found that the Avenger’s sales were not as strong as the Dart, and the decision to discontinue the Avenger made sense given Chrysler’s replacement of the Avenger-based 200 with the new Dart-based 200.
It’s worth noting that the Avenger’s discontinuation was part of a broader strategy by FCA to avoid product duplication and give each of its brands a distinctive lineup. The Avenger was replaced by a single crossover based on the next-generation Chrysler Town & Country platform.
Please note that the Dodge Avenger is no longer in production, but pre-owned vehicles may still be available through local dealers.
Contents
- Do Dodge Avengers have a lot of problems?
- What did Dodge replace the Avenger with?
- Why did the Dodge Avenger fail?
- What car replaced the Dodge Avenger?
- Is it expensive to fix a Dodge Avenger?
- Are Dodge Avengers expensive to fix?
- Is the Dodge Avenger coming back?
- What is the most common problems with a Dodge Avenger?
- Why did they discontinue the Dodge Avenger?
- Is the Dodge Avenger a reliable car?
Do Dodge Avengers have a lot of problems?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 11% for the Dodge Avenger, compared to an average of 11% for compact cars and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
What did Dodge replace the Avenger with?
Dodge Stratus Coupe
After six successful years as the “sporty small Dodge,” the Avenger was replaced by the Dodge Stratus Coupe in 2001.
Why did the Dodge Avenger fail?
Transmission and Shifting Issues
While this issue was found in the 1995-2000 and 2008-2014 year models, it was a huge 2008 Dodge Avenger problem. Avenger owners would notice the problem at an average of 93,000 miles.
What car replaced the Dodge Avenger?
Dodge Stratus coupe
Replacement. The coupe did not achieve high sales numbers, so in 2000, the Avenger was discontinued. It was replaced by the Dodge Stratus coupe for 2001.
Is it expensive to fix a Dodge Avenger?
The average annual repair cost for a Dodge is $634, which means it has above average ownership costs.
Are Dodge Avengers expensive to fix?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Dodge Avenger is $541, compared to an average of $526 for compact cars and $652 for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
Is the Dodge Avenger coming back?
DODGE AVENGER FAQ
Unfortunately, the Dodge Avenger has been discontinued and is no longer in production.
What is the most common problems with a Dodge Avenger?
A list of some of the most common issues Avenger owners have to deal with.
- AHR Randomly Deploys. The active head restraints in some Dodge vehicles are handing out free concussions.
- Defective TIPM Causes Multiple Electrical Problems. What is a TIPM exactly?
- Stuck in Park.
- Avenger Engine Failure From Faulty PCM.
Why did they discontinue the Dodge Avenger?
The model scored too low in our Ratings to be recommended. The Avenger was discontinued from Dodge’s mainstream product offerings after the 2014 model year, though it lived on in some daily-rental fleets.
Is the Dodge Avenger a reliable car?
According to carparts.com, the Dodge Avenger is not just a reliable vehicle but also very fairly priced compared to the competition. You will find excellent average scores for the Dodge Avenger’s reliability. It’s a quality vehicle even though it was discontinued almost a decade ago.