Problems with 1999 Dodge Avenger SUSPENSION

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds there was excessive play in the steering wheel. the vehicle was taken to the repair shop who determined the front lower ball joints had separated and needed replaced. the manufacturer was alerted and explained for the contact to call the nhtsa regarding the issue. *nm updated 6/30/2006 - *nm

The manufacturer refused to honor the lower ball joint recall 00v421000 due to their data base, the recall was already performed six months after the consumer bought the vehicle. the consumer never took the vehicle in for a recall because she was never notified. *jb records indicated that there was no owner. *sc *jb

I have a 1999 dodge avenger. i bought the car in 2004 and i had the heads done on it. the transmission started acting up in 2005 and is still giving me problems. sometimes it won't change into second until i turn the car off and restart it. the o2 sensors keep going out. the check engine light is always coming on. i am a single parent and cannot afford to keep fixing this car nor can i afford a new car. the brakes keep wearing out. i am having so many problems out this car that i don't know what to do. the shocks and struts are out. the half shaft is messed up again. i need so help with some of this repairs. chrysler and dodge knew these cars weren't made right now they need to help those of us who have them. *tr

Multiple problems with this car since purchase. unknown engine failure problem (dealership was unable to pinpoint problem), transmission sensors failed, rotors replaced 8 times in 4 years, black tar coming from doors, numerous alignment problems, and the big problem - the seat belt buckles keep failing. passenger side replaced by dealership under warranty. driver side now failing as well. huge safety hazard! dealership says "car not under warranty".*jb

My car has pulled to the left constantly and consistantly since the day i bought it. it has been in the dealership over 10 times to correct the problem, all the time thinking that it was an alignment problem. the car has been on the "rack" many times and the dealership reported that the car was in alignment according to "specs". the last trip to the dealership resulted in a camber kit being installed on the front right control arm. the pull is not as prominant , but is still present. the dealership has informed us that there is nothing else they can or will do under warranty.*ak

Applied brakes at 40 mph, no braking action. pedal went to floor, vehicle still at dealer. *ak the dealer replaced the rotors. the front end vibrates after being repaired. *yh

Received notice #00v421002. contacted dealership. took vehicle to dealership. had lower ball joints and control arm replaced under recall. currently, remedy has failed 4 months later.*ak this is causing tires to experience uneven wear and lose air. *slc

While going down the road about 45mph vehicle jerks violently. it feels like driver is slamming on the brakes, although driver is not applying the brakes at all. also, checked transmission fluid, and noticed that there was fragments of metal pieces. contacted dealer, will have vehicle towed. this is the third time this has happened. the second time it was taken to the dealer, and they replaced transmission on 03-apr-2000, and now it has to go back to the shop. *ak

While parked rear end caught on fire. manufacturer has been notified. please provide further details. *ak

Nar 04/07/2003 the consumer has experienced numerous problems with the vehicle as follows the replacement of front struts, defective lower ball joints and as a result a new set of tires had to be replaced. to date two recalls have been issued safety recall# 827 and #967 and the motor company declared that the vehicle did not need to be repaired. after having spent over $700.00 in repairs the consumer is disgraced and wants the problem reviewed also have assistance in paying for repairs that are obviously due to a defect. *cb