Is the 2009 DODGE Avenger safe to drive?

The 2009 DODGE Avenger has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 08V528000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

What Happened

Your vehicle's computer (Power Train Control Module, or PCM) might have a faulty printed circuit board due to a bad adhesive used in its manufacturing process.

Risk if Unfixed

If this isn't fixed, your engine could stall without warning, which could lead to a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

You'll get a free replacement of the Power Train Control Module at the dealership, and this recall started on November 10, 2008, so you should contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule the repair.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #08V528000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 08V528000

What This Recall Means

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?