2014 Dodge Avenger Reliability
The 2014 Dodge Avenger has 205 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and engine. Compared with nearby Avenger model years (2012–2015), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Avenger's typical year, while the 2012 drew 554 complaints.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
205
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Recall campaigns
20
Complaints citing a crash
3
Complaints citing a fire
2014 Dodge Avenger complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 model year, filed between 2014 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 69 | 34% |
| Engine | 42 | 20% |
| Seat belts | 39 | 19% |
| Electrical system | 33 | 16% |
| Seats | 24 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 19 | 9% |
| Service brakes | 17 | 8% |
| Speed control / throttle | 15 | 7% |
2014 Dodge Avenger recalls
1 recall campaign on NHTSA record for the 2014 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V668000 | Sep 15, 2016 | Seat belts — pretensioner | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit,… |
How the 2014 compares with nearby Avenger years
Verdicts compare these Avenger model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 554 | 3 | Unknown or other | Avoid |
| 2013 | 548 | 5 | Air bags | Avoid |
| 2014 (this page) | 205 | 1 | Air bags | Solid |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | Powertrain / transmission | Too few reports |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2014 Dodge Avenger
- Air bags: make sure the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that any air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Seat belts: pull each belt fully, make sure it retracts and latches, and check the belt warning light.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 1 campaign above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2014 Dodge Avenger reliability FAQ
Is the 2014 Dodge Avenger reliable?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger has 205 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and engine. Compared with nearby Avenger model years (2012–2015), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Avenger's typical year, while the 2012 drew 554 complaints.
What are the most common 2014 Dodge Avenger problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Dodge Avenger are air bags (69), engine (42), seat belts (39), electrical system (33). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2014 Dodge Avenger have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Dodge Avenger, including 16V668000 (seat belts — pretensioner). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2014 Dodge Avenger compare with the 2013 and 2015 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2013 has 548 complaints and 5 recalls (avoid); the 2015 has 1 complaint and 0 recalls (too few reports). The 2014 has 205 complaints and 1 recall.
How do I check a specific used 2014 Dodge Avenger?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2014 Avenger, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.