CarComplaints.com Notes: Consumer Reports road tests has noted deficiencies in the 2012 Avenger with regard to engine noise, acceleration, braking, handling, transmission, fuel economy, driving position and rear visibility. But at least it has a cool marketing campaign ... right?
I have a 2012 Avenger SXT 41,000 with issues with the rear lights, turn signal.
Symptoms:
Month ago:
When used Right and left rear turn signal blink extremely fast - Information screen said replace bulb. They worked, but flashed really fast.
Last week:
When right signal is engaged - Right rear has the same fast blink. When left signal is engaged, the left rear brake light stays on and there is no blinking and the right rear blinks super fast!
Took car to dealer - not a burnt out bulb issue at all, but a "Fried TIPM" and it will cost $1250 to replace!!
The TIPM SHOULD BE RECALLED!!!!. I already had the TIPM "reflashed" for over-stress of the resistor in the occupant control module (previous recall) and now the BS with the lights comes next!!!
I am unfortunately an owner of a 2011 Dodge Durango that has had recalls on the TIPM as well -- had to replace a alternator in that vehicle at 38 months - another $800!
Dodge/Chrysler is losing a loyal customer due to these crappy TIPM's in their vehicles!!!
My 2012 Dodge Avenger had recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIRBAGS. I took it to the dealer and they performed recall "N38 REFLASH TIPM." Before this recall was done my vehicle had no problems. As soon as I drove away from the dealer, my airbag light on dash was on, the left rear turning light and left brake light not working, right headlight not working, right front turning signal not working. I let the dealer know what was going on and they said I had "to bring it back in because it probably has electrical problem".
This is more than just electrical problem, it is a SAFETY PROBLEM. After having the lighting diagnosed and inspected, I am having to pay $1250 for TIPM to be replaced for a new one. I am very upset and in disbelief that I have to pay this for a defective or faulty TIPM module. I feel this defect of the TIPM module should be also a recall and covered by the manufacturer.
- Diana D.,
CERES, CA, US
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I have a 2012 Avenger SXT 41,000 with issues with the rear lights, turn signal.
Symptoms:
Month ago: When used Right and left rear turn signal blink extremely fast - Information screen said replace bulb. They worked, but flashed really fast.
Last week: When right signal is engaged - Right rear has the same fast blink. When left signal is engaged, the left rear brake light stays on and there is no blinking and the right rear blinks super fast!
Took car to dealer - not a burnt out bulb issue at all, but a "Fried TIPM" and it will cost $1250 to replace!!
The TIPM SHOULD BE RECALLED!!!!. I already had the TIPM "reflashed" for over-stress of the resistor in the occupant control module (previous recall) and now the BS with the lights comes next!!!
I am unfortunately an owner of a 2011 Dodge Durango that has had recalls on the TIPM as well -- had to replace a alternator in that vehicle at 38 months - another $800!
Dodge/Chrysler is losing a loyal customer due to these crappy TIPM's in their vehicles!!!
- Daniel M., Knoxville, TN, US