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2012 Dodge Avenger

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

4

4 current

Combined

10L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,100

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

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Transport Canada recall 2019420

21 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004–2007 · Terraza 2005–2007 · Escalade 2007–2018 · Equinox 2010–2017 · and 60 more

What is wrong

This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones. Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Why it matters

Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.

5,327 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanService Campaign Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2017494 · manufacturer campaign T56

12 October 2017

Transport Canada lists: 200 2012–2013 · Avenger 2012–2013 · Liberty 2012

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, there could be an electrical condition within the Occupant Restraint Control ("ORC") module. This may result in the airbag warning lamp illuminating, and the active head restraints not to deploy during certain rear impact collisions, which could increase the risk of injury to front seat occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the ORC part number and replace the ORC if necessary. Note: Vehicles that have been previously repaired with the updated ORC under recall 2016-448 will not require repairing under this recall campaign.

16,344 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2016448 · manufacturer campaign S61

14 September 2016

Transport Canada lists: 200 2011–2014 · Sebring 2010 · Avenger 2010–2014 · Caliber 2010–2012 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles in certain types of crashes, airbag and seatbelt pretensioner deployment capability may be lost due to a short in the front impact sensor wiring affecting Occupant Restraint Controller function. Failure of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to deploy in a crash (when warranted) could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the Occupant Restraint Controller module.

139,513 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2013231 · manufacturer campaign N38

4 July 2013

Transport Canada lists: 200 2011–2013 · Sebring 2011–2013 · Avenger 2011–2013 · Nitro 2011–2012 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the airbag warning lamp may illuminate due to an electrical fault within the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module. As a result, the Active Head Restraints (AHR) may not deploy during a rear impact collision (where deployment is warranted), which could increase the risk of personal injury to the front seat occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the ORC module, as required.

25,546 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 56% of 133 2012 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
230 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2012 Dodge Avenger. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2012 Dodge Avenger get?
NRCan rates the 2012 Dodge Avenger at 10 L/100 km combined, emitting 230 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 4 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2012 Dodge Avenger for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,100 in fuel, producing roughly 4,620 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.