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moderate Owners of the 2010 Dodge Avenger have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 Avenger | 18 |
| 2009 Avenger | 4 |
| 2010 Avenger (this page) | 4 |
| 2012 Avenger | 8 |
| 2013 Avenger | 18 |
| 2014 Avenger | 8 |
Of the 4 brakes complaints filed for the 2010 Dodge Avenger, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 100,000-125,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 7 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge avenger. The contact stated that the brakes were fractured and made an abnormal grinding sound. Also, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when it was depressed and the ABS indicator illuminated. The contact called york Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep (1765 s us-231, crawfordsville, in 47933, (765) 362-1600), but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Based on the 4 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 61,707 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.