The rotors and brake pads on my 1999 Dodge Avenger wear out very quickly (less than 10,000 miles). I have read two possible explanations: A malfunctioning brake sensor is keeping the brakes engaged slightly and creating excess heat and wear; the rotors were originally designed for the Mitsubishi eclipse (a significantly smaller and lighter car then the Avenger) and are not large enough to handle the braking needs of the Avenger. It is clear from this and many other automobile complaint sites that this is a common problem with the sebring and Avenger models. In light of the recent cover ups Mitsubishi is accused of perpetrating regarding recalls, it is imperative that this issue be made public and that both Dodge and Mitsubishi work to rectify the problem.

- Irving, TX, USA

Multiple problems with this car since purchase. Unknown engine failure problem (dealership was unable to pinpoint problem), transmission sensors failed, rotors replaced 8 times in 4 years, black tar coming from doors, numerous alignment problems, and the big problem - the seat belt buckles keep failing. Passenger side replaced by dealership under warranty. Driver side now failing as well. Huge safety hazard! dealership says "car not under warranty".

- Troy, IL, USA

Consumer had inspected brakes, and found out that brake rotors had suffered premature wear. Dealer had replaced rotors four times.

- Orland Park, IL, USA

I bought an Avenger after my intrepid was wrecked in 12-2000. When I owned the intrepid, which was purchased in Feb. 2000, I brought it in to the dealer within a couple of months to be checked because there was a vibration in the front end, esp. When braking while going down a steep hill. I felt the rotors might be warping. After paying a $25 inspection fee, the service manager said that his mechanic could not find any vibration in the rotors. I stated that they would need to drive the car down a steep hill. The manager stated that brakes were not covered after 12,000 miles anyway. A couple of months later, I noticed that there was a loud squeal coming from the brakes when stopping at anytime. I went back to the dealer. I mentioned that the vibration was still happening and the tires, which were new when the car was purchased, were going bald because of uneven braking. The service manager said the manufacturer puts on brake pads made of very hard material which causes the squeal when hot. He also stated that the only remedy would be to replace their pads with generic pads from a brake shop, at my expense. I ran into a fellow who seemed to know a lot about cars who told me that extra hard brake pads can cause rotors to warp because they get extremely hot when breaking. But how do you prove the manufacturer has caused this rotor defect by using faulty brake pads? now, I have purchased a Dodge Avenger in Feb. 2001 (as I stated earlier) because the intrepid was wrecked. The '99 Avenger also had approx. 13,500 mi. When purchased. Guess what?... the Avenger is in the shop right now getting the rotors ground down because of vibrations. This time, the mechanic could feel the vibrations because we rode down a hill. The mechanic stated that he had the same rotor trouble with his Chrysler sebring at 11,000 miles. It seems the chrys. Corp. Should remedy this rotor situation because they have caused this problem in many of their cars.

- New Kensington, PA, USA

Applied brakes at 40 mph, no braking action. Pedal went to floor, vehicle still at dealer. The dealer replaced the rotors. The front end vibrates after being repaired.

- Jacksonville, NC, USA

When driving vehicle would hesitate and stall out. Would stall out even at stop sign or light. Also, vehicle would vibrate after 60mph. Have taken it to dealership about 5 times for problem, but not resolved for stalling. Had brakes checked, and rotors replaced.

- Carrollton, GA, USA