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2014 Dodge Avenger maintenance schedule

The 2014 Avenger is part of the JS generation (2008-2014), sold as a sedan. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2014 Avenger needs, and when

All 11 of these items come from Dodge's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Dodge's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

Do not exceed interval parameters; dictated by indicator

8,000 mi / 6 monthsManufacturer
Engine air filter

Replace air cleaner filter

32,000 mi / 2 yearsManufacturer
Cabin air filter

Replace air conditioning filter

16,000 mi / 1 yearManufacturer
Tire rotation

Perform at every oil change interval

8,000 mi / 6 monthsManufacturer
Brake fluid

Inspect and top off; replace upon degradation

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer
Engine coolant

Flush and replace system fluid

104,000 mi / 5 yearsManufacturer
Transmission fluid

Replace fluid and filter under severe duty (fleet/taxi)

64,000 mi / 4 yearsManufacturer
Spark plugs (2.4L)

Replace spark plugs

104,000 miManufacturer
Spark plugs (3.6L)

Replace spark plugs

100,000 miManufacturer
Serpentine belt

Inspect and replace if cracking or glazing occurs (approx. 104,000 mi benchmark)

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer
PCV valve

Inspect and replace (approx. 104,000 mi benchmark)

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
5W-20 (2.4L) / 5W-30 (3.6L)
Coolant
OAT Orange
Transmission fluid
ATF+4

Powertrains in this generation

  • 2.4L 4-cyl (EDG / B), 173 hp, 4-Speed Automatic / 6-Speed Automatic, FWD
  • 3.6L 6-cyl (ERB), 283 hp, 6-Speed Automatic, FWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Known problems

What 2014 Avenger owners run into

Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.

Engine Loss of Power

high severity

60,000-120,000 mi · $122-$179 to fix

Engine misses on acceleration, ignition coil fault

Source: scribd.com

Sunroof Switch Failure

low severity

50,000-100,000 mi · $60-$79 to fix

Sunroof fails to open or close, switch unresponsive

Source: repairpal.com

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2014 Dodge Avenger

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Dodge dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Air bags

NHTSA 16V668000

September 2016

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, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$541

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other Avenger model years

JS (2008-2014)

2014

Shopping new? The Dodge Avenger guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-18. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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