2012 Dodge Avenger visibility & wipers problems

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1. Filed Nov 16, 2025MOElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers

   Window Defrost and Passenger Heat /Air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin…

   NHTSA complaint #11699661 · source
2. Filed Jan 3, 202366,122 miCOVisibility & Wipers

   The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH and various other speeds, the passenger’s side of the windshield defroster blower was only blowing cold air. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the HVAC system and blower needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been…

   NHTSA complaint #11499920 · source
3. Filed Dec 14, 2022OHOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

   Little to no heat coming from vent on passenger side of cabin. Good hot heat coming from vents on driver side of cabin. Over the last 3 yrs the heater core has been replace 3 times once each year. Hot air came from all vents when replaced but as another comes around, no heat again on passenger side. Good heat on drivers side. Charlies dodge doesn't want to work on it any longer even though there is a valid warranty on the latest heater core replacement. Charlies dodge is…

   NHTSA complaint #11497500 · source
4. Filed Dec 7, 2022PAVisibility & Wipers

   Window Defrost and Passenger Side Heat/Air. Either while in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. This results in the passenger side of the front windshield being fogged up and low visibility. Problem persists through all cabin air modes and circulations. This safety issue…

   NHTSA complaint #11496356 · source
5. Filed Nov 19, 2022MNVisibility & Wipers

   Window Defrost and Passenger Heat /Air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin…

   NHTSA complaint #11494208 · source
6. Filed Dec 31, 2021KSVisibility & Wipers

   Window Defrost and Passenger Heat /Air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin…

   NHTSA complaint #11445708 · source
7. Filed Nov 23, 2021ALVisibility & Wipers

   It seems to be a common issue that I'm experiencing as well. When I turn the heat on it only blows hot on the driver side. So depending on the weather conditions, it may completely fog up the passenger side of my window. Making it dangerous for driving when you're trying to defrost a window with cold air.

   NHTSA complaint #11441534 · source
8. Filed Sep 30, 2021WAElectrical SystemLightingVisibility & Wipers

   My wipers stop in the middle of the windshield when it’s pouring outside. Now my horn won’t turn off! I was told that it’s the TIPM and it’s a known issue with my car.

   NHTSA complaint #11435070 · source
9. Filed Feb 18, 2021108,442 miAZVisibility & Wipers

   "window defrost and passenger heat /air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin…

   NHTSA complaint #11396733 · source
10. Filed Dec 18, 202070,000 miMTVisibility & Wipers

    Window defrost and passenger heat /air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin…

    NHTSA complaint #11384115 · source
11. Filed Dec 12, 2020MOVisibility & Wipers

    Had car worked on once at dealer for same issue in 2013. Hot air on drivers side cold air on passenger. Window defrost and passenger heat /air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety…

    NHTSA complaint #11383156 · source
12. Filed Dec 8, 202091,000 miINVisibility & Wipers

    Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while the heating was activated, there was cool air blowing out of the front and rear passenger's side vents. The windows failed to defrost. The contact stated that visibility out the passenger's side front or rear window was greatly reduced. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Button chrysler jeep dodge (1220 e. Boulevard, kokomo, in 46902, [phone removed]) was contacted and informed of the failure.…

    NHTSA complaint #11378467 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology