1995 Dodge Avenger vs 1995 Ford Contour
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1995 Ford Contour |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 196 | 891 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 64 | 223 |
| Investigations | 3 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 65 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Avenger | Ford Contour |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 224 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 180 |
| Suspension | 59 | 83 |
| Power Train | 16 | 126 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 | 72 |
| Steering | 12 | 76 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 83 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 58 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 15 |
| Overheating | 0 | 68 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 62 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
1995 Dodge Avenger
1995 Ford Contour
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.