Damaged oil pump may cause knocking noise from engine compartment on Dodge Avenger

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

A damaged oil pump (possibly caused by interference with the AC compressor bracket) can also cause a knocking noise from the engine compartment; a modified bracket is available from Dodge.

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Dodge Avenger vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 178,000 miles
(178,000 - 178,000)

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