2011 Dodge Avenger

209 complaints on file, page 1 of 11.

1. Filed Dec 16, 2025Failure Sep 1, 2025Raleigh, NCUnknown or other, Visibility/wiper

   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 affects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin temperatures near or below freezing during cold weather (blowing cold air into the cabin).

   NHTSA complaint 11705315
2. Filed Jul 3, 2023Failure Jun 19, 2023205,000 milesLeighton, ALAir bags, Electrical system, Steering

   The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. Additionally, the passenger’s side seat headrest exploded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 13V282000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) and 11V315000 (Steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 205,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11530149
3. Filed May 31, 2023Failure Mar 10, 2022Santa Clara, UTUnknown or other

   Vehicle turns off while driving sometimes starts up sometimes not! Doesn't give a warning replaced multiple things afraid of the car doing it in a turn everything shuts down power steering and everything!

   NHTSA complaint 11524740
4. Filed Feb 28, 2023Failure Jan 23, 2021Louisville, NEVisibility/wiper

   Heater on the passenger side of the vehicle blows out cold air while driver side blows out hot air like it's supposed to. By having cold air being blown out, this causes the windshield and windows on the passenger side of the vehicle to fog up causing visibility issues.

   NHTSA complaint 11509591
5. Filed Aug 22, 2022Failure May 4, 2022171,998 milesBloomfield, NMAir bags, Engine, Seat belts

   The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the check engine warning light and air bag warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the cruise control, buttons on the steering wheel, and occupant restraint control were malfunctioning. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V668000 (Seat Belts, Air Bags) and the recall repair was completed. The contact stated that the air bag and occupant restraint warning light remained illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 171,998.

   NHTSA complaint 11480485
6. Filed Mar 1, 2022Failure Feb 15, 2022Johnstown, PAElectrical system, Unknown or other

   Throttle Body changed 3 times still stalling and poor acceleration problems very unsafe stalls out of no where very frustrated also changed electronic pedal and battery Lighting signs still comes on and stalls very dangerous!

   NHTSA complaint 11454755
7. Filed Jan 6, 2022Failure Jun 16, 2021Nanticoke, PAElectrical system, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system

   Vehicle will shut off while driving, has happened numerous time's, horn randomly honks by its self, it take numerous attempts to get the car started once it shut off, and now it's locked In limp mode and won't leave second gear

   NHTSA complaint 11446464
8. Filed Jan 3, 2022Failure Nov 1, 2021Park Rapids, MNUnknown or other

   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 temperatures near or below freezing during cold weather (blowing cold air into the cabin

   NHTSA complaint 11445970
9. Filed Jan 2, 2022Failure Oct 1, 2019Fort Worth, TXElectrical system, Unknown or other, Visibility/wiper

   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 temperatures near or below freezing during cold weather (blowing cold air into the cabin). Manufacturer is aware but has yet to recall the issue even though reports are widespread for their vehicles in this model and dealership states it is a known issue.

   NHTSA complaint 11445892
10. Filed Sep 21, 2021Failure May 15, 201227,000 milesPhiladelphia, PAAir bags, Electrical system

    The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the rear turn signals became inoperable. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V282000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 27,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11433848
11. Filed Jul 27, 2021Failure Jun 1, 2019Auburn, MEVisibility/wiper

    Hot air from drivers side and cold air from passenger side. I live in maine. I had a couple rough winters because we couldn't find out what it was. I found out what it is but I can't find a garage to put it in. This is a server visibly concern. The trunk and inside the car leaks above the windshield causing the car to smell musty and cause mold. Above the windowsheid where it leaks is causing Moisture inside and making the visibility almost impossible at times. This car has had two owners with less then 100,000 miles. Family owned

    NHTSA complaint 11426743
12. Filed Apr 21, 2021Failure Apr 18, 2021132,000 milesCollege Park, GAElectrical system, Exterior lighting, Service brakes

    WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE BATTERY, CHECK ENGINE, TIRE PRESSURE, AND TRACTION LIGHT ALL CAME ON AT THE SAME TIME, THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN EVERYTHING (RADIO, INSTRUMENTS PANEL, SPEED ODEMETER ETC...)WHEN OFF IN THE CAR AND THEN THE A/C STARTED BLOWING. IT KEPT DOING THIS OFF AND ON THE WHOLE TIME DRIVING. THE BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON. SO FAR I HAVE CHANGED THE BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, AND THE BRAKE SWITCH SENSOR AND IT'S STILL DOING THE SAME THING. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HWY. I ALSO GOT AND CHECK ENGINE SCAN DONE ON THE VEHICLE. THE ONE I COULD FIX I FIXED ALL BUT THE TIPM

    NHTSA complaint 11413192
13. Filed Apr 12, 2021Failure Apr 10, 2021Greenwood, SCEngine, Unknown or other

    MY CAR DOESN'T START. I'VE BEEN HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS SINCE LAST YEAR. I'VE BEEN TOLD 3 TIMES THAT IT WAS THE ALTERNATIVE SO I'VE BOUGHT 3. THEN I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE CORDS ON MY BATTERY SO I FIXED THAT. NOW I'M CURRENTLY GETTING IT LOOKED AT WHICH I THINK IT IS THE TRANSMISSION OR STARTER. I'VE ALSO BOUGHT TWO BATTERIES. LAST WEEK WEN I WENT TO THE STORE A GIRL CAME UP TO ME AND ASKED DO I HAVE PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR I TOLD HER YES SHE SAID HER MOTHER HAS THE SAME CAR AS I DO AND TOLD ME THAT SHE HER CAR KEEPS TURNING OFF AND WANT CRANK. SHE SAID SHE PUT SO MUCH MONEY INTO THE CAR THAT SHE JUST HAD TO GET ANOTHER ONE. SO I KNOW THAT IT HAS TO BE SOMETHING WRONG BECAUSE I'M ALSO HAVING THOSE SAME TYPE OF PROBLEMS AND I KEEP MY CAR UP VERY WELL.

    NHTSA complaint 11407540
14. Filed Jan 22, 2021Failure Aug 25, 2020Martinsburg, PAElectrical system, Unknown or other

    A KNOWN ISSUE WITH 2011 DOGE AVENGER WHERE THE HEATER CORE GOES BAD .IT'S A KNOWN ISSUE AND SHOULD BE COVERED BY DODGE. I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY $1K OUT OF POCKET . I HAVE READ HUNDREDS OF FORUMS STATING THE PROBLEM AND IT HAS NEVER BEEN ADDRESSED . RIDICULOUS BY DODGE.

    NHTSA complaint 11389411
15. Filed Jan 17, 2021Failure Dec 11, 2011Torrance, CAPower train, Unknown or other, Visibility/wiper

    I HAVE NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER BUT THERE ARE SEVERAL THAT ARE OPEN. THIS VIN IS ALSO ON THE BUYBACK LIST AND I'VE CALLED TWO LOCAL DEALERS TO ASK ABOUT IT AND THEY WON'T GIVE AN ANSWER BUT 'WE CAN TRADE IN'. I'VE ALSO CALL FAC. I BOUGHT IT CERTIFIED USED.

    NHTSA complaint 11388580
16. Filed Jan 15, 2021Failure Aug 20, 2020142,000 milesChicago, ILUnknown or other, Visibility/wiper

    MY CAR STALLED 3XS HAS TO REPLACE IGNITION CONTROL SWITCH. MY HEAT DOESN'T WORK ON PASSENGER SIDE. MY LIGHTS FLICKER AS I ACCELERATE ON EXPRESSWAY OR EVEN ON THE STREET NOW. MOTOR ON PASSENGER WINDOW WENT OUT

    NHTSA complaint 11388270
17. Filed Dec 20, 2020Failure Oct 31, 2019Lasalle Ontario Canada, MIVisibility/wiper

    "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 TEMPURATURES NEAR OR BELOW FREEZING DURING COLD WEATHER (BLOWING COLD AIR INTO THE CABIN)."

    NHTSA complaint 11384303
18. Filed Dec 5, 2020Failure Jul 17, 2019LAS Vegas, NVElectrical system, Engine

    MY CAR KEEPS TURNIN GOFF WHILE DRIVING AND SLOWING DOWM. AT 80 I WAS DRIVING AND MY CAR TURNED OFF AMY TIMES

    NHTSA complaint 11378050
19. Filed Dec 5, 2020Failure Nov 2, 2020Roseville, MIAir bags, Electrical system

    AIR BAG LIGHT DRIVERSIDE BEEN ON FOR MONTHS DRAIN MY BATTERY NOW AIR BAG LIGHT GOES OFF ON

    NHTSA complaint 11378036
20. Filed Nov 25, 2020Failure Nov 23, 201994,000 milesCentercross, VAService brakes, Body, SuspensionCrash

    BACK IN 2019 ON THANKSGIVING WE HAD A CAR ACCIDENT DRIVING STRAIGHT ON ROUTE 17 IN ESSEX COUNTY BECAUSE THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT TO QUICKLY WE REPLACED THEM A YEAR LATER IT DID ALMOST DID THE SAME THING BUT WE CATCH IT IN TIME ARE MECHANIC SAID IT SHOULDN'T HAVE TO CHANGE YOUR WHEEL YOUR WHEEL BEARING 10 MONTHS APART WE WENT THROUGH 3 ALREADY AND IT'S ASKING ME TO PUT A DATE FROM WHEN IT HAPPEN I'LL PUT THE FIRST TIME AND THE NEXT TWO THE NEXT DATE IT HAPPEN 9/23/2020/10/20/20 IT'S ALSO DOING SOME WEIRD SLIDING IN THE BACK END OF THE VEHICLE

    NHTSA complaint 11376359