Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2011 Dodge Avenger owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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.
I was in a recent accident that caused over $4,500 in damage to the front end of my 2011 Dodge Avenger. I hit the vehicle in front of me travelling at over 20mph and the airbags did not deploy and I braced myself against the steering wheel and thankfully was not injured. There are currently two open recalls for the airbag and seat belt restraint. The police officer on scene was bewildered that the airbags had not deployed, and I'm not certain they would work or not with the active recall due to the two main safey features of this vehicle. Currently the vehicle is being "tested" by Dodge/Chrysler group but they have yet to provide me with a loaner vehicle till they deem the car is in fact safe to drive and operate. I refuse to get behind the wheel of a car in the event I'm in another accident and the two safety devices I rely on do not work. …
This is an update to a previous complaint. I received a recall back on November 2016 from FCA. I contacted FCA regarding the recall and they told me they didn't have the parts and would put me on a priority list and contact me when they had the parts. Still have not received any type of contact and its now April 24th 2017. I have emailed Dodge corporate office regarding the safety issue of my vehicle asking for a new vehicle with no safety recall issues or complete my recall. Have not received a response from them. I went to Dodge and asked when my car will be fixed, they told me they do not have the parts and could only do it now if it was safety related. "which it clearly is." I have received no information on when the parts will be available or offered an alternative to ensure I am driving a safe vehicle. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle windshield wipers and turning signal independently activated. In addition, the steering column and the gear shifter failed to function. The seat belt and air bags warning lights were illuminated. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 11V315000 (steering) and 16V668000 (seat belts, air bags). The vehicle was taken to (scott evans Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram located at 2280 bankhead hwy, carrollton, ga 30116) where they diagnosed that the brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the seat belts would not tighten. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V668000 (seat belts, air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The billion Dodge dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 58,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact was driving 55 MPH when the contact crashed into a pole. During the crash the seat belts did not restrain and the air bags did not deploy. The contact suffered a concussion. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic advised that during the crash the sensors were pulled in from the sub frame, causing the sensors not to receive any impact. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,000.
20plus mile per hour front end accident, police statement that air bags should of deployed. No airbags no seat belt tensioner. Driving my fault rear ended a vehicle estimated speed 20 plus MPH. Airbags didn't deploy and my seat belt didn't hold me tight at all my head went to steering wheel. There should be no debate on whether or not my seat belt should of held tight. No help from a company that is OK with its customers driving death traps.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the rear seat belt failed to untighten and caused the passenger to get stuck while unbuckling the seat belt. The failure only recurred once. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the passenger side seat belt was fractured. The dealer advised the contact to file a safety complaint with NHTSA. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,630.
I received a recall on my 2011 Dodge Avenger back in November 2016. I called the recall company listed on the recall notice and informed them of the VIN on my vehicle. They told me that they did not have the parts and would contact me when they did. Great!! I then called stockton Dodge and informed them if the same information in which I got the same answer. I was pretty understanding at first. Then two months pass and no call or email. I then call both back and get the same answer. Again trying to be understanding. At this point I started researching the recall and found the information above. I asked several outside sources and they informed me if it was safety related. (which if I'm not mistaken it is) to go to the dealership and demand to have the vehicle fixed. At this point it's two months later and I head over to stockton Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram . …
Seat Belt complaints in other Avenger years
Frequently asked questions
How common are seat belt problems on the 2011 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the seat belts of the 2011 Dodge Avenger, 10% of the model year's 209 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2011 Dodge Avenger seat belt problems?
No. NHTSA lists no seat belts recall for the 2011 Dodge Avenger, though it has 3 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2011 Dodge Avenger seat belt problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 110,000 miles, and 10% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury to seat belts problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.