Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2013 Dodge Avenger owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that upon approaching a stop light at 10 MPH, the driver behind her was on a cell phone and rear ended her vehicle. The contact stated that the driver seat belt failed to restrain her and the contact hit her head on the driver side window. The air bags also failed to deploy upon impact. The contact did not receive medical attention; however, she stated that she did have pain to her lower spine, neck, and left side of her head. The other driver did not sustain injuries. The police were called to the scene; however, they never showed. The contact stated that she gave her information to the dispatcher; but was uncertain if a police report was filed. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was later destroyed. …
Hello I guess my car has a recall I didnt no I went to the dealership got some parts my in there system I work out of town I travel alot drove the out of state I got in a accident police came wrote a report said it was my fault in the impact the airbags never open and the seat bet became loss it takes longer to return in its rolled up position I thought maybe the airbags didnt open cause the impact wasnt hard enough will I just left it like that I ended up fixing the car on my own didnt wont more problems with the insurance didnt make it a bigger deal around christmas time all this coronavirus happens this was in texas my job ended I came back home to nevada time passed went to the dealer to get more parts nothing a few days later yesterday I get a text from the dealer my car has a recall they won't to fix it and Chrysler is going to pay for my rental cause they need the car a few days …
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Dodge Avenger. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a guardrail. The driver's door was severely damaged, but the side and curtain air bags did not deploy and the seat belt failed to restrain the driver. The driver sustained injuries to the left side of the body that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle was involved in a front end collision while trying to avoid three deer. The seat belt pretensioner did not function and the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was operated at approximately 25 MPH. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard where it was deemed destroyed. A police report was filed. There was one injury that required medical attention. The contact suffered from severe pain, pinched nerves, and disc damage. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V668000 (air bags, seat belts); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated and the seat belt failed to remain locked into the latch in the event of a crash due to the otc failure. The contact called the anderson Dodge dealer (5711 e state st, rockford, il 61108; [phone]) and was informed that due to the air bag warning indicator remaining illuminated, the entire air bag system would fail. The dealer stated that the parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they were expecting parts around August. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the seat belt warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer located in woodbridge, va, where the technician stated that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The vehicle was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the head-rest needed to be replaced. The vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 16V668000 (seat belts, air bags). The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V668000 (air bags, seat belts); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the driver's side seat belt failed to extend correctly when the contact attempted to utilize the seat belt. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. While driving 70 MPH, the headrest air bag deployed. The instrument panel warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V668000 (air bags, seat belts). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. While driving 55 MPH, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V680000 (seat belts, air bags). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the parts for the recall repair would be available on June 1, 2017. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
Within the last three months I received a letter in the mail notifying myself there was a recall with my cars make model and year but there is no remedy available. The recall has to do with the safety restraint system. The recall was created in September of 2016. The date selected is the approximate date I received the letter.
Seat Belt complaints in other Avenger years
Frequently asked questions
How common are seat belt problems on the 2013 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA has 52 complaints about the seat belts of the 2013 Dodge Avenger, 9% of the model year's 548 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2013 Dodge Avenger seat belt problems?
No. NHTSA lists no seat belts recall for the 2013 Dodge Avenger, though it has 5 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 2013 Dodge Avenger seat belt problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 51,000 miles, and 11% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 5 crashes, 0 fires and 6 injuries 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.