2011 Dodge Avenger: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2011 Dodge Avenger: 3 recalls, 209 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #11V315000 · 2011 · 11,096 vehicles
What's wrong: Some of these vehicles May have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
Why it matters: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition May increase the potential for injury in a frontal…
The fix: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 4, 2011.
Airbags, Electrical Vehicle recall #13V282000 · 2013 · 442,320 vehicles
What's wrong: Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module May lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the totally integrated power module (tipm) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013.
Seat belts, Airbags Vehicle recall #16V668000 · 2016 · 1,435,625 vehicles
What's wrong: The occupant restraint control (ocr) module May short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ocr, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (57): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4).
- Electrical (41): the most common themes are electrical failure (14), warning light on (9), stalls / loses power (9).
- Engine (38): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (20), warning light on (6), electrical failure (6).
- Airbags (35): the most common themes are fails to deploy (6), warning light on (5).
The 2011 Dodge Avenger has 209 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 15 Avenger model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 211). Complaints peaked in 2018 (38 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 78,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2010 (163 complaints, 3 recalls), 2012 (554 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 23 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2011 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2011 Dodge Avenger. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2011 Dodge Avenger problems?
Owners have filed 209 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (57), electrical (41), engine (38).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Dodge Avenger get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2011 Dodge Avenger repair manual?
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