2011 Dodge Avenger vs 2013 Dodge Avenger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Dodge Avenger | 2013 Dodge Avenger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 209 | 547 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 88 | 139 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Avenger | Dodge Avenger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 35 | 154 |
| Engine | 38 | 120 |
| Electrical System | 41 | 98 |
| Seat Belts | 20 | 52 |
| Visibility/wiper | 23 | 42 |
| Seats | 0 | 59 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 34 |
| Power Train | 14 | 32 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 59 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 23 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 30 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 15 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 8 |
2011 Dodge Avenger
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.