2011 Dodge Avenger steering problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2011 Dodge Avenger — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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…”
filed Jul 3, 2023
“I was driving down the highway this has happened I believe atleast 3 times now, all of a sudden while driving not sure if a specific speed but I was going atleast 50 mph each time, the steering wheel seems to lock up for a good second or two which is a long time when your going that speed. It's…”
filed Jul 22, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- SteeringCampaign 11V315000 · Jun 8, 2011
Steering problems in other Avenger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Avenger | 14 | 7% |
| 2013 Avenger | 19 | 3% |
| 2012 Avenger | 19 | 3% |
| 2010 Avenger | 9 | 6% |
| 2009 Avenger | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 Avenger | 21 | 3% |
| 1999 Avenger | 1 | 2% |
| 1998 Avenger | 3 | 5% |
| 1997 Avenger | 4 | 5% |
| 1996 Avenger | 8 | 5% |
| 1995 Avenger | 12 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Dodge Avenger
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.