NHTSA lists 548 complaints for the 2013 Dodge Avenger, 26 of them mention a crash and 10 mention a fire. 30 complaints mention an injury, with 42 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as DODGE AVENGER.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| restraint or airbag | 169 | 30.8% | 0.87 |
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| noise or comfort | 111 | 20.3% | 0.83 |
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| loss of control | 105 | 19.2% | 0.82 |
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| electrical electronic | 64 | 11.7% | 0.80 |
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| mechanical failure | 58 | 10.6% | 0.73 |
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| unclear | 11 | 2.0% | 0.92 |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 9 | 1.6% | 0.88 |
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| fire or overheating | 8 | 1.5% | 0.98 |
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| structural or corrosion | 7 | 1.3% | 0.67 |
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| visibility or lighting | 6 | 1.1% | 0.83 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 312 | 56.9% | 0.81 |
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| low | 181 | 33.0% | 0.73 |
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| high | 48 | 8.8% | 0.89 |
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| none | 4 | 0.7% | 0.51 |
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| critical | 3 | 0.5% | 0.85 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 548 tagged complaints of 548 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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5 recalls.
Date: 2017-10-10. Systems: AIR BAGS, SEATS.
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.
Consequence: If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2016-09-15. Systems: AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS.
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-11-06. Systems: ENGINE.
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
Consequence: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-07-02. Systems: AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, (excerpt)
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-02-06. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012. These vehicles may have a gas tank that has a broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly.
Consequence: A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
139 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 31 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 31 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 28 |
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| STRUCTURE | 23 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 19 |
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| SEATS | 9 |
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| STEERING | 9 |
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| ENGINE | 7 |
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11034343
Date: 2026-06-18. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: ENGINE.
Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11)
11017435
Date: 2025-04-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER
11017445
Date: 2025-04-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER
10244356
Date: 2023-09-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
10248517
Date: 2023-09-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
10244348
Date: 2023-09-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
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10248509
Date: 2023-09-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
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10243208
Date: 2023-08-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)
10243209
Date: 2023-08-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC
10242717
Date: 2023-07-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
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