2011 Dodge Avenger Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 4%of 209 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 46,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the body and structure of the 2011 Dodge Avenger, 4% of the 209 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 46,500 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Back in 2019 on thanksgiving we had a car accident driving straight on route 17 in essex county because the wheel bearings went out to quickly we replaced them a year later it did almost did the same thing but we catch it in time are mechanic said it shouldn't have to change your wheel your wheel bearing 10 months apart we went through 3 already and it's asking me to put a date from when it happen I'll put the first time and the next two the next date it happen 9/23/2020/10/20/20 it's also doing some weird sliding in the back end of the vehicle”
NHTSA complaint #11376359, filed 2020-11, 94,000 miles“I bought this car brand new off the lot and have owned it for 2 years. The back of the car sways in the back, which I did not notice this at first being the driver, but passengers did. As time went on it got worse and I began noticing it in the front. The back end sways anytime you hit a bump and in the winter the back end is all over the place. I've been driving in winter weather for 10 years now and never had so much anxiety until driving this car. The back end makes hollow clicking noises from time to time like something is going to just pop off . …”
NHTSA complaint #10563347, filed 2014-02, 15,000 miles“Had hood replace 1st time for rust 7/2015. 2nd time hood flew open while driving,replaced at our cost of deductible 4/2016. Checked hood 8/2016, secondary latch failed,able to open hood with primary only.dealer states now latch has failed. Went back for install, now told stryker studs failed, need another hood. Told ok to drive with both safety devices failed just dont open hood, you'll be ok. Over three weeks waiting for hood,was told forgot to order. Don miller Dodge madison wi y .”
NHTSA complaint #10915657, filed 2016-10, 57,000 miles“Air bag light on dealership says it has nothing to do with the orc recall that was repaired, brakes skip then pop before stopping took it to multiple mechanics to get inspected none of them could fine an issue including Dodge dealership. Front door can not be shut before back door or it will scratch back door. Oil leak from engine gasket and engine pan. Popping it steering column and shaking when going down hill. Again dealership and 4 other certified mechanics can not find any issues with the popping it the steering column and jumping and skip in the brakes before stopping. …”
NHTSA complaint #11101985, filed 2018-06, 136,000 miles“There is a sizable water leak entering the trunk lid inner panels, originating from the lack of a proper seal around the third high brake lite assembly( chmsl). The problem has been reported to chrysler since the 2008 model year of the Avenger, stratus, sebring and pt cruiser. They are currently using the same trunk lid and light assy, and the problems persist. Chrysler has admitted knowledge of the problem and assigned a TSB # 23-016-12 in this service bulletin it states the corrective measure for dealers is to remove 2 rubber drain plugs, and nothing else. …”
NHTSA complaint #10478621, filed 2012-10, 39,800 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10229572Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10225424Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10225287Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10228975Mar 9, 2022Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10223014Mar 9, 2022Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10220631Mar 9, 2022Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10212234Mar 9, 2022Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10221098Apr 7, 2021Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10193951Apr 7, 2021Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 | 3% |
| 2013 | 11 | 2% |
| 2012 | 20 | 4% |
| 2011 | 8 | 4% |
| 2010 | 6 | 4% |
| 2009 | 3 | 4% |
| 2008 | 24 | 3% |
| 2000 | 1 | 5% |
| 1999 | 7 | 11% |
| 1998 | 2 | 3% |
| 1997 | 3 | 4% |
| 1996 | 5 | 3% |
| 1995 | 8 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2011 Dodge Avenger
58 complaintsElectrical system
41 complaintsEngine
38 complaintsAir bags
35 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
26 complaintsSeat belts
20 complaintsSuspension
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Dodge Avenger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology