How many seat belt complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Dodge Avenger?

NHTSA lists 20 seat belt complaints for the 2011 Avenger, which is 10% of the 209 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a seat belt recall for the 2011 Dodge Avenger?

The data shows no recall specifically listed under related_recalls for seat belts, though several complaints reference an airbag recall (campaign 16v668000) that also mentions seat belts.

At what mileage do seat belt problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for seat belt complaints on the 2011 Avenger is 105,000 miles.

Have seat belt issues caused crashes or injuries on the 2011 Avenger?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area shows 3 crashes and 1 injury, with no fires reported.

How does the 2011 Avenger compare to other years for seat belt complaints?

The 2011 Avenger's seat belt complaints made up 10% of that year's total, similar to 2010's 9% and 2012's 8%, but lower than 2014's 19% share.

2011 Dodge Avenger Seat Belts Problems

NHTSA lists 20 seat belt complaints for the 2011 Dodge Avenger, 10% of that year's 209 total complaints. Owners report seat belts failing to restrain during crashes and hardware fractures, with a median failure mileage of 105,000. No seat-belt-specific recall is listed, though related airbag recall parts shortages were widely reported.

Seat Belts complaints: 20; 10% of 209
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 105,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical seat belt symptoms owners report

Seat belts reportedly failed to restrain occupants during front-end crashes, allowing the driver's head or body to strike the steering wheel.
Owners describe rear seat belts that would not loosen, trapping a passenger while trying to unbuckle.
Some owners report a passenger-side seat belt fracturing outright.
Several complaints tie the seat belt issue to an airbag recall (campaign 16v668000) where replacement parts were unavailable for extended periods.
At least one crash involving seat belt failure resulted in a concussion, and NHTSA data for this area shows 3 crashes and 1 injury.

When 2011 Dodge Avenger seat belt complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 6, 2011, latest Aug 22, 2022.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2011 to Aug 2022; peak Mar 2017 (4).

Seat Belts recalls for the 2011 Dodge Avenger

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Seat Belts complaints by Avenger model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20070 (0%)
200810 (1%)
20092 (3%)
201015 (9%)
201120 (10%)
201243 (8%)
201352 (9%)
201439 (19%)
20150 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many seat belt complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Dodge Avenger?: NHTSA lists 20 seat belt complaints for the 2011 Avenger, which is 10% of the 209 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a seat belt recall for the 2011 Dodge Avenger?: The data shows no recall specifically listed under related_recalls for seat belts, though several complaints reference an airbag recall (campaign 16v668000) that also mentions seat belts.
At what mileage do seat belt problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for seat belt complaints on the 2011 Avenger is 105,000 miles.
Have seat belt issues caused crashes or injuries on the 2011 Avenger?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area shows 3 crashes and 1 injury, with no fires reported.
How does the 2011 Avenger compare to other years for seat belt complaints?: The 2011 Avenger's seat belt complaints made up 10% of that year's total, similar to 2010's 9% and 2012's 8%, but lower than 2014's 19% share.