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2013 Dodge Avenger Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 29 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Dodge Avenger, 5% of its 548 total complaints, with median failure mileage of 90,000. A related recall (13V043000) covers a broken fuel tank control valve on some 2013 Avengers built in a narrow production window.

Fuel System complaints
29
5% of 548
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
90,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Engine stalls suddenly at low speed, then restarts after sitting for a while.
  • Vehicle hesitates or feels like it will stall at highway speed while the check engine and electrical warning lights turn on.
  • Owners report fuel leaks at the connection between the fuel filler neck and the fuel tank, occurring both parked and while driving.
  • Check engine light stays on after an air leak is detected in the fuel system, sometimes even after replacing the gas cap.
  • Some owners state their VIN was excluded from the fuel system recall despite experiencing the same stalling or leak symptoms described in the recall notice.

When 2013 Dodge Avenger fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint May 16, 2013, latest May 15, 2025.

2013 Dodge Avenger fuel system complaints: complaints filed per month2May 2013Feb 2017Jan 2019Oct 2019Jan 2021Jan 2023May 2025
29 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2013 to May 2025; peak Feb 2017 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2013 Dodge Avenger

  1. NHTSA 13V043000Feb 6, 2013Fuel System1,785 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly

    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.

    Risk: 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.

Fuel System complaints by Avenger model year

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

  1. 20108 (5%)
  2. 20118 (4%)
  3. 201219 (3%)
  4. 201329 (5%)
  5. 20147 (3%)
  6. 20150 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2013 Dodge Avenger have?
NHTSA lists 29 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Avenger, which is 5% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2013 Dodge Avenger?
Yes. Recall 13V043000 covers 2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles built between October 30, 2012 and November 2, 2012 with a possible broken control valve in the fuel tank. Dealers inspect and replace affected control valves.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?
NHTSA data shows a median failure mileage of 90,000 miles for Fuel System complaints on the 2013 Avenger.
Did the fuel system issue cause crashes or fires?
NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires and 0 injuries tied to the Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Avenger.
How does 2013 compare to other Avenger years for fuel system complaints?
The 2013 Avenger's Fuel System complaint share is 5%, higher than 2012 (3%), 2014 (3%), 2011 (4%), and 2010 (5%), and 2015 shows 0%.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.