How many seat belt complaints does the 2013 Dodge Avenger have?

NHTSA lists 52 seat belt complaints for the 2013 Avenger, which is 9% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a seat belt recall for the 2013 Dodge Avenger?

This data shows no seat belt recall listed under related_recalls, though several sample complaints reference a separate air bag and seat belt pretensioner campaign, NHTSA number 16v668000.

Did seat belt problems on the 2013 Avenger cause injuries or crashes?

Yes. NHTSA data tied this problem area to 5 crashes and 6 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 50,500 miles.

How does the 2013 Avenger compare to other years for seat belt complaints?

The 2013 model's 52 complaints and 9% share are similar to 2012 (43 complaints, 8%) but lower in share than 2014, which had 39 complaints at 19% of that year's total.

2013 Dodge Avenger Seat Belts Problems

NHTSA lists 52 seat belt complaints for the 2013 Dodge Avenger, 9% of that year's 548 total complaints, tied to 5 crashes and 6 injuries. Owners report seat belts failing to restrain occupants during crashes and long delays getting recall parts, though no seat belt recall is listed in this data.

Seat Belts complaints: 52; 9% of 548
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 50,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical seat belt symptoms owners report

Seat belts failed to restrain drivers and passengers during collisions, including a rear-end impact at 10 mph and a frontal crash near 25 mph.
Seat belt pretensioners reportedly did not activate in crash situations, sometimes paired with air bags that failed to deploy.
Owners reported no seat belt reminder chime or dashboard icon when a passenger's belt was unfastened.
Some owners said the driver's side seat belt failed to extend correctly or retract properly after use.
Multiple owners described receiving a recall notice covering air bags and seat belts (NHTSA campaign 16v668000) but said replacement parts were unavailable for extended periods.

When 2013 Dodge Avenger seat belt complaints were filed

First complaint May 15, 2014, latest Apr 30, 2021.

52 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2014 to Apr 2021; peak Nov 2016 (5).

Seat Belts recalls for the 2013 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 the 2013 Dodge Avenger have?: NHTSA lists 52 seat belt complaints for the 2013 Avenger, which is 9% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a seat belt recall for the 2013 Dodge Avenger?: This data shows no seat belt recall listed under related_recalls, though several sample complaints reference a separate air bag and seat belt pretensioner campaign, NHTSA number 16v668000.
Did seat belt problems on the 2013 Avenger cause injuries or crashes?: Yes. NHTSA data tied this problem area to 5 crashes and 6 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 50,500 miles.
How does the 2013 Avenger compare to other years for seat belt complaints?: The 2013 model's 52 complaints and 9% share are similar to 2012 (43 complaints, 8%) but lower in share than 2014, which had 39 complaints at 19% of that year's total.