general problems of the 2011 Dodge Avenger

16 problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2011 Dodge Avenger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Dodge Avenger based on all problems reported for the 2011 Avenger.

1 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 05/04/2022

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that their vehicle's check engine light and air bag warning light had illuminated. The vehicle's cruise control, buttons on the steering wheel and occupant restraint control had all began malfunctioning, as well. The contact stated that their vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16v668000 (seat belts, air bags) and on August 20,2022 the remedy was completed. The contact stated the air bag and occupant restraint warning light was still illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 172,000.

2 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 06/16/2021

Vehicle will shut off while driving, has happened numerous time's, horn randomly honks by its self, it take numerous attempts to get the car started once it shut off, and now it's locked in limp mode and won't leave second gear.

3 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 04/10/2021

My car doesn't start. I've been having the same problems since last year. I've been told 3 times that it was the alternative so I've bought 3. Then I was told it was the cords on my battery so I fixed that. Now I'm currently getting it looked at which I think it is the transmission or starter. I've also bought two batteries. Last week wen I went to the store a girl came up to me and asked do I have problems with my car I told her yes she said her mother has the same car as I do and told me that she her car keeps turning off and want crank. She said she put so much money into the car that she just had to get another one. So I know that it has to be something wrong because I'm also having those same type of problems and I keep my car up very well.

4 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 06/20/2020

I was driving down the highway this has happened I believe atleast 3 times now, all of a sudden while driving not sure if a specific speed but I was going atleast 50 mph each time, the steering wheel seems to lock up for a good second or two which is a long time when your going that speed. It's extremely scary and the first time it happened I didn't know if it happened or not than it happened again not sure how long after and that's when I was like ok maybe that steering wheel did lock up before than when it happened again I knew for sure it was really happening cause I had a friend in passenger seat who witnessed this . Now it's been a while and my car all of a sudden won't start and my steering wheels will not lock . I've replaced sensors tried deleting codes . The codes I got were wrong immobilizer key and low voltage . Doing as much research as I have for the last week buying and trying things I've seen a major problem with these cars is a security issue and it can shut your car off as your driving normally. Thia is dangerous and for as many complaints how is there no recall on this.

5 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 10/07/2019

Passenger's side of vehicle blows cold air when the driver's side blows hot air. This is an ongoing problem with most all 2011 thru 2014 Dodge vehicles, of which Dodge is aware of. The heater core is clogged with left over filings and dirt from the engine when it was made. It is a major job to replace the heater core. This problem should be a recall as it is a problem created when the vehicle was made.

6 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2019

When I am driving the battery light will go off along with the abs and the brake light. I just bought the car about a month and a half ago.

7 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 07/17/2019

My car keeps turnin goff while driving and slowing dowm. At 80 I was driving and my car turned off amy times.

8 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 01/25/2019

Heat only blows hot on drivers side.

9 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 06/19/2018

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that he is having electrical issues with window motors are not working and the vehicle was losing power until it did not start at all. The whole console was illuminating. The vehicle was parked for six months before it was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the issue as needing a new starter. The manufacturer was called and attempted to make an appointment with the dealer mancari Chrysler 4630, 2514, 95th st, oak lawn, IL 60453. The dealer called back and confirmed there were no recalls on the vehicle related to the issues the contact experienced and no repairs have been completed. The failure mileage was 110,000. Tf.

10 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 04/10/2018

2011 Dodge Avenger express. Drivers side blows hot air but passenger side blows cold. This began doing this action in April 2018 and when I drive on the highway or city traffic, it blows hot on one side and the other side is cold. I also noticed that the air stops blowing for several minutes then comes back on by itself.

11 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 01/22/2018

With less than 77,000 miles on my 2011 Dodge Avenger the heating system quit working,I was told that it would cost 2,000 to 3,000 dollars to fix. I also been told from past Dodge mechanics that Dodge has been aware of this problem for 10 to 15 years and fail to recall the cars affected. I currently have no heat on either side of the car,after seeing hundreds of complaints about the same issue this obviously has to be a manufacturers defect and needs to be recalled by Dodge.

12 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 01/03/2018

Heat only blows hot on drivers side - passenger side blows cold air. Took to the dealership 01/18 they replaced the heater core and flushed the system. 11/18 doing the exact same thing. Already cost $1200, told that it is the coolant and they would not replace the heater core under warranty because it is clogged. If it is the coolant they put in wouldn't that still be covered? this is a safety issue for the defroster on that side also only blows cold air!.

13 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2017

Engine shut of while driving this happens many times even now I can't drive it because I dint know when is going to shut of.

14 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 04/10/2016

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. While driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle decelerated without warning. The contact pulled to the side of the road, turned off, and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure recurred while in traffic. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the electronic throttle assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic for an estimate. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

15 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2016

For the last 2 years I only get heat on my driver side. Passenger side blows cold air. I heard it could be related to a defect during manufacturing process Dodge where metal casing are left in the engine block causing the core to get clogged and that is why I have the problem.

16 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 11/09/2015

Passenger defrost blows cold air which means it is not clearing the windows in inclement weather. The frosting of windows has created safety issues for me because on a busy road I have almost had an accident.


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