2011 Dodge Avenger engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 39 complaints for the 2011 Dodge Avenger, 13% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 39 13% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 83,000 miles 32 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 5 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 4 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 0 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 6 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 6 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 4 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 3 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 32 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 83,000 miles, and 28% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 fire.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle jerked and lost power. The engine and traction warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the crankshafts on three occasions. The contact stated that the battery cable box burned and was also replaced by the independent mechanic. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The contact stated that the vehicle did not seem fully repaired.
2011 dodge avenger. 3.6l engine. While driving between 30 and 40 MPH, on deceleration, once the gas pedal is pressed to accelerate, the engine stalls. All electrical still works, but power steering and braking are lost. Car does not restart for at least an hour or more, but will start evnetually. Has happened "intermittently" 10 times since dec 2017 (this report done july 2018). 8 dealer trips with a torque converter replacement, new fuel pump and still stalling issues while trying to accelerate.
Other problems reported for the 2011 Dodge Avenger
- Electrical system 41 complaints
- Air bags 35 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 26 complaints
- Seat belts 20 complaints
- Suspension 16 complaints