2011 Dodge Avenger: sudden loss of power

Filed Sep 9, 2020 · Driver assistance, Engine · 170,000 miles · AL · fire

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. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

Filed Oct 31, 2016 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · ND

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power and the battery warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. Updated 01/10/2017*ct consumer stated the engine RPM jumped to 1500 RPM and the vehicle began to slow down. The electronic throttle control light was blinking on the dash along with the automatic traction control light illiminating. The vehicle RPM would only vary from 1200-1500rpm with the max speed of 20mph. Turns out the little plastic gears inside the part wear, causing the ECM to "lose track" of where the throttle position is. Updated 6/28/18

Filed Apr 23, 2016 · Engine · 86,000 miles · AE

I was driving down the autobahn at about 45 MPH when the electronic throttle control light began flashing and the car lost all power. I had to let the car roll to the side of the street to avoid getting hit by other vehicles and there I tried to start the car and it would not start. The car had shut off before without any warning, but it started back up without any issues. I had the car towed to a mechanical shop and they hooked it up to a diagnostic computer with the code for camshaft sensor. We replaced the camshaft sensor and still no luck. Took it to a dodge dealership and they said the engine needed to be replaced. We did not replace the engine because it would cost $8000. The car still only cranks, but does not start and the etc light is still on.

Filed Jan 14, 2015 · Acceleration · 65,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost power. The vehicle failed to accelerate past 20 MPH and the electronic throttle control warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be cleaned. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle control, PCM and throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.

Filed Dec 25, 2014 · Electrical · 25,600 miles · NY

I bought a 2011 dodge avenger mainstreet three years ago. At 13k miles my car started giving me problems with the electronic throttle control. The car basically loses power with no warning. I have taken the car to my local dodge dealer 5 times since february 2013 due to this problem and on two occasions they said they replaced the etc. Recently the car was giving me problems again with the etc where the car would lose power with no warning. I took it to an independent dealer less than two weeks ago and got the etc replaced and installed. Yesterday my car gave the same problems where the car would lose power. I know there is an investigation into the tipm of chrysler vehicles and I have no doubt that the problems with my car are related to the tipm. If it was just the etc my car would be good but keep in mind the part was replaced three times and the car gives me the same issues. I need advocacy for this issue. I fear my car may be a lemon.

Filed Nov 18, 2014 · Driver assistance · 59,000 miles · NY

I was driving, the etc light and the stability light came on, the car lost power. I had to shut the car off and restart it to get the car to drive normally. It would drive normally for a couple of miles and then I would have to do it again. It stopped doing it the next day. It started back up again this summer. I have taken it to a mechanic who cleans the electronic throttle box and has reset the electronics. This will usually fix it for a month or so and then it starts again. The car also will have surges of power, which are very scary. It also does not handle well when it rains or snows. Overall I feel like the car is unsafe.

Filed Oct 30, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 64,200 miles · WI

While driving to work today I lost all power and noticed a red lighting bolt on the dash. I would try to accelerate but could not going more then 1600 RPM's. I pulled over and killed the engine. When I started it I was able to drive for about 1 minute and it happened again. I was able to get home and later found out the lighting bolt was the electronic control throttle body. I called the dealer and they want $550 to install it or $330 for a new part. Reading forums I seen that many people have this issue and need to replace the entire throttle body because there are little plastic gears that get stripped. I found a place on line for $180 and will replace it but I think it is disappointing that I am replacing this part when I only have 60k miles on it.

Filed Mar 11, 2014 · Acceleration · 69,500 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the electronic throttle warning indicator illuminated as the vehicle lost power. This the failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to authorized dealer, who indicated that the electronic throttle control box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 69,500. The VIN was not available.