2011 Dodge Avenger seat belts problems

Filed Aug 22, 2022 · Airbags, Engine · 171,998 miles · NM

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the check engine warning light and air bag warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the cruise control, buttons on the steering wheel, and occupant restraint control were malfunctioning. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V668000 (Seat Belts, Air Bags) and the recall repair was completed. The contact stated that the air bag and occupant restraint warning light remained illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 171,998.

Filed Jan 10, 2020 · Airbags, Electrical · 170,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle windshield wipers and turning signal independently activated. In addition, the steering column and the gear shifter failed to function. The seat belt and air bags warning lights were illuminated. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v315000 (steering) and 16v668000 (seat belts, air bags). The vehicle was taken to (scott evans chrysler dodge jeep ram located at 2280 bankhead hwy, carrollton, ga 30116) where they diagnosed that the brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Dec 19, 2019 · Seat belts · UT

Driver side seat belt does not lock once I put it on. The rest work just fine.

Filed Mar 27, 2018 · Seat belts, Transmission · 80,000 miles · VA

After 80'000 miles shifing problems, the car will not go into reverse. Will not back up. Along with seat belt issues.

Filed Dec 13, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v668000 (seat belts, air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer in madisonville, tx was contacted and stated that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Aug 7, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · 58,000 miles · SD

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the seat belts would not tighten. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v668000 (seat belts, air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The billion dodge dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 58,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jun 1, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge avenger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v668000 (seat belts, air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and initially confirmed that parts would be available in june; however, the contact was still unable to get the recall remedied due to the manufacturer changing the date to august. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Apr 24, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · 110,000 miles · CA

This is an update to a previous complaint. I received a recall back on november 2016 from fca. I contacted fca regarding the recall and they told me they didn't have the parts and would put me on a priority list and contact me when they had the parts. Still have not received any type of contact and its now april 24th 2017. I have emailed dodge corporate office regarding the safety issue of my vehicle asking for a new vehicle with no safety recall issues or complete my recall. Have not received a response from them. I went to dodge and asked when my car will be fixed, they told me they do not have the parts and could only do it now if it was safety related. "which it clearly is." I have received no information on when the parts will be available or offered an alternative to ensure I am driving a safe vehicle. It is clear dodge is doing nothing to ensure the drivers of their vehicles are safe. I'm writing on here in hopes to get help to get my vehicle fixed or get a vehicle that is safe to drive. It is dodges obligation to fulfill one of these. I will continue to contact everyone I possible can to make sure dodge is held accountable for this and to solve dodges problem.

Filed Mar 30, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · 110,000 miles · CA

I received a recall on my 2011 dodge avenger back in november 2016. I called the recall company listed on the recall notice and informed them of the VIN on my vehicle. They told me that they did not have the parts and would contact me when they did. Great!! I then called stockton dodge and informed them if the same information in which I got the same answer. I was pretty understanding at first. Then two months pass and no call or email. I then call both back and get the same answer. Again trying to be understanding. At this point I started researching the recall and found the information above. I asked several outside sources and they informed me if it was safety related. (which if I'm not mistaken it is) to go to the dealership and demand to have the vehicle fixed. At this point it's two months later and I head over to stockton dodge chrysler jeep ram . Also at this point my seat belt pretensioner in the passengers seat is jammed and the end is stuck buckled. I go into the service center and inform them there is a recall on my car and I've been waiting months for the parts to come in. I also inform them if the seat belt issue. All they tell me is that the parts aren't in and the only way to have it done now is if it is safety related. They pull up the recall, scanning it and tell me it's not safety related. I was amazed by what I heard. Then the one service working told me there was no one there to check my seat belt at the time. I then asked the individual how it wasn't safety related when there was a possibility my airbags wouldn't deploy and my cars seat belt was already not working. He looked at me with a blank stare and again told me they didn't have the parts. I left pretty upset. How does a company sell u a car that is not safe, then knowing it's not safe' do nothing about it. It's outrageous. Till this day my vehicle has not been fixed.

Filed Mar 17, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · FL

I purchased this vehicle in january 2017. I am afraid to drive it due to the safety issue the federal safety agency recall number 16v‑668. I contact the dealer weekly and I'm told that there is "no remedy available yet". I need to know how dangerous this is and if the car is safe to drive. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).