Tl* the contact owned a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that upon approaching a stop light at 10 MPH, the driver behind her was on a cell phone and rear ended her vehicle. The contact stated that the driver seat belt failed to restrain her and the contact hit her head on the driver side window. The air bags also failed to deploy upon impact. The contact did not receive medical attention; however, she stated that she did have pain to her lower spine, neck, and left side of her head. The other driver did not sustain injuries. The police were called to the scene; however, they never showed. The contact stated that she gave her information to the dispatcher; but was uncertain if a police report was filed. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was later destroyed. The contact also went to nyle maxwell cdjr of austin(13401 ranch rd 620 n, austin, tx 78717) where they discovered that her vehicle was placed under the federal safety agency campaign number:16v668000( seat belts, air bags); however, the dealer offered no assistance. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.
2013 Dodge Avenger: seat belt won't latch or retract
6 of the 548 complaints about the 2013 Dodge Avenger describe seat belt won't latch or retract.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 50,000
- recalls
- 1
Seat belt won't latch or retract by model year
- 20143
- 20136
- 20129
- 20112
- 20091
- 20084
- 19991
- 19972
- 19963
- 19952
What owners say
Seatbelt on drivers side locks all the way in and does not release. This has happened while car is stationary and in motion (no breaking involved, driving 25 MPH). Have got the seatbelt to release a few times and immediately locks again. Is currently locked all the way in preventing the seatbelt from being worn.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a guardrail. The driver's door was severely damaged, but the side and curtain air bags did not deploy and the seat belt failed to restrain the driver. The driver sustained injuries to the left side of the body that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 110,000. *dt
The dash airbag warning light is on all the time and the drivers side seatbelt is hard to latch.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v668000 (air bags, seat belts); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated and the seat belt failed to remain locked into the latch in the event of a crash due to the otc failure. The contact called the anderson dodge dealer (5711 e state st, rockford, il 61108; 815‑229‑2000) and was informed that due to the air bag warning indicator remaining illuminated, the entire air bag system would fail. The dealer stated that the parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they were expecting parts around august. The dealer was not aware of parts being available around that time or at all. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v668000 (air bags, seat belts); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the driver's side seat belt failed to extend correctly when the contact attempted to utilize the seat belt. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Seat belts: pretensioner
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
Recall number 16V668000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2013 Dodge Avenger seat belt
Is seat belt won't latch or retract a common problem on the 2013 Dodge Avenger?
6 of 548 owner complaints about the 2013 Dodge Avenger (1%) mention seat belt won't latch or retract. The model year with the most reports is 2012.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Dodge Avenger?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2013 Dodge Avenger
Stalling 67Airbag light 44Check engine light 32No deployment 19Loss of power 16Hesitation 13Wipers 13Won't start 13Jerking 10Knocking 8Overheating 8Engine failure 7ABS 6Grinding brakes 6Fire or smoke 6Steering lock-up 5
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