Is the 2013 DODGE Avenger safe to drive?

The 2013 DODGE Avenger has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 17V640000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

What Happened

The active headrests in your vehicle are designed to protect you in a rear-end collision. However, a part called the occupant restraint controller might not work as intended, leaving your headrests unable to deploy.

Risk if Unfixed

If your headrests don't deploy in a rear-end crash, you're at a higher risk of injury to your head and neck. This could lead to serious harm, including concussions or even more severe injuries.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your dealer will replace the faulty occupant restraint controller, free of charge. You'll receive a notification, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #17V640000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 17V640000

What This Recall Means

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?