I was in a car accident and the airbags did not deploy
2014 Chevrolet Impala: airbags did not deploy in a crash
7 of the 638 complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Impala describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 2
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
Air bags did not deploy in an automotive collision.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while at stop, another vehicle crashed into the front driver's side of the contact's vehicle and drove off. The air bags did not deploy, even though the other vehicle was driving about 50 MPH. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries, including lower back, chest and neck injuries that required medical attention. The contact's vehicle was damaged and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not totaled. The dealer and the manufacturer were not called. The failure mileage was approximately 88,423.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the side blind zone alert message displayed on the instrument cluster. The contact received an extended warranty #n172097060 (side blind zone alert module water intrusion) however the vehicle exceeded the 80,000 mile time limit. The contact was concerned that the passenger presence detection system would fail and that the air bag would not deploy in the event of a crash. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet impala. While driving approximately 45 MPH, a deer crossed the road. The contact had to make a sharp left turn to avoid the animal and crashed into a hill in the woods. The air bags did not deploy and the seat belt did not restrain the driver. The vehicle sustained front end damage. A police report was not filed. The contact sustained bruised ribs, and injuries to the left arm and shoulder, which required medical attention. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 77,390. *tt updated 11/28/18
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet impala. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a front end collision. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then to the body shop. The vehicle was not deemed destroyed. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact suffered back, neck, and head bruises that required medical attention. In addition, the contact had four bruised vertebrae. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the brakes were engaged and failed to respond. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. No injuries were reported and a police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Air bags
- Special Coverage
- This technical bulletin provides a procedure to check the X2 or PPS sensor mat terminal connector for...
- This informational bulletin provides information on Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt...
- The informational bulletin explains how items on the passenger seat may
- Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime Passenger Airbag Indicator On When...
- Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime and Passenger Airbag Indicator On...
Related recalls
Air bags
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 15, 2013, to June 19, 2015, equipped with front vented-heated passenger seats. Accordingly, the Automatic Occupant Sensing (AOS) system may fail to suppress the front passenger air bag if a child seat is in the front passenger seat. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- If the front passenger air bag deploys with a child seat in the front passenger seat, it increases the risk of injury to the child.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will correct the calibration-learning error by preconditioning the empty seat, and also resetting the ECU to a seat zero-value, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is 15400.
Recall number 15V465000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."
- Risk
- In manufacturing mode, the vehicle's air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers are to reprogram the SDM to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1‑800‑458‑8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is 14532.
Recall number 14V518000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2014 Chevrolet Impala no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2014 Chevrolet Impala?
7 of 638 owner complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Impala (1%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2014 Chevrolet Impala?
There are 2 recalls and 10 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2014 Chevrolet Impala
ABS 68Power steering loss 52Loss of power 46Headlights 44Check engine light 37Stalling 31Grinding brakes 22Hesitation 14Won't start 14Steering lock-up 13Adaptive cruise 12Engine failure 12Jerking 12Warning lights 12Airbag light 11Water leak 11Fire or smoke 8Backup camera 7Collision warning 7Fuel gauge 7Door locks 6Knocking 6Lane assist 6Key fob 5
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