Hit gooseneck dump trailer attached to Dodge Ram 2500 truck. Hit trailer frame square below tailgate. Silverado was total loss. Airbags did not deploy, driver suffered injury to face on steering wheel. Front passenger suffered some bruising from seatbelt. Driver was hospitalized a week later with a seizure with no known medical cause and no history of seizures 50+ years.
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: airbags did not deploy in a crash
18 of the 1,111 complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 18
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 54,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
The side impact airbags failed to deploy. I was ( T Boned) side impacted with such force to propel my my truck 90 degrees and into the ditch. I was wearing my seatbelt. The other driver was charged with the accident. I impacted the doorframe with my Lt. arm and chest, and my Left temple struck the window frame. The truck was totaled. As a result of the vehicular collision I suffered Pulmonary contusions, 3 broken ribs, a lacerated spleen, and omental lacerations. Had the side curtain airbags deployed my injuries would have been significantly reduced. This problem was noted in the accident report. Attached. I have not reported this to a dealer Geico has inspected the vehicle I reported to the the issue with the airbags . No warning lights or any other indication that the airbags were inoperable at any time in the trucks history. I am the first owner of this truck and it was well maintained . I was expected to get at least another 10 years service from the vehicle and maintained as so. I Have attached the accident report.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, when attempting to depress the brake pedal it became extremely hard and went to the floorboard making the vehicle unable to stop. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v069000 (service brakes, hydraulic) but the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to a dealer (matt bowers chevrolet metairie located at 8213 airline dr, metairie, la 70003) but the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. On another occasion, when the contacts husband was driving at approximately 5 MPH and attempted to depress the brake pedal, it failed to slow the vehicle down and rear ended another vehicle in front. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The contact mentioned that a loaner was provided due to her husband driving 114 miles per day for work. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. *ln
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 35 MPH and approaching a traffic light, the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact rear ended another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The contact called his insurance company and was informed to take the vehicle to a collision shop. The vehicle was repaired, but not diagnosed. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v645000 (service brakes, hydraulic) on october 22, 2019. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle in front stopped abruptly. The contact attempted to avoid the vehicle however, crashed into the rear passenger side of another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was not aware of any injuries. A police report was filed. The contact's vehicle was towed to the wheeler auto center dealer (530‑673‑9160, 350 colusa ave, yuba city, ca 95991) where the front end was repaired. The manufacturer was called but the contact was not able to speak to a representative. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
So many problems with it. Chevy went from offering to lemon law it out to sitting back waiting on an intel to finish killing me. They sabotaged truck or its a horrible problem. Air bags did not deploy at 45 mpg fron tend collission. I could have died. They dont care. 1 year later, no one came to look at it. They delay me day ater day
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 15 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to operate. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a tractor trailer. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The contact was able to park the vehicle. The contact called gengras chevrolet at (860) 748-4355 (585 connecticut blvd, east hartford, ct 06108) and was informed that they were unaware of any brake failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 45 MPH and attempting to merge to the right lane, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There was no warning indicator illuminated. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a minor injury that did not require medical attention. The contact's vehicle sustained front end damage and was towed. The body damage was repaired. The contact was not sure if the manufacturer was notified. After the repairs, while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle shook and did not drive in a straight line on the road. The contact also stated that the steering wheel and the seat belts shocked him when the vehicle was started. The contact also stated that the passenger side air bag was exposed and the air bag showed burn marks around the edges. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer who stated that there was no failure with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Truck was at a stop light and was rear ended and airbags never deployed. Driver was injured and just had surgery for neck injury. Also had back injections all due to this accident december 24,2017
My truck has been modififed by either a powerful entity or by the dealership itself at the direction of a powerful entity. Truck has so many problems. I bought from same dealership out of show room and trusted them. After accident, air bags did not deploy and I couldnt figure out why. See burn marks around edges of airbags along with conductive string sew into them. Also noticed extra conductors added along with extra insulator layer. Cigarette outlets all manipulated after replaced with higher output plugs. Also found air bag sensors which are discontinuted as they belong to trucks from 2007-2009. Frame is for a 1ton truck which has beengreased front to back. Axels are clearly older and are labeled for a ck2500 (1 tom) model drive shaft and many other components have markings throughout to establish path of least resistance to guide short of electricity to driver to shock me. Modles modfified to gain access to truck. I am lucky to be alive. You guys have to see this truck in person. Way too uch to list. Dealership had it long time to do repairs. When taken back to them to figure out hwy the loud shakes, the dealershp certified shop tech stated everything is perfectl normal. That wa s a lie.eewwdduuuuuuuuuuuuuefu
2015 chevrolet silverado. Consumer writes in regards to defective airbags. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was involved in an accident that totaled the vehicle. The consumer had a punctured and collapsed lung, seven broken vertebrae, three broken ribs, a broken sternum, a concussion, as well as spinal injuries that resulted in a permanent spinal deformity called kyphosis. The airbags did not deploy.
Takata recall-I was in a wreck 12-24-2017 and I was hit from behind. The bed of my truck was hit so hard by a distracted driver while I was at a stop light, that it twisted up and hit the cab of the truck. My airbags never deployed and my seatbelt never locked up. I am severely injured and am still seeking treatment for my injuries. It was over $11,000 in damages. The truck now down shifts and it sounds likie the bottom is dropping out. It also shakes when at highway speed.
Related recalls
Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflator
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
- Risk
- A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 18, 2021. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Phase I owner notification letters were mailed on May 5, 2022. Phase II owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 31, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1‑888‑988‑7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. This recall supersedes the federal safety agency recall number 20V‑736. GM's number for this recall is N202324251.
Recall number 21V504000 · Recall details
Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflator
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator.
- Risk
- If the end cap separates from the inflator, the compressed gas will escape and the end cap can be propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RRAB modules on the left and/or right side, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on December 22, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1‑888‑988‑7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. Note: GM filed a new recall, number 21V‑504 that supersedes this recall. All vehicles previously recalled under 20V‑736 will now be repaired under the new recall number 21V‑504. GM's numbers for this recall are N202309680, N202309681, and N202309682.
Recall number 20V736000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
18 of 1,111 owner complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Power steering loss 64Loss of power 62Brake failure 55Check engine light 41Stalling 34Jerking 28Headlights 24Spongy pedal 23ABS 21Engine failure 21Harsh shifting 20Fire or smoke 18Misfire 15Shudder 15Slipping 13Steering lock-up 13Transmission failure 13Knocking 12Hesitation 12Fuel pump 11Seat belt 11Won't shift 9Airbag light 8Grinding brakes 8Overheating 8Door locks 5Fuel leak 5Won't start 5
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