The air bag light turns on and off while driving, along with a ding, indicating that there is a problem with the air bag.
2013 Dodge Avenger airbags complaints
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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.
When I start my car which is stationary the airbag light comes on & dings (like the seatbelt warning) it dings like 2 times. Then as I drive on city streets & highways, while the vehicle is in motion the light will come on & go off randomly. This doesn't happen every time the vehicle is stationary or in motion, however it does happen way more often than not. And I'm afraid for my safety & the safety of my passengers. What if the airbags do not deploy to help save anyone? I have read other customers complaining of this exact same thing happening with their vehilces, yet there is no recall? Such as the federal safety agency id # 11395069 incident date 01-31-2021 please look into this, and please advise of solution - resolution
The airbag light don't go off at all upon driving when accelerating the engine jerks very badly like there is some power lost going in with the engine I have to press hard for acceleration then it drives smooth then the car shuts off on my an my husband from traveling an when raining the wipers get stuck an moves like a robot so we have to pull over because we can't see due to electric problems with the wiper an this isn't safe at all for nobody car stalling out plus wipers get stuck an the move like a robot not safe
Airbag sensor light comes on, turns off at random, turns back on again. Repeats cycle while driving for entire drive.
The airbag light keeps going on and off making a dinging noise. There is recalls for vehicles that are the same as mine yet for some reason mine is not recalled. This happens every time that I start the car and continues while I am driving.
On january 31,2021, I was driving home in the rain on interstate 40. I hydroplaned and lost control of my car. I was driving 55 MPH when this happened. I wa sin the far right lane and I spun out across the highway and I crashed into the center median at full speed. My airbags never deployed. I have many bruised on my chest, hips, legs, arms and torso from the impact, as well as whiplash in my neck and back.
Car started running hot no lights on. Fan stopped working. Also replace break parts and still a break problem. Then air bag has a recall found out at dealer ship after purchase and they refused to fix. I was driving when vehicle ran hot now stuck on side of road
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after multiple attempts with the security light flashing on the dashboard. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic and was informed that the tipm was defective. The failure was linked to the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v282000 (electrical system, air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency for assistance. Since the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to fields chrysler jeep dodge sanford (750 towne center blvd, sanford, fl 32771) where it was diagnosed with a defective tipm and remained in the possession of the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
I I was sitting in the parking lot of a grocery store when the active head restraint exploded on the passenger side head rest. My vehicle was not moving and there was no contact with any other vehicle or object. I took my vehicle back to the dealer and they stated you can not even order parts to have this fixed until 05/01/2021. He stated he would try to close it but because it is made with cheap plastic it was probably broke.
Driver headrest deployed when no accident occurred. Very frustrated because neck is starting to hurt when driving because the headrest is forward but 50%. This happened 1 month ago, 10/01/2020. Vehicle was parked, not occupied.
Engine shut off while driving brakes locked steering locked vehicle no start
Deployed airbag loss of power engine shut off while driving brakes lock steering lock no start
Passenger headrest airbag deployed while driving engine stalls while driving lost steering brake locks loss of power vehicle would not start
Passenger headrest exploded while parked in a parking lot no damage from other vehicles or damage from outside
Hello I guess my car has a recall I didnt no I went to the dealership got some parts my in there system I work out of town I travel alot drove the out of state I got in a accident police came wrote a report said it was my fault in the impact the airbags never open and the seat bet became loss it takes longer to return in its rolled up position I thought maybe the airbags didnt open cause the impact wasnt hard enough will I just left it like that I ended up fixing the car on my own didnt wont more problems with the insurance didnt make it a bigger deal around christmas time all this coronavirus happens this was in texas my job ended I came back home to nevada time passed went to the dealer to get more parts nothing a few days later yesterday I get a text from the dealer my car has a recall they won't to fix it and chrysler is going to pay for my rental cause they need the car a few days I could have been hurt real bad I fix the car on my own cause I didnt need more problems my back still hurts from time to time I just thought I share this experience thank u
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the seat belt warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer located in woodbridge, va, where the technician stated that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The vehicle was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the head-rest needed to be replaced. The vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v668000 (seat belts, air bags). The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
I purchase the car, and the dealership california direct motors failed to inform me of the safety recall, and its still an un going problem, I have not received my plates / registration. So legally I'm not the owner until this get cleared. I'm afraid to drive the car. Please help me
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, there was an abnormal sound inside the vehicle. The contact pulled over and inspected the vehicle. The contact stated that the passenger occupant restraint controller was shifted forward and was unable to reset the head rest. The vehicle was taken to rick hendrick dodge chrysler jeep ram (1468 savannah highway, charleston, sc 29407, (843) 352-6931) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the occupant restraint controller needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v640000 (seats, air bags) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 81,000.
My airbags did not go off when I hit the car in oncoming traffic. My frame was bent and both cars were totaled. I've sustained many injuries that are unknown of treatment completion
While driving approximately 30-35 MPH on a city street the front passenger head rest airbag had went off with passenger in the seat. There was no accident involved to cause the airbag to deploy.
Stability control light coming on while driving and when parked. Check engine light. Needed to replace the brake switch. Airbag light on. Diagnostic shows there is a short in airbag wiring and the airbag will not deploy if needed. This light comes on after starting car and stays on constantly.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the front passenger and driver air bags suddenly deployed without warning or an impact. There were no injuries. The contact took the vehicle to mack grubbs motors (located at 1480 highway 98 e, columbia, ms 39429, 601‑376‑9938). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 108,830.
Just leaving a parking lot going maybe 15 MPH at the most and the driver head rest popped out and a spring went flying. The vehicle was not hit or did not make any impact with anything, not even a speed bump. The head rests are extremely uncomfortable now and it was terrifying getting hit in the back of the head with my 1 year old daughter in the back seat. Local dealership advised this is not under a recall so it would be something we would have to pay out of pocket for. Estimate was close to $3,000. That is absurd when it is a defect and not something that I caused.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. While driving 10 MPH, the passenger side head restraint popped opened and struck the occupant in the head without warning. There were no warning indicators illuminat or injuries. The contact called louisville chrysler dodge jeep ram (5311 dixie hwy, louisville, ky 40216, (502) 410-2413), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
The headrests in my dodge avenger have popped forward several times. Sometimes they would pop forward merely from the heat, as I live in a very hot area. I had the orc replaced as part of safety recall s61, however the vehicles safety is reduced because the headrests will not stay locked in due to broken plastic locks which are supposed to hold it back. Apparently the headrests are not covered under the recall as it currently stands. The car is uncomfortable to drive, and in the case of an accident, the headrests will not be able to deploy since they are now permanently deployed. I thought the headrests were already covered by the previous recall, which is why I am filing now.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge avenger. The contact stated that the driver's side active head rest detached and was deteriorated. Shortly afterwards, the front driver's side active head rest had deteriorated, detached, and popped out while the driver was operating the vehicle. Crown dodge of fayetteville (436 n mcpherson church rd, fayetteville, nc 28303, (910) 920-9613) was notified of the failure and indicated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v640000 (seats and air bags); however, the vehicle exhibited the same failure as the recall campaign. The contact attempted to schedule an appointment to diagnose and repair the failure, but was not able to within a reasonable timeframe. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was not available.
Recall was replaced for seat belt restraint control for driver but light still remained on after the recall part was repaired, passenger seat restraint controller may have the same issue.
The airbag light keeps going on and off. A few times I would undo my seatbelt and then secure it again and it would go off. But it comes back on again. Brakes: I have had all 4 brakes replaced and my brakes still squeak and they grind. Ive had this done twice and it does not fix the issue. It makes a rattling sound when going uphill. And squeeks and grinds when coming to a stop. This has been going on for months.
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