Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While reversing the vehicle, it accelerated on its own from 15 to 50 MPH. As a result, the contact's vehicle struck three other vehicles. The air bags did not deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed. It was unknown if a dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 56,000.
2013 Dodge Charger: airbags did not deploy in a crash
9 of the 360 complaints about the 2013 Dodge Charger describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 51,000
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
I have been involved in two separate crashes with this vehicle. The first at 46 MPH, with significant front end damage. The second, after the car was repaired was at 75 MPH. During the first crash, no airbags deployed. During the second crash only the curtain/side airbags deployed on the passenger side of the car. I was seatbelted in, properly, and suffered bruised lungs and a concussion.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 dodge charger. While driving 65 MPH, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained minor burns from the air bags, which had a delayed deployment. Medical attention was sought. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. Dodge country (1902 e central texas expy, killeen, tx 76541, (888) 676-8389) was called. The contact was placed on hold and then the call was disconnected. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving 1 MPH and parking the vehicle, it suddenly accelerated. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a wall and pinned a caregiver. The air bags did not deploy. It was difficult to shift gears, which prolonged the injury. The fire department was notified, but a police report was not filed. The caregiver sustained minor injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The body damage was repaired. The manufacturer not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that after shifting into the park position and exiting the vehicle, it independently rolled away and crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was knocked down by the door of the vehicle and sustained bruising that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact stated that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v240000 (power train). The failure mileage was 29,950. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the vehicle head on. The air bags failed to deploy and the seat belt did not engage. The contact sustained head, back and neck injuries that require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed the contacts resident and then taken to an insurance lot to be repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v434000 (electrical system) and 15v467000 (air bags, seat belts). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure was 32,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the driver side of the vehicle and the tires blew out. As a result, the contact sustained back, neck, shoulder and legs injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000. The consumer also stated the air bag did not deploy. Updated 02/01/16.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 dodge charger. While driving approximately 40 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the front end of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained head, neck, back, and leg injuries that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 dodge charger. The contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the seat belts did not retract. A police report was filed and two injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 23,914. Updated 02/02/15*lj updated 6/8/2015
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Recall number 19V018000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Chrysler is recalling certain 2009-2010 RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Chrysler is also recalling certain 2009 RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U03.
Recall number 18V021000 · Recall details
Air bags: side/window
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.
- Risk
- Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R35.
Recall number 15V467000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2013 Dodge Charger no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2013 Dodge Charger?
9 of 360 owner complaints about the 2013 Dodge Charger (3%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Dodge Charger?
There are 3 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2013 Dodge Charger
Stalling 43ABS 24Fire or smoke 19Airbag light 14Check engine light 14Loss of power 12Wipers 12Jerking 10Power steering loss 10Warning lights 10Fuel smell 8Whining noise 8Adaptive cruise 7Won't start 7Misfire 6Seat belt 6Fuel pump 5Headlights 5Won't shift 5
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