The passenger headrest airbag deployed by itself without reason. No rear end collision. The headrest deployed and hit my 16 yr old daughter in the back of the head. Giving her a headache. No the vehicle has not been looked at yet, it is going to go to the dealer tomorrow. No messages prior to the failure. Now there is a red airbag malfunction icon. A person in a seat with a red dot (airbag) in front of the seat.
2013 Dodge Durango airbags problems
42 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 88,720. 10 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 42
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 88,720
- crashes
- 10
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
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Dodge Durango airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2013 Dodge Durango airbags
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Related recalls
Air bags
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from April 11, 2012, through July 20, 2012. Some vehicles may have been built with the incorrect airbag occupant restraint control (ORC) module.
- Risk
- In the event of a side impact, rearward of the second row seat, the supplemental side air bag inflatable curtain may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 24, 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 12V391000 · Recall details
What 2013 Dodge Durango owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My vehicle was hit on passenger side at approximately 35 miles an hour and the airbags did not deploy. Vehicle is totaled from the wreck and I sustained injuries which need medical attention.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The headrest randomly deployed well car was in park. All I did was sit in my seat. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? My safety was put at risk because now I have a sore neck and migraine from something meant to keep me safe but instead jeopardized my safety. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? I will be calling as soon as they open. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Calling as soon as they open. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No warnings at all.
Passenger headrest airbag deployed while car was stationary in garage. My daughter was hit sharply by deployed airbag. Has not yet been inspected, but is available for inspection. No warning this would happen.
The drivers headrest deployed without any impact, while sitting idly.
Passenger side front headrest airbag deployed without incident. There were no warning lights, messages or symptoms prior to deployment. The vehicle was inspected and certified upon purchase. This could have caused injury to myself or my children. My biggest concern is the same incident happening without warning to the driver’s side while I’m driving and causing an accident which results in injury or worse, death of myself or children. This is a problem.
Front Driver’s side headrest separated while parked. Dealer confirmed. They reported it deployed. No warning lights before or after incident.
Vehicle was parked and engine off. The driver’s side head restraint deployed suddenly and almost hit me in the face. When I looked inside, the plastic hooks that hold a metal pin in place had broken off.
The headrest deployed while parked.
Air did employ when it hit a deer at 35 mph , inside light go so dim on the radio and the front, you see the dashboard or the radio
Questions about the 2013 Dodge Durango airbags
Does the 2013 Dodge Durango have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 42 complaints about the airbags of the 2013 Dodge Durango, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2013 Dodge Durango airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 88,720 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Dodge Durango airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V391000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Durango have bad airbags?
The Dodge Durango model years with the most airbags complaints are 2004 (143 complaints), 2005 (111 complaints) and 2006 (76 complaints).
Other 2013 Dodge Durango problems
Electrical 290Engine 120Fuel system 92Brakes 76Seats 76Transmission 34Steering 24Lights 18Acceleration 17Driver assistance 16Visibility 10Body 9Suspension 5Seat belts 3Wheels 3Tires 2
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