2014 Dodge Durango airbags problems

Filed Jun 16, 2026 · Airbags, Electrical · KS

Airbag service light has come on and upon reading appears to be a major issue among any 2014 dodge durango with the vin starting with 1C4RD…. But not on a recall. Appears to be a bad OCR. Unsure why other Chrysler made vehicles known with this issue were recalled but not the 2014 dodge durangos Very concerning that the airbags won’t deploy if in an accident

Filed Feb 27, 2026 · Airbags, Seats · CA · 1 injury

On February 6, 2026, while driving my 2014 Dodge Durango at normal speed, the driver’s seat headrest suddenly and unexpectedly deployed/exploded, striking the back of my head. The force of the impact caused my head to snap forward, resulting in soft-tissue and muscle injuries to my neck and upper back. I sought medical evaluation following the incident and was diagnosed with soft-tissue injury/whiplash. Treatment has included diagnostic imaging, prescription medication, and follow-up care for ongoing symptoms. I was able to continue driving the vehicle directly to a Dodge dealership, where staff confirmed that the headrest had exploded. This is the second headrest failure on this vehicle caused by a defective plastic component; the passenger-side headrest failed previously in August 2023. The vehicle is unsafe to operate until the headrest is replaced. Due to the part being out of stock, the repair is expected to take more than two months. Prior to this incident, the only indication of a problem was a letter sent by Dodge in August 2020 stating that the warranty on this part was extended from 3 years to 10 years due to a known defect. Given the repeated failures and risk of injury, this condition represents a safety defect that should have been addressed through a recall.

Filed Sep 23, 2025 · Airbags, Seats · PA

While stopped at a stop sign, the passenger headrest airbag deployed.

Filed Jul 17, 2025 · Airbags · 100,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed low speed through a parking area, the passenger's side seat headrest deployed inadvertently and hit the passenger in the back of the head. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer or an independent mechanic. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Chrysler Campaign Number: X88. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Jan 5, 2025 · Airbags, Seats · CA

Passenger seat, headrest exploded part of cars, active restraint system, hitting my son in the head

Filed Oct 14, 2024 · Airbags · FL · 1 injury

Sitting at the light and driver side active head restraint deployed into my head.

Filed Jul 7, 2024 · Airbags, Seats · WA

Passenger side active headrest deployed without accident while sitting in driveway no one in or around vehicle and also not running.

Filed May 7, 2024 · Airbags · GA

The passenger head restraint deployed while driving on a smooth road at about 30 mph. No crash or unusual road conditions.

Filed Sep 22, 2023 · Airbags, Seats · CO · 1 injury

Sitting at drive through and driver headrest exploded and hit me in the back of the head. Thank God I was not moving at the time and my car was in park or I may have wrecked! Startled me and I was dazed and confused because I couldn’t figure out what had happened! This just happened a few hours ago so I have not been able to report it or have it checked out. I did take several pictures. There were no warnings or anything and it just happened as I was sitting there! If I had been driving, it could have been catastrophic! My neck is sore and I have a headache.

Filed Aug 31, 2023 · Airbags, Seat belts · VA

Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module failure. Existing Recall for other 2014 Dodge Durangos