Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. As a result, the brakes seized and the contact crashed into the preceding vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the contact 's head impacted the steering wheel. The contact sustained a concussion, sprained neck, and bruises to the feet, ankles, and toes that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and repaired. In addition, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan: airbags did not deploy in a crash
5 of the 544 complaints about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 65,000
- recalls
- 3
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owned a 2009 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a utility pole and a tree. During the crash, the front end of the vehicle sustained significant damage but the air bags did not deploy. There were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and a police report was filed. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact indicated that a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v139000 (electrical system) was received approximately one year ago. After contacting the dealer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed were not available to remedy the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. In addition, the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed and crashed into a pole. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
I tried to avoid hitting a deer and when swerving I went off the road and hit a telephone pole at 55 miles an hour. My airbags didn't deploy and I am now out of work with herniated discs in my neck. I have 4 young children that don't understand that daddy cannot play with them! I will now forever be worried if I'm going to move wrong and be paralyzed! I'm scared and shouldn't be! This vehicles safety systems should have operated properly!
2009 dodge caravan modified by the braun corporation to include a manual ramp for wheelchair passengers was traveling on a 2 lane icy bridge and was unable to stop for a 1997 chevy truck that had already slid out on the bridge and was left sitting across both lanes. The dodge caravan hit the vehicle head on with such force that the driver had the parts from an artificial hip come out. When looking at the vehicle the airbags didn't deploy but the front end is seriously damaged and the vehicle is a total loss. *tr ..updated 04/26/12 *bf. Updated 06/27/12 *bf car fax report received. Updated 06/27/12
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
- Risk
- Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
Recall number 20V396000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured December 31, 2007, to August 31, 2008, 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured June 18, 2007, to August 31, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
- Risk
- If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S07.
Recall number 16V047000 · Recall details
Air bags
- What is wrong
- This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured June 29, 2007, to June 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, to June 17, 2010. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Risk
- If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V‑139.
Recall number 14V373000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
5 of 544 owner complaints about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (1%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
There are 3 recalls and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
Stalling 77Wipers 16Won't start 15Warning lights 10Check engine light 9Key fob 9Loss of power 9ABS 8Grinding brakes 8Overheating 8Door locks 7Premature wear 7Airbag light 6Brake failure 6Engine failure 6Fire or smoke 6Headlights 6Power steering loss 6Tire blowout 6
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