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2016 Dodge Journey: airbags did not deploy in a crash
7 of the 389 complaints about the 2016 Dodge Journey describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
was involved in a major accident and the air bags did not deploy. Was hit on head on and right side.
Airbags didn't deploy in head on collision and break system has a defect in the abs module
Head on Collison with light pole high speed the no airbags deployed. Vehicle was towed to tow yard is awaiting insurance to estimate damages.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge journey. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking space the contact attempted to press the brake pedal however, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. The contact stated the vehicle crashed into the post holding the handicap sign for the parking space. The airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed. A police report was filed. The contact received no injuries and no medical attention was needed. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the brakes were faulty, however, they were not able to identify the exact cause of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge journey. While driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel was turned to the right to avoid colliding with a truck. However, the vehicle turned to the left and collided with an embankment. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated after the failure. A police report was filed. The contact sustained left arm soreness, but no medical attention was required. The vehicle was not towed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 36,632.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge journey. While attempting to park the vehicle, it accelerated independently while the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the vehicle drove over a concrete bumper and struck a building. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to a body shop (all magic paint and body) and the body damage was repaired. The vehicle was not diagnosed by the dealer. The vehicle was not deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,545. Updated 09/27/17*lj
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Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2016 Dodge Journey no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2016 Dodge Journey?
7 of 389 owner complaints about the 2016 Dodge Journey (2%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2009.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2016 Dodge Journey?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2016 Dodge Journey
Stalling 70Check engine light 55ABS 34Loss of power 30Jerking 16Adaptive cruise 15Airbag light 11Won't start 11Whining noise 10Backup camera 9Grinding brakes 8Hesitation 8Steering lock-up 8Won't shift 8Transmission failure 8Warning lights 7Engine failure 6Key fob 6Power steering loss 6Slipping 6Brake failure 5Fire or smoke 5Headlights 5Overheating 5
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