2009 Dodge RAM 1500: airbag warning light

Filed May 9, 2019 · Airbags · 74,000 miles · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500 slt crew cab 4x2 (140 in wb 5 ft 7 in box). The contact stated that the air bag warning light had illuminated. Midway motors mcpherson chevrolet (610 w kansas ave, mcpherson, ks 67460) where it was diagnosed that the air bag sensor needed replacement. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 74,000.

Filed Apr 3, 2019 · Airbags · AL

Biggest things is the airbag light coming on, just worries me with it just exploding and coming out, I just think it's a problem, especially just coming on for no reason

Filed Nov 21, 2018 · Airbags, Engine · MS

In 2018,yr 2012 dodge ram truck, was recalled for the t79 recall. After recall was installed, now truck stalls-goes dead when brake pushed & dies in reverse. After research, it's a major issue w/the 1500's yet there hasnt been a recall. This is a very dangerous situation that dodge has put the owners in. So when I brake for anything on a hwy, it goes dead! The dealer checks for an error code & yet there is no error code so they cant do anything about it-dependent on computers versus hands on mechanics. Dealer suggested to leave my truck & they'll drive it until it happens which is random. It's ridiculous that mechanics have no real hands-on mechanical ability & depend on computers to provide error codes. After the t79 recall was done, was it required to upgrade/update or refresh the computer system afterwards? Dealer said the recall did not call for an computer update as dodge did not require it. Per internet forums, youtube, & internet, the stalling is a major issue! Guess I have to take chances w/this issue of stalls/dying on hwy travel-dangerous! Also, the steering wheel has something loose inside of it. It sounds like the airbag has come loose & is moving when wheel turned. Any recalls or word on this? Again the dealer plugs in his computer & doesn't see anything wrong even though you can hear it. Dodge needs to be accountable & responsible for all these mistakes-esp since this is a safety issue! Also, on the 1st day of purchasing my truck, the pass airbag light remained on. Dealer kept new truck for 6 wks to attempt resolution & ended up contacting dodge engineering & found out the colored wires were crossed - the colors were interchanged at the factory! Amazing & no recall was done. It's impossible to speak w/cust serv at dodge ram- someone that is knowledgeable.

Filed Dec 26, 2016 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 65,600 miles · GA

My extremely low-mileage ram is experiencing electrical and sensor issues of a truck tens of thousands of miles higher. The key fob will not lock or unlock the doors but the lights will flash. The esp/bas light remains on along with the slipping light plus the airbag light. They all remain on. The driver side door panel will not lock or unlock the doors. The panel will not open or close the 2 rear windows, but, the 2 front windows will open and close. All lights remain on while in motion or parked. I did notice the column shifter was extremely loose and was not as tight as normal. Vehicle has just over 65,000 miles on it. And is 8 years old possibly related issues are that the truck was recently taken in for wheel sensor replacements and low idle causing stalling.

Filed Feb 20, 2015 · Airbags · 100,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the air bag warning light continuously illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the clock spring was defective and caused the air bag warning light to become illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was made aware that the VIN was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. ..updated 06-08-15 *bf the consumer also stated the radio would turn off off and come back on by itslef while driving. Updated 06/18/15

Filed Jan 9, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · 86,000 miles · OH

The tipm is going out. Causing all sorts of electrical issues. Heater fan stopped working, windshield wipers come and go, esp comes and goes, tow/haul comes and goes, rear window power comes and goes, 4x4 cant be turned on from time to time, airbag lights come on at will, esp/bas comes and goes, ABS comes and goes, rear sliding window comes and goes, all of this happens mainly below 32 degrees but van happen anytime. But below freezing is extemely dangerous because the windshield ices up on the inside with no heater fan! Thermometer stopped working to. Im sure other thing but its to much to just remember off the top of my head. Fuel economy is terrible also 12-13.5 mpg while the problems occur. Normally is 17.1 mpg average still that is terrible. At test drive it was getting 20 mpg average.

Filed Sep 24, 2013 · Electrical · 41,000 miles · WI

Our 2009 dodge ram 1500 is experiencing issues with the tipm (totally integrated power module). The vehicle starts intermittently and will/could stop running/shutdown at any time. We have had the truck serviced only to find that this particular part is about $650-800 to replace plus labor. The issue not only could be dangerous if the vehicle does not start but if it dies while operating. After extensive research it was discovered that this issue is not only a large issue in dodge ram, but also in numerous other chrysler vehicles. Some have experienced issues such as windshield wipers, the horn blowing, lights turning on and off randomly while driving. Even after removing the key and shutting down the engine, the issues would not shut off. The wipers can and have decided to not work, which could lead to a real hazard when driving in the rain. The check engine light comes on sporadically, as does the air bag light. Not knowing if the air bag will even function in an accident. There is an enormous backorder on the tipm due to the high volume of vehicles requiring replacement. I was told "unofficially" by a service rep that the reason for the backlog is also due to chrysler changing the manufacturer and in turn, increasing the price of the part. This needs to be replaced at the cost of chrysler, not the owner. This is a safety issue and needs to be recalled immediately! Any help you can provide would be more than appreciated.