2008 Ford Fusion: airbags did not deploy in a crash

Filed Oct 27, 2021 · Brakes · 169,000 miles · MN · crash

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph the brakes failed and the pedal extended to the floor causing the vehicle to crash into a stationary truck. During the crash, the front end was damaged but the airbags did not deploy. No injuries were reported, no police report was taken and the vehicle was not towed. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The contact was notified that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number 19v904000(service brakes) and 21v158000(airbags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable.The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall and the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 169,000.

Filed Jul 26, 2020 · Airbags, Brakes · 120,000 miles · IL · crash

My vehicle was in a accident involving a frontal crash of both vehicles in joliet and my airbags didn't deploy. I have since had my vehicle repaired by ford recall of the airbags and now I have had to replace my brakes at least twice a year when I only travel locally with my car.

Filed Nov 18, 2018 · Airbags · 105,000 miles · NE · crash

My vehicle has had an airbag recall for the front passenger (takata brand) airbag. I've received many notices for this issue since I've purchased the car (august, 2014). After calling ford multiple times, I've been told that the products have not arrived to replace the possibly damaged parts. My car has been in one accident in the past three years (roughly fall/winter of 2016). The airbags did not deploy, which is worrisome because at this point I'm unsure if it's because it wasn't necessary or because they are malfunctioning. Please advise and let me know how I can further evaluate and solve this issue. Thanks!

Filed Aug 23, 2018 · Airbags · 60,000 miles · NY · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. While driving 15 MPH and approaching a stop light, another vehicle crashed into the front driver side door of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a whiplash, concussion, and injuries to the back, shoulder, and hips that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified by the contact's insurance company. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v024000 (air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called huntington ford lincoln at (631) 271-6800 (located at 333 w jericho turnpike, huntington, ny 11743) and was informed that the part was not available. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Mar 8, 2018 · Airbags · 180,000 miles · IL · crash

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. While driving various speeds in the snow, the vehicle skidded and crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic and the front end damage was repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to al piemonte ford (2500 w north ave, melrose park, il 60160, (708) 345-9300), but the parts were not available for the repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available. *tt *tr - (recall related incident) ts

Filed Dec 6, 2017 · Airbags · 75,000 miles · AR · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* takata recall. The contact owned a 2008 ford fusion. While driving 5 MPH and making a right turn, a truck struck the driver's side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the collision. The driver was knocked unconscious and both occupants required medical attention and were transported to the hospital by ambulance. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not inspected to determine the cause of the air bag failure. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Prior to the collision, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (mark martin ford, 1601 batesville blvd, batesville, ar 72501 (800) 566-4461) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact also received notification from tk holdings that the manufacturer filed for bankruptcy. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Aug 14, 2017 · Airbags, Brakes · 100,000 miles · FL · crash

Was not notified of any recalls on this vehicle when I purchased it. I had an accident last month and the brakes locked up and I couldn't control the steering and went careening off the roadway into a stationary sign and tow up the passenger side of my vehicle. The passenger air bag never deployed. Nor the driver air bag.

Filed Apr 14, 2015 · Airbags · 70,501 miles · TN · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 ford fusion. While driving 30 MPH in a parking lot, the driver crashed unexpectedly into a pole. The front driver side air bag failed to deploy upon impact. A police report and a fire report were filed. The driver sustained brain injuries, bruises to the chest area, and lacerations to the forehead which required medical attention. The vehicle was completely destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of issue. The approximate failure mileage was 70,501.

Filed May 21, 2014 · Airbags · 60,000 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the left side of the vehicle as a result the vehicle spun out and crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact was taken to a hospital where she sustained internal bleeding injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Sep 19, 2013 · Airbags · 73,000 miles · VA · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH and approaching a traffic stop, another vehicle suddenly crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. The contact's vehicle was pushed forward and into the preceding vehicle with excessive force. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact and front seat passenger sustained bruises to the body. The grill, hood and entire front end of the vehicle were severely damaged. A police report was filed of the incident. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Feb 12, 2012 · Airbags · 30,000 miles · NC · crash · 3 injuries

I waited at the light until it turned green light/green arrow and proceeded to turn left. Another driver ran that red light and struck me on the driver side front left wheel area. Neither airbags deployed! Not the side or front airbag!!! I sustained multiple injuries including fractured clavicle and bruised shoulder, neck, and side. And large bump on back of my head. No airbags deployed!!!!! I'm starting an investigation ...

Filed Feb 6, 2012 · Airbags · 38,000 miles · NJ · crash · fire · 2 injuries

Automobile impacted telephone pole on right front quadrant. The continued travel of the vehicle up small embankment caused the vehicle to roll and flip. The driver's side impact airbag did not deploy resulting in head injury to driver.