Air Bag Not Deploy problems of the 1997 Dodge Intrepid

Six problems related to air bag not deploy have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Intrepid. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2002

While driving 30-35 mph, consumer ran head-on into a pole, drivers side air bag did not deploy, however passengers side airbag did deploy, contacted dealer, and they were not willing to do anything. . Consumer suffered injuries.

2 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 06/30/2001

The insured was involved in a rear end collision, in which the airbags failed to deploy and also the seat belt released, there were 4 injuries. (claim#52-2499-839).

3 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 01/23/2001

Vehicle was struck from rear at approximately 45 mph while at a stop position, air bags did not deploy/seat belt failed to lock, and driver's seat collapsed backward. Dealer/ manufacturer notified.

4 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 12/07/2000

While driving about 30 mph on a wet snow surface lost control of vehicle, crashing into a utility pole head-on first, and air bags did not deploy. Vehicle was totaled.

5 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 07/01/1999

Airbag sensor is located behind front bumper which is lower than normal. Therefore, when consumer was involved in accident , hit vehicle with a 35 mph impact,the rear end of the other vehicle bypassed the airbag sensor, causing dual airbags not to deploy even with $5,000 worth of damage to front end. Manufacturer claimed there was no design defect.

6 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 10/28/1998

Consumer was involved in an accident that caused $8000 worth of damage to front end side of vehicle, which included damnages to the airbag sensor. But the dual airbags did not deploy.


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