Air Bag Not Deploy problems of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500

12 problems related to air bag not deploy have been reported for the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 07/21/2018

Takata recall front collision with airbags did not deploy, cut open my had and gave me concussion. Truck slid off road due to wet road and crashed head on into telephone pole .

2 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 10/12/2016

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving 45 mph, the contact crashed into a pillar. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained head and leg injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a towing lot. The technician had not determined if the vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

3 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 07/13/2016

Air bag failure--on Wednesday July 13 2016 the vehicle (2009 Dodge Ram 1500) was involved in a front end collision while traveling on a city owned road. The driver who was the only person in the vehicle lost control of the vehicle when taking a sharp right turn on a dirt road in the dark. As a result the vehicle crashed into a ditch, completely smashing in the front end and damaged most of the rest of the truck as well. Upon impact the driver's air bag did not deploy. The driver sustained injuries to his entire upper body as well as suffering from a concussion upon impact because of the air bag malfunction. He required emergency medical attention and was transported to the hospital by ambulance. We have more pictures including pictures of the front end of the truck however the file is to big to upload on this report.

4 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 06/21/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, another vehicle crashed into the driver side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and there was not any injuries reported. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed however, the body damage was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000. Ss.

5 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2015

The contact owns a 2010 (na) Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact crashed into a pole and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. The VIN was not available.

6 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 04/20/2015

The contact owns a 2013 (na) Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 64 mph during inclement weather, the rear of the vehicle swayed from left to right. As a result, the vehicle hydroplaned and rolled multiple times without warning. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a neck and back injury that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed, but the body was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v287000 (electronic stability control). The failure mileage was 29,900.

7 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 01/12/2015

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained unknown injuries, but no medical attention was required. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

8 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 07/02/2014

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the brakes failed. The brake pedal was applied and traveled to the floorboard causing the contact to crash into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed of the incident. The front passenger needed stitches to the forehead which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,506.

9 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 05/06/2011

1 person injured(driver) in Dodge ram. However 2 other vehicles involved and not sure about their injuries. I accidently rear ended vehicle ahead of me which caused that vehicle to rear-end vehicle ahead of it. My vehicle(Dodge ram) was totaled. Frontal impact of Dodge was very severe and caused me(driver) head and cervical trauma, resulting in emergency room visit and rehab therapies. All airbags in Dodge ram failed to deploy and driver seatbelt failed to retract/respond resulting in my head/neck/spinal injury. I have written Dodge-Chrysler, they say they sent someone to inspect truck and say they are not responsible for the airbag and seatbelt not working. Dodge/Chrysler also write the airbag/seatbelt was not suppose to work due to the speed limit (40mph) driven and due to more of a side impact than frontal. However, the impact was both frontal and front side. (I have pictures).

10 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 05/06/2011

Airbags did not deploy. Seatbelts did not retract/work. Was involved in a frontal driver side collion in which my 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 was totaled. I received head trauma injury per airbag and seatbelt not working. Chrysler/Dodge denying any responsibility w/ their defective product.

11 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 05/06/2011

Air bag did not deploy/seat belt did not lock. I was the only person in my vehicle. I accidentally rear ended a car who had abruptly stopped in traffic in front of me. Severe heavy damage was done to the front driver side and passenger side of my vehicle. My Dodge was declared a total loss. I suffered severe pain/injury to my head and neck. All persons involved in my and the other vehicle had to seek medical attention. My 2009 Dodge ram was purchased new off the Dodge lot in 2009. . . Updated 10/20/11.

12 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Failure Date: 11/14/2010

Airbag malfunctioned after a front passenger side collision. Airbag did not deploy, instead the entire airbag housing unit came unbolted from the steering wheel, became a projectile, struck driver and damaged steering wheel. Airbag unit, steering wheel, spring, and cruise control arm were replaced. Dealership kept faulty parts for inspection.


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