Air Bag Not Deploy Problems of Dodge Ram 2500 - part 1

Dodge Ram 2500 owners have reported 51 problems related to air bag not deploy (under the air bag category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 07/25/2020

Vehicle was involved in a collision going 50 mph on a highway and another vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign at a cross road and we struck them with the front of the vehicle on their passenger door. Air bags did not deploy causing 2 of the passengers in the vehicle to hit their head/face on the dash and windshield.

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2 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2008 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 12/12/2017

The contact owned a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 30 mph through an intersection, a tanker truck made a left turn, causing the contact to drive underneath the passenger side of the tanker truck. A crash occurred and the air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact sustained a broken left arm, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot and deemed destroyed. The vehicle was not inspected by an independent mechanic or dealer to determine the cause of the air bag failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags), but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

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3 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 10/28/2017

Involved in a head on collision, air bags did not deploy. This vehicle had been taken into the dealer upon notice of the recall for tekata tk holdings air bags. The repairs were made. Injuries were sustained in this accident,but could have been minimized if our airbags would have deployed. The other driver ran a red light at a high speed driving a 2007 Toyota 4 runner. Her airbags did deploy just fine. I was making a left turn at the intersection of layton parkway and main street in layton, utah having a green arrow and the right of way proceeded upon visualizing the intersection for all traffic to have stopped, this other driver came off the interstate at a high rate of speed blowing through the red light and hitting us head on. The impact completely lifted my truck up and spun it around a full 180 degrees pointing it in the opposite direction. My rate of speed at the time of the impact was only 5-10 mph.

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4 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2009 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 07/10/2016

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving 60 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle as it veered in both directions. As a result, the vehicle rolled over into a ditch and crashed into a pipe fence and a tree before coming to a complete stop. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained minor cuts and bruises, which required medical attention. Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed from the crash scene to a tow yard, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.

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5 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/02/2016

The contact owned a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 mph when suddenly a deer jumped onto the road, the vehicle was turned to the right in order to avoid the deer however, the contact crashed into a four feet deep ditch. The driver side air bag did not deploy but the passenger side air bag did deploy. The contact suffered head and body injuries. The contact had to spend fifteen hours in the hospital being treated and was released. The contact mentioned that a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) was received. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to the dealer. It was unknown if a police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.

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6 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2004 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 09/26/2015

Both driver and passenger airbags did not deploy at impact! vehicle is a total loss due to the outcome of the collision. Vehicle struck a barn and exited out of it until struck a massive tree which finally stopped the truck. The vehicle was in the taylor Jeep dealership for air bag recall and was told they checked it out and found that I needed a special sensor for the recall repair and I will be contacted. I'm assuming what ever the technicians did might not have connected the airbags correctly resulting in them not deploying.

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7 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 08/01/2015

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at a low speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear driver's side of another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. On another occasion, the contact stated that while attempting to make a right turn at a low speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the contact crashed into the driver's side of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries that required medical attention. The contact was unsure if a police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to multiple independent mechanics where it was diagnosed that the steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

8 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2009 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 06/30/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2009 doge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to stay in position, the contact had to steer the vehicle in excess in order to keep the vehicle in position. In addition, the contact stated that a few months later while driving at 60 mph, the steering wheel began to move independently in both directions and the contact lost control of the vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into a divider and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact and front passenger sustained minor cuts and bruises that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 82,000. Oo.

9 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 05/31/2015

The contact owned a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving at approximately 45 mph, a deer jumped in front of the vehicle causing the contact to swerve and crash into a light pole. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. The VIN was unavailable.

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10 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2008 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 05/13/2015

The contact owned a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while approaching a stop, the contact engaged the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated independently. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact had to crash into a mountain order to stop the vehicle. The contact did not sustain any injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,869.

11 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 04/18/2015

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. Another vehicle cut in front of the contact's vehicle causing the contact to lose control and veer off the road. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the parts were not available for NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v817000 (air bags) and 14v795000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,000. Updated 6/8/cn.

12 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/19/2015

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 45 mph, the contact's vehicle collided with an oncoming vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver, front seat passenger, and rear seat passenger sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a "wreck yard". The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 270,000.

13 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 12/02/2014

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle due to a seizure. As a result, the contact crashed into a parked vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. On another occasion, the contact was driving at approximately 70 mph and lost control of the vehicle due to a seizure. As a result, the vehicle rolled over after crashing into multiple vehicles and the air bags also failed to deploy. The contact sustained whiplash injuries on the back and neck that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was totaled. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.

14 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 07/06/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the steering wheel seized. As a result, the contact crashed into a fire hydrant and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact stated that the failure might be directly related to a notice he received for recall NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering). The contact sustained shoulder and chest injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact¿s home. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,600. Pam.

15 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 05/01/2014

The dash board cracked when a new air bag inflater was in stalled and continues to crack. I am concerned that this might cause the air bag not to deploy properly. I complained to the dealer but they refused to fix the problem.

16 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 09/05/2013

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, he crashed into a parked vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed of the incident. The driver sustained a concussion and whiplash injuries. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and sent an engineer to further inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 51,000. Updated 3/12/cn.

17 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/06/2013

The contact owned a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph, a deer crossed in front the vehicle, the contact shifted to the right to avoid crashing into the deer and as a result the contact crashed into a telephone pole. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not sustained injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The vehicle was destroyed. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 15v313000 (air bags) and 16v352000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

18 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 09/27/2012

Air bags did not deploy on impact (dead stop) when trucks front end struck a tree .

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19 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 06/25/2011

The contact owned a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. During the failure, the contact lost consciousness. A police report was filed. The contact was hospitalized and sustained minor injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was contacted, but not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 92,000.

20 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 02/11/2011

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that after being involved in a crashed, the air bags failed deploy. The contact reported two injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was completely destroyed and towed to a body shop. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.

21 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 01/02/2011

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph a snow plow crashed into the front driver side of the vehicle causing significant damage. During the incident the air bags did not deploy and the driver suffered a fractured cervical and lumber spine and left hip and elbow injury. A police report was taken at the scene. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 39,000. Jft.

22 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 07/02/2010

Head on collision air bags did not deploy.

23 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 11/12/2009

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact was driving approximately between 45 -50 mph on normal road conditions and unexpectedly, an opposing vehicle pulled in front of the vehicle. The contact applied pressure to the brake pedal. The vehicle failed to slow down and crashed into three large trees and a utility pole. The air bag system failed to deploy with the massive level of impact. The vehicle was completely destroyed. The police and ambulance were called to the scene. The driver sustained minor injuries to the back. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. The cause of the failure has not been determined. The failure mileage was 104,000. Updated 02/02/10. Updated 02/05/10.

24 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/10/2009

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving 40 mph on a four lane road, the contact swerved to avoid striking a dog. The vehicle flipped over and crashed into a wall. The air bags failed to deploy. Two occupants were injured and a police report was filed. The cause of the failure has not been determined. The current and failure mileages were 84,000.

25 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 01/01/2009

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle crashed into a deer and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also mentioned that there was second crash where the vehicle was t-boned on the driver's side and the air bags failed to deploy again. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign id number: 14v770000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

26 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1999 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 05/05/2008

Subject vehicle hit black ice and spun out of control into a light pole striking the left front of the vehicle. Serious injuries, do to airbag failure to deploy.

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27 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 04/09/2008

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving 35 mph, the contact struck a tree head on. The air bags failed to deploy and he injured his right eye as a result. A police report was filed. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 36,000. Updated 07/10/08. Updated.

28 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 02/22/2008

Driving on I-89 s. At 50 mph when snow storm turn into a white out when I came upon a state plow truck in passing lane doing 25 mph and by time I saw it's flashing lights I couldn't stop and air bag failed to deploy causing me bang my head on door post, my left ribs into steering wheel cracking them and my right knee into 4 wheel drive levier and dash causing it to be cracked.

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29 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 05/16/2007

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash and the air bags failed to deploy. The # of cylinders was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 82,000.

30 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 02/10/2007

High speed highway crash (65 mph) neither seat belt held front seat occupants - both of whom were hurt. Air bags did not deploy. 2 vehicles totaled.

31 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 02/08/2007

Head on collision at 40 mph with another vehicle,their speed is undetermined, the drivers frontal airbag did not deploy both vehicles totaled. 1 major injury.

32 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 11/18/2006

- the contact stated during a crash the vehicle's airbags did not deploy. The contact stated on 11/18/07 he was travelling approximately 60 mph and he hit a guard rail head on. The road conditions were dry. The contact wore a seat belt. The vehicle did not stop, it flipped over the rail and struck a tree. The vehicle continued , and the right front passenger side hit a tree. The windows shattered on the driver side back door, the headlights were knocked out and he believed the framewere cracked. The contact stated he drove the vehicle away. The body shop was coming out on 1/18/07 to give an estimate. The contact has pictures of the vehicle. Updated 02/15/07.

33 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 04/26/2006

: the contact stated while driving 45 mph the tire hit a curb and the driver lost control of the vehicle and hit a tree. One person was injured. A police report was taken. Upon impact, the air bags did not deploy. The seat belts worked correctly. The dealership has not been notified. The consumer ejected from the vehicle. Updated 05/30/06.

34 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 04/01/2005

2005 Dodge 3500 hit a pole head on yet the air bags did not deploy. The consumer's head struck the windshield causing head, neck and vision problems. This defect was reported to the manufacturer.

35 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 09/16/2004

After striking a ditch and a concrete barrier air bags did not deploy. The seat belt did not hold, and the consumer struck his head on dashboard.


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