2005 Dodge Durango Airbag Problems

Which parts fail

• Frontal
  5
• Frontal › Sensor/control module
  4
• Side/window
  1

Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  1327%
• 25k–50k
  24%
• 50k–75k
  36%
• 75k–100k
  715%
• 100k–150k
  919%
• 150k+
  1429%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2005 Dodge Durango owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 16V352000 (Air Bags) and 05V034000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the failure occurred after the recall repairs were performed. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the dashboard was damaged, and the passenger's side air bag compartment was opened. Additionally, fuel was spilling out of the filler tube while refueling the vehicle. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 215,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, the fuel tank spilled gasoline to the vehicle. The fuel also leaked onto the driveway while the vehicle was parked. Additionally, the vehicle lost motive power while driving with the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle had previously been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 09V003000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), 15V313000 (Air Bags), and 16V352000 (Air Bags). The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

"Takata recall" I took the Durango to orange coast Dodge in costa mesa to fix the recall. They inserted a diagnostic device that showed that the air bag system was off line. No warning light was showing on the dash. When starting the vehicle the airbag light and the restraint system indicators on the dash light up for a few seconds then go off. The dealer ran a diagnostics and found that the airbag system was not initialized and that the warning light does not come on because the vehicle computer cannot connect to the system. He said its as if the system is not installed. The service associate said that he's seen this before and doesn't know for sure how it happens - maybe a voltage spike or battery issue. They performed the recall, initialized the system, tested and say everything works. Cost me $155. How will I know for sure that my airbags are online if the indicators don't show me? …

My mothers 2005 Durango flipped 7 times in champaign co. Ohio. It killed her. The Durango folded in like a pop can. And her seat belts failed. She always wore them. However the report said she did not have them on. I know she did the mark across her body at the corners showed it was on! And not 1 air bag deployed not 1. She lost controll of the vehicle and it began flipping 7 times. Hate durangos there not safe and it is the reason my mom didnt stand a chance at living threw the accident. Most likly caused by Durango junk. U people should stop lying to people you wouldnt let your family drive one!!!! So why sell this garbage. How dare you. From champaign co. Ohio was my mother. She is now dead. And nothing is the same and it never will be. Thanks a lot [redacted] '

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. While driving 40 MPH, the driver's side air bag inadvertently deployed without an impact occurring. The driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a cement block. The driver sustained back, neck, and shoulder injuries that did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The driver stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard, but was not inspected by the insurance company to determine if it was destroyed. The local Dodge dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing of the air bag failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 174,000.

Tl* the contact owned a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, he approached a curve and tried to avoid an oncoming vehicle. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal he turned the vehicle to the right and as a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries . A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was deemed destroyed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V313000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 148,000.

Vehicle throttle stuck in drive as driver was pulling forward to back up into garage. Vehicle plunged forward 20 feet, hit an overhead door and bumper guard causing the airbag to deploy. Airbag lacerated, abraised and bruised left forearm of driver,[redacted], requiring emergency room treatment at mercy medical 301 st. Paul street, baltimore, md 21202. Vehicle was totaled and claim filed with geico claim # [redacted].

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact blacked out and crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. Two occupants received minor injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home awaiting to be examined by an insurance adjuster; therefore, it was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 204,000.

Tl* the contact owned a 2005 Dodge Durango. While driving 60 MPH, the contact rear ended another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the lower back. No medical attention was required. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V313000 (air bags). The failure mileage was approximately 125,000. The vehicle was destroyed and towed.

Related recalls

NHTSA investigations

Airbag complaints in other Durango years