Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer 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…
2010 Dodge Charger airbags problems
critical 59 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
59
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
12crashes
6injuries
2fatalities
What stands out
Owners have filed 59 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Airbags accounts for 25% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 11 categories tracked.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: A 2010 Charger buyer should know that airbag non-deployment has been confirmed in real crashes across a range of speeds and impact types, and the 2010 is still subject to multiple open Takata recalls with parts frequently unavailable. Do a pre-purchase VIN check on NHTSA to verify recall status and call dealerships directly to confirm parts are in stock before buying.
Owners report two distinct airbag failure modes on the 2010 Dodge Charger: non-deployment in actual crashes, and unresolved recall campaigns due to parts scarcity.
Airbag non-deployment: Across at least six separate incidents, both driver and passenger-side front airbags failed to deploy in frontal and side-impact crashes. Impact speeds ranged from 40 to 60 mph, including guardrail strikes, rear-end collisions, and multi-vehicle events. One owner struck a disabled vehicle at highway speed; another hit a utility pole after sudden acceleration; another was rear-ended while stopped. In one fatal case, a 2010 Charger was hit head-on, then rear-ended by a loaded truck trailer—airbags failed to deploy, and the occupant died. Injuries ranged from head trauma to neck and back injuries requiring medical attention. Multiple vehicles were declared total loss. Dodge stated field evaluators would investigate but no recalls were issued for the 2010 model year until much later, if at all.
Takata recall delays: Between 2015 and 2019, dozens of owners received recall notifications for campaigns 15V313000, 16V352000, and 15V444000 but could not complete repairs because replacement inflators were unavailable. Wait times stretched from weeks to over a year. Dealers told owners parts arrived randomly with no scheduled delivery dates, and manufacturers could not provide estimated timelines. One owner waited 12+ months; another's recall notice arrived two months after an accident. Service delays compounded the issue—vehicles sat in dealership bays for 8–16 days without work, and one dealership conditioned recall priority on customers also purchasing routine maintenance.
Same Dodge Charger airbags reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008 · 2009 · 2011 · 2012
Failure modes owners describe
Airbag non-deployment in frontal/side-impact crashes
Front and driver-side airbags failed to deploy in multiple crash scenarios ranging from 40–60 mph collisions, guardrail strikes, and multi-vehicle incidents. Owners experienced head injuries, neck/back injuries, and in one fatal case, traumatic brain injury. Impacts included head-on collisions, rear-end collisions at moderate speeds, and high-energy multi-vehicle events.
When: Across various mileages: 36,000; 70,000; 125,000; 131,000; 140,000; 150,000 miles. One fatal injury case with unknown mileage.
Symptoms owners cite: Airbags did not deploy despite significant frontal impact; No airbag deployment in rear-end collisions; No airbag deployment in guardrail strikes; No airbag deployment in multi-vehicle crashes
Repairs/costs cited: Multiple vehicles declared total loss. Dodge manufacturer stated field evaluators would investigate but no repairs completed on unrepaired vehicles. One case involved police investigation and deceased owner complaint filing.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dodge stated field evaluators would inspect to determine cause of failure. No recall issued for 2010 model year at time of crashes (recall existed for 2011–2012 only). Police investigation initiated in fatal case.
Takata airbag recall—parts unavailable for extended periods
Owners received recall notifications for NHTSA campaigns 15V313000, 16V352000, and 15V444000 but were unable to schedule repairs because replacement inflators were not in stock. Dealers reported parts arrived randomly with no predictable supply. Wait times ranged from weeks to over a year. Multiple owners expressed frustration about safety risk while vehicle remains on the road with recalled defect.
When: Recall notifications issued 2015–2016; complaints filed 2015–2019. Some owners waiting over 12 months.
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag recall part unavailable at dealer; No estimated delivery date for parts; Dealer unable to schedule recall repair; Manufacturer unable to provide timeline for parts supply; Airbag warning light illuminated (at least one case noted 3+ months duration)
Codes mentioned: 15V313000, 15V444000, 16V352000
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed. Dealers reported parts sent randomly with no scheduled deliveries. One owner cited dealership condition that routine maintenance customers received priority over recall-only visits.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Takata recall issued. Dodge pre-recorded line stated parts available but wait times and availability vary. Multiple contacts noted manufacturer could not provide estimated delivery dates. Parts distribution disconnect confirmed by VIN tool in multiple cases.
Potential excessive airbag deployment force
One unverified allegation that airbag deployed with excessive force, causing traumatic brain injury in an 18-year-old occupant. Owner believes airbag deployment caused uncontrollable bleeding from both ears and massive brain hemorrhage, leading to death 8 hours after accident. Recall notice received two months after incident, suggesting vehicle was not under active recall at time of crash.
When: Incident date not specified; recall notice received approximately 2 months post-accident.
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag deployed during accident; Uncontrollable bleeding from both ears; Massive bleeding on the brain (TBI); Fatal outcome
Repairs/costs cited: No repair documented. Vehicle likely destroyed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall notice issued two months after accident. No investigation details provided.
Dealer/service delays and lack of follow-up on recall completion
Multiple owners reported dealerships failing to return calls, providing no callback regarding recall appointment scheduling, or allowing vehicles to sit on service lots for extended periods (8–16 days) without work being performed while waiting for parts. One dealership prioritized recall repairs for customers also performing routine maintenance over those seeking recall-only service.
When: 2019; ongoing as of latest complaints.
Symptoms owners cite: Dealer does not return phone calls after taking contact information; Vehicle sits in dealership bay for weeks without work; Dealership unaware of part availability status; Dealership unable to provide estimated repair date; Service priority given to customers performing maintenance, not recall-only
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed due to lack of follow-up. One vehicle towed to dealership specifically for lifesaving recalls but refused service citing unverified starter issue.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None documented for service delays. Manufacturer pre-recorded lines cited parts unavailability.
Synthesized from 59 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 8 most recent
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer 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…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags); however, the parts were unavailable to perform the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Part…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer 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. VIN tool…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2010 Dodge Charger?
It's a serious issue. 59 complaints have been filed, including 12 reports involving a crash and 2 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 13 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 56,532 and 125,000 miles, with the median around 100,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 56,532; a quarter make it past 125,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/Dodge/Charger.
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