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severe 13 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
9crashes
12injuries
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2014 Dodge Challenger has generated complaints centered on Takata airbag recalls and deployment failures. Most significant is the phased recall situation: owners report completing one Takata airbag recall only to be told the driver-side airbag now requires replacement. Coordinating the recalls has proven frustrating—dealers lack parts in stock, no complimentary towing or loaner vehicles are offered, and owners struggle to get straight answers from Dodge or NHTSA about next steps.
More serious are six separate crash incidents where airbags failed to deploy despite severe front-end structural damage at speeds ranging 20–45 mph. One owner hit another vehicle at 45 mph in a T-bone collision and received no deployment; Dodge's investigation concluded the deceleration rate was insufficient, despite over $12,000 in damage and medical bills. Other owners sustained injuries including head trauma, spinal injuries, and fractures when airbags did not deploy.
One owner reported unintended deployment of both driver and passenger airbags while stopped at a red light, striking the vehicle ahead. Separately, a dealer issue emerged where an owner was falsely told airbag work was completed under recall, then discovered six months later no work had been done.
Airbag warning lights have also illuminated unexpectedly, including one instance during highway driving with no apparent cause.
Same Dodge Challenger airbags reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2013 · 2015
Failure modes owners describe
Takata airbag defect requiring phased replacement
Vehicles completed for Takata airbag recall replacement have been re-notified that driver-side airbags now require replacement. Owners report difficulty coordinating recalls, lack of parts availability at dealerships, and no complimentary towing or loaner vehicles offered during extended repair periods.
When: Recalls initiated 2019 and ongoing; vehicles manufactured late 2013 with original airbags still in place
Symptoms owners cite: Multiple recall notifications for same component; Driver-side airbag identified as Takata unit requiring replacement; Parts not in stock at service departments; Airbag warning light illuminated
Codes mentioned: NHTSA Campaign 19V018000
Repairs/costs cited: Passenger-side airbag replaced under recall in March 2019 at Southpoint Dodge, Austin, TX; driver-side airbag still original. Another owner reported dealer claimed parts just arrived one week after telling customer replacement was completed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 19V018000 for Takata airbag replacement; Dodge issued 'Do Not Drive' warnings for affected model years
Airbag failure to deploy in frontal crashes
Multiple crash events with severe front-end damage and clear impact severity did not trigger airbag deployment, leaving occupants unprotected and sustaining injury. One owner reported over $12,000 vehicle damage and thousands in medical bills; Dodge investigator concluded deceleration threshold was not met despite substantial collision.
When: Various mileages ranging 13,000 to 36,000 miles; crashes at 20–45 mph with severe structural damage
Symptoms owners cite: Airbags did not deploy during frontal or front-quarter collisions; Severe front-end structural damage present; Occupant injuries sustained (head, neck, back, leg, knee)
Repairs/costs cited: One owner incurred $12,000+ in vehicle damage and medical bills after airbags failed to deploy in 45 mph T-bone crash; Dodge investigation concluded deceleration rate insufficient to trigger deployment despite damage severity.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dodge sent investigator; concluded deceleration threshold not met. No recall issued for deployment sensitivity.
Unintended airbag deployment
One owner reported both driver and passenger airbags deployed while vehicle was stopped at a red light that had just turned green, striking the car in front. Cause stated as fogging windshield and smoke observation preceding deployment.
When: At stoplight; low-speed scenario
Symptoms owners cite: Both driver and passenger airbags deployed without impact; Vehicle struck car in front after deployment; Windshield fogging and smoke noted before deployment
Airbag warning light illumination with parts availability issue
Airbag warning light illuminated on vehicle recalled for Takata defect. After recall repair at dealership, warning light reappeared. Dealership claimed parts distribution issue prevented completing repair and did not notify manufacturer of recurrence.
When: Approximately 36,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning indicator illuminated; Warning light recurred after recall repair
Codes mentioned: NHTSA Campaign 19V018000
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle taken to Brooklyn Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram for recall repair; warning light reappeared and vehicle was not repaired on return visit. Owner noted 'parts distribution disconnect.'
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 19V018000; recall repair attempted but not completed.
Dealer failure to install recalled airbags despite claim of completion
Owner requested airbag replacement due to recall during unrelated repair (alternator and battery). Dealer confirmed replacement was performed, but six months later owner discovered no airbag work was performed. Dealer later claimed parts had just arrived the week of discovery, contradicting prior assurance.
When: January 2018 repair claimed; discrepancy discovered June 2018
Symptoms owners cite: No airbag work performed despite verbal confirmation; Dealer provided false confirmation of completion; Inconsistent explanation when confronted
Repairs/costs cited: Owner requested airbag recall work on 01/04/18, told yes by first advisor; picked up 01/08/18 and asked again, told yes. Six months later found no work in paperwork. Second advisor said parts just arrived that week, contradicting first account.
Unexpected airbag warning light during highway driving
Airbag warning light illuminated unexpectedly while driving 55 mph on interstate. No crash or impact event noted.
When: Highway driving at 55 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminated without impact or collision
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2014 Dodge Challenger?
It's a meaningful issue. 13 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 10 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 17,000 and 36,000 miles, with the median around 28,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 17,000; a quarter make it past 36,000. 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)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Dodge/Challenger.
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