Investigation EA99007: 1994 Dodge Colt

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Mar 16, 1999

Closed

May 30, 2000

Model years

1994

Subject

Inadvertent air bag deployment

Component: Air bags

Summary

Allege that the driver's air bag may deploy from an undercarriage or tire/wheel impact with a curb, bump, dip pothole, etc.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1994 Dodge Colt18 complaints