Friday 9 December 2011

Crash Test 2006 Chrysler 300 / Dodge Charger (Side Impact)

Chrysler 300 2005-07 models results also apply to: 2006-07 Dodge Charger SIDE IMPACT TEST WITH OPTIONAL FRONT AND REAR SIDE CURTAINAIRBAGS OVERALL EVALUATION: Marginal Injury measures Head protection Structure/safety cage Head/neck Torso Pelvis/leg Driver Good Poor Acceptable Good Acceptable Rear passenger Good Good Good Good Important: Side impact crash test ratings can be compared across vehicle type and weight categories. Test details: The Chrysler 300 was introduced in the 2005 model year, and the Dodge Charger was introduced in the 2006 model year. Two tests of the 300 were conducted, one with an optional side curtain airbag for the driver and rear passenger, and one without. These vehicles are rated separately, except that the structural ratings for both vehicles are based on both tests. Beginning with 2008 models, optional side airbags designed to protect drivers' and front passengers' torsos were added to the optional side curtain airbags previously available; therefore the earlier test ratings with optional side airbags no longer apply to cars built after the 2007 model year. Injury measures: Driver — Measures taken from the dummy indicate that rib fractures and/or internal organ injuries would be likely in a crash of this severity. A fracture of the pelvis would also be possible, and loading to the shoulder was excessive. Rear passenger — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity. Head protection ...

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