Ram product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 22, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2013–2015 Ram 3500, 2500, 1500

Recall number

15V460000

Brand / firm

Ram

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 667,441 units

Why it was recalled

Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R23.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.