Ram product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 9, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2013–2016 Ram 1500, 3500, 2500

Recall number

17V302000

Brand / firm

Ram

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,021,279 units

Why it was recalled

If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.