Ram Promaster recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 16, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2017 Ram Promaster

Recall number

16V910000

Brand / firm

Ram

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 25 units

Why it was recalled

If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured October 1, 2016, to December 7, 2016. The seat mounted side air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite during a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat mounted side air bags, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S96.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.