NHTSA Recall 16V947000: Inflator module (air bags)
Do not drive Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12,691 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Chrysler Aspen.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V947000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S92 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | December 22, 2016 |
| Owner notification | January 11, 2017 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen vehicles manufactured January 17, 2007, to December 18, 2008, and 2010 RAM 3500 cab chassis manufactured September 25, 2009, to February 1, 2010. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S92. Note: This recall covers vehicles that were accidentally excluded from recall 15V-313.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V947000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler Aspen | 2009 |
| Dodge Durango | 2009 |
| Dodge RAM 3500 | 2010 |
| Dodge Redundant RAM 3500 | 2010 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.