NHTSA Recall 19V018000: Inflator module (air bags)
Do not drive Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,413,222 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Chrysler 300.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V018000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | V01 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | January 15, 2019 |
| Owner notification | February 4, 2019 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
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 19V018000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Dodge Challenger | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Dodge Charger | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Dodge Dakota | 2010, 2011 |
| Dodge RAM 3500 | 2010 |
| Dodge RAM 4500 | 2010 |
| Dodge RAM 5500 | 2010 |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
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.