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NHTSA Recall 21V280000: Critical fasteners (air bags) and curtain (air bags)

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,721 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Dodge Durango.

2,721
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (May 7)
NHTSA campaign21V280000
Manufacturer campaignY16
ComponentsAIR BAGS › CRITICAL FASTENERS; AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN
Report receivedApril 22, 2021
Owner notificationMay 7, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing.

Safety risk

A loose or missing fastener may cause the side curtain air bag to deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten or replace the fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y16.

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 21V280000

Make and modelModel years
Dodge Durango2020, 2021

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.