NHTSA Recall 21V632000: Inflator (air bags) and curtain (air bags)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 212,373 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V632000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | Y55 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR; AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN |
| Report received | August 12, 2021 |
| Owner notification | May 26, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Safety risk
A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V632000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 1500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| RAM 2500 | 2015, 2016 |
| RAM 3500 | 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.