2017 RAM Promaster recall: Air bags: frontal
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V910000
- Reported
- December 16, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler
- Part
- Air bags: frontal
- Vehicles affected
- About 25
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
RAM Promaster (2017). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.