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2021–2022 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator and 2022 RAM 1500 recall: Seat belts: pretensioner

NHTSA campaign 22V-766 · October 13, 2022 · Chrysler

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V766000
Reported
October 13, 2022
Manufacturer
Chrysler
Part
Seat belts: pretensioner
Vehicles affected
About 2,802

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 1500, Jeep Gladiator, and 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front seat belt retractors may have an improperly welded micro gas generator, which can result in seat belt pretensioner failure.

Safety risk

A seat belt with pretensioner failure may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors. free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z95.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Jeep Gladiator (2022); Jeep Wrangler (2021); RAM 1500 (2022). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A seat belt with pretensioner failure may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What is the fix?

Dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors. free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z95.

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.