NHTSA recall 21V-632 (21V632000)
air bags recall reported August 12, 2021 - about 212,373 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V632000
- Also written as
- 21V-632
- Manufacturer number
- Y55
- Reported
- August 12, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~212,373
- Component
- air bags
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-632 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.