RAM 3500 2013: SEAT BELTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V460000

Make Model Year
RAM 3500 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2015-09-08 2015-07-22 2015-07-22

Production Dates: 2012-06-20 - 2015-01-26

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: R23

Component: SEAT BELTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 667441

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.

Consequence

Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R23.

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.