The problem
On certain pickup trucks equipped with the optional side curtain air bag, the curtain fasteners May not have been properly tightened.
The risk
This could result in an improper side air bag curtain deployment in certain side crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the side air bag curtain fasteners to the proper specification. The recall began on January 17, 2005. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-002 (05V002000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | D57 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window |
| Report date | January 5, 2005 |
| Owners notified | January 17, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,142 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-002 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will tighten the side air bag curtain fasteners to the proper specification. The recall began on January 17, 2005. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,142 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.