The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring.
The risk
This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R36.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-459 (15V459000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R36 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | July 22, 2015 |
| Owners notified | September 18, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,059,444 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
- 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 airbag problems 80
- 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 airbag problems 11
- 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 airbag problems 15
- 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 airbag problems 2
- 2013 Ram 1500 airbag problems 94
- 2014 Ram 1500 airbag problems 125
- 2013 Ram 2500 airbag problems 8
- 2014 Ram 2500 airbag problems 17
- 2013 Ram 3500 airbag problems 3
- 2014 Ram 3500 airbag problems 10
- 2014 Ram 5500 airbag problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-459 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,059,444 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.