The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab trucks manufactured August 26, 2013, to August 8, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) that may not fully overlap the C-pillars in the event of a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, if a SABIC does not inflate as intended, there is an increased risk of injury to the rear seat occupant.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will inspect the right and left side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) for proper orientation and a foil patch will be installed on both sides of the headliner. One or both of the air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) will be replaced if necessary. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R47.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-534 (15V534000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R47 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window |
| Report date | August 21, 2015 |
| Owners notified | October 7, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 188,047 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-534 repair free?
Yes. Ram dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will inspect the right and left side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) for proper orientation and a foil patch will be installed on both sides of the headliner.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 188,047 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.