Ram Recall 16V-953: Air bags – side/window

Affected: 2017 Ram Promaster City. Filed with NHTSA on December 28, 2016, covering about 1 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling one model year 2017 RAM ProMaster City vehicle manufactured on November 5, 2016. This vehicle has side curtain air bags that may not inflate properly in the event of a crash.

The risk

If the side curtain air bags do not inflate properly, the vehicle occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler has notified the owner, and a dealer inspected the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S95.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign16V-953 (16V953000)
Manufacturer numberS95
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentAir bags › Side/window
Report dateDecember 28, 2016
Owners notifiedJanuary 17, 2017
Vehicles affected1
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 16V-953 repair free?

Yes. Ram dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler has notified the owner, and a dealer inspected the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S95.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1 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.