Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
RAM
Model Of Vehicle
4500
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
15V459000
Component Description
Air BAGS:Frontal
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us Llc)
Start Of Manufacture
20110118
End Of Manufacture
20141007
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1059444
Date Owners Notified
20150918
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)
Date Report Received
20150722
Make Campaign Number
R36