RAM 4500, 3500 +3 more: Air bags — frontal

Affects RAM 4500, 3500, 5500, 1500, 2500 · 2012–2014 — about 1.1M vehicles.

The hazard

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.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational