Dodge · United States · Crit
Dodge Magnum, Durango +9 more: Air bags — inflator module
Affects Dodge Magnum, Durango, Dakota, Charger, Challenger, RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 5500, RAM 1500, RAM 4500, Redundant RAM 3500 · 2004–2012 — about 4.6M vehicles.
The hazard
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
What to do
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.