NHTSA Recall # | 111980 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 16E041000 |
MFG Compaign # | S30 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | RAM |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 2500 |
Model Year | 2014 |
Component | EQUIPMENT |
Date of notification | 01/07/16 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 16/05/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 26/04/16 |
Type of recall | E |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 16/05/16 |
Report created | 16/05/16 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 345 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling aftermarket mopar canvas seat covers for certain 2012-2016 ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These mopar canvas seat covers were sold through chrysler dealerships beginning october 15, 2015. The seat covers can impede the deployment of the seat thorax airbags. |
Consequence summary | If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The recall began on july 1, 2016. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is s30. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |