Impact Sensor Housing may Fracture
A fractured sensor could affect the deployment of the standard supplemental side airbags during certain side impact crashes, increasing the risk of injury.
November 14, 2017 NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V712000
NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V712000
Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Components AIR BAGS
Potential Number of Units Affected 3,514
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Ram ProMaster vehicles. An incorrect rivet may have been used to attach the front door impact sensor which can cause the sensor housing to fracture.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front door impact pressure sensors, securing them with the correct rivets, free of charge. The recall began January 11 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is T64.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.