Side air bag curtain
Defect Summary
On certain pickup trucks equipped with the optional side curtain air bag, the curtain fasteners may not have been properly tightened.
Safety Consequence
This could result in an improper side air bag curtain deployment in certain side crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action
Dealers will tighten the side air bag curtain fasteners to the proper specification. the recall began on january 17, 2005. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 05V002000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V002000?
NHTSA recall 05V002000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on January 5, 2005. It addresses: Side air bag curtain. The recall affects approximately 1,142 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V002000 or the manufacturer campaign number D57. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.