Do not drive - passenger frontal air bag inflator may explode
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2010 dodge ram 3500, ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 dodge dakota, 2010-2014 dodge challenger, 2010-2015 dodge challenger, chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 jeep wrangler vehicles. upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. the recall began february 4, 2019. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is v01.
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FAQ: Recall 19V018000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V018000?
NHTSA recall 19V018000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on January 15, 2019. It addresses: Do not drive - passenger frontal air bag inflator may explode. The recall affects approximately 1,413,222 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 19V018000 or the manufacturer campaign number V01. 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.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
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.