Recall 15V-313: 2005–2010 Chrysler 300, 2005–2010 Chrysler 300C and 15 more
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on May 26, 2015, covering about 4,077,169 vehicles.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V313000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Chrysler 300C | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Chrysler 300S | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Chrysler Aspen | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Chrysler SRT8 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Dodge Charger | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Dodge Dakota | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Dodge Durango | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Dodge Magnum | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Dodge RAM 1500 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Dodge RAM 2500 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Dodge RAM 3500 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Dodge RAM 4500 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Dodge RAM 5500 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Raider | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Ram Redundant 4500 | 2010 | All years |
| Ram Redundant 5500 | 2010 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V-313?
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
How is recall 15V-313 fixed?
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.