RAM 1500 (2021) recall — Air Bags
Chrysler recalls 2021 RAM 1500 models with driver side air bag that may not deploy in crashes. Owners must have steering column control module replaced free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500 trucks because the driver's side air bag might not deploy properly in a crash. This could increase injury risk during collisions. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80662-chrysler-2021-ram-1500-air-bag-recall-driver-side-air.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80662-chrysler-2021-ram-1500-air-bag-recall-driver-side-air · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V765000
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“Chrysler 2021 RAM 1500 Air Bag Recall: Driver Side Air Bag May Not Deploy.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80662-chrysler-2021-ram-1500-air-bag-recall-driver-side-air. Based on NHTSA recall #25V765000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V765000).
Why it’s dangerous
The steering column control module may prevent the driver's side air bag from deploying as intended in a crash. This failure could lead to increased injury risk for drivers during collisions.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021-2022 Ram 1500 trucks with specific VINs. Drivers are most at risk if the air bag fails to deploy during a crash.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2021-2022 Ram 1500 model with a VIN listed on NHTSA.gov starting November 13, 2025. The recall covers specific vehicles that do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler Customer Service
Call 800-853-1403 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a replacement.
Get Steering Column Replacement
Dealers will replace the steering column control module free of charge for affected vehicles.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 14C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The steering column control module may cause the driver's side air bag not to deploy as intended in a crash, violating Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov starting November 13, 2025, or contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.
Is there a deadline to fix this?
The recall was notified to owners starting December 11, 2025, but no specific deadline is mentioned for the replacement.
Contact Chrysler
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V765000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 25V765000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 14C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #25V765000 (June 11, 2025)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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