Recall 19V018 covers 1,413,222 2010-2016 Jeep vehicles for passenger air bag inflators that can explode. Do not drive. Free Jeep dealer repair.
In a crash that deploys the passenger frontal air bag, the inflator can explode and send metal fragments into occupants, causing serious injury or death. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips; arrange towing if it has to move before repair. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 1,413,222 2010-2016 Wrangler, Dakota, Charger, Challenger, 300, 4500, 5500, and Redundant Ram 3500 vehicles under recall 19V018 because the frontal air bag inflator can explode during deployment. Do not drive if your VIN is included; metal fragments can strike occupants and cause serious injury or death, and a Jeep dealer will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag inflator is the metal gas generator inside the passenger air bag module in the instrument panel. In a frontal crash, the inflator is supposed to produce gas fast enough to fill the passenger air bag before the occupant moves forward. The part has to contain that pressure while the bag deploys.
On affected 2010-2016 Jeep vehicles, the recalled Takata passenger inflator uses non-desiccated PSAN propellant. Non-desiccated means the inflator lacks a drying agent inside the propellant package. After long exposure to high humidity, high heat, and heat cycling, that propellant degrades. When the air bag deploys, the degraded propellant can create excessive internal pressure and cause the inflator to explode instead of staying contained.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem appears only during an air bag deployment, so a normal-looking dashboard or air bag light does not prove the passenger inflator is safe.
Who's affected?
Spans multiple nameplates and 8 models from 2010-2016, all tied to the passenger-side front air bag inflator module.
| 2013 Jeep Wrangler | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2010 Jeep Wrangler | front air bag |
| 2011 Jeep Wrangler | front air bag |
| 2012 Jeep Wrangler | front air bag |
| 2011 Dodge Dakota | front air bag |
| 2010 Dodge Dakota | front air bag |
| 2010 Dodge Charger | front air bag |
| 2010 Dodge Challenger | front air bag |
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | front air bag |
| 2016 Jeep Wrangler | front air bag |
| 2015 Jeep Wrangler | front air bag |
| 2014 Jeep Wrangler | front air bag |
| 2011 Dodge Challenger | front air bag |
| 2011 Chrysler 300 | front air bag |
| 2011 Dodge Charger | front air bag |
| 2012 Dodge Charger | front air bag |
| 2012 Dodge Challenger | front air bag |
| 2013 Dodge Charger | front air bag |
| 2013 Dodge Challenger | front air bag |
| 2014 Chrysler 300 | front air bag |
| 2014 Dodge Challenger | front air bag |
| 2014 Dodge Charger | front air bag |
| 2010 Ram 4500 | front air bag |
| 2010 Ram 5500 | front air bag |
| 2015 Chrysler 300 | front air bag |
| 2015 Dodge Charger | front air bag |
| 2012 Chrysler 300 | front air bag |
| 2013 Chrysler 300 | front air bag |
| 2010 Dodge Redundant Ram 3500 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 1,413,222 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash that deploys the passenger frontal air bag, the inflator can explode and send metal fragments into occupants, causing serious injury or death. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips; arrange towing if it has to move before repair. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2010-2016 Jeep vehicle is included in this passenger air bag inflator recall.
- Do not drive the vehicle until the passenger air bag inflator replacement is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the vehicle has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free passenger air bag inflator replacement that prevents inflator rupture during deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if Jeep has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V018 and Jeep recall V01 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the passenger frontal air bag inflator. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Do not drive the vehicle until that repair is complete. If you already paid for a related air bag inflator repair before the owner letter, Jeep's reimbursement process asks for the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment so the expense can be confirmed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 15, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 4, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 28, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| February 28, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 28, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 28, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V018?
Recall 19V018 covers 1,413,222 2010-2016 Jeep vehicles with a passenger frontal air bag inflator that can explode during deployment and send metal fragments toward occupants. Do not drive the vehicle until a franchised Jeep dealer replaces the inflator for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler, Dakota, Charger, Challenger, 300, 4500, 5500, or Redundant Ram 3500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V018. If it is included, do not drive it. Call a franchised Jeep dealer, reference recall 19V018 or Jeep recall V01, and ask how to complete the free passenger frontal air bag inflator replacement.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. A franchised Jeep dealer will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator free of charge, including parts and labor.
What does 'do not drive' mean for this recall?
Do not drive the vehicle until the recall repair is complete. The passenger frontal air bag inflator can explode during a crash deployment, sending metal fragments toward occupants. Ask the dealer what options are available if the vehicle has to move for service.
What if I bought this Jeep used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your exact vehicle is included, then call a franchised Jeep dealer and reference recall 19V018 or Jeep recall V01.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V018000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V018 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V018000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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