Recall 25V010 covers 6,066 2016-2020 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, and 3500 Cab Chassis trucks for rupturing side-curtain inflators. Free repair at any franchised Ram dealer.
Ram is recalling 6,066 2016-2020 3500, 1500, 2500, and 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles under recall 25V010 because the side curtain air bag inflators can rupture from a manufacturing defect. An inflator rupture can send sharp metal fragments into the cabin and injure occupants; Ram dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The side curtain air bag inflator in these 2016-2020 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, and 3500 Cab Chassis trucks is the metal canister that fills the curtain air bag when the restraint system commands it to deploy. The curtain air bag drops along the side windows to help protect occupants during a crash.
On affected trucks, the left or right side curtain air bag inflator was built during a suspect supplier period. Moisture entered some inflators during manufacturing. Over time, that moisture can cause internal corrosion and stress corrosion cracking, which weakens the inflator body. If the air bag deploys, the inflator can rupture instead of releasing gas in the controlled way it was designed to.
There is no warning sign before failure. The truck does not give the owner a light, sound, or driving symptom that confirms the inflator has corrosion inside.
Who's affected?
Spans four Ram truck lines across the 2016-2020 model years, all involving the side curtain air bag.
| 2018 Ram 3500 | side curtain air bag |
|---|---|
| 2017 Ram 3500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2017 Ram 1500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2019 Ram 2500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2016 Ram 1500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2018 Ram 1500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis | side curtain air bag |
| 2019 Ram 3500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2016 Ram 3500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2016 Ram 2500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2017 Ram 2500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2018 Ram 2500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2019 Ram 1500 | side curtain air bag |
| 2020 Ram 2500 | side curtain air bag |
| Units affected | 6,066 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
An inflator rupture can send sharp metal fragments into the cabin and injure occupants. There is no warning sign before the air bag inflator ruptures, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the replacement promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016-2020 Ram 3500, 1500, 2500, or 3500 Cab Chassis is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Ram dealer to schedule the free side curtain air bag replacement that addresses the rupture-prone inflators.
- Bring the recall notice if Ram mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V010 when you call.
- Call Ram customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions before your appointment.
- Keep the repair appointment even if the air bag warning light is off; the defect involves inflators that can rupture without a driver action first.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ram technician replaces one or both side curtain air bags as needed. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. FCA submitted its general reimbursement plan for owners who paid for related repairs before the owner notice. If you already paid for a side curtain air bag repair tied to this defect, contact FCA customer service with your repair documentation so the claim can be reviewed under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 16, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 23, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| January 23, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 13, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 13, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 13, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V010?
Recall 25V010 covers 6,066 2016-2020 Ram 3500, 1500, 2500, and 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles with side curtain air bag inflators that can rupture from a manufacturing defect. An inflator rupture can send sharp metal fragments into occupants and cause injury.
What should I do if my 2016-2020 Ram 3500, 1500, 2500, or 3500 Cab Chassis is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ram truck is included in recall 25V010. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer to schedule replacement of one or both side curtain air bags. Reference recall number 25V010, or FCA recall numbers 05C, 09C, and 10C, when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and FCA says dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags as needed free of charge at a franchised Ram dealer.
Is it safe to drive my Ram truck before the air bag recall is fixed?
FCA did not issue a do-not-drive instruction for this recall. The safety risk is tied to a side curtain air bag inflator rupture that can send sharp metal fragments into occupants and cause injury. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free air bag replacement with a Ram dealer.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 25V010?
FCA mailed owner notification letters on February 13, 2025. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN and contact a Ram dealer if your truck is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V010000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V010 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V010000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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