The 2009 RAM 3500 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a passenger-side airbag inflator that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, risking serious injury or death.
The airbag recall applies to vehicles sold or registered in high-humidity states and territories, where moisture degrades the inflator over time. On the steering side, this recall only affects 4x4 models and certain cab chassis configurations: the left tie rod assembly can break, removing the mechanical link that turns the front wheels and causing sudden loss of steering control. The third concern is the alternator, which can fail without warning, causing the engine to stall in traffic, or in a worse outcome, short-circuit and start a fire under the hood.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front airbag inflator may explode during a crash due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The 220 amp alternator may suddenly fail, leaving the vehicle without charging power.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The left tie rod assembly may break, potentially affecting steering control on these trucks.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering linkage assembly if needed, or Chrysler will offer vehicle repurchase or incentive towards a new vehicle.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
