The 2009 RAM 4500 has two recalls of equal severity, with the more critical being a passenger-side airbag inflator that can explode and send metal fragments into the cabin, risking serious injury or death.
The airbag recall is limited to vehicles sold or registered in high-humidity states and territories. The second recall covers the 220-amp alternator, which can fail without warning and stall the vehicle, raising the risk of a crash. There is also a chance the alternator can short circuit and start a fire.
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.
