2021-2022 Ram 2500 Curtain Air Bag Recall (21V925)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 376 vehicles · Reported November 24, 2021
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 376 2021 Ram 1500; 2021-2022 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment. An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 21V925 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V925000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | Y99 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | November 24, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021 Ram 1500; 2021-2022 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500 |
| Units affected | 376 |
| Component | Air Bags > Side / Window > Curtain |
| Safety risk | An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Ram 2500 in recall 21V925?
The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 2500 with recall 21V925?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your 2500 shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the curtain, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 21V925?
Recall 21V925 covers 376 vehicles: 2021 Ram 1500; 2021-2022 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500.
NHTSA lists 376 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Ram | 1500 |
| 2021-2022 | Ram | 2500 |
| 2021-2022 | Ram | 3500 |
What is the fix for the 2500 curtain air bag recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the SABIC assemblies, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y99.
When was recall 21V925 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 21V925 to NHTSA on November 24, 2021. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as January 17, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 24, 2021 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 21V925000. |
| January 17, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 59 months ago. If your 2500 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my 2500 is part of recall 21V925?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V925 is open on your 2500, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 21V925000 is open on your 2500, it will be listed there, along with Ram recall number Y99. You can also ask any Ram dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should 2500 owners do about recall 21V925?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V925000 applies to your 2500.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ram dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any curtain symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are 2500 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1,219 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 39 of them about the air bags.
Since recall 21V925 was reported on November 24, 2021, owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the air bags on these vehicles. 1 of them (3%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the air bags and were received on or after November 24, 2021, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related air bags issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1,219 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 39 of them involve the air bags. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Ram 1500: 679 complaints in total, 27 about the air bags
- 2022 Ram 3500: 189 complaints in total, 2 about the air bags
- 2022 Ram 2500: 181 complaints in total, 6 about the air bags
- 2021 Ram 2500: 108 complaints in total, 4 about the air bags
- 2021 Ram 3500: 62 complaints in total, 0 about the air bags
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
Clock spring in steering column Clock spring controls: Buttons on steering wheel Heated steering wheel Turn signals/lights Air bag in steering wheel My issue was just starting at making the heated steering wheel not work.
2022 Ram 2500 owner, WI, NHTSA complaint 11694702, filed October 21, 2025
My screen on my truck went out and had to be reset manually, next my heated steering wheel stopped working. The problem is the cool spring in my steering wheel. Upon research there is a common problem with this said coil spring.
2022 Ram 2500 owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11698071, filed November 7, 2025
Clock spring is broken. You can hear it popping when turning the steering wheel. I see other years are covered by my vin is not.
2022 Ram 2500 owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11714980, filed February 2, 2026
Can recall 21V925 make my 2500 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
An air bag warning light that keeps coming back after a recall repair is worth documenting. Air bag defects are safety defects, and California law can require fewer repair attempts for them.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the 2500 went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 21V925
Did the recall 21V925 fix work?
Since recall 21V925 was reported on November 24, 2021, owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the air bags on these vehicles. 1 of them (3%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed January 17, 2022.
Is the 21V925000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my 2500 is part of recall 21V925000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
What if my air bag light stays on after the recall repair?
Go back to the dealer. A warning light that returns means the system may not deploy correctly, and the visit is another repair attempt for a safety defect.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 21V925000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ram. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.