2022 Ram 1500 Side Impact Recall (23V264)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 37 vehicles · Reported April 13, 2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 37 2022 Ram 1500 vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may be missing, which can result in delayed air bag deployment or non-deployment. Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V264 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V264000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 33A |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 13, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2022 Ram 1500 |
| Units affected | 37 |
| Component | Air Bags > Sensor > Side Impact |
| Safety risk | Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022 Ram 1500 in recall 23V264?
The B-pillar impact sensors may be missing, which can result in delayed air bag deployment or non-deployment.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 1500 vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may be missing, which can result in delayed air bag deployment or non-deployment.
Is it safe to drive a 2022 1500 with recall 23V264?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the side impact.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V264?
Recall 23V264 covers 37 vehicles: 2022 Ram 1500.
NHTSA lists 37 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Ram | 1500 |
What is the fix for the 1500 side impact recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the B-pillar impact sensors, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the B-pillar impact sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 33A.
When was recall 23V264 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 23V264 to NHTSA on April 13, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as May 4, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 13, 2023 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V264000. |
| May 4, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 42 months ago. If your 1500 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my 1500 is part of recall 23V264?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V264 is open on your 1500, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2022 1500 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should 1500 owners do about recall 23V264?
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 23V264000 applies to your 1500.
- Call a Ram dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- 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 side impact 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 1500 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 616 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 12 of them about the air bags.
Since recall 23V264 was reported on April 13, 2023, owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the air bags on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) 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 April 13, 2023, 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 7, 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 616 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 12 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.
- 2022 Ram 1500: 616 complaints in total, 12 about the air bags
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the air bag sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced.
2022 Ram 1500 owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11642810, filed February 14, 2025
Vehicle flashed SOS call not available on the radio. Then noticed airbag light on. Immediately went to the dealership and was informed the sensor is out and therefore the airbags are not functional. The part was supposed to be ordered only to find out more than a week later that the part is unavailable.
2022 Ram 1500 owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11658901, filed May 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15-20 MPH coming to a stop light, the contact attempted to apply the brake pedal however the brakes failed to engage and the vehicle did not stop.
2022 Ram 1500 owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11663606, filed May 29, 2025
Can recall 23V264 make my 1500 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)).
Air bag defects are hidden until the moment they matter most. A recall repair may replace an inflator or sensor, but if warning lights return or the system faults again, that is a repeat repair for a safety defect.
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.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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 23V264
Did the recall 23V264 fix work?
Since recall 23V264 was reported on April 13, 2023, owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the air bags on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) 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 May 4, 2023.
Is the 23V264000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my 1500 is part of recall 23V264000?
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 23V264000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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