# Ram 1500 airbag warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 77 - **Most complaints:** 2019 (30) - **Related recalls:** 14 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 77 owner complaints about the airbag warning light on the Ram 1500 (2015-2026 models), most for the **2019** model year (30). There are **14 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: The car is mechanically safe to drive, but the airbags may not deploy in a crash, so get it diagnosed soon rather than ignoring it. ## Ram 1500 airbag warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the airbag light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 10 | 1460 | 1% | | 2016 | 6 | 1554 | 0% | | 2017 | 11 | 884 | 1% | | 2018 | 5 | 667 | 1% | | 2019 | 30 | 1497 | 2% | | 2020 | 4 | 642 | 1% | | 2021 | 11 | 686 | 2% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Ram 1500 recalls related to the airbag warning light **[26V622000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V622000)** (2026 models, reported 2026-09-29): A side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will inspect and repair the sensor connections, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2026. **[25V824000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V824000)** (2019 models, reported 2025-12-01): An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. **[25V765000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V765000)** (2021-2022 models, reported 2025-11-06): A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. **[25V592000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V592000)** (2018 models, reported 2025-09-11): An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. **[25V298000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V298000)** (2019-2024 models, reported 2025-05-08): A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. **[25V010000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V010000)** (2016-2019 models, reported 2025-01-16): An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. **[24V199000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V199000)** (2023-2024 models, reported 2024-03-14): An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury. **Remedy:** Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. **[23V264000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V264000)** (2022 models, reported 2023-04-13): Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the B-pillar impact sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2023. **[21V925000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V925000)** (2021 models, reported 2021-11-24): An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2022. **[21V632000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V632000)** (2015-2020 models, reported 2021-08-12): A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. **[20V374000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V374000)** (2020 models, reported 2020-06-25): In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury. **Remedy:** FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2020. **[19V407000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V407000)** (2019-2020 models, reported 2019-05-31): Disabled air bags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash. **Remedy:** Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ORC or replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. **[17V302000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V302000)** (2015-2016 models, reported 2017-05-09): If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems. **Remedy:** Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. **[15V534000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=15V534000)** (2015 models, reported 2015-08-21): In the event of a vehicle crash, if a SABIC does not inflate as intended, there is an increased risk of injury to the rear seat occupant. **Remedy:** Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will inspect the right and left side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) for proper orientation and a foil patch will be installed on both sides of the headliner. One or both of the air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) will be replaced if necessary. The recall began on October 7,... Recall repairs are free at any Ram dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Ram 1500 owners report - "The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer who diagnosed that one of the air bag systems needed to be replaced. The contact was unsure which air bag was replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred,..." -- owner of a 2021 Ram 1500, complaint filed 2024 - "The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light unexpectedly illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and it was determined that the air bag had failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The..." -- owner of a 2020 Ram 1500, complaint filed 2026 - "Air bag warning light Diagnosed safety restraint system air bag module Not included in 2019 recall for same issue per dealership" -- owner of a 2019 Ram 1500, complaint filed 2026 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the airbag warning light means The airbag or SRS light means the airbag computer found a fault and may have turned off some or all airbags. The car drives normally, but you may not have airbag protection in a crash. Common causes include a loose connector under a seat, a worn clock spring in the steering wheel, and a seat belt buckle sensor. Have it diagnosed soon and check for open airbag recalls. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Loose or damaged connector under a seat** (common) 2. **Worn clock spring in the steering wheel** (common) 3. **Passenger occupant sensor fault** (less common) 4. **Seat belt buckle or pretensioner fault** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Airbag (SRS) warning light](/warning-lights/airbag). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Ram 1500 airbag light? Yes. NHTSA lists 14 related recalls (26V622000, 25V824000, 25V765000, 25V592000, 25V298000, 25V010000, 24V199000, 23V264000, 21V925000, 21V632000, 20V374000, 19V407000, 17V302000, 15V534000) covering 2015-2026 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Ram 1500 years have the most airbag light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2017, 2019 and 2021 1500 model years have the most complaints mentioning the airbag warning light, with 30 for 2019. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Ram 1500 with the airbag light on? Drive to a shop this week. The car is mechanically safe to drive, but the airbags may not deploy in a crash, so get it diagnosed soon rather than ignoring it. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself, because an accidental deployment can cause serious injury. ### How do I check if my Ram 1500 has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ram dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Ram 1500 warning lights - [ABS warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ram-1500): 280 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/ram-1500): 17 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/ram-1500): 208 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/ram-1500): 521 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/ram-1500): 79 complaints - [Oil pressure warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/oil-pressure/ram-1500): 28 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ram-1500): 1061 complaints - [Tire pressure (TPMS) light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/tire-pressure/ram-1500): 15 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints ## Airbag (SRS) warning light on other models - [Subaru Forester](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/subaru-forester): 280 complaints - [Nissan Altima](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/nissan-altima): 250 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ford-explorer): 205 complaints - [Nissan Rogue](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/nissan-rogue): 163 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/honda-accord): 90 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-wrangler): 88 complaints - [Volkswagen Tiguan](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/volkswagen-tiguan): 75 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-cherokee): 71 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chevrolet-traverse): 69 complaints - [Honda Civic](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/honda-civic): 59 complaints ## Ram 1500 - [Ram 1500 specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ram-1500) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ram-1500 Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.