A recall notice for Dodge RAM Pickup - Series 1500 ,2500, 3500, 4500 & 5500, 2WD & 4WD MY2004- 2009 supplied by Maracoonda Automotive due to defective Takata airbags.
Maracoonda Automotive Pty Ltd — Dodge RAM Pickup - Series 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500 or 5500, 2WD or 4WD MY2004-2009
PRA No.
2019/17690
Date published
7 Aug 2019
Campaign number
2018-01
Product description
Dodge RAM Pickups in Series 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500 or 5500, 2WD or 4WD
Model Years 2004-2009
Driver side airbags and passenger side airbags - see attached VIN list
25 affected vehicles
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
See attached VIN list
What are the defects?
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
What are the hazards?
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.
What should consumers do?
Customers should contact either Maracoonda Automotive or their local Chrysler dealership, to arrange an inspection, and schedule an appointment for replacement of affected airbags as a matter of urgency.
For further information contact Maracoonda Automotive on 07 5496 7773 or via https://maracoonda.com/contact
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Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Supplier
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
- 15 July 2004 - 15 July 2010
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.