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2014 Ram 2500 Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 17 airbag complaints for the 2014 Ram 2500, about 5% of its 341 total complaints. These include 5 crashes and 4 injuries, with median mileage at failure of 39,000. Three airbag-related recalls (15V459000, 15V460000, 17V302000) cover this model year.

Airbags complaints
17
5% of 341
Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
4
Median mileage
39,000 mi
Related recalls
3

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

  • Frontal airbags fail to deploy during moderate-speed collisions, sometimes leading to injuries.
  • Owners report crashing into ditches, guardrails, or other vehicles at speeds around 35-50 mph with no airbag deployment.
  • Some owners had recall repairs for the occupant restraint control or steering wiring harness but still experienced non-deployment later.
  • Multiple owners state recall parts (for campaigns 15V460000, 15V459000, and steering-related 15V541000) were unavailable for extended periods, delaying repairs.
  • One owner described the airbag warning light illuminating repeatedly with no diagnosis found by the dealer.
  • A rollover crash was reported where airbags and seat belts both failed to activate.

When 2014 Ram 2500 airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 1, 2015, latest Feb 11, 2026.

2014 Ram 2500 airbags complaints: complaints filed per month2Aug 2015Nov 2015Apr 2016Sep 2016Mar 2017Jan 2018Aug 2019Mar 2021
17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2015 to Feb 2026; peak Oct 2015 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2014 Ram 2500

  1. NHTSA 17V302000May 9, 2017Airbags1,021,279 vehicles

    Air bags:side/window:curtain

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.

    Risk: 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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.

  2. NHTSA 15V459000Jul 22, 2015Airbags1,059,444 vehicles

    Air bags:frontal

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring.

    Risk: This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R36.

  3. NHTSA 15V460000Jul 22, 2015Airbags667,441 vehicles

    Air bags:side/window

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.

    Risk: Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R23.

Airbags complaints by 2500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 20138 (4%)
  2. 201417 (5%)
  3. 201511 (5%)
  4. 201611 (4%)
  5. 20176 (1%)
  6. 201811 (0%)
  7. 20197 (4%)
  8. 20202 (1%)
  9. 20214 (4%)
  10. 20227 (4%)
  11. 20235 (10%)
  12. 20243 (5%)
  13. 20254 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2014 Ram 2500 have?
NHTSA lists 17 airbag complaints for the 2014 Ram 2500, which is about 5% of the 341 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2014 Ram 2500?
Yes. NHTSA lists three airbag-related recalls covering the 2014 Ram 2500: 17V302000, 15V459000, and 15V460000, addressing occupant restraint control calibration and wiring issues.
Did the airbag problems cause any injuries or crashes?
NHTSA data shows 5 crashes and 4 injuries linked to airbag complaints for the 2014 Ram 2500.
At what mileage do airbag failures typically occur on the 2014 Ram 2500?
The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2014 Ram 2500 is 39,000 miles.
Does the 2014 Ram 2500 have more airbag complaints than other model years?
Among Ram 2500 model years listed, 2014 has 17 airbag complaints, the highest count, though 2023 has a higher share percentage at 10%.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.