Chrysler recall: Driver airbag inflator
- What's wrong
- In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the vehicle occupants and / or in worst cases a fatality. The concern is caused…
- What to do
- Contact a Chrysler dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the passenger front air bag module which includes the inflator.
What’s wrong
In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the vehicle occupants and / or in worst cases a fatality. The concern is caused by moisture in the air getting past faulty seals and being absorbed by the pyrotechnic biscuits in the inflator. As a result it is more likely to occur sooner in areas of high humidity and high temperature difference.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the passenger front air bag module which includes the inflator.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRYSLER 300 | 1 Feb 2005 | 29 Oct 2010 | – |
| Chrysler Magnum | 1 Feb 2005 | 29 Oct 2010 | – |
| CHRYSLER 300 | 23 Feb 2006 | 27 Jul 2007 | – |
| Chrysler Aspen | 23 Feb 2006 | 6 Aug 2009 | – |
| CHRYSLER 300 | 5 Feb 2004 | 12 Jul 2012 | 9,837 |
| CHRYSLER 300C | 5 Feb 2004 | 12 Jul 2012 | – |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 30 June 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.