2014 RAM 1500 Air Bags Problems
Owners have filed 125 complaints with NHTSA about air bags problems on the 2014 RAM 1500, 7% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 47,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “medical attention” (12% of reports).
- 125air bags complaints
- 47,000median miles at failure
- 41mention a crash
- 33mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- 48%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Medical attention: mentioned in 15 of 125 complaints (12%)
- Bags seat belts: mentioned in 11 of 125 complaints (9%)
- Service air: mentioned in 9 of 125 complaints (7%)
- Failed deploy: mentioned in 9 of 125 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do air bags problems happen?
Based on 83 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 125 complaints, 41 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 33 an injury.
RAM 1500 air bags complaints by model year
| Model year | Air Bags complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 1500 | 3 | 3% | — |
| 2025 1500 | 6 | 2% | — |
| 2024 1500 | 4 | 5% | — |
| 2023 1500 | 6 | 3% | — |
| 2022 1500 | 12 | 2% | 57,570 |
| 2021 1500 | 27 | 4% | 49,000 |
| 2020 1500 | 21 | 3% | 38,800 |
| 2019 1500 | 93 | 6% | 22,300 |
| 2018 1500 | 19 | 3% | 28,000 |
| 2017 1500 | 53 | 6% | 35,000 |
| 2016 1500 | 48 | 3% | 33,980 |
| 2015 1500 | 61 | 4% | 55,850 |
| 2014 1500 | 125 | 7% | 47,000 |
| 2013 1500 | 94 | 7% | 54,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Air bags:side/window:curtain
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Air bags:side/window
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab trucks manufactured August 26, 2013, to August 8, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) that may not fully overlap the C-pillars in the event of a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R47.
Air bags:side/window; seat belts
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Air bags:frontal
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I am reporting a safety concern with my 2014 Ram 1500, which recently reached 100,000 miles. The ABS module has failed, and replacement parts are not available to repair this critical safety system. Many other Ram owners appear to be experiencing the same issue. Additionally, my airbag warning…
1. Front fuel tank strap bracket has corroded and strap no longer attaches, my vehicle is available for inspection upon request. (appears this was a problem for 2009-2012 ram trucks) 2. If the tank falls, fuel will let loose with the opportunity for fire. 3. Yes, (independent service center). My…
There was a previous recall for my vehicle July 21, 2015 R36 15Vâ¢459. The recall was handled at the dealership to fix the recall. But now I'm experiencing the exact symptoms of Recall R36. Steering Wheel: â¢Ghost right blinker - When engaged, all lights are on and in working condition and blink…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2014 RAM 1500s have air bags problems?
No. NHTSA has 125 owner complaints about air bags for the 2014 RAM 1500 (7% of the 1,773 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2014 RAM 1500 air bags?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list air bags. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do air bags problems start?
The median reported mileage is 47,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about air bags problems on the 2014 RAM 1500?
The most frequent phrase is “medical attention”, in 15 of 125 complaints, followed by “bags seat belts” (11).
Other 2014 RAM 1500 problems
- Steering problems (505)
- Engine problems (304)
- Electrical System problems (246)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (213)
- Power Train problems (192)
- Service Brakes problems (145)
- Suspension problems (111)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (89)
See all 2014 RAM 1500 problems or air bags problems across all 1500 years.