Chrysler Mopar Side Curtain Air Bag Recall
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Chrysler is recalling 105 Mopar side curtain air bags due to insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams, which fails to comply with federal safety standards and increases injury risk in crashes.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 11, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Mopar side curtain air bags because they may have insufficient pressure retention due to improperly sealed seams, failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, 'Ejection Mitigation.'
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are Mopar side curtain air bags with part numbers 68224526AJ and 68224527AH. A total of 105 units are involved, related to model year 9999, make MOPAR, and model AIR BAG. The NHTSA campaign number is 26E014000.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags free of charge. If an air bag is not installed in a vehicle, it will be repurchased. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403, and Chrysler's recall number is 07D.
Why This Matters
This recall is significant because air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash, potentially compromising occupant safety in vehicles.
Source
NHTSA Recall ID: 26E014000. For more information, refer to the NHTSA website.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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