AIR BAG - DRIVER
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2025 RAM 1500 airbags problems
severe Owners of the 2025 RAM 1500 have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the airbags at roughly $1,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 1500 | 23 |
| 2024 1500 | 3 |
| 2025 1500 (this page) | 4 |
1crash
2injuries
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
AIR BAG - DRIVER
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Please ensure vehicle voltage is within specified limits. Most faults will store after an ignition cycle if the vehicle voltage is within specified limits. Check TERMINAL RETENTION ON CONNECTOR C1 PIN 11, CIRCUT D 282 CAN FD+_2 and repair any loose connection. For Loss OF Communication faults, please follow the diagnostic service routine in Service Library and confirm these steps before ORC replacement. Reference Service Library Section 28 - DTC-Based Diagnostics / MODULE, Body Control (BCM) / Diagnosis and Testing / U0151-00-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE. The Standard Procedure / COMMUNICATION DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE must be performed before replacing any component(s) or mo
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Had airbags trouble with your 2025 RAM 1500?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2025 RAM 1500?
It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2025/RAM/1500.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.