2013–2021 RAM 5500, 3500, 4500 and 2012 Dodge Ram 5500, Ram 4500, Ram 3500 recall: Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V398000
- Reported
- May 27, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler
- Part
- Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- Vehicles affected
- About 447,985
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.
Safety risk
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Dodge Ram 3500 (2012); Dodge Ram 4500 (2012); Dodge Ram 5500 (2012); RAM 3500 (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021); RAM 4500 (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021); RAM 5500 (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners…
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.