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2018 RAM 4500 WHEELS Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: High Priority

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WHEELS Safety Recalls

High Priority #21V398000 Plain English
Component

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The lug nuts on your big truck are tightened using a specific torque, but there's a mistake in the manual that could lead to them being overtightened. This could damage the wheel stud and cause the wheel to come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wheel stud breaks, the wheel could separate from the hub, which would cause a serious accident, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will correct the manual's instructions and inspect your truck's wheel studs. If any are damaged, they'll replace them at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability, as letters were mailed on November 30, 2021, and December 1, 2021.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Other RAM 4500 2018 Recalls

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other RAM 4500 Years

2026
4 recalls
2025
4 recalls
2024
2 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
4 recalls
2021
5 recalls
2020
10 recalls
2019
10 recalls
2017
7 recalls
2016
7 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
9 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
9 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2010
6 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
1 recall

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2013 RAM 3500
14 WHEELS recalls
2014 RAM 3500
14 WHEELS recalls
2015 RAM 3500
14 WHEELS recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2018 RAM 4500 safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS recall for the 2018 RAM 4500? (Campaign #21V398000)

The lug nuts on your big truck are tightened using a specific torque, but there's a mistake in the manual that could lead to them being overtightened. This could damage the wheel stud and cause the wheel to come loose. If the wheel stud breaks, the wheel could separate from the hub, which would cause a serious accident, increasing the risk of a crash. Your dealer will correct the manual's instructions and inspect your truck's wheel studs. If any are damaged, they'll replace them at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability, as letters were mailed on November 30, 2021, and December 1, 2021.