Component
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The lug nuts on your RAM truck are tightened with the help of a special manual, but there's a mistake in that manual that could lead to a serious problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If the manual is followed incorrectly, the lug nuts could be tightened too tightly, which could break the wheel stud and cause your wheel to come loose while driving. This could lead to a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the manual to show the correct lug nut tightening instructions, and they'll also inspect your wheel studs to make sure they're safe. If any studs need to be replaced, they'll do that for free, too.
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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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