Component
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The lug nuts on your RAM 3500, 4500, or 5500 truck are held in place by wheel studs. In some cases, the owner's manual and service guides might not have the correct tightening instructions, which could lead to over-tightening the lug nuts.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wheel stud breaks because of over-tightening, a wheel could come loose and separate from the vehicle while driving. This could cause a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the owner's manual and other service guides with the correct torque specification and inspect the wheel studs on your truck. If any studs are damaged, they'll be replaced for free. You should schedule this service as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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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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