RAM 5500, 3500 +1 more: Wheels — lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Affects RAM 5500, 3500, 4500 · 2012–2021 — about 448K vehicles.

The hazard

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational