NHTSA Recall 21V398000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 447,985 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Dodge RAM 3500.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V398000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | Y26, Y36 |
| Component | WHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS |
| Report received | May 27, 2021 |
| Owner notification | August 26, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
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.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V398000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.