NHTSA Campaign 17V499000

WHEELS

Issued by Streetcar ORV LLC · Reported Aug 10, 2017 · 1,765 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Streetcar ORV LLC, dba American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks, modified by AEV to be equipped with cast aluminum Katla 8.5" road wheels. The outer surface of the wheel may fracture, resulting in rapid air loss.

Consequence

If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels with wheels of similar value, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256 extension 500.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
RAM 2500 2013 1,765
RAM 2500 2014 1,765
RAM 2500 2015 1,765
RAM 2500 2016 1,765
RAM 2500 2017 1,765
RAM 3500 2013 1,765
RAM 3500 2014 1,765
RAM 3500 2015 1,765
RAM 3500 2016 1,765
RAM 3500 2017 1,765

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V499000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.