NHTSA Campaign 21V807000
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Issued by HME, Inc. · Reported Oct 15, 2021 · 5 vehicles affected
What's wrong
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a 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 are expected to be mailed on February 25, 2022. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HME | RAM 5500 | 2018 | 5 |
| HME | RAM 5500 | 2019 | 5 |
| HME | RAM 5500 | 2020 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V807000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.