2016 Ram 3500 wheels problems

Filed Aug 18, 2026 · Steering, Suspension · PA

Pursuant to a manufacturer-issued safety recall (V06) on a steering assembly component, the manufacturer's remedy permanently damaged an otherwise functioning, adjustable steering component and created a financial barrier to basic vehicle maintenance. The component, post remedy, now would have to be replaced in order to allow adjustment to put the vehicle steering system into correct alignment. Driving a vehicle without proper front end alignment can cause premature tire wear contributing to tire failure and/or pulling to the right or left contributing to a possible accident condition. The manufacturer is refusing to pay for the replacement parts/repairs that, but for the recall remedy, would be necessary.

Filed Dec 7, 2022 · Wheels · DC · fire

The Government Owned Vehicle (GOV) was traveling North on 31E in Nashville, when truck shuttered then truck passenger side wheel fell off. Tire/wheel pinned to truck and caught fire. Drive pulled truck off to side of roadway and called 911.

Filed Feb 26, 2022 · Wheels · NC

On February 3, 2022 I had my truck serviced at my local dealership to address SAFETY RECALL Y26. According to the service manager, the work was completed per the Safety Recall instructions. On Feb 22, 2022 while traveling at highway speed, all eight wheel studs broke on the left rear dually wheels which led to the wheel/tires separating from the vehicle without warning. This catastrophic failure could have caused serious injury, or death to the occupants of the vehicle, as well as other motorists/pedestrians. It was by the GRACE OF GOD the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle until it was safely off the highway. The vehicle was transported by a flatbed wrecker to a dealership near the final destination it was en-route to, to inspect the damage and make all necessary repairs. Both the dealership that performed, the SAFETY RECALL Y26 in Raleigh, NC and the dealer in Ocala, FL that currently has possession of the truck have confirmed the cause of this catastrophic failure is YIELDED WHEEL STUDS. Consumer is requesting a recall investigation of the previously announced Recall Y26 and adjustment of existing recall remedies. Consumer has requested the return of all damaged parts from the vehicle from the dealership that is in possession of the vehicle and performing the Safety Recall repairs.

Filed Oct 21, 2021 · Wheels · TX

I was driving home, my truck began to vibrate or wobble hard, next thing it begins staggering upon a jolt, and then I noticed my two rear drivers side tires passing me on the highway. I safely get out of traffic somehow, and upon inspection both tires came off, and all my lug nuts but one are missing. There was no warning, I had to call a tow truck to pick my vehicle up and bring it home , it cannot be repaired due to the manufactory is not sure what the specs are, mean while I am without a vehicle and have missed several days of work.

Filed Jun 6, 2020 · Wheels · KY

Purchased vehicle new from marshall dodge in oct. 2016. I have just realized that my spare tire is a different size. On the ground I have (4) lt285/60r20e.. And as a spare I have a lt275/70r18e. This is the way the vehicle came from dodge. I do not feel safe if I would have to use the different size spare, especially pulling a 40ft. 5th wheel camper. I have talked to the dealership and fca case management and told that this is normal, and I would not have any problems. My case number is 76379630 . I also feel that would not be good on the transfer case and differential. Could you please advise me on this problem ? Is this safe as ram has advised me ?

Filed Feb 19, 2020 · Wheels · 239,456 miles · FL

Cracks are developing along the circumference area bead seat of the tire causing possible tire wheel separation. I was informed by my step son and girlfriend. We haul our horses and thank goodness the truck was at home at the time of notification. I contacted alcoa , and they said they don't make these wheels for the ram 3500 2016. So I contacted the local ram dealer and so for no has lifted a finger to call or say hey please bring this in the get this rectified. I have extended warranty on these wheels till 2021.

Filed Jan 21, 2020 · Wheels · 55,000 miles · VA

On january 21, 2020 at 1400 38 miles outside of charlottesville, va on highway 29 driver side rear inside tire tread separated and blew out the tire causing extensive damage to the underside of the truck bed. The speed of the blowout was 45 MPH and had to manage parking on the side of the road on an incline in order to change the tire out and remove the metal that was holding the splash guard. Roadside assistance tow company informed us that the outside tire on the same side was ready to blow as well and needed to be changed. The tires on the vehicle are nexxan roadian lt235/80r17 10 ply. The vehicle has 55,000 miles on it.

Filed Dec 4, 2019 · Wheels · 11,000 miles · FL

I purchase a 2016 dodge ram 3500 duall limited with 2k miles on it. The truck has garbage nexan tires on it. Nexan claims it is a 40k mile warranty tire. Funny though, at 11k miles I had one nexan tire failure due to tread separation. Took truck to dealer, dealer got with nexan, working with nexan like 'going to the dentist to get anything done. Said they would reimburse me for the tire that failed at 11k miles, that was two months ago still no refund and I call every week looking for my refund. Couple months go by and another nexan tire failure at 13k miles. You guessed it another tread seperation. Take truck to dealer, they say can't help. Call nexan they say you need to ship all 6 tires back so we can test them. Im testing them for you and they are crap! Two tire failures well under 40k, this is not a coincidence these tires are garbage. I have my wife and daughter who I drive around in a $75k ram dually limited and I am scared for their safety with these failing tires. Nexan might as well tell me to go #@$& myself as their customer service against and warranty department are a joke. Beware dont buy nexan tires. Dodge also should stop putting these garbage tires on their trucks, going to get someone killed.

Filed Nov 9, 2019 · Wheels · 21,000 miles · DE

I forgot to include the tire size etc with my original complaint. Original complaint #11279115 shifted belt in tires nexen lt235 80r17e on & off road tires original equipment on my 2016 ram 3500 dually

Filed Nov 9, 2019 · Wheels · 21,000 miles · DE

Vibration in front wheel, diagnosed at dealership that the tire has a shifted belt. This tire is on the driver's side. We already replaced the passenger side front tire 2/13/19. This is a dually truck and we are concerned that this will also happen to the 4 rear tires. The vehicle currently only has 21,390 miles. This should not be occurring and is a safety hazard. I tried to contact the manufacturer but they have not returned my calls.