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2018-2020 Hme RAM 5500 recall: wheels

Hme, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 15, 2021. It covers about 5 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5
reported
Oct 15, 2021
owners notified
May 20, 2022

Wheels

What is 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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 21V807000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 21V807000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2020 Hme RAM 5500 wheels?

Yes. Recall 21V807000, reported on October 15, 2021, covers about 5 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V807000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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