NHTSA Recall 17V499000
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Component: Wheels. Reported 2017-08-10. An estimated 1,765 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
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.safercar.gov.