Dodge Recall 21V-398: Wheels – lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Affected: 2012 Dodge Ram 3500, 2012 Dodge Ram 4500, 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 and 3 more. Filed with NHTSA on May 27, 2021, covering about 447,985 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

The risk

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

The fix

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 were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-398 (21V398000)
Manufacturer numberY26, Y36
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentWheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Report dateMay 27, 2021
Owners notifiedAugust 26, 2021
Vehicles affected447,985
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the wheels & tires

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-398 repair free?

Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 447,985 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.