HME, Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ram 5500 emergency vehicles
— Recall Campaign #21V807000
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V807000
| Manufacturer: | HME, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 15, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V807000 |
| Units affected: | 5 |
- Description:
- HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
- Consequeces:
- An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.