Wheel studs may break
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle 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 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.
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FAQ: Recall 21V398000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V398000?
NHTSA recall 21V398000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 27, 2021. It addresses: Wheel studs may break. The recall affects approximately 447,985 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V398000 or the manufacturer campaign number Y26, Y36. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.