CarRecallWatch- Component
- WHEELS
- Problem
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain heavy-duty trucks that were modified by an aftermarket company to use cast aluminum Katla 8.5-inch road wheels may have wheels whose outer surface can fracture. A fracture can cause rapid air loss, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control and a higher risk of crash.
If your truck has these aftermarket aluminum wheels, contact American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500. AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels with wheels of similar value at no cost to you.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM 2500 | 20132014201520162017 |
|---|---|
| RAM 3500 | 20132014201520162017 |