WheelsRecall 17V-499 · Ram vehicles
Streetcar ORV LLC recall 17V-499 covers 1,765 Ram vehicles for a wheels problem, reported to NHTSA on August 10, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q1) shows 11% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V499000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The risk
If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
11%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.