WheelsRecall 21V-807 · 2018–2020 Hme RAM 5500
HME, Inc. recall 21V-807 covers 5 2018–2020 Hme RAM 5500 for a wheels problem, reported to NHTSA on October 15, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V807000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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 risk
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a 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 are expected to be mailed on February 25, 2022. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
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
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.