Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 17V499000

Wheels

Streetcar ORV LLC filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2017-08-10.

Recall campaignNHTSA 17V499000

Wheels

Component
Wheels
Manufacturer
Streetcar ORV LLC
Vehicles affected
1,765
Reported to NHTSA
2017-08-10
Owners notified
2017-08-30

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Scope of coverage

10 model years across 2 models.

ModelYears on record
Ram 25002017 2016 2015 2014 2013
Ram 35002017 2016 2015 2014 2013

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.