Hme product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 15, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

HME, Inc. recalls 2018–2020 Hme Ram 5500

Recall number

21V807000

Brand / firm

Hme

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5 units

Why it was recalled

An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.