NHTSA Complaint #11521050 — 2021 RAM 3500

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11521050
Vehicle	2021 RAM 3500
Component	WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Date of Incident	June 15, 2021
Date Filed	May 8, 2023
Mileage	24,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	WI

Consumer Description

The contact owns a fleet of 2021 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to a local dealer to be serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels); however, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side rear wheel studs fractured. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it remained awaiting diagnostic and repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000.

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