Vehicle recall 17V499000 · August 10, 2017
Ram 2500 and 3500
The outer surface of the wheel may fracture, resulting in rapid air loss.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V499000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 10, 2017
- Filed by
- Streetcar ORV LLC
- Owner notification
- August 30, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,765
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Wheels
Vehicles covered
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