14 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2019 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.
Consequence
Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
On behalf of hme, fca dealers will update the engine calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 25, 2022. Owners may contact hme's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #2 - WHEELS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #3 - WHEELS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #4 - WHEELS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #5 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #7 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #8 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2019 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.
Consequence
Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
On behalf of hme, fca dealers will update the engine calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 25, 2022. Owners may contact hme's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #9 - WHEELS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #10 - WHEELS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #11 - WHEELS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #12 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #13 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #14 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2021-10-15
Description
Hme, inc. (hme) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ram 5500 emergency vehicles. The flanged wheel lug nuts may have been over-tightened during service.
Consequence
An over-tightened lug nut may cause the wheel stud to break, resulting in wheel separation and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.