Recall 17V499 affects 1,765 2013-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks for Katla wheels that can fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
Recall 17V499 covers 1,765 2013-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks equipped with cast aluminum Katla road wheels. The wheel's outer surface can fracture and cause rapid air loss, which can lead to loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk; Ram dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2013-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks use cast aluminum Katla 8.5 inch road wheels. A wheel supports the tire, holds the tire bead in place, and keeps air sealed inside the mounted tire while the truck carries weight and absorbs road impacts. On a heavy duty truck, that wheel has to stay intact under load.
On these trucks, the outer surface of the wheel can fracture around the outer portion of the rim. The root cause has not been identified, but field reports showed the same fracture location, from a hairline crack to a complete break around the wheel. Once the wheel fractures, the tire can lose air rapidly.
There is no warning sign before failure. A crack or sudden air loss can be the first thing an owner notices, so a Ram dealer needs to inspect the included wheel set and replace the recalled wheels with a different model.
Who's affected?
Spans Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks across the 2013-2017 model years, all tied to wheel hardware.
| 2017 Ram 2500 | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2016 Ram 2500 | wheel hardware |
| 2015 Ram 3500 | wheel hardware |
| 2015 Ram 2500 | wheel hardware |
| 2014 Ram 3500 | wheel hardware |
| 2013 Ram 2500 | wheel hardware |
| 2014 Ram 2500 | wheel hardware |
| 2016 Ram 3500 | wheel hardware |
| 2013 Ram 3500 | wheel hardware |
| 2017 Ram 3500 | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 1,765 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a wheel fractures, the driver can lose vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Schedule the recall repair soon if your VIN is included, and call the dealer if you notice wheel damage before your appointment. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2017 Ram 2500 or 3500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ram dealer to schedule the free Katla road wheel replacement that fixes the fracture risk and rapid air loss concern.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 17V499 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the wheel replacement is complete. Stop in a safe place if a tire loses air or the truck pulls to one side.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ram technician replaces the affected Katla road wheels with wheels of similar value. The replacement wheels and labor are free under the recall. AEV is contacting owners and working with distributors for vehicles or wheels covered by this campaign. Call the service desk with your VIN and ask them to confirm the wheel replacement parts before your appointment.
Timeline
| August 10, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 30, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 31, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| August 31, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 1, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V499?
Recall 17V499 covers 1,765 2013-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks modified with cast aluminum Katla 8.5-inch road wheels. The outer surface of the wheel can fracture and cause rapid air loss. Dealers will replace the wheels with similar-value wheels for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2017 Ram 2500 or 3500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 17V499. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer to schedule the free wheel replacement. Reference recall number 17V499 when you call, and ask whether the dealer needs to inspect the Katla wheels first.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 17V499, dealers will replace the affected Katla 8.5-inch road wheels with wheels of similar value free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 17V499?
The safety risk is rapid air loss from a fractured wheel. If the wheel fractures while driving, loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free wheel replacement and ask the dealer for guidance before driving on damaged or suspect wheels.
What if I bought my Ram 2500 or 3500 used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires recall repairs to follow the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received the August 30, 2017 recall notice, check your VIN and reference recall 17V499 when you contact a Ram dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V499000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 1-248-926-0256 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V499 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V499000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →