Recall 21V698 affects 2 2021 Ram 1500 trucks with an incorrect-size spare tire. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
Ram is recalling 2 2021 1500 trucks because an incorrect-size spare tire was installed and the tire placard lists information that does not match that spare. A driver who follows the wrong placard pressure can inflate the spare incorrectly, increasing the risk of a crash; Ram dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The spare tire on a 2021 Ram 1500 is the backup tire used when a road tire is flat or damaged. Its size and cold inflation pressure are supposed to match the tire placard, the label that tells an owner or service technician which tires belong on the truck and how much air pressure they need.
On affected Ram 1500 trucks, the spare tire installed at assembly is a different size than the size listed on the placard. The tire itself is not the defect. The problem is the mismatch between the installed spare and the instructions printed on the truck. That mismatch means the owner, roadside assistant, or dealer service desk reads one specification while the truck carries another spare.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would usually discover the issue only when checking the spare tire, reading the placard, or trying to use the spare after a flat tire.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Ram 1500 | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021 Ram 1500 pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
The tire placard lists the wrong spare tire inflation pressure. If you follow that label, the spare tire can be inflated incorrectly, which increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign tied to the label error, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Ram 1500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ram dealer to schedule the free spare tire assembly replacement that corrects the incorrect-size spare tire.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 21V698 when you call.
- Use extra care with the spare tire until the replacement is complete; incorrect inflation pressure raises crash risk.
- Call Ram customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions about Ram recall Y62.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ram technician replaces the spare tire assembly covered by this recall. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for a related spare tire repair, FCA US requests the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment so it can confirm the expense under its reimbursement policy. Bring that paperwork to the service desk or follow the instructions in the owner letter.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 9, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 9, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| September 9, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 9, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 14, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 14, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V698?
Recall 21V698 covers 2 2021 Ram 1500 trucks with an incorrect-size spare tire assembly. The spare tire does not match the tire placard information for tire size and inflation pressure. Ram dealers will replace the spare tire assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Ram 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 21V698. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer and schedule the spare tire assembly replacement. Reference recall number 21V698 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ram dealers will replace the spare tire assembly free of charge under recall 21V698.
What is the safety risk in recall 21V698?
The risk is incorrect spare tire inflation. If the tire placard gives the wrong inflation pressure for the installed spare, the driver can inflate the spare tire incorrectly, increasing crash risk. The free dealer repair replaces the spare tire assembly.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V698000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V698 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V698000 |
Source documents
-
Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →