Defect Description For Recall
Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc. (Hispec) Is Recalling Certain 16″ Split Spoke Aluminum Trailer Wheelshispec Wheel And Tire, Inc. (Hispec) Is Recalling Certain 16″ Split Spoke Aluminum Trailer Wheels With 6 Or 8 Lugs. A Crack Can Develop In The Spoke Of The Wheel Which Can Lead To Additional Cracks And Potential Failure If The Wheel Is Not Removed From Service With 6 Or 8 Lugs. A Crack Can Develop In The Spoke Of The Wheel Which Can Lead To Additional Cracks And Potential Failure If The Wheel Is Not Removed From Service.
Make Of Vehicle
HISPEC
Model Of Vehicle
Aluminum TRAILER WHEEL
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
12E006000
Component Description
Wheels
Effect Of Defect
Should The Crack Progress To Complete Failure Of The Wheel, The Entire Wheel And Tire Can Separate From The Trailer, Possibly Resulting In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Hispec Is Working With Distributors And The Vehicle Manufacturers To Identify And Notify Owners Of The Recall Campaign. All Affected Wheels Will Be Replaced Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began March 2012. Owners May Contact Hispec At 1-800-549-4012.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
846
Date Owners Notified
20120322
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc.
Date Report Received
20120221