Defect Description For Recall
Accuride Is Recalling One Tubeless Duplex Wheel, Size 22.5 X 14.00 15 Degree, With Accuride Part Number 29627. The Wheel Is Composed Of A Rim That Supports The Tire And A Disc That Are Welded Into A One Piece Assembly. The Attachment Weld Between The Disc And The Rim Is Missing.
Make Of Vehicle
TUBELESS DUPLEX WHEEL
Model Of Vehicle
22.5 X 14.00 15 DEGREE
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
11E018000
Component Description
Wheels
Effect Of Defect
A Wheel Without An Attachment Weld Will Not Have The Structural Integrity To Support The Load Of The Vehicle And The Tire. Any Significant Side Force On The Wheel During Normal Operating Conditions And Loads Could Cause The Disc To Disengage From The Rim. If The Rim And Disc Separate, The Rim Could Come Off The Vehicle Possibly Causing A Crash Resulting In Property Damage, Personal Injury, Or Death.
Fix Defect
The Affected Wheel Has Been Located And Remedied; Therefore, An Owner Notification Letter Will Not Be Issued For This Campaign. The Recall Began On April 25, 2011. Owners May Contact Accuride At 1-800-869-2275.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Accuride Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
1
Date Owners Notified
20110425
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Accuride Corporation
Date Report Received
20110510