NHTSA Recall History

Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. Safety Recalls

Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

2
Total Recalls
171,488
Vehicles Affected
Potentially
2
Years Reported
0
Do Not Drive
Critical alerts

Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. has issued 2 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 2 years (from 1972 to 1978), affecting an estimated 171,488 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Equipment, Wheels. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.

Defect Categories

Most-recalled components

The vehicle systems behind most Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. safety recalls.

Equipment 1 recall
Wheels 1 recall
Recall History

Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. recalls by year

Browse 2 recalls across 2 years. Most recent first.

1978 1 recall

Large Recall 78E016000
Defunct Motor Wheel Corp.
Lpg fittings
Equipment · 169,484 affected · Jun 6, 1978

1972 1 recall

Recall 73E004000
Defunct Motor Wheel Corp.
Wheels:lugs:nuts:bolts
Wheels · 2,004 affected · May 10, 1972

Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. Recall FAQ

Common questions about Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.

How many recalls has Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. issued?

Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. has issued 2 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 171,488 vehicles since 1972. The most recent recall was reported 1978-06-06.

How do I check if my Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. vehicle is under recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. and any sub-brand or component supplier.

Are Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.

Which Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. components are most commonly recalled?

The top recalled components for Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. are: Equipment (1), Wheels (1). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.

Where does this Defunct Motor Wheel Corp. recall data come from?

All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-20. This site is independent and not affiliated with Defunct Motor Wheel Corp..