Femtec, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08E001000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E001000 by Femtec, Inc.. Includes 4,287 affected units, WHEEL RIM CRACKS, component: WHEELS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain ultra aluminum wheels series 223/224, 8 lug - 170 and 8 lug - 6.5 in the size 17" x 8". some of these wheels may crack due to the marginal dimension on the spoke especially if mounted on tires larger than the recommended maximum tire diameter of 32.5 inches.

Corrective Action

Femtec will notify owners and replace the wheels with the same style or of a similar product at no cost which will include free mounting and balancing. the recall began on january 2, 2008. owners can contact femtec customer service at 1-877-223-2282.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E001000
Manufacturer: Femtec, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2008-01-02T00:00:00
Subject: Wheel rim cracks
Component: Wheels
Potentially Affected Units: 4,287

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Certain ultra aluminum wheels series 223/224, 8 lug - 170 and 8 lug - 6.5 in the size 17" x 8". some of these wheels may crack due to the marginal dimension on the spoke especially if mounted on tires larger than the recommended maximum tire diameter of 32.5 inches.
Consequence Summary: Cracked spokes could cause eventual separation of the wheel and tire from the rim possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Femtec will notify owners and replace the wheels with the same style or of a similar product at no cost which will include free mounting and balancing. the recall began on january 2, 2008. owners can contact femtec customer service at 1-877-223-2282.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-csii~43nw-tz8m
NHTSA ID: 08E001000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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