Missing rim size information on label/fmvss 110
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2015 buick encore vehicles manufactured august 26, 2014, to february 9, 2015, and 2015 chevrolet trax vehicles manufactured october 13, 2014, to february 3, 2015. the affected vehicles have tire placards that do not provide the rim size information for the front or rear wheels. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims and motor home/recreation vehicle trailer load carrying capacity information for motor vehicles with a gvwr of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
Safety Consequence
If the label is missing front and rear rim size information, the owner may replace the rims with ones that are an incorrect size, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and will send owners a corrected label, free of charge. the recall april 29, 2015. owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Gm's number for this recall is 15166.
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FAQ: Recall 15V162000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V162000?
NHTSA recall 15V162000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on March 20, 2015. It addresses: Missing rim size information on label/fmvss 110. The recall affects approximately 19,831 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V162000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15166. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.