Wheels: complaints and recalls by model
The NHTSA complaint file has 24,691 component mentions of Wheels. That is 11 per 1,000 component mentions in the file. 770 NHTSA recall campaigns name a component in this group.
Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner's complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists.
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Model lines
In the order of the number of mentions.
| Model line | Mentions | Per 1,000 component mentions of the line |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Corvette | 566 | 89.3 |
| Ford F-250 SD | 284 | 29.8 |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse | 278 | 99.8 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 222 | 43 |
| Ram 3500 | 136 | 39.9 |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser | 125 | 36.5 |
| Isuzu Rodeo | 114 | 34.6 |
| Ford F-350 | 107 | 27.8 |
| Lincoln MKZ | 84 | 41.2 |
| Ford CVPI | 76 | 496.7 |
| Dodge Dart | 65 | 17.4 |
| Chrysler 300M | 53 | 46.9 |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | 52 | 182.5 |
| Honda Prologue | 45 | 27.2 |
| Buick Lucerne | 40 | 30 |
| Ford F-150 Hybrid | 40 | 43.2 |
| Ford Transit | 38 | 35.2 |
| Mazda CX-9 | 37 | 20.1 |
| Ford Econoline | 35 | 30.3 |
| Nissan 350Z | 34 | 41.7 |
| Lincoln LS | 31 | 22.7 |
| Toyota FJ Cruiser | 31 | 25.4 |
| Ford Freestar | 30 | 9.3 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 30 | 56 |
| Lincoln MKX | 29 | 16.4 |
A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.
For all vehicles in the file, the figure for Wheels is 11 per 1,000 component mentions. The NHTSA files have no sales figures. A model line with more vehicles on the road gets more complaints.
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Component: The part or the system that a complaint or a recall campaign names. NHTSA has a fixed list of component names.
Names in the group
The component names of NHTSA that start with the group name.
| Component name in the file | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 19,764 |
| Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs | 2,240 |
| Rim | 1,883 |
| Hub | 591 |
| Hubcap/Cover | 146 |
| Multi Piece | 58 |
| Space Saver Wheel | 8 |
| Spokes | 1 |
Counts by year
Newest recall campaigns
The newest 20 of 770.
26V496000Received . 952 units.
Tires / Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. A manufacturing defect may result in the steel wheels cracking at the disc vent holes.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A cracked wheel may lead to disc separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262556920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
Report filed by General Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number N262556920. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
26V456000Received . 641 units.
Wheels
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the steel wheels and valve stems, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 05D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 23, 2026.
Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number 05D. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
26V350000Received . 205 units.
Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VAH, 2026-2027 VN, VHD, VNL (4), and 2027 VNR (4) vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the wheel and hub mating surfaces, remove any masking material, and replace any worn components if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2606.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2606. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 8 make, model and year entries.
26V351000Received . 644 units.
Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2026 Anthem (AN), 2026-2027 Pioneer PR (4), Pinnacle (PI/PN), Granite (GR), and 2027 Anthem AN (4) vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the wheel and hub mating surfaces, remove any masking material, and replace any worn components if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0495. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 31, 2026.
Report filed by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SC0495. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 8 make, model and year entries.
26V304000Received . 2,457 units.
Wheels / Hub
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
Report filed by General Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number N262554630. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 12 make, model and year entries.
26V255000Received . 173 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Disc / Rotor
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels. The brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow the stud to separate from the wheel hub.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-33-003.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-26-33-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.
26V235000Received . 4,351 units.
Wheels / Hub
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A missing spindle nut may lead to brake system damage or wheel detachment, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle spindle nut and cotter pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S27. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 16, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S27. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 4 make, model and year entries.
26V198000Received . 3,734 units.
Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025 G580 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to loosen or detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the wheel bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026040008. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2026040008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
26E010000Received . 36,661 units.
WheelsDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Vision Wheel, Inc. (Vision Wheel) is recalling certain aftermarket aluminum wheels with part number 640-6744GBMF38, 640-6765GBMF40, 640-7710GBMF40, 640-7744GBMF40, or 640-7765GBMF40. The material may have inconsistencies, resulting in the wheel cracking after hitting a bump, pothole, or curb.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A cracked wheel can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Vision Wheel's customer service at 844-388-4746. Vision Wheel's number for this recall is 2127-0616.
Report filed by Vision Wheel, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 2127-0616. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
26V036000Received . 1,835 units.
Wheels / Hub
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
FWMOTO INC. (FLYE) is recalling certain 2024 FWMOTO FLY-10 and 2022-2024 FLY E-BIKE FLY-10 scooters. The rear wheel hub may be missing the DOT marking. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The wheel hub may be improperly assembled or installed without the proper markings to identify the part, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
FLYE will replace the rear wheel hub, free of charge, or repurchase the vehicle. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact FLYE customer service at 646-961-5177 or email support@flyebike.com.
Report filed by FWMOTO INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 21565. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 4 make, model and year entries.
26V027000Received . 230 units.
Wheels / Hub
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh Defense) is recalling certain 2025 NGDV vehicles. The rear axle hub fasteners may loosen, causing the wheel to detach.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached wheel can cause a loss of vehicle control or become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Oshkosh Defense will replace and properly tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Oshkosh Defense customer service at 1-833-304-8100. Oshkosh Defense's number for this recall is NGDV_TSB_057.
Report filed by Oshkosh Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number NGDV_TSB_057. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
25V835000Received . 27 units.
Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44BW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025.
Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 44BW. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.
25V832000Received . 10 units.
Suspension / Front / Wheel BearingDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Virnig Manufacturing Inc. (Virnig) is recalling certain 2025 TR-HDD-1414 and TR-RHDD-1409 trailers. The bearing lock nuts may have been improperly installed, causing the bearing nuts to fail.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A bearing lock nut failure can cause the tire to detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the bearing lock nuts, free of charge. All trailers were repaired by October 28, 2025. Owners may contact Virnig customer service at 1-800-648-2408.
Report filed by Virnig Manufacturing Inc.. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
25E071000Received . 406,290 units.
Wheels
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels sold as accessories for 2016-2021 Civic vehicles. A manufacturing error may allow the wheels to detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel detachment can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the wheels and replace the hubs and wheels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is MMZ. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025.
Report filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.). Manufacturer campaign number MMZ. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
25E062000Received . 396 units.
Wheels / Hubcap/Cover
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Medix Specialty Vehicles, Inc. (Medix) is recalling certain Phoenix Quick Liner Wheel Covers installed, with the clip-on feature, on Medix Ford Type-III ambulances. The wheel covers may detach during transit.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached cover can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Medix will replace the covers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2025. Owners may contact Medix Specialty Vehicle customer service at 1-574-266-0911.
Report filed by MEDIX SPECIALTY VEHICLES, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
25V380000Received . 5,353 units.
Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
GEM WAEV LLC (GEM) is recalling certain 2022-2025 e2, e4, e6, and eLXD vehicles. The retaining fasteners between the ball joint and the hub strut may have been improperly tightened, which can result in ball joint separation from the wheel.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and tighten the retaining fasteners or replace the ball joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2025. Owners may contact GEM customer service at 1-800-688-8680. This recall replaces NHTSA recall 24V971.
Report filed by GEM WAEV LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 16 make, model and year entries.
25V150000Received . 4 units.
Wheels / Rim
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 EQE 350 4MATIC and EQE 350+ vehicles. The rim inserts may detach from the wheels while driving.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel rim insert detachment can create a hazard for other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the rim inserts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030016.
Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2025030016. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
25V122000Received . 24 units.
Tires
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 HUSK-e XP terminal trucks. The rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard is incorrect and the installed tires and rims may be inadequate for the truck's intended use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An incorrect GAWR and an inadequate tire and rim combination can lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
OEV will replace the federal placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2025. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223.
Report filed by Orange EV. Manufacturer campaign number 2025-SRC-01. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
25V119000Received . 58 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2025 Serenova travel trailers. The axle bearing nut may have been improperly tightened, causing the bearings to overheat.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Overheated bearings can increase the risk of a fire or cause the tire to detach from the travel trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the bearings as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910049.
Report filed by Grand Design RV, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 910049. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
25E011000Received . 72 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
MORryde International, Inc. (MORryde) is recalling certain IST22-008 suspensions installed on Grand Design Serenova travel trailers. The axle bearing nut may have been improperly tightened, causing the bearings to overheat.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Overheated bearings may cause the tire to detach from the travel trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and repair the bearings as needed, free of charge. Owners may contact MORryde customer service at 574-293-1581.
Report filed by MORryde International, Inc.. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
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Recall Register. Wheels: complaints and recalls by model. https://recallregister.com/component/wheels/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, complaint and recall files. Data through .
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- 30 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Which model lines have the most component mentions of Wheels?
- Chevrolet Corvette: 566 mentions. Ford F-250 SD: 284 mentions. Mitsubishi Eclipse: 278 mentions. A model line with more vehicles on the road gets more complaints.
- Which name in the group Wheels do complaints use most often?
- Wheels, with 19,764 mentions. This page lists 8 names of the group.
- What is the component group Wheels?
- NHTSA gives each component a name in levels. The group has each name that starts with Wheels. It has 24,691 component mentions in the complaint file.