9999 HISPEC ALUMINUM TRAILER WHEEL Recall

Campaign:: 12E006000 on 02/21/2012
Component:: Wheels
Affected:: 846
Defect:: Hispec wheel and tire, inc. (hispec) is recalling certain 16" split spoke aluminum trailer wheelshispec wheel and tire, inc. (hispec) is recalling certain 16" split spoke aluminum trailer wheels with 6 or 8 lugs. a crack can develop in the spoke of the wheel which can lead to additional cracks and potential failure if the wheel is not removed from service with 6 or 8 lugs. a crack can develop in the spoke of the wheel which can lead to additional cracks and potential failure if the wheel is not removed from service.
Consequence:: Should the crack progress to complete failure of the wheel, the entire wheel and tire can separate from the trailer, possibly resulting in a crash.
Correction:: Hispec is working with distributors and the vehicle manufacturers to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. all affected wheels will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall began march 2012. owners may contact hispec at 1-800-549-4012.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .