NHTSA Recall 00V190001: Rim (wheels)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 143 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Freightliner Business Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V190001 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-262 |
| Component | WHEELS › RIM |
| Report received | July 10, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with accuride 22.5 x 8.25 15 tubeless demountable rims, part no. 32051. Certain rims contain a non-fusion area in the butt-weld of the mounting ring. Under certain circumstances, the defect could develop into a crack on the mounting ring.
Safety risk
Over time, the crack could propagate and if not heeded, could result in mounting ring failure, potentially causing the rim to separate from the vehicle.
Remedy
Accuride will inspect and replace the defective or suspect wheel rims.
Notes
Accuride began notifying owners on june 20, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact accuride customer servie at 1-812-962-5027.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V190001
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.