NHTSA Recall 02V066000: Wheels
SALEEN PERFORMANCE INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 632 vehicles. It affects 2000–2001 Saleen S281SC.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V066000 |
|---|---|
| Component | WHEELS |
| Report received | March 4, 2002 |
| Owner notification | May 1, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles with bumper numbers between 00-760 to 00-982 and with bumper numbers 01-228 to 01-269, improper heat-treatment of the wheels has occurred. One or more of the spokes on the wheels could crack.
Safety risk
The wheel could separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. All wheels are marked on the inboard flange with production dates. The wheels marked 7/13/00, 7/14/00, 12/7/00, 12/8/00, or 12/9/00, are subject to this recall.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wheels for the production date and will replace all affected wheels. Owner notification began may 1, 2002. 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 saleen at 1-949-597-3837.
Notes
Customers can 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 02V066000
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.