NHTSA Recall 02V235000: Wheels
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 100 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Subaru Legacy.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V235000 |
|---|---|
| Component | WHEELS |
| Report received | September 5, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 12, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 6-cylinder engines, the aluminum wheels may have an off-center diameter.
Safety risk
This can result in the eventual loosening of the wheel hub-nuts during vehicle usage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all 4 aluminum wheels. Owner notification began september 12, 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 subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
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 02V235000
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.