Mangels/wheel cracks due to overloading
Defect Summary
Equipment description: 16"x7.5" 8-lug x 165.1 mm wheels: series 961, dragon chromed wheel; series 960, dragon polished wheel; series 96, dragon painted wheel; series 931, gemini chromed wheel; series 930, gemini polished wheel; and series 93, gemini painted wheel. cracks in the wheels can develop if they are heavily loaded. these wheels were manufactured from september 1995 to july 1998.
Safety Consequence
Mangels has determined that the actual maximum load rating for each of the wheels is lower than the wheel's published maximum load rating. in the event that the wheel is loaded in excess of its actual load rating, the possibility exists that the wheel could crack at the spoke or drop center, resulting in a crash which could cause injury.
Corrective Action
Mangels will replace the dragon and gemini 8-lug wheels with wheels having actual load ratings appropriate for the vehicles on which they are used free of charge. customers will be instructed to contact their local retailer for service.
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FAQ: Recall 00E024000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00E024000?
NHTSA recall 00E024000 was issued by Mangels Usa Corporation on June 2, 2000. It addresses: Mangels/wheel cracks due to overloading. The recall affects approximately 795 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mangels Usa Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00E024000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
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