Precision automotive/rear hub assembly
Defect Summary
Equipment description: rear wheel hub assemblies for aftermarket automobile replacement parts. part nos. 512000, 512001, 513012, 512000v, 512001v, 512002v, 513012v; chicago rawhide part nos.: br930053, br930070, br930089, br930093, and gbr930093 manufactured between may 1, 1999, and august 31, 2000. these hub assemblies have a high stress concentration at the shoulder corner radius which initiates fatigue cracking. failure occurs when the crack grows to the point where the spindle fractures suddenly. the rear wheel of the vehicle attaches directly to the subject hub.
Safety Consequence
Should spindle fracture occur, there is a possibility that the rear wheel will separate from the vehicle and this would most likely occur when the vehicle hits a pothole, during cornering, or other situations where high stress is presented.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the hub.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Precision Automotive Ind., Inc or involving Wheels.
FAQ: Recall 00E056000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00E056000?
NHTSA recall 00E056000 was issued by Precision Automotive Ind., Inc on September 19, 2000. It addresses: Precision automotive/rear hub assembly. The recall affects approximately 19,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Precision Automotive Ind., Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00E056000 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?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.