Safety Recall NHTSA · 02E060000 Reported November 21, 2002

Hayes lemmerz/trailer wheels

Maxion Wheels/hayes Lemmerz · N/A · 40,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02E060000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Maxion Wheels/hayes Lemmerz
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
40,000
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
November 21, 2002

Defect Summary

Eight spoke trailer wheels and modula trailer wheels. the defect is due to an incorrect label that was placed on the trailer wheels during production from september 2001 through february 2002. the incorrect label advises users to torque cone nuts to 175-225 lb-ft and flange nuts to 275-325 lb-ft. the correct label advises the users to torque wheel nuts to 90-120 lb-ft.

Safety Consequence

If the user torques the nuts in accordance with the incorrect label, the nuts could deform the mounting area of the trailer wheel and allow the trailer wheel to loosen. the trailer wheel could come off, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Hayes lemmerz will notify its customers and provide remedy free of charge. if the nuts on the trailer wheels have not been over torgued, correct labels will be provided to be permanently affixed over the incorrect label. if the wheels have been over torqued, new parts will be installed free of charge. owner notification is expected to begin during december 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 hayes lemmerz at 800-236-2804.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Maxion Wheels/hayes Lemmerz dealer and reference recall ID 02E060000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02E060000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02E060000?

NHTSA recall 02E060000 was issued by Maxion Wheels/hayes Lemmerz on November 21, 2002. It addresses: Hayes lemmerz/trailer wheels. The recall affects approximately 40,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Maxion Wheels/hayes Lemmerz dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02E060000 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.