Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V066000 Reported March 4, 2002

Saleen/wheels

Saleen, Inc. · N/A · 632 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V066000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
632
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 4, 2002

Defect Summary

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 Consequence

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.

Corrective Action

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.

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 Saleen, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 02V066000 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 02V066000

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

What is recall 02V066000?

NHTSA recall 02V066000 was issued by Saleen, Inc. on March 4, 2002. It addresses: Saleen/wheels. The recall affects approximately 632 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Saleen, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V066000 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.