Safety Recall NHTSA · 12E006000 Reported February 21, 2012

Wheels/spoke cracks

Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc. · N/A · 846 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12E006000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
846
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
February 21, 2012

Defect Summary

Hispec wheel and tire, inc. (hispec) is recalling certain 16" split spoke aluminum trailer wheelshispec wheel and tire, inc. (hispec) is recalling certain 16" split spoke aluminum trailer wheels with 6 or 8 lugs. a crack can develop in the spoke of the wheel which can lead to additional cracks and potential failure if the wheel is not removed from service with 6 or 8 lugs. a crack can develop in the spoke of the wheel which can lead to additional cracks and potential failure if the wheel is not removed from service.

Safety Consequence

Should the crack progress to complete failure of the wheel, the entire wheel and tire can separate from the trailer, possibly resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action

Hispec is working with distributors and the vehicle manufacturers to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. all affected wheels will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall began march 2012. owners may contact hispec at 1-800-549-4012.

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 Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 12E006000 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 12E006000

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

What is recall 12E006000?

NHTSA recall 12E006000 was issued by Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc. on February 21, 2012. It addresses: Wheels/spoke cracks. The recall affects approximately 846 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hispec Wheel And Tire, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12E006000 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.