Safety Recall NHTSA · 12E053000 Reported November 23, 2012

Aftermarket aluminum wheels noncompliance

Paccar Incorporated · Wheels · 8,060 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12E053000
Manufacturer Campaign
PPD1202
Manufacturer
Component
Wheels
Vehicles Affected
8,060
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
November 23, 2012

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling certain trp branded aluminum wheels sold for resale in the aftermarket with one of the following part numbers aw2258b, aw2258m, aw2458b, or aw2458m. the rim markings on these wheels were etched to a depth less than the minimum requirements. thus, these wheels fail to conform to the rim marking requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."

Safety Consequence

Without proper rim markings, owners may not be able to identify affected wheels in the event of a wheel recall. defective or noncompliant wheels that are not remedied are at an increased risk of performance failure, and thereby increase the risk of a crash or other safety hazard to motorists.

Corrective Action

Paccar will notify owners and replace the rims free of charge. the safety recall began on february 8, 2013. owners may contact paccar at 1-425-468-7400.

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 Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 12E053000 or campaign PPD1202.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12E053000

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

What is recall 12E053000?

NHTSA recall 12E053000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on November 23, 2012. It addresses: Aftermarket aluminum wheels noncompliance. The recall affects approximately 8,060 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12E053000 or the manufacturer campaign number PPD1202. 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.