Safety Recall NHTSA · 97E021000 Reported June 25, 1997

Webb wheel/steer axle hubs

Webb Wheel Products, Inc. · Suspension · 4,982 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
97E021000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
4,982
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
June 25, 1997

Defect Summary

Equipment description: steer axle hubs for use on trucks and tractors, part numbers webb 1530, volvo 90402-0006, or eaton f1960. these hubs were sold to and installed on new vehicles manufactured by volvo gm heavy truck corporation. the steering axle hub flange can fracture and separate from the barrel portion of the hub.

Safety Consequence

Loss of steering can occur and the wheel can separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or property damage.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the hub for cracks on the outside or inside of the hub flange and replace these hubs.

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 Webb Wheel Products, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 97E021000 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 97E021000

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

What is recall 97E021000?

NHTSA recall 97E021000 was issued by Webb Wheel Products, Inc. on June 25, 1997. It addresses: Webb wheel/steer axle hubs. The recall affects approximately 4,982 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Webb Wheel Products, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97E021000 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.