Accuride/aluminum dual wheels
Defect Summary
Equipment description: aftermarket aluminum dual wheels, 22.5x8.25, one-piece, tubeless. certain design revisions combined with process conditions caused fatigue cracks in these wheels.
Safety Consequence
This condition can cause failure of these wheels.
Corrective Action
Accuride/kaiser will replace these wheels.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Accuride Corporation or involving Wheels.
FAQ: Recall 98E012000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98E012000?
NHTSA recall 98E012000 was issued by Accuride Corporation on April 21, 1998. It addresses: Accuride/aluminum dual wheels. The recall affects approximately 47,919 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Accuride Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98E012000 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.