Safety Recall NHTSA · 99E013000 Reported May 3, 1999

Alcoa/wheels

Alcoa Al. Co. Of Amer. · Wheels · 17 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99E013000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Wheels
Vehicles Affected
17
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
May 3, 1999

Defect Summary

Equipment description: forged aluminum bus wheels, size 22.5" x 8.25", part no. 883613, and shipped to oems. these wheels are below design specifications and internal requirements which can cause the unsupported open end of the wheel to deform, resulting in sudden loss of air.

Safety Consequence

Loss of air pressure and possible tire/rim separation from the vehicle could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Alcoa will replace these wheels.

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 Alcoa Al. Co. Of Amer. dealer and reference recall ID 99E013000 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 99E013000

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

What is recall 99E013000?

NHTSA recall 99E013000 was issued by Alcoa Al. Co. Of Amer. on May 3, 1999. It addresses: Alcoa/wheels. The recall affects approximately 17 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Alcoa Al. Co. Of Amer. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99E013000 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.