NHTSA recall 97E016000 · Equipment
Wheels
Reported Jun 2, 19971,051 vehicles affectedBOYDS WHEELSBuilt Jan 1, 1996 – Oct 31, 1996
The defect
Equipment description: 401 and 402 omega series dualie aluminum wheel, an aftermarket wheel for use on ford, dodge and chevrolet dual wheel pickup trucks. these wheels can crack where the bolt pattern meets the center bore.
The risk
This defect could result in a loss of vehicle control.
The remedy
Boyds will offer a full refund for these wheels, including any costs associated with the installation, labor, mounting, and balancing of the replacement wheels and vehicle towing.