The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18E067000·Announced 2018-07-30

TAP Recalls G2 Axle and Gear Wheel Spacers for Missing Hub Rings

TAP Worldwide is recalling G2 Axle and Gear aftermarket wheel spacers that may lack hub-centering rings, potentially causing wheels to wobble or loosen.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where missing components can cause wheels to loosen, explicitly increasing the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

TAP Worldwide, LLC is recalling certain G2 Axle and Gear aftermarket Wheel Spacers, part number G/293-50-200. The recall involves 376 units that may have been shipped without hub-centering rings.

If the hub-centering ring is missing, the wheels may not be centered on the hub properly. This can cause the wheels to wobble and possibly loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.

TAP will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wheel spacers with units equipped with hub-centering rings at no charge. The recall began on October 1, 2018. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417 or by email at [email protected]. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
WHEELS recall
Manufacturer
TAP Worldwide, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Aftermarket Parts
Hazard
Affected units
376

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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