The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21E007000·Announced 2021-02-01

Howmet Aerospace Recalls Alcoa High Polish Aluminum Wheels

Howmet Aerospace is recalling specific Alcoa High Polish Aluminum Wheels that may bend or break under load, increasing the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wheels bending or breaking) that can increase the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Howmet Aerospace is recalling certain Alcoa High Polish Aluminum Wheels, part number ULT 397, with a wheel size of 22.5 x 8.25. The recall involves 22 affected units.

Under certain circumstances, these wheels may not be able to support the load, which can cause the wheels to bend or break while in use. Bent or broken wheels can increase the risk of a crash.

The recall began on January 11, 2021. Howmet Aerospace will notify owners and distributors and will replace the wheels free of charge. Owners may contact Howmet Aerospace customer service at 1-800-242-9898 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
WHEELS:RIM recall
Manufacturer
Howmet Aerospace
Category
Vehicle — Wheels
Hazard
Affected units
22

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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