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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 02V066📅 Mar 8, 2002

2000–2001 Saleen S281SC recall: wheels

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger vehicles with bumper numbers between 00-760 to 00-982 and with bumper numbers 01-228 to 01-269, improper heat-treatment of the wheels has occurred. One or more of the spokes on the wheels could crack.

💥 The risk

The wheel could separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. All wheels are marked on the inboard flange with production dates. The wheels marked 7/13/00, 7/14/00, 12/7/00, 12/8/00, or 12/9/00, are subject to this recall.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the wheels for the production date and will replace all affected wheels. Owner notification began may 1, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saleen at 1-949-597-3837.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V066000
Manufacturer
SALEEN PERFORMANCE INC.
Vehicles affected
632
Component
WHEELS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 1, 2002
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V066 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V066?

2000–2001 Saleen S281SC. 632 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Saleen dealer to book the free repair.