Disc-lock Wheel Nuts: Possibility Of Quenching Cracks From Heat Treatment In The Middle Hex Flange Section Of The Wheel Nut

Recalling firm
DISC-LOCK
Product
Vehicles: DISC-LOCK Wheel Nuts. Units affected: 3,000
Reason
As part of the Heat Treatment process quench cracks can occur. These are not normally visible to the human eye. However if the nuts are over torqued during fitment they can appear. Remedy: Customer are being advised to check and replace cracked nuts with a quality assured replacement component.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2004-04-26
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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