Recall 80V-098: 1978–1980 Zieman Zieman

ZIEMAN MFG. CO. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Jul 24, 1980, covering about 80 vehicles.

NHTSA number
80V-098
Report date
Jul 24, 1980
Vehicles affected
80
Owners notified
Sep 8, 1980

The problem

The spider assemblies welded to rim of the wheels of certain vehicles may be subject to failure, either by bending of the inside disc (Spider) or by circumferential fatigue cracking of the hat section of the spider.

The fix

Wheels will be replaced without charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: trailers with a gvwr of 7500 lbs. Equipped with weldwheelwheels.system: wheels; disc, spider.consequences of defect: bending or cracking of the spider in the hat sectionmay cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall details

ManufacturerZIEMAN MFG. CO.
ComponentWheels › Hubcap/Cover
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number80V098000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Zieman Zieman1978, 1979, 1980All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 80V-098?

The spider assemblies welded to rim of the wheels of certain vehicles may be subject to failure, either by bending of the inside disc (Spider) or by circumferential fatigue cracking of the hat section of the spider.

How is recall 80V-098 fixed?

Wheels will be replaced without charge to owner.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.