Component
WHEELS:RIM
1,676 NHTSA complaints about wheels:rim issues across 46 makes and 371 models.
The wheels:rim is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 1,676 filings from 46 manufacturers and 371 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 50 crashes, 5 fires, 39 injuries, and 1 fatality. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE with 198 filings, followed by CHEVROLET CORVETTE and CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE | 198 |
| 2 | CHEVROLET CORVETTE | 56 |
| 3 | CHRYSLER PT CRUISER | 54 |
| 4 | CHRYSLER SEBRING | 50 |
| 5 | FORD CVPI | 49 |
| 6 | FORD WINDSTAR | 46 |
| 7 | MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER | 39 |
| 8 | FORD FOCUS | 29 |
| 9 | FORD F-150 | 29 |
| 10 | CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 26 |
| 11 | FORD EXPLORER | 25 |
| 12 | CHRYSLER 300M | 25 |
| 13 | FORD F-350 | 22 |
| 14 | FORD CROWN VICTORIA | 21 |
| 15 | CHEVROLET LUMINA | 20 |
| 16 | PONTIAC GRAND PRIX | 17 |
| 17 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 16 |
| 18 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 15 |
| 19 | FORD TAURUS | 15 |
| 20 | DODGE RAM 2500 | 15 |
| 21 | PONTIAC GRAND AM | 14 |
| 22 | KIA RIO | 14 |
| 23 | CHEVROLET MALIBU | 14 |
| 24 | BUICK REGAL | 14 |
| 25 | HONDA ACCORD | 13 |
| 26 | FORD AEROSTAR | 13 |
| 27 | CHRYSLER LHS | 12 |
| 28 | MITSUBISHI 3000GT | 11 |
| 29 | TOYOTA SIENNA | 10 |
| 30 | JAGUAR X-TYPE | 9 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2021 Infinity Q50. The contact stated that the vehicle was recently purchased from a dealer. When the vehicle was purchased, the tires were replaced. The vehicle was later taken to
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact purchased four aftermarket steel rims for the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to have the rims balanced, and the contact was advised by the technician th
The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sedona. While driving approximately 30 MPH on a main road, the steering wheel started shaking abnormally and became difficult to control. The vehicle was driven to a tire s
The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the TPMS displayed that the PSI of the tires was low. Additionally, a notification advising that the veh
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the rear passenger's side tire became flat, and the front passenger's side tire lost a significant amount of air pressu
The contact owns a 2024 BMW XM. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated. Roadside Assistance towed the vehicle to a dealer to be dia
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon. The contact noticed that the chrome on the rims of the vehicle was oxidized. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the rims. The manufacturer
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a slow leak in the passengerâs side rear wheel. The contact stated that air was added two
The contact owned a 2012 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while his son was driving 40 MPH, the rear driver-side wheel rim detached. The traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated
The contact owns a 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the steering wheel was turned to the right to follow a sharp bend in the road, and the vehicle tu
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The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS450. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side front tire had a blowout. The contact stated that the failure had occurred bec
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front tires became low on air. The contact noticed that the wheels were cracked. There were no
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The stated that the passenger's side rear tire was continuously loosing air. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the rear passe
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rims were inspected, and the contact became aware that the rims were cracked in five locations. Ad
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it was discovered that the air pressure in all four tires were consistently decreasing; the contact also notic
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS53. The contact stated that the passengerâs side rear rim was cracked. The passengerâs side front rim was also cracked. The contact stated that the tire pr
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Outback. The contact stated upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed all 4 wheels showed signs of cracks on the rims and spokes. The low-pressure tire warning light had i
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Flex. The contact stated that the passengerâs side rear wheel was corroded and leaking air. The TPMS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local de
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Camry equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Energy Saver A/S, Tire Size: 215/55/R17, DOT Number: 1653F. The contact stated while his wife was driving 70 MPH with him
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.