Wheel Bolts Problems in popular cars
Wheel Bolts problem is a common vehicle problem that happens to most car brands and models. The following is a sample list of Wheel Bolts problems reported in most popular vehicles.
Wheel Bolts problem of Chevrolet Tahoe
The car involved was a 9999 Chevrolet Tahoe. Cpsc: i13a0240a. Lug nuts. Consumer stated he purchased wheels for his truck and the lug nuts he were given was wrong and not safe for the weight of the car and can not be torqued correctly. . This wheel bolts issue occurred Oct. 11, 2013.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Chevrolet Impala
The vehicle was a 2012 Chevrolet Impala. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 2G1WC5E34C_. I was rotating the tires at home. When replacing the wheels I started and snagged the lug nuts by hand. I went to torque the lug nuts to specifications (100 foot pounds) using a torque wrench. One of the right front lug nuts would not stop turning way before reaching the specified torque. As I continued to turn the wrench, the stud snapped off. One of the lugs/studs next to it also felt suspicious. I took it to the dealer and had all studs and lugs replaced on that wheel as I am afraid there may be a bad batch of studs. The parts have been saved if needed for testing. I was a mechanic in the 1960's and have been doing this work on my own and family vehicles since then. I can not recall ever snapping a stud before. This wheel bolts problem happened on 06/09/2012.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Chrysler Town & Country
The car involved is a 2012 Chrysler town and country. Consumer has a 2012 Chrysler town and country. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact heard a loud screeching sound from under the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle the contact noticed that the front passenger side tie rod disconnected and the other three wheels were pointing forward. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the technicians replaced the tie rod. They also advised that a lug nut was not tightened correctly. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 2,766. Updated 04/10/lj
updated 04/16/12. The failure date was Tue., Feb. 28, 2012.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Chrysler Sebring
The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 3C3EL55H4V_. 2000 Chrysler Sebring, unit 1 was traveling westbound on the ohio turnpike in the left lane. The right front wheel fell off the right front axle of unit1 causing damage to the right front fender. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0306-90). It was Tuesday, May 17, 2011 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Dodge Ram 1500
Cpsc#i1270494a. 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. Consumer stated as he was driving, the tire pressure sensor light came on, and within a few seconds his front driver side tire was completely flat. The consumer stated after removing the tire, he took it to a repair shop and was told it was common with his make/model. Apparently, the nut on the outside of the rim, that secured the valve stem and sensor to the wheel was prone to corrosion. When it was corroded enough, the valve stem loosened into the tire allowing all of the air to escape, allowing the tire to go flat. The failure date was Jun. 30, 2012.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Dodge Ram 1500
The VIN of the problem Ram 1500 is 1D7HU18P37_. The owner has a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. While the vehicle was parked at an independent mechanic for a tire rotation the mechanic stated the lug nuts could not be removed due to rust. The lug nut caps swelled and the wrench the vehicle was equipped with would not fit over the lug nuts. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the warranty would not cover the repair cost. The approximate failure mileage was 36,000. Updated 11/08/lj
the decorative cap, over the lug nut is was too large due to the inside lug nut rusting. The factory lug nut wrench won't fit the lug nut. Updated 11/14/11. This problem occurred on Wed., Sep. 21, 2011.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Ford Windstar
The car involved was a 2000 Ford Windstar. The car had a crash. The VIN of this vehicle is 2FMDA5346Y_. Traveling 70 mph on the front driver side tire, rim, and all lugnuts just flew off. I went into a ditch. Major damage. I am discovering that this is a common issue with these vans and I plan to sue Ford. This problem occurred on 08/28/2012.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Ford Fusion
Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is 3FAHP0HA1B_. The owner has a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact received the recall notice associated with NHTSA campaign id number 11v574000 (wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts), but the dealer did not have the necessary parts to perform the repairs. The manufacturer was notified, but stated that the parts would not be shipped to that dealer location. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 40,000. Updated 02/29/12. This issue happened on December 1, 2011.
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Wheel Bolts problem of GMC Yukon
The vehicle is a 2005 GMC Yukon denali. Crash was involved with the GMC Yukon denali. On 23 March 2005 at 6:30am, I was driving my 2005 Yukon denali in a 15mph school zone on a military post when my driver's side rear tire came off. When I skidded to the side of the road and got out, I noticed that one of the lugs was broken off. This was the cause of my wheel coming off. I was only driving between 10-15mph. I was the only one in the vehicle and there were no injuries. When the tire came off the vehicle, 2 cars in oncoming traffic had to swirve to miss it. When I called the dealership (cutter Dodge/GMC in waipahu, hi) the finance manager told me to call the service department. I purchased my vehicle on 05 March 2005 as a demo. I haven't had the vehicle for even 3 weeks. When I talked with my insurance company on the phone, they told me to check with the service department to see if it was covered under warranty since it was a new vehicle. When I towed the vehicle to the service department, they told me it would take like an hour to do an assessment on everything to see how the problem occurred. If I was on the highway going 55mph, I could have lost my life!!! the service manager after 2 hours said that I would be granted a rental car for the day, and they would have to do an investigation. Today, 24 March 2005 when I went to the service station, they told me that they would take care of all the damages that were caused to the rotor/body/axel or shaft. They extended my rental until Monday. At this moment, I do not feel safe in this vehicle. I paid over $53,000 for this vehicle. I want another vehicle. They can have this vehicle back and get me another one just like it!!!! I will do whatever it takes to get another vehicle. Either I will go to the better business bureau, GMC, or the local news. Just like I said, I do not feel safe driving in this vehicle!!!!!!!. The failure date was Wed., Mar. 23, 2005.
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Wheel Bolts problem of GMC Yukon
While getting a new set of tires on my 1999 GMC Yukon, 58000 miles, the lug nuts on the right front and left front wheels would not tighten. The mechanic was using a torque wrench to tighten the lugs. Four lugs on the left front and two lugs on the right front began to stress and to kneck down. I instructed the mechanic to cease and to remove the wheels from the vehicle. There was definite evidence of knecking and the lugs appeare to be very malleble. I had the lugs replaced with new lugs, and retained the lugs that were removed from the vehicle. I am a structural engineer and in my mid 60's. I have never seen the quantity of lugs from one wheel be so soft. I am the second owner of the vehicle and have been driving it since the last week of June, 2005. I believe the tires that I replaced were original equipment and this was the first time that they were off the vehicle. I believe that the Yukon was manufactured in wisconsin. This wheel bolts issue occurred Tuesday, Jul. 19, 2005.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Acura TL
The vehicle involved is a 2003 Acura Tl. 2003 Acura 3. 2tl, unit 1 was traveling westbound on the ohio turnpike when it lost the left front wheel, while attempting to enter the great lakes plaza. There was damage to the left front wheel, left front rotor, left front fender and undercarriage. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0344-91). It was May. 25, 2011 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Honda Passport
The vehicle involved was a 1997 Honda Passport. The VIN of this vehicle was 4S6CK58V6V_. Lug nuts/studs/wheel hubs are made of soft steel or low hardness steel resulting in premature rusting and damage. It was 10/26/1998 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Honda Passport
The car involved is a 1996 Honda Passport. The VIN of this vehicle is 4S6CK58V0T_. Lugs: nuts: bolts have stripped during normal operation eleven times since the purchase of the vehicle. If I have a flat, I would not be able to change the tire as the lug could not be removed. The dealer in lake charles advises it is a definite safety hazard, describing the lugs as "cheap. " however, Honda does not have replacement lugs. Further, I do not know when the lugs strip or how many strip on a wheel. As many as three have been replaced at one time. While unlikely, it seems possible that several lugs could strip on one wheel, weakening the wheel connection to the hub. Honda refuses to pay for the cost to replace the lugs now that the vehicle is out of warranty. This SUV is mainly used by my wife to run errands. It is a two wheel drive vehicle that is not taken off road. I believe this to be a safety hazard and am concerned taking the vehicle on road trips with my family inside. Please respond to my complaint. Thank you. Hall jones, lake charles, louisiana. It was Monday, November 4, 1996 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Hyundai Tiburon
The car involved is a 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. While driving at highway speeds front right wheel detached from the vehicle. Driver was able to get the vehicle to the side of the road without incident. Driver found the tire fully inflated but the lugs nuts were completely gone. Manufacturer indicated to the consumer that the incident will be investigated. This wheel bolts issue occurred January 19, 2004.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Hyundai Tiburon
The car involved is a 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. While driving at 70 mph the lugs broke, and wheel separated from the vehicle.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Infiniti QX4
The car was a 1999 Infiniti Qx4. 1999 infinity Qx4 left rear wheel separated from vehicle. The vehicle's left rear quarter panel was scuffed and the left rear tire/rim was damaged (ohio traffic crash report). The tires had been rotated 30 days prior to the incident. The dealer accepted responsibility for the incident when they saw pictures of the damaged area. The vehicle was repaired at no charge. This wheel bolts issue occurred 04/10/05.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Infiniti QX4
The vehicle involved is a 1997 Infiniti Qx4. 1997 infinity Qx4 lost left front wheel. One of the lug studs snapped off. The failure date was 05/22/05.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Jeep Wrangler
The car involved is a 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-dr 4x4. During a routine wheel rotation, I was alerted to all 4 of the nuts that secure the tire pressure monitors (and the valve stems) being cracked along their lengths. If only one had been cracked, I would consider it odd, but all 4 means an obvious and extremely dangerous defect. When (not if) one fell one fell off, it would lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and, very likely, an accident. This is a low mileage vehicle that has had no abuse, damage, or accidents that might have caused the cracks to occur. It was Mon., Aug. 20, 2012 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler. Consumer writes in regards to mechanical problems and brake line routing defect
the consumer stated the first problem he had with the vehicle was the transmission. It began failing to engage and shifting out of gear. The dealer discovered that the transmission oil filter had not been installed and was lying on the bottom of the transmission oil pan. In January 2011, while driving at highway speeds, the consumer began to experience intermittent violent shaking of the entire vehicle, which seemed to be originating from the front end. The consumer stated it felt as though a wheel was loose. The consumer went to a repair shop, where the tie rod and pitman were replaced. Two weeks later, the shaking occurred again and soon it became increasingly violent ,making it nearly impossible to control the vehicle and stay in his lane. The consumer returned to the repair shop where they replaced the steering damper, which seemed to correct the problem for awhile. In July, the consumer took the vehicle for a routine maintenance check. While checking the front end, the mechanic was able to get two full turns on a nut on the track bar. Since then, the shaking has not occurred. The consumer stated as he approached a line of vehicles stopped at a light, he attempted to apply the brake, but it went soft and to the floor. An inspection revealed a hole in the brake line above the right front wheel, where the line left the wheel well and went into the engine compartment. The hole was caused by rubbing on the line by the edge of the plastic wheel well lining. This wheel bolts issue occurred 02/01/2012.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Land Rover Discovery
The car is a 1996 Land Rover Discovery. While driving 30mph driver's front wheel fell off due to lugs: nuts shearing off. Steering wheel shook violently. Wheel hit vehicle after it came off. It was Wednesday, Jun. 23, 1999 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Land Rover Discovery
The vehicle was a 1996 Land Rover Discovery. While driving 30 mph (en route to the interstate), my steering wheel began shaking violently. As I prepared to pull over to investigate, the lugs: nuts on my front left wheel flew across the road and shortly thereafter, the entire wheel flew off. The wheel bounced against the left front panel of the vehicle causing the damage mentioned in this report. I had previously taken my vehicle in for service to Land Rover of winnetka in winnetka, illinois complaining of a shaking steering wheel at speeds over 45 mph. It was Wednesday, June 23, 1999 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Lexus LS
The vehicle involved is a 2002 Lexus Ls. The VIN of this vehicle is JTHBN30F22_. On 9/6/2007 I had a flat tire. I took it to the tire place, I bought a new tire that they installed. As I drove away I heard a clicking sound and I went back to the store. Two studs were backed up a little and loosened the nuts. On 11/23/2007 I had to replace two tires. I tightened the studs. I drove several hundred miles and then on 11/29/2007 I was on the freeway and suddenly the car was shaking and hard to control. I reduced speed and pulled onto the shoulder. I called for a tow truck and towed the car to the Lexus dealer. All the nuts were broken on the drivers side rear tire. When the tow truck delivered the car, there were three nuts on the ground from my car. The Lexus dealer replaced nuts, springs, hub and bearing assembly, disc pad pin, disc cylinder assy. Disc brake pad kit, flage bolt, park lever sub-assy. I have all parts that were replaced. This wheel bolts issue occurred Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Lexus LS
The vehicle was a 2002 Lexus Ls430. The contact stated that the tire made a squeaking noise after it was replaced. The noise was caused by loose bolts. The noise recurred two months ago and could possibly result from a manufacturer defect with the tire bolts and the wheel assembly. The vehicle would shake very violently while driving various speeds. The contact pulled over and noticed all of the bolts and nuts on the ground. He has paid $3,000 in repair costs. The failure mileage was 72,000 and current mileage was 77,000. It was Oct. 9, 2007 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Lincoln Town Car
The car involved was a 2001 Lincoln Town Car. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1L1FM81W51_. Wheel lugs: studs broke off at the hub, vehicle was been driven on a extended charter as this vehicle is a limousine. The vehicle had been driven over the weekend on numerous trips as the client had the vehicle on charter for 2 days. The driver notice that the steering wheel started to shimmy even at low speeds. We have had the same scenario happen on another vehicle before. The nuts on the studs are treaded as though the wheel would still be tight on the hub. No sign of the vehicle being tampered with. This wheel bolts issue occurred Sun., Aug. 18, 2002.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Lincoln Navigator
Vehicle identification number (VIN): 5LMFU285X6_. 2006 Lincoln Navigator owned or leased by my daughter/son in law almost lost left rear wheel on January 27, 2008. Upon inspection, left rear wheel was found to be loose. When hub cap was removed it was discovered that two of the threaded wheel lugs had broken off with the lug nuts still on the broken part of the studs. The other four lug nuts where loose. This vehicle was carrying three baby girls (triplets) and their mother and father when this incident occurred. The vehicle was within a minute or so of loosing the wheel. With potentially disastrous results. The wheel studs should never have separated even if they were overtightened. The threads should have stripped first. Wheel studs may have been defective and this should be investigated. Vehicle was returned to dealership for repair. This problem occurred on 01/27/2008.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mazda Tribute
The VIN of this vehicle was 4F2CZ96145_. Vehicle: 2005 Mazda Tribute all wheel drive with 36,937 miles - equipped with 16 inch alloy wheels. Problem: two of the four wheel rims are cracking at the lug nut holes (right side of the vehicle), the left side wheels have yet to be inspected. When a routine tire rotation was performed, the wheels were reinstalled and torqued (using a click type torque wrench) to the manufacturers specification of 100 ft/lbs. As torque was applied, the lug nuts felt as though they were stripped, and some lug nuts actually pulled themselves further into the rim than the others as tightening occurred. Subsequent removal of the right side wheels revealed deformed lug nuts, and cracks on both rims at the lug nut holes, from 1/4 long, described by the examining technician as making the vehicle unsafe. The wheels on the left side of the vehicle have yet to be inspected. Mazda USA notified, they will tow the vehicle to a Mazda dealer for an evaluation. I have written a letter to Mazda USA outlining the problem in more detail, copy will be sent to NHTSA/odi under separate cover. Updated 05/06/10. It was Wednesday, April 7, 2010 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mazda Protege
2001 Mazda Protege left front tire detached from vehicle. Prior to the wheel coming off the consumer heard a noise and slowed down but before she could stop the wheel came off. The vehicle came to rest in a ditch then was later able to pull onto the right berm. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front tire and mount, left front quarter panel and driver's door (ohio traffic crash report). This wheel bolts problem happened on 03/29/2005.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mercedes Benz ML320
The vehicle was a 2000 Mercedes Benz Ml320. Crash was involved with the Mercedes Benz Ml320. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 4JGAB54E7Y_. Vehicle was always being serviced and the air bags failed to deploy in a severe accident. The consumer was struck by another driver and caused damage on both sides of the vehicle. Both sides of the doors were smashed and there was extensive damage in the passenger's cabin. Other problems are as followed: the engine light was on, engine low level oil light had come on, when the right front and left rear windows were erratic when going down, the cigarette lighter was inoperative, the rear cargo accessory plug was inoperative, the trim on the left side of the left front seat cracked, there was a buldge on the right rear tire, lug bolts were missing on the right rear wheel and the rear pads needed to be replaced, there was a noise heard in the rear when going over bumps, the power supply plug in the rear cargo area was inoperative, the light behind the climate control panel was inoperative, the left front window was intermittent, the left front park light was inoperative, the left front door was not closing due to the latching, the rear electrical plug in the rear cargo area was inoperative, the material on the center console wrinkled, the sunroof would bind when opened, the rear tire had a knot on the sidewall, when the vehicle was filled with fuel the fuel gauge would go down, there was a noise in he right front wheel when driven at low speeds, there was a whining noise when turning the steering wheel and the steering was stiff.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mercedes Benz ML320
The car involved is a 2000 Mercedes Benz Ml320. Vehicle identification number (VIN): 4JGAB54E9Y_. 2000 mercedes-benz Ml320, left front wheel became detached from the axle. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0239-90. It was Wednesday, Apr. 28, 2010 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mercury Milan
The car was a 2010 Mercury Milan. No incident to report. . . Yet. This complaint is re safety recall notice 11s23 (NHTSA campaign id number 11v574000. ) as noted in the "remedy" section, Ford notified me of the recall; on February 6th, the dealer (brandon Ford in florida) inspected the vehicle and determined that replacement was necessary. Brandon Ford did not have the necessary parts in stock; I was told they would call when they arrived. On March 15th, still with a defective vehicle, I contacted brandon Ford again and explained that I had to drive the vehicle back to michigan on April 13th. Today (3/16), I was told that they still do not have the parts and don't know when they'll get them. [xxx] at brandon Ford told me that I (not them, not Ford) could try other dealers or call the Ford customer service # (I guess I have to. ) two months should be more than enough time to fix their problem. So although a "remedy" has been outlined in the NHTSA database, there appears to be no concern by Ford to actually implement and no follow-up by NHTSA to verify that Ford fixes the problem. I'm afraid to drive the car from florida to michigan. It needs to be fixed (without me having to call all over florida looking for a part to replace their defective part) or they need to give me a loaner car. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). This wheel bolts issue occurred 02/06/2012.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mercury Villager
The VIN of the car is 4M22ZV1119_. 1998 Mercury Villager's front left wheel came off of the vehicle. The wheel bounced over the center wall and the vehicle drove off the right side of the road to a controlled stop. The front left fender was dented and scraped as well as the lower portion of the driver's door. The left front wheel lug nuts sheared off, one was still partially intact. This wheel bolts problem happened on July 26, 2006.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mitsubishi Montero Sport
The vehicle involved was a 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is JA4LS21H0Y_. After changing the tire and then replacing the spare for the fixed tire, the wheel lug nut on the front passenger side of the vehicle broke off. This is the second time this has occurred. The wheel screws are also all rusted and the lug nuts have a tendency to get bent when trying to remove them. The last time I had to pay for the screw replacement. I will go to the dealer tomorrow to discuss the second incident. The lug nuts appear to be made of aluminum or other soft metal and easily bend. All the wheel screws have rusted. This issue happened on 09/21/05.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Mitsubishi Montero
The VIN of this Montero is JA4NW51S53_. The reporting person owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. The contact was rotating the tires when he noticed one of the studs on the rear passenger wheel was fractured. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where the stud was replaced. The same failure has since recurred two additional times on the rear passenger side wheel in which the studs were replaced by the same independent mechanic. The failure mileage was 83,000 and the current mileage was 86,900. This wheel bolts problem happened on Thu., Apr. 1, 2010.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Nissan Xterra
The car was a 2002 Nissan Xterra. The right rear wheel separated from the axle. The nuts and bolts had loosened and fallen off. While driving down an off road path, the vehicle suddenly stopped. The emergency brake had engaged. The consumer noticed the tire shifted outside of the tire well about 2 inches. As the consumer examined under the vehicle, he noticed that of the 4 bolts holding the wheel to the axle only one remained and didn't have a nut holding it. (all four nuts had loosened to the point of falling off) at a slow speed on a gravel surface it had broken the brake line, parking brake, and various parts of the brake drum. This problem occurred on 09/08/02.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Nissan Xterra
The car is a 2000 Nissan Xterra. VIN of the vehicle was 5N1ED28T8Y_. 3 of the 6 studs and 5 of the 6 lug nuts came off of the tire( dot number: 0215042 tire size: p265/70r15 ). This wheel bolts problem happened on 08/11/2000.
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Wheel Bolts problem of SAAB 95
The car involved is a 2001 SAAB 9-5. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is YS3ED48E21_. I own a 2000 SAAB 9-3 and a 2001 SAAB 9-5. I hav had the lug nuts replaced on my 9-5 twice due to excessive rusting. The dealer replaced the nuts with the identical type. After complaining about these continuing to rust they said, just bring the car back and they will continue to replce them. Both of my cars are experiencing the same problem. I have spoken with other SAAB owners who are frustrated by the same issue. All where concerned that the lug nuts would weaken over time and fail causing an accident. I am looking for a permanent fix with a lug nut that will not rust / fail. None of my other cars (other brands) have evry had this problem. Clearly they are either mis-manufactered or not speced properly. Your assistance is requested to remedy this situation, with a permanent fix. This problem occurred on Tuesday, Jul. 12, 2005.
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Wheel Bolts problem of SAAB 95
The VIN of this 95 is YS3ED48E11_. Consumer has a 2001 SAAB 95. Was not notified of a recall. The contact took the vehicle to dealer for service and repair. The invoice stated that there was not a recall. The service department replaced lugs: bolts. The contact was unaware of this recall. It was Sep. 29, 2005 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Saturn VUE
The car is a 2003 Saturn Vue. While driving 55 mph consumer heard a loud popping noise. As a result, tire was leaning outward. Dealer stated the lugs nuts came loose. Also, when applying the brakes vehicle wobbled from side to side. The failure date was Apr. 5, 2005.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Saturn VUE
The car was a 2003 Saturn Vue. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 5GZCZ33DX3_. The contact stated the right rear wheel came off the vehicle after all of the studs came off. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. There was a recall for the rear suspension in January, and they found one of the studs broke, and repaired it. The dealership stated this is happened because the tires on the vehicle were not the factory tires and needed longer studs. The wheel bearing was damaged, but the dealership has not given the contact a report of the damages. A police report was taken at the scene. Updated 12/07/05. It was 11/20/05 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Subaru Outback
Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is 4S4BP61C57_. The vehicle was a 2007 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for routine maintenance when he was informed that the rear driver side lug studs exhibited stress fractures. The manufacturer advised the contact to have the dealer perform a diagnostic to determine the failure. The contact stated the vehicle had already been diagnosed by the previous authorized dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 69,000. This wheel bolts issue occurred 08/22/2010.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Subaru Outback
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 4S3BH68693_. 2003 Subaru Outback impreza was on the ohio turnpike when the rear lug nuts broke causing the tire to come off of the vehicle. The consumer stated the tires had been rotated 1 week prior. Ohio traffic crash report# 10-0773-90. This issue happened on Monday, Aug. 31, 2009.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Suzuki Grand Vitara
The VIN of this Grand Vitara is JS3TE94156_. The vehicle involved is a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact noticed that his vehicle was missing a lug nut on the right rear tire. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and inspected where it was determined that the lug nut sheered off of bolt and the vehicle was repaired at no cost. One year later the contact noticed that the left rear tire lug nut sheered off of the tire; however, a local mechanic stated that the lug nut had not sheered off of the bolt and billed the contact $60. 00 to repair the tire . The contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 23,000 and the current mileage was 29,594. It was Thursday, September 11, 2008 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Suzuki Grand Vitara
The vehicle involved is a 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. Consumer letter regarding the poor sales and service ethics of the Suzuki dealership. ** answer required***. When the consumer purchased the vehicle the remote for the door locks did not work. A new one was ordered which the consumer had to pay for. The vehicle did not come with an owner's manual and the consumer had to pay for a new one. The air conditioner did not work. While driving the consumer heard a thumping noise. The consumer's husband checked the vehicle and found that two lug nuts on the driver's side rear tire were missing and the three others were loose. The other wheels were check and they too has loose lug nuts. This problem occurred on Apr. 18, 2005.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Toyota Tacoma
The vehicle involved is a 2005 Toyota Tacoma. The VIN of this vehicle was 3TMKU72N95_. As the driver approached a red light, there was a loud noise. He planned to get through the intersection, pull over to investigate. When the light turned green, he accelerated and the front left wheel popped off the axle and rolled away. The truck fell and hit the pavement. Upon investigation it was determined that three lugs broke off simultaneously and were not located at the scene. Two lugs remained but broke off when the vehicle attempted to move. The vehicle had four new tires installed on 12/27/12, and oil change and new brakes installed on 12/31/12. At the time that work was done, the mechanics did not observe any issues with the lugs. The wheels are alloy aftermarket installed by the dealer before the vehicle was sold. The vehicle had just exited the highway when the incident occurred. The policeman on the scene said the driver would not have survived if this happened five minutes earlier when he was still on the highway. Is this incident related to the issues outlined in this case?: NHTSA campaign number:05e077000 vehicle/equipment make:Toyota vehicle/equipment model:20" alloy wheel mfg component desc:wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts mfg involved in recall:Toyota motor north America, inc. Type of report:(e) vehicle mfg responsible for recall:Toyota motor corporation report received date:12-22-05 defect summary: certain Toyota tundra and sequoia trucks equipped with Toyota racing development (trd) 20" alloy wheels sold and installed by Toyota dealers as an aftermarket accessory wheel. Due to a manufacturing error, the lug-nut holes were not machined to the appropriate specification which will reduce thread engagement. These wheels may not maintain the appropriate torque specification required securing the wheel to the vehicle. Consequence summary: this may eventually lead to wheel failure and possibly result in a vehicle crash. It was Friday, January 4, 2013 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Toyota Tundra
The owner has a 2009 Toyota Tundra. While driving approximately 35 mph, the rear wheels detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer and they stated that the failure was caused by mechanical negligence. The dealer also stated that the wheels may not be secure because a special wrench was required to tighten the lug nuts. The contact called the manufacturer and is waiting for a response. The failure and current mileages were 1,100. Updated 06/09/09
the dealer stated the lugs were hard to torque. The consumer contacted the police and filed a report. Updated 06/11/09. This problem occurred on May 9, 2009.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Volkswagen Eurovan
The car involved was a 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan. The VIN of this vehicle is WV3AB47072_. 2002 winnebago mounted on a Volkswagen euro van chassis. Consumer writes in regards to loosing one of the fasteners to a wheel rim the Volkswagen dealer provided the consumer a replacement wheel bolt that was 25% shorted than the factory bolt (30mm long versus the original 40 mm long). When questioned. The parts employee indicated the shorted bolt was specified for the 2002 Eurovan. The consumer then contacted winnebago to see if the Eurovan was modified to handle the extra weights of the motor home, and thus longer wheel bolts were necessary to keep the wheel on the vehicle. Winnebago informed the consumer that chassis questions needed to be referred to Volkswagen. This problem occurred on 11/01/12.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Volkswagen Passat
The vehicle having this issue was a 1999 Volkswagen Passat. While turning a corner, the front drivers side wheel separated from the vehicle. Also while driving 20 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer claims that a bolt sheared off into the transmission. The dealer refused to repair any of the problems associated with this vehicle. This issue happened on Tuesday, Jul. 20, 1999.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Volvo XC90
The car involved was a 2005 Volvo Xc90. The VIN of this vehicle was YV1CZ592X5_. On February 16 of this year, I hit some black ice that caused me to hit a curb sideways. The impact knocked the front driver's side wheel off. The car was towed to the ken garff service department at the southtowne location in sandy, ut where it was "repaired". A free loaner car was given to me, and the charges were covered by my insurance. At that time the car had approx 3700 miles on it. Since that repair I have driven the car approx 5000 miles. I had the 7500 mile service completed at the ken garff downtown slc location around July 15th. At that time, it is my understanding that they check the car over for any and all safety issues. On August 15th, I drove from elko, nv to lakewood, CO, with my 14 month old baby. The 750 mile drive took us via I-70 and the mountains of colorado. On Aug 16th, I drove 1 block from my parent's house to a store, when I was pulling out of the parking place the car wouldn't move. I got out to see what the trouble was and the left front wheel was lying completely sideways. A bolt had come out of the a frame and therefore the wheel fell off. The car was towed to rickenbaugh Volvo in downtown denver to be repaired. It was Aug. 16, 2005 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Volvo XC90
The vehicle was a 2003 Volvo Xc90. Multiple failures; door lock,tires were worn to the cord. * bf the lug nuts were replaced because they were rusted when the vehicle was delivered, the doors did not fit properly, the radio failed, the key would not turn in the ignition, the left rear door could not be opened due to the problem with the seat molding and the tire displayed unusual wear and were worn smooth to the cord. The lug nuts that were installed rusted again. (tires/perrilli scorpian). This wheel bolts problem happened on Friday, October 1, 2004.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Audi A4
The car involved is a 2002 Audi A4. I have had two of my tires come off my car while driving not just the tire but the whole rim and everything came off. The studs broke off the disk. Both times I got them fixed the people told me that they were faulty studs that they weren't strong enough to hold my tire on. This wheel bolts problem happened on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008.
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Wheel Bolts problem of BMW 740
The car was a 2000 BMW 740il. I had been experiencing slight vibrations in the steering wheel while on I-95. A while later, I began to sense a very slight control issue with the car as it seemed to wobble just a bit and decided it was best to pull off at the approaching exit. At the top of the exit I began to merge with the other road when I heard and felt a "thump-thump" sound. I then felt the rear of my vehicle drop to the pavement with a loud scraping sound and an instant later I saw one of my wheels whizzing pass the driver's window and across the road into the woods about 150 feet from my vehicle. The tire was retrieved and it seemed to be properly inflated and mounted on the wheel. Inspection of the rear driver's side hub showed that all five lug nuts had been sheared with the ends still firmly in place. I retrieved three of the other ends of the lug nuts that had broken off and the threaded portions did not show any signs of unusual wear. They simply all sheared off. A passer-by took digital pictures of the hub, tire, and wheel along with the lug nuts that I now have. I am extremely concerned about the public safety issues raised by this incident since it seems to be a case of either (1) material failure, or, (2) problems associated with the installation of the wheels by the dealer. Subsequent discussions with the dealer and BMW made it clear that they had absolutely no interest in determining the cause of the failure. They were simply intent on having it classified as an "accident" that would have financial consequences for me and my insurance company and none for them. I'm left wondering whether my experience with this vehicle is an isolated case or another unsuspecting driver will experience the same problem under much less advantageous circumstances that could easily result in the loss of life. Consequently, I'm hopeful that someone at NHTSA will be able to get some solid answers about the cause and not leave it to conjecture by BMW. It was Mon., Sep. 15, 2003 when this wheel bolts issue happened.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Buick Lacrosse
The car was a 2011 Buick Lacrosse. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1G4GC5ED1B_. Front left tire and rim came off. Spoke of the wheel remained. Left rear tire blew. Fragments from left front wheel pierced tire. Police report 31-798-12. . . Updated 11/07/12. The failure date was 09/29/12.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Buick Roadmaster
The vehicle involved is a 1996 Buick Roadmaster. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1G4BN52P2T_. Wheel studs broke off causeing wheel to fall off from vehicle.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Cadillac SRX
2012 Cadillac Srx. Consumer writes in regards to steering problems and lug nuts failure. The consumer stated his wife complained about a noise coming from the right front wheel and felt the car was not performing correctly. The consumer stated he took the lug cover off and three lug nuts fell to the ground and the 4th lug nut was loose to the point that he was able to unscrew it by hand. The two lug nuts that held the wheel were on, but not snug. He then checked all the lug nuts on the other wheels and found most of them loose and none were tight. He then used his four-way lug wrench to secure all the wheel. Gm's solution was to simply rotate the tires and basically use the proper torque to apply the lug nuts. This wheel bolts issue occurred Saturday, Jun. 1, 2013.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Cadillac SRX
Vehicle: 2007 Cadillac Srx build date approximately April 2007
problem: wheel lug nuts not staying tight. History: all 24 lug nuts found loose or finger tight (able to be removed by hand with socket but without using wrench) at 3,500 miles. Tightened by owner using owner's calibrated/certified torque wrench and returned vehicle to dealer for inspection. Dealer found all lug nuts tight. Dealer returned car to owner. Nuts re-checked and found loose on 3 wheels. Returned to dealer to inspect and tighten. Dealer found all lug nuts tight but broke one (1) wheel stud off tightening loose stud before reaching specified torque. Dealer re-checked the previously verified nuts and found 3 nuts on one wheel at less than the proper torque. No sign of wheel damage found. All nuts and studs threaded smoothly and did not appear damaged. No evidence paint acted as a shim thus preventing studs from achieving necessary clamping force. Conclusion: determined problem is not that the wheel nuts were loose, but that they wouldn't stay tight. Possible cause(s):
defective studs with improper steel hardening or material. Hydrogen embrittlement of the hardened electroplated studs. Overtightened studs which stretched beyond elastic limit. Reason or time of possible over-tightening unknown; dealers records do not show wheels have been off the vehicle. Driving the vehicle with loose nuts from time of assembly (not likely in modern assembly line methods) or loosened nuts (cause unknown) which sequentially stretched each until fatigued. No evidence this could have occurred without deforming holes in wheel. Remedy: dealer removed and inspected wheel and axle flange and replaced all wheel studs and nuts. Result: new studs are performing satisfactory and holding proper torque. Not known if old parts were kept. It was Wednesday, August 22, 2007 when this wheel bolts issue occurred.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Jaguar XJ8
The car involved is a 2004 Jaguar Xj8. The VIN of this vehicle is SAJWA71C84_. : the contact stated the accelerator and brake pedals were too close together causing accidental and simultaneous depression of both pedals. The dealer was notified. Updated 10/17/2006 - the driver side seat belt buckle failed to engage. A new buckle was ordered. The consumer could not remove the lug nuts from the wheel. The failure date was Mon., Sep. 18, 2006.
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Wheel Bolts problem of Jaguar S-type
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is SAJWA01T15_. There was crash involved with this problem. My wife and I were given a replacement Jaguar S-type on 05/03/2005 by smith CO. Motor cars of charleston, wv. After they were unable to repair a Jaguar x-type that we had bought on 08/26/2004. We then moved to California in 06/2005 and my husband drove the car cross-country to CA without any problems. On 08/05/2005 the car was first presented for a scheduled 10,000 mile maintenance to Jaguar of south bay, 3111 pacific coast highway, torrance, CA. Since then, the car has been returned to them for more than 8 (eight) times, without satisfactory repair. Problems include:
faulty gas tank latch, rhs exhaust hanging lower and scraping pavement, hard transmission shifts, faulty remote transmitter,judder from steering wheel, knocking noise from the engine that ran sluggish, replaced rack & pinion several times,car out of alignment,injectors dirty,rhs lug nut broken because of, according to tech. , non lubrication at factory, jerky gear shifting from 3rd. To 4th. Gears,creaking noise in sunroof and headliner, faulty cd player,faulty power steering pump,faulty air bag light on dash,faulty passenger side fog lamp,faulty rack and pinion valve,leaking washer fluid reservoir, no warnings or messages during these malfunctions from dash instruments, except air bag lamp, faulty bluetooth hands free, etc. Etc. We had told the techs. That both my wife and I have experienced total loss of steering control over 5 times and finally on 08/07/2006, I again loss total control and the car hit into the guard rail and scraped the whole of the rhs of the vehicle. Jaguar would not even give me the free tow that I was entitled to when I called them to inform of the accident and I had to drive the car to my house. I had both my kids ( son 31/2 yrs. Old and daughter 4 months old) in the car with me. On 05/10/2006, we hired an attorney who is still negotiating with Ford motor CO. Who have taken over Jaguar. This wheel bolts issue occurred August 7, 2006.
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