NHTSA vehicle safety data

2012 Express Cargo Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2012 Express Cargo has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Express dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2012 Express Cargo. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

WHEELS

NHTSA #12V512000

Reported October 23, 2012 · Express Trailers

Potentially affected: 10 vehicles

Defect description

Express Trailers is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Express Cargo trailers equipped with Carlisle Tire and Wheel brand aluminum wheels installed as original equipment. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process.

Safety consequence

If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard.

Manufacturer remedy

All of the affected owners were notified in October 2012. Owners may contact Express Trailers at 1-727-572-4265 for more information.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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