Tap Worldwide – Lug Nuts may not Secure Wheel

TAP Worldwide (TAP) is recalling certain Pro Comp Extended Thread (ET-Style) Lug Nuts, part numbers PXA16148 (chrome), PXA16148B (black) and PXA16148OET (short). The lug nuts may not be the correct size due to being incorrectly labeled. As a result, the lug nuts may not be able to be properly tightened, possibly causing lug stud failure.


Report Received Date 09/06/2019
NHTSA ID 19E060000
Consequence Summary Lug stud failure can lead to a sudden reduction in vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action TAP Worldwide will notify owners, and replace the defective thread lug nuts with smaller diameter lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2019. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 840
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19E060000)

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