Chevrolet Recall 97V-219: Wheels – lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Affected: 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. Filed with NHTSA on November 24, 1997, covering about 24 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The wheel lug nuts were not tightened securely resulting in a fracture of the wheel studs.

The risk

The wheel could separate from the vehicle. If the vehicle were in motion, a vehicle crash could result.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the torque of all wheel nuts and, if necessary, tighten any that May be below required torque.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign97V-219 (97V219000)
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentWheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Report dateNovember 24, 1997
Owners notifiedNovember 21, 1997
Vehicles affected24
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the wheels & tires

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 97V-219 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the torque of all wheel nuts and, if necessary, tighten any that May be below required torque.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 24 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.