Yokohama Recalling Yokohama RY023 Tires, Size 295/75R22.5

November 19, 2018 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18T016000

Rubber Compound Causing Tread Separation/FMVSS 119

If the tread separates, the driver may experience a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Yokohama has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Yokohama customer service at 1-800-722-9888.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18T016000

Manufacturer Yokohama Tire Corporation

Components TIRES

Potential Number of Units Affected 529

Summary

Yokohama Tire Corporation (Yokohama) is recalling certain Yokohama RY023 tires, size 295/75R22.5 (14G), that have DOT date code 2318. The rubber compound may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the tread separating from the casing. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other than Passenger Cars."

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.

1 Affected Product 

5 Associated Documents

NITTO TIRE IS RECALLS NITTO DUNE GRAPPLER DESERT TERRAIN (S116) TIRES

ire Brand Name / Tire Line / Tire Size:     Production Dates:     NITTO / DUNE GRAPPLER DESERT TERRAIN (S116) / 265/50R20 111T     Information not Available Manufacturer: NITTO TIRE CO., LTD. Mfr's Report Date: APR 12, 2010 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10T012000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1140

Summary: NITTO TIRE IS RECALLING CERTAIN NITTO DUNE GRAPPLER DESERT TERRAIN (S116) TIRES, SIZE 265/50R20 111T. THESE TIRES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE ENDURANCE TEST REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 139, "NEW PNEUMATIC RADIAL TIRES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES." AT VARIOUS MILEAGES, A CRACK MAY DEVELOP IN THE UPPER SIDEWALL AREA OF THE TIRE.

Consequence: UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, A CRACK MAY LEAD TO SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR, POTENTIALLY CAUSING A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: NITTO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TIRES FREE OF CHARGE, INCLUDING MOUNTING, BALANCING AND TAXES. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NITTO TOLL-FREE AT 1-888-529-8200 8AM TO 5PM PACIFIC TIME.

Notes: OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

PIRELLI RECALLS CERTAIN PIRELLI PZERO CORSA TIRES

Tire Brand Name / Tire Line / Tire Size:     Production Dates:     PIRELLI / PZERO CORSA / 285/35 ZR19 (99Y) K1 LEFT     JUN 01, 2007 - JUL 31, 2009     PIRELLI / PZERO CORSA / 285/35 ZR19 (99Y) K1 RIGH     JUN 01, 2007 - JUL 31, 2009 Manufacturer: PIRELLI TIRE LLC Mfr's Report Date: SEP 01, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09T012000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:TREAD/BELT

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1680

Summary: PIRELLI IS RECALLING CERTAIN PIRELLI PZERO CORSA TIRES, SIZE 285/35 ZR19 (99Y) K1, IP 1778200 (LEFT) AND IP 1778300 (RIGHT) MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 2007 AND JULY 2009. PARTIAL TREAD SEPARATION / BELT EDGE SEPARATION CAN OCCUR AT CONSTANT MAXIMUM HIGH SPEEDS (AT AND OVER 270 KMH OR 168 MPH FOR A PROLONGED PERIOD OF TIME).

Consequence: TREAD OR BELT EDGE SEPARATION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: PIRELLI TIRE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED TIRES FREE OF CHARGE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PIRELLI TIRE AT 1-800-747-3554, SELECT OPTION #2.

Notes: OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

SPECTOR ADVANTA SUV ROWL RADIAL LIGHT TRUCK TIRES RECALLED

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: SPECTOR / ADVANTA SUV 9999 Manufacturer : AMERICAN PACIFIC INDUSTRIES, INC (A.P.I. Mfr's Report Date : JUN 16, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T019000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:BEAD

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 4738

Summary: AMERICAN PACIFIC INDUSTRIES, INC., (API) IS RECALLING 4,738 SPECTOR ADVANTA SUV ROWL RADIAL LIGHT TRUCK TIRES, SIZE P255/70R16 109S, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 3 AND MARCH 1, 2008. THESE TIRES MAY HAVE A THIN AREA OF RUBBER ON A PORTION OF THE TIRE BEAD AREA.

Consequence: SHOULD THE TIRE BE MOUNTED AND INFLATED, A POOR BEAD SEAT WILL ALLOW LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE DURING VEHICLE OPERATION AFFECTING STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: API WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE ANY DEFECTIVE TIRES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT API TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-944-8414.

Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Tags: SPECTOR ADVANTA SUV ROWL RADIAL LIGHT TRUCK TIRES RECALL, AMERICAN PACIFIC INDUSTRIES RECALL, NHTSA Recall, Tire Recall

TECH INTERNATIONAL RECALLS SNAP-IN TIRE VALVE STEMS.

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: TECH INTERNATIONAL / TR413 9999 Manufacturer : TECH INTERNATIONAL Mfr's Report Date : MAY 30, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T018000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:VALVE

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 6000000

Summary: TECH INTERNATIONAL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT SNAP-IN TIRE VALVE STEMS, MODEL NO. TR413, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY AND NOVEMBER 2006. THE RUBBER PORTION OF THE VALVE STEM MAY CRACK AND PERMIT THE GRADUAL LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE.

Consequence: CONTINUING TO DRIVE ON UNDER-INFLATED TIRES COULD DAMAGE THE TIRE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: TECH INTERNATIONAL WILL REPLACE THE VALVE STEMS WITH NON-DEFECTIVE VALVE STEMS FREE OF CHARGE. FURTHER, IF A DEFECTIVE TR413 VALVE STEM HAS CAUSED STRUCTURAL DAMAGE TO A TIRE, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED AS NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TECH INTERNATIONAL AT 1-740-967-9015.

Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Tags: Tire Recall, SNAP-IN TIRE VALVE STEMS RECALL, TECH INTERNATIONAL RECALL, TR413

DEL-NAT IS RECALLING LOAD RANGE E TIRES

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: DEL-NAT / DELTA SIERRADIAL A/T 9999 DEL-NAT / NATIONAL COMMANDO A/T 9999 Manufacturer : DEL-NAT TIRE CORPORATION Mfr's Report Date : APR 15, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T016000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:MARKINGS

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 968

Summary: DEL-NAT IS RECALLING 968 LOAD RANGE E TIRES, SIZE LT265/75R16, PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 2 AND DECEMBER 30, 2007. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 139, "NEW PNEUMATIC RADIAL TIRES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES." AFTER TESTING, A BULGE CAN OCCUR IN THE LOWER SIDEWALL ON THE WHITE SIDEWALL SIDE WHICH INDICATES THE EXISTENCE OF A SEPARATION BETWEEN TWO LOWER SIDEWALL COMPONENTS.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEL-NAT IS WORKING WITH COOPER TIRE TO NOTIFY OWNERS. THE AFFECTED TIRES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COOPER TIRE CUSTOMER RELATIONS TOLL-FREE AT 800-854-6288 OR DEL-NAT AT 1-901-775-8124.

Notes: DEL-NAT RECALL NO. DN-001-08. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

PIRELLI TIRE RECALLS PIRELLI / LOAD RANGE E

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: PIRELLI / LOAD RANGE E 9999 Manufacturer : PIRELLI TIRE LLC Mfr's Report Date : MAR 31, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T014000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:TREAD/BELT

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 8273

Summary: PIRELLI TIRE IS RECALLING 8,273 TIRES, SIZE LT 235/80 R 17 LOAD RANGE E, PRODUCED FROM JULY 11, 2005 TO OCTOBER 30, 2007. TREAD CHUNKING, TREAD CHUNKOUT, PARTIAL TREAD SEPARATION AND/OR BELT EDGE SEPARATION CAN OCCUR.

Consequence: ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: PIRELLI TIRE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED TIRES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PIRELLI TIRE AT 1-800-747-3554, SELECT OPTION #2.

Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

tag: NHTSA Recall, Tire Recall, PIRELLI / LOAD RANGE E RECALL, PIRELLI TIRE RECALL

PRO COMPETITION TIRE COMPANY RECALLS LOAD RANGE E TIRES.

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: PRO-COMP / ALL TERRAIN 9999 Manufacturer : PRO COMPETITION TIRE COMPANY Mfr's Report Date : MAR 27, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T013000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1206

Summary: PRO COMP IS RECALLING 1,206 LOAD RANGE E TIRES, SIZE LT265/75R16, PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 2, 2007 AND JANUARY 12, 2008. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 139, "NEW PNEUMATIC RADIAL TIRES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES." AFTER TESTING, A BULGE CAN OCCUR IN THE LOWER SIDEWALL ON THE WHITE SIDEWALL SIDE WHICH INDICATES THE EXISTENCE OF A SEPARATION BETWEEN TWO LOWER SIDEWALL COMPONENTS.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: PRO COMP IS WORKING WITH COOPER TIRE TO NOTIFY OWNERS. THE AFFECTED TIRES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COOPER TIRE CUSTOMER RELATIONS TOLL-FREE AT 800-854-6288 OR PRO COMP AT 1-866-232-0665.

Notes: PRO COMP'S RECALL NO. 150. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

tag: NHTSA Recall, Tire Recall, PRO COMPETITION TIRE COMPANY RECALL, LOAD RANGE E TIRE RECALL

HERCULES TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY RECALLS TERRA TRAC A/T TIRES,

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: HERCULES / TERRA TRAC A/T 9999 Manufacturer : HERCULES TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY Mfr's Report Date : MAR 18, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T012000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2005

Summary: HERCULES TIRE IS RECALLING 2,005 LOAD RANGE E TIRES, SIZE LT265/75R16, PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 2, 2007 AND JANUARY 12, 2008. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 139,"NEW PNEUMATIC RADIAL TIRES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES." AFTER TESTING, A BULGE CAN OCCUR IN THE LOWER SIDEWALL ON THE WHITE SIDEWALL SIDE WHICH INDICATES THE EXISTENCE OF A SEPARATION BETWEEN TWO LOWER SIDEWALL COMPONENTS.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: HERCULES TIRE IS WORKING WITH COOPER TIRE TO NOTIFY OWNERS. THE AFFECTED TIRES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COOPER TIRE CUSTOMER RELATIONS TOLL-FREE AT 800-854-6288 OR HERCULES TIRE'S CONSUMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT AT 800-677-9535.

Notes: HERCULES TIRE RECALL NO. 150. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

tag: Tire Recall, TERRA TRAC A/T RECALL, NHTSA Recall, HERCULES TIRE RECALL

NOKIAN TYRES RECALLS LOAD RANGE E TIRES.

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: NOKIAN / VATIIVA 9999 Manufacturer : NOKIAN TYRES Mfr's Report Date : FEB 29, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T011000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 931

Summary: NOKIAN TYRES IS RECALLING 931 LOAD RANGE E TIRES, SIZE LT265/75R16, PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 2, 2007 AND FEBRUARY 8, 2008. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 139, ¿NEW PNEUMATIC RADIAL TIRES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES.¿ AFTER TESTING, A BULGE CAN OCCUR IN THE LOWER SIDEWALL ON THE WHITE SIDEWALL SIDE WHICH INDICATES THE EXISTENCE OF A SEPARATION BETWEEN TWO LOWER SIDEWALL COMPONENTS.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: NOKIAN TYRES IS WORKING WITH COOPER TIRE TO NOTIFY OWNERS. THE AFFECTED TIRES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COOPER TIRE CUSTOMER RELATIONS TOLL-FREE AT 800-854-6288 OR NOKIAN TYRES' CONSUMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT AT 800-565-2525.

Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

tag: Tire Recall, NOKIAN TYRES RECALL, NOKIAN LOAD RANGE E TYRES RECALL,

BRIDGESTONE / FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICA RECALLS BRIDGESTONE V-STEEL G-TRACTION 24R21 TRUCK TIRES.

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: BRIDGESTONE / V-STEEL G-TRACTION 9999 Manufacturer : BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICA TIRE Mfr's Report Date : MAR 28, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T010000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 143

Summary: BFNT IS RECALLING 143 BRIDGESTONE V-STEEL G-TRACTION 24R21 TRUCK TIRES MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTHS OF MARCH AND OCTOBER 2007. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE ENDURANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 119, NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES FOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS.

Consequence: THE PURPOSE OF THIS STANDARD IS TO PROVIDE SAFE OPERATION PERFORMANCE LEVELS OF TIRES USED ON MOTOR VEHICLES WITH A GVWR OF MORE THAN 10,000 POUNDS.

Remedy: BFNT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TIRES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 14, 2008.

Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

tag: Tire Recall, BRIDGESTONE RECALL, FIRESTONE RECALL, BRIDGESTONE V-STEEL G-TRACTION RECALL, BRIDGESTONE TRUCK TIRE RECALL

SURE TIRE COMPANY RECALLS SUMMIT TRAIL CLIMBER AT LOAD RANGE E TIRES

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: SURE TIRE / SUMMIT TRAIL CLIMBER AT 9999 Manufacturer : SURE TIRE COMPANY Mfr's Report Date : MAR 18, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T008000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 295

Summary: SURE TIRE IS RECALLING 295 LOAD RANGE E TIRES, SIZE LT265/75R16, PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 9, 2007 AND DECEMBER 15, 2007. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 139, NEW PNEUMATIC RADIAL TIRES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES. AFTER TESTING, A BULGE CAN OCCUR IN THE LOWER SIDEWALL ON THE WHITE SIDEWALL SIDE WHICH INDICATES THE EXISTENCE OF A SEPARATION BETWEEN TWO LOWER SIDEWALL COMPONENTS.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SURE TIRE IS WORKING WITH COOPER TIRE TO NOTIFY OWNERS. THE AFFECTED TIRES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COOPER TIRE CUSTOMER RELATIONS TOLL-FREE AT 800-854-6288 OR SURE TIRE CONSUMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT AT 866-882-1612.

Notes: SURE TIRE'S RECALL NO. 001. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

tag: NHTSA Recall, Tire Recall, SURE TIRE RECALL, LOAD RANGE E TIRES RECALL, SURE TIRE COMPANY RECALL, SUMMIT TRAIL CLIMBER AT RECALL

AMERICAN CAR CARE CENTERS RECALL AMERICAN PROSPECTOR A/T LOAD RANGE E TIRES.

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: ACCC / AMERICAN PROSPECTOR A/T 9999 Manufacturer : AMERICAN CAR CARE CENTERS, INC. Mfr's Report Date : FEB 29, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T007000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1018

Summary: ACCC IS RECALLING 1,018 AMERICAN PROSPECTOR A/T LOAD RANGE E TIRES, SIZE LT265/75R16, PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 2, 2007 AND FEBRUARY 2, 2008. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 139, NEW PNEUMATIC RADIAL TIRES FOR LIGHT VEHICLES. AFTER TESTING, A BULGE CAN OCCUR IN THE LOWER SIDEWALL ON THE WHITE SIDEWALL SIDE WHICH INDICATES THE EXISTENCE OF A SEPARATION BETWEEN TWO LOWER SIDEWALL COMPONENTS.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: ACCC IS WORKING WITH COOPER TIRE TO NOTIFY OWNERS. THE AFFECTED TIRES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COOPER TIRE CUSTOMER RELATIONS TOLL-FREE AT 800-854-6288 OR ACCC AT 410-296-7513.

Notes: ACCC'S RECALL NUMBER 150. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

tag: NHTSA Recall, Tire Recall, ACCC RECALL, AMERICAN CAR CARE CENTERS RECALL, AMERICAN PROSPECTOR A/T LOAD RANGE E TIRE RECALL