Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC is recalling certain Firestone HP3000 315/80R22.5
— Recall Campaign #13T011000
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC (Bridgestone) is recalling certain Firestone HP3000 315/80R22.5 18 ply tires manufactured January 2012 through August 2013 and sold to customers in Guam. The affected tires may lose pressure from a crack at the inner liner splice. Such a crack could penetrate into the sidewall, resulting in a bulge on the sidewall.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 36 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13T011000
| Manufacturer: | Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 14, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13T011000 |
| Units affected: | 36 |
- Description:
- Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC (Bridgestone) is recalling certain Firestone HP3000 315/80R22.5 18 ply tires manufactured January 2012 through August 2013 and sold to customers in Guam. The affected tires may lose pressure from a crack at the inner liner splice. Such a crack could penetrate into the sidewall, resulting in a bulge on the sidewall.
- Consequeces:
- A sidewall bulge may result in a tire deflation and subsequent tire failure which increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- The recall began January 21, 2014. Owners may contact Bridgestone at 1-617-633-3026.
- 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.