Continental Tire the Americas, LLC is recalling certain ProContact GX SSR MOE tires
— Recall Campaign #14T012000
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is recalling certain ProContact GX SSR MOE tires, size 225/45R18 95H XL, manufactured June 22, 2014, to July 28, 2014, used for front axle fitment on 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles. The affected tires may have been deformed during the curing process, and could cause the tire tread to appear distorted when inflated.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5,993 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14T012000
| Manufacturer: | Continental Tire the Americas, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 08, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14T012000 |
| Units affected: | 5,993 |
- Description:
- Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is recalling certain ProContact GX SSR MOE tires, size 225/45R18 95H XL, manufactured June 22, 2014, to July 28, 2014, used for front axle fitment on 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles. The affected tires may have been deformed during the curing process, and could cause the tire tread to appear distorted when inflated.
- Consequeces:
- A tire that was deformed during the curing process may suddenly fail during use, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- CTA has notified owners, and tire dealers or Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2014. Owners may contact CTA customer service at 1-888-799-2168.
- 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.