Continental Tire the Americas, LLC is recalling certain ContiProContact tires
— Recall Campaign #15T012000
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is recalling certain ContiProContact tires, size P205/65R15 95T Extra Load, manufactured February 8, 2015, to February 14, 2015, sold as aftermarket replacement tires. The affected tires may experience a tread separation.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 3,826 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15T012000
| Manufacturer: | Continental Tire the Americas, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 13, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15T012000 |
| Units affected: | 3,826 |
- Description:
- Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is recalling certain ContiProContact tires, size P205/65R15 95T Extra Load, manufactured February 8, 2015, to February 14, 2015, sold as aftermarket replacement tires. The affected tires may experience a tread separation.
- Consequeces:
- A tire tread separation may result in sudden air loss, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Corrective action:
- CTA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires and provide reimbursement to owners who replaced tires prior to the recall campaign. The recall began on July 31, 2015. CTA's number for this recall is 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.