FIRESTONE FR561 TIRE RECALL - #16T002000
RECALL FOR TIRES : TREAD/BELT
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) is recalling certain FS561 replacement tires, size 255/70R22.5, manufactured January 25, 2015, to January 27, 2016 (DOT weeks 0515-0416) for use on trailers. The affected tires may experience possible tread separation or detachment due to scrubbing during use.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Tire |
FIRESTONE FR561 |
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| Manufacturer |
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/25/2015 - 1/27/2016 |
| Recalled on |
2/1/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
2/4/2016 |
| # Affected |
35,907 |
| Recalled for |
TIRES:TREAD/BELT |
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| Description |
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) is recalling certain FS561 replacement tires, size 255/70R22.5, manufactured January 25, 2015, to January 27, 2016 (DOT weeks 0515-0416) for use on trailers. The affected tires may experience possible tread separation or detachment due to scrubbing during use. |
| Consequences |
Tread separation or detachment may result in a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
BATO will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2016. Owners may contact BATO customer service at 1-800-847-3272. |
| 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. |
| See also |
FIRESTONE FR561 Tire Recall for TIRES
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