Key Takeaway
FIRESTONE/SHOULDER AREA CRACKING by BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICA TIRE was recalled on February 20, 2001. What to do: FIRESTONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO BRING IN THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED FIRESTONE DEALER FOR FREE REPLACEMENT TIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUA...
FIRESTONE/SHOULDER AREA CRACKING
Description
TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE FIREHAWK GTA-02 , SIZE P205/55R16 89H, PRODUCED AT THE WILSON, NORTH CAROLINA PLANT FROM JULY 16, 1999, THROUGH NOVEMBER 1, 2000. THESE TIRES WERE INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2000 AND 2001 NISSAN ALTIMA SE PASSENGER CARS. THE RECALLED TIRES ARE IDENTIFIED BY DOT SERIAL #W2 T2 VF3 XXX OR W2 T2 VF3 XXXX; WHERE XXX MAY BE 289, 299, 309, 319, 329, 339, 349, 359, 369, 379, 389, 399, 409, 419, 429, 439, 449, 459, 469, 479, 489, 499, 509, 519, 529, 010, 020, 030, 040, 050, 060, 070, 080, 090, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 170, AND WHERE XXXX MAY BE 1800, 1900, 2000, 2100, 2200, 2300, 2400, 2500, 2600, 2700, 2800, 2900, 3000, 3100, 3200, 3300, 3400, 3500, 3600, 3700, 3800, 3900, 4000, 4100, 4200, 4300, 4400, AND 4500. WITH INCREASING MILEAGE, THE TIRES MAY DEVELOP SHOULDER AREA CRACKING. CONTINUED USE OF A TIRE WITH THIS CONDITION MAY LEAD TO EXPOSURE OF THE BELT EDGE.
Injuries / Consequence
UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES, A BELT EDGE SEPARATION IS POSIBLE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE.
Remedy
FIRESTONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO BRING IN THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED FIRESTONE DEALER FOR FREE REPLACEMENT TIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED FIRESTONE DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesCompany Information
BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICA TIRE
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: FIRESTONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO BRING IN THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED FIRESTONE DEALER FOR FREE REPLACEMENT TIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.