Key Takeaway
Missing DOT Certification Symbol/FMVSS 109 & 139 by MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA, INC. was recalled on December 13, 2022. What to do: Michelin will replace the tires with a debit card provided to owners to defray the cost of mounting and balancing or offer a refund, free of charge....
Missing DOT Certification Symbol/FMVSS 109 & 139
Description
Michelin North America, Inc. (Michelin) is recalling certain X, XWX, Pilote X, XVS, TRX, MXV, XAS, TB 15, XDX, ZX, VHC, TB 5, XM+, and PB 20 specialty tires, sold for use on certain vintage and antique vehicles. Please see the attached products listing for a complete list of all affected tires and sizes. The DOT certification symbol is missing from the tire sidewalls. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 109, "New Pneumatic and Certain Specialty Tires," and 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Injuries / Consequence
Tires that are missing a DOT symbol may be used in inappropriate applications, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Michelin will replace the tires with a debit card provided to owners to defray the cost of mounting and balancing or offer a refund, free of charge. If necessary, certain recalled SKUs may be replaced with competitor tires of the same tire size. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Michelin's customer service at 1-866-324-2835.
Products Affected
Vehicle
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MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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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: Michelin will replace the tires with a debit card provided to owners to defray the cost of mounting and balancing or offer a refund, free of charge. If necessary, certain recalled SKUs may be replace...
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.