Key Takeaway

TIRES by GENERAL TIRE & RUBBER CO. was recalled on October 7, 1985. What to do: REPLACE TIRE WITH NEW ONE WITHIN 60 DAYS FROM DATE OF NOTIFICATION AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER....

NHTSA Ongoing

TIRES

Recalled: October 7, 1985 ~543 units affected 85T012

Description

TIRES FAILED TO MEET THE ENDURANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 109. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FAILURE TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 109 MAY RESULT IN SIDEWALL SEPARATION AND LOSS OF AIR WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

REPLACE TIRE WITH NEW ONE WITHIN 60 DAYS FROM DATE OF NOTIFICATION AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER. DOT IDENTIFICATION: GENERAL ABHH15D285 ABHH15D295 ABHH15D305 ABHH15D315 ABHH15D325. MONTGOMERY WARD ABHH27J285 ABHH27J295 ABHH27J305 ABHH27J315 ABHH27J325.

Products Affected

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Company Information

GENERAL TIRE & RUBBER CO.

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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.

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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: REPLACE TIRE WITH NEW ONE WITHIN 60 DAYS FROM DATE OF NOTIFICATION AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER....

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