Key Takeaway

TREAD SEPARATION by TOYO TIRE HOLDINGS OF AMERICAS INC. was recalled on February 11, 2011. What to do: TOYO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TIRES FREE OF CHARGE, INCLUDING MOUNTING, BALANCING AND TAXES. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRAURY 18, 2011....

NHTSA Ongoing

TREAD SEPARATION

Recalled: February 11, 2011 ~4,891 units affected 11T001

Description

TOYO TIRE IS RECALLING CERTAIN TOYO BRAND TIRES, MODELS VERSADO CUV P245/55 R19 103T, VERSADO CUV P235/55 R20 102T, VERSADO CUV 235/55 R18 100V, VERSADO CUV P255/65 R18 109S, VERSADO LX II 215/60 R16 95V, OPEN COUNTRY ALL TERRAIN LT285/70 R17 121S, AND TOUREVO LS II 245/45 R18 96V; AND NITTO BRAND TERRA GRAPPLER ALL TERRAIN 255/55R18 109S, PRODUCED FROM SEPTEMBER 19, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 2, 2010. THE RUBBER CHEMICAL MIXTURE USED IN SOME OF THE RECALLED TIRES DOES NOT MEET TOYO'S SPECIFICATION FOR THESE TIRES.

Injuries / Consequence

SECTIONS OF THE TREAD MAY BECOME DETACHED, POTENTIALLY CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

Remedy

TOYO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TIRES FREE OF CHARGE, INCLUDING MOUNTING, BALANCING AND TAXES. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRAURY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYO TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-442-8696 (6:30 AM TO 5:00PM PACIFIC TIME) OR NITTO AT 1-888-529-8200 (8AM TO 5PM PACIFIC TIME).

Products Affected

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Company Information

TOYO TIRE HOLDINGS OF AMERICAS INC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

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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: TOYO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TIRES FREE OF CHARGE, INCLUDING MOUNTING, BALANCING AND TAXES. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRAURY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYO TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-442-86...

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