Reported Jun 2, 20002,235 vehicles affectedMETZELER MOTORCYCLE TIREBuilt Jul 12, 1999 – May 25, 2000
The defect
Tire description: me 880 marathon front tire, size 130/70 r 18 and me 880 marathon rear tire, size 160/80 r 16. the vehicle becomes unstable and will begin to weave at speeds in excess of 60 mph.
The risk
The driver could loose control possibly resulting in a crash causing personal injury.
The remedy
The recalled tires will be replaced at no charge to the consumer.
Owner notification began july 31, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact metzeler at 1-610-524-2190.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).