NHTSA recall 02T003002 · Tires
Tires › Sidewall
Reported Nov 12, 2002296 vehicles affectedHERCULES TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
The defect
Hercules terra trac touring ltd tires size p235/75r15 produced by copper tire & rubber co., between november 25, 2001, and january 5, 2002. some of these tires may exhibit lower sidewall cracking.
The risk
When this condition exists, over time it could result in accelerated air loss. loss of air could result in loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Hercules IS notifying its customers to have their tires replaced free of charge. Owner notification began march 5, 2002. 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 cooper's customer relations at 800-854-6288.