NHTSA recall 08T008000 · Tires
Tires › Sidewall
The defect
Sure tire IS recalling 295 load range e tires, size lt265/75r16, produced between december 9, 2007 and december 15, 2007. these tires fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 139, new pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles. after testing, a bulge can occur in the lower sidewall on the white sidewall side which indicates the existence of a separation between two lower sidewall components.
The risk
This condition could result in a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Sure tire IS working with cooper tire to notify owners. the affected tires will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on february 29, 2008. owners may contact cooper tire customer relations toll-free at 800-854-6288 or sure tire consumer relations department at 866-882-1612.