Reported Nov 16, 1978235 vehicles affectedCOOPER TIRE & RUBBER CO.
The defect
Due to a thin rubber condition at the base of the tread elements, the involved tires may develop separation in the shoulder and tread areas when used in an overloaded or underinflated condition.
The remedy
Dealer will replace tires without charge to owner within 60 days of recall notification.
Vehicle category: passenger vehicles.system: tires; cooper weather master radial and hercules winter radial, sizedr78.14.consequences of defect: continued operation could result in rapid loss of airfrom the tire, loss of vehicle control, and an accident.note: tread separation may be indicated by a thumping vibration during vehicleoperation.dot ID numbers: utl4ca9288 and utl4ha1288.