Reported Nov 9, 19822,306 vehicles affectedARMSTRONG RUBBER CO.Built Jun 1, 1982 – Jul 1, 1982
The defect
The sidewall rubber may not have adequate resistance to ozone and weather cracking in a small area around the tire and above the raised white lettering. This condition could lead to cracks in the sidewalls, and if it continues undetected, a loss of air could result.
The remedy
The dealer will replace all recall tires and will mount and balance replacement tires free of charge.
Vehicle category: passenger vehicles.system: tires; roadhandler GT 70 and trutrac radial, size p225/70r15.consequences of defect: this condition could result in a loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.note: until these tires are replaced, proper air inflation should be maintainedand the vehicle should not be overloaded.dot identification nos: chm2ef4242, -252, -282, chm2164242, -252, -282.