Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

12T019000

ManufacturerMICHELIN NORTH AMERICA, INC.Reported2012-07-25Affected799,900 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

BF Goodrich Commercial T/A A/S and Uniroyal Laredo HD/H tires are being recalled, sizes LT235/85R16 120 Q Load Range E and LT245/75R16 120 Q Load Range E. These tires may develop a separation at the tread/belt edge.

Risk

Tread/belt separation of the tire while the vehicle is in use can result in rapid air loss which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners will be notified by BF Goodrich and Uniroyal, and dealers will replace the affected tires free of charge. The safety recall began on August 6, 2012. Owners may contact the Tire Consumer Care line at 1-800-637-5527.

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Affected vehicles

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NHTSA did not enumerate affected vehicles for this campaign.