Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

16T002000

ManufacturerBridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLCReported2016-02-01Affected35,907 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) is recalling certain FS561 replacement tires, size 255/70R22.5, manufactured January 25, 2015, to January 27, 2016 (DOT weeks 0515-0416) for use on trailers. The affected tires may experience possible tread separation or detachment due to scrubbing during use.

Risk

Tread separation or detachment may result in a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

BATO will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2016. Owners may contact BATO customer service at 1-800-847-3272.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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NHTSA did not enumerate affected vehicles for this campaign.