Michelin Recalls 841,000 LT Tires

Michelin Recalls 841,000 LT Tires

Michelin North America is recalling some 841,000 light truck and commercial light truck tires due to tread separation concerns. Specifically, the tiremaker is recalling BFGoodrich Commercial T/A A/S and Uniroyal Laredo HD/H tires sold in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Michelin North America is recalling some 841,000 light truck and commercial light truck tires due to tread separation concerns.

Specifically, the tiremaker is recalling BFGoodrich Commercial T/A A/S and Uniroyal Laredo HD/H tires sold in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

While company officials said they cannot “pinpoint” an exact cause, it discovered the tread separation concerns it found from regular field checks. “A tire is a complex thing. There is rarely one thing you can pinpoint to cause something like this,” said Mike Wischhusen, MNA technical director.

MNA said, “The customer return rate for tread and/or air loss was 0.017%, which equates to about 143 tires. However, any tire produced in the range of the recall could exhibit these conditions.”

The tires under recall include:

• LT235/85R16 120Q
BFGoodrich Commercial T/A A/S LRE produced from the 13th week of 2010 through the 29th week of 2012;

• LT245/75R16 120Q
BFGoodrich Commercial T/A A/S LRE produced from the 13th week of 2010 through the third week of 2012, and from the 13th week of 2011 through the 52nd week of 2011;

• LT235/85R16 120 Q Uniroyal Laredo HD/H LRE produced between the 13th week of 2010 and the 29th week of 2012;

• LT245/75R16 120 Q Uniroyal Laredo HD/H LRE produced from the 13th week of 2010 through the third week of 2012, and from the 13th week of 2011 through the 52nd week of 2011.

MNA said the tires in question, typically fitted to commercial light trucks and full-sized heavy-duty vans, are no longer being produced.

 

 

You May Also Like

Sun Auto Tire & Service Expands Texas Store Count

The company has acquired Carrollton Complete Automotive, which offers a range of automotive services.

Sun Auto Tire & Service acquired Carrollton Complete Automotive as part of its expansion and growth of automotive and tire service across Texas.

“The addition of Carrollton Complete Automotive is another step in our commitment to be the leading automotive service and tire provider in the great state of Texas,” Sun Auto Tire & Service CEO Tony Puckett said. “Carrollton Complete Automotive is a fixture within the community, and we are honored to have their resolute team become part of the Sun Auto family.”

Philips Announces GoPure GP5212 Automotive Air Purifier

It uses a 3-layer filter to deliver cleaner, healthier, fresher air on the go, Lumileds said.

AACF Launches 65th Anniversary Fundraising Initiative

The campaign aims to raise $65,000 through 1,000 donations of $65 each.

Standard Motor Products Announces 123 New Numbers

The release provides new coverage in 53 distinct product categories and 47 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles.

BendPak Founder Don Henthorn Passes Away

Grew company from small machine shop to global leader in car lifts and garage equipment.

Other Posts

ASE Practice Tests Available Online

You can get a good idea of what to expect by adding the official ASE practice tests to their study plans.

AACF Celebrates 65 Years Serving the Aftermarket

AACF will be announcing more details about this commemorative fundraiser April 1st.

Auto Care Association Launches REPAIR Act Video

The goal is to emphasize the need for federal REPAIR Act legislation, according to the Auto Care Association.

Valvoline Celebrates Female Service Center Employees

Valvoline is launching a social media campaign led by its female experts who are sharing automotive preventive maintenance tips to promote accessible vehicle care for all.