Defect Description For Recall
ACCC Is Recalling 1,018 American Prospector A/T Load Range E Tires, Size Lt265/75R16, Produced Between December 2, 2007 And February 2, 2008. These Tires Fail To Conform To The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139, New Pneumatic Radial Tires For Light Vehicles. After Testing, A Bulge Can Occur In The Lower Sidewall On The White Sidewall Side Which Indicates The Existence Of A Separation Between Two Lower Sidewall Components.
Make Of Vehicle
ACCC
Model Of Vehicle
AMERICAN PROSPECTOR A/T
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
08T007000
Component Description
Tires:Sidewall
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Could Result In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
ACCC Is Working With Cooper Tire To Notify Owners. The Affected Tires Will Be Replaced Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On February 29, 2008. Owners May Contact Cooper Tire Customer Relations Toll-Free At 800-854-6288 Or ACCC At 410-296-7513.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Car Care Centers, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20071202
End Of Manufacture
20080202
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
1018
Date Owners Notified
20080229
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
American Car Care Centers, Inc.
Date Report Received
20080326
Make Campaign Number
150
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
139