Defect Description For Recall
Certain TBC Corporation, Brand Name, Big “O” Tire Inc., Mesa C/T Tires, Size Lt285/75R16, Manufactured Between November 7, 2004, And January 14, 2006. These Tires May Not Have Adequate Rubber Coverage Of The Belt Edge Due To Low Tread Gauge In The Shoulder Slot Area Of The Tire. When This Condition Exists, It May Eventually Cause Cracking At The Base Of The Shoulder Slots Resulting In Exposed Belt Wire Which Could Lead To Accelerated Belt Degradation, Which Could Result In A Separation. If The Separation Is Not Detected, Continued Use May Cause The Ply Cords To Break And The Tubeless Liner To Tear And Lose The Inflating Air.
Make Of Vehicle
BIG “O” TIRE INC.
Model Of Vehicle
MESA C/T
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
06T006000
Component Description
Tires:Tread/Belt
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Air May Cause The Driver To Lose Steering Control, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
TBC Corporation Will Notify Owners And Replace The Tires Free Of Charge. Owners Are Being Warned To Avoid Driving At Highway Speeds Until The Tires Have Been Inspected And Replaced. The Recall Began On March 6, 2006. Owners May Contact TBC Corporation ‘S Quality Assurance Department At 901-363-8030.
Vehicle Manufacturer
TBC Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20041107
End Of Manufacture
20060114
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
2974
Date Owners Notified
20060306
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
TBC Corporation
Date Report Received
20060228
Make Campaign Number
145