Defect Description For Recall
Tire Description: Cooper-Avon Tyres Limited Motorcycle Tires, Sizes 130/80R17 65H And 140/80R17 69H Manufactured Between January 3, 1994, And May 13, 2000, And 150/70R17 69H Manufactured Between February 27, 1995, And November 7, 1998. These Tires May Develop Radial Cracks Between Tread Lugs In The Shoulder Area. In Certain Service Conditions Where Excessive Flexing Of The Tire Sidewall Occurs, This May Lead To A Separation Between Components In The Shoulder/Sidewall Which In Turn May Lead To A Sudden Deflation Of The Tire.
Make Of Vehicle
COOPER
Model Of Vehicle
15070R17 69H
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
01T002000
Component Description
Tires:Sidewall
Effect Of Defect
Should This Condition Occur, A Vehicle Crash, Personal Injury, Or Death Could Be The Resul. Driving At Highway Speeds Should Be Avoided Until The Tires Have Been Inspected And Replaced If They Bear The Identification Numbers Shown Above.
Fix Defect
Cooper Will Notify Its Customers To Return These Tires To Their Local Dealer For Free Replacement Tires. Owner Notification Began January 8, 2001. Owners Should Contact Avon Customer Service At 800-624-7470.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19940103
End Of Manufacture
20000513
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
1729
Date Owners Notified
20010108
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.
Date Report Received
20010112