Defect Description For Recall
Tire Description: Firestone Wilderness At, Size P235/75R15, Produced At The Decatur, Illinois Tire Plant And All Firestone Radial ATX And Radial ATX Ii Tires, Size P235/75R15. Operation Of These Tires At Low Inflation Pressures, High Speed, And In Hot Weather, Can Contribute To Separation Of The Tire Tread.
Make Of Vehicle
FIRESTONE
Model Of Vehicle
ATX
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
00T005000
Component Description
Tires:Tread/Belt
Effect Of Defect
If The Tread Separates From The Tire, The Driver Can Lose Control Of The Vehicle, Possibly Resulting In A Crash Causing Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
The Replacement/Reimbursement Program For This Campaign Expired On August 29, 2001. However, Customers Should Contact Firestone Customer Service At 1-800-465-1904 For Possible Assistance.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
14400000
Date Owners Notified
20000826
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Firestone Tire & Rubber Co.
Date Report Received
20000821