Defect Description For Recall
Bridgestone/Firestone North America Tire (Bridgestone) Is Recalling Certain Firestone Fr710 Tires, Size 205/65R16, And Champion Fuel Fighter Tires, Sizes 205/65R15 And 205/70R15, Manufactured March 27, 2016, To April 9, 2016. These Replacement Passenger Car Tires May Have Been Manufactured With Inconsistent Rubber Coverage Over The Steel Plies. As A Result, The Tread May Separate.
Make Of Vehicle
FIRESTONE
Model Of Vehicle
Champion FUEL FIGHTER
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
16T005000
Component Description
Tires
Effect Of Defect
A Tread Separation Increases The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
All The Affected Tires Have Been Contained And Destroyed, Therefore, An Owner Notification Letter Will Not Be Issued For This Campaign. All Affected Tires Were Returned To Bato On May 5, 2016. Owners May Contact Bridgestone Customer Service At 1-800-847-3272.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bridgestone/Firestone North America Tire
Start Of Manufacture
20160327
End Of Manufacture
20160409
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
8
Date Owners Notified
20160505
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations
Date Report Received
20160420