Defect Description For Recall
Certain GPX Galaxy Trailer Special Tires (GPX P/N 600557) Size 8-14.5 Manufactured Between May 2004 And August 2005 Sold For Original Installation On Certain Econoline Trailers And Sold In The Aftermarket As Replacement Tires. These Tires Fail To Conform To The Tire’S Average Braking Energy Value Requirement Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 119, “New Pneumatic Tires For Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars.”
Make Of Vehicle
GPX
Model Of Vehicle
GALAXY TRAILER SPECIAL
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
06T007000
Component Description
Tires
Effect Of Defect
The Tire May Not Be Strong Enough To Withstand Road Hazard Impacts Which Could Result In Rapid Air Loss, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash Without Warning.
Fix Defect
GPX Will Notify Owners And Replace The Tires Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin During May 2006. Owners May Contact GPX At 781-321-3910.
Vehicle Manufacturer
GPX International Tire Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20040501
End Of Manufacture
20050831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
15783
Date Owners Notified
20060517
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
GPX International Tire Corporation
Date Report Received
20060307
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
119