Defect Description For Recall
Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc. (Kumho) Is Recalling Certain Kumho Solus Kh25 Passenger Car Tires, Size 225/45R17, Produced In The Weeks Of 3411 Through 2512 (August 21, 2011 Through June 23, 2012). All Tires Associated With This Recall Relate To Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.Øs Initial Recall For These Tires Covered By Nhtsa Recall 12T-020. The Affected Tires Were Rendered Unusable By Being Punctured With 3 Drill Holes Through The Tread Surface And Sent To Liberty Tire Recycling, Llc (Liberty) For Disposal. Instead, Liberty Sold To These Tires As Øused Tiresø To Various Tire Wholesaler/Distributors In Texas, New York, North Carolina And Puerto Rico.
Make Of Vehicle
KUMHO
Model Of Vehicle
SOLUS KH25
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
13T004000
Component Description
Tires:Sidewall
Effect Of Defect
The Tires Resold By Liberty Have 3 Drill Hole Punctures Through The Tread Surface That If Repaired, May Not Adhere To Specific Rubber Manufacturers Association (Rma) Standards For Tire Repairs, Which Could Result In Rapid Air Loss While The Vehicle Is In Use And Result In A Tire Failure That Could Cause A Crash.
Fix Defect
Kumho Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Affected Tires In Accordance With The Dealer Notification Letter. The Safety Recall Began On May 6, 2013. Owners May Contact Kumho At 1-909-428-3358.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110821
End Of Manufacture
20120623
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
11922
Date Owners Notified
20140619
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.
Date Report Received
20130430