Defect Description For Recall
Certain Michelin Pilot Sport Tires, Size 255/35Zr20 97Y Extra Load, Sold For Use As Replacement Tires And Also Imported On Some Jagaur Xj8 Vehicles. All Of The Affected Tires Have Dot Tire Identification Numbers That Begin With Dot Fhpnefmx And End With The Last Two Digits Of 00, 01, 02, 03 Or 05. The Subject Tires May Develop A Blister In The Sidewall.
Make Of Vehicle
MICHELIN
Model Of Vehicle
PILOT SPORT
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
05T024000
Component Description
Tires:Sidewall
Effect Of Defect
The Condition May Result In A Rapid Loss Of Air Pressure, Which Could Lead To A Loss Of Control And A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Michelin Will Notify Owners And Replace The Tires Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On February 10, 2006. Owners May Contact Michelin Customer Relations At 1-800-847-3435.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Michelin North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
T
Number Affected
4600
Date Owners Notified
20060210
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Michelin North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20051227