Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. | NHTSA Recall #02T016000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02T016000 by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.. Includes 261 affected units, COOPER/INADEQUATE RUBBER COVERAGE, component: TIRES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Cooper durango radial xtr and mastercraft couser c/t tires size lt235/85r16 manufactured between september 15 and september 21, 2002. these tires may not have adequate rubber coverage of the belt edge due to low thread gauge under the shoulder slots.

Corrective Action

Cooper is notifying its customers to have their tires replaced free of charge. Owner notification began december 2, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cooper's customer relations at 800-854-6288.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02T016000
Manufacturer: Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.
Report Received Date: 2002-12-03T00:00:00
Subject: Cooper/inadequate rubber coverage
Component: Tires
Potentially Affected Units: 261

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Tire
Defect Summary: Cooper durango radial xtr and mastercraft couser c/t tires size lt235/85r16 manufactured between september 15 and september 21, 2002. these tires may not have adequate rubber coverage of the belt edge due to low thread gauge under the shoulder slots.
Consequence Summary: If this condition is not detected, continued use may cause the ply cords to break and the tubeless liner to tear and lose the inflating air. loss of air could result in loss of steering control possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Cooper is notifying its customers to have their tires replaced free of charge. Owner notification began december 2, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cooper's customer relations at 800-854-6288.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 02T016000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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