Metzeler Motorcycle Tire | NHTSA Recall #04T007000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04T007000 by Metzeler Motorcycle Tire. Includes 54 affected units, METEZLER/MOTORCYCLE TIRES/SUDDEN VIBRATION, component: TIRES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Metzeler sportec 120/70 zr17 m-1 p motorcycle tires produced between august 26 and august 31, 2002. under extreme conditions, the tire may change shape and a bubble may appear in the tread area causing the front end of the motorcycle to vibrate.

Corrective Action

Metzeler will replace the tires. owner notification began march 9, 2004. 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 metzeler at 706-368-5830.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04T007000

Manufacturer: Metzeler Motorcycle Tire

Report Received Date: 2004-03-16T00:00:00

Subject: Metezler/motorcycle tires/sudden vibration

Component: Tires

Potentially Affected Units: 54

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Tire

Defect Summary: Metzeler sportec 120/70 zr17 m-1 p motorcycle tires produced between august 26 and august 31, 2002. under extreme conditions, the tire may change shape and a bubble may appear in the tread area causing the front end of the motorcycle to vibrate.

Consequence Summary: Sudden vibration of the front tire could cause the driver to lose control, possible resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Metzeler will replace the tires. owner notification began march 9, 2004. 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 metzeler at 706-368-5830.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-4i6s_eye9-gj78

NHTSA ID: 04T007000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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