Treadways Corporation | NHTSA Recall #06T008000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06T008000 by Treadways Corporation. Includes 13,683 affected units, ACCELERATED BELT DEGRADATION, component: TIRES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain treadways tempra trailcutter radial rt light truck tires, size lt285/75r16, manufactured between february 1, 2004, and january 21, 2006. these tires may not have adequate rubber coverage of the belt edge due to low tread gauge in the shoulder slot area of the tire. when this condition exists, it may eventually cause cracking at the base of the shoulder slots resulting in exposed belt wire which could lead to accelerated belt degradation, which could result in a separation. if the separation is not detected, continued use may cause the ply cords to break and the tubeless liner to tear and lose the inflating air.

Corrective Action

Treadways will notify its owners and replace the tires free of charge. the recall began on february 22, 2006. owners may contact treadways at 1-800-895-1449.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06T008000

Manufacturer: Treadways Corporation

Report Received Date: 2006-03-13T00:00:00

Subject: Accelerated belt degradation

Component: Tires

Potentially Affected Units: 13,683

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 145

Recall Type: Tire

Defect Summary: Certain treadways tempra trailcutter radial rt light truck tires, size lt285/75r16, manufactured between february 1, 2004, and january 21, 2006. these tires may not have adequate rubber coverage of the belt edge due to low tread gauge in the shoulder slot area of the tire. when this condition exists, it may eventually cause cracking at the base of the shoulder slots resulting in exposed belt wire which could lead to accelerated belt degradation, which could result in a separation. if the separation is not detected, continued use may cause the ply cords to break and the tubeless liner to tear and lose the inflating air.

Consequence Summary: Loss of air may cause the driver to lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Treadways will notify its owners and replace the tires free of charge. the recall began on february 22, 2006. owners may contact treadways at 1-800-895-1449.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-k2sz-rba7_zutz

NHTSA ID: 06T008000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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