Tread belt separation
Defect Summary
Continental tire is recalling certain contitrac tr tires, size lt275/70r18 125/122s outline white letters and black sidewall, and contitrac, size lt275/70r18 125/122s, black sidewall, produced from may 6, 2007, through september 20, 2008, sold as aftermarket and installed as original equipment on some model year 2008 and 2009 ford f-250 and f-350 trucks. some of these tires may experience uneven wear, vibration, or particularly under conditions of overloading or under inflation in high ambient temperature usage, separation between the belt edges.
Safety Consequence
Separation of the belt edges could lead to tread belt separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Continental tire will notify owners and replace the affected tires free of charge. the safety recall began on april 14, 2011. owners may contact continental customer service toll-free at 1-888-799-2168.
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FAQ: Recall 11T002000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11T002000?
NHTSA recall 11T002000 was issued by Continental Tire The Americas, Llc on March 15, 2011. It addresses: Tread belt separation. The recall affects approximately 390,657 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Continental Tire The Americas, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11T002000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.