Sumitomo Rubber Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17T011000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17T011000 by Sumitomo Rubber Usa, Llc. Affecting models of dunlop sportmax q3+ motorcycle tires, size 120/70zr17 58w Includes 478 affected units, Air Pockets in the Shoulder Region of the tires, component: TIRES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

models of dunlop sportmax q3+ motorcycle tires, size 120/70zr17 58w

Defect Summary

Sumitomo rubber usa, llc (sumitomo) is recalling certain models of dunlop sportmax q3+ motorcycle tires, size 120/70zr17 58w. the affected tires may have porosity (air pockets) in the shoulder region of the tire. as such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 119, "new pneumatic tires-other than passenger cars."

Corrective Action

Dunlop will notify the retailers and customers and will offer replacement tires, free of charge. the recall began on june 2, 2017. owners may contact dunlop motorcycle tires at 1-800-845-8378.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17T011000

Manufacturer: Sumitomo Rubber Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2017-05-24T00:00:00

Subject: Air pockets in the shoulder region of the tires

Component: Tires

Potentially Affected Units: 478

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Tire

Defect Summary: Sumitomo rubber usa, llc (sumitomo) is recalling certain models of dunlop sportmax q3+ motorcycle tires, size 120/70zr17 58w. the affected tires may have porosity (air pockets) in the shoulder region of the tire. as such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 119, "new pneumatic tires-other than passenger cars."

Consequence Summary: The tire defect may affect the handling and/or steering characteristics of the motorcycle. continued use can result in tread chunking. these conditions may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dunlop will notify the retailers and customers and will offer replacement tires, free of charge. the recall began on june 2, 2017. owners may contact dunlop motorcycle tires at 1-800-845-8378.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 98.95

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