GT Radial, Primewell, Dextero Tires recall

Recalled October 6, 2016 · NHTSA recall 16T017000 · GT Radial

Hazard

A loss of air pressure may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GITI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2016. Owners may contact GITI customer service at 1-877-342-0882.

Units

250,620 units

Description

GITI Tire (USA) Ltd. (GITI) is recalling certain imported Primewell Valera Touring II tires, sizes 205/50R17 93V XL, 215/50R17 95V XL, 225/50R17 94V, 225/50R18 95T, and 205/65R16 95H, GT Radial Champiro Touring A/S tires, sizes 205/50R17 93V XL, 215/50R17 95V XL, 225/50R17 94V, 205/65R16 95H, and 225/50R18 95T, and Dextero Touring DTR1 tires, sizes 205/50R17 93V XL, 215/50R17 95V XL, 225/50R17 94V, manufactured by PT. Gajah Tunggal TBK in Indonesia. The affected replacement passenger car tires may develop cracks in the lower sidewall, potentially resulting in a loss of air.

What to do

GITI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2016. Owners may contact GITI customer service at 1-877-342-0882.

Product

GT Radial CHAMPIRO TOURING A/S · GT Radial TOURING DTR1 · GT Radial VALERA TOURING II

Manufacturer(s)

Giti Tire (USA), Ltd.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →