Michelin recall: Tires
What is wrong
Michelin North America, Inc. (Michelin) is recalling certain CrossClimate+ tires in size 225/60R17 103V XL tires with DOT date code 4618. The tires are not marked with the required UTQG treadwear, traction or temperature gradings. In addition, on the designated outboard sidewall and on the inboard sidewall, the ÂDOTÂ certification symbol, which precedes the TIN (Tire Identification Number) has not been molded into the sidewall. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
What could happen
Without the proper markings, the tires may not be used in the appropriate driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Michelin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2020. Owners may contact Michelin customer service at 1-866-324-2835.
Vehicles covered
- Michelin Cross Climate +
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 19T025000
- Type
- Tires
- Filed by
- Michelin North America, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Dec 20, 2019
- Owners notified
- Jan 28, 2020
- Vehicles or items affected
- 32
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Tires › Markings
- Safety standard
- FMVSS 139
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.