9999 FIRESTONE ATX Recall

Campaign:

00T005000 on 08/09/2000

Component:

Tires:tread/belt

Affected:

14,400,000

Defect:

Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size p235/75r15. operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread.

Consequence:

If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.

Correction:

The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. however, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.

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