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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13T004000

Kumho Solus Kh25 — Tires: sidewall

Published April 10, 2013 · Recall initiated: April 30, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13T004000, published April 10, 2013 and initiated April 30, 2013. Recalling firm: Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.; Kumho Solus Kh25 — Tires: sidewall.

What's the hazard

Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc. (Kumho) is recalling certain Kumho Solus KH25 passenger car tires, size 225/45R17, produced in the weeks of 3411 through 2512 (August 21, 2011 through June 23, 2012). All tires associated with this recall relate to Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.’s initial recall for these tires covered by NHTSA recall 12T-020. The affected tires were rendered unusable by being punctured with 3 drill holes through the tread surface and sent to Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC (Liberty) for disposal. Instead, Liberty sold to these tires as “used tires” to various tire wholesaler/distributors in Texas, New York, North Carolina and Puerto Rico.

What to do

Kumho will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires in accordance with the dealer notification letter. The safety recall began on May 6, 2013. Owners may contact Kumho at 1-909-428-3358.

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Recall details

Brand
KUMHO
Model
SOLUS KH25
Manufacturer
Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.
Lot
KUMHO SOLUS KH25
Risk classification
T
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Kumho Solus Kh25 — Tires: sidewall recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13T004000 on April 10, 2013. Reported hazard: Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc. (Kumho) is recalling certain Kumho Solus KH25 passenger car tires, size 225/45R17, produced in the weeks of 3411 through 2512 (August 21, 2011 through June 23, 2012). All tires associated with this recall relate to Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.’s initial recall for these tires covered by NHTSA recall 12T-020. The affected tires were rendered unusable by being punctured with 3 drill holes through the tread surface and sent to Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC (Liberty) for disposal. Instead, Liberty sold to these tires as “used tires” to various tire wholesaler/distributors in Texas, New York, North Carolina and Puerto Rico.

What should I do if I have this product?

Kumho will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires in accordance with the dealer notification letter. The safety recall began on May 6, 2013. Owners may contact Kumho at 1-909-428-3358.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KUMHO. Model: SOLUS KH25.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)