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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15T020000

Michelin X Works Xzy — Tires: markings

Published September 22, 2015 · Recall initiated: September 22, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15T020000, published September 22, 2015. Recalling firm: Michelin North America, Inc.; Michelin X Works Xzy — Tires: markings.

What's the hazard

Michelin North America, Inc. (Michelin) is recalling certain Michelin X Works XZY tires, size 315/80R22.5 156/150K, manufactured from January 1, 2011, to July 31, 2015. The affected tires lack the required DOT symbol and load range letter designation, and, as such, they fail to conform to the requirements of U.S Code 30112 and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of more than 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) and Motorcycles."

What to do

Michelin will notify owners and will either correct the tires by permanently applying the required markings or replace the tires with a similar product, free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Michelin at 1-888-847-8475.

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Recall details

Brand
MICHELIN
Model
X WORKS XZY
Manufacturer
Michelin North America, Inc.
Lot
MICHELIN X WORKS XZY
Risk classification
T
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Michelin X Works Xzy — Tires: markings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15T020000 on September 22, 2015. Reported hazard: Michelin North America, Inc. (Michelin) is recalling certain Michelin X Works XZY tires, size 315/80R22.5 156/150K, manufactured from January 1, 2011, to July 31, 2015. The affected tires lack the required DOT symbol and load range letter designation, and, as such, they fail to conform to the requirements of U.S Code 30112 and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of more than 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) and Motorcycles."

What should I do if I have this product?

Michelin will notify owners and will either correct the tires by permanently applying the required markings or replace the tires with a similar product, free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Michelin at 1-888-847-8475.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MICHELIN. Model: X WORKS XZY.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)