Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter — Tires
Published April 20, 2016 · Recall initiated: April 20, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16T005000, published April 20, 2016. Recalling firm: Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations; Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter — Tires.
What's the hazard
Bridgestone/Firestone North America Tire (Bridgestone) is recalling certain Firestone FR710 tires, size 205/65R16, and Champion Fuel Fighter tires, sizes 205/65R15 and 205/70R15, manufactured March 27, 2016, to April 9, 2016. These replacement passenger car tires may have been manufactured with inconsistent rubber coverage over the steel plies. As a result, the tread may separate.
What to do
All the affected tires have been contained and destroyed, therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. All affected tires were returned to BATO on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Bridgestone customer service at 1-800-847-3272.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FIRESTONE
- Model
- CHAMPION FUEL FIGHTER
- Manufacturer
- Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations
- Lot
- FIRESTONE CHAMPION FUEL FIGHTER
- Risk classification
- T
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter — Tires recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16T005000 on April 20, 2016. Reported hazard: Bridgestone/Firestone North America Tire (Bridgestone) is recalling certain Firestone FR710 tires, size 205/65R16, and Champion Fuel Fighter tires, sizes 205/65R15 and 205/70R15, manufactured March 27, 2016, to April 9, 2016. These replacement passenger car tires may have been manufactured with inconsistent rubber coverage over the steel plies. As a result, the tread may separate.
What should I do if I have this product?
All the affected tires have been contained and destroyed, therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. All affected tires were returned to BATO on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Bridgestone customer service at 1-800-847-3272.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FIRESTONE. Model: CHAMPION FUEL FIGHTER.