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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17T014000

Triangle Tr643 — Tires

Published August 18, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 16, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17T014000, published August 18, 2017 and initiated August 16, 2017. Recalling firm: Triangle Tire USA; Triangle Tr643 — Tires.

What's the hazard

Triangle Tire USA (Triangle) is recalling certain Triangle TR643 tires, size ST225/75R15, with DOT codes of 0517 and 0617 (produced during 5th and 6th weeks of 2017) sold as replacement tires for cargo and recreational trailers. Due to a specific mold irregularity, the tires may have a small hole where the sidewall and the tread meet, resulting in an air leak. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 109, "New Pneumatic and Certain Specialty Tires.

What to do

Triangle will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Triangle customer service at 1-615-610-5050 or find additional information at www.triangletireus.com.

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Recall details

Brand
TRIANGLE
Model
TR643
Manufacturer
Triangle Tire USA
Lot
TRIANGLE TR643
Risk classification
T
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Triangle Tr643 — Tires recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17T014000 on August 18, 2017. Reported hazard: Triangle Tire USA (Triangle) is recalling certain Triangle TR643 tires, size ST225/75R15, with DOT codes of 0517 and 0617 (produced during 5th and 6th weeks of 2017) sold as replacement tires for cargo and recreational trailers. Due to a specific mold irregularity, the tires may have a small hole where the sidewall and the tread meet, resulting in an air leak. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 109, "New Pneumatic and Certain Specialty Tires.

What should I do if I have this product?

Triangle will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Triangle customer service at 1-615-610-5050 or find additional information at www.triangletireus.com.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TRIANGLE. Model: TR643.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)