Avon Viper Stryke — Tires: tread/belt
Published October 2, 2017 · Recall initiated: September 29, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17T016000, published October 2, 2017 and initiated September 29, 2017. Recalling firm: Max-Trac Tire Co., Inc.; Avon Viper Stryke — Tires: tread/belt.
What's the hazard
Max-Trac Tire Co., Inc. (Max-Trac) is recalling certain Avon Viper Stryke tires, sizes 120/70R14, 120/70R15, 160/60R14, and 160/60R15, manufactured from January 4, 2015 through April 8, 2017. A bulge may develop in the tread or the tread may separate from the tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other than Passenger Cars."
What to do
Max-Trac will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2017. Owners may contact Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America at 1-800-642-7470 extension 3159. Max-Trac's number for this recall is 169.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AVON
- Model
- VIPER STRYKE
- Manufacturer
- Max-Trac Tire Co., Inc.
- Lot
- AVON VIPER STRYKE
- Risk classification
- T
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Avon Viper Stryke — Tires: tread/belt recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17T016000 on October 2, 2017. Reported hazard: Max-Trac Tire Co., Inc. (Max-Trac) is recalling certain Avon Viper Stryke tires, sizes 120/70R14, 120/70R15, 160/60R14, and 160/60R15, manufactured from January 4, 2015 through April 8, 2017. A bulge may develop in the tread or the tread may separate from the tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other than Passenger Cars."
What should I do if I have this product?
Max-Trac will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2017. Owners may contact Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America at 1-800-642-7470 extension 3159. Max-Trac's number for this recall is 169.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AVON. Model: VIPER STRYKE.