Contender Contender — Tires: markings
Published March 28, 2019 · Recall initiated: March 26, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19T003000, published March 28, 2019 and initiated March 26, 2019. Recalling firm: Trans Texas Tire; Contender Contender — Tires: markings.
What's the hazard
Trans Texas Tire (TTT) is recalling certain Contender 5.70-8 tires sold exclusively through Discount Tire stores. The tire sidewalls are incorrectly labeled, in that each side of the tire may state different PLY and PSI markings. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 574, "Tire Identification & Recordkeeping.
What to do
TTT will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires with tires that have the correct sidewall markings, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Trans Texas Tire customer service at 1-903-572-0267.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CONTENDER
- Model
- CONTENDER
- Manufacturer
- Trans Texas Tire
- Lot
- CONTENDER CONTENDER
- Risk classification
- T
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Contender Contender — Tires: markings recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19T003000 on March 28, 2019. Reported hazard: Trans Texas Tire (TTT) is recalling certain Contender 5.70-8 tires sold exclusively through Discount Tire stores. The tire sidewalls are incorrectly labeled, in that each side of the tire may state different PLY and PSI markings. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 574, "Tire Identification & Recordkeeping.
What should I do if I have this product?
TTT will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires with tires that have the correct sidewall markings, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Trans Texas Tire customer service at 1-903-572-0267.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CONTENDER. Model: CONTENDER.