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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20T003000

Tornel A/T-09 — Tires: sidewall

Published February 12, 2020 · Recall initiated: February 12, 2020

Summary

NHTSA records recall 20T003000, published February 12, 2020. Recalling firm: Compania Hulera Tornel, S.A. de C.V.; Tornel A/T-09 — Tires: sidewall.

What's the hazard

Compañia Hulera Tornel, S.A.de C.V. (Tornel) is recalling certain Tornel A/T-09 tires, size LT265/75R16, Load Range C with DOT date codes 2119 through 2619. Due to improper manufacturing, the sidewall rubber may separate from the body ply cords and cause separation of the lower sidewall. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."

What to do

Tornel will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2020. Owners may contact Tornel customer service at 1-281-919-1944. Tornel's number for this recall is 100.

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Recall details

Brand
TORNEL
Model
A/T-09
Manufacturer
Compania Hulera Tornel, S.A. de C.V.
Lot
TORNEL A/T-09
Risk classification
T
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Tornel A/T-09 — Tires: sidewall recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 20T003000 on February 12, 2020. Reported hazard: Compañia Hulera Tornel, S.A.de C.V. (Tornel) is recalling certain Tornel A/T-09 tires, size LT265/75R16, Load Range C with DOT date codes 2119 through 2619. Due to improper manufacturing, the sidewall rubber may separate from the body ply cords and cause separation of the lower sidewall. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."

What should I do if I have this product?

Tornel will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2020. Owners may contact Tornel customer service at 1-281-919-1944. Tornel's number for this recall is 100.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TORNEL. Model: A/T-09.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)