[Rover] Attention Rovers
Howard W3CQH
hsgorden at comcast.net
Thu Sep 18 11:23:38 EDT 2008
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 08T024
Synopsis:
Bridgestone Firestone (BFNT) is recalling 184 Firestone brand FS400 tires,
size 315/80R22.5 Load Range L, commercial truck tires manufactured between
June 15 and June 28, 2008. These tires were not branded with the maximum
speed limit rating required by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
119, "New Pneumatic Tires for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of more than 4,536
kilograms (10,000 pounds) and Motorcycles." If these tires are used at
speeds above their 55mph maximum speed limit, there is a possibility that a
tread/belt detachment may occur, leading to a loss of vehicle control. This
creates a risk of a crash, serious injury, or death. BFNT will notify owners
of the safety campaign. Firestone dealers will replace the tires of the line
and sizes covered by this campaign with new tires; and mount the replacement
tires free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about September
19, 2008. Owners may contact BFNT toll-free at 1-800-847-3272.
For more information for this particular recall, please go to 08T024.
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