A List of All Tires Recalled in 2018 and 2019

When purchasing a vehicle or buying new tires for your vehicle, you should ensure that the tires have not been recalled by the manufacturer. A tire recall is typically issued by the manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). If a tire manufacturer does not issue a timely product recall, they put motorists at risk for a serious car accident, and they may be held liable for their actions.

If you or a family member have been injured due to defective tires on your vehicle, you should consult with an experienced Montgomery tire defect lawyer today. The Morrison Law Firm can help you hold a negligent tire manufacturer liable for equipping vehicles with defective tires. Continue reading for personal injury lawyer Rick Morrison’s helpful list of tires recalled in 2018 and 2019.

What is a Tire Recall?

Tire recalls typically occur when a certain brand of tire poses a risk to motorists or is deemed to not meet the suggested safety standards. As mentioned, a recall means that the tire manufacturer or the NHTSA determined that a certain type of tire was unsafe and that consumers should avoid driving with the tires and return them to the manufacturer. For example, a tire manufacturer may have created a product that is prone to tire sidewall blowouts.

If a manufacturer is alerted to a tire defect, they must rectify the issue. This can mean that the tire manufacturer has to repair or replace the tires, refund the money used to purchase the tires, and in extreme cases repurchase the car that had defective tires. This service should be provided to you free of charge.

It is important to have your vehicle registered as this will allow manufacturers to alert you of a tire recall. Additionally, a safety recall notice is usually sent by mail, so it is important to ensure that your mailing address is up-to-date. If you receive a tire recall notice, you should take your vehicle to your dealership immediately. If the dealership does not want to repair your vehicle for free, you should file a complaint with the NHTSA explaining your interactions with the dealer.

To learn more about tire recalls, you should speak with an experienced Alabama tire defect attorney.

Recalled Tires in 2018 and 2019

There was a large batch of tires that were recalled by several manufacturers in the past year alone. It is important to be aware of what tires were recalled and whether those recalls affect your vehicle. The following is a list of companies that recalled tires in 2018 and 2019.

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC

Continental recalled about 655 of its Conti Hybrid HS3 tires in size 11R22.5, load range G. These tires were manufactured between March 4 and March 24, 2018. The reason for the recall is that the tires have cords that appear through the inner liner, which may cause a quick loss of air in the tires.

Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company

Vogue shipped roughly 1203 tires that did not contain the entire tire identification number on the side of the tires. The list of tires affected by this defect include:

• Signature V Tires, sizes:
  • 245/40R20
  • 235/45R17
  • 225/50R17
  • 225/45R17
  • 235/55R17
  • 245/45R17
  • 235/65R18
• Signature V SCT Tires, sizes:
  • 235/65R18
  • 285/45R22
  • 275/55R20

Sumitomo Rubber USA LLC and Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.

These two companies are recalling about 138 Kelly Armorsteel KDA, size 11R22.5 commercial tires due to the absence of important markings on the sidewall of the tire. These markings detail the max load weight, speed restriction, and other key information.

Lee Schwab Tire Centers Inc.

Lee Schwab recalled approximately 41,000 retreaded truck tires because the tread may not be properly attached to the tire casing. The tires that were recalled have the following identification numbers:

• RDNJ4217RS
• RDNJ5017RS
• RNVK4417RS
• RNVK5017RS
• RCEE4217RS
• RCEE5017RS

Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC

Bridgestone recalled about 2,700 truck tires due to a risk of sudden air loss. The recall affected the following tires:

• Firestone FS818 size 425/65R22.5
• Bridgestone M854 size 425/65R22.5
• Bridgestone M860A size 425/65R22.5
• Bridgestone M864 size 425/65R22.5

This is not an exhaustive list. Other companies that have recalled tires in 2018 and 2019 include:

• Yokohama
• Michelin
• Multistrada
• Kumho

Alabama Personal Injury Attorney Offering Free Consultations

If you or a family member have been in a car crash because of tires that should have been recalled, contact an experienced Alabama personal injury attorney today. Tire defect attorney Rick Morrison can help you file a personal injury lawsuit against any manufacturer that was responsible for your injuries. The legal team at The Morrison Law Firm has extensive experience litigating a wide variety of tire defect cases, and we would be proud to represent you. Call The Morrison Law Firm at (334) 625-6128 to schedule a free legal consultation, or contact us online today.