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NHTSARecalled Oct 8, 2014 · #14T012000

Tires Possibly Deformed During Curing Process

Hazard

Tire safety defect

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Description

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is recalling certain ProContact GX SSR MOE tires, size 225/45R18 95H XL, manufactured June 22, 2014, to July 28, 2014, used for front axle fitment on 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles. The affected tires may have been deformed during the curing process, and could cause the tire tread to appear distorted when inflated. A tire that was deformed during the curing process may suddenly fail during use, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Tires Possibly Deformed During Curing Process
Type
Tire
Manufacturer
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

CTA has notified owners, and tire dealers or Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2014. Owners may contact CTA customer service at 1-888-799-2168.

View the official CPSC notice