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NHTSARecalled Feb 1, 2016 · #16T002000

Tread Separation or Detachment

Hazard

Tire safety defect

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Description

Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) is recalling certain FS561 replacement tires, size 255/70R22.5, manufactured January 25, 2015, to January 27, 2016 (DOT weeks 0515-0416) for use on trailers. The affected tires may experience possible tread separation or detachment due to scrubbing during use. Tread separation or detachment may result in a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Tread Separation or Detachment
Type
Tire
Manufacturer
Bridgestone DoNotUse
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

BATO will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2016. Owners may contact BATO customer service at 1-800-847-3272.

View the official CPSC notice