NHTSARecalled May 24, 2017 · #17T011000
Air Pockets in the Shoulder Region of the tires
Hazard
Tire safety defect
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Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC (Sumitomo) is recalling certain models of Dunlop Sportmax Q3+ motorcycle tires, size 120/70ZR17 58W. The affected tires may have porosity (air pockets) in the shoulder region of the tire. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other Than Passenger Cars." The tire defect may affect the handling and/or steering characteristics of the motorcycle. Continued use can result in tread chunking. These conditions may increase the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Air Pockets in the Shoulder Region of the tires
- Type
- Tire
- Manufacturer
- Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
Dunlop will notify the retailers and customers and will offer replacement tires, free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2017. Owners may contact Dunlop Motorcycle Tires at 1-800-845-8378.