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NHTSARecalled Aug 16, 2017 · #17T014000

Tire may not Hold Air due to Hole/FMVSS 109

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Tire safety defect

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Description

Triangle Tire USA (Triangle) is recalling certain Triangle TR643 tires, size ST225/75R15, with DOT codes of 0517 and 0617 (produced during 5th and 6th weeks of 2017) sold as replacement tires for cargo and recreational trailers. Due to a specific mold irregularity, the tires may have a small hole where the sidewall and the tread meet, resulting in an air leak. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 109, "New Pneumatic and Certain Specialty Tires." If the tire does not stay inflated, it can it can lead to tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Tire may not Hold Air due to Hole/FMVSS 109
Type
Tire
Manufacturer
Triangle Tire USA
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Triangle will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Triangle customer service at 1-615-610-5050 or find additional information at www.triangletireus.com.

View the official CPSC notice