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NHTSARecalled Feb 21, 2021 · #21T003000

Low Tread Gauge May Cause Tire Failure

Hazard

Tire safety defect

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Description

Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. (Cooper Tire) is recalling certain Cooper CS5 Grand Touring 225/55R17 and Mastercraft LSR Grand Touring 225/55R17 tires with DOT codes 2920 through 3220, 4220 through 4420 and 5120 through 0121. The tires may have low tread gauge in the shoulder slot area which could cause tread separation and sidewall failure. A sidewall failure may cause the tire to rapidly deflate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Low Tread Gauge May Cause Tire Failure
Type
Tire
Manufacturer
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Cooper Tire will notify registered owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the tires, free of charge. Cooper Tire plans to begin notification no later than April 22, 2021. Owners may contact Cooper Tire customer service at 1-800-854-6288. Cooper Tire's number for this recall is 177-2. Note: This recall supersedes 20T-017 and any tires recalled under 20T-017, but not yet replaced, are now included in this safety recall.

View the official CPSC notice