Recall 13T005000: Tires

NHTSA recall 13T005000 · announced June 10, 2013 · Runway · 218 units affected

The problem

GITI Tire Company Ltd. (GITI) is recalling certain Runway P235/60 R16 Enduro 816 tires manufactured in the second week of 2013 (DOT code 0213). Due to a tire mold issue, the tires may develop splits in the shoulder.

The risk

The tires may experience rapid air loss while driving, possibly resulting in tire failure and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

GITI will notify owners and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2013. Owners may contact GITI Tire at 1-866-488-4737.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.