NHTSA Campaign 16T002000

TIRES

Issued by Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC · Reported Feb 1, 2016 · 35,907 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

Tread separation or detachment may result in a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FIRESTONE FR561 35,907

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16T002000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.