Continental Crosscontact Lx20 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 5, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC recalls Continental Crosscontact Lx20 (tires)

Recall number

16T016000

Brand / firm

Continental

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 14,567 units

Why it was recalled

The insufficient adhesion can cause partial or full tread/belt loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental) is recalling certain Crosscontact LX20 tires, size P275/55R20 111S, manufactured May 3, 2015, to May 9, 2015. The tires, sold as replacement tires as well as original equipment on certain General Motors full size trucks and SUVs, may have insufficient adhesion within the belt package, resulting in tread wear, vibration, noise, or bulging areas on the tire.

What to do

Continental will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Continental customer service at 1-888-799-2168.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.