Avon Viper Stryke recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 29, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Max-Trac Tire Co., Inc. recalls Avon Viper Stryke (tires)

Recall number

17T016000

Brand / firm

Avon

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 245 units

Why it was recalled

A bulge in the tread or a tread separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Max-Trac Tire Co., Inc. (Max-Trac) is recalling certain Avon Viper Stryke tires, sizes 120/70R14, 120/70R15, 160/60R14, and 160/60R15, manufactured from January 4, 2015 through April 8, 2017. A bulge may develop in the tread or the tread may separate from the tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other than Passenger Cars."

What to do

Max-Trac will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2017. Owners may contact Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America at 1-800-642-7470 extension 3159. Max-Trac's number for this recall is 169.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.