BF Goodrich Rugged Terrain T/A recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 10, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Michelin North America, Inc. recalls BF Goodrich Rugged Terrain T/A, Commercial T/A A/S 2, Commercial T/A A/S (tires)

Recall number

15T016000

Brand / firm

BF Goodrich

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 104,000 units

Why it was recalled

If the tire sidewall ruptures during use resulting in a rapid air loss, it can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What was recalled

Michelin North America, Inc. (MNA) is recalling certain BFGoodrich Commercial T/A All-Season tire size LT275/70R18 125/122Q LRE, BFGoodrich Commercial T/A All-Season 2 sizes LT275/70R18 125/122R LRE, LT235/80R17 120/117R LRE, LT265/70R17 121/118R LRE, LT245/75R17 121/118R LRE, LT245/70R17 119/116R LRE, and BFGoodrich Rugged Terrain T/A sizes LT275/70R18 125/122R LRE and LT275/65R18 123/120R LRE. The affected tires may experience rapid air loss due to a rupture in the sidewall in the bead area.

What to do

MNA will notify owners, and dealers will provide similar replacement tires free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2015. Owners may contact BFGoodrich Consumer Care at 1-866-524-2638.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.