Triangle Tr643 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 16, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Triangle Tire USA recalls Triangle Tr643 (tires)

Recall number

17T014000

Brand / firm

Triangle

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 324 units

Why it was recalled

If the tire does not stay inflated, it can it can lead to tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Triangle Tire USA (Triangle) is recalling certain Triangle TR643 tires, size ST225/75R15, with DOT codes of 0517 and 0617 (produced during 5th and 6th weeks of 2017) sold as replacement tires for cargo and recreational trailers. Due to a specific mold irregularity, the tires may have a small hole where the sidewall and the tread meet, resulting in an air leak. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 109, "New Pneumatic and Certain Specialty Tires."

What to do

Triangle will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Triangle customer service at 1-615-610-5050 or find additional information at www.triangletireus.com.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.