Contender Tires recall
Recalled March 26, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19T003000 · Contender
Hazard
The incorrect PLY and PSI markings may result in underinflating or overloading the tires, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
TTT will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires with tires that have the correct sidewall markings, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Trans Texas Tire customer service at 1-903-572-0267.
Units
560 units
Description
Trans Texas Tire (TTT) is recalling certain Contender 5.70-8 tires sold exclusively through Discount Tire stores. The tire sidewalls are incorrectly labeled, in that each side of the tire may state different PLY and PSI markings. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 574, "Tire Identification & Recordkeeping."
What to do
TTT will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires with tires that have the correct sidewall markings, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Trans Texas Tire customer service at 1-903-572-0267.
Product
Contender CONTENDER
Manufacturer(s)
Trans Texas Tire
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →