2.1MM Michelin LTX M/S Tires Recalled For Tread Loss/Rapid Loss Of Air

[ApexOversteer]

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tire-maker Michelin says it is recalling about 1.2 million tires sold in the U.S. because an increasing number are experiencing tread loss or rapid air loss.

The tires are commonly used for pickup trucks, heavy-duty vans, small RVs and commercial light trucks. The Greenville, S.C-based company says no deaths or injuries have been reported because of the tires.

The tires, known as Michelin LTX M/S tires, were manufactured between January 2010 and June 2012. They were sold as original equipment on some vehicles and as new replacement tires.

The company says that fewer than 200 of the tires have been returned by customers. Owners can have them replaced at Michelin stores for no charge.

I knew you couldn't trust that bastard Bibendum!

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[Bill]

The shareholders just took it in the shorts this year. Still, all in all, not as bad or costly as the Firestone/Exploder debacle some years back.

[Ruffy]

My tire has a slow leak. I just figured I did something to it.

[The_Dude]

I just put a set of those on my pickup.

[Sea Six]

2.1 millimeter tires?

WTF, is this a recall on Matchbox toys?

[CORVETTE]

Is there more to this article?

I have Michelin LTX Tires on my truck, purchased in that range of time.

[ApexOversteer]

Is there more to this article?

I have Michelin LTX Tires on my truck, purchased in that range of time.

That was the entire article at the time.

[CORVETTE]

ok, mine are not affected:

Voluntary Safety Recall : MICHELIN LTX M/S2, MICHELIN X Radial LT2, MICHELIN Latitude Tour | Michelin Tires (http://www.michelinman.com/voluntary-safety-recall.page)

[Dave]

ok, mine are not affected:

Voluntary Safety Recall : MICHELIN LTX M/S2, MICHELIN X Radial LT2, MICHELIN Latitude Tour | Michelin Tires (http://www.michelinman.com/voluntary-safety-recall.page)

There are two different recalls. The one above is from this summer. This latest one is just for a specific size of the tires: Michelin LTX M/S LT 225/75R16 115/112R LRE

Safety Recall : MICHELIN LTX M/S | Michelin Tires (http://www.michelinman.com/safety-recall.page)

[CORVETTE]

There are two different recalls. The one above is from this summer. This latest one is just for a specific size of the tires: Michelin LTX M/S LT 225/75R16 115/112R LRE

Safety Recall : MICHELIN LTX M/S | Michelin Tires (http://www.michelinman.com/safety-recall.page)

Thanks. Just checked, still safe. Ours are 265/75/16 :seasix:

[Luke@tirerack]

Michelin North America, Inc. has just announced it is recalling certain LT225/75R16 115/112R LRE-sized LTX M/S tires manufactured January 10, 2010 thru June 23, 2012.

These tires have the possibility of developing a tread separation, often evidenced by a ride vibration or irregular wear. In some circumstances this condition could lead to a loss of tread, and in some cases rapid air loss, risking a loss of vehicle control or a vehicle crash.

Michelin will notify owners and Michelin dealers will replace the tires free of charge.
The recall is expected to begin on January 6, 2014.

Owners may call Michelin Consumer Care Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, or Saturday and Sunday from 8:30am to 4:30pm EST at the following numbers: USA: 1-800-231-5893 (language options: English and Spanish).

Michelin LTX M/S
LT225/75R16 115/112R LRE

MSPN: 25516

DOT B3JH AKEX 0210 thru DOT B3JH AKEX 2512
(Date range January 10, 2010 thru June 23, 2012).

No other sizes of the LTX M/S, any of the LTX MS2 tires or tires manufactured outside the listed date ranges are subject to this recall.

nobody's perfect

[Gozar]

I have those on my Silverado 2500! I lost a big chunk of tread. I was going to just replace them. Hmmm.... need to go see about getting me some free tires.

:hurray: