NHTSA Recall # | 7599 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 00T005000 |
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Manufacturer | BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE, INC. |
Supplier | MAZDA |
Brand | MAZDA |
Model | B-SERIES TRUCK |
Model Year | 1994 |
Component | TIRES:TREAD/BELT |
Date of notification | 26/08/00 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 14/12/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 14/12/24 |
Type of recall | T |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 21/08/00 |
Report created | 10/08/00 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 14400000 |
Defect summary | Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size p235/75r15. Operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread. |
Consequence summary | If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death. |
Corrective action | The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. However, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance. |
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