Continental Tire the Americas – Tires may Leak Air from Around Bead

Continental Tire the Americas (CTA) is recalling certain ContiProContact tires, size 225/45R17 91H, manufactured February 22, 2015, to May 16, 2015. Due to a manufacturing error, these aftermarket replacement tires may leak air from the bead area.


Report Received Date 07/17/2015
NHTSA ID 15T014000
Consequence Summary A loss of air pressure may result in sudden tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action CTA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2015. Owners may contact CTA customer service at 1-888-799-2168.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 4884
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=15T014000)