Kumho Tire U.S.A. – Sidewall Cracking/Air Loss

Kumho Tire U.S.A. (Kumho) is recalling certain Kumho Solus KH25 passenger car tires, size 225/45R17, produced in the weeks of 3411 through 2512 (August 21, 2011 through June 23, 2012). The affected tires could develop cracking in the sidewall, which could result in air loss.

Report Received Date 08/02/2012
NHTSA ID 12T020000
Consequence Summary Rapid air loss while the vehicle is in use may result in a tire failure that could cause a crash.
Corrective Action Kumho will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires free of charge. The safety recall began on August 29, 2012. Owners may contact Kumho at 1-909-428-3999.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 1238
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12T020000)

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