Defect summary
Hercules Tire & Rubber Company (Hercules) is recalling certain All Trac A/T tires, sizes 235/70R16 106T, 235/75R15 109T XL, 245/70R16 107T, 255/70R16 111T, 265/70R16 112T, 265/75R16 116T and 275/70R16 114T. The affected tires may experience a tread separation.
Consequence
A tire tread separation may result in sudden air loss, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Hercules will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2015. Owners may contact Hercules customer service at 1-888-943-2402. Hercules number for this recall is 01-2015.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 15T011000. Text as published by NHTSA.