Defect summary
Toyo Tire Holdings Of Americas Inc. (Toyo) is recalling certain Proxes A27 tires, size P185/60R16 86H, produced from September 21, 2018 through September 25, 2018 (DOT dates codes 3718 and 3818). Prototype rubber compound was mixed with production compound, which may result in sections of the tire tread detaching.
Consequence
Sections of tread detaching can cause the tire to lose pressure, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Toyo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact Toyo customer service at 1-800-442-8696.
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 19T004000. Text as published by NHTSA.