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NHTSARecalled 2020-06-10

American Pacific Industries, Inc. — TIRES:SIDEWALL

Is my product affected?

GLADIATOR X COMP A/T

  • Brand GLADIATOR

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

American Pacific Industries is recalling certain Gladiator X-Comp A/T tires in size LT285/75R16, Load Range E, with DOT date codes from 0718 to 0420. Testing revealed that the sidewall on these tires may separate from the tire, which can cause tire failure and increase the risk of a crash. The affected tires do not meet federal safety standards for pneumatic radial tires.

To remedy the issue, American Pacific will notify owners and dealers will replace the recalled tires at no charge. The recall began June 30, 2020. Owners of potentially affected tires should contact American Pacific customer service at 1-800-944-8414.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

Sidewall separation can lead to tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What should I do?

American Pacific will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began June 30, 2020. Owners may contact American Pacific customer service at 1-800-944-8414.

Details from the source

American Pacific Industries, Inc. (American Pacific) is recalling certain Gladiator X-Comp A/T tires, size LT285/75R16, Load Range E and with DOT date codes 0718 to 0420. Endurance testing found the sidewall may separate from the tire. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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