22T012 – Tire Sidewall Separation – Rolling Big Power Repulsor M/T Tires

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL From: Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. (“SNC Tire”) NHTSA Campaign No.: 22T012
November 7, 2022
To: Tire Owner
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
SNC Tire has decided that certain Rolling Big Power 285/75R16LT 126/123Q Repulsor M/T tires fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139: New pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles. The recall affects 2045 tires produced from April 2, 2018 to April 10, 2022. No other tires are affected.
The noncompliance is associated with possible sidewall separation in the affected tires. If sidewall separation occurs while the vehicle is being operated, a loss of control or crash could occur. To date, there have been no injuries or deaths associated with these tires.
Accordingly, a voluntary recall is being initiated on the affected brand, model, pattern, and date range. Please refer to the legend below to identify whether a tire(s) is in the affected brand, model, pattern, and date range. The affected tire’s brand is Rolling Big Power. The model is 285/75R16LT 126/123Q. The pattern is Repulsor M/T. The date of manufacture (DOT Code) can be found molded onto the tire near the bead. For the affected tires, the plant code (first two characters in the DOT Code) will be AJ and the last four characters will be a number between 1418-1622. Only a tire with all the identification (brand,
model, pattern, and date range) as described above would be affected. Affected Tire Ranges: Product Description
285/75R16LT 126/123Q Repulsor M/T Brand Rolling Big Power DOT Code (Date of Manufacture)
AJD6LCDE1418-1622 Only the 2045 Rolling Big Power 285/75R16LT 126/123Q Repulsor M/T produced from April 2, 2018 to April 10, 2022 are included as part of this recall. No other tires of this brand, model, and pattern are affected. What Should You Do? If you own the affected brand, model and pattern of tire and your tire(s) fall within the listed DOT Code production, please immediately stop using the recalled tires. If you replace the recalled tire(s) with other tire(s), SNC Tire will reimburse the total amount you paid for the replacement tire(s) up to the original retail price of the recalled tire(s) plus a fixed amount of $30 US dollars per tire for installation, rotation and disposal.
This replacement program will begin on November 7, 2022 and run for 180 days.
It is important that you act as soon as possible to determine whether your tires are covered by this campaign. If you have any questions whether your tires are covered by this notice or problems obtaining the needed replacement, please contact SNC Tire at the following email address: service@snctire.com.
If you have previously attempted to repair or replace one of the Rolling Big Power 285/75R16LT 126/123Q Repulsor M/T tires subject to this recall, for the same issue addressed by this recall, SNC Tire has a reimbursement program in place. Please see the enclosed description of SNC Tire’s Pre- Notification Remedy Plan.
Please be advised that you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov, if you believe that:
(A) The manufacturer, distributor, or dealer of a tire subject to this recall has failed or is unable to remedy the noncompliance without charge; OR
(B) The manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy the noncompliance without charge after the date specified in the notification on which replacement tires will be available.
We apologize for any inconvenience this recall may cause. Sincerely,
Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. (“SNC Tire”)
Reimbursement plan for pre-notification remedies:
Rolling Big Power 285/75R16LT 126/123Q Repulsor M/T DOT Code AJD6LCDE1418-1622
SNC Tire has established the following reimbursement plan to reimburse owners and purchasers for costs incurred for remedies obtained before they were notified of the recall on this product. Period for Reimbursement:
The earliest date to have purchased a qualifying pre-notification remedy is June 22, 2022.
The ending date of the reimbursement eligibility is 10 calendar days after the date on which SNC Tire has directed the mailing of the last of its notifications to owners/purchasers or 30 days after the conclusion of SNC Tire’s initial efforts to provide public notice of the existence of the possible noncompliance, whichever is later. Reimbursement Plan Exclusions:
A) If the pre-notification remedy did not address the noncompliance that led to the recall or a manifestation of the noncompliance.
B) If the pre-notification remedy was not reasonably necessary to correct the noncompliance that led to the recall or a manifestation of the noncompliance.
C) Failure to submit adequate documentation at the address provided. 1 Required Documents, if you have already purchased a remedy for the non- compliance during the period for reimbursement:
A) Name and mailing address of the claimant.
B) Identification of the product that was recalled (Tire brand, model, size, and DOT number).
C) NHTSA recall number.
D) Identification of the owner or purchaser of the recalled tire at the time that the pre-notification remedy was obtained.
E) A receipt for the pre-notification remedy, which may be an original or copy. The receipt shall identify the item and state the total amount paid for the tire that replaced the noncompliant tire.
F) An invoice or receipt showing purchase of the recalled tire.
G) Documentation demonstrating that the claimant had replaced a recalled tire that was on a vehicle that he, she, or a relative owned. Costs to be reimbursed:
A) The amount of reimbursement will be the amount paid by the owners for the pre-notification remedy up to the retail price of the recalled tire(s), plus a fixed amount of $30 US dollars per tire for installation, rotation and disposal. 2 3
Where to submit pre-notification claim documents:
Debra Moran ArentFox Schiff LLP
233 South Wacker Drive, Suite 7100
Chicago, IL 60606
SNC Tire will act upon a claim for reimbursement within 60 days of its receipt. If a claim is denied, SNC Tire will send a notice to the claimant within 60 days indicating statement of reasons for the denial.
If a claim for reimbursement is incomplete when originally submitted, SNC Tire will advise the claimant within 60 days of receipt of the claim of the documentation that is needed to resubmit the claim with complete documentation.
Should you have any questions please contact SNC Tire at: service@snctire.com.

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September 22, 2022
NHTSA Recall Number: 22T012
To: Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. (“SNC Tire”) Dealers
Subject: Important Safety Recall Notice
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
SNC Tire has determined that certain Rolling Big Power tires may not comply with FMVSS 139. Accordingly, in an abundance of caution, a voluntary recall is being initiated on these tires.
The noncompliance is associated with possible sidewall separation in the affected tires. If sidewall separation occurs while the vehicle is being operated, a loss of control or crash could occur.
Affected Tire Range: Product Description
285/75R16LT 126/123Q Repulsor M/T Brand
Rolling Big Power DOT Code (Date of Manufacture)
AJD6LCDE1418-1622 It has been determined that tires produced from April 2, 2018 to April 10, 2022 (DOT date range identified by factory code AJ and the last four digits of the DOT code are any number from 1418 to 1622) inclusive are in the affected range. A total number of 2045 tires are affected. No other tires are affected.
Please refer to the legend below to identify whether a tire(s) is in the affected brand, model, pattern, and date range. The affected tire’s brand is Rolling Big Power. The model is 285/75R16LT 126/123Q. The pattern is Repulsor M/T. The date of manufacture (DOT Code) can be found molded onto the tire near the bead. For the affected tires, the plant code (first two characters in the DOT Code) will be AJ and the last four characters will be any number from 1418 to 1622. Only a tire with all the identification (brand, model, pattern, and date range) as described above would be affected.
See example below: What Should You Do?
Only the 2045 Rolling Big Power 285/75R16LT 126/123Q Repulsor M/T produced from April 2, 2018 to April 10, 2022 are included as part of this recall. No other tires of this brand, model, and pattern are affected.
The owners may contact you to verify if their tires are included in this recall. If you have any of these recalled tires in your inventory or you have received any of the tires that are included in this recall (or found any such tire on a customer’s vehicle), please take the following steps:
1) Immediately stop selling and/or mounting these tires. It is a violation of Federal law to sell or lease the tires covered by this recall notification. NHTSA shall be notified of any sale of a new or used recalled tire for use on a motor vehicle.
2) Federal law requires that each recalled tire be disabled by the dealer within 24 hours after the tire has been received. Tires should be permanently disabled by drilling three holes in one sidewall and the complete DOT code should be removed from the tires. Ship disabled tires to a location of your own choice (as you would normally do for scrapped tires), provided that you comply with applicable state and local laws and regulations regarding disposal of tires. When possible, please direct scrapped and recalled tires into a program for positive reuse (shredding, crumbling, recycling, and recovery) or another alternative beneficial non-vehicular use.
3) If any owner brings an affected tire to you for a placement, please replace the recalled tired with an appropriate FMVSS 139-compliant tire, SNC Tire will reimburse the owner with total amount paid by the owners for the replacement tire(s) up to the retail price of the recalled tire(s) , plus a fixed amount of $ 30 US dollars per tire for installation and rotation.
4) If you have any affected tire in your inventory, please communicate with your distributor from whom you have purchased the tire and a refund of your purchase price plus a reimbursement of actual and reasonable disposal fee will be provided to you.
5) Communicate this notice with all personnel and employees involved with sales, maintenance, mounting, removal, destruction, or disposal of tires. If you have any questions, please contact SNC Tire at service@snctire.com or at [ ]. We apologize for any inconvenience this recall may have caused.
Sincerely,
Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd.

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. NOV 18, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22T-012 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd.
Address : c/o Theodore A. Parker
625 Main Street #37 Reading MA
01867
Company phone : 0539-2655299 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 2,045 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 %
Tire Information :
Tire Brand 1 : Rolling Big Power Tire Line : Repulsor M/T Tire Size : 285/75R16LT
Descriptive Information : Some tires of this model and size may experience impermissible lower sidewall damage during endurance testing. No other sizes or models are affected.
Production Dates : APR 02, 2018 – APR 10, 2022
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
Plant ID Size code Optional Code Begin M Code End M Code AJ D6LCDE NR 1418 1622 Description of Noncompliance :
Description of the Noncompliance :
Some tires of this model and size experience impermissible lower sidewall damage during endurance testing. FMVSS 1 : 139 – New pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If sidewall separation occurs while a vehicle is being driven, the tire could
suddenly lose pressure, causing a vehicle to lose control and possibly crash. Description of the Cause : Some tires of this model and size were manufactured with a thickness at the
RC-T point that was too thin to comply with the endurance testing
requirements of FMVSS 139. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The vehicle’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may detect a loss of pressure that could precede a sidewall separation.
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012 Page 2 Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
On or around June 22, 2022, the Company was notified by NHTSA that one of the subject tires had been deemed to have failed the endurance test requirement of FMVSS 139 Section 6.3.2(a) by showing signs of sidewall separation. The Company proceeded to investigate this allegation and submitted a Part 573 report on July 28, 2022. After further technical discussions with NHTSA, the Company has elected to recall all tires of this model and size that predate the submission of this updated Part 573 report. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The Company will reimburse the total amount paid for the replacement
tire(s) up to the retail price of the recalled tire(s), plus a fixed amount for installation and rotation. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The recalled tires will be replaced with FMVSS 139-compliant tires. The specifications of this model and size of tire are being redesigned. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : After consultation with NHTSA, the final recall scope was expanded and
the amended 573 was reported on 9/8/2022. 60 days from 9/8/2022 is 11/7/2022.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : SEP 12, 2022 – NOV 07, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : SEP 12, 2022 – NOV 07, 2022
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. JUL 28, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22T-012 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd.
Address : c/o Theodore A. Parker
625 Main Street #37 Reading MA
01867
Company phone : 0539-2655299 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 166 Estimated percentage with defect : 41 %
Tire Information :
Tire Brand 1 : Rolling Big Power Tire Line : Repulsor M/T Tire Size : 285/75R16LT
Descriptive Information : As detailed on July 20, 2022 in response to questions submitted by OVSC pursuant to OA-139-220618, the Company recognizes that a Rolling Big Power Repulsor M/T 285/75R16LT tire tested by OVSC from the 32nd week of 2020 was deemed to have failed the endurance test requirement of FMVSS 139 S.6.3.2
(a) by showing signs of sidewall separation. Although the Company has been unable to replicate this claimed non-compliance, the Company did have manufacturing issues during the week in question over the course of two shifts, encompassing 68 tires that have been distributed to the US, which could have generated the condition observed by OVSC. Out of abundance of caution, the Company proposes to recall 166 tires, namely all the tires of this model and size that were manufactured during the 32nd week of 2020, as a precautionary measure. No other tires are affected.
Production Dates : AUG 03, 2020 – AUG 09, 2020
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
Plant ID Size code Optional Code Begin M Code End M Code AJ D6LCDE NR 32 20 Description of Noncompliance : Description of the Noncompliance :
According to OVSC, one Rolling Big Power Repulsor M/T 285/75R16LT tire manufactured during the 32nd week of 2020 failed to meet the requirements of FMVSS 139 S6.3.2(a). The finding was contained within Report No. 139-
SSS-22-003, Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 139, dated June 22, 2022. FMVSS 1 : 139 – New pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012 Page 2 FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If sidewall separation occurs while a vehicle is being driven, the tire could
suddenly lose pressure, causing a vehicle to lose control and possibly crash.
Description of the Cause : The affected tires may have inadequate compression between the sidewall and carcass ply, creating the possibility of unintended sidewall separation. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The vehicle’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may detect a loss of pressure that could precede a sidewall separation. Involved Components : Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
On or around June 22, 2022, the Company was notified by NHTSA through OA-139-220618 that one of the subject tires had been deemed to have failed the endurance test requirement of FMVSS 139 S.6.3.2(a) by showing signs of sidewall separation. The Company proceeded to investigate this inquiry and found that while it could not confirm the alleged non-compliance, that manufacturing issues had arisen during the 32nd week of 2020 (August), which conceivably could explain the sidewall separation observed by OVSC. The manufacturing machine in question was promptly shut down and repaired, and samples of tires manufactured during the shifts surrounding the malfunction passed FMVSS 139 requirements for highway driving and endurance, as well as one cut tire test, before the remaining tires from these shifts were approved for sale. The tires also exceeded the additional margin of safety required by the Company for highway driving and endurance. The Company is thus unable to determine that any of the subject tires in fact do not comply with FMVSS 139.
However, in the interests of consumer safety and in abundance of caution, the Company has determined that it would be prudent to recall all 166 tires of this model and size that were manufactured during the same week in which the machine malfunction occurred. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
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Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : At its own expense, the Company will supply a replacement tire of the
same model and size from a different manufacturing batch. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The replacement product will have a date code from some week other than the 32nd week of 2020.
The recalled condition was corrected within one hour from first identification. Tires manufactured from any other week do not have the recalled condition.
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Will be supplemented.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. NOV 18, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22T-012 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd.
Address : c/o Theodore A. Parker
625 Main Street #37 Reading MA
01867
Company phone : 0539-2655299 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 2,045 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 %
Tire Information :
Tire Brand 1 : Rolling Big Power Tire Line : Repulsor M/T Tire Size : 285/75R16LT
Descriptive Information : Some tires of this model and size may experience impermissible lower sidewall damage during endurance testing. No other sizes or models are affected.
Production Dates : APR 02, 2018 – APR 10, 2022
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
Plant ID Size code Optional Code Begin M Code End M Code AJ D6LCDE NR 1418 1622 Description of Noncompliance :
Description of the Noncompliance :
Some tires of this model and size experience impermissible lower sidewall damage during endurance testing. FMVSS 1 : 139 – New pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If sidewall separation occurs while a vehicle is being driven, the tire could
suddenly lose pressure, causing a vehicle to lose control and possibly crash. Description of the Cause : Some tires of this model and size were manufactured with a thickness at the
RC-T point that was too thin to comply with the endurance testing
requirements of FMVSS 139. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The vehicle’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may detect a loss of pressure that could precede a sidewall separation.
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012 Page 2 Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
On or around June 22, 2022, the Company was notified by NHTSA that one of the subject tires had been deemed to have failed the endurance test requirement of FMVSS 139 Section 6.3.2(a) by showing signs of sidewall separation. The Company proceeded to investigate this allegation and submitted a Part 573 report on July 28, 2022. After further technical discussions with NHTSA, the Company has elected to recall all tires of this model and size that predate the submission of this updated Part 573 report. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The Company will reimburse the total amount paid for the replacement
tire(s) up to the retail price of the recalled tire(s), plus a fixed amount for installation and rotation. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The recalled tires will be replaced with FMVSS 139-compliant tires. The specifications of this model and size of tire are being redesigned. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : After consultation with NHTSA, the final recall scope was expanded and
the amended 573 was reported on 9/8/2022. 60 days from 9/8/2022 is 11/7/2022.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : SEP 12, 2022 – NOV 07, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : SEP 12, 2022 – NOV 07, 2022
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd. SEP 08, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22T-012 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Shandong New Continent Tire Co., Ltd.
Address : c/o Theodore A. Parker
625 Main Street #37 Reading MA
01867
Company phone : 0539-2655299 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 2,045 Estimated percentage with defect : 11 %
Tire Information :
Tire Brand 1 : Rolling Big Power Tire Line : Repulsor M/T Tire Size : 285/75R16LT
Descriptive Information : Some tires of this model and size may experience impermissible lower sidewall damage during endurance testing. No other sizes or models are affected.
Production Dates : APR 02, 2018 – APR 10, 2022
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
Plant ID Size code Optional Code Begin M Code End M Code AJ D6LCDE NR 1418 1622 Description of Noncompliance :
Description of the Noncompliance :
Some tires of this model and size experience impermissible lower sidewall damage during endurance testing. FMVSS 1 : 139 – New pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If sidewall separation occurs while a vehicle is being driven, the tire could
suddenly lose pressure, causing a vehicle to lose control and possibly crash. Description of the Cause : Some tires of this model and size were manufactured with a thickness at the
RC-T point that was too thin to comply with the endurance testing
requirements of FMVSS 139. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The vehicle’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may detect a loss of pressure that could precede a sidewall separation.
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012 Page 2 Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
On or around June 22, 2022, the Company was notified by NHTSA that one of the subject tires had been deemed to have failed the endurance test requirement of FMVSS 139 Section 6.3.2(a) by showing signs of sidewall separation. The Company proceeded to investigate this allegation and submitted a Part 573 report on July 28, 2022. After further technical discussions with NHTSA, the Company has elected to recall all tires of this model and size that predate the submission of this updated Part 573 report. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The Company will reimburse the total amount paid for the replacement
tire(s) up to the retail price of the recalled tire(s), plus a fixed amount for installation and rotation. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The recalled tires will be replaced with FMVSS 139-compliant tires. The specifications of this model and size of tire are being redesigned. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : This will be supplemented.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22T-012
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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