Recall Alert: Snow Tires
December 19, 2024 10:44 AM CDT
By: Laura McKenna
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There are more than 500,000 snow tires being recalled due to traction issues and you may not even know it yet. Tire owners haven’t officially been notified yet.
Letters are due to go out to tire owners in the beginning of February of 2025. Meanwhile, a remedy is under development.
Apparently the Prinx Chengshan Tire North America (PCTNA) company passed European tests but likely fail to comply with U.S. safety standards because they “do not have sufficient traction to perform in all snow weather conditions.” Snow tires without sufficient traction can increase the risk of a crash.
The recall involves around 541,632 Fortune Tormenta and Prinx Hicountry winter replacement tires, sold in more than 100 sizes. The recalled tires feature three-peak mountain snowflake symbols, so if those sound familiar, it’s wise to follow up.
Owners with questions may contact PCTNA customer service at 1-310-205-8355 extension 109.
Or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).
Stay safe out there!
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