Sumitomo · United States · High
Sumitomo ST528, ST709SE +8 more: Tires — bead
Affects Sumitomo ST528, ST709SE, ST788SE, ST948SE, ST719SE, ST908N, ST900, ST710SE, ST778+SE, ST938 · — — about 7K vehicles.
The hazard
Tire bead separation can increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
Sumitomo will notify owners and replace the affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 7, 2022. Owners may contact Sumitomo customer service at 1-800-845-8378.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational