Continental Contitrac TR LT275/70R18, Contitrac LT275/70R18: Tires

Affects Continental Contitrac TR LT275/70R18, Contitrac LT275/70R18 · 2007–2008 — about 3K vehicles.

The hazard

Certain tires may experience uneven wear, vibration, or, particularly under conditions of overloading or under inflation in high ambient temperatures, separation between the belt edges, which could lead to tread detachment. Tire failure could cause the driver to lose vehicle control, which may result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Retailers will replace affected tires.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational