NHTSATIRES
Hankook Tire America Corp. - Incorrect Tire Identification Number/FMVSS 574
Published: June 3, 2024Recall ID: 24T007000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Missing TIN information can make it difficult for tire owners to identify a tire involved in a recall. Owners may continue to drive on recalled tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Hankook Tire America Corp. (Hankook) is recalling certain Kinergy GT tires, size 235/60R18H H436. The tires contain a tire identification number (TIN) that is missing the 4-digit week and year code mark. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 574, "Tire Identification & Recordkeeping."
Affected Products
Incorrect Tire Identification Number/FMVSS 574
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Incorrect Tire Identification Number/FMVSS 574 |
| Nhtsa id | 24T007000 |
| Component | TIRES |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24T007000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Tire |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Hankook Tire America Corp. |
| Defect summary | Hankook Tire America Corp. (Hankook) is recalling certain Kinergy GT tires, size 235/60R18H H436. The tires contain a tire identification number (TIN) that is missing the 4-digit week and year code mark. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 574, "Tire Identification & Recordkeeping." |
| Corrective action | Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The affected vehicle manufacturer will mail letters to owners. Owners may contact Hankook customer service at 1-800-426-5665. |
| Consequence summary | Missing TIN information can make it difficult for tire owners to identify a tire involved in a recall. Owners may continue to drive on recalled tires, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially affected | 9 |
| Report received date | 2024-06-03T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |