Recalls for OEM Parts Hercules P21575b15

DEFECT #1 - TIRES:SIDEWALL

Posted on: 1989-08-07
Description
Tires may develop a flex break in the lower sidewall prior to completing the required fmvss 109 endurance compliance testing.

Consequence
Tires failed to meet requirement of fmvss 109 forendurance testing.

Corrective Action
Tires will be replaced at no cost to consumer within 60 days from date of notification.

Notes
System:tires p215/75b15.vehicle category:passenger cars.dot identification: cooper: uphfcnc 179, 189, 199.  Giant: uphfcnc 179, 189, 199;uphfhke 179.  Hercules: uphfhke 179.

DEFECT #2 - TIRES:TREAD/BELT

Posted on: 1986-06-23
Description
Possibility tires may develop separation in the shoulder area during the endurance test of fmvss 109, new pneumatic tires.  Consequence of defect: continued use of the tire may cause the ply cords to break and the tubeless liner to tear and lose the inflating air.  Loss of air might result in loss of steering control with possible vehicle crash.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Tires will be replaced at no cost to the consumer within 60 days from date of notification.  Dot identification number: uphfden186, uphfehb186, uphfhke186, and uphgcnc186.

Notes
Vehicle category: passenger cars.  System: p215/75b15, load range b tires.