Discount Tires

Discount Tire Recalls

Discount Tire recalled nearly 80,000 SUV and light truck replacement tires because of a defect that could increase the risk of a crash.

In February 2015, Discount Tire began to notice premature separations on its Pathfinder SAT light truck tires manufactured between Aug. 5, 2013, and May 19, 2015. According to papers filed with NHTSA, these replacement light truck tires may have been manufactured with an inner liner gauge that is lower than what is required in the tire’s specification. As a result, the tire tread may separate and cause rapid air pressure loss. Tread separations and air pressure loss increase the risk of a crash.

Owners have the option of receiving a free replacement tire, or they may choose to receive a full refund. Owners who have already purchased a replacement tire will be reimbursed by Discount Tire.

Has Your Tire Been Recalled?

If you are not sure if your tire is subject to a recall, call the manufacturer of the tire directly. For example, if you have a Discount Tire on your vehicle, you can call their customer service number at 1-866-892-8078.

Information about all tire recalls is available on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website. You can check the status of your tires by visiting safecar.gov and clicking on “Search for Recalls.”

How to Report a Problem with Your Tire

If you have experienced a tire failure, there are a number of organizations and associations you can contact for more information, including:

The National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
The Center for Auto Safety (CAS)
CarComplaints.com

Before contacting an organization, be sure you have key information handy to help these organizations investigate your claim:

Brand of tire
Line of the tire
Tire size
Specific DOT Number for your tire

When to Seek Legal Guidance

If your tire is under recall, it is likely the manufacturer will replace your tire for free or they will reimburse you for the cost of purchasing a new tire. Should a manufacturer choose not to replace a recalled tire or if they attempt to charge you for it, you can call the Vehicle Safety Hotline to file a complaint at (855) 971-1662, and you can report the issue to NHTSA.

If you have been injured because of a tire-related issue, you may want to contact an attorney experienced in tire defect litigation.

The Ammons Law Firm prides itself on our team of accomplished Houston tire defect attorneys who serve the entire United States. We make sure to investigate all potential claims you may have due to your tire’s failure. By reaching out to The Ammons Law Firm, you are taking the first step towards determining whether your tire may have been defective and if you are entitled to compensation.

To speak with a knowledgeable tire defect attorney in Houston today, please call us at (281) 801-5617 for your free consultation.

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