Bridgestone Duravis R660 Eco Tyre Recall Issued Due to Tread Separation Risk

What Happened

Bridgestone has identified a safety issue where the Duravis R660 Eco tyre may be more susceptible to cuts and partial penetrations when used in rugged and wet environments. These conditions can lead to the oxidisation of the tyre belt, tread separation, and rapid air loss. Affected tyres may also exhibit bulging or tread deformation on the surface.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves the Duravis R660 Eco 215/65R16C 109/107 tyre. These tyres were supplied as original equipment for the following vehicles:

• Ford Transit Custom (Model Years 2024 and 2025)
• Ford Tourneo Custom (Model Years 2024 and 2025)

Additionally, these tyres were sold separately as replacement tyres through the Bridgestone network and other retailers for use on various other vehicles.

What You Should Do

Consumers are advised to take the following steps:

1. Inspect Tyres: Check for any signs of bulging in the tyre wall, tread deformation, or cuts. If any of these signs are present, stop using the tyre immediately.
2. Original Equipment: If the tyres are the original equipment on your vehicle, contact a local Bridgestone tyre store to arrange a free replacement.
3. Replacement Tyres: If the tyres were purchased as replacements, contact the original retailer or a Bridgestone tyre store for a free replacement.

For more information, consumers can contact Bridgestone at 1800 828 485, email [email protected], or visit www.bridgestone.com.au/safetyrecall.

Why This Matters

Tread separation or rapid air loss can significantly affect a vehicle’s handling, increasing the risk of an accident that could result in serious injury or death.

Source

ACCC Product Safety Australia