Vee Tyre and Rubber Co. Recalls Taiga AT Tires Due to Sidewall Cracking and Separation Risk
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Vee Tyre and Rubber Co., Ltd. is recalling 144 Taiga AT tires that may experience sidewall cracking and separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What Happened
Vee Tyre and Rubber Co., Ltd. (Vee Tyre) is recalling certain Taiga AT tires because the lower sidewall and inner liner may crack and separate. This defect means the tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, which regulates "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 144 units of the following product:
- Brand: Vee Rubber
- Model: Taiga AT (Size LT235/85R16 AT)
- NHTSA Campaign Number: 26T006000
- Manufacturer Recall Number: 20260116
What You Should Do
Consumers who own the affected tires should contact Vee Tyre's customer service at 1-212-564-7575. Dealers will replace the affected tires free of charge to resolve the safety issue. Owners may also reference Vee Tyre's specific recall number: 20260116.
Why This Matters
Tire separation can lead to sudden tire failure and a rapid loss of tire pressure. These conditions significantly increase the risk of a vehicle crash and potential injury.
Source
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under Campaign Number 26T006000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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