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Michelin 305/50r20 120h

Component

Tires

Consequence of Defect

michelin cross terrain suv tires, size 305/50r20 120h, built during weeks 50 and 51, 2003. these tire fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 109, "new pneumatic tires." the tires do not meet the strength requirements for the extra load tire category.

Corrective Action

these tires are more susceptible to failure following impact with road hazards. a vehicle crash could occur without warning should the tire be damaged from impact with road hazards, possibly resulting in personal injuries or even death.

Recall Notes

michelin will notify its customers and replace the noncompliant tires free of charge to the consumer. owner notification began february 27, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact michelin at 1-800-847-3435 between 8:30am and 6:00pm eastern standard time.