April 22, 2008
Pirelli Recalls 8,000 Light Truck Tires
ROME, GA – Pirelli Tire North America Inc. is recalling approximately 8,000 size
LT235/80R17 light truck tires, which are primarily used on large pickup trucks
and SUVs. The tires, all Load Range E, were built between Jul. 11, 2005, and
Oct. 30, 2007, at Pirelli facilities in Brazil, according to Modern Tire Dealer magazine.
“Under
adverse service conditions, the tires may experience partial tread separation
caused by higher than normal operating temperatures and extreme loads,” said
Pirelli officials. “There have been no reported accidents involving personal
injury with this tire.”