The defect
GITI Tire Company Ltd. (GITI) is recalling certain Runway P235/60 R16 Enduro 816 tires manufactured in the second week of 2013 (DOT code 0213). Due to a tire mold issue, the tires may develop splits in the shoulder.
The risk
The tires may experience rapid air loss while driving, possibly resulting in tire failure and increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
GITI will notify owners and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2013. Owners may contact GITI Tire at 1-866-488-4737.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Runway | Enduro 816 | — |
Tire recalls in 2013
NHTSA received 11 tire recall campaigns in 2013, covering up to 1,429,404 tires. With 218 tires, this campaign ranks 10 of 11 by size that year.
More from Giti Tire (USA) Ltd
3 tire recall campaigns filed by Giti Tire (USA) Ltd; the latest are listed here.
| Campaign | Brands | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| 17T013000 30 Jun 2017 | Primewell | 394,378 |
| 16T017000 6 Oct 2016 | Dextero,GT Radial,Primewell | 250,620 |