The defect
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is recalling certain ProContact GX SSR MOE tires, size 225/45R18 95H XL, manufactured June 22, 2014, to July 28, 2014, used for front axle fitment on 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles. The affected tires may have been deformed during the curing process, and could cause the tire tread to appear distorted when inflated.
The risk
A tire that was deformed during the curing process may suddenly fail during use, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
CTA has notified owners, and tire dealers or Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2014. Owners may contact CTA customer service at 1-888-799-2168.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Continental | Procontact GX SSR Moe | — |
Tire recalls in 2014
NHTSA received 13 tire recall campaigns in 2014, covering up to 368,720 tires. With 5,993 tires, this campaign ranks 8 of 13 by size that year.
More from Continental Tire The Americas, LLC
11 tire recall campaigns filed by Continental Tire The Americas, LLC; the latest are listed here.
| Campaign | Brands | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| 20T018000 24 Sept 2020 | Continental,General Tire | 11,728 |
| 18T012000 11 Sept 2018 | Continental | 1,990 |
| 18T008000 5 Jun 2018 | Continental | 3,917 |
| 18T006000 16 May 2018 | Continental | 655 |
| 17T002000 20 Jan 2017 | General Tire | 325 |
| 16T016000 5 Oct 2016 | Continental | 14,567 |
| 15T014000 17 Jul 2015 | Continental | 4,884 |
| 15T012000 13 Jul 2015 | Continental | 3,826 |
| 14T009000 11 Aug 2014 | Continental | 11,991 |
| 13T001000 23 Jan 2013 | Continental | 1,317 |