The defect
ITG Voma Corporation (ITG Voma) is recalling certain Capitol Precision Trac II tires, sizes 245/70R17, 235/70R16, 235/75R15, 245/70R16, 245/75R16, 255/70R16, and 265/75R16. The affected tires may experience a tread separation.
The risk
A tire tread separation may result in sudden air loss, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The remedy
ITG Voma will notify the distributor, American Tire Distributors, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact American Tire Distributors at 1-704-992-2000.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · part: tread/belt
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Capitol | Precision Trac II | — |
Tire recalls in 2014
NHTSA received 13 tire recall campaigns in 2014, covering up to 368,720 tires. With 94,890 tires, this campaign ranks 2 of 13 by size that year.