The defect
GITI Tire (USA) Ltd. (GITI) is recalling certain imported Primewell Valera Touring II tires, sizes 205/50R17 93V XL, 215/50R17 95V XL, 225/50R17 94V, 225/50R18 95T, and 205/65R16 95H, GT Radial Champiro Touring A/S tires, sizes 205/50R17 93V XL, 215/50R17 95V XL, 225/50R17 94V, 205/65R16 95H, and 225/50R18 95T, and Dextero Touring DTR1 tires, sizes 205/50R17 93V XL, 215/50R17 95V XL, 225/50R17 94V, manufactured by PT. Gajah Tunggal TBK in Indonesia. The affected replacement passenger car tires may develop cracks in the lower sidewall, potentially resulting in a loss of air.
The risk
A loss of air pressure may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
GITI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2016. Owners may contact GITI customer service at 1-877-342-0882.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · part: sidewall
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Dextero | Touring DTR1 | — |
| GT Radial | Champiro Touring A/S | — |
| Primewell | Valera Touring II | — |
Tire recalls in 2016
NHTSA received 12 tire recall campaigns in 2016, covering up to 335,982 tires. With 250,620 tires, this campaign ranks first 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 |
| 13T005000 10 Jun 2013 | Runway | 218 |