The defect
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC. (Continental Tire) is recalling certain Conti Hybrid HS3 tires, size 11R22.5 Load Range G, with tire identification numbers (TIN) A33TKWUX and DOT date codes of 0918 through 1118. Cords may be visible through the innerliner.
The risk
Tires with visible cords through the innerliner may have a sudden loss of air, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Continental Tire will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Continental Tire customer service at 1-888-799-2168.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Continental | Conti Hybrid HS3 | — |
Tire recalls in 2018
NHTSA received 10 tire recall campaigns in 2018, covering up to 63,328 tires. With 655 tires, this campaign ranks 9 of 10 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 |
| 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 |
| 14T012000 8 Oct 2014 | Continental | 5,993 |
| 14T009000 11 Aug 2014 | Continental | 11,991 |
| 13T001000 23 Jan 2013 | Continental | 1,317 |