The defect
Zhaoqing Junhong Co., Ltd. (Zhaoquing) is recalling certain Antares Comfort A5 tires, size LT265/75R16 10PR 123/120S. The belt may separate from the tire. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
The risk
Belt separation may lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect times to confirm the production dates and replace tires, as necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2022. Owners may contact Zhaoqing's customer service at 1-758-363-7668.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · safety standard FMVSS 139 · part: tread/belt
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Antares | Comfort A5 | — |
Tire recalls in 2022
NHTSA received 17 tire recall campaigns in 2022, covering up to 335,752 tires. With 3,047 tires, this campaign ranks 11 of 17 by size that year.
More from Zhaoqing Junhong Co., Ltd
2 tire recall campaigns filed by Zhaoqing Junhong Co., Ltd; the latest are listed here.
| Campaign | Brands | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| 17T018000 12 Oct 2017 | Antares | 1,916 |