The defect
Apollo Tires (US) Inc. (Apollo Tires) is recalling certain Vredestein Hitrac, Quatrac, and Quatrac Pro+ tires. A contaminated compound may cause the steel belts to separate.
The risk
Belt separation can lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2024. Owners may contact Apollo Tires customer service at 1-877-2340-867 or contact.us@apollotyres.com.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · part: tread/belt
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Apollo Tires | Hitrac | — |
| Vredestein | Quatrac | — |
| Vredestein | Quatrac Pro+ | — |
| Vredestein | Quatrac XL | — |
Tire recalls in 2024
NHTSA received 12 tire recall campaigns in 2024, covering up to 1,366,468 tires. With 194 tires, this campaign ranks 8 of 12 by size that year.