The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·13T002000·Announced 2013-02-11

Hercules ALL TRAC A/T Tires Recalled for Tread and Belt Separation

Hercules Tire is recalling specific ALL TRAC A/T tires due to a risk of tread and belt separation, which could cause loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (tire tread/belt separation) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and crashes, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Hercules Tire & Rubber Company is recalling certain Hercules ALL TRAC A/T 10-ply Load Range E tires. The recall covers specific sizes and DOT serial numbers, including LT215/85R16, LT235/85R16, LT245/75R16, LT265/75R16, LT265/70R17, LT245/75R17, and LT225/75R16.

The affected tires can experience in-service belt and tread separations. If a separation occurs, the driver could lose control of the vehicle without warning, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The recall began on February 27, 2013. Hercules Tire will notify owners and replace the affected tires free of charge, including mounting and balancing. Owners may contact Hercules Tire at 1-888-965-5795 or by email at [email protected] for more information.

The recalled product

Product
TIRES:TREAD/BELT recall
Manufacturer
Hercules Tire & Rubber Company
Category
Vehicle — Tires
Hazard
Affected units
102,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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