The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·13T007000·Announced 2013-07-23

Beijing Capital Tyre Recalls Autoguard LT245/75R16 Tires for Safety Standard Failures

Beijing Capital Tyre is recalling specific Autoguard LT245/75R16 tires manufactured in 2012 that failed federal safety endurance tests and contain incorrect load data.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (tires) where the defect increases the risk of a crash, but the source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities.

Plain-English summary

Beijing Capital Tyre Co., LTD is recalling certain Autoguard LT245/75R16 tires manufactured between June 25, 2012, and November 11, 2012. The recall involves 2,711 units. These tires failed the endurance test standards required by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139 and contain incorrect maximum load data on the sidewall.

The defect poses a safety risk because the tires may crack in the tread area, leading to sudden air loss and tire failure. Additionally, the incorrect load data may cause owners to unknowingly overload the tires, which can also lead to failure. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Beijing Capital Tyre will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires free of charge. The recall began on September 17, 2013. Owners may contact Tire & Wheel Master at 1-209-465-9000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
TIRES recall
Manufacturer
Beijing Capital Tyre Co., LTD
Category
Vehicle — Tires
Hazard
Affected units
2,711

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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