The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17T013000·Announced 2017-06-30

Giti Recalls Primewell Valera Touring II Tires Due to Sidewall Cracks

Giti Tire is recalling specific Primewell Valera Touring II tires because sidewall cracks may cause air loss and sudden tire failure.

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 sidewall cracks) that can cause sudden tire failure and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Giti Tire (USA) Ltd. is recalling certain Primewell Valera Touring II replacement passenger car tires. The affected sizes are 185/65R14 86H, 195/60R15 88H, 205/55R16 91H, 205/60R16 92V, 215/60R17 96H, and 235/60R17 102T.

The defect involves potential cracks in the lower sidewall of the tires, which can result in a loss of air. A loss of air pressure may lead to sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Giti will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Giti customer service at 1-866-488-4737 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
TIRES:SIDEWALL recall
Manufacturer
GITI Tire (USA) Ltd.
Category
Vehicle — Tires
Hazard
Affected units
394,378

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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