The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19T009000·Announced 2019-11-05

Cooper Europe Recalls Avon Cobra Chrome Motorcycle Tires for Deflation Risk

Cooper Europe is recalling specific Avon Cobra Chrome motorcycle tires because a thin innerliner may cause rapid deflation, increasing crash risk.

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 (rapid tire deflation leading to loss of control) where no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Europe Ltd. (Cooper Europe) is recalling certain Avon Cobra Chrome motorcycle tires, size 240/50R16, manufactured between April 8, 2018, and June 1, 2019. These tires have DOT date codes ranging from 1418 to 2119. The recall involves 163 units.

The defect involves the innerliner gauge, which may be too thin. This condition can result in a rapid deflation of the tire. Rapid tire deflation can reduce vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Cooper Europe will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cooper Tire customer service at 1-800-854-6288 or email [email protected]. Cooper Tire's number for this recall is 174. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
TIRES recall
Manufacturer
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Europe Ltd.
Category
Vehicle — Tires
Hazard
Affected units
163

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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