Bridgestone Extends Firestone Tire Recall
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) has extended its 2008 tire recall to include an additional 127,000 tires that were manufactured in its Costa Rica plant in 2007 and 2008. The model being recalled is the Firestone brand FR380 P235/75 R15.
According to BATO, these particular tires were manufactured without sufficient tread base gauge which could then lead to vibration and groove cracking. Further extended use of these tires could then lead to tread distortion and tread separation and possible loss of control of the vehicle.
Anyone one using these tires should have them replaced immediately. BATO has said the tires will be replaced free of charge. Anyone who has questions about this recall or has questions about where they can get their tires replaced can call 1-800-465-1904.
