More than a half million snow tires recalled due to insufficient traction
The company said the tires passed European tests but likely fail to comply with U.S. safety standards because they "do not have sufficient traction to perform in all snow weather conditions."
The company said the tires passed European tests but likely fail to comply with U.S. safety standards because they "do not have sufficient traction to perform in all snow weather conditions." (Photo credit: Getty Images)
Prinx Chengshan Tire North America is recalling more than 541,000 winter tires sold in the U.S. because they do not provide sufficient traction, according to a notice posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Prinx Chengshan Tire North America (PCTNA) sent a letter to the NHTSA Monday notifying the public of the safety recall, which involves around 541,632 Fortune Tormenta and Prinx Hicountry winter replacement tires, sold in more than 100 sizes. The recalled tires feature three-peak mountain snowflake symbols.
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The company said the tires passed European tests but likely fail to comply with U.S. safety standards because they "do not have sufficient traction to perform in all snow weather conditions." Snow tires without sufficient traction can increase the risk of a crash.
PCTNA said a remedy is under development. The company said owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Feb. 1, 2025.
Owners with questions may contact PCTNA customer service at 1-310-205-8355 extension 109, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).
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