WASHINGTON (March 24, 2010)—In the latest recall of size 245/70R17 tires made by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. for various private branders, Nokian Tyres Inc. has recalled 460 Nokian Vatiiva H/T tires manufactured between Nov. 29 and Dec. 12, 2010.
As with the tires in previous recalls, the Nokian tires may develop tread chunking or cracking in the tread shoulder area, causing either vehicle damage or loss of control if tread chunks separate from the casing.
Nokian began the recall March 8. Owners of the tires may call either Cooper customer relations toll-free at 800-854-6288 or Nokian Tyres consumer relations toll-free at 800-565-2525.