Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Transit Bus Tires Recalled by Bridgestone

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Bridgestone America is recalling a little more than 4,000 tires used on intra-city transit buses.

The affected tires are Bridgestone R192 truck and bus tires, size 275/70R22.5, used on intra-city transit buses. The tires feature a sidewall wear indicator, which has a depth that may result in exposed body ply cord.

Over time, Bridgestone says this condition could result in the deterioration of the body ply cord, creating the potential for air loss at the location of the dimple. Air loss in the tire would increase the risk of a crash.

Bridgestone is replacing the tires, free of charge, starting in July. Owners can contact Bridgestone at 1-800-465-1904 orwww.firestonetire.com .

Metro Transit buses in the Twin Cities are not affected by the recall, as they use Michelin tires.

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