Starco Pneumatic Tyre (trailer Wheel & Tyre): Tyre May Rapidly Deflate Without Warning

STARCO pneumatic trailer tyres may rapidly deflate without warning due to structural damage that can occur during the mounting process. This affects approximately 6,660 units distributed in the United Kingdom. The manufacturer will replace the affected wheel and tyre assemblies.

Recalling firm

STARCO GB LTD

Product

Vehicles: STARCO PNEUMATIC TYRE (TRAILER WHEEL & TYRE). Units affected: 6,660

Reason

Damage to the tyre structure could have occurred during the mounting of the tyre to the wheel. This can lead to severe tyre sidewall deformation and rapid deflation. Remedy: Recall the units in the UK that are likely to be affected and the wheel and tyre assembly will be changed.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-03-23

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/1e504a6d-edc2-4ae1-80fb-f2a548c30baf