Mityre Australia Pty Ltd—Mitas Sport Force Motorcycle Tyres

PRA number

2014/14238

Published date

1 Aug 2014

Product description

Brand: Mitas
Tyre Sizes:
120/70 ZR17 (58W) TL SPORTFORCE MITAS
150/60 ZR17 (66W) TL SPORTFORCE MITAS
160/60 ZR17 (69W) TL SPORTFORCE MITAS
180/55 ZR17 (73W) TL SPORTFORCE MITAS
190/50 ZR17 (73W) TL SPORTFORCE MITAS

Identifying features

Article numbers: 3000559988000, 3000564627000, 3000559947000, 3000564638000, 3000567759000 DOT of the product (shown on sidewall): Range of DOT H3 0114 to DOT H3 2614, i.e. tyres manufactured between January 2014 (the first week of 2014) and June 2014 (the 24th week of 2014).

Other identifying numbers

Article numbers: 3000559988000, 3000564627000, 3000559947000, 3000564638000, 3000567759000

DOT of the product (shown on sidewall): Range of DOT H3 0114 to DOT H3 2614, i.e. tyres manufactured between January 2014 (the first week of 2014) and June 2014 (the 24th week of 2014).

Reasons the product is recalled

During sustained high speed riding a bulge may appear on the tread of the tyre causing vibration and, in the most extreme of cases, some of the tread may become detached. This problem has been simulated in controlled and very severe test conditions.

The hazards to consumers

If the defect occurs, the tyre may fail and poses a serious risk of injury to the rider.

What consumers should do

Cease using the product immediately. Return the affected product to the place of purchase and receive a full refund.

Supplier

Mityre Australia Pty Ltd

Traders who sold this product

Motorcycle and Tyre Retailers

Where the product was sold

Nationally

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