Philadelphia Car Accident Lawyers Blog

184 tires are being recalled by Bridgestone because they do not comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 119. That standard states that all tires for motor vehicles over 10,000 pounds must be branded with the maximum speed limit rate. The tires being recalled have not been branded and therefore the tread/belt can detach from the tire when used at speeds above 55 MPH. A tread detachment is a serious event that usually leads to the driver losing control of the vehicle which ultimately ends in tragedy. The tires in question are Firestone Brand FS400, size 315/80R22.5 Load Range L, Commercial Truck Tires manufactured between June 15 and June 28, 2008. Firestone dealers will replace the tires affected by the recall and remount the tires free of charge. If you own these vehicles and think and believe you have been harmed as a result please contact our attorneys for a consultation.