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Sam

 

I just saw this on pickuptrucks.com. Since there's been so much conversation on this forum, and others, about Continentals, I thought I'd share it.

Recall Alert: 2008-2009 Ford F-Series Super Duty Continental Tires - PickupTrucks.com News

ON EDIT: Looks like Sam and I thought the same thing at the same time... So, I have combined our threads. Great info in both.

 

Thanks for the info, John. I will have to check mine, but there is a very good chance that mine fall within those dates. But I bought them used on '09 wheels, so I will need to see if they will still cover them.

I guess the other question is, do I want another set of crappy tires?

 

If they do, get 'em and go to Discount and trade 'em. They should give you something decent for new tires.

 

That's a good idea. Maybe they will order them from General and give me credit toward something else without ever having to mount them.

 

hmm... I'm sure that my pickup falls into that... Thing is... I only have 4 of the contis left (one cut a sidewall so I replaced them all with BFG Rugged Trails)... It is probably worth trading out my spare... but would they take the other three, too?

 

I only have 4 also. I can't see why that would matter. I'm pretty sure the dealer won't be sending them back to General anyway. If you go to the dealer where you bought the new ones and explain the cut tire they might even replace all 5. Probably not because they will want to record s/n's.

 

I didn't get the tires from a Ford dealership. Bought them from a neighbor who owns and runs a tire shop.

 

Are you thinking the exchange would take place at a Ford dealer? That would be a problem for me too I think. I was hoping they would do it at any Continental tire dealer.

 

Wonder if you could do a trade up if they give you an allowance for those pieces of crap..I was just going to buy another brand because these get stuck and slip when you have a headwind..

 

From Continental Website

Called local tire shop they said they would not buy them becasue bad traction tire. LOL Was thinking when I had them replaced I could get new tires and trade in brand new Contis for something. GUESS NOT


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Q&A-Website

Continental Voluntary Tire Recall Program

March 2011



1.What tires are affected by this recall?

·Tire Name: Continental ContiTrac

Size: LT275/70R18 125/122S Load Range E Black Sidewall

DOT Serial Numbers: P515 46YB 4307 through P515 46YB 3708



·Tire Name: Continental ContiTrac TR

Size: LT275/70R18 125/122S Load Range E Outline White Letters

DOT Serial Numbers: P515 46U0 1807 through P515 46U0 2308



·Tire Name: Continental ContiTrac TR

Size: LT275/70R18 125/122S Load Range E Black Sidewall

DOT Serial Numbers: P515 46XB 2607 through P515 46XB 2408


2.What vehicles were equipped OE with these tires?

The model years impacted in the recall are as follows:



·2008 and 2009 Ford F250 and F350



3.What was wrong with the recalled tires?

These tires were manufactured after having passed all Federal regulatory standards, however these tires did not meet Continental's performance expectations in the field. Possible contributing factors to this issue could also be tires which are under-inflated, used under heavy load conditions or are exposed to higher-than-normal temperatures.


4.What tires will be used to replace the recall tires?

We will be providing tires of the same size and description:



·Tire Name: Continental ContiTrac

Size: LT275/70R18 125/122S Load Range E Black Sidewall



·Tire Name: Continental ContiTrac TR

Size: LT275/70R18 125/122S Load Range E Outline White Letters



·Tire Name: Continental ContiTrac TR

Size: LT275/70R18 125/122S Load Range E Black Sidewall


5.Where can I get more information on the recall?

Beside the information found on this website, you can call Customer Relations at 1-888-799-2168 or click here to inquire by email.



6.Does the consumer pay anything?

Authorized tires are offered at no charge to the consumer





7.How can the consumer find the D.O.T. number on the tires?

Example: DOT P515 46U0 0408
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Tires made for use in the United States are required to have the DOT serial number and date located on one sidewall of the tire near the rim. The sample shows a tire manufactured during the 4th week of 2008. If the date of manufacture is not present on the outside, it will be located on the opposite side of the tire.



8.What does a customer do when they have an immediate need to replace tires?

Call Customer Relations at 1-888-799-2168 or click here to inquire by email.


9.What if I already filed a claim?

Call Customer Relations at 1-888-799-2168 or click here to inquire by email.



10. What will Continental do for you?

CTA will make available replacement tires free of charge through October 15, 2011, including mounting, balancing and applicable taxes. We are in the process of notifying customers with further instructions.



Email: consumerinfo@conti-na.com | Phone: 888-799-2168 | Continental Tire the Americas, LLC. 1830 MacMillan Park Dr. Fort Mill, SC 29707

 

You couldn't give me 4 Continental tires. My 05 had them and my 06 had them and the 05 had 30,000 miles and needed replaceing the 06 lsted to 35,000 miles. I rather walk!

 

hmm... 18"?

maybe my 17s don't fall under this

 

So, you get new Continentals?

 

Gee, if only they would have done this 2+ years ago when I scrapped mine for Michelins after only 2500 miles. absolutely the most squirelly tire, truck or passenger car, I've ever had in 35 years of driving.