Safety Recall NHTSA · 00T004000 Reported June 2, 2000

Metzeler/motorcycle tire

Metzeler Motorcycle Tire · N/A · 2,235 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
00T004000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,235
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
June 2, 2000

Defect Summary

Tire description: me 880 marathon front tire, size 130/70 r 18 and me 880 marathon rear tire, size 160/80 r 16. the vehicle becomes unstable and will begin to weave at speeds in excess of 60 mph.

Safety Consequence

The driver could loose control possibly resulting in a crash causing personal injury.

Corrective Action

The recalled tires will be replaced at no charge to the consumer.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Metzeler Motorcycle Tire dealer and reference recall ID 00T004000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 00T004000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 00T004000?

NHTSA recall 00T004000 was issued by Metzeler Motorcycle Tire on June 2, 2000. It addresses: Metzeler/motorcycle tire. The recall affects approximately 2,235 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Metzeler Motorcycle Tire dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00T004000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.