Continental/loss of tread rib rubber
Defect Summary
Continental tire size 315/80r22.5 hsr1 for use on inner-city touring coaches produced between august 26, 2001, and june 22, 2002. these tires, under high speed, high load, and high ambient tempatures, can experience portions of the tread rib rubber to separate from the tire carcass.
Safety Consequence
Under these conditions, the driver could loose control of the vehicle possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Ctna will notify its customers and replace the subject tires with hsl eco tires free of charge. owner notification began september 2, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ctna at 704-583-8782.
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FAQ: Recall 02T011000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02T011000?
NHTSA recall 02T011000 was issued by Continental Tire The Americas, Llc on August 19, 2002. It addresses: Continental/loss of tread rib rubber. The recall affects approximately 3,505 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Continental Tire The Americas, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02T011000 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.