Fmvss 119/premature tire wear
Defect Summary
Certain continental contitrac tr owl, contitrac tr bsw, general grabber tr bsw, and contitrac bsw tires manufactured between may 29 and june 11, 2005, and sold as original equipment on certain ford trucks and sold as replacement tires. these tires can wear prematurely which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 119, new pneumatic tires for vehicles other than passenger cars.
Safety Consequence
Affected tires may not meet the endurance test requirements of the standard. continued use of the affected tires can result in tire failure which could lead to vehicle damage or motor vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Continental will notify owners and replace the tires free of charge. the recall began on december 7, 2005. owners may contact continental at 704-588-5895.
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FAQ: Recall 05T022000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05T022000?
NHTSA recall 05T022000 was issued by Continental Tire The Americas, Llc on November 21, 2005. It addresses: Fmvss 119/premature tire wear. The recall affects approximately 34,396 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 05T022000 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.