Tread chunking
Defect Summary
Del-nat tire corporation has notified nhtsa about a noncompliance in certain delta a/s sierradial tires, size 245/70r17, produced between november 22 and december 5, 2009. these tires fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 139, "new pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles." at various mileages, the subject tires may develop and exhibit tread chunking or cracking in the tread shoulder area.
Safety Consequence
Tread chunks may separate from the tire casing resulting in body damage to the vehicle or the driver may lose control resulting in a crash.
Corrective Action
Del-nat will notify owners and replace the tires free of charge. the safety recall began on march 10, 2010. owners may contact cooper tire customer relations toll-free at 1-800-854-6288 or del-nat consumer relations department at 1-901-775-5002.
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FAQ: Recall 10T008000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10T008000?
NHTSA recall 10T008000 was issued by Del-nat Tire Corporation on March 9, 2010. It addresses: Tread chunking. The recall affects approximately 629 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Del-nat Tire Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10T008000 or the manufacturer campaign number 01. 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.