Tread and belt separation
Defect Summary
Continental tire the americas, llc (continental) is recalling certain contiattack sm, contisportattack, contisportattack2, contiraceattack comp. Soft, contiraceattack comp. Medium, contiraceattack comp. Endurance, and contiroadattack 2 gtw motorcyle tires, in sizes 120/70zr17 and 120/70r17. for a complete list of affected tire indentification numbers and affected dates of production please see the "defect notice (part 573)" in the associated documents area. the subject tires may experience a separation between the tread, belt, and carcass resulting in a loss of tire inflation pressure.
Safety Consequence
A loss of tire inflation could increase the risk of a motorcycle crash.
Corrective Action
Continental will notify owners, and dealers will replace the subject tires with new tires, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in october 2014. owners may contact continental customer service at 1-800-847-3349.
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FAQ: Recall 14T009000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14T009000?
NHTSA recall 14T009000 was issued by Continental Tire The Americas, Llc on August 11, 2014. It addresses: Tread and belt separation. The recall affects approximately 11,991 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 14T009000 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.