Volvo trucks/continental general/tire
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with continental general s380a 295/75r22.5 lr g tires, serial nos. A3371e5488 through a3371e5089. these tires have been overcured.
Safety Consequence
This condition can cause tire failure.
Corrective Action
Continental general is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will exchange the tire for an identical or reasonably equivalent tire.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Volvo Trucks North America or involving Tires.
FAQ: Recall 99V296001
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V296001?
NHTSA recall 99V296001 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on October 26, 1999. It addresses: Volvo trucks/continental general/tire. The recall affects approximately 20 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V296001 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.