The tires can be identified by brand, size, Department of Transportation (DOT) week codes and the tire mold number, which are also outlined below:
Brand: Continental
Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR* 315/35 R22 111Y XL
DOT serial numbers:
A3RR D7VC 5118
Tire mold number:
416190
Country:
Germany
Brand: General Tire
General Tire Grabber AT³ LT235/85 R16 120/116 S
DOT serial numbers:
A30R HMRA 0819
Tire mold number:
416165
Country:
Austria, Germany, Great Britain, Netherlands, Spain
General Tire Grabber AT³ LT235/85 R16 120/116 S
DOT serial numbers:
A30R HMRA 1318
Tire mold number:
416165
Country:
Great Britain
General Tire Grabber X³ LT265/70 R17 121/118 Q
DOT serial numbers:
A3AH HMMM 1518
Tire mold number:
414719
Country:
Great Britain
The impacted tires may experience sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to partial or full tread loss. Continental has not received any reports of accidents or injuries resulting from this condition. The tires will be exchanged in Austria, Germany, Great Britain, Spain and Netherlands.
Here you can find photos of the sidewall lettering to verify if your tires are affected.
Safety Warning:
We strongly recommend that you check if your tire is affected and if so ensure that the tire is exchanged as soon as possible.
Further information can be found in the FAQ section !