Starco Pneumatic Tyre (trailer Wheel & Tyre) recall: Tyre may rapidly deflate without warning
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Damage to the tyre structure could have occurred during the mounting of the tyre to the wheel. This can lead to severe tyre sidewall deformation and rapid deflation.
- What to do
- Contact a Starco dealer to book the free repair. Recall the units in the UK that are likely to be affected and the wheel and tyre assembly will be changed.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Damage to the tyre structure could have occurred during the mounting of the tyre to the wheel. This can lead to severe tyre sidewall deformation and rapid deflation.
The fix
Recall the units in the UK that are likely to be affected and the wheel and tyre assembly will be changed.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pneumatic Tyre (trailer Wheel & Tyre) | 1 Apr 2016 | 3 Mar 2017 | 6,660 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 23 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.