Michelin Pilot Power 2CT Failure

[MichaelPadway]

A trial lawyer who handles major injury cases recently called me to consult on the motorcycle aspects of a motorcycle accident caused by a tire failure. The failed tire was a Michelin Pilot 2CT.

Michelin has a recall on this tire, but claims that they have had no injury-casing failures. This claim seems doubtful, given that this is not the first inquiry I have had regarding an injury claim from the failure of this type of tire.

Michelin says they have no incidents of failure, and no injuries. The recall is being done in conjunction with NHTSA, so I would assume if this is causing injuries, that NHTSA will be contacted by some of the injured riders.

Michelin has been an innovative tire company and has produced many excellent tires. Hopefully, I am just being exposed to the rare case in which the tire failed, causing a crash. On the other hand, I would certainly be interested in other cases of the tire failure causing an injury.

A trial lawyer who handles major injury cases recently called me to consult on the motorcycle aspects of a motorcycle accident caused by a tire failure. The failed tire was a Michelin Pilot 2CT.

Michelin has a recall on this tire, but claims that they have had no injury-casing failures. This claim seems doubtful, given that this is not the first inquiry I have had regarding an injury claim from the failure of this type of tire.

Michelin says they have no incidents of failure, and no injuries. The recall is being done in conjunction with NHTSA, so I would assume if this is causing injuries, that NHTSA will be contacted by some of the injured riders.

Michelin has been an innovative tire company and has produced many excellent tires. Hopefully, I am just being exposed to the rare case in which the tire failed, causing a crash. On the other hand, I would certainly be interested in other cases of the tire failure causing an injury.

[Davecm203]

An ambulance chaser spamming us?

[Davecm203]

Michelin Announces Motorcycle Tire Recall



To date, no accidents or injuries reported

Release date: June 15, 2007 GREENVILLE, S.C. --



SafetyRecall61507.doc

Michelin has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Transport Canada that it is recalling Michelin® Pilot® Power 2CT and Pilot® Power 120/70 ZR 17 (58W) front motorcycle tires with the "Made in France" markings in the United States and Canada. This recall involves these specific tires only and has no impact on any other Michelin tires. Related actions are under way in other countries.



An examination of these tires showed a possible defect in the tread due to a manufacturing irregularity. No cases of pressure loss have been reported and no accidents have occurred.



Because rider safety is the primary concern, Michelin has decided as a precaution to replace the 120/70 ZR 17 (58W) Michelin Pilot Power 2CT and Michelin Pilot Power front tires, which can be identified by the following markings on the sidewall:



a "Made in France" label

DOT 6UCW 980T or DOT 6UCW 979T



Any consumer in the United States or Canada who believes they are affected by the recall should not wait to receive notification but should call Michelin Consumer Relations at 1 866 324 2835.



The company will be replacing all potentially affected tires in a comprehensive commitment to retrieve from the market any tire that does not meet Michelin quality standards. Replacement tires are available at no cost (including mounting and balancing) to consumers through participating Michelin® motorcycle tire servicing retailers.


If you are having difficulty identifying your tire's DOT code, please ask your local tire dealer to assist you or call Michelin Consumer Relations at 1 866 324 2835.

[bikerbabe]

From Wisconsin!!!!!