Michelin Pilot Power recall

[lth]

http://tinyurl.com/2kw55z

http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/i...howtopic=33563

[*GSXR~SNAIL*]

Good info. Nice post!

[~Barn~]

Nice post. This should be stickied through the end of the month or something.

Bump it!

[Dr. Joe Siphek]

Thanks...i called about my front pilot power.

Affected models are:
DOT# ending in 6UCW
Made in France

The people are in Customer Service were great!

[rybo]

Trav,

was your's affected? I've got these on three different sets of wheels. This could be fun.

[rider955i]

I just had the pilot powers put on 120 70 17, but I have made in Spain and a different DOT #. Close call. I was hoping it was for the rears if anything so I could go burn burn it up and get a free replacement.

[Repsol a095]

Scott,
Can you check mine when you get home?

[denverbusa]

I had a set of CT2's just changed yesterday down at faster. Gotta call jason make sure they are not in the dumpster and gone already. They could be more valuable than I thought!

Anyone buy a recalled set from performance?

[Dr. Joe Siphek]

Trav,

was your's affected? I've got these on three different sets of wheels. This could be fun.

Unfortunately No...mine were produced out of spain. I was hoping, cause my front is already through (1) rears use. Oh well

[500rgurl]

Thanks for the info! now I have to remember to check my tires when I get home...

[Jason ON]

More Info

[Gramps]

wait until you call michelin


they have no clue on where you should go get this new tire

[Toner]

Great post, thanks for the heads up! I called, they created a case number for me, all I have to do is take it to Rocky Mountain Cycles and get it replaced.

[counterfit zx10r]

I work at OTD cycles in Denver, the only tires that are affected are the 2CT's, not all pilot powers. Also, most distributors are backordered now untill early/mid July. I know we don't have any in stock but you might get lucky and find other dealers who carry the 2CT's and has the front without the affected DOT codes.

[eklew]

So only 2CT's ???? Regular Pilot Power owners need not worry?

[rybo]

Both are possible according to the press releases from Michellin. Check the DOT numbers.

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[counterfit zx10r]

just read the michelin release and it is both the 2ct's and the regular pilot powers. The first few things i read about it said it was just the 2ct's. I guess it's hard to get all the details right on the very first day of the recall. my bad on that one

[mushin_man39]

Michelin is one of my sponsors.... I'm not too concerned. At least they stepped up.

Michelin Announces Motorcycle Tire Recall


To date, no accidents or injuries reported

GREENVILLE, S.C., June 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Michelin has notified the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Transport Canada
that it is recalling Michelin(R) Pilot(R) Power 2CT and Pilot(R) 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(R) motorcycle tire servicing retailers.
About Michelin
Dedicated to the improvement of sustainable mobility, Michelin designs,
manufactures and sells tires for every type of vehicle, including
airplanes, automobiles, bicycles, earthmovers, farm equipment, heavy-duty
trucks, motorcycles and the space shuttle. The company also publishes
travel guides, hotel and restaurant guides, maps and road atlases.
Headquartered in Greenville, S.C., Michelin North America
(http://www.michelin.com) employs more than 22,000 and operates 19 major
manufacturing plants in 17 locations.
About the DOT Code and Tire Identification Number
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) markings serve as the
tire's fingerprint and signify compliance with U.S. Tire Safety Standards.
The DOT code can be found on the sidewall right above the rim printed in
small type less than half an inch tall.
Make sure your tire is of the make and model:
Michelin(R) Pilot(R) Power 2CT or Michelin(R) Pilot(R) Power 120/70 ZR
17 (58W)
Then, look for a DOT code 6UCW 980T or DOT 6UCW 979T on the sidewall.
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.

[denverbusa]

Picked my old one up out of the trash pile at Faster and it was the correct code. So I get a freebie!

Although I replaced the Mich's with Dunlops Qualifiers because I got horrible mileage out of the 2CT's. Around 1200 miles is all I got, compared to 2500+ miles (the + is from nursing them through the winter easy driving months) on the last pair of Dunlops. I'm not dissin' too much on Michelin because I felt extremely confident on the tires. I know the Busa has a tendancy to eat up rears and I have to deal with it. So for my money I'll stick with the Dunlops or maybe try some other tires next time.

Any one need a new 2CT? Once they get inventory in that is. I'll trade it for a Qualifier, and you can save a few bucks.

[konichd]

Proving once again Dunlop Qualifiers are the best

[rideco]

Whew!!! made in spain here. Great post and thanks for the info.....
mike

[Andiamó]

Check your tires.

http://sev.prnewswire.com/auto/20070...5062007-1.html

[Bueller]

Thanks, but......
http://www.cosportbikeclub.org/forum...ad.php?t=13880

[TFOGGuys]

We are waiting to hear what the procedure is for processing these tires. We do have a limited stock of the Spanish fronts which we are holding until we hear back from Michelin. As of now, the only tires affected by the recall are Pilot Power and Pilot Power 2CT 120/70/17 front tires made in France, with DOT numbers starting with 6UCW 980T or DOT 6UCW 979T. Any consumer in the United States who believes they are affected by the recall should call Michelin Consumer Relations at 1 866 324 2835, and they will assign a case number and provide further information on how to get the tires replaced. I will be posting additional information as it becomes available.