Tyres for motorcycles
| Alert Number | 0619/07 |
| Brand | Michelin |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | Dimension 120/70 ZR 17 for models Michelin Pilot Power 2CT and Michelin Pilot Power. |
| Published | 29 June 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of injuries because there is a possibility of a fault in the body of the tyre which causes deformation and material segregation in case of long usage under high-speed conditions. This could lead to reduction of the tyre’s pressure and to a possible loss of control of the vehicle.Five incidents have reported but none of them led to an accident.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer. Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Tyres for the front wheel of motorcycles, dimension 120/70 ZR 17 for models Michelin Pilot Power 2CT and Michelin Pilot Power, bearing the following indications on the side: a) “MADE IN FRANCE" and b) "DOT 6UCW 980T" or "DOT 6UCW 979T".