AAFES RECALL  NO. 09-067 RELEASE DATE: 7 July 2009 SUBJECT: QA HAZARDOUS RECALL – Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC recalls FIRESTONE - FR380 Tires

DISTRIBUTION: Worldwide Car Care Centers In co-operation with the National Highway Traffic Safety Agency (NHTSA) Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC is recalling following Tires because they were produced with insufficient tread base gauge. TIRE BRAND NAME / TIRE LINE / TIRE SIZE PRODUCTION DATES FIRESTONE / FR380 / P235/75R15 SEP 09, 2007 – JUL 02, 2008 HAZARD: Tires were produced with insufficient tread base gauge. Continued use of these tires may lead to vibration and groove cracking. Extended use could lead to tread distortion or tread separation and loss of vehicle control. Units Affected: 127183 Instructions for Consumers: Bridgestone will notify owners and replace any defective tires free of charge. Owners may also contact Bridgestone toll free at 1-800-465-1904 or visit their web site at www.Bridgestonetire.com for additional information. Home | History | About AAFES | Store Locator Contact AAFES | Employment | AAFES Sale Flyers | Online Shopping