Kenda Tire Safety Recall

In early 2017, Kenda shipped 696 tires (Kenda Part #170018 235/75R15 KR17) with the following DOT #’s:

• K3D5ANA5116 and K3D5ANA5216

543 to Hesselbein Tire in Tulsa, OK
153 to Max Finkelstein in Westampton, N

• After shipment, it was determined that 542 of these tires didn’t pass production inspection and should not be in service. To properly identify the affected tires, there is a manufacturer identification number located on a label affixed to the inside of the tire (inner liner).
• Pictured as Below:

• The following manufacturer identification numbers with the DOT #’s should be identified, replaced with a new tire. The affected tires must be scrapped: 

• Following guidelines established by NHTSA, American Kenda is requesting its Distributors and Retailers to recall these tires. 

Below you will find downloadable files pertaining to the recall

Inspection Form (PDF)
Recall Submission Form (PDF)
Recall Instructions (PDF)
Recall Flowchart (PDF)
Consumer Gift Certificate of KR17 Recall (PDF)