Vehicle recallDVSA
Apollo Tyres Sales Vredestein Quatrac recalled over a tyre or wheel defect
Use of a contaminated compound in a limited number of tyres could result in a localised loss of adhesion between the steel belts.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Vredestein Quatrac
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 04/03/2024 – 07/03/2024
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- None provided
Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV
- Build dates
- 04/03/2024 – 07/03/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- None provided
Vredestein Quatrac Pro+
- Build dates
- 04/03/2024 – 07/03/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- None provided
Vredestein Ultrac
- Build dates
- 04/03/2024 – 07/03/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- None provided
Apollo Alnac 4G All Season
- Build dates
- 04/03/2024 – 07/03/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- None provided
What to do now
The issue is with tyres or wheels, which could lose pressure, crack or come loose.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
Why it matters. Tyre and wheel failures at speed can cause loss of control.
Repairs and costs
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.
If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/284). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Use of a contaminated compound in a limited number of tyres could result in a localised loss of adhesion between the steel belts.
Defect
Use of a contaminated compound in a limited number of tyres could result in a localised loss of adhesion between the steel belts.
Remedy
Contact the manufacturer/dealer from whom affected tyres were purchased and schedule an appointment for a free exchange of the tyres as soon as possible.
Models
Vredestein Quatrac, Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV, Vredestein Quatrac Pro+, Vredestein Ultrac, Apollo Alnac 4G All Season
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Questions
Why are Apollo Tyres Sales Vredestein Quatrac being recalled?
The issue is with tyres or wheels, which could lose pressure, crack or come loose. Tyre and wheel failures at speed can cause loss of control.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
Will the repair cost anything?
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.