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Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart III 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) recalled over a tyre or wheel defect
Tyres identified by the following DOT numbers on the sidewall; 1DK8B 6F1M 3423 1DK8B 6F1M 3523 1DK8B 6F1M 3623 1DK8B 6F1M 4623 AND 1DK8B 6F1M 4723 may be affected by a condition which is not visible and that may lead to a tread separation. The separation may lead to a loss of control of the motorcycle resulting in potential injuries.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart III 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 21/08/2023 – 26/11/2023
What to do now
The issue is with tyres or wheels, which could lose pressure, crack or come loose.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
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 (RTW/2023/001). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Tyres identified by the following DOT numbers on the sidewall; 1DK8B 6F1M 3423 1DK8B 6F1M 3523 1DK8B 6F1M 3623 1DK8B 6F1M 4623 AND 1DK8B 6F1M 4723 may be affected by a condition which is not visible and that may lead to a tread separation. The separation may lead to a loss of control of the motorcycle resulting in potential injuries.
Defect
Tyres identified by the following DOT numbers on the sidewall; 1DK8B 6F1M 3423 1DK8B 6F1M 3523 1DK8B 6F1M 3623 1DK8B 6F1M 4623 AND 1DK8B 6F1M 4723 may be affected by a condition which is not visible and that may lead to a tread separation. The separation may lead to a loss of control of the motorcycle resulting in potential injuries
Remedy
If customers have tyres in scope or believe they have tyres in scope they should contact their tyre dealer who will return the tyres to Goodyear through the standard warranty process.�
Models
Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart III 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
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Questions
Why are Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart III 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) 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?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
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.