NHTSA investigationPE00040
Investigation PE00040: Vehicles
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Sep 29, 2000
- Closed
- Apr 9, 2002
- Model years
- —
Subject
Tire tread separation
Component: Tires
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.