Pirelli has now officially recalled the affected motorcycle tires in Europe.
Metzeler / Pirelli recall campaign 11.2024
IP-Code Dimension Profil
2803200 150/70 R18 TL 70V Pirelli Scorpion Trail II
2803300 150/70 R18 TL 70V Metzeler Tourance Next
3961400 150/70 R18 TL 70V Metzeler Tourance Next II
4241000 150/70 ZR18 TL 70W Metzeler Tourance Next
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10092379?lang=en
For now only in the USA, but also in Europe, the signs indicate that a recall will be launched soon.
Some dealers have already been informed of this in a letter from Pirelli.
"We would like to inform you that we are currently reviewing possible performance issues with the Metzeler Tourance Next, Metzeler Tourance Next II and Pirelli Scorpion Trail II products in the specific rear axle size 150/70 R 18. All production weeks are involved. Solely as a precautionary measure, we ask that you hold back all relevant products currently in your warehouse and stop selling the products described below while our review continues."
NHTSA recalls Triumph motorcycles: Tire carcass has weak points
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a recall for Triumph motorcycles in October 2024 after the manufacturer pointed out possible tire problems. Affected are models with Tiger 1200 that were factory-equipped with Metzeler Tourance Next, Metzeler Tourance Next II or Pirelli Scorpion Trail II.
About 3100 tires was recalled in the US from Pirelli. All the recalled tires in the specific tire size 150/70 R18 was produced in Germany.
Studies have shown that the tire casing of these models is subject to accelerated wear under certain conditions, such as low tire pressure and high load. This can cause the steel belt to tear and the tread to separate from the tire. The result is a sudden loss of air, unstable handling and an increased risk of accidents.
Triumph dealers in the USA will replace the affected tires free of charge.
