This Limited Protection Policy applies to Ironman brand tires purchased on or after
July 1, 2018, or, in the absence of proof of purchase, tires with a manufacturing
DOT code reading DOT 2518 or later.
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible tires are covered by this Limited Protection Policy for a period of 60 months from the
date of original tire manufacture date or purchase date. Without proof of purchase, date of
manufacture will be used to determine age.
This Limited Protection Policy applies to the original owner of new Ironman brand SUV/P-Metric/
Light Truck and Passenger tires that are new replacement market tires bearing the Ironman
brand name and D.O.T. Tire Identification Number, operated in normal service, and used on the
same vehicle on which they were originally installed according to the vehicle manufacturer’s
recommendations. Tire(s) on any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United
States and Canada are excluded from eligibility under this Limited Protection Policy.
When used in normal noncommercial service, SUV/P-Metric/Light Truck and Passenger tires which
become unserviceable due to defects in workmanship and material will be replaced on a “no
charge” basis during the first 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of original usable tread. The cost
of mounting, balancing and any other service charges including applicable taxes are excluded
from reimbursement. Thereafter, the adjustment replacement price will be based upon tread wear
prorated upon the basis of the original purchase price. Tires are considered 100% worn when
the remaining tread depth is 2/32nds of an inch or less. Cosmetically blemished (“blem”) tires
are not adjustable. Out of balance, out of round or ride disturbance tire adjustments will only be
made during the first 2/32nds of an inch of the original usable tread depth. Three (3) or more tires
from the same vehicle will not be accepted. All Ironman brand tire adjustments will be subject
to and made in conformity with the following conditions and exclusions of the Ironman Limited
Protection Policy
Hercules Tire & Rubber Co. cares about your safety and your tires. Please drive responsibly
and maintain your vehicle properly.
To be eligible, you need to present your original tire sales invoice showing date of purchase,
along with this Limited Protection Policy, with the Information Section completed. You are
responsible for payment of all applicable taxes, demounting, mounting and balancing charges
set forth under this Coverage. You are also responsible for payment of local tire disposal fees
and any parts or service regardless of mileage or months of service. This includes payment for
tire rotation, alignment, towing, road service and valve stems and all applicable taxes.
Tires replaced on an adjustment basis become the property of the Company. You will be required
to sign the Ironman Limited Protection Policy Claim Form.
Adjustment procedures are described in the Owner’s General Obligation section. Complete and
sign an Ironman Limited Protection Policy Claim Form which is available at any authorized dealer.
ROAD HAZARD PROTECTION POLICY
This Road Hazard Protection Policy is valid from the date of purchase for two (2) years or when
the tire reaches 50% of usable tread depth, whichever comes first. When an eligible tire is
damaged during the first 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of treadwear or first 12 months from
date of purchase, whichever comes first, the tire will be replaced with a comparable Ironman
brand tire free of charge. Coverage is prorated via an adjustment procedure after the free
replacement period on eligible tires for up to 50% of usable tread depth, or up to two (2) years,
whichever comes first.
ROAD HAZARD EXCLUSIONS:
This Road Hazard Protection Policy excludes Ironman Tires Medium Truck tires. All
exclusions described under the section of “What is not covered” within this Limited
Protection Policy and other exclusions include, but are not limited to, effects caused by:
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to a vandalism.
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to an accident.
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to commercial, industrial or agricultural use.
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to racing.
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to off-road use.
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to snow chains or studs.
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to rapid or irregular wear.
- A tire that is damaged/failed due to wear from worn mechanical components on the vehicle.
- Tires transferred from the vehicle on which they were originally installed.
- Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of vehicle or consequential damage.
- Any tires used on any emergency response vehicle.
- Repairable under USTMA guidelines.
- Tires that reflect damage due to continued run flat or acute under-inflation.
- Tire series 40 and lower (i.e. 40,35,30,25 and 20).
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED PROTECTION POLICY
THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT COVERED:
- Hercules Tire & Rubber Co. does not warrant any repaired or cosmetically blemished
(“blem”) tire.
- Improper operation or maintenance: This includes, but is not limited to, effects caused by:
Improper tire inflation and/or improper load/speed practices.
Improper or insufficient tire rotation.
Damage due to:
- Rim irregularities or rim damage.
- Snow chains.
- Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems, and vehicle wheel alignment.
- Extreme temperature exposure.
- Negligent and abusive driving such as tire spinning, or racing.
- Improper tire storage.
- Automotive accident.
- Chemical corrosion or fire.
- Use contrary to the vehicle manufacturer’s tire recommendations.
- Improper stud size and/or installation.
- Improper mounting or demounting.l) Alteration: such as, but not limited to, adding
a white inlay on blackwall, tread regrooving, tire truing or siping, or adding sealant
materials to the tire.
- Weather checking/cracking: not covered after 24 months from the date of purchase.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply.