The defect
Yokohama Tire Corporation (Yokohama) is recalling certain Yokohama RY023 tires, size 295/75R22.5 (14G), that have DOT date code 2318. The rubber compound may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the tread separating from the casing. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other than Passenger Cars."
The risk
If the tread separates, the driver may experience a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Yokohama has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Yokohama customer service at 1-800-722-9888.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Yokohama | RY023 | — |
Tire recalls in 2018
NHTSA received 10 tire recall campaigns in 2018, covering up to 63,328 tires. With 529 tires, this campaign ranks 10 of 10 by size that year.
More from Yokohama Tire Corporation
5 tire recall campaigns filed by Yokohama Tire Corporation; the latest are listed here.
| Campaign | Brands | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| 23T005000 23 Aug 2023 | Yokohama | 6,992 |
| 22T024000 15 Dec 2022 | Yokohama | 6,125 |
| 20T007000 17 Mar 2020 | Yokohama | 3,154 |
| 13T009000 17 Oct 2013 | Yokohama | 1,192 |