The defect
Sailun Tire Americas, Inc. (Sailun) is recalling certain Sailun, RoadX, Blacklion, Blackhawk, and Ironhead brand tires, sizes ST235/80R16 and ST235/85R16 with DOT codes 2020 through 4120. Due to a manufacturing issue, the tires may experience a belt separation.
The risk
Belt separation could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Sailun will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2021. Owners may contact Sailun customer service at 1-844-281-9696.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · part: tread/belt
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Sailun | Blackhawk | — |
| Sailun | Blacklion | — |
| Sailun | Ironhead | — |
| Sailun | Roadx | — |
| Sailun | Sailun | — |
Tire recalls in 2021
NHTSA received 8 tire recall campaigns in 2021, covering up to 646,316 tires. With 84,351 tires, this campaign ranks 3 of 8 by size that year.
More from Sailun Tire Americas, Inc.
2 tire recall campaigns filed by Sailun Tire Americas, Inc.; the latest are listed here.
| Campaign | Brands | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| 25T009000 27 May 2025 | Transamerican | 389 |