The defect
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental Tire) is recalling certain General Altimax RT43, size 175/65R14 82T tires. The tires contain a tire identification number (TIN) that is missing the 3-digit plant code and the 6-symbol manufacturer's identification mark. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 574, "Tire Identification & Recordkeeping."
The risk
Missing TIN information can make it difficult for tire owners to identify the tire in the event of a recall, increasing the risk of driving with a recalled tire which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 3. 2023. Owners may contact Continental Tire's customer service at 1-888-799-2168.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · safety standard FMVSS 574 · part: markings
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| General Tire | Altimax RT43 | ARTICLE NUMBER 1549480 |
Tire recalls in 2023
NHTSA received 7 tire recall campaigns in 2023, covering up to 577,571 tires. With 3 tires, this campaign ranks 7 of 7 by size that year.
More from Continental Tire The Americas, LLC
10 tire recall campaigns filed by Continental Tire The Americas, LLC; the latest are listed here.
| Campaign | Brands | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| 25T017000 8 Oct 2025 | Continental,General | 5,362 |
| 25T013000 15 Jul 2025 | General Tire | 542 |
| 24T008000 20 Aug 2024 | Continental | 462 |
| 24T009000 20 Aug 2024 | Continental | 146,568 |
| 23T006000 2 Oct 2023 | Continental | 3,472 |
| 22T022000 5 Dec 2022 | Continental | 2,937 |
| 22T006000 6 May 2022 | Continental | 62,283 |
| 22T003000 17 Feb 2022 | Continental | 4,256 |
| 21T001000 15 Feb 2021 | Barum,Continental,General Tire | 93,959 |