The defect
Yokohama Tire Corporation (Yokohama) is recalling certain 504C, size 11R22.5 16H tires. A defective belt cushion splice may allow air to leak into sidewall.
The risk
An air bubble in the sidewall may cause a rapid loss of air pressure and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2023. Owners may contact Yokohama's customer service at 1-800-423-4544.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · safety standard FMVSS 119 · part: sidewall
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Yokohama | 504C | — |
Tire recalls in 2023
NHTSA received 7 tire recall campaigns in 2023, covering up to 577,571 tires. With 6,992 tires, this campaign ranks 4 of 7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 22T024000 15 Dec 2022 | Yokohama | 6,125 |
| 20T007000 17 Mar 2020 | Yokohama | 3,154 |
| 18T016000 19 Nov 2018 | Yokohama | 529 |
| 13T009000 17 Oct 2013 | Yokohama | 1,192 |