The defect
Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC (Sumitomo) is recalling certain Falken WildPeak AT4W size 275/60R20 115T tires. The tires may have been produced using the incorrect cord material for one of the plies. The sidewall label incorrectly identifies the generic name of the cord material. As such, the affected tires do not meet the labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 139, New pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles.
The risk
Tires produced with the incorrect cord material can increase the risk of tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Sumitomo customer service at 1-877-763-0416.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by the manufacturer · safety standard FMVSS 139 · part: sidewall, tread/belt
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Falken | Wildpeak AT4W | — |
Tire recalls in 2024
NHTSA received 12 tire recall campaigns in 2024, covering up to 1,366,468 tires. With 150 tires, this campaign ranks 9 of 12 by size that year.
More from Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC
5 tire recall campaigns filed by Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC; the latest are listed here.
| Campaign | Brands | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| 23T010000 7 Dec 2023 | Falken | 1,900 |
| 22T017000 14 Sept 2022 | Falken | 5,439 |
| 17T011000 24 May 2017 | Dunlop | 478 |
| 17T001000 3 Jan 2017 | Kelly | 138 |