The defect
General Rubber (Thailand) Co., Ltd (General Rubber) is recalling certain Xcellent Roadbreaker A/T tires, size LT305/65R17 with a tire identification number that ends in “4324.” The tire may crack and the inner liner may separate, which can result in tire failure. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
The risk
Tire failure can cause a sudden loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
General Rubber will provide a refund of the purchase price of the tires. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Xcellent Tire & Wheel, Inc. at (214) 299-9572.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by NHTSA's Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance · safety standard FMVSS 139
Tires covered
| Brand | Tire line | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Xcellent | Xcellent Roadbreaker A/T | — |
Tire recalls in 2026
NHTSA received 9 tire recall campaigns in 2026, covering up to 19,056 tires. With 65 tires, this campaign ranks 9 of 9 by size that year.