Cooper tire/tread chunking
Defect Summary
Cooper zeon 2xs tires, size 22545r18 re produced between march 28 and april 10, 2004. these tires may be prone to tread chunking which at highway speeds could lead to tread separation.
Safety Consequence
Tread separation could lead to loss of control of the vehicle possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Cooper will notify its customers, replace, mount, and balance the tires at no charge if you present cooper for remedy within sixty (60) days after; receipt of the notification letter or notice that a replacement tire is available (if not available at time of inspection). owner notification began may 11, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cooper tire customer relations at (800) 854-6288.
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FAQ: Recall 04T010000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04T010000?
NHTSA recall 04T010000 was issued by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. on May 14, 2004. It addresses: Cooper tire/tread chunking. The recall affects approximately 70 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04T010000 or the manufacturer campaign number 131. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.