Cooper tire/cracks in the shoulder base
Defect Summary
Certain cooper zeon 2x and mastercraft avenger zhp tires size 245/50r16, manufactured between april 4 and may 15, 2004. these tires may have been produced with inadequate rubber coverage of the belt overwrap due to low tread gauge in the shoulder slot area. this could eventually cause cracking at the base of the shoulder slots, resulting in exposed belt overwrap material.
Safety Consequence
This could lead to tire failure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective Action
Cooper will notify its customers and will replace, mount, and balance the tires free of charge if the tires are presented for remedy within sixty (60) days after (a) receipt of the notification letter or (b) notice that replacement tires are available (if not available at the time of inspection). owner notification began july 8, 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cooper tire's consumer relations at (800) 854-6288.
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FAQ: Recall 04T013000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04T013000?
NHTSA recall 04T013000 was issued by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. on July 16, 2004. It addresses: Cooper tire/cracks in the shoulder base. The recall affects approximately 1,269 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 04T013000 or the manufacturer campaign number 132. 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.