Premature wear
Defect Summary
Certain cooper trendsetter se, mastercraft a/s iv, dean alpha 365 a/s, and starfire flite-line iv tires sizes p195/70r14 and p185/65r14, manufactured between november 21, 2004, and may 14, 2005. these tires can lose air pressure causing the tires to run under-inflated. an under-inflated condition will cause the tire to wear prematurely and result in early failure.
Safety Consequence
Should the tire fail while the vehicle is in use, a vehicle crash could occur.
Corrective Action
Cooper tire will replace the affected tires free of charge. the recall began on august 9, 2005. owners may contact cooper tire at 800-854-6288.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 05T015000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05T015000?
NHTSA recall 05T015000 was issued by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. on August 15, 2005. It addresses: Premature wear. The recall affects approximately 48,949 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05T015000 or the manufacturer campaign number 140. 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.