Innerliner cracking/slow leak
Defect Summary
Bridgestone americas tire operation (bridgestone) is recalling 1,018 bridgestone exedra g850 g motorcycle tires, size 180/70r16 77h, sold as original equipment for my 2008 and 2009 triumph rocket iii touring motorcycles. the motorcycle to which these tires are applied develops very high torque and can cause torque-induced degradation in a body ply which may result in innerliner cracking that may lead to a slow leak in the rear tire. this condition does not affect the front tire.
Safety Consequence
The affected tires may begin to vibrate at moderate speeds. continued use of a tire with this condition could lead to a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Bridgestone is working with triumph to notify owners and the defective tires will be replaced free of charge. in addition, the front tire will be replaced free of charge due to the matching requirements of the motorcycle. the safety recall began on april 21, 2009. owners may contact bridgestone toll-free at 1-800-465-1904.
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FAQ: Recall 09T004000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09T004000?
NHTSA recall 09T004000 was issued by Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations on March 31, 2009. It addresses: Innerliner cracking/slow leak. The recall affects approximately 1,018 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09T004000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.