Safety Recall NHTSA · 10T015000 Reported June 25, 2010

Sidewall wear indicator

Bridgestone Donotuse · Tires · 4,097 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
10T015000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
4,097
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
June 25, 2010

Defect Summary

Bridgestone america is recalling certain bridgestone r192 truck/bus tires, size 275/70r22.5 used on intra-city transit buses. these tires feature a sidewall wear indicator (dimple) that is used by technicians to monitor sidewall wear. the specified depth of the subject tire's dimples may result in exposed body ply cord.

Safety Consequence

Over time, this condition could result in the deterioration of the body ply cord, creating the potential for air loss at the location of the dimple. air loss in the tire will increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Bridgestone will replace the affected tires free of charge. the safety recall began on june 27, 2010. owners may contact bridgestone toll-free at 1-800-342-6453 - press option 0 (zero) or visit their website at www.bridgestoneamericas.com.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bridgestone Donotuse dealer and reference recall ID 10T015000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 10T015000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 10T015000?

NHTSA recall 10T015000 was issued by Bridgestone Donotuse on June 25, 2010. It addresses: Sidewall wear indicator. The recall affects approximately 4,097 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bridgestone Donotuse dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10T015000 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.