Kink in the bead area/tire failure
Defect Summary
Toyo tire is recalling certain toyo extensa a/s tires, size p225/60r16 97t, produced from september 20, 2009, through november 6, 2010. some of these tires may have been produced with a kink in the bead area. under certain circumstances, the kink may eventually lead to a crack in the bead area, which is near the rim.
Safety Consequence
If a crack develops and is left undetected, the tire may fail, potentially causing loss of vehicle control and a crash, which could result in injury or death.
Corrective Action
Toyo tire will notify owners and replace the tires free of charge. the safety recall began on february 3, 2012. owners may contact toyo tire at 1-800-442-8696 (6:30am to 5pm pacific time) (9:30am to 8pm eastern time).
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FAQ: Recall 12T002000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12T002000?
NHTSA recall 12T002000 was issued by Toyo Tire Holdings Of Americas, Inc. on January 23, 2012. It addresses: Kink in the bead area/tire failure. The recall affects approximately 68,763 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyo Tire Holdings Of Americas, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12T002000 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.