Safety Recall NHTSA · 12T009000 Reported April 13, 2012

Loss of casing integrity/rapid air loss

Michelin North America, Inc. · N/A · 73,645 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12T009000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Michelin North America, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
73,645
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
April 13, 2012

Defect Summary

Michelin north america, inc. (michelin) is recalling certain michelin xzu3 lrj, size 305/85r22.5, and michelin xzu2 lrj, size 12r22.5, tires produced between october 23, 2005, and september 3, 2011; and michelin xm505 lrj, size 305/85r22.5, tires produced between april 18, 2010, and may 8, 2010, and january 23, 2011, and february 12, 2011. these tires have a casing that may experience a loss of integrity and, in some cases, have rapid air loss.

Safety Consequence

Rapid air loss of the tire while the vehicle is in use, could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Michelin will provide information to customers on how to obtain replacement tires. the safety recall began on april 30, 2012. owners may contact michelin at 1-888-847-8475.

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 Michelin North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 12T009000 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 12T009000

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

What is recall 12T009000?

NHTSA recall 12T009000 was issued by Michelin North America, Inc. on April 13, 2012. It addresses: Loss of casing integrity/rapid air loss. The recall affects approximately 73,645 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Michelin North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12T009000 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.