Sidewall cracking/air loss
Defect Summary
Yokohama tire corporation (yokohama) is recalling certain avid touring s tires, size 215/65r16 98t sl, produced between february 2009 and april 2009. the tires may have been produced with an irregular geometry in the casing turn up area above the tire bead in the lower sidewall. this irregular geometry may lead to a lower sidewall crack resulting in a rapid loss of tire inflation.
Safety Consequence
Rapid air loss while the vehicle is in use may result in a tire failure that could cause a crash.
Corrective Action
Yokohama will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires free of charge. the safety recall began on october 26, 2012. owners may contact yokohama at 1-888-589-3348.
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FAQ: Recall 12T025000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12T025000?
NHTSA recall 12T025000 was issued by Yokohama Tire Corporation on October 2, 2012. It addresses: Sidewall cracking/air loss. The recall affects approximately 10,669 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Yokohama Tire Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12T025000 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.