Large Recall NHTSA · 13T012000 Reported December 12, 2013

Possible tread separation

Michelin North America, Inc. · Tires · 1,200,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13T012000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Michelin North America, Inc.
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
1,200,000
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
December 12, 2013
Completion Rate
25.44

Defect Summary

Michelin north america, inc., (michelin) is recalling certain michelin ltx m/s tires, size lt225/75r16 115/112r lre, manufactured from january 10, 2010, through june 23, 2012, and supplied for use as original equipment on certain ford vehicles, and as replacement equipment on various brand commercial light trucks, full-sized heavy duty vans, small rvs and some large pickup trucks. these tires could experience tread separation.

Safety Consequence

Tread separation can lead to rapid air loss, which may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Michelin will notify owners and michelin dealers will replace the tires free of charge. the recall began on january 6, 2014. owners may call michelin consumer care monday-friday from 8 a.m. To 8 p.m. Est, or saturday and sunday from 8:30am to 4:30pm est at the following numbers: usa: 1-800-231-5893 (language options: english and spanish)

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 13T012000 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 13T012000

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

What is recall 13T012000?

NHTSA recall 13T012000 was issued by Michelin North America, Inc. on December 12, 2013. It addresses: Possible tread separation. The recall affects approximately 1,200,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Michelin North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13T012000 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.