Tires may fail
Defect Summary
American pacific industries, inc. (api) is recalling certain gladiator brand truck and trailer tires of various sizes. these tires did not pass quality control and are deemed to be unsafe for road service.
Safety Consequence
The subject tires can fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The defective tires have been captured and quarantined at the border and will be destroyed. customers may contact api at 1-661-702-0988. since all of the affected tires have been recovered, an owner notification letter will not be issued.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from American Pacific Industries, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 14T005000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14T005000?
NHTSA recall 14T005000 was issued by American Pacific Industries, Inc. on June 6, 2014. It addresses: Tires may fail. The recall affects approximately 761 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized American Pacific Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14T005000 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.