Sidewall cracking and broken ply cords/fmvss 139
Defect Summary
Tbc corporation (tbc) is recalling certain wild country radial xtx sport tires, size 265/65r18, manufactured by cooper tire and rubber company from june 1, 2014, to june 28, 2014 (weeks 2214-2514). the affected tires may experience cracking or broken ply cords in the lower sidewall on the white sidewall side. as such, these tires fail to comply with the regulations of the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 139, "new pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles."
Safety Consequence
A tire with sidewall cracking and broken ply cords may have a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.
Corrective Action
Tbc will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected tires, free of charge. the recall began on september 2, 2014. Owners may contact tbc customer service at 1-800-739-7698. Tbc's number for this recall is 159.
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FAQ: Recall 14T010000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14T010000?
NHTSA recall 14T010000 was issued by Tbc Corporation on August 12, 2014. It addresses: Sidewall cracking and broken ply cords/fmvss 139. The recall affects approximately 388 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tbc Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14T010000 or the manufacturer campaign number 159. 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.