Rapid air loss due to bead area sidewall rupture
Defect Summary
Michelin north america, inc. (mna) is recalling certain bfgoodrich commercial t/a all-season tire size lt275/70r18 125/122q lre, bfgoodrich commercial t/a all-season 2 sizes lt275/70r18 125/122r lre, lt235/80r17 120/117r lre, lt265/70r17 121/118r lre, lt245/75r17 121/118r lre, lt245/70r17 119/116r lre, and bfgoodrich rugged terrain t/a sizes lt275/70r18 125/122r lre and lt275/65r18 123/120r lre. the affected tires may experience rapid air loss due to a rupture in the sidewall in the bead area.
Safety Consequence
If the tire sidewall ruptures during use resulting in a rapid air loss, it can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Mna will notify owners, and dealers will provide similar replacement tires free of charge. The recall began on august 24, 2015. Owners may contact bfgoodrich consumer care at 1-866-524-2638.
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FAQ: Recall 15T016000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15T016000?
NHTSA recall 15T016000 was issued by Michelin North America, Inc. on August 10, 2015. It addresses: Rapid air loss due to bead area sidewall rupture. The recall affects approximately 104,000 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 15T016000 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.