Sidewall cracks may cause loss of air pressure
Defect Summary
Giti tire (usa) ltd. (giti) is recalling certain imported primewell valera touring ii tires, sizes 205/50r17 93v xl, 215/50r17 95v xl, 225/50r17 94v, 225/50r18 95t, and 205/65r16 95h, gt radial champiro touring a/s tires, sizes 205/50r17 93v xl, 215/50r17 95v xl, 225/50r17 94v, 205/65r16 95h, and 225/50r18 95t, and dextero touring dtr1 tires, sizes 205/50r17 93v xl, 215/50r17 95v xl, 225/50r17 94v, manufactured by pt. Gajah tunggal tbk in indonesia. the affected replacement passenger car tires may develop cracks in the lower sidewall, potentially resulting in a loss of air.
Safety Consequence
A loss of air pressure may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Giti will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. the recall began on october 24, 2016. owners may contact giti customer service at 1-877-342-0882.
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FAQ: Recall 16T017000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16T017000?
NHTSA recall 16T017000 was issued by Giti Tire (usa), Ltd. on October 6, 2016. It addresses: Sidewall cracks may cause loss of air pressure. The recall affects approximately 250,620 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Giti Tire (usa), Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16T017000 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.