Large Recall NHTSA · 17T013000 Reported June 30, 2017

Sidewall cracks may cause loss of air pressure

Q: What is recall 17T013000?

NHTSA recall 17T013000 was issued by Giti Tire (usa), Ltd. on June 30, 2017. It addresses: Sidewall cracks may cause loss of air pressure. The recall affects approximately 394,378 vehicles , with the defect involving the Tires component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Giti Tire (usa), Ltd. · Tires · 394,378 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

17T013000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Giti Tire (usa), Ltd.

Component

Tires

Vehicles Affected

394,378

Recall Type

Tire

Report Received

June 30, 2017

Completion Rate

19.53

Defect Summary

Giti tire (usa) ltd. (giti) is recalling certain primewell valera touring ii replacement passenger car tires, sizes 185/65r14 86h, 195/60r15 88h, 205/55r16 91h, 205/60r16 92v, 215/60r17 96h, and 235/60r17 102t. the affected 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 july 31, 2017. owners may contact giti customer service at 1-866-488-4737.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Giti Tire (usa), Ltd. dealer and reference recall ID 17T013000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 17T013000

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

What is recall 17T013000?

NHTSA recall 17T013000 was issued by Giti Tire (usa), Ltd. on June 30, 2017. It addresses: Sidewall cracks may cause loss of air pressure. The recall affects approximately 394,378 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 17T013000 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.