Parting of lower sidewall
Defect Summary
Cooper tire & rubber co. (cooper tire) is recalling certain size 235/65r18 cooper discoverer srx, evolution h/t, discoverer htp, adventurer h/t cuv, big o big foot a/s, les schwab back country qs3 touring ht, and mastercraft courser hsx tour tires. the tires may have been improperly manufactured with a ply cord distortion. for a full list of the tire identification numbers (tin) visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rclrpt-19t005-5639.pdf
Safety Consequence
The distortion may cause parting of the lower sidewall compounds extending to the cord material, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.
Corrective Action
Cooper tire has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. the recall began june 14, 2019. owners may contact cooper tire customer service at 1-800-854-6288. cooper tire's number for this recall is 172.
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FAQ: Recall 19T005000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19T005000?
NHTSA recall 19T005000 was issued by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. on June 5, 2019. It addresses: Parting of lower sidewall. The recall affects approximately 24,459 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19T005000 or the manufacturer campaign number 172. 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.