Pinhole in the upper sidewall of tire/fmvss 139
Defect Summary
Bridgestone americas tire operations, llc (bato) is recalling certain firestone destination le3 255/60r19 tires with dot codes 2420 through 2820 and bridgestone ecopia h/l 422 plus p255/60r19 tires with dot codes 2820 through 3120. the recalled tires may have been manufactured with a small pinhole in the upper sidewall of the outboard side of the tire. as such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 139, "new pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles."
Safety Consequence
Tires containing a pinhole may slowly leak air, and if undetected or ignored, the continued loss of air may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Bato will notify owners, and based on the date code and press identification number of the tire, dealers will replace the tires with a comparable replacement free of charge. owners may contact bato customer service at 1-800-847-3272.
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FAQ: Recall 20T021000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20T021000?
NHTSA recall 20T021000 was issued by Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations on November 25, 2020. It addresses: Pinhole in the upper sidewall of tire/fmvss 139. The recall affects approximately 1,827 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20T021000 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.