Low tread gauge may cause tire failure
Defect Summary
Cooper tire & rubber co. (cooper tire) is recalling certain cooper cs5 grand touring 225/55r17 and mastercraft lsr grand touring 225/55r17 tires with dot codes 2920 through 3220, 4220 through 4420 and 5120 through 0121. the tires may have low tread gauge in the shoulder slot area which could cause tread separation and sidewall failure.
Safety Consequence
A sidewall failure may cause the tire to rapidly deflate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Cooper tire will notify registered owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the tires, free of charge. cooper tire plans to begin notification no later than april 22, 2021. owners may contact cooper tire customer service at 1-800-854-6288. cooper tire's number for this recall is 177-2. note: this recall supersedes 20t-017 and any tires recalled under 20t-017, but not yet replaced, are now included in this safety recall.
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FAQ: Recall 21T003000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21T003000?
NHTSA recall 21T003000 was issued by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. on February 21, 2021. It addresses: Low tread gauge may cause tire failure. The recall affects approximately 11,957 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21T003000 or the manufacturer campaign number 177-2. 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.