Pinhole leak in sidewall / fmvss 139
Defect Summary
Bridgestone americas tire operations (bridgestone) is recalling certain bridgestone dueler h/l 422 ecopia p245/60r18, dueler h/l alenza 275/55r20, ecopia h/l 422 plus 235/55r20, turanza el440 235/60r18, and firestone destination le3 225/65r17 tires with dot code 2821. these tires may have been manufactured with a pinhole in 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 the continued loss of air may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Bridgestone will notify owners and replace affected tires with a comparable bridgestone or firestone brand tire, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on september 17, 2021. owners may contact bato customer service at 1-800-847-3272.
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FAQ: Recall 21T012000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21T012000?
NHTSA recall 21T012000 was issued by Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations on August 18, 2021. It addresses: Pinhole leak in sidewall / fmvss 139. The recall affects approximately 18,028 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21T012000 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.