Safety Recall NHTSA · 22T017000 Reported September 14, 2022

Incomplete curing of the tread base rubber

Sumitomo Rubber Usa, Llc · Tires · 5,439 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22T017000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
5,439
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
September 14, 2022
Completion Rate
28.57

Defect Summary

Sumitomo rubber usa, llc (sumitomo) is recalling certain falken pro g5 csv tires, size 235/65r17 104v, 235/65r18 106v, 245/50r20 102v, and 265/50r20 111v. an inadequate sulfur level in the tread base compound prevented proper curing of the tread base rubber.

Safety Consequence

Inadequate curing may lead to tread separating from the tire, causing vehicle instability, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed october 4, 2022. owners may contact falken tire's customer service at 1-877-763-0416.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Sumitomo Rubber Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 22T017000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22T017000

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

What is recall 22T017000?

NHTSA recall 22T017000 was issued by Sumitomo Rubber Usa, Llc on September 14, 2022. It addresses: Incomplete curing of the tread base rubber. The recall affects approximately 5,439 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Sumitomo Rubber Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22T017000 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.