Insufficient traction for snow tires/fmvss 139
Defect Summary
Michelin north america, inc. (michelin) is recalling certain agilis crossclimate c-metric tires with dot codes 0117 through 1423. please see the attached tire chart for a list of all affected sizes. the tires are labeled as snow tires, but do not have sufficient traction to perform in all snow weather conditions. 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 that do not provide sufficient snow traction as expected can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will provide two options, either refund the tire purchase or replace the effected product with an agilis crossclimate c-metric without alpine symbol in the equivalent tire size and fitment, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 12, 2023. owners may contact michelin consumer care at 1-888-971-3801.
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FAQ: Recall 23T002000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23T002000?
NHTSA recall 23T002000 was issued by Michelin North America, Inc. on April 13, 2023. It addresses: Insufficient traction for snow tires/fmvss 139. The recall affects approximately 542,110 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Michelin North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23T002000 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.