Safety Recall NHTSA · 78T018000 Reported August 3, 1978

Tires:ply

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company · Tires · 86,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78T018000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
86,000
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
August 3, 1978

Defect Summary

The involved tires may develop separation between the belt plies. As a result, belt separation or separation at the belt edge may occur.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace tires free of charge within 60 days of recall notification.

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 Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company dealer and reference recall ID 78T018000 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 78T018000

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

What is recall 78T018000?

NHTSA recall 78T018000 was issued by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company on August 3, 1978. It addresses: Tires:ply. The recall affects approximately 86,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78T018000 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.