Safety Recall NHTSA · 78T024000 Reported November 27, 1978

Tires:tread

Dunlop Tire Corporation · Tires · 20,642 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78T024000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
20,642
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
November 27, 1978

Defect Summary

The involved tires fail to meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 109, "new pneumatic tires". Tread separation could develop and cause premature tire failure.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the involved 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 Dunlop Tire Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 78T024000 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 78T024000

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

What is recall 78T024000?

NHTSA recall 78T024000 was issued by Dunlop Tire Corporation on November 27, 1978. It addresses: Tires:tread. The recall affects approximately 20,642 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Dunlop Tire Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78T024000 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.