Safety Recall NHTSA · 80T016000 Reported August 25, 1980

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Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. · Tires · 264 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
80T016000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
264
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
August 25, 1980

Defect Summary

Tube-type tires were incorrectly stamped as tubeless. Should these tires be placed in operation, separation in the tread area as well as bulging may occur. Continued use may cause the ply cords to break, causing a loss air.

Corrective Action

Tires will be replaced without charge to owner 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 Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference recall ID 80T016000 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 80T016000

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

What is recall 80T016000?

NHTSA recall 80T016000 was issued by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. on August 25, 1980. It addresses: Tires:markings. The recall affects approximately 264 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 80T016000 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.