Safety Recall NHTSA · 81T022000 Reported December 4, 1981

Tires

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company · N/A · 43,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
81T022000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
43,000
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
December 4, 1981

Defect Summary

Questionable rubber feedstock and other materials were used in the manufacture of the tires. This may cause a separation of the reinforcing plies from the rubber compound resulting in a sudden loss of air.

Corrective Action

Tires will be replaced and mounted without charge. The replacement tires will be wrangler radial tires.

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 81T022000 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 81T022000

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

What is recall 81T022000?

NHTSA recall 81T022000 was issued by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company on December 4, 1981. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 43,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81T022000 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.