Safety Recall NHTSA · 83T010000 Reported July 13, 1983

Tires

Dunlop Tire Corporation · N/A · 14,869 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
83T010000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
14,869
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
July 13, 1983

Defect Summary

Tires were molded with incorrect information listed for ply rating and load range. These tires are incorrectly marked "6 pr" and "load range c" instead of "4 pr" and "load range b". Tires do not comply with the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 119, "new pneumatic tires for vehicles other than passenger cars".

Corrective Action

Tires will be replaced within 60 days of owner"s notification at no charge.

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 83T010000 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 83T010000

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

What is recall 83T010000?

NHTSA recall 83T010000 was issued by Dunlop Tire Corporation on July 13, 1983. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 14,869 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Dunlop Tire Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83T010000 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.