Safety Recall NHTSA · 85T013000 Reported October 3, 1985

Tires

Q: What is recall 85T013000?

NHTSA recall 85T013000 was issued by General Tire & Rubber Co. on October 3, 1985. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 1,378 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

General Tire & Rubber Co. · N/A · 1,378 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

85T013000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

General Tire & Rubber Co.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

1,378

Recall Type

Tire

Report Received

October 3, 1985

Defect Summary

Tires failed to meet the endurance requirements of fmvss no. 109. consequence of defect: failure to meet the requirements of fmvss no. 109 may result in sidewall separation and loss of air with the potential for a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Replace tire with new one within 60 days from date of notification at no cost to the consumer. dot identification: general abhb154315, montgomery ward abhb274315, reynolds abhb16m315, summit abhb155315

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized General Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference recall ID 85T013000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 85T013000

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

What is recall 85T013000?

NHTSA recall 85T013000 was issued by General Tire & Rubber Co. on October 3, 1985. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 1,378 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85T013000 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.