Safety Recall NHTSA · 86T009000 Reported September 23, 1986

Tires

General Tire & Rubber Co. · N/A · 5,842 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
86T009000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
5,842
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
September 23, 1986

Defect Summary

Tires fail to meet the plunger energy test as required by fmvss 119. consequence of defect: tires which fail to meet the minimum fmvss requirements may fail while in service, cause loss of vehicle control which may result in an accident.

Corrective Action

Replace with new tire within 60 days from date of notification at no cost to the consumer. dot identification: mdg turnpike transcon lvwyw72156 to 336, general power jet commercial lvwyx59156 to 336, rival highway lvwyf33156 to 336, turnpike express lvwyy73156 to 336.

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 General Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference recall ID 86T009000 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 86T009000

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

What is recall 86T009000?

NHTSA recall 86T009000 was issued by General Tire & Rubber Co. on September 23, 1986. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 5,842 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 86T009000 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.