Safety Recall NHTSA · 88T002000 Reported March 18, 1988

Tires

General Tire & Rubber Co. · N/A · 1,248 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
88T002000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,248
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
March 18, 1988

Defect Summary

Tires fail to meet requirements of fmvss 119 for high speed endurance test.

Safety Consequence

The failure to meet requirements of fmvss 119 couldresult in ply separation, and loss of inflating air.

Corrective Action

Tires will be replaced at no cost to the consumer within 60 days from date of 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 General Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference recall ID 88T002000 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 88T002000

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

What is recall 88T002000?

NHTSA recall 88T002000 was issued by General Tire & Rubber Co. on March 18, 1988. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 1,248 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 88T002000 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.