Safety Recall NHTSA · 88T011000 Reported September 20, 1988

Tires

Q: What is recall 88T011000?

NHTSA recall 88T011000 was issued by Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. on September 20, 1988. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 30,204 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.

Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. · N/A · 30,204 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

88T011000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Firestone Tire & Rubber Co.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

30,204

Recall Type

Tire

Report Received

September 20, 1988

Defect Summary

Incorrect cure procedure during manufacturing process.

Safety Consequence

This condition could cause tire to develop a rapid lossof air in the shoulder area of the tire.

Corrective Action

Tire will be replaced at no cost to the consumer within 60 days from date of notification.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference recall ID 88T011000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 88T011000

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

What is recall 88T011000?

NHTSA recall 88T011000 was issued by Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. on September 20, 1988. It addresses: Tires. The recall affects approximately 30,204 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 88T011000 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.