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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18T011000

Bridgestone M864 — Tires: sidewall

Published September 6, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 31, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18T011000, published September 6, 2018 and initiated August 31, 2018. Recalling firm: Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations; Bridgestone M864 — Tires: sidewall.

What's the hazard

Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) is recalling certain Firestone FS818 tires with date codes 2318-2418, Bridgestone M854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, Bridgestone M860A tires with date code 2518, and Bridgestone M864 tires with date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65R22.5. The sidewall steel body cords may be exposed, which can cause unexpected rapid air loss during use. As such, these tires may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires - Other than Passenger Cars.

What to do

BATO will notify owners, and replace the tires with a comparable replacement, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2018. Owners may contact BATO customer service at 1-800-847-3272.

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Recall details

Brand
BRIDGESTONE
Model
M864
Manufacturer
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations
Lot
BRIDGESTONE M864 | BRIDGESTONE M854 | FIRESTONE FS818 | BRIDGESTONE M860A
Risk classification
T
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Bridgestone M864 — Tires: sidewall recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18T011000 on September 6, 2018. Reported hazard: Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) is recalling certain Firestone FS818 tires with date codes 2318-2418, Bridgestone M854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, Bridgestone M860A tires with date code 2518, and Bridgestone M864 tires with date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65R22.5. The sidewall steel body cords may be exposed, which can cause unexpected rapid air loss during use. As such, these tires may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires - Other than Passenger Cars.

What should I do if I have this product?

BATO will notify owners, and replace the tires with a comparable replacement, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2018. Owners may contact BATO customer service at 1-800-847-3272.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BRIDGESTONE. Model: M864.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)