Yokohama Tire Corporation has notified the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it is voluntarily recalling two sizes of its GEOLANDAR M/T G003 Light Truck tire line, according to a company notice datelined Santa Ana, California.
The recall covers the LT245/75R16 120/116Q and LT285/70R17 121/118Q sizes. Yokohama said the tires were manufactured at its Mie Plant in Japan between May 31, 2026, and June 6, 2026, and that a total of 610 GEOLANDAR M/T G003 tires are believed to be affected.
Because the affected tires trace to a production window of about one week at the Mie plant, the recall covers a limited batch of 610 units across the two sizes.
Sidewall compound cited as cause
Yokohama said the action, initiated in accordance with NHTSA regulations, was issued because the tires may have been manufactured with an improper compound in the sidewall. Reduced adhesion may cause carcass-ply separation, air leakage or rapid air loss, the company said, adding that a loss of inflation pressure can reduce vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Owner assistance
The company directed owners with questions or in need of assistance to contact Yokohama customer service through the following channels:
- Telephone: 1-800-722-9888
- Email: [email protected]
- The recalls section of the Yokohama Tire website