Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations in 2016. See the detail of the recall below.

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April 20, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Inconsistent Rubber Coverage of Steel Plies

Bridgestone/Firestone North America Tire (Bridgestone) is recalling certain Firestone FR710 tires, size 205/65R16, and Champion Fuel Fighter tires, sizes 205/65R15 and 205/70R15, manufactured March 27, 2016, to April 9, 2016. These replacement passenger car tires may have been manufactured with inconsistent rubber coverage over the steel plies. As a result, the tread may separate.

NHTSA ID: 16T005000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 8

Consequence Summary:

A tread separation increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

All the affected tires have been contained and destroyed, therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. All affected tires were returned to BATO on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Bridgestone customer service at 1-800-847-3272.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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