21-03-2025
Department of Transportation recalls Bridgestone tires; how to get new ones
If you're hitting the road this weekend, check those tires.
The U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall for Bridgestone tires.
'Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations (BATO) is recalling certain R123 Ecopia tires, size 295/75R22.5, designed for use on commercial trailer vehicles,' the recall said. 'The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly with one of the three stabilizer ply belts applied in the wrong orientation.
'As such, these tires fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, 'New pneumatic tires - other than passenger cars.' Incorrect belt orientation may cause the tires to fail and increase the risk of a crash.'
If you own them, they need to be replaced.
'BATO will replace the tires, free of charge,' the recall said. 'Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 13, 2025. Tire purchasers may contact BATO customer service at 800-847-3272.'
Further details on the recall are listed on the NHTSA website.
This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Bridgestone recall: R123 Ecopia tires, size 295/75R22.5
