Otani 235/65R-16 tires recalled for possible tread separation
Foreign Tire Sales, Inc. is recalling certain Otani tires in size 235/65R-16(C). The tire tread may separate, so these tires do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 139 for new pneumatic radial tires. Tread separation may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
From the NHTSA notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Check whether your tires are Otani 235/65R-16(C) tires.
- Contact Foreign Tire customer service at 1-908-687-0559 about a free replacement.
- Watch for owner notification letters, which are expected to be mailed beginning November 2, 2026.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- Tire Tread May Separate/FMVSS 139
Details
- Units affected
- 84
- Recall number
- 26T015000
In the NHTSA's words
- Description
- Foreign Tire Sales, Inc (Foreign Tire) is recalling certain Otani tires, size 235/65R-16(C). The tire tread may separate. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles." Tread separation may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Foreign Tire will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Foreign Tire’s customer service at 1-908-687-0559.
- Hazard
- Tread separation may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Foreign Tire will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Foreign Tire’s customer service at 1-908-687-0559.