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Yokohama Recalls 610 GEOLANDAR M/T G003 Light Truck Tires

Bianca RossiNovember 9, 20265 min read0 views

At a glance

  • Two 16- and 17-inch sizes made in Japan in 2026 may contain an improper sidewall compound, prompting a voluntary NHTSA notification.
  • Yokohama Tire Corporation is voluntarily recalling 610 GEOLANDAR M/T G003 light truck tires in two sizes after notifying NHTSA. The company says an improper sidewall compound may reduce adhesion and lead to carcass-ply separation or air loss.
A generic light-truck tire and a cutaway view of its sidewall layers are shown in a neutral inspection setting.

Yokohama Tire Corporation has notified NHTSA that it is voluntarily recalling two sizes of its GEOLANDAR M/T G003 Light Truck tire line, according to the company.

The recall covers the LT245/75R16 120/116Q and LT285/70R17 121/118Q sizes. Yokohama says the tires were manufactured at its Mie Plant in Japan between May 31, 2026, and June 6, 2026. A total of 610 GEOLANDAR M/T G003 tires are believed to be affected.

Reason for the recall

Yokohama initiated the recall in accordance with NHTSA regulations. The company says the tires may have been manufactured with an improper compound in the sidewall. That condition can reduce adhesion, which may cause carcass-ply separation, air leakage or rapid air loss.

According to the company, a loss of inflation pressure can reduce vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Customer contact

Owners with questions or in need of assistance can contact Yokohama customer service by calling 1-800-722-9888, by emailing [email protected], or by visiting the company's recall page.

The announcement does not state whether any injuries or incidents have been reported.

Reported by Bianca Rossi, Fluid-Power Polymer Interface Editor.