Kumho Solus TA11 Tire Recall

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Kumho Tire Co., Inc. is recalling 11,169 Solus TA11 tires due to potential tread separation, which fails to meet federal safety standards and may increase crash risk.

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Kumho Solus TA11 Tire Recall

What Happened

Kumho Tire Co., Inc. is recalling certain Solus TA11 tires because the tire tread may separate, failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 139 for new pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles.

Which Products Are Affected

The affected products are Kumho Solus TA11 tires, size 225/60R16, with a model year of 9999. A total of 11,169 units are potentially affected. The official recall number is NHTSA Campaign Number 26T009000.

What You Should Do

Consumers should wait for owner notification letters expected to be mailed on May 3, 2026. Contact KUSA's customer service at 1-800-445-8646 (Option 2) for a refund of the tire purchase price or to have the tires replaced free of charge.

Why This Matters

Tread separation on these tires may increase the risk of a crash, posing a significant safety hazard to drivers and passengers.

Source

NHTSA Recall ID: 26T009000

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Kumho Tire Co., Inc. is recalling 11,169 Solus TA11 tires due to potential tread separation, which fails to meet federal safety standards and may increase crash risk.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
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