Recall of Xcellent Roadbreaker A/T Tires for Safety Non-Compliance
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General Rubber is recalling 65 Xcellent Roadbreaker A/T tires due to potential cracking and inner liner separation, which could lead to tire failure and increase crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 11, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
General Rubber (Thailand) Co., Ltd is recalling certain Xcellent Roadbreaker A/T tires because they may crack and the inner liner may separate, resulting in tire failure. These tires fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are Xcellent Roadbreaker A/T tires, size LT305/65R17, with a tire identification number that ends in “4324”. Approximately 65 units are affected, with a model year of 9999.
What You Should Do
Consumers should expect owner notification letters to be mailed on April 12, 2026. For a refund of the purchase price, contact Xcellent Tire & Wheel, Inc. at (214) 299-9572.
Why This Matters
Tire failure can cause a sudden loss of pressure, increasing the risk of a crash and potential injuries.
Source
This recall is attributed to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under campaign number 26T008000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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