General Tire Altimax RT45 (General Tire) – Overcuring Problem (2025)
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
GENERAL TIRE ALTIMAX RT45 Tire
Brand
GENERAL TIRE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC is recalling certain GENERAL TIRE ALTIMAX RT45 tires due to tires:sidewall issues. Overcured tires may experience tread separation or break at the sidewall, causing a sudden loss of air and increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) is recalling certain General Tire Altimax RT45 tires, size 235/60R18. The tires may have been overcured during manufacturing.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Overcured tires may experience tread separation or break at the sidewall, causing a sudden loss of air and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2025. Owners may contact CTA customer service at 1-888-799-2168.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026