X Comp A/T Tire (Gladiator) – Sidewall Defect (2020)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
GLADIATOR X COMP A/T Tire
Brand
GLADIATOR
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
American Pacific Industries, Inc. is recalling certain GLADIATOR X COMP A/T tires due to tires:sidewall issues. Sidewall separation can lead to tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
American Pacific Industries, Inc. (American Pacific) is recalling certain Gladiator X-Comp A/T tires, size LT285/75R16, Load Range E and with DOT date codes 0718 to 0420. Endurance testing found the sidewall may separate from the tire. 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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Sidewall separation can lead to tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
American Pacific will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. The recall began June 30, 2020. Owners may contact American Pacific customer service at 1-800-944-8414.
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