Rubicon Express Lift Kit (TAP WORLDWIDE) - Suspension Component Fault (2020)
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
TAP WORLDWIDE RUBICON EXPRESS LIFT KIT
Brand
TAP WORLDWIDE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
TAP Worldwide, LLC is recalling certain TAP WORLDWIDE RUBICON EXPRESS LIFT KIT equipment due to tires issues. Reduced vehicle stability from installing 40" tires can increase the risk of a crash during certain emergency maneuvering situations..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
TAP Worldwide, LLC (TAP) is recalling certain Rubicon Express 4.5" and 5.5" Super-Flex suspension lift kits, part numbers JT7147, Universal lift kit JT7099, Arm lift kit JT7102, and W/GCB lift kit JT7145 sold for installation on 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The fitment guide for the lift kits may have inaccurately stated that 40" tires are compatible with the kit, however, installation of 40" tires can affect vehicle stability in certain emergency maneuvering situations.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Reduced vehicle stability from installing 40" tires can increase the risk of a crash during certain emergency maneuvering situations.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
TAP will notify owners, and will replace the fitment guide and if necessary, will replace 40" tires with tires of an appropriate size, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.
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