Tri-Ace Pioneer A/T III Tire (Tri-Ace) – Sidewall Defect (2022)
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
TRI-ACE PIONEER A/T III Tire
Brand
TRI-ACE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Vee Tyre and Rubber Co., Ltd. is recalling certain TRI-ACE PIONEER A/T III 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
Vee Tyre and Rubber Co., Ltd. (Vee Tyre) is recalling certain Tri-Ace Pioneer A/T III tires, sizes LT245/70R17 and LT235/85R16, with DOT codes 4718 through 1819. Due to a manufacturing issue, the sidewall may separate from the tire. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 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
Vee Tyre will notify and reimburse owners the cost of the tires, along with any service fees. The recall began March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Vee Tyre customer service at 1-212-564-7575. Vee Tyre's numbers for this recall are 16MBCMJBL & 16MJEMHBL.
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