Recall 15V044 covers 9,074 2015 GMC Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave vehicles for Goodyear Fortera HL tread cracking. Free tire replacement at franchised GMC dealers.
GMC is recalling 9,074 2015 Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave vehicles because the Goodyear P255/65R18 Fortera HL tire tread can crack. If the tread cracks, the tire can lose pressure or fail, increasing crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once GMC makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2015 Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave SUVs were built with Goodyear P255/65R18 Fortera HL tires. The tire tread is the rubber surface that meets the road, carries the vehicle load, and helps the SUV steer, brake, and track straight. The crown area is the center of that tread, where Goodyear found the crack condition during testing.
The problem is tread cracking. Goodyear found a crack in the crown area during safety-standard testing, with no air loss in that tested tire. Additional testing confirmed the condition, and the root cause was still under Goodyear analysis in the recall filing.
If the condition appears on a tire in service, the owner signs are tread chunking, unusual tire noise, or vibration. Those signs point to tread damage, not a normal wear pattern.
Who's affected?
The scope covers three related crossover nameplates, so badge and model alone do not confirm inclusion.
| 2015 GMC Acadia | tire |
|---|---|
| 2015 Chevrolet Traverse | tire |
| 2015 Buick Enclave | tire |
| Units affected | 9,074 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific crossover is included.
What's the safety risk?
Cracked tire tread can cause tire pressure loss or tire failure, which increases the risk of a crash. Watch for tread chunking, new tire noise, or vibration, and call the dealer before driving farther if those signs appear. Repair will be free at any franchised GMC dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2015 Acadia, Traverse, or Enclave is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised GMC dealer and ask whether the free tire replacement for recall number 15V044 is open for your VIN.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the original Goodyear P255/65R18 Fortera HL tires for the tread-cracking recall and replace covered tires from the affected date range.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it. If not, give the dealer recall number 15V044 when you call.
- Avoid long trips and monitor tire pressure until the tire inspection and any covered replacement are complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a GMC technician will replace the Goodyear P255/65R18 Fortera HL tires that were manufactured within the recalled tire date range. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Out-of-pocket tire repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the involved vehicles were covered under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| January 26, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| January 26, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 28, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| March 9, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V044?
Recall 15V044 covers 9,074 2015 Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave vehicles equipped with Goodyear P255/65R18 Fortera HL tires that can develop tread cracking. Cracked tire tread can cause pressure loss or tire failure, increasing crash risk. Dealers replace affected original-equipment tires for free.
What should I do if my 2015 GMC Acadia, Traverse, or Enclave is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V044. If it is, contact a franchised GMC dealer and ask for recall 15025/15067. The dealer will inspect the tire build range and replace covered Goodyear P255/65R18 Fortera HL tires for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and this recall calls for dealers to replace covered tires free of charge. The free repair applies to original-equipment Goodyear P255/65R18 Fortera HL tires within the affected manufacturing range.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire tread cracking that can lead to loss of tire pressure or tire failure. That increases crash risk, especially if a tire fails while the vehicle is moving. If your VIN is included, arrange the free tire replacement with a franchised GMC dealer.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2015 Acadia, Traverse, or Enclave is included, then reference recall 15V044 and GMC recall number 15025/15067 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V044000 |
|---|---|
| GMC customer service | 1-800-521-7300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V044 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V044000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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