Data Breach Summary
Bridgestone Americas, Inc., a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers, with a diverse portfolio spanning original equipment and replacement tires, tire-centric solutions, and mobility products. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas operates more than 50 production facilities and employs over 55,000 people across North America, representing a significant portion of its parent company’s global footprint.
On September 2, 2025, reports emerged regarding a cyberattack impacting Bridgestone Americas’ manufacturing operations in North America. Specifically, the breach affected two production facilities in Aiken County, South Carolina. The next day, similar disruptions were reported at Bridgestone’s manufacturing plant in Joliette, Quebec.
The company has stated that its rapid response contained the attack early, preventing customer data theft and limiting deep network infiltration. Despite this, the company is still investigating the incident’s full scope.
Bridgestone Americas emphasized that business continuity and the protection of data and interfaces have been their top priorities. The company swiftly took action to contain the breach, with teams working around the clock to mitigate its impact. They have expressed confidence that the incident was contained early, limiting further damage to operations. However, product shortages due to the disruption in their manufacturing process are possible.
Bridgestone’s statement also clarified that, while forensic analysis is ongoing, there is no confirmed customer data compromise at this time. The company remains vigilant in addressing any further potential impacts on the supply chain.
Although Bridgestone has not confirmed the exact details of the breach, it is clear that the cyberattack primarily impacted manufacturing operations. Initial reports suggest that two facilities in South Carolina and Quebec were disrupted. The company has not yet disclosed whether the incident was ransomware-related, as inquiries about this were not clarified by their spokesperson.
The company has not released the number of individuals impacted, but it is clear that the breach has had an operational impact on the company’s ability to meet customer obligations, leading to potential delays in product deliveries.
The breach may involve the following categories of personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI):
Full Names
Social Security Numbers
Driver’s License Numbers
Financial Account Information (e.g., credit or debit card numbers)
Medical Information
Health Insurance Information
Dates of Birth
If you were impacted by this breach, Bridgestone Americas recommends taking the following steps to protect your personal and financial information:
Enroll in the free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services offered by the company.
Monitor your financial accounts for any unusual activity or unauthorized transactions.
Change passwords for any other accounts that may share similar login credentials.
Place fraud alerts or freezes with the major credit bureaus to prevent unauthorized access to your credit.
Be cautious of phishing emails or phone calls that may attempt to exploit the breach.
If you received a notification about the breach, you may want to explore your legal options. Bridgestone Americas responsibility to protect sensitive patient data has potentially exposed individuals to identity theft and other risks. You could be eligible to join a class action lawsuit against Bridgestone Americas for damages caused by the breach.
To determine if you qualify for the class action lawsuit or need further legal support, contact Class Action U for a free consultation. Our legal experts can help you navigate the next steps and ensure that your voice is heard in the fight for justice and accountability.
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