2002 Chevrolet Silverado tires problems

Filed Dec 1, 2010 · Tires · MO

2002 chevrolet silverado. Consumer writes regarding problem with tires *tgw the consumer stated she purchased four cooper tires on july 6, 2006. When the vehicle had 60,893 miles on it. 34,573 miles later, the front passenger tire tread started coming out in chunks. The consumer only discovered the problem after hearing a noise against the truck. The second failure was on august 8, 2010 when the passenger rear tire tread completely shredded off and caused damage to the truck. The consumer stated the tires were defective and is requesting reimbursement.

Filed May 1, 2006 · Tires · 38,000 miles · FL

I purchased new, a 2002 chevrolet 2500 hd crew cab 4x4 from ed morse sawgrass chevrolet. In 2004, after noticing signs of cracking on the sidewalls and area where the sidewall meets the treads on all four tires, I brought the truck to maroone chevrolet service center for inspection. I explained that I was concerned that the tires, having approximately 24,000 miles on them, should not be cracking that it might be dangerous. The supervisor inspected them and told me that it was normal and I had nothing to worry about. I asked for something in writing and he refused to give me anything. As a result, in december 2005, while returning from vacation with my family, without warning there was a sudden loud noise followed by a severe vibration and difficulty in handling. I immediately pulled off the road. Upon inspection I found that the entire tread was missing from the right rear tire (firestone steeltex a/t). Luckily at that time the tire still held pressure. Had I not immediately pulled over, the tire could have blown out and the results could have been devastating. Upon further inspection when I arrived home, when the tread separated from the tire it damaged the support bars in the wheel well and folded up the fender behind the tire. As the other three tires look the same, I am concerned for my family's safety and am not driving the vehicle until I have replaced all tires. I have written to the dealership and consumer affairs and have not gotten a response from either.

Filed Dec 16, 2005 · Tires · WA

I am writing to inform you of a tire problem I had the other day with one of your firestone steeltex radial a/t lt 245 75 r16 ten ply truck tire. The other info on the tire is 120/116 r m&s. Dot vh11 baac 2801, 008009, da807t. I have only 23,000 miles on these tires. They came on the vehicle when I purchased it new. It was on the passenger side rear of my 2002 chevy duramax. 2500 hd. Had 80 psi as required and I had my camper on. Right at 30 inches of tread separated from the casing. I was lucky to have noticed the problem before it came all the way off and did any damage at all to my vehicle. \we have no firestone dealer at all in our area, and I could not take the chance of this problem ever happening again with these tires. I have replace all 4 tires with the same size and load range as required with another brand. Attached are some pictures of the tire. Is firestone interested in my problem, and what do I need to do now with my bad tire and the remaining 3 tires? Thank-you.

Filed Sep 29, 2005 · Tires · 8,470 miles · MO

Goodyear wrangler rts tires developing sidewall bulges and bumps.*mr out of concern for safety, the consumer had the tires pulled at about 8,000 miles, and the winter tires installed. All sounds, vibrations, and noises went away after the tire change (dot number of the four faulty tires 306r dot md70-d5wr 4903, 308l dot md70-d5wr 5003, 403l dot md70-d5wr 5003, 233l dot md70-d5wr 4803). *bf

Filed Aug 16, 2005 · Tires · 32,142 miles · SC

08/14/2005 traveling from atlanta, ga on I-95 and noticed a vibration coming from the left front of vehicle started slowing down then the truck started shaking so bad it was almost hard to control. Stopped vehicle safely and inspected front end and found that the left front tire had separated at the radial belt. Found a back country store and had a tire install (used all that was avail). Tire cost 150.00 boy was I taken. Still have tire in my possession.

Filed May 10, 2005 · Tires · 55,000 miles · MO

2002 chevrolet silverado experiencing problems with the goodyear wrangler rts tires.*mr a couple thousand miles after the tires were installed the consumer heard tires noise with vibrations. The vehicle was inspected at the dealer who informed the consumer that everything was fine. The consumer chose to remove the tires and install snow tires. Once the tires were changed the noise and vibration no longer existed. When the consumer inspected the tires he noticed sidewall bulges, bumps and other irregularities.

Filed May 6, 2005 · Tires · 46,000 miles · TX

Dt: while driving the cable from which my spare was attached broke loose, and the tire landed to the side of the roadway. Speed was only 35 MPH at the time, this happened without warning. No repairs have been made. Dealer referred to nhsta.

Filed Dec 8, 2004 · Tires · 82,491 miles · NH

While the vehicle was parked. Consumer inspected the spare tire rack, and noticed cable sheared off. *ak spare tire rivets falling off of the tire while travelling. The spare tire was brand new never used before.

Filed Nov 3, 2004 · Brakes, Tires · 25,100 miles · MA

Vehicle just turned twenty five thousand miles and needed brakes and rotors. While driving there was pulsation, and difficult stopping. Took vehilce to the dealer. They wanted to charge consumer $800.00 for repairs. *ak

Filed Sep 30, 2004 · Tires, Wheels · 44,000 miles · FL · crash

Consumer was driving on the highway at approximately 66 MPH the tire blew out. The front wheel assembly snapped off right behind the brake hub assembly. Then, vehicle dropped down on its frame and skidded along the road for about 150 to 200 yards and then skidded into a guard rail. Consumer contacted the manufacturer , and was told that the manufacturer will send someone to investigate the situation. Currently, gm denied the claim.*ak right front wheel assembly broke off at the upper ball joint.