2001 Chevrolet Suburban tires problems

Filed Aug 17, 2015 · Tires · 205,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet suburban equipped with hercules all trac a/t tires, size: 265/70r16 (na). While driving approximately 70 MPH, the rear driver side tire blew out. The tire was replaced with a spare tire. The vehicle was taken to an independent tire technician who replaced the tire. The VIN was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate tire failure mileage was 5,000 and the approximate vehicle failure mileage was 205,000.

Filed Aug 18, 2009 · Tires · 151,072 miles · NC

I purchased a set of sigma stampede tires in 2-2007. 3 of the 4 tires purchased had side wal blow outs. I took the tires to where I bought them and the owner said it looked as though there could be a defect. I contacted tbc corp. About the problem and was told that this tire had been recalled but the set I had was the wrong dot #. I then told them 3 out of 4 tires that had no tread damage that blow out the side wall should be looked at I was told to get my receipt and fax it to them and they would make an adjustment on 2 of the tires this was done 2 weeks ago and I have not heard from them . The first tire blew out 11-2008, and I replaced it . The second on 4- 2009and the third on 7-12-2009. They said that I would need all the bad tires for them to look at , but all but 1 cannot be recovered they had me take the remaining tire 34 miles from my home to one of their distributors to look at ,when I went they would not even look at it . This company has done nothing but give me a run-around when all I wanted was to make them aware of a possible problem. They were the pnes that mention an adjustment, and after doing what they asked they will not contact me back.

Filed Nov 4, 2004 · Tires · CA

While traveling a loud noise was heard coming from the front. Consumer pulled over, and noticed that driver 's side front tire sidewall tread separated from the wheel. A second incident happened while the vehicle was parked in the garage. The passenger's side tire sidewall tread separated as well. Future adveturer, h/t p265/70r16, dot ut72xd90804.

Filed Aug 8, 2004 · Tires · 36,000 miles · TX

Driving a 2001 chevrolet suburban with 35,000 miles and original equipment firestone steeltex 16 inch tires during the day on dry road, I had an unexpected tread separation and explosive blow out at 70 MPH.tire pressures were checked before the trip and no defects in any of the tires was noted. There was some damage to the car in the wheel well area that will require a fair amount of body work to repair. This just happened yesterday 08aug04, and I have not had a chance to contact a chevy or a firestone dealer.

Filed Jul 14, 2004 · Tires · 17,000 miles · NV · 3 injuries

2001 chevrolet surburban - approx 17000 miles - months ago - received a recall on this surburban for the firestone wilderness tires - took it to dealer and they said that these tires looked okay. However - on 7/10/04 coming back from a 2 mile drive for groceries - (a major street) - heard a huge explosion sound - the truck swerved wildly - we were thrown and tossed but had seat belts and kids in carriers- going 35 miles per hour - my wife and children terrified and crying - and they were tossed side to side - wife in pain - son had huge belt bruise - I pulled my lower back - my baby seems okay. When it finally stopped in middle of road - I found thatrear left tire had completely blown out like a popped balloon - entire internal about 12 by 8 inches - v pattern - this is the same kind of damage that got all that news attention about firestone tires just blowing on the tire walls and roll overs on freeways. We were terrified when we realized this and knew that had we been going faster we would have nearly died! Went to my chevy dealer immediately at henderson chevy (spare on) - completely ignored my complaint. Please help !!!! We are terrifed to drive this truck and cannot afford to just buy all new tires - and what about being hurt and this happening just like it did to so many others the same way (their SUV's and firestone wilderness tires) - again help please!

Filed Jun 10, 2004 · Tires · ND

The tread separated on the rear passenger tire of our 2001 suburban. The tire is a firestone wilderness le with 48,000 miles on it the serial number is v672wl23600. It was a 65 degree day and there was no load on the vehicle. The inside 1/3 of the tire looked like someone took a knife and sliced down under the cords.

Filed Apr 29, 2004 · Tires · 36,000 miles · NY

Upon inspection of the tires by the dealership, while doing an oil change, they noticed that all four tires were experiencing tread separation. *ak

Filed Dec 8, 2003 · Suspension, Tires · 47,000 miles · NC

I had to replace tires on this vehicle at 29,000 miles to due excessive wear on the tires. These tires had been rotated and balanced every 4,000 miles. I assumed the tires had to be replaced because the tires were manufactured poorly.*ak well after replacing the original tires with goodyear tires, I have again had problems with tire wear on the front passenger side tire. I had a goodyear service technician investigate the issue and when the tire was removed the inner tie rod assembly was very loose. The inner tie rod had to be replaced. This is a serious issue. This can cause instability in vehicle control resulting in an accident. The chevrolet dealership where I purchased the vehicle said that they had never seen a problem. The extended warranty that I purchased specifically does not cover this item. I obtained a service bulletin that indicates these parts have to be replaced quite frequently. I am very disappointed in the service from chevrolet and the answers given to me by the local dealership. I saw the inner tie rod connection with my own eyes and immediately could tell there was an issue. Very curious that there have been so many issues with tires and sterring on these vehicles and now I see this problem with the tie rod. I believe this should warrant some investigation.

Filed Oct 9, 2003 · Tires · DC

Firestone load range e tire had tread separation while towing airstream trailer. The tow vehicle was a 2001 suburban. *mr *scc *ph

Filed Oct 7, 2003 · Tires · CA

My vehicle, a 2001 chevy suburban is equipped with firestone wilderness le p265 7or/16, and was part of the recall as seen on the firestone settlement website, which also included a list of affected tires to the federal safety agency pe00-020. As stated on the legal notice, "although firestone's recall and replacement programs were completed prior to the settlement, if a member of the class has not replaced, recalled or replacement tires that are still in use on his or her vehicle, firestone will replace those tires without charge if the vehicle is brought to a firestone tire service center." went to a firestone tire service center and the store manager (alfonso) said that he "could not replace" the tires because he was unaware of the recall notice, to that particular tire. Spoke to a different manager (doug) and its supervisor (sandy) and both of whom are unaware of the recall situation. Recommended to call 866‑345‑0360. She also took my information down in order to relay it to someone else in the company for call back. I called the number she gave me and received recordings that detail what the settlement web site describe. I would like firestone to abide by the proposed settlement as soon as possible.