Dodge RAM 2500 tire blowout problems

Filed Aug 14, 2024 · Tires · 305,000 miles · CT · 1 injury

The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 equipped with Mastercraft Tires, Tire Line: Courser AXT, Tire Size:245/75/R16, DOT Number: [XXX] . The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle started shaking abnormally. The contact stated that the abnormal shaking worsened, and the contact pulled over and discovered a bulge in the rear driver’s side tire. The contact replaced the tire with the spare and resumed normal driving. Upon returning to the residence, while inspecting the front passenger’s side tire, the contact cut his index and middle finger on the left hand due to the steel belt protruding from the tire. Upon further inspection, the contact discovered the same failure with the rear driver’s side tire that was replaced. The contact had not sought medical attention for the injuries. The contact attempted to call the manufacturer for assistance but was unable to reach a representative. The tires were not replaced. The tire failure mileage was approximately 3,000. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 305,000. The VIN was not available. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Feb 15, 2023 · Tires · TX

I purchased a pair of Treadwright warden tires for the rear of my wife’s truck. In less than 100 miles the tread separated from the casing on one of the tires. I caught it before it completely blew out and have pictures. The replacement they sent has a blown sidewall. I mounted it and a bubble started to form that was 1/2” high and 3” around with just 20psi, operating PSI for the tire is 80PSI. I immediately stopped inflation and contacted Treadwright. They tried to convince me that it was “overlap” and safe to use. I told them it is not over lap and showed them multiple pictures of the tire from different angles to prove it has a blown belt. They still insisted it was a serviceable tire. It’s not and I have pictures. I’ve used Treadwright tires for the last 5 or so years. Over the last year and a half to 2 years I’ve received 6 defective tires. All defects were fatal defects, all being broken belts. That’s 1 out of every 4.5 tires purchased. If I’ve received that many fault tires I can be the only one. On top of that the insistence of Treadwright trying to convince people to use fatally defective tires is negligent, reckless and dangerous.

Filed Oct 25, 2022 · Tires · 151,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2012 RAM 2500 equipped with Kenda Tires, Tire Line: Klever, Tire Size: LT275/70/R18, DOT Number: 02T6NAANL12228260. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle started bouncing. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact continued to drive back to the tire shop and was informed that the front passenger’s side tire was showing tread separation. The tire shop replaced the front passenger’s side tire. The contact stated that approximately two weeks later, he experienced the same failure with the front driver’s side tire. The contact took the vehicle back to the tire shop and had the front driver’s side tire replaced with the spear tire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that he had left a voicemail with the manufacturer but had not yet received a callback. The failure mileage was approximately 151,000.

Filed Feb 17, 2022 · Visibility · MO

The climate control will not change to defrost. It will only blow out the dash vents. My windshield foged up while driving 70mph and I could not see. Had to stop every few miles to use my t-shirt to clean it off. Very dangerous what if I was on a small country road, there is not much room for errors.

Filed Aug 13, 2021 · Tires · 170,000 miles · AZ

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Defender LTX M/S, Tire Size: 265/70/R17, DOT Number: B7KP02EX. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the driver’s side front tire exploded, causing the headlight module to detach and crash into the windshield of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the passenger’s side rear tire exploded, causing the wheel to fracture into pieces. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not provide any assistance. A case was opened. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 170,000. The tire failure mileages were unknown.

Filed Aug 27, 2020 · Wheels · 4,100 miles · FL · crash

I I purchased new truck tires that self destructed in 4,000 miles. Complete a massive tread separation resulting in freeway speed tire blow out. Veerubber taiga h/t r33. Four out of two failed. Dallas dealer said they were unsafe at any speed upon examination.

Filed Aug 13, 2020 · Tires · 52,995 miles · CA

While driving my truck on the interstate and pulling a travel trailer, the driver's side front tire had a blowout without warning. My truck and trailer momentarily swerved but I was able to regain control and pull over to the right shoulder. I heard the remaining tire tread strike the wheel well repeatedly before I could stop the truck. The blowout caused extensive damage to the fender, wheel well liner, battery, headlight bracket, bumper and wiring harness. Aside from the body damage, numerous wires were torn and rendered the truck inoperable. Due to the amount of damage, my insurance carrier deemed the vehicle a total loss. I'm shocked and dismayed that the tire failed. The tires had a 60,000-mile warranty on them, but had been in service for less than 22,000 miles. I checked the tire pressure before starting the trip. My TPMS did not indicate a loss of pressure during my travels. The road was flat and in good condition. I did not strike any objects on the road. Because I was pulling a trailer, my speed was approximately 50-55 MPH. Upon further inspection after the blowout, I noticed a large hole in the tire casing. I presume that the tire deteriorated from the inside out, and ultimately resulted in failure. I'm lucky that traffic was light and that I was not near the edge of a cliff or mountain road. Although I lost my truck, this blowout could have had much more serious and dire consequences for myself and others.

Filed Jul 21, 2020 · Tires · 70,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the driver's and passenger's side rear tires were replaced with goodyear tires, tire line: wrangler, tire size: 265/75/16/e, dot number: pjw8hb1v0420. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to drive in straight line after the tires were replaced. The vehicle also wobbled while driving after the tires were replaced. The tires were purchased at a sam's club store. The contact had the vehicle taken back to the sam's club for a full refund of the purchase price. The tires were replaced and the failure was remedied. The tire manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle manufacturer was not contacted or made aware of the failure. The tire failure mileage was unknown. The failure mileage was 70,000. *bf

Filed Nov 29, 2019 · Tires · 418,844 miles · OK

While driving a dodge ram 2500, without any load and at a speed of 35 MPH on a straight smooth road the rear right tire burst for no apparent reason. A local firestone dealer believes that the tire was punctured and at a low pressure. I do not believe that as a visual inspection prior to the trip which resulted in the blowout did not indicate a low pressure.

Filed Feb 27, 2018 · Tires · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge ram 2500 equipped with four mastercraft courser axt (na) tires, size: 285/75/r16/ (na). The tires were purchased in january of 2018. While driving approximately 65 MPH and pulling a trailer, the front passenger tire suddenly blew out. During the incident, the front passenger rim was destroyed. The contact indicated that the exact tire pressure was checked before starting the trip. The manufacturer and local dealer (elliston repair and tire in fredricktown, ohio were notified. The VIN and vehicle failure mileage were unknown. The tire failure mileage was 100.