Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford excursion equipped with toyo open country r/t tires (na), size: lt285/75/r16. While driving 65 MPH, the rear passenger tire experienced tread separation. Prior to the failure, the rear driver's tire was replaced by allen tire (located at 1725 superior ave, costa mesa, ca 92627, (949) 646-5236) due to a bulge in the tire. The contact stated that there was damage to the vehicle. The set of tires were a replacement set. The tire was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14t014000 (tires). The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 170,000 and the tire failure mileage was 75,000.
2002 Ford Excursion tires problems
27 complaints (21% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 37,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 27
- of this car's complaints
- 21%
- typical mileage
- 37,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Tread/belt7
- Sidewall4
- Pressure monitoring and regulating systems1
At what mileage
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Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Ford Excursion tires
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Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2002 Ford Excursion owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford excursion equipped with sunfull mont-pro ht781 tires, size: lt265/75/16. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rear passenger side tire tread separated, which caused a bubble in the tire. Within less than a thousand miles later, the front driver's tire also experienced the failure. The retail facility where the tires were sold and installed was not contacted. The tire manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 166,000 and the tire failure mileage was approximately 4,999.
On 6/5/2013, I was driving on freeway at approx. 70mph and tread separated from rt. Rear tire causing vehicle to swerve into adjacent lane. Damage to quarter panel and running board. This is the second tire failure in the past 45 days.the tires are bfgoodrich 265/75r/16 commercial ta load range e. The four new tires were installed on 2/28/2011 and have approx. 14,300 miles of wear at time of failure. The other tire (left front) failed on 4/19/2013. Because of strong front end vibration, I inspected the front tires. I found that it was out of round due to belt separation. The dealer replaced this tire also.
While driving on I-84 east bound, between the dalles and pendleton oregon, our 2002 ford excursion experienced a tire tread separation on the right rear. We experienced a recurring popping sound just prior to the tread separation. We were pulling a light trailer. Tread separated but tire remained inflated. I was able to see the tread leave the tire in my right mirror as it happened. We were traveling up hill at the time so speed was approximately 63mph. Dry roads and 93 degrees.
I am the original owner of a 2002 ford excursion that is equipped with the firestone steeltex a/t tires lt 265/75r16 119/116r load range d; with about 60k miles. On friday night I experienced a tire blowout while operating at highway speeds (55 MPH). It appears that the tread separated from the tire. In checking the web sights this evening there appears to have been a "safety improvement" for this tire. I have yet to receive it. Who can address my issues of replacing my tires and or repairing the damage.
The consumer received letter regarding recall # 03t0020000. However, bridgestone/firestone has not cooperated with the consumer. The right rear passenger tire blew out. Chunks of the tire damaged underneath the vehicle, and ford said there was nothing they can do. Please provide any further information.
The consumer stated the tires on his vehicle had irregular wear and made a lot of noise. He read that the manufacturer was recalling these tires, so he took them to the dealer and had them checked, at which time he was advised to get more tires, because of the irregular wear. The consumer stated he did purchased more tires, after consulting the manufacturer who at that time advised him of what to do to get reimbursed for the bad tires. The consumer is now having a hard time trying to get reimbursement. Bridgeport/goodyear lt 265/75 r 16 lrd.
Firestone steeltex tires experienced tread separation. *bf the owner requested reimbursement. *sc
Traveling east bound on I-84 10 miles from mountain home, idaho when my left rear tire tread separated from the tire and then the tire blew. Tire type was a firestone lt 365/75r16 load range d steeltex r4s model. The thread damage my quarter panel, wheel well splash gaurds and paint on vehicle. I was travel at 75 MPH with my tire pressure set at recommended pressure set by ford at 45 psi front and 55 psi in the rear. Vehicle was 2002 ford excursion xlt. I file a insurance claim for repair and they completed on sept. 10, 2004. On sept 14, 2004 I contact firestone tech services about the tire. They will send a complaint and instruction how file a claim.
Consumer received recall 03t 002 000 concerning firestone, steeltex a/t, lt265/75r16 load range d from the manufacturer on march 2004. Consumer was told by dealer and manufacturer that the tires needed were not available. It has been almost six months and consumer was constantly being told the same in 30 day increments.
Questions about the 2002 Ford Excursion tires
Does the 2002 Ford Excursion have tires problems?
Owners have filed 27 complaints about the tires of the 2002 Ford Excursion, 21% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 Ford Excursion tires problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 37,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2002 Ford Excursion tires?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 2002 Ford Excursion problems
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