Tire blew out while traveling causing vehicle to fishtail from side to side, no crash
2001 Ford Expedition tires complaints
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Tire rotation/balance/allignment done 1/18/05. On 3/3/05 had sudden vibration on interstate 75. Found area on the rear pass. Side tire aprrox 6-8 inches long & 3/4 width of the tire with tread separation. These were the original grabbers (on my 2001 expedition) lot 1377, which was not part of the recall several yrs ago. Tire dealer said other rear tire was also showing signs of tread separation as well. Tire had 49,000 miles on them with plenty of tread.
Tire separation on a 2001 ford expedition causing damage to the front and side panel of the vehicle.
Re defective general "grabber aw" SUV tires. *bf defect number could not be found. Consumer would like to be reinbursed for the cost of replacing vehicle tires.
Spare tire cable broke underneath the truck while driving 20 MPH or less, causing the spare tire to roll into another vehicle on the highway. The dealer was contacted.
The left rear tire experienced a tread separation while driving 70 MPH with two adults in a ford, explorer 2001. The problem was noticed when the rear of the vehicle was wobbling, and something was flapping against the body of the vehicle. Original equipment, tire size 275/60r17, and dot #adt044t0101. Tire company was notified.
Tread separation 2nd tire.
While driving from la to oh we experienced tire tread separation on the rear driver side tire while going 70 miles an hour on the hwy.the tires are original to the 2001 expedition.continental issued a recall on certain p275/60r17 tires on 2000 & 2001 expeditions and navigators.the recall was issued due to potential tread detachment or separation.when I found out about the recall at the beginning of last year I had the tires checked and found they were not part of the recall.after our tread separation and numerous calls to conti's corporate office in south carolina and last time speaking with supervisor(who would not give me his last name) I personally was told that conti would replace the tire with tread separation (pro rated) but not the remaining tires on the vehicle because they aren't defective.I told him I did not feel safe having these tires on my vehicle especially since we have 1040 mile trip home but was told "no replacements". When I asked how the tire could just suddenly have tread separation, I was told that in the summer when tires heat up this can happen.he told me that if I still felt unsafe with then to take them to either a local ford dealer or to a tire dealer.we took the truck to both and were told that sort of separation is rare & unusual.the ford dealer has attempted to reach an agreement with conti to but was told the best "deal" would only give 25% off new tires and not replace them totally (not even the defective tire). The general grabber aw p275/60r17's have been discontinued and another brand wil have to be substituted.I think that these tires present a safety hazard to other people who may unknowingly have them think they are safe because they were not part of the recall.I feel that others need to be informed of this hazard and of conti's unwillingness to rectify the situation. Now while my family and I were lucky that when the separation occured we were able to get to the side of the road without an accident others may not be so lucky.
Defective general grabber aw SUV tires.*mr the consumer's experienced a tire failure. The vehicle was taken to a tire retailer and the repairman noticed a separation between the tread ribs was forming. A replacement of the same tire was not available therefore the technician moved the tire to the spare area. Several months later the consumer observed a large section of the tire missing due to tread separation. While attempting to locate a general dealer the consumer came across a recall for general grabber aw tires (02t-012000). The service advisor stated that there was no recall on the vehicle.
I have a 2001 ford expedition that came equipped with general grabber aw tires, 275/60r 17 (all have dot # adto 44t 2401). These particular tires were recalled due to tread separation and I took them to a ford dealer when I heard of the recall. I was informed that my tires were not covered by the recall. I was told that the problem was corrected and that the tires were fine. I was also told that the problem was that the tires were experiencing tread separation at about 45,000 miles. At 47,000 miles on the tires while driving at highway speeds I felt severe shaking of the vehicle, I pulled off of the road and inspected the tires. One of the tires (right rear) showed extensive tread separation very near total failure. Only my good judgement averted a possible disaster. I went to my ford dealer to complain about the tires, they said that they may be able to help me with new tires. When it came down to the bottom line they said that the tires had too many miles. I will not buy another set of general tires ever. I feel that both ford and continental (general) and responsible and should replace these tires which they should have done 2 years ago when the others were recalled. They have been gambleing with the safety of my family and apparently have dodged the bullet this time.
At 30 MPH consumer noticed one of the tires was making a rumbling noise. Consumer replaced all four tires. Fireston stelltex, size atlt265/75r16.
At 30 MPH consumer noticed one of the tires was making a rumbling noise. Consumer replaced all four tires. Firestone, stelltex at, lt265/75r16.
While driving rear left tire fell off of vehicle. *mr *sc
2001 ford expedition suffered from tire tread separation.*mr while driving the tread of the left rear tire separated. The tread separation caused extensive damage to the vehicle. It bent the exhaust pipe, ripped off the wheel well trim, smashed the turn signal compartment and scraped the bumper. The consumer requested reimbursement for the damages and would like replacement tires.
While driving front passenger side tire separated without warning.
This is a modified copy of a letter sent to continental tire of north america, inc. And to ford motor company. The reason for informing the federal safety agency of this is the hope that these companies will be held accountable for the products they sell the american public. I drive is a 2001 ford expedition, which at the time of the incident had 26,000 miles on it and came stocked with general grabber aw tires dot# adt044t4900 size 275/60/17. The reason for this letter is not only to inform you of my disgust, but also to inform you that this tire caused close to $3,000 worth of damage to my vehicle and also put my family and I in danger on that day and every other day we drove on general tires. I also was told by several tire distributorships, the tires were poorly made and in order for ford to make a buck and continental tire co to increase their profit margin equipped thousands of ford vehicles with an inferior product. I dont expect poor quality on any part of a vehicle that costs more then $40,000, which is why I am forwarding this letter to ford motor co. As a result, I have lost all faith and confidence in your ability to produce a tire that is suitable for the american public, as well as ford to produce a superior product for its customers. This is why I am asking for total reimbursement for all costs, including replacement of all tires to another brand and cost of a rental vehicle while my car is being repaired. (all receipts are included, but this is an estimate and not a final total.) it should also be noted that I did hurt my back during this incident, but did not receive medical attention. I put this in the claim information report so if anything arises you can be informed. The tire in question will be sent out of gainesville tx this week. Your prompt attention to this matter is appreciated. Cordially, bill coury.
As we were driving we had a tire tread separation. Luckly, we did not flip over in our 2001 ford expedition. To our knowledge when we got home we checked the tires number and it was a recalled general- grabber aw.fortunately, we all survived but our car has major damage. The recall on the tires ended april 1st, 2003 and we purchased the SUV the same month.now the tire manufacture doesnot want to do anything, ford company says-they wont do anything- the dealership that we purchased the SUV from says they're not responsible how does the dealership not know about the grenade they sold me? I thought that the purpose of a recall was to save lives... I almost lost my family and my life- if we did die or one of my family members- would someone finally listen? Well, that's the impression I'm getting.when will the rules change? Ntsb-should help me because that's why you all do the work that you do. I still have the tire -the damaged tire that is-what do I do?
The tread on the left rear tire peeled away from the sidewayy. I have other tires seperate, but this by far was the cleanes seperation that I have seen. I was on vacation and had all other tires replaced and my cost. I never heard about the recall in 2002 and I am very agitated with this, becuase I would never put my family on unsafe tires. The tread hit the back tailgate and quarter pannel and cost a total of $1,650 in damage. Now my insurace company will deal with this "company".
We were on vacation and were near palm springs, california travelling on the I-10 w/b when the right rear tire separated and caused extensive damage to the right rear quarter panel. If the separated tread hadn't hit the tailpipe and quarter panel, then the tire may have come up and hit the rear passenger. The tread actually pushed up the carpeting and indented the undercarriage. We kept the separated tire.took pictures.we bought new tires. We just filed a complaint with continental tires as of 7-6-03. I think they expected us to drive on the three other tires until our vacation was over. When I told them I replaced the other tires they said there wasn't anything they could do, except examine the bad tire. Is it going to take a fatality(s) before something is done? Continental tires said my tires { general grabbers aw 275/60/r17 } were not part of the recall. According to my dot #. I hope they will at least replace my one tire and repair the damage to my 2001 expedition. Well at least there hasn't been any deaths/injuries. But I remember several years ago ford had problems with the firestone tires, it took lawsuits and deaths to recall those tires. I can see that ford is having problems with tires again. I hope you can help me with this. Or warn other owners of the potential problem with the tires.
The tires experienced tread separation, which made the vehicle difficult to control. Size#p27560r17 dot#44t3400. *jb three of the tires separated while traveling with passengers (1 child & 3 adults) the tire caused a terrible vibration in the vehicle, rocked back and forth, and from side to side when slowing down. *scc
Consumer states that while driving at 50mph and with no warning the rear passenger tire blewout. Dealer notified.
Tire recall from continental tires. *mr. The consumer noticed the vehicle had a bumpy ride, when he checked the vehicle, he noticed the right rear tire was damaged, the rubber had partially separated from the tire and the wires were exposed. The consumer experienced the same problem 3 months later. The consumer was informed of a recall, but it had already ended.
Vehicle's right rear tire had a blow out while driving without cause.
The consumer received a recall notice on 10/25/02 from continental which stated that there was a recall on the continental tires general grabber aw p275/60r17. The consumer has not received replacement tires because they are on back order. Recall #02t012000.
The dealer refused to honor a recall issued related to tread separation of continental tires.
In 07/01 the right rear tire experienced a sidewall blowout while driving. The dealer replaced the tire. The replacement tire vibrated excessively while driving. Tire dealer stated the tire could not be balanced, because the tire was coming apart on the inside. Tire info: continental general aw grabbers p275/60r17 original 1st failure-100 miles on tire 2nd failure- 29k miles on tire dot# 1st tire- adt044t5100 dot# replacement tire- adt0441701 *jb manufacturer did not take responsibility.
The right rear tire experienced tread separation.
Consumer learned of 17" conti trac and grabber aw tire voluntary recall program, however the filing period had expired, request for reimbursement was denied. *tt
The right rear tire experienced tread separation.
Consumer inquired about reimbursement program for failed tires. *ak
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