Spare tire is smaller in width and in diameter than regular vehicle tire. Spare tire size is p22570r15 while regular tire size is p25570r16. Consumer called and asked a firestone dealer was this safe and dealer stated that it was not safe to drive with different size tires on vehicle, consumer was also informed that doing so could ruin the differential. Consumer stated that according to ford, this is standard equipment.*ak
1995 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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Ford won't reimburse me for having my tires replaced because I had it done 29 days before they started their start date. Even though I felt our lives were in danger driving on those tires.*ak (tiresize: 255/16)
Pe00 020; rear driver's side tire had tread separation. Firestone ,wilderness arx, p235/75r15.
Left rear tire blow out ,no tread seperation ,vehicle rolled over. *ak (tiresize: 245-16)
Consumer has replaced firestone tires twice for a total of eight tires due to recall 00t005, firestone has not yet responded back to consumers request for reimbursement, tire size is p235/75r15.
The vehicle experienced a tire tread separation (blowout) whiled driving, the consumer had all four tires replaced with another brand one day before the recall was announced (dec 31, 1999), the consumer requested reimbursement but was denied because the tires were purchased prior to january 1, 2000 (firestone atx). Nlm
Two goodyear wrangler tires (size: lt235/75r15, dot#: t300863grf-92w) on 1995, ford, explorer have experienced sidewall problems. Left front tire has a two square inch section that has started tearing off of the sidewall with approximately 25,000 miles on the tire. Also, left rear tires sidewall is beginning to split with 25 to 30,000 miles on the tire. These tires are not original equipment for this vehicle.*ak
The drive gear in the transfer case failed and was replaced, 27k miles later the problem reoccured, the consumer believes that an incorrect component was installed, therefore causing it to fail again, while this was being repaired the dealer tore the door molding and the dash lights became inoperative.
While driving the right front tire tread separated from the tire, the consumer requested reimbursement for all tires replaced but was denied reimbursement because the replacement tires were purchased prior to the cut off date (firestone radial atx, p235/75r15 dot#w2hl-1pm-105). Nlm
The front passenger side tire tread separated while driving, on another occasion the the rear drivers side tire blew out causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and ended up in a grassy median, in july of 2000 prior to the recall 00t005, consumer had to replace two more tires due to bad belts,consumer is requesting reimbursement for faulty tires (firestone wilderness atx, p235/75r15). Nlm
Tire failure.
Repeated failures of firestone tires over 3 years. Reported to friestone w/ no action. This was about 2 weeks prior to the first major recall/safety announcement. Refused to warranty and claimed to have a new computer system that hd wiped out all info prior to jan 2000. Will f/u with letter to you. My apologies for the late report. Thought I had mailed the letter previously. Currently have spare tire firestone and will report to local ford dealer. *ak (tiresize: standard)( dot number: tire size: standard )
Tread separation/defects all four tires after 7 months. *ak (tiresize: 16)( dot number: tire size: 16 )
My three other tires were also separating and were replaced. I am still waiting for firestone to pay me for my medical and eight months loss time from work and vehicle rental. They had reimbursed me approximately $2,700.00 only for damage to my explorer. The tires they had replaced I believe now has a recall according to the new reports of 5-21-01. If you can give me some assistance it would be greatly appreciated. *ak (dot number: w2hl1pm135 tiresize: p235/75r15)
While driving at approximately 55 MPH in ford, explorer, 1995 right rear firestone tire, size: p255/70r16, dot: vdcu1px019 experienced tread separation. *note: vehicle was involved in a crash due to tread separation. Vehicle classified as a total loss, and consumer's wife suffered nose/head injuries.*ak firestone wilderness at tires.
The tread on the right front tire separated and the vehicle went off the road and rolled 4 or 5 times. I was injured with bruses, scratches,and glass cuts in my face. I have contacted norma davis at firestone (800‑543‑7522),but she stated that I needed the tire for her to help. I have since had the vehicle repocessed, because my insurance(nationwide insurance co.)chose to repair the vehicle for $10000. After months of taking the vehicle back to the repair shop, I was told that nationwide would no longer be responsible for repairs caused by my accident. My credit is ruined and I can not get any help. I do not know where to turn. Please help me if possible. Thank you very much.*ak( dot number: )
While driving about 75 MPH left rear tire had tread separation. Vehicle was wandering around the road. Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dot hyhl1p458.*ak failure caused damage to the aluminum wheel.
The consumer requested reimbursement for the two sway bars that were replaced prior to recall notice 00v‑402. Nlm
Prior to recall 00t-005 and 00v‑402 the vehilce experienced sudden loss of control, the consumer believes the sway bar links malfunctioned causing the loss of control and that the tire also blewout during this accident, the consumer suffered a busted and swollen lip and body aches (firestone). Nlm
Consumer experienced a flat, and when vehicle was take in, was advised by mechanic that the flat was due to tread separation, consumer has replaced all 4 firestone at(p255/70r16) tires.
The tires began to separated which caused severe vibration while driving, the consumer replaced all four tires and request reimbursement (firestone). Nlm
Since ownership, tires have caused vehicle to ride rough. Consumer replaced all four firestone atx (p235/75r15) tires when separation started to occur. Consumer received recall notification, however has not received reimbursement as of 3/25/01.
While driving the tread of the tire began separating from both the front and rear tires, the consumer replaced all four tires prior to recall 005-00t and request reimbursement (firestone). Nlm
While drivng on a gravel road the tires shredded and the vehicle rolled over 3 times, the infant in the rear of the vehicle only sustained a cut on the leg the driver sustain injuries to the head, neck and arms (firestone wilderness at 15"). Nlm
Three of four wilderness at tires were originals. All original tires found to have a visible separation between the tread and belt around the entire circumference of the tire. Tires had normal wear with plenty of good tread left; although, the tires are five years old and have 67,000 miles on them. (dot number: vncu1pl165 tiresize: p255/70r16)
Had stopped vehicle to check tires and noticed tread separating on left rear firestone tire with 32,000 miles on it. Drove to tire retailer and had 2 tires in rear replaced. P225/70r15 on 1995. *ak dot# w2uu1mx.
On february 19, 2000, ed carney ford refused to exchange my recalled firestone tires because they were not currently mounted on my vehicle and I had other tires on the car ... This despite presenting the recalled tires at their dealership that day. The ford motor company has since confirmed to me that the dealership acted improperly, and that tires affected by the recall are to be exchanged whether they are currently mounted or not. I believe this is a serious breech of ed carney's responsiblities in this recall, warranting this complaint, and I hope that the federal safety agency will take active steps to ensure that they do not try to scam other customers this way in the future.
Consumer replaced all4 tires due to tread separation with only 43000 miles on vehicle, firestone atx p235/75r15, dot w2hl1pm205, firestone is denying consumer a refund since consumer replaced tires prior to january 1, 2000.
Left front tire went flat while vehicle was parked. Had only 50,000 miles on it. Took to discount tire retailer, and it was replaced. Tire was destroyed. On other 3 tires sidewalls were separating. Firestone, wilderness atx, p235/75r15.
While driving the front right tire blew, front side of vehicle came down so hard, crushed chrome rim and bent frame (tire make not provided, tire size p25570r16). Cj
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