Tire tread delamination. Dealer notified only through dealership's paint &body shop.( dot number: vhdl1pm156 tire size: p23575r15 )
1996 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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Replaced tires but I have a spare that firestone refuses to change( dot number: vw tire size: p236/75r15 )
Vehicle traveling north on I-75 in the left lane, north of tampa, fl, the right rear tire suffered tread loss, the entire tread of the tire came off. Car went out of control, spun 180, went into and across median, struck edge of southbound lane, flipped once, striking another vehicle in southbound lane, traveled 62 feet on west shoulder of I 75, traveled over a cement wall, crashed into cement culvert. Driver and passenger injured, driver of other vehicle injured. Have police report and photos clearly showing tire missing the tread.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )
Was on the highway going to families for christmas.....all of a sudden had a flat tire. Had to fix on side of road. Went to have it fixed when we got back home, couldn't fix it. The tire people couldn't explain why it went flat but the tire was also ruined.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )
Traveling at 70 MPH on I-64 in the left hand lane on july 2, 1998 around 5:00pm when I heard a thud. Immediately pulled into the emergency lane with some difficulty. Upon reaching the emergency lane, discovered that the right rear tire had disintergrated down to the rim.the rswitched lanes and ppulled off roadnoise .( dot number: unknown tire size: p255/r7016 )
Since I purchased my vehicle used, it was time to replace the original tires. I went to the dealer in may, 2000 and they recommended firestone wilderness at's which I purchased, and had the dealer mount and balance the tires. With all the negative publicity and poor safety record of these tires, I am really upset knowing that I am driving on tires that may not be safe. Even though I had the tires checked by the dealer and they are not the dot vdhl models, I am scared to be driving on them. I drive approximately 60 highway miles to work each day - at highway speeds of 65 MPH. During rush hours - which leaves me even more apprehensive about the safety of this product. I suggest that the federal safety agency mandate a total recall of all these tires, not just the ones manufactured at the decatur, il plant. My safety and the safety of my family is at stake. If one plant's quality control was nonexistant, who's to say another plant's lack of integrity isn't as great? Please help me and the millions of others who have purchased tires for their vehicles unknowing of the hidden defects that may be facing them.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
We were returning from calif. When my right front tire separated, which made my vehicle pull sharply to the left. When that happened it tore the molding off my wheel well, and the running board, also inflicting damage the body as well. When it separated it scared the heck out of my 11 year-old daughter and her friend. We were just lucky this time. Since then 3 dealerships 2 being firestone noticed my remaining 3 tires were beginning to separate and should be replaced immediatly, which I did reluctantly with bridgestone. The recall definetly should include the p255/70r16 as well , since my case is not the only one . The next one may not be as lucky!( dot number: w2cu1px tire size: p255/70r16 )
On the morning on 6/14/2000 at 6am I was traveling north on I-17 in az ( 1 mile n of sunsetpoint marker 254) at approx. 70 MPH (speed limit 75 MPH). My left rear tire suddenly separated and exploded spinning me across two lanes of highway and into a rugged deser median. The car continued to spin, start to roll to the side and then was uprigted as the side collided with a large boulder. The vehicle was wish boned and deemed a total loss by the insurance carrier. The three occupants were transported to yavapai county medical center in prescott by paramedics with bumps and bruises. The driver (michele) sustained a shattered left arm, hand and dislocated wrist. Immediate surgery was performed to stabilize the shattered bones and insert an external fixator. A second surgery took place approx. 5 weeks later to attempt to further reduce the dislocation and set more of the shattered bones. At this time, 2 1/2 months after the accident, the external fixatr is still in place because the bones have yet to heal. Extensive therapy will be needed and permanent loss has yet to be determined.( dot number: tire size: 15 )
Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway and there was a poppying noise. Also, heard tread slapping against vehicle. Driver's side rear tire tread had separated. Consumer had tire replaced. Tires were firestone #at, p23575r15. Tire was replaced at this time, and was from the decatur, illinois plant. Tire was experiencing loss of air pressure.
Bfore we moved from illinois in june, we had the vehicle inspected. The tires were "perfectly normal." within three months, the tread is now splitting from the base of tire to the point where steel belts are visible. 2 different firestone dealers confirmend that the heat has caused this to occur, "exactly like the 15 inch models, but only the 15 inch are covered. I'd buy new tires or be very careful." these tires were funtioning normally until they were exposed to extreme heat conditions. I'm not in a position to purchase new tires and, I don't believe it's fair to put my family in serious jepordy because these tires were not produced to withstand all elements that they might encounter. I hope and pray someone responds to this. Thank you very much for your time.( dot number: tire size: p255/70 r1 )
Travel down highway 287 in texas, tread came of vehicle causing me to lose control, I rolled the vehicle 1 1/2 times. Minor bruses to the head, lt arm and left leg.( dot number: tire size: p235/15/75 )
First blowout listed took out gas tank fill assembly with tread, second blowout in december( dot number: tire size: 15 inch )
The tire seperated on the freeway at approx.65mph. The highway patrol did stop and talk to us. When the tire seperated it did damage to the right front fender and under carriage of front bumper. I replaced the 2 front tires that day as the other tire was questionable. I replace like for like on the tires not knowing of any problems with said tires. This year I again had a problem and replaced 2 more firestones this time I bought remington tires. 3 days later a recall of the firestone tires was announced. I have talked to magic ford and they feel it is not their problem. I have talked to firestone and because I did not keep the first 2 tires with separation they say that is not their problem. Had I known a recall would happen I would have kept the bad tires. I did take pictures of the tires and damage to car but firestone didn't seem to care. I am now out of pocket for 5 firestone tires and front end damage on my car. Do I have any recourse?( dot number: tire size: p235-75r15 )
Driver eastbound on s.r. 202, left rear tire detreads, vehicle veered to left into median, rolled four times, landing on wheels in median. Both air bags deployed.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Driver southbound on I-75. Left rear tire detreaded, vehicle veered to right and rolled three times across southbound lanes landing on passenger side on west shoulder. Two back seat passengers ejected.( dot number: vdhlipm136 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone atx tires experienced a blowout causing 3 deaths. (attorney for client)
Tread separated from tire during normal use on interstate, causing vehicle to swerve and become difficult to control. As the tread was separating, it flapped against the rear fenderwell and caused damaged to the bumper, trim and rear fender.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tread came off while driving. The tire damaged the rear quarter panel of the SUV and broke the passenger side rear taillight. No accident was caused as a result of the tire decomposition.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
The tire in question shed a large lump of tread while driving at speed on the interstate over memorial weekend 1999. The ford explorer was carrying two children (one year and seven years old) and the two month pregnant driver (aged 32). A loud 'thump' was heard from the rear, followed by a scraping sound (presumably as the tread caught around the wheel arch). The tire shows signs of the shed tread having rubbed against the rest of the tire as it continued to revolve with the tread caught in the wheel arch. The following week firestone was contacted and expressed no concern whatsoever, saying that the tire had probably hit something in the road or been previously curbed, causing the tread shed. The tire, and others on the vehicle, were replaced (with the latest version of the same tire type), at the driver's expense. I was most concerned when I now learn of a recall on all such tires and contacted firestone on the freephone number. I was not satisfied with the 'standard' replacement answer, as I still had this tire in my possession. I was given various other number to call within the company, but received nothing more than the standard "take it to the dealer for replacement" answer. I feel that firestone should at very least have volunteered to recover the tire and analyze this example for their records. I therefore contacted the federal safety agency for their advice and have been sent a label for return of the tire. This tire did not actually burst in this incident, but from the condition it was in on removal, was very close to that point. Had firestone treated this case seriously at the time, deaths and serious injuries could have been avoided.( dot number: vdhl1pm126 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Sidewall puncture to left rear tire. Driver lost control, right rear tire debeaded, vehicle rolled three times and landed on passenger side against interstate guardrail.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
On the first incident one of the tires was in pretty bad shape and ready to explode, it caused my car to be misaligned. During the alignment they discovered the defect and replace the tire for the same type. On the second incident the tire peeled-off while I was driving on the freeway at 65mph. I was lucky to being able to control the car and pull to the side, but it was very scary and I almost crashed. At that time I was driving with my wife (pregnant 6 months) and my 3 year old son. The tire problem caused a lot of damage to the car and part of it was covered by the insurance. Please help me get a refund from these problems as now firestone has accepted responsibility in this quality issue. Thanks. Francisco buitron.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While wife was driving felt some vibration and started to slow down, then automibile began to sway- later, found out from the police officer that firestone tire that was on and tread had began to peel off.
Consumer's son was driving down road and driver thought that he had a blowout, but discovered that tread had peeled off of tire. Size of tire was wilderness p255/70 r 16.*ak firestone wilderness at p255/70/r16
While driving 60 MPH left front tire was flat. Then, consumer took tire for repairs, but found out that tire had cracks on each side which had to be replaced. Firestone, wilderness, 255/70r16.
While driving about 50 MPH right rear tire suffered a blowout. Consumer kept control of vehicle while not stepping on the brakes. Then, found out of a tread separation. Firestone, wilderness ht, 225/70r15.
While traveling south on I-95, to florida the front tire, drivers side, blew out at 65 MPH.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
I had two tires that blew out on me resulting in two major dents in my vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
On july 29, 2000 we had a blowout on the drivers side/back tire. It resembled an orange that had been peeled with the outer edge lodged in the bottom of the explorer. The inside of the tire was in shreds. We had purchased these tires in march of 2000 and they had less than 3000 miles on them. Firestone and ford will not talk to me because they are p255 and not p235. We are lucky we were not killed on the interstate we were on. Could someone please help me. After a month no one will take my calls or tell me I am wasting my time when I come in person because we have 16 inch tires. Do we have to die too?( dot number: w2cu -vncu tire size: p255/70r16 )
I was driving on i20 at approx. 50 MPH when the tread came off the left rear tire, causing damage to the left rear of the vehicle. (no injury occurred.) I had been to the firestone office in tyler, tx twice since the recall. The first time they looked at the tires and saw that they were already beginning to break loose, but had no tires to replace them, so they put my name on the list. Last friday I checked to see when they would have the tires. They refused to even look at the condition of the tires then, just said that there were about 140 more ahead of mine. They said that my name was #2 on the atx list, but that wilderness ats were the only ones they were changing out now. They said it would be 2 more weeks before my number would come up, even though I told them again that the tread was already coming loose and that I drive 50 miles a day back and forth to work on highways.( dot number: vnhl1pm095 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Cracking by tread,upper sidewall and by rim. Local firestone dealer said that was what we're looking for. Said I had to wait about 2 mo. For bridgestone replacements. Bought goodyears and threw out the firestones. I do have some photos of the tires.( dot number: vncu1pl285 tire size: p255/70r16 )
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