No summary( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
1996 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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He was traveling about 75mph on the highway on tire tread separated. Consumer almost lost control of vehicle.
Firestone atx tire p235/70r15 dotvdhl1pm086 experienced tread separation, when the right rear tire failed, it also caused damage to vehicle, tire was still inflated.
Traveling on interstate at 70 MPH. Left front tire came apart. Able to control vehicle to the side of the road. Upon inspection of the remains, which included the tread but no side wall, it was apparent that there was no cut, puncture or other external damage that would be cause for the blowout. I took the remains to the firestone store from which I purchased the tires and the manager agreed with me that the tire had failed at the sidewall , and involved an apparent high temperature. The tire was replaced with a new tire. That tire along with the others are showing, in my opinion, a strange pattern of "wear" on the sidewalls and near the bead. These tires were purchased brand new in nov. 1999. These tires are not the size tires that are involved in recall as of 8-14-00, but I believe them to be faulty. They should also be recalled in the interest of safety. Thank you. *ak( dot number: 000 tire size: p255/70r16 )
Tire separation was witnessed by melbourne, fl. Firestone store manager -ted mckercher (321) 723-4618. Tires were replaced 4-24-2000.*ak( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
While westbound on hwy 58, 26 miles west of needles, ca., the tread on the right rear tire seperated and was thrown from the tire. There was quite a bit of damage to the vehicle. I had felt and increasing vibration in the car prior to the separation. I have submitted the tire and repair estimates to firestone. *ak( dot number: vdhl1pm086 tire size: p235/75 r1 )
A very loud slapping noise started, I pulled off road and found that the entire tread had come off the rr tire, also severing the brake line and damaging the resin fender flare. After contacting firestone and sending them the tire carcass, they did in fact send a check for the cost of the tire and the damage it caused. Shortly after that tire separation, for peace of mind, I purchased 3 wilderness at tires, to make all four "new.'' tires. However, with all the publicity that the firestone recall of the wilderness tires, my wife refuses to ride in the vehicle. Consequently, it sits in the garage. I want firestone to extend the recall to the 16 inch size, and re-imburse me for my expense. *ak( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r16 )
Tread peeled off tire, causing vehicle to skid, damaged rear quarter panel. *ak( dot number: )
Tire remained inflated (later checked to confirm correct inflation pressure); tread separated completely, damaged vehicle, lodged around axle in wheel well. *ak( dot number: vdhl1pm136 tire size: p235/75r15 )
1996 ford explorer traveling on interstate 95. Driver side rear tire tread came off causing the SUV to flip twice. All 3 occupants were injured and hospitalized. *ak( dot number: p235/75a15 tire size: 105 sm/s )
Right rear tire blewout (firestone). Nlm
I experienced a tire blowout and lost control of my SUV. The SUV spun around 3 time and almost flipped over I started off in the right lane and ended up in the far left lane facing oncoming traffic. I had just had my tire checked a month earlier at a ford dealership and was told they were fine.*ak( dot number: p235/75r15 tire size: p235/75r15 )
I originally had the atx's on my explorer. Once the recall went into effect, I went to a firestone car care center in nashville (store # 028150) and they replaced them with the bridgestone duelers. I drove to work afterwards going down the interstate when I noticed a shaking in the vehicle. I had just had a balance and front end alignment to go along with the replacements. So the next day, I took it back and explained the problem to the manager. It was busy and at the end of the day so I said I would bring it in the first thing saturday morning. They placed my tires on the balancing machine and I watched as we all noticed a wobbling in all the tires. The manager explained to me that the cause of this had something to do with when they manufacture the tires, they have a light and heavy spot in them. If that heavy spot is off or extremely heavy, it can cause a wobble. Nevertheless, I asked what am I to do now. The manager stated that I would now be placed on the replacement list. I would prefer to go to a ford dealership now, but since I already had a replacement done, I doubt if they will replace them again. This is where I need your help. I have all the documentation stating the defective replacement tires. Can you send me a letter authorizing a dealership to replace them again? Or can you help me out in any way or suggest what altenatives I have? Also, I can't understand why I had to repurchase the lifetime warranties on the balance and road hazzard when I had them originally on the atx's. The atx's were a recall, not tires that wore down from normal usage where a warranty would expire. I know the bridgestone duelers were not included with the recall, but they were my replacement tires, and they too were imperfect and acknowledged by the firestone car care center. As a consumer, I have done what was directed by your administration. As a consumer and a state government employee, I have gained nothing by doing what I was directed to do. Help me!
Tread on the right rear tire spontaneously separated from the tire body which caused the vehicle to veer out of control across the highway and onto the shoulder where it flipped several times. The driver and front seat passenger were ejected from the vehicle during the flips and fatally injured. The passanger in the back seat, though seriously and severly injured, survived.*ak( dot number: vdhl1pm116 tire size: p235/75r15 )
I know these tires were not recalled, but you should know that we experienced a tire separation and blow out on this firestone tire. The tires were not worn out, but I replaced all of them. I still have the original spare in storage. *ak( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r15 )
Driving on freeway and tire just came apart, it looked like what happens when those big truck tires come apart, I did not report it to any one because I thought it was just a freak occurance, I've gotten go service out of them but know I an afraid for my wife and children who use te vehicle.( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )
Over a period of two months, vehicle performance deteriorated severely. Rough bumpy ride on smooth pavement, and very strong pull to the right. I thought I had an alignment problem. Eventually, I was unable to steer a straight line at speed above 45, and I noticed tire tread separation. I could insert fingers between tread and tire on two tires; I do not recall which two. For the life of the tires, I had maintained pressure at the ford-recommended 26 psi, though I never rotated the tires. When I discovered the tread was beginning to separate, I went to a firestone dealer immediately. I was told that I must replace the tires; I had failed to properly maintain firestone-recommended pressure, and had failed to rotate. I bought four new wilderness at tires, but I still have the original spare tire which has never been used.( dot number: vdhl1pm016 tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving vehicle it wanted to make a right turn I took the vehicle to a repair shop and was told it was a tire problem took vehicle to tire shop and was told that the front tires had both seperated from the tread both tires had bubbles in them( dot number: w2cu1px455 tire size: p255/70r16 )
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I have had 4 incidents with these tires. All occurred on the florida turnpike at speeds over 55 MPH. One occurred on august 23, 1999, coming home from my parents home in west palm beach. The threads separated. I noticed a strange noise and upon arriving at home a piece of the tire was loose and I had been travelling on the inside part. Bought a new tire, same brand. Two more occurred as my son was driving from miami to tallahassee to return to school. Funny, I told him to take my car because I had "good tires". He had two blow outs, both rear wheels and hit the guard rail. Replaced these two in tlh at a sears store, with of course, the same brand and type. The first one was right after I purchased the vehicle, and I don't remember the incident. Thats an awful coincidence. Took my vehicle to local firestone dealer, and was not treated very kindly. I mostly drive my vehicle on the expressways and turnpike, since I have to travel between mia and fll at least once a week.( dot number: tire size: 25570s16 )
Rear right side firestone atx (p23575r15) tire blew out, and rear left tire's tread peeled off, causing an accident- consumer was injured along with a passenger. *ak dot#vdhl1pm186.
Tread on left rear separated at 35 MPH, causing rear quater to be damaged. Dealer contacted. *ak tires were firestone p23575r15.
Firestone atx tire tread separated, causing a blowout while driving at 70 MPH. Dealer has been contacted. *ak firestone atx p235/75/r15
Pe00020;tire tread separation: while driving 70 MPH tread on the rear passenger's side tire came off. Driver could not control explorer, which rolled over. Three other passenger's were in the explorer. All four passengers were taken to the hospital. Two passenger were treated for injuries. The tire was a firestone, wilderness, at. Tire size p23575r15. Tires were not purchased on the explorer. Tire mileage 22,000. The explorer was totalled.. *ak the dot # is vdhl1py316.
Right rear tire tread separated at 70mph, causing damage to vehicle. Tire was original equipment on a 96 explorer p235 size. *ak firestone atx p235/75/r15
The firestone tire on the vehicle experienced tread separation.
While driving, left rear tire tread peeled off of car. Tread pulled entire left rear corner panel off.( dot number: tire size: 25/70r15sl )
First tire failed in april. Tire went flat. When inspected, the tread was separating from the body. Replaced it and its mate. Still have the mate (unmounted) which numbers are being reported. Second incidence occurred in july while driving on i45 south of conroe texas. Car had been vibrating and was getting worse. While slowing down and looking out rear view mirror saw tread portion of tire fly off. The tire and its mate were again replaced. Still have the original spare. Both of these incidence appear to be very similar to those being reported. For both times, the explorer started vibrating but could not determine why until the tire failed.( dot number: vdhl1pm485 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 70mph on highway and heard loud popping noise. Rear tire tread had separated. And exploded. Tire was a firestone atx, and size #p23575/r15. Also, tire damaged the fender.
Firestone atx tires p235/75r15 experienced tread peeling away from the sidewalls, tire mileage was only 32000, all 4 tires were replaced.
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