All four firestone wilderness at tires (p235/75r15) have hairline cracks, consumer replaced all four tires and request reimbursement. Nlm
1997 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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While driving bridgestone tire blewout, consumer changed the tire and about five miles later two more tires blewout, consumer replaced all four tires and request reimbursement. Nlm
All 4 firestone wilderness at tires p235/75r15 are experiencing cracking along the tread, a firestone dealer stated tires were safe as the cracks were only ozone cracks.
All four tires have cracks at the point where the tread and sidewall meet.the tires were inspected by a firestone representative at a firestone service center. The inspector indicated that there was a defect in the tires and that they would replace them on a pro-rated basis.I would have to pay 36% of the cost of new tires since there was still 64% of usable tread remaining on the tires.he inspector further suggested that the tires should be replaced since and that driving with tires in this condition could be dangerous. (tiresize: 255/70/r16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r16 )
Purchesed SUV in may 1999 tires were fine SUV was in texas form june2000 to mid aug 2000 leaving tex. Same time as recall checked tires and found cracking on all four tires cove ford in fort hood tx said they would not help went to gentellini was told they were dry rot. These tires are only 3 years old was not driven off road and all four are damaged. Also I have come to find out that I only have a 15 inch temp spare tire how can I use that with my other tires being 16 inch? I do not have the 500.00 or more to replace these tires and don't understand how all four tires dry rot at the same time( dot number: w2cu1px tire size: p255/70r16 )
Went to dealer for oil change, and mechanic indicated that right front tire was worn & weak. Would have to exchange the tire. Put the spare on, which the mechanic indicate could blow also. Firestone, wilderness, p235/75r15 with 35,000 miles.
No tire failure as yet, but notice hairline cracks in area of tire separation on other wilderness tires( dot number: vn tire size: p235/75r15 )
I have been inspecting these tires on a weekly basis since the problems with wilderness at's became public knowledge. The subject tire are not part of the recall because they were manufactured in canada. This weekend I noticed cracking where the tread and sidewall meet. It appears that this will lead to trread separation. I have replaced all 4 tires. I believe that it is time for the government to force firestone to recall all wilderness at's regardless of the size or the manufacturing facility. Firestone has refused to reimburse me for the replacement tires.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75/15 )
***alert*** I have four (4) firestone wilderness at tires that were not manufactured at the decatur, il plant. Each of these tires exhibits a continuous fissure around the perimeter of the tire where the tread meets the sidewall. I replaced these tires immediately and have retained them here at my home so that I may bring them to the federal safety agency facility here retained them here at my home so that I may bring them to the federal safety agency facility here in northern virginia. I believe these tires were in immediate danger of catastrophic failure in a fashion similar to the recalled tires. I would like the federal safety agency to extend the recall o the wilderness at tires to include all tires manufactured in all plants and am willing to provide the proof needed to justify this recall. Please contact me at my home phone immediately. Thank you. *ak *scc **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734318
Vehicle was operated below speed limit when it started to shimmy and shake violently causing operator to lose control. Vehicle wanted to go towards the right and would not respond to operator's attempts to steer towards the left. Vehicle abruptly responded towards the left, dipped down on the passenger side front and rolled over hitting n embankment causing it to flip up on it's wheels (right side up). Police and insurance adjuster noticed shredded and mangled tires on the passenger side of the vehicle, but had no explanation. I now realize the cause of the crash/rollover must be the firestone tires. I no longer have possession of the vehicle or tires, as the vehicle was totaled and taken by insurance company. *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734298
*** alert *** I have four (4) firestone wilderness at tires that were not manufactured at the decatur, il plant. Each of these tires exhibit a continuous fissure around the perimeter of the tire where the tread meets the sidewall. I replaced these tires immediately and have retained them here at my home so that I may bring them to the federal safety agency facility here in northern virginia. I believe these tires were in immediate danger of catastrophic failure in a fashion similar to the recalled tires. I would like the federal safety agency to extend the recall of the wilderness at tires to include all tires manufactured in all plants and am willing to provide the proof needed to justify this recall. Please contact me at my home phone immediately. Thank you (dot number: vnhlipy336 tiresize: p235/75r15)
Vehicle was operated below speed limit, when it started to shimmy and shake violently causing operator to loose control. Vehicle wanted to go towards the right and would not respond to operator's attempts to steer towards the left. Vehicle abruptly responded towards left, dipped down on the passenger side front and rolled over, hitting an embankment causing it to flip up on it's wheels (right side up). Police and insurance adjuster noticed shredded and mangled tires on passenger side of vehicle, but had no explanation. I now realize the cause of the crash/roll-over must be the firestone tires. I no longer have possesion of the vehicle or tires, as the vehicle was totalled and taken by insurance company. (dot number: unknown tiresize: p235/75r15)
Firestone wilderness at tire experienced blowout, a replacement tire was put on and it was noisy.
Firestone wilderness at tire(15") experienced blowout, causing vehicle rollover and consumer to obatin injuries.
I am questioning whether or not the tires resulted in the roll over totaling the SUV( dot number: )
Three of the consumer four tire are cracking but are not included in recall 00t-005 because the dot number on the inside of the tire does not have the marking of "vd" (firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 105/ms dot vnhl). Nlm
Since new, the tires in question have bubbles on every sidewall. And the tires are already cracking.*ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe00 020; was checking tires and noticed that all four tires are cracking all around the sidewalls. Firestone, wilderness#at, p25570r16, dot vncu1tx237. He will get in touch with firestone.
Tires were worn at time of purchase (used) and experienced a flat prior to recall notice 00t-005, consumer purchased 4 new tire and request reimbursement. Nlm
Consumer recieved recall 00t-005 for firestone tires which were replaced prior to recall notification, three were replaced because of uneven wear and tire noise, the other two had been replaced prior to this time because of wear, the recall reimbursement plan fails to address the period of time in which consumer replaced his tires. Nlm
Even though checked and found not to be a recalled tire, while driving at 55 MPH up a freeway we experienced tire tread separation but no blow out. Was able to drive slowly to firestone dealer where they replaced the bad tire. Wanted to report tire separation from wilderness at firestone tire that was claimed to be good and not on the recall list. I am now stuck with three more tires of the same nature that I feel must be replaced before another tread separation and extensive accident. Please see into all firestone tires of this type as I am now unsure that any are safe. (tiresize: p275/r15)( dot number: tire size: p275/r15 )
Rr tire separated while driving down freeway at appx 55 MPH. No injuries. Replaced with recalled tire vdhl. I have replaced all 4 tires with goodyear, as of 8/28/00. Will be reimbursed for 1 tire. Have remaining 3 tires in possession. Believe these should be recalled as well. All show crack along tread near steelbelt line. Believe this is a design problem. I have orig 3 tires and photos of tire that seperated. (dot number: w2hlipy476 tiresize: p235/75r15)
Tire shreaded while driving along I-81 just oustside harrisonburg, va. Car controlled. Shreading of tire caused plastic trim to be damaged. Digital photographs of ruined tire and damage to tim available. All tires replaced by the tire station, 202, williamson rd, roanoke, va, 24011 10/7/2000 at no charge. Alltires retained by agent. (dot number: w2hl1py tiresize: p235/75r15)
Pe00020; original equipment on a 1997, ford explorer, tire size p23575r15. All four tires have developed cracks inside of the rim, also extreme vibration occurs while driving.
For the last 3 months I have had problems maintaining air pressure in my wilderness at tires. At least twice a week 2 out of the 4 tires loses 10 pounds of air pressure. Tires have been looked at by an authorized ford dealership and I have been told they are fine- no leaks or punctures - yet I am consistently have a problem maintaining proper inflation of the tires. (tiresize: 255/70r/16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70r/16 )
Pe00 020; consume r was traveling about 65mph on highway and heard a rattling noise and felt vibration inside vehicle. He was able to pull over to the shoulder, and noticed that left front tire tread had separated. Firestone, wilderness#atx, p2375r15 # . There were no injuries to report.
Consumer had found out cracks on tire treads. Dealer told consumer that tiescould separate if kept driving .then, replaced four tires. Ford, explorer, 1997, p235/75 r15, dot sn. *ak firestone dealer replaced four tires.
The right front tire was so bad that jack furriers western tire center removed it and put on my spare until they can get the replacement tires. Jim click ford, john farinski-service advisor, told me that ford could not help in my case. (dot number: o2 tiresize: 255.70r.15)
Firestone experienced steel belt protruding through, consumer requests dealer reimburse for replacement tires.
Pe00-020; original equipment on ford, explorer, 1997, p23575r15, dot w2hl326 with 37000 miles. All 5 tires have jagged cracks where consumer could push against the tires, and see the separations around the edge. Consumer has replaced tires at owners expense.
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