Consumer states that all of the firestone wilderness at tires, size p265/70r16 and manufactured in canada, experienced cracking around the outside edges, there have been 2 flats in which one experienced complete cracking, consumer had also found a spot on one of the front tires that exposed the steel belt, consumer had replaced all the tires at her expense due to these not being included in recall 00t005, consumer is requesting these tires be included in the recall and that she be reimbursed.
1998 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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Firestone wilderness at tires experienced tread wear and peeling.
Firestone wilderness at tire(p235 75 r15)experienced tread separation.
Consumer took vehilce to be inspected to see if the tires were included in the firestone recall notice, upon inspection by the dealer consumer was told that code edhl meant vehicle was not include but upon self inspection at home consumer saw that the tires were plainly marked vdhl, which was the proper code and recall identification. Nlm
All 4 firestone wilderness at tires p255/70r16 have cracks completely around the perimeter of the sidewall where sidewall meets the tread, firestone agrees there is a problem with these tires, consumer is requesting full reimbursement.
1.the first blowout occurred on june 3, 1998, on interstate 80 just several miles east of the town of fernley, nevada. The vehicle had less than 5,000 miles at the time of the first tire failure. There were a total of two (2) passengers, including the driver, in the vehicle at the time of the tire failure. The vehicle was traveling at approximately 75 miles per hour at the time of the incident. The tire that failed was the left (drivers) rear. 2.the second blowout occurred on july 23, 1999, on a maintained gravel road near the town of jarbidge located in northern elko county, nevada. The vehicle had less than 10,000 miles at the time of the second tire failure. There were three (3) passengers, including the driver, in the vehicle at the time of the tire failure. The vehicle was traveling at approximately 45 miles per hour at the time of the incident. The tire that failed was again the left (drivers) rear that was the spare tire from the previous incident. 3.the third blowout (tread separation?) occurred on august 25, 1999, on a well-maintained gravel road near the old mining town of berlin and the ichthyosaur state park located in ione valley, nye county, nevada. The vehicle had less than 12,000 miles at the time of the third and fourth tire failures. A fourth tire failed within one (1) hour of the first on the same road. There were a total of four (4) passengers, including the driver, in the vehicle at the time of both tire failures. No one was injured in any of these incidents. The vehicle was traveling at approximately 45 miles per hour at the time of the incidents. The third tire that failed was again the left (drivers) rear. The fourth was the right rear tire.*ak (tiresize: p225/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )
While driving the passenger firestone tire blewout causing damage to the rim, consumer replaced all five tires. Nlm
Tires coming apart, wires visible between treads, tread wear normal and not excessive. *ak (tiresize: p25570r16)( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )
While driving I heard a thumping noise and the steering wheel started to vibrate. I pulled over and found a large lump on the front passenger side tire tread. The tire dealer said it was tread separation. *ak (dot number: vncu tiresize: p255/70r16)
Original equipment firestone wilderness at tires p235/75r15 dot w2hl. All 4 tires show evidence of tread separation right at the edge of the tires.*ak
Original equipment on a 1998 explorer, p235/75r15 size dot# vdhl1py487. Tread on left rear firestone wilderness at tire separated, causing vehicle to rollover, resulting in 4 minor injuries. Vehicle was totalled. *ak
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: after parking vehicle, heard air leaking from front left tire, noticed cracks around the outer edges of tire, and right front was showing signs of tread separation. Original equipment on a 1998 ford, explorer, p235/75r15, dot# w2. Tire is available for analysis. Please feel free to provide further details.
My tires were cracked worse then the three recalled size 15 that I saw !*ak (dot number: p255570r16 tiresize: p255/70r16)
All tires are original equipment and are developing cracks along the entire outside circumference of the sidewall of the tire where it meets the tread. These cracks have continued to enlarge and two separate tire dealers in my home area have observed the tires and stated that they are separating and should not be driven on. I have advised ford via a local dealer and via e-mail to the main headquarters and have had no satisfaction. These tires are kept at a 32 psi minimum and are even removed in the winter months. I would think that someone from firestone would want to view these before they completely seperate and they may hold a better clue as to the seperation problem that is taking place. (dot number: w2hl tiresize: p235/75r15)
Firestone wilderness at tire(p235 75 r15) experienced tread separation.
I was inspecting the tires and testing the inflation pressure before driving our explorer when I noticed a crack running all the way around the tires where the sidewall meets the tread on both rear tires. I also noticed the front tires starting to show signs of cracking in the same location. We immediately went to the firestone dealer and had the tires replaced under pro-rated warranty. Fortunately for myself, my wife and our 16-month-old son, I discovered this problem before it resulted in a blow-out situation. I strongly beleive that firestone should be made to recall all wilderness at tires as there is obviously a serious flaw which poses a threat to anyone who owns these tires. I also feel that it is unfair that I had to pay any amount to have these defective tires replaced and would like to see them recalled so I can receive total reimbursement. Thank you for your time. *ak (dot number: vnhl tiresize: p235/75r15)
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak (tiresize: 255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )
When the voluntary recall was announced, I contacted an authorized center, was placed on a waiting list, and was told I should have replacement tires in three weeks. Last weeked, four weeks later, I was informed that no progress had been made and it could possibly be 9 months before I received replacement tires. Because of safety concerns, I had the five tires replaced with another manufacturer's tires yesterday. According to the recall notice, I am only eligible for $100 per tire reimbursement. Unfortunately this amount does not cover the cost of my replacement tires. I do not believe the $100 per tire reimbursement is equitable because my out of pocket expense for the replacement tires is approximately $200. In viewing firestones website earlier today, I noticed under a customer satisfaction plan, consumers who replace other tires under a the federal safety agency consumer advisory are eligible for a $140 per tire reimbursment. Given the fact that this additional amount would cover the out-of-pocket cost of my replacement tires, why is there disparity in the reimbursement amounts?*ak (dot number: vdhl1py507 tiresize: p235/75r15)
Pe00020; original tires on a ford explorer. Tire size p235/75r15, dot w2hl. Tread signs of separation. *ak the tires were not on recall. There were firestone wilderness 15" but 16" wilderness are on the list for replacement by the manufacturer.
Original equipment on a 1998, explorer, p235/75r15, dot#: wthl. Tread on all four tires is starting to separate along the sidewall.
This tire was adjusted by firestone with a new wilderness at, the spare which was new was put on the ground to match the new tire. I was afraid of the other tires because they showed signs of separating also, a hairline crack appearing on the sidewall of the tire. So these tires were also replaced. Now after this news of defective tires, I inspected my tires and the original spare now shows signs of tread separation. So of five original tires, one had the tread separate, and the other four show signs of iminent failure. *ak (dot number: vnhl tiresize: p235/75r15)
All 4 tires cracking on inside and outside of tire near tread line as well as the center minor diameter. Two independent service centers declared unsafe. Firestone claims "normal wear" will not pro-rate tires.*ak (dot number: w2 tiresize: p255/70/16)
Firestone and ford refuse to co operate. No safety defect listed in the summary. *ak( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )
Peoo 020; consumer was traveling about 35mph on the road and felt vibration. Front tire and rear tire tread started to separte. Firestone, wilderness#at, p234/75r15, #dot#w-2 . There were no injuries, and she has contacted firestone. And all four tires were replaced.
Pe-00020; original equipment on ford, explorer, tire firestone wilderness size p25570r16. While driving 68 MPH on the highway tread on driver's side/rear tire separated. *ak dot # is vncu1px507.
Pe00-020; tire size p25570r16, orignal equipment ford, 1998, explorer with 41,000 miles. Vehicle will vibrate when driving over 60 MPH . Consumer took it to ford, and was told that there was a slipped belt on the left front and both rear tires.
Firestone tires p255/70r16 developed cracks along the outside of the sidewall and low air pressure, consumer replaced tires due to tires almost the cause of 2 accidents, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
I was driving on a highway going through the middle of town. There are numerous stoplights so I was only going about 30mph. At this time, my car began pulling to the right. I pulled over expecting a flat tire. What I discovered was a flat right front tire; however, the steel cable threads were showing through where the tread was wearing off. The entire tire had begun to come off the rim. The front left tire was also showing signs of the same problem--the tread was coming off and you could see the steel wire cable coming through.*ak( dot number: tire size: 225-70-15 )
Tires were inflated to 22lbs. Because I complained about road noise. I had put the pressure @ 28. Tires came back @ 22. I have complained to firestone and ford and both tell me to contact each other. The tires are now @ 28. I have asked both if the tires have been degraded and again both tell me to go to the other. I'm at a lose.*ak( dot number: tire size: 16 )
The tire was split on the sidewall near treads,ford claimed no responsibility (firestone).
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