Consumer believes the tire recall letter was poorly wriiten in giving consumer adequate directions on how to identify the defective tires, consumer looked twice for the letters "vdhl" but was unable to find them, it wasn't until tires rotation , five months later, that the consumer was informed that he indeed had the recalled tires. Nlm
1999 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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Consumers vehicle was equipped with faulty firestone wilderness at tires, the information on the website was incorrect in stating to look near the "f" in firestone, the website never said to look on the inside of the tire therefor consumer continue to drive the vehicle, upon later inspection the consumer did have recalled tires dot code vdhl. Nlk
Vehicle puchased 10/27/99, after vehicle was taken to another dealership to check a noise, owner was informed that all four tires were included in recall 00t-005, tires have been replaced.
Firestone, wilderness, p235/70r16, dot- vn, original equipment with 23198 miles; left rear tread separation in cold weather. *ak tires are not part of recall.
While driving, started to slow down to exit and right rear tire blewout. Vehicle started to vibrate. Pulled over and stopped to check tires, right rear tire had lost part ofit's sidewall and tread had separated. Replaced tire with a spare. Still has original tire. Firestone, wilderness ht, p225/70r15 with 22,000 miles.*ak
Firestone wilderness at tire p235/75r15 dot w2hl1py229 experienced blowout, consumer states there was a loud roaring noise and vehicle was very hard to steer, tires were not part of recall and consumer is requesting reimbursement, consumer states there was property damage.
Consumer replaced firestone wilderness at tires prior to recall 00t005, however the consumer received the recall letter and is now requesting reimbursement.
Consumers tires are not included in recall 00t-005 although the tires are visibily coming apart and the treads are separating, consumer request that firestone replace tires. Nlm
Firestone wilderness at tire (p235 75 r15) experienced sidewall blowout.
Consumer replaced firestone wilderness at tires due to recall, however is still waiting for reimbursement.
These tires started, the same type of cracking as did the 15"tires. We went to the ford dealer and to a firestone dealer, the only thing they kept telling us was that the cracking was normal.and that there wasn't anything they could do , because they were not the tires being recalled. I travel @ 200 miles a day, and we also have a, now 10 mo. Old grandchild. We purchased some goodyear tires for the safefty of our family and fot peace of mind. We kept a close watch on the tires, and the cracks where increasing in size. We video taped the tires and have in on tape. We feel that firestone/ ford, should reimburse us for the proration of the purchase of the new tires. And we feel that, the federal safety agency, should investigate and examine and if need be recall these other tires. Thank you, feel free to contact us, and veiw the video tape. Frank bosze e. *ak (dot number: vncu 1px tiresize: 255/70r/16)
Firestone wilderness at tires (p255/70r16) experienced cracking between the tread, the consumer is requesting reimbursement even though they are not included in the recall.
Consumer replaced firestone wilderness at tires (p235/75r15) dot# w2hl due to safety concerns regarding the tires, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Washing rims of vehicle & noticed that tires had cracks located where tread meets sidewall. Cracks are on all 4 tires. Took to firestone retailer & had tires checked thoroughly. Mechanic indicated to go to another firestone retailer. Had no more tires. Went to ford & no tires there for exchange. Went to another tire retailer & informed by mechanic all the tires are normal. Firestone, wilderness at, p265/70r17 with 15,000 miles.
The left side front tire have been replaced 3 times due to excessive wear, the right side front tire has been replaced once due to excessive wear, the vehicle has been aligned many times to correct the problem, however the tires still continue the wear pattern, no name or size of tire was given, the problem could be the tires or the suspension.
The firestone tires on this vehicle are included in recall 00t-005, however the consumer is still on a waiting list for replacement tires, one of the tires cracked and was replaced with the spare tire.
Consumer requested reimbursement for faulty tires but has not recieved refund to date, consumer has submitted all originals and required documentation but manufacturer says they dont have it (firestone wilderness at). Nlm
Tiresize: 16 inch, no dot number. Insufficient information.
Tires: developed a vibration as though there was a bump on a tire on the vehicle. I had this checked on several occasions at the delership and at the firestone store in our area. The dealership tells me everytime I take it in that the tires need rotated. These tires must have been rotated on 10 different occasions by either myself or the dealership. This does not change the bumping but did seem to alter the origination point of the vibration. Brakes: the brakes continue to squeel and on two occasions faded as though there were no brakes. The dealership states they can't find the problem. This was checked several times. 4wd: the computer would throw the 4wd in and out of operation while driving down the road at any speed. At first the dealership could not find the problem. Later they determined that it was the computer. It still appears to do this on occasion but it is difficult to tell with the other bumps and vibrations caused by the tires. Both the dealership and firestone have looked at the tires which still have good tread and stated they were fine. All of these have been present since the vehicle was new and have been checked on numerous occasions throughout our ownership. This is a leased vehicle. Otherwise it would be gone! *ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Coming to stop , pulling into parking space, and about to apply brakes when vehicle accelerated/ surged foward at a high rate speed, causing vehicle to go over concrete porch ,knocked over 6*6 pole, and hit wall of restaurant. During acceleration consumer slammed on brakes, but vehicle would not stop until 5-6 feet later.*ak firestone wilderness at tires caused trauble to the consumer and had to be replaced by bf good rich tires.
Consumers firestone tire failed 5 months prior to recall 00t-005 causing the vehicle to rollover 5-6 time, consumer sustained separated shoulder and left hip hematoma. Nlm
Firestone wilderness at tires (p255 70 r16) experience road noise.
Tire is the in spare position, all other firestones were replaced when I purchased the vehicle. Spare is full of cracks and was never on the road. It is not part of the current recall.( dot number: )
Had tires replaced with michelin brand because of firestone recall.
Firestone tire experienced a failure and consumer requested reimbursement for the tire and the damaged wheel, firestone denied the request saying that the purchase date was prior to january 1, 2000, however the consumer says the purchase date wasn't until july 22, 2000.
Vehicle parked. Been checking tires everyday. Notice slits all around the tires near the tread & the casing. Tires were manufactured in canada. Firestone wilderness.
Pee00 020; vehicle was in shop for repairs. Mechanic stated that all four tires were showing tread separation. Left front tire was showing more tread separation. Also, fifth tire had tread separation. There was no injuries.
I understand that these tires were not made at the decauter plant,howerer, the tires are splitting and seperating at the letters and just above the letters they are cracking. The local dealer was the one that brought this to my attention. I tried to contact the manufactor but the advised me that they could not help me because the tires are not on the recall. My wife drives this truck 100 miles round trip daily to work and I am concerned for her safety. Please help us for we do not have the money to purchase new tires and feel that we shouldn't have to. Thanks robert edwards. *ak (dot number: e4 02 7477 tiresize: p235-75r15)
While traveling 65mph left rear tire blewout. Prior to blowout, heard a plump. Lost control of vehicle & ended up in an embankment. Then, slid between two trees after going air borne. Air bags deployed. Driver suffered fractured wrist. Tire had a "v" shape in tire tread. Vehicle declared totaled.
No failure yet but poor handling and visible cracking. Firestone dealers will not certify as to being safe, nor will they replace the tires. I will replace, but I want firestone to pay for my new tires.*ak (tiresize: 255/70/16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70/16 )
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