Consumer defective firestone tires caused the vehicles front end to shake while driving at highway speeds. Nlm
1999 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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One of the tires began to split near the top of the tire by the thread I had all of my tires replaced before they cause me an accident I had no help from firestone after I had tried to get them replaced at different firestone, stores around town, if firestone new about the defect as I think they did you should do something about it now im having problems getting my reinbursement from the tires I bought and I got a letter from firestone trying to put the blame of the accidents on ford or on the amount of air in the tire or that they might have been not properly fixed after a flat and thats why there have been so many accidents involving there tire .*ak (dot number: vdhl1px019 tiresize: 235 75r15)
On monday oct 16, 2000 I was driving home from work on the freeway when the right rear tire blew out. I was in the far left lane traveling approximately 56 MPH. When I heard the tire blow I immediately took my foot off the accelerator pedal and allowed the vehicle to coast to about 30 MPH. Then I proceeded to use the brakes and change lanes to the right so I could get onto the shoulder and put the spare tire on the vehicle. I am suprised I didn't damage the rim by driving on it. Fortunatley no one was injured and no accident resulted from this incident. The next morning I drove by a firestone dealer to complain but they were closed so I went to bob turner's ford country and had them replace all the tires on the vehicle. When I called firestone on tuesday the 17th, I was told that I either had a flat tire or a low tire and that is what caused the blow out. I know that is not true because I check the air pressure in my tires every sunday because I travel approximately 40 miles a day on the freeway. And the tire shows no signs of a puncture wound. The tire blew out on the sidewall and there is no damge to any part of the tread area or surface area that would be in contact with the road. It is just my opinion, but I believe this was a total tire failure and that firestone should reimburse me for the cost of replacing the tires. It is my understanding that these tires are not currently on the recall list, but I think they need to be included in the investigation and recalled before more people are injured or killed. Also, in an earlier part of this form you asked for the dot code. It is very hard to read on the tire, but I believe that what I entered is correct. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at the numbers or e-mail address listed above in this form. Thank you. Al petrova (dot number: vncu tiresize: p255/70r16)
When I inspected my tires in response to the firestone issue, I found that all four tires plus the spare were cracked at the intersection of the sidewall and the tread...all the way around the tire. Firestone replaced these tires with the same make for no cost under the warranty. So far, no problem with the new tires, which were installed on october 13, 2000. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )
Belt and tread separation noted while refueling. Replaced tire. No response from ford or firestone on defective tire. (dot number: vndl1px239 tiresize: p255/70r16)
Firestone wilderness at tires experienced tread separation and blowout while driving, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Consumer was unable to have firestone tires replaced in a timely manner and purchased five new tires from a competitor, consumer request rimbursement. Nlm
Consumer replaced tires prior to recall notice 00t-005 and request reimbursement. Nlm
While driving one of the tires split in the sidewall, consumer was on a waiting list but decided to replaced all four recalled tires and spare with a different brand because the demand for that tire was so high that the inventory in her city was low, consumer request reimbursement for all five tires. Nlm
Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 50mph on highway and it was raining , he lost control of vehicle and hit an enbankment. Vehicle rolled over three times and landed into the water. Front driver's side tire tread had separated from wheel. There were no injuries. Ford has been notified four times. Tires were firestone, wilderness#,16inch tires.*ak the vehicle was totalled.
Original firestone atx tires on vehicle , ford explorer 1999, p23575r15. Driver's side front tire blewout at 75 MPH, tread separated, and consumer had to ride on the wheel. Firestone refused to pay for the tire and wheel replacement.*ak dot # vohl1py498.
Firestone wilderness at tires p255/70r16, dot vncu, have slits on them, consumer could see tire fabric from inside the sidewall, the slits un vertically up the sidewall toward the tread.
This 99 ford explorer has had multiple problems, as listed. Contacted manufacturer, they directed me back to the dealer. This is the most unreliable vehicle I have ever owned, and it's only 18 months old. *ak (tiresize: p23575r15)( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
Consumer's front and rear left tires blew out, causing him to flip 5 times, ending upside down in a canal, breaking noise and bursting head open.
I have a 99 ford explorer with the 235 75r15 wilderness at tires. The dot code is from wilson nc not the decatur plant. However, I have numerous cuts on the sidewall below the tread and above the lettering. If you will review your database, there are at least 46 complaints of tire problems (I.e. Cuts, blowouts, bubbles, etc) from the wilson plant with the 235 75 r15 wilderness at tires. This does not include the hundreds of 235 75r 15 listings, where the tires were not properly identified within your database. The number could be higher. Firestone says the cuts are due to ozone. Although the tires on my SUV are not on recall, I have replaced them and will hold them in case the recall is widened. Hopefully someday it will be. (dot number: wh2l tiresize: 23575r15)
My family and I are afraid to ride in this vehicle. (dot number: vd tiresize: 235/75/r15)
Rear left tire blow out.*ak (dot number: w2h tiresize: 235/75r/15)
Noisy firestone wilderness at tires were replaced under recall 00t005, consumer was not satisfied with the replacement tires as they were not the same quality of the tires being replaced.
Vehicle taken to dealer for tires to be inspected, and was informed of two cuts around the sidewall.tire was not part of recall. Mounted on a 1999 ford, explorer; original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# w2hl. Consumer paid for another tire. Tire is available for analysis. Please feel free to provide further details. *ak
I have the wilderness at p235/75r15 tires on my 1999 ford explorer; however, they are not the ones that were made at the decauter, il plant. What are we suppose to do? We have the exact tire that is being recalled, except it was made at a different plant. All tires should be recalled. Please contact me to discuss. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
When inspecting these tires I found small cracks in the sidewall and an obvious split in the vicinity of where the sidewall and tread meet. I have had them inspected at a firestone dealer who, after only looking at the size, said they were fine. He would not provide anything in writing stating my tires were safe or road worthy. I have contacted ford and firestone numerous times with no satisfaction. These tires were manufactured in the decatur plant. I strongly feel these tires should be included in the recall. These tires have not failed (blown out) yet, however I believe it is only a matter of time. I stronly urge the federal safety agency to recall these tires before these indications of eminent failure lead to a blow out and the loss of more life...namely a member of my family.*ak (dot number: vd tiresize: 25570r16)
Pe-00-020 - tire size p23575r15, dot number not available. Tires were replaced under firestone recall, tires had less then 100 miles on them. When driving on the highway at 50 MPH, right passenger's side rear tire suddenly deflated without prior warning which caused driver to lose control. Tire was inspected, and was determined that tire was developing cracks/started to separate at sidewall. Tires were replaced at rochester auto in webster new york 716‑787‑1700. *ak
My ford has the wilderness at p255/70r16 tires on it. After downloading your database - I am afraid to drive my vehicle. I have two small children and after reading your database, I counted at least 100 incidents on that report involving the p255/70r16 tires. Are they going to be put on the advisory page? I just bought this truck (used) I thought it was my dream truck and I can not even drive it. I can't afford new tires now - even prorated. Is their any avenue for me? The dot # starts with a 'w2' same as the p235/70r16 advisory, does that help me out any? Will their be an update?
Pe00-020; original equipment on ford, explorer, 1999, p23575r16, dot w2hl with 23000 miles. Front right tire has developed two pin holes on the outer wall, causing a slow leak.
Firestone wilderness tire experienced blowout, consumer wants reimbursement for blowout tire prior to recall and for tires he replaced after recall 00t005.
Firestone wilderness at tire experienced tread separation, consumer wants reimbursement.
Firestone tires were cupping causing vibration in the steering, excessive noise and rough ride, consumer tires are not included in the recall but he believes they should be. Nlm
Firestone wilderness at tires experienced blowout, consumer wants reimbursement.
Consumer, at own expense, replaced recalled firestone tires due to dealer not having tires in stock and wants full reimbursement for replacement.
Cracks have developed at the root of treads on all four tires. I have sent two e-mails to firestone and they have not responded to my specific concerns. Local firestone dealers have told me the tires are safe. Under the current circumstances with firestone, I do not feel safe driving with these tires. (dot number: vncu1px tiresize: p255/70r16)
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