At 50mph the vehicle began to violent shake, almost to the point of losing control of the vehicle, two tire had noticeable bulges, replace two tires where the belt had separated.
1994 Ford F-150 tires complaints
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While driving the vehicle began hopping uncontrollably, the driver was able to slow down and regain control of the vehicle without incident, the dealer determined that the belts were failing and that the tires should be replaced, the consumer replaced the tires prior to recall 00t-005 and is requesting reimbursement (firestone p235/75r15). Nlm
Two of the general tires supplied as original equipment on this vehicle experienced tread delamination and formed large bulges in the tread area--about 12" in length x the tread width at approximately 25,000 miles--within a few weeks of one another--in mid 1995. Both bulges occurred at highway speeds--65-70 MPH. Both occurred on rear tires. The truck included no cargo except for 2 to 3 occupants. The tread wear at the time of failure was about 60-70 percent, and at the time I did not believe such a defect was pursueable as a warranty item with the manufacturer. Being somewhat concerned about the quality of these original tires, I then replaced all four of the tires with michelins, and have had no problems with these replacement tires. The original tires were consistently maintained at or near recommended tire pressures. Given the recalls of firestone tires since then, I now suspect a manufacturing defect existed.*ak (tiresize: l235/75r15)
The firehawk tire blew out while driving, the customer had it replaced with a wilderness at tire, soon after the wilderness at tire was replaced, customer noticed a large crack around the sidewall, all 3 orignal tires were cracking (firehawks)(firestone firehawk atx 30x9.50 r15 lt m/s). Nlm
Since the last time I filled out a form on these tires I now have 2 out of 4 tires with cracks and splits on the sidewalls. I am hoping that this will help in the case to force a full blown recall on all of these tires. The summer months are right around the corner and it has already been hot in my area. I have to drive over 20 miles each way to work on hills and curves and am concerned about my safety. Thank you very much. Peggy anthrop (dot number: w2hl1py038 tiresize: p235/75r15)
Firestone firehawk rmt ties (p265 75 r16) experienced tread separation which caused damage to the vehicle.
Firestone atx tire (p235 75 r15) experienced tread separation also causing damage to the vehicle.
Firestone fr480 tires p235/75r15 dot vdhl1pa104 experienced hair line cracks on the sidewall where tread meets, consumer could hear a flapping noise while driving due to the faulty tires.
Vehicle came equipped with firestone tires, while traveling 3 of the 4 firestone tires experienced tread separation (m+s, p235/75r15, dot vnhl 1p4 413), consumer replaced all four tires with a different brand. Nlm
First failure was a blowout in town after driving 6 miles. Second was a complete tread peal while towing a 19' travel trailer. (dot number: ? Tiresize: p23575rx15)
First tire failure was a blow out at about 70 MPH. Second tire failure was broken steel belts. The tire was remove before total failure. The two rear tires were replaced when it was noticed that the tread was starting to separate along the edges of the tire. This all took place between late may and early august (the warm months). *ak (dot number: vdhl tpa tiresize: p235/15r75)
While going down the interstate at 70mph the tire came apart at the sidewall. The tire probably has only 25k approx miles on it. The policeman and a tire dealer both looked at the tire, and believe that it just came apart. There was no indication that the tire had low tire pressure, or was punctured in any way.( dot number: w2??? Tire size: p235/75r15 )
Peoo o20; consumer was traveling about 50mph on the highway all of sudden vehicle started to vibrate. He pulled over to the shoulders and noticed that right rear tire the tread separation. Tire firestone#, p23575r15, fr480. He has contacted firestone.
Original equipment on ford, f150, 1994, p26575r15, dot w29v 1n3 tirees failed within one week due tread separation ,there were bubbles in big section, it came off the casing.
Pe00 020; consumer was going to work and vehicle was parked. Then, he went to start vehicle, and noticed that tire on the left rear driver's side tire had blownout from sitting in the yard. Tire is a firestone fr480, p23575r15, vdhldot. Consumer stated that he had contacted firestone.
This particular tire was not on the recall list and had only 15,000 miles, but I wanted to replace them anyway. Upon replacing them, we found a large, soft, jelly-like spot on one of the rear tires. It was thin and beginning to split even though the tread( dot number: w2 tire size: p265/75r15 )
Original equipment on a 94 f150, p235/75r15 size. At 55mph tread separated on the rear right tire, causing damage to vehicle and trailer.
Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 35mph on highway and vehicle was pulling to the left and right. Front tires had tread wear and tiny bubbles. He has contacted firestone.
Pe00020; original equipment, 1994, ford f150, tire sizep26575r15. Passenger's rear tread came off which may have caused a crash. Consumer replaced all four tires with a set of new wilderness at which both of rear tires were forming cracks along tread and sidewall. It looked like recap tires.
Tire separation & air bag light illuminated. *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
I did not know who else to report my concerns about the tires on my truck so I am hoping I am not wasting your time by filling this out. When I took my truch in to firestone to have my tires inspected they said they passed inspection, or in their words "they could visibly see nothing wrong with them" but they would not give it to me in writing. After I got home and looked at the form they had filled out, it stated that I had "requested no inspection - miscellaneous check". What does that mean? After seeing a closeup of a firestone wilderness at tire from a wreck on the cbs news I noticed that the tire looked worn just like my tires are wearing. My tires are only 2 yrs old, I replaced my original tires with the firestone wilderness at in july 1998. I firmly believe that there is a big coverup with these tires and that all of them should be recalled. Thank you for your time.( dot number: w2hl1py038 tire size: 235/75 r15 )
Purchased the car used with 19000 miles. The original spare was new when the second set of tires were needed. Went to firestone and said sell me 3 new ones just like the spare. After about half the life of the tires or more, I was driving down the interstate at 70mph on 11-14-98 at 3:00 am in the morning going goose hunting with my two boys. All the tread completetly peeled off the right rear tire and I fishtailed down the interstate. Luckliy nobody else was on the road. The tire did not blow out and still had air in it when I got stopped. I changed the spare in the dark with a flashlight and went on. The next day I went to firestone and had the tire adjusted. The next following day I noticed the tire had badly damaged the fenderwell above that tire. Went back to firestone and complained why they didnt tell me and requsted they fix it.they first told me nothing could be done without the damaged tire which they suppossedly threw away. I choose not to fix the damage immediately. About a month and a half later a large bubble appeared on the front left tire (one of the three purchased with the second set) where the tread was starting to separate. I took this tire to firestone(same place) and also paid to have it adjusted. After threating to sue for previous damage they referred me to the manufacture in ohio (I think it could have been illinois). I took that tire home. After several disscussions with the manufacture I received a complaint form got 3 estimates on the previous damage and shipped the second tire to them. In may of 99 they paid an adjusted claim of about $1200.00. Within a few weeks of that payment the third tire of (3) lost a large piece of its tread. Luckily it broke off and hit underneath the car and didn't do any damage. I paid to have this tire adjusted also. I also still have this tire. Just wanted to complain and encourage this brand to be recalled. Haven't had any problems with the adjusted ones yet, but worry about them with the recent recall
While driving 60-70 MPH, left rear tire experienced a tread separation. Tire never went flat. Firestone wilderness, p235/75r15. *ak the failed tire caused damage to the vehicle.
Pe00020; tire is believed to be a wilderness, size p235r15, and dot number not available. Tires were original equipment on a 1994 ford f150, and had 40 thousand miles on them. When driving on interstate at 75 MPH right rear passenger's side tire tread separated in the center, center portion of the tread peeled completely back from the tire. Consumer contacted firestone, and firestone replaced tire at no cost.
Pe00.020; consumer was traveling about 65mph on the highway and right rear tire had exploded, and they were ridding on the rim. Pulled over and changed the tire. Tires were firestone wilderness atx. Vehicle had to be towed.
This happened twice to me on this vehicle. I saw the info on the firehouse.com website. Firestone replaced and paid for my damages. No safety defect mentioned in summary. *ak( dot number: vdhl1pb054 tire size: 2357515 )
No deployment of driver's air bag during an accident, resulting in injuries; also, transmission shifts poorly/premaure wear of tires/premature wea rof ABS brakes/ noisy differential and keyless entry doesn't work properly.
Tires replaced.
Transmission shudders when attempting to back up.
Brakes failed.
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