Tire blewout while traveling the ohio turnpike. Tread separated from tire.
1998 Ford F-150 tires complaints
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Felt change in front end handling at interstate speed. Stopped and noted tread separation. Steel belt wires protruding through tread and significant deformity.
Consumer noticed a bubble in middle of the tire on a 1998, ford, f150, original equipment, tire size p235/70r16, dot# a308443268. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
Consumer stated while driving, the right front tire experienced tread separation, suddenly causing vehicle to pull hard to the right and the steering wheel began to shake violently, consumer was able to maneuver vehicle off to the emergency lane, after pulling over, consumer then attempted to restart the engine, but it would not start, consumer then smelled rubber, he then walked aroung the vehicle and noticed the tread was gone, the plastic cowing in the fender well was gone and there were small vacuum hoses hanging down, the tire was still inflated, however the tread was gone from most of the tire.
While traveling approximately 65 to 70 MPH in a 1998 ford f150, the left/rear firestone wilderness ht tire, size: p235/70r16, dot: w2081pt088, experienced tread separation. This incident caused damage to the left/rear wheel well and to the rear bumper. There were approximately 30,000 miles on the tire and it was original equipment. Note: tire available for inspection.*ak
While traveling at the speed limit on I-295 in jacksonville florida a bridgestone tire mounted on the left rear of my vehicle suffered a blow out. While blow outs do occur, in this instance the tread came completely of the tire prior to a very violent explosion of the tire. This caused extensive damage to my vehicle and loss of control. I have contacted bridgestone regarding this, and they have chosen to deny, and ignore the problem. The tire had plenty of tread and appeared in good condition. It was being operated at the correct pressure of 44lbs cold. I am extremely worried that bridgestone may be hideing a problem that good possably cost someone there life.*ak (dot number: 7b73pua189 tiresize: p265/75r16)
Metal receiver underneath the truck that holds emergency spare tire in place has damaged the sidewall of tire, 8 grooves in sidewall. Dealership examined problem, and was covering part of the expense for a replacement tire. Please provide any additional information / attachments.
Partial tread separation and subsequent blowout. *ak (tiresize: 235/70/r16)
While driving to birmingham, al one day, the left rear tire tread separated from the tire, and almost caused an accident, but luckaly I maintained control altho I did swearve, and another car that was behind me ran over my tread. While firestone maintaines that ht tires are superior to at tires, I believe they ought to be on the recall list, as another tire on my truc is starting to crack and may seperate at any given sunday. All attemtps at getting firestone to replace my tires for nothing have gone by with no luck. They need to be put on the recall list. I have pictures. Please put these dangerous tires on the recall list as well. *ak (dot number: w208 1pt tiresize: p235/70r16)
Had a tire blowout while on interstate. Goodyear dealer inspected tire and determined that there was no cuts or punctures that caused the blowout.goodyear offered a discount on a new tire based on tread wear.goodyear dealers , however do not have the tire needed. I contacted goodyear and they said they are on back order and I should just but a used tire to use until tires are available.I don't want to use any used tires and I am now afraid of my other tires on any interstate driving.goodyear was very uncooperative to try to help me in any way except to say they don't have my particular tire. I would be willing to upgrade to a better tire and install a complete new set if they would consider their discout on the better tires. I feel that I have not been treated fairly as the tire defect was not any fault of mine...can your organization help me in any way? I have some more interstate trips to make and do not feel safe without having new tires installed.nd. *ak (tiresize: p275/60r17)
Over the course of two week the tire got a bulge and started pulling apart
Tire separated causing damage.contiental refuses to pay claim. *ak (dot number: a308443417 tiresize: p235/70r16)
Firestone, wilderness ht, size 15, p235-70r16 w2081pt257: while traveling at 70mph and without any indication, tires had a blowout.*ak the tire that blew was the left rear tire and tires had just been rotated and aligned.
While traveling approximately 70 MPH in a 1998 ford f150, vibration was felt coming from vehicle. When consumer stopped and examined vehicle, left rear firestone wilderness ht tire , size: p235/70r16, dot: w20b1pt397 had 1'6" of tread separation. There were approximately 41,000 miles on tires, and they were original equipment. *ak these tires are not included in recall 00t005, however consumer is still requesting reimbursement.
While traveling 65mph vehicle started to shimmy. Was moving to shoulder to check tires and heard a loud bang. Tread had unraveled completely on right rear tire, and damaged the bottom of truck. Replaced damaged tire with spare. Firestone, wilderness ht, lt235/70r16, original equipment.
I was driving on a local highway at 70 MPH and luckily my sister was driving behind me and noticed my passenger side rear tire going low. I began to merge my truck over to the emergency lane when the tire completely failed and the rear of the truck began to swerve. Once I pulled over and looked at the tire I saw a six inch gash roughly one inch from the raised firestone letering running horizontal with the seam of the tread. Another gash was observed in the same location smaller in size but on the same seam roughly twelve inches from the six inch gash. Although my tire is not on recall I would like to have my tire inspected by the federal safety agency so that if there is a defect in this particular tire a warning can be submitted before other accidents or injuries occur.thank you for your concern, jason kominoth. *ak (dot number: w2081pt238 tiresize: p235/70r16)
Spare tire rubbing on cross member and cutting through sidewall making tire unusable.
Tire tread separation. About two weeks ago front end began experiencing steering problems which caused the steering wheel to move from side to side and the front end to bounce. When it first started, I checked the tires and couldn't see anything wrong. After about 4 days of this and repeated visual tire checks, tires finally showed visible signs of tire tread separation. We had the two front tires replaced with new general 550 as tires. About three days ago (24 jul) I noticed that the rear end of the truck was bouncing and that something wasn't right. A visible check of the remaining two original general as 550 tires did not reveal a problem, but I knew something was wrong. After driving my son to driver's ed this morning, I stopped for gas and noticed tire tread separation in the back tires. I know you are looking into tire tread separation on the am gen 550 as tires and I wanted you to know that all four of our tires had separated and had to be replaced. I do a lot of expressway/highway driving; thankfully nothing catastrophic happened due to this incident. I learned from it too...tire tread separation does not show up immediately and when it's discovered, it could very easily be too late.*ak (tiresize: p235/70r16)
Left rear tire failure at a speed of 65mph. Very little traffic on road. The tread completely separated from the left rear tire. Truck veered into the left lane of a 4 lane highway. Tire did not blow. Truck was brought under control and left rear tire was changed. Unable to put fuel in truck due to fuel line being torn out of place and dangling from underneath the truck. Damage was $1400.00 to left rear section of truck. All tires were replaced at a cost of $630.00. Continental tire was notified and a claim filed for property damage. Claim no. C-11107. *ak (dot number: a308443387 tiresize: p235/70r16)
I was traveling at posted speed limit of 65 MPH on south-bound freeway near ashlan avenue in fresno when the problem occurred. Initially, I thought I had hit something in road and it got caught in the undercarriage. There was a violent vibration for approximately 200 feet. I immediately slowed and got in the center lane making my way off the freeway and 3-miles to my place of employment. I got out of the truck, checked for damage and found there was no tread on the tire and my left rear fender was thrashed. I can provide digital photos of the damage caused by the complete separation of the tread from the tire.*ak (dot number: a308443367 tiresize: p235/70r16)
It was about 8:00 am and I had driven less than 10 miles on a paved 2-lane road. The tire didn't seem to blow out, it just disentigrated. I did not have anything in tha back of the truck and the tires were inflated at 35psi. I haven't trusted them since. *ak (tiresize: 235/70r16)
Heading in to work on tuesday, july 17th, I experienced a blowout on the left-rear tire of my ford f-150 pickup truck. I was the only person in the vehicle at this particular time. I didn't think much of this event until I heard the news today about these tires being investigated by the federal safety agency. From my observation, this occurrence was due to a vertical rip in the side wall and not directly related tread separation. I'm looking to purchase a replacement set tires this coming weekend for the vehicle. I would like to be updated on the latest investigation status of this model tire and if I should preceed with my current purchase. A timely response would be appreciated. Thank you! *ak (tiresize: p235/70r16)
Tread separation on ford oe tire - general ameri 550. *ak (dot number: unk tiresize: p235/70/16)
Tread separated on left rear , chunk of tread missing and 8 inches of belt exposed. Left front tire has cracks and holes around sholder of tire that go completely down to the steel band.firestone representative warned me not to drive truck at speed as front tire is dangerous. Rear in bed of my truck now. I have pictures of tires. Firestone refused to replace the tires under saftey recall. *ak (dot number: w2081pt487 tiresize: p23570r16)
I prucahsed my new truck on or about sept 1998. Since then I have not had but prblems with the firestone tires. They rode like you were driving down a rocky road I tried rotaing them and keep a close eye on the air pressure of the tires. The two front tires were real bad and I ended up just buying two more from the local firestone dealer in greenville, ky. I am a ky state police trooper and now when there is something wrong with a tire they felt as if they were out of round but could not convince the firestone dealer so I just bout two more. I moved the two rear tires up front and put the two new ones on the back. Even with the before the new tires I noticed that the tires did not maintain a constant air presuure in them and recently during the hot weather we have been having here I have to add additional air to the tires. I have contacted firestone and ford about this but no one is saying anything. In the comming week I am going to buy me 4 new tires and just get them off I dont trust them if you would like them I would be happy to give them to you for futher tests.
While driving 70mph vehicle started to vibrate for a short before a loud bang was heard. Left rear tire had shredded and caused aluminum wheel to be damaged. Had replaced tire with spare. Took tire to retailer, and mechanic could not locate reason for blowout.
Consumer states there is a thumping noise while driving, tires have been rotated and balanced, also dealer kept the vehilce for one day but could not duplicate the problem, consumer states he knows there is a problem with the tire, he is not requesting four brand new tires but wants the bad tire replaced. (firestone wilderness ht p235/70r161043)
1st tire separated in april 2001, and 2nd tire blew apart (separated) yesterday (july 3, 2001)on highway.*ak (dot number: w2081pt198 tiresize: p235/70r16)
Tire tread separation revealing steel belts with 65% of prorated tread life remaining. *ak (dot number: w208 tiresize: p235/70r16)
Firestone, wilderneess at, tire size p23570r16, dot w2081pt387, original equipment ford f150, 1998, consumer felt a vibration in tires, went to inspect vehicle, and noticed on right rear an 18 inch separation in tread, and left front/ left rear had cracks that went down the sidewall, large enough to see steel belt inside tires.*ak
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