Ford Focus tire blowout problems

Filed Jun 7, 2024 · Steering · 83,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. The contact also stated the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed, and the front driver’s side tire experienced a blowout. The high engine temperature and the TPMS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

Filed Feb 21, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · MD

While driving on interstate ,my car suddenly started hesitating and failed to pick up speed. The engine light came on. I pulled over, but did not turn car off fearing it would not restart, to look at owners manual. The problem continued as I drove home. I have driven it once for a short distance since and there was no change. This could cause an accident since it happened unexpectedly while driving at high speed. Brake light fault warning light is illuminated although light appears to be working. This could cause rear end collision if not operating. Luggage compartment opens while driving which causes visibility issue and chance of items stored there to blow out and cause accident. I can not tell if this issue is included in recall addressing locks and latches. Driver side window no longer operates, preventing escape if needed

Filed Oct 15, 2023 · Tires · GA

Steering began to wobble and vehicle pulling hard to the right. Took car to Tires Plus for alignment and inspection. Technician advised the drivers side front tire has advanced tread separation and the front passenger side tire is beginning to separate and is cupping. My daughter drives this car. 205/50R/16 87H, passenger tire is dot [XXX], drivers side is [XXX] . Tires rated for 65k, they only have 34k miles of wear on them. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jul 20, 2023 · Tires · 57,000 miles · CA · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Control Contact Tour A/S Plus, Tire Size: 215/50/R15, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, an abnormal rattling sound was coming from the rear driver’s side tire. The low tire pressure message appeared on the instrument panel. The rear driver’s side tread had separated, causing the vehicle to swerve to the right. The contact struck her head on the driver’s side window and sustained an injury to her head, left thumb, and neck. The contact had not sought medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the tire was replaced. The contact stated that the tire was a replacement tire. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The tire failure mileage was approximately 1,300. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 57,000.

Filed Sep 19, 2021 · Tires · WI

Size p215/55r16 Tire blew out on the freeway. After close inspection discovered that the blown out tire had severe tread separation. After closer inspection of the other tires on the car, I discovered another tire identical to the blown out tire also has tread separation. The tires on the vehicle have a least one year of tread on them.

Filed Mar 26, 2021 · Electrical, Lights · 170,590 miles · VA

Fuse continued to blow out causing entire left side of lights from front to back to turn off until new fuse replaced old. Was connected to continued lifting of hatchback on wagon model. Electrical harness was arcing and insulation flaking off and would have caused a fire had not the harness been replaced. This had been on and off for approximately 2 years starting with blowing out the bulbs then the fuse started blowing out in jan 2021. Midas replaced harness this march. Car is a 2005 focus wagon,

Filed Feb 23, 2019 · 117,280 miles · KS

Had just turned onto our rural street, doing approximately 10 MPH, when I heard a loud pop/explosion. The left front tire had blown out. Removing the tire, 1/3-1/2 of the sidewall next to the rim had blown out in a line around the tire. There is a recall on the dextero tires, on just this type of blow out, but not on this specific size, which is a 195-65r15. Researching I have found others to have the same problem. These should be on a recall as well. I can only imagine the turnout of this had it happened driving 75 MPH, as we do everyday on the highway. These tires are on a 2012 ford focus. Because of what happened and then seeing the recall with the exact same problem with many of the dextero tires, I feel it is in our best interest to replace all 4 tires. This should be at their expense! We do have pictures, and can send them to you if needed.

Filed Feb 8, 2019 · Tires · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus equipped with velozza zxv4 tires, size: 235/45zr17 (na). The contact stated that several of the tires experienced blow outs, tread separation, and tread flattening. The contact indicated that the failures occurred on six different front and rear tires. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local tire dealer (tire kingdom) were notified of the failure. The VIN and failure mileages were unknown.

Filed Sep 6, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 97,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus equipped with goodyear viva 3 tires, size: 215/55r16 (na). The contact stated that the vehicle would not accelerate over 30 MPH and the change engine oil warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that a warning message illuminated, indicating that the vehicle would shut off in five minutes due to overheating. Furthermore, while driving between 50 to 70 MPH, the vehicle shook. The vehicle was taken to herb chambers ford of westborough (310 turnpike rd, westborough, ma 01581, (508) 366-8311) where it was diagnosed that the computer needed to be reset and replaced and that the tires were bald. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The vehicle failure mileage was 97,000. The tire failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Dec 15, 2017 · Tires · 163,200 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford focus equipped with dextero touring dtr1 tires, size: 195/4/60/r15 (na). While driving 70 MPH, the front driver's tire inadvertently exploded. As a result, the contact lost control, but was able to maneuver the vehicle to safety. The contact placed the temporary spare tire on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a tire center, but was not diagnosed. The tire was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist because there was no warranty or road hazard insurance purchased. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 163,200 and the tire failure mileage was 163,000.