The ford ranger I purchased skids when it crosses over a manhole. I've almost lost control several times. I was told by the dealership that this is normal for a light truck and that after the suspension breaks-in it will no longer behave this way. Its almost a year later and there are no changes. It feels dangerous to me.
1999 Ford Ranger tires complaints
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Firestone dealer refuses to replace tires. Address of dealer: ramona firestone tires 27526 hwy 74 romoland,calif 92585 phone: 909 928-1925( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
Tire shredded when I was going down highway( dot number: tire size: 225/75r15 )
I need to report a blow out/delamination of a firestone wilderness ht tire on a ford ranger truck. Brief summary: a firestone wilderness ht tire blew out about three weeks ago on my ford ranger. My wife was driving on a texas state highway at the time the blow out occurred. The blow out was centered on the entire outside of the drivers rear tire. The remnants of the tire wrapped around the axle thus making it hard for my wife to bring the truck to a stop in a controlled fashion. I reported (7:45am cst; 7/20/00; 1‑800‑392‑3673; an individual named david) the incident to ford motor company. He was appraised of the incident and informed me there was no recall. He gave me the following number to call firestone (1‑800‑847‑3272). I called between 8-10am on 7/20/00. I spoke with a rude and combative person named "rock". He said it was preposterous that the tires caused any problem. He said that my wife was awed by the state trooper that stopped to help her. [ the state trooper informed her of several deaths that have occurred in texas (perhaps bell county) involving blow outs of firestone wilderness tires. He suggested we check into the matter.] rock told me he wanted the troopers name and wanted to get the firestone legal team involved. It insults me that he would make disparaging remarks about my wife competencies. He never inquired about anyone's health nor took down any specifics (or vagaries) of the blow out. I have little faith in firestone's sincerity in this matter. Sincerely, michael l. Merchant, phd.( dot number: w2uu ipo tire size: p225 70r15 )
Firestone wilderness ht tire p225/70r15 dot w2uu1p0 came off the rim while consumer was pulling out of the driveway.
Firestone wilderness/atx tires blewout while driving at 20 MPH. Tires were replaced by firestone.
I do not feel safe on these tires, please recall them for my famlies safety. *ak( dot number: tire size: 225-70-15 )
Blisters have appeared between the tread and tire. This showed the steel belts. I am greatly concrned that my tires could have seperated while driving. Could your office please force firestone to publicly anounce the problem. I know from doing a intence review of the news that firestone has known of the problem in other countries, but still refuses to say so in USA. This is a significant danger to the public and must have imediate action to save lives. Please help in advising the public of the danger. *k( dot number: tire size: 16 )
Pe00 020 , consumer was traveling about 40mph on highway and tire tread was separating, slowly tire was flat.
Wilderness tires original equipment on a 99 ranger. While driving at 55mph the tread separated.
While driving on paved road at 45 MPH sidewall blew out on right front tire. Vehicle swerved to the right and into the bar ditch along the side of the road. Ability to stear and brake the vehicle was drastically reduced. Upon taking the tire to the local firestone dealer I was told that I would have to pay $50.00 to prorate the tire and have it replaced. I do not feel I should have to pay for a factory defective product.( dot number: )
The truck was totalled two weeks after I bought it, I had paid $2,600 down and traded a 96 nissan my ins. Only paid partial and I was left a foot; the tread was off just as the recent news report stated. *ak( dot number: tire size: 16 )
My tires haven't failed yet, but I wanted to advise you of my unusual tire wear, which may help you in your investigation. The door panel calls for the tires to be inflated at 30 psi, however, I got the truck from the dealer with the tires at 35 psi, the maximum recommended pressure on the tire's sidewall. I check the pressure every couple of months and they have never lost pressure, so I have never added air. I have always kept my tires inflated near the "maximum" level because I enjoy the improved fuel economy and a little road feel. Anyway, on the rear (drive) tires there is much more wear in the middle of the tread, as if the tires were over-inflated. I have also begun to notice an intermittent waffling of the tires on smooth surfaces, which felt almost as if I had a flat. I wonder whether this uneven wear, with the two edges having more tread than the center, can cause this "waffling" effect, which, in turn, can cause the tread to separate from the rest of the tire? Just trying to help. Thanks. *ak( dot number: tire size: p22570r15 )
While driving up hwy 20 in town I had the front right tire/rim/brake assembly separate from the axle causing the vehicle to collide with a rock in the side of the hill. Hitting the rock had sent me back into the highway on the vehicles two left tires. Both airbags had deployed and when the vehicle came to a halt on all three tires I got out of the truck to find the right front tire/rim/brake assembly approximately 15 feet behind the vehicle. I now own a three wheeler that ford or the dealership will not admit that there was some sort of a flaw or defect.
Both front tires are in terrible shape. Both tires seem to have belt separation. The truck still steers straight, but the tires don't hold the road well and they ride extremely rough. The right front tire makes a slapping sound as it rolls.( dot number: tire size: 225/70sr15 )
Front right tire came off while driving on freeway. Result: vehicle swerved onto right shoulder hit a parked car and flipped onto drivers side, sending vehicle sliding down freeway. Tire landed about 25 feet from vehicle resting place.
While driving tires went flat. Original tires were of one size (24575r16). Went to change tires & noticed spare was 23575r15, a different size tire. Contacted dealership & then tire dealership was informed that smaller tires belonged on vehicle. Owner indicated smaller tires not correct for weight of vehicle.
Truck came equipped with p 245 75 r 16 tires and wheels, but has a p235 75 r 15 for a spare. Was informed by dealer not to use 4x4 with this combo due to stress on drivetrain. I am also concerned about this from a safety point. I ask that ford replace the 15 inch wheel combination with the correct size. They are reluctant to do so.
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