I purchased 2 kelly charger tires-size 215/40r17-on 10/13/03-my tires blew in june of 04 then again in july of 04. They blew once again on 10.21.04, causing a major accident on my part on 95 south. I lost control of my car and was run over by an 18 wheeler flat bed. Luckly I obviously survived with no injuries, however, I am filing this complaint because of the numerous times I had to replace the tires. The car I was driving was destroyed and I am curious regarding the liability of the manufacturing company. I have photos of the accident scene and the police report which has a statement from a witness stating that he saw my tire blow out. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, elizabeth ponte.
2002 Honda Civic tires complaints
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All four tires wore out prematurely which resulted in the vehicle sliding when driving on wet surfaces. Goodyear indicated that it was a factory defect and was willing to pay half for a new set of tires. *ak the vehicle could not gain enough traction. The consumer was told that two more tires would be needed. The consumer requested compensation for all four tires. *sc
The car was purchased new on april 20, 2002. Since the very first day several problems were discovered which honda has been unable to resolve. One ongoing problem is a vibration at 55 MPH in the steering wheel, which honda has attributed to a wheel balance problem and tire problem. The car has been serviced 14 times by honda and firestone (tire manufacturer) and merchant tire (balance). Honda tried to balance the wheels and after several failed attempts told me it was a problem with faulty tires (oem). Honda told me they could do nothing further about the problem and told me I had to take care of the problem on my own with the tire manufacturer despite the fact that the car was obviously still under honda warranty. None of the balancing solved the problem and honda told me it must be defective (original) tires. Firestone them replaced 3 tires under warranty and the problem still persisted. They attempted to balance the wheels 2 more times. I went back to honda and they balanced the wheels again with no success and they would not investigate the problem further. There are several other problems. One is a problem with hissing and static in the radio reception when the rear window defogger is on (since new). Honda replaced the radio and defogger switch but the problem is still there. Another problem is a visibility problem in the rear window (since new). A hazy sticky film develops on the rear window. It is very difficult to clean with household glass cleaner. Another problem is that the original honda floor mat wore right through when the car was not even a year old. I had to purchase a whole set for about $90. The drivers seat upholstery also began to wear prematurely. Another problem that developed over the past year is a damp moldy musty odor coming from the air conditioner/heater vents. The odor is sometimes strong and when I turn on the AC or heater it makes me cough and feel ill. I am very disappointed in the quality of this vehicle.
After the first years maintenance tires were rotated. Since then I have had numerous steering problems. I do not feel I have safe control of vehicle while driving. Contacted dealership and service as done again for free. Dealership stated a wheel alignment was needed. This still did not correct the problem. I still have steering problems and it feels unsafe at times I am nervous during turns. At one point when I'm at a light and press gas wheels steer off without control. This has happened a number of times. At one point another driver told me smoke was coming from my wheel I looked and saw no problem since it hasn't occurred but steering is still an issue. Date below is most recent issue. I am notifying before a accident occurs. Dealership tested and stated there is no more problem but yet I feel unsafe since first maintenance at dealership. Before then car was excellent. Dealership also stated rotation may take a while to adjust. It has not yet. They would like to just rotate tires back to original I don't want that. Dealership stated it helps wear on tires by rotating.
Original equipment tires on 2002 honda civic. With just under 16,000 miles, mostlt highway, the tire tread is worn off. The tires have been rotated 3 or 3 times, and inflation checked regularly.
I would like to file a formal complaint against grace honda located at 345 el camino real, san bruno ca. Last 11-03-02 my husband enrique lim purchased a brand new civic honda si . Grace honda had pre-installed after market wheels and tires. This modification was not approved by the manufacturer honda. 02-06-03 I brought back my brand new vehicle to grace honda complaining that my two front tires have several bubbles on the wall of the tire. I informed grace honda that these after market tires and wheels mis-match odd sized rim and tires will cause potential tire explosions, serious injuries or death. 02-07-03 sales mgr. Roman tioseco and bobby quema refused to replace these faulty poor quality products. They stated that these wheels and tires were not covered under warranty . Grace honda said that these wheels and tires were more susceptible to damaged caused by road hazards, pot holes and uneven street pavement. I requested grace honda to replace these after market wheels and tires and install the original honda equipment but they refused to resolve these serious safety issues. Grace honda modified the vehicle original equipment to mislead consumer that they replaced the original equipment and convinced me that they installed a better quality tires which I payed additional $ 1,595.00. Grace honda did not disclose that these wheels and tires were more susceptible to damage caused by road hazards, pot holes and uneven pavement.grace honda were engaged in very unfair business pratices, gross reckless negligence and having no regards for safety. My vehicle is only three months old but the vehicle has become a ultimate lemon because they modified the wheels and tires and installed poor quality produts. These wheels and tires will explode anytime and will cause serious injuries and deaths. Grace honda informed me last 02-28-03 that they will not replace the wheels and tires.
The honda dealer repaired my firestone tire with a plug. Later the repair did not hold. I took it to the firestone store and he said a plug was an incorrect and unsafe way to repair the tire. I then took it to a goodyear store and he told me the same thing. I returned to the honda dealer and told him my situation; whereupon he said the tire people were trying to sell more tires and everyone knows plug repairs are the most efficeint way to repair a puncture by a nail. Can you comment on the honda dealer's remarks? Are there any regulations by the federal safety agency about repairs to a tire with a plug? Your attention to this question is greatly appreciated. Harold v.webb
While driving and making a turn the vehicle was being pulled in the opposite direction at turn. 185/70r14, dot# w2rvs9h, original equipment, 622 miles, honda, civic 2002. *ak tires were very noisy. Dealer stated that the manufacturer changed the suspension and maybe this is causing the problem.
Left front tire blew out at 60 MPH on the highway with only 82 miles on the brand new car. I had 2 passangers at the time. This happened at 8 pm and traffic was light on I-84 in connecticut. I was able to move the car to the shoulder and had it towed to the dealership. *ak (tiresize: p185/65r15)
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