2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee: tire blowout or tread separation

Filed Apr 22, 2024 · Tires · 189,000 miles · WI

The contact's granddaughter owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Discoverer EnduraMax, Tire Size: P245/65/R17, DOT Number: [XXX] . The contact stated while the driver was driving at 70 MPH, the rear passenger's tire had a blowout. The driver was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence, where the tire was inspected, and the contact became aware that the tire had blown out at the sidewall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the defective tire was shipped to the manufacturer for inspection. The manufacturer later informed the contact that the tire failure had been caused by a pinhole that gradually deflated the tire until the tire had the blowout; however, the contact stated that the TPMS did not indicate a loss of tire air pressure prior to the blowout, and that the failure had occurred abruptly. The manufacturer offered to partially reimburse the cost of the tire. The contact purchased a new tire from the dealer and replaced the tire himself. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 189,000, and the tire failure mileage was approximately 4,000. The VIN was not available. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Aug 31, 2015 · Tires · 65,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee equipped with goodyear fortera hl (p) tires, size: h245/65/r17 (na). While the vehicle was at a stop, it was brought to the contact's attention that the threads on the sidewall of the front passenger side tire had separated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who confirmed the separation and diagnosed that the tire needed to be replaced. The tire was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The vehicle failure mileage was 65,000 and the tire failure mileage was 5,000. The dot number and VIN were unavailable.

Filed Jan 5, 2015 · Tires · 73,000 miles · TN

While driving my jeep grand cherokee on the interstate at 70 MPH, the low tire warning light came on. Less than a mile later, my left rear tire blew and the wheel cut into the tire effectively destroying the tire. All that was left of the tire was a rubber band around the wheel and 25% of one sidewall. The remaining rubber pieces were strewn across the interstate. Luckily, I was driving down a straight stretch of road with no vehicle traffic close, so I was able to get my vehicle safely to the road shoulder. If this incident had occurred on a steep curve, in heavy traffic, etc, the incident could have created a dangerous, even life-threatening, situation. When the tire fell apart, it damaged my side panel, rear fender, and blew of my bumper. I put on the spare, tied on my bumper, and drove to the tire store where these tires had been purchased a couple of years prior. The tires had 40,000 miles on them. They are warranted for 65,000 miles. The tire store mailed the damaged tire to michelin for their analysis. I was surprised when I was told by a rep at this tire store that michelin no longer made this particular tire because, as he understood it, they had known quality issues with it. Michelin examined and ascertained that the tire was a "run flat" and therefore they did not cover either the replacement of the tire or the $1800+ of damage. While glad to be alive and uninjured, I am shocked and very, very disappointed in michelin's response.

Filed May 3, 2014 · Electrical, Tires · 61,000 miles · PA

The vehicle is equipped with air pressure sensing tire valves that are made of a substandard metal that corrodes and brakes. The first time I had an issue the tip of the valve broke and the tire could not be inflated. The second time, today, the valve broke in half and the tire deflated in about ten seconds. Fortunately, the vehicle was not moving. I replaced the part at the dealer the first time and they stated it was a known issue with the part and that a new part had been made that would not corrode. The fact that it has happened on two of the four sensors shows this is not an uncommon problem. Clearly such a blow out at highway speeds would have put my life and the lives of those near me in jeopardy.

Filed May 1, 2012 · Tires · 30,000 miles · 00

Goodyear eagle rs-a emt (high performance all-season) - runflat re: goodyear eagle rsa tread separation (tire failure) I have a serious problem with the original tires, no modifications to vehicle, 2007 srt8 jeep grand cherokee both front tires developed an unnatural groove on the inner edge (where tread meets inner sidewall) causing tread separation and failure, actually at the same time. Tire pressure when to zero. Nothing was rubbing the tire, but looking at it you would think it is the only explanation. Tread separation in my case happened at about 30,000 miles from new at about 40 miles per hour. I can send photos to anyone who wants them. There are many references to the same type of tire failure online over several years, one example being with an srt8 forum http://www.srt8oc.com/forums/showthread.php?p=211455#post211455

Filed Apr 17, 2012 · Wheels · 54,041 miles · IL · crash

This second event, driving 2007 jeep srt8 on side street, tire pressure went abruptly to zero as steering went out causing vehicle to veer off road and onto shoulder and grass. Upon removal of left front tire, tread separation cracks were apparent, some as long as 1-1 1/2 inches, at least one of which separated through to airlock. Inner edge of tire very mushy along 14-16 inches of where separation occurred. This event is almost identical to an occurrence that happened september 2011 on the same vehicle, rear tire displayed separation on inner edge over large area. Tire dealer advised likely due to pothole, which was not an experienced event [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Apr 17, 2012 · Tires · 54,000 miles · IL · crash

Defective tires: ********goodyear eagle rs-a emt*********** 04/12/12-this second event, driving 2007 jeep srt8 on side street, tire pressure went abruptly to zero as steering went out causing vehicle to veer off road and onto shoulder and grass. Upon removal of left front tire, tread separation cracks were apparent, some as long as 1-1 1/2 inches, at least one of which separated through to airlock. Inner edge of tire very mushy along 14-16 inches of where separation occurred. Tire replaced with same issue. This event is almost identical to an occurrence that happened september 2011 on the same vehicle, rear tire displayed separation on inner edge over large area. Tire dealer advised likely due to pothole, which was not an experienced event [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Sep 3, 2011 · Tires · 16,000 miles · CA

The front tires have premature ware on the inner edge of tire, the result was tire separation. After only 16000 miles of use. I have the alignment checked an it was within factory specification. I had to purchase a new set of tires. Old tires still in hand and have pictures of the tires.

Filed Jan 22, 2011 · Tires · 23,600 miles · VA

Premature tread separation on my front good year run flat tires.

Filed Sep 2, 2010 · Tires · 49,002 miles · GA

After reading where multiple jeep grand cherokee srt8 owners were experiencing front tire failure with factory tires, I had my tires checked during an alignment. Both of my front tires are experiencing a tread separation failure. I bought this vehicle with brand new tires on it, 0 miles from a local dealer. I contacted goodyear corporate, who sent me to a goodyear dealer locally, who inspected my tires, informed me they were defective, and offered me a pro-rated replace of 50% off. I feel that if a tire (or any product) has a manufacturing defect, then it should be replaced as such and not pro-rated. The tire was obviously defective from day one, and is only showing such after some use. Now I have to pay for replacement of tires that are not completely used nor worn to treadwear markers for fear of complete tire failure.

Filed Jun 30, 2010 · Tires · 23,114 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. While driving 25 MPH, the contact stated that the front driver and passenger side tires were experiencing tread separation. The contact called the dealer who advised there was a problem with the tires. The contact spoke with the tire manufacturer who advised she needed an alignment and new tires. The current miles were 23000. Updated evoq 09/01/10*jb updated 10/28/10 *bf updated 11/01/10 updated 11/23/10 *bf updated 11/23/10 the consumer stated she had to pay $1090 to replace two defective tires. Updated evoq 12/17/10. *jb updated 10/24/11.

Filed Feb 27, 2009 · Tires · TX

The automotive oil change association (aoca) represents the fast lube industry, with more than 3,500 locations in north america, servicing more tires than any other organization. Over the past several months members reported an increasing number of problems with tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) ' and they are getting worse. Conventional TPMS's measure tire pressure at the valve and use a radio frequency to transmit the data to an antenna on the side of the vehicle. The quality of these valve stems is so poor that car care professionals know - if they check the tire pressure, it is likely the valve will break and they will incur the cost to replace, about $110.00 per unit. Specifically, the 2008 jeep grand cherokee, and the 2008 chevrolet equinox, have aluminum valves stems; these easily corrode, become brittle, and break at the touch. They also have a plastic cap. If this plastic cap is improperly seated, or replaced by an aftermarket cap containing brass, or brass thread inserts, it leads quickly to galvanic corrosion; the result- the cap fuses to the valve stem. Attempt to remove the cap, the stem breaks. The driving public is being 'trained' to trust these monitors for accurate tire pressure. Properly inflated tires reduce the potential for life-threatening blowouts, enhance handling, improve fuel efficiency, and prolong tire life; lowering the cost of ownership. These systems are too fragile to continue using them in passenger vehicles without addressing the durability. As these systems age, failure will increase 100%. Tpms units are spec'd out by oem's- manufactured by siemens vdo (acq'd by continental ag in may '07). Aoca has made many inquiries to see if these units are intended to be recalled or redesigned'the resounding answer is 'no'. If oem's do not change the spec's TPMS's will continue to be poorly made. Aoca asks the federal safety agency recall these units to protect the consumer, and people maintaining the tires on vehicles.