Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: left rear tire experinced a flat tire while traveling at 70 MPH. Tire taken to a firestone center, and informed consumer that tire was showing signs of wall separation. They would only replace it at a prorate exchange. Tires were original equipment and mounted on a 1998 mercury, mountaineer; tire size p235/75r15 and dot# w2hl1py288 *ak this is the second tire that have become defective. The inner side wall cracked and the tire does not hold air.
1998 Mercury Mountaineer tires complaints
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Pe#00020 - consumer had experienced tread seperation on the right front tire while driving approximaely 65 MPH. Replacement tire issued by firestone was a recall tire. Consumer was able to have the front right tire replaced on recall. The other 3 original tires, which were the same size of p235/75r15, have not been replaced because plant code was different from the recall tires. However, all 3 tires experienced cracking around the entire tire of where the tread met the tire. Consumer has advised firestone of problem, who also recognized the problem, but did not offer consumer satisfactory service. Tires were the original tires purchased with the vehicle. The vehicle a 1998, mercury truck, mountaineer. *ak ford company blames firestone for the tire problem.
The sidewalls on all four tires cracked. The cracks were located all the way around the tire where the tread wraps from the face of the tire to the sidewall. I went to two firestone stores. Both agreed the tires were defective and would be replaced on a pro-rate. No tires were available on 9/18/00 due to the demand associated with the recall. I was put on a waiting list. Deciding not to trust the tires any longer, I was able to locate and purchase kelly-springfield tires the same day. I kept the wilderness at tires. Three of the tires have dot numbers that are vnhl1py397. The other has a dot number vnhl1py387. All four tires were consistent in the patern of the cracking. I wanted to advise you of this defect as the recalled wilderness at are being replaced with tires manufactured in the same canadian plant as the defective tires on my mountaineer.*ak( dot number: vnhl1py397 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Because of the news reports of tire problems I decided to rotate the tires on my mountaineer. On the inside of the right rear tire I found cracks where the steel showed through. I put all the tires back on the car and drove to a firestone dealer. They were willing to give me an adjustment on that tire only. I refused the offer and went to another tire company where I purchased four new tires. I kept the wilderness at tires in case they are needed in the future because of the on going investigation by your organization.( dot number: w2hl1py897 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Throttle body failed, causing sticking.
Original tires p235/75r15, dot vnhl348, 1998, mercury, mountaineer. Consumer took car to be serviced, and mechanic said that 2 of the tires were cracking like the recall tires. Then, dealer noticed a third tire had a crack.
Beginning tire seperation and beading was discovered when I had my tires checked and unltimitely replaced. *ak( dot number: vnhl1py358 tire size: p23575r15 )
Firestone p235/75r15 dotw2hl experienced tread separation on right rear passenger tire, consumer had just previously had tires checked at a firestone dealer who stated tires were okay, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
The firestone wilderness at tires on the vehicle all have experienced stress cracks, however the tires are not included in the recent recall.
Tire blew-firestone atx p235-75r15. (claim# 36-a113-742)
Blow out, vehicle rolled, hospital/san antonio by airflight. Policyholder confirmed firestone tire on vehicle exact model not known yet but most likely will be wilderness. He said that he had firestone wilderness tires on the mountaineer. He said that the wrecker yard does have the piece of tread that seperated and it peeled off all in one piece. He said that the tire that it came off of is still inflated. Explained again he said that since his family sustained serious injuries, he is going to consult with a lawyer to pursue a bl claim against firestone. (claim# 53-c601-172)
Pe00 020; took vehicle to the dealership after receiving a recall letter from firestone. There were no tires available. Firestone, wilderness#at, p2357515, #dot vd. There were no injuries.
Pe00-020, tire size p23575r15 dot vnhl, original equipment mercury, mountaineer, 1998. Driving at approximately 55 MPH right front tire tread came off ,causing vehicle to be pulled off the road. Tire stayed inflated, but tread came completey off ,right down to steel belt, as though it was recap tire. Consumer took tire to firestone, and was told it had correct air pressure.
Vehicle parked when news was heard on tv about tires. Checked tires and left front tires showed tread separation and steel belt sticking out. Took vehicle to ford & mechanic replaced tire with the spare. Later, took vehicle to firestone & was informed tires were not on recall due to not being from decatur plant. Firestone tires on 1998, mercury mountaineer, 38,000 miles. Firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 with 34,000 miles.
Pe00020; tire tread separation: all four tires are showing signs of tread separation. Tires have cracks along the sidewall. While driving at speeds of 50 and above, there is a very loud humming noise. Tire size is p235/75r15, dot #w2hl. Original tire equipment on a 98, mountaineer. Tire mileage about 30,000. *ak the customer received recall notice for firestone tires, but the dealer after looking at the tires indicated that they were not covered.
Vehicle has the firestone wilderness/at p23575r15, but it was manufactrued in north carolina. Front driver's side tire is starting to separate. Tread has worn completely, and is now developing cracks. Firestone has been contacted.*ak both front tires stated wearing quickly and the tread began separating. They are unsafe and should be recalled.
Consumer had seen recall information on firestone tires. Consumer was concerned about the recall, and firestone was not willing to help.
Pe00020, tire tread separation: front passenger's side tire is showing signs of tread separation. There is a tear between the letters r and e in firestone. Firestone, wildersness at, p23575r15, dot #vnhl. Original tire equipment with about 16,100 miles.
Pe00020, original tire on 1998, mercury, mountaineer. All four tires had cracks along tread and sidewall. It seemed that tread has been peeling off. Tire size p235/75r15 and dot # vnhlipy337.
There is a crack (line) that goes around the side of the tire approx 1 to 1.5 inches below the top of the tread( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )
After reading information on the recall, inspected the tires, and found cracks on them, as well as tread separation. Firestone p235/75r15 dot # vnhl1py437. *ak the firestone dealers confirmed that the tires were defective. The firstone wilderness at tires had continuous crack on outside of the tread line.
Took tires to firestone dealer, he found severe cracks in 2 tires, front, but they were not part of recall. Bought goodyear tires to replace them. Car spent 2 winters in bradenton, florida. Trip down last year was in over 90 degree heat. Return trip the same. Psi (30) at all times.( dot number: w2hl tire size: 15 )
Noticed a rocking/rolling motion on smooth pavement. Left rear tire had a bubbled area which had worn and burst a hole in the tire. Steel thread showing. I put the spare on and when got back home I bought 5 new tires . I think I caught the problem just in time to avoid a possible accident.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )
Driving eastbound on I-12 louisiana en route to md when vehicle shook violently and we lost control of vehicle and did a 360 and slammed into trees . Vehicle was total loss and 2 animals perished , spouse and I were taken via ambulance to slidell mem. Hospital( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
No summary( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )
This mercury mountaineer has three firestone wilderness/at tires p23575r15 manufactured in canada that are developing cracks around outside and inside walls. Firestone has been contacted.*ak dot vnhl.
The steel belt has been exposed on three of the four tires. The steel belt on 2 of the tires can be lifted up by my fingers. I have never seen a tire wear like this. I wouln not have noticed this unless I read of current problems with the firestone tires. Upon my inspection I discovered this early wear problem. I fear for my safty and my family driving on amy firestone tire of the wilderness 'at' type. I need to know if there tires mfg. At the n.c. Plant will be recalled. I am keeping the car at home. I called ford motor and they said all their tires are safe. Then why are there tires wearing and failing so early. I need help regarding these tires. Asap. *ak( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )
Apparent tread seperation caused tire failure. I narrowly avoided an accident because of this on i294. Defect appears evident.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p23575r-15 )
While inspecteting tires after seeing the news on tv, found tread separation on the right front and left rear tires. Firestone wilderness p235/75 r15, dot vnhnl.
Preiviously contacted ntsha ref # 866987 (info on forme sent me is incorrect) correct info follows: while driving to fl, in georga noticed a viberations in from end. Contacted ford, they said try to have tires balanced. Firestone store said can't balance tire because the steel belts have seperated internally. There is an aporx. Hight differance betreen treads of 1/2": I didn't want to pay $120 for a new tire so I had the store mount that tire as my spare. I still have this tire. Firestone has since said that they will replace that tire, but since it is not in the recall, I was wondering if you wanted to look at this tire since it did not totally fail?( dot number: w2hl1py467 tire size: 23575r15 )
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