Oldsmobile Silhouette tire blowout problems

Filed Dec 2, 2005 · Tires · 31,500 miles · IN

Almost identical circumstances as in odi 10137234. Big o tires aligned my van in oct 2005 and discovered the tread separation. Alignment was within spec, except camber or caster on the rear were 0.02 degrees out. They referend me to the dealer. At first, over the telephone, the dealership said it was due to neglet and referred me to an authorized goodyear dealer. Goodyear tire dealership discovered tread separation on all 4 tires on my 2004 oldsmobile minivan on the inside edge, under the vehicle. Goodyear saw my rotation/balance records and agreed to warrant the tires. This is why all four tires were worn, due to rotaiton every 6-8k miles. They gave me prorated credit based on tread depth remaining. 50% for two and 25% for the other two credit. Mileage is at 32k. They also explained that we should not drive on them until replaced. Of course I replaced them with another model of goodyear. I was concerned that my wife and kids would be killed in an accident (wife's car). Big o tire also stated they have heard of tread separation on these exact tires, the ls model, on other vans. I demand that both goodyear and oldsmobile should address this situation for a recall. In addition, full reimbursement is necessary for replacement. This needs to be addressed immediately to prevent possible injury and/or death.

Filed Sep 21, 2005 · Tires · 24,700 miles · TN

Took car to be serviced. Techs saw the tire separation and stated it was very dangerous and not to drive on them. Reported to dealership&gmac. Goodyear and firestone dealers say it was tread seperation due to faulty manufacturing. Tires are goodyear p225/60r16 ..... Both front tires are separating on the inside. Dealership blamed it on nonrotation (I do that myself so no records.) when that didnt work they tried to blame it on bad allignment. This also was not the case. The car stayed saturday night and sunday at the dealership after they so thoughtfully lent us a safe vehicle after threatening to have us arrested for refusing to drive the unsafe vehicle that was still under warranty. I arrived appx 7 am at the dealership and they looked at the tires and stated it was our fault and they only cover tires for 7500 miles. They also did some other warranty and recall work. I did not let them touch the tires or allignment because of they have a habit of acting in ill will and I do not trust them any longer. Mileage out-24706 I drove to the nearest firestone dealer (milelage in 24708 time 8:49 am) and explained to them the situation. They pulled the tires off and said it looked like faulty tires. I bought new ones because the old ones were too dangerous to drive on and the dealership wasn't going to do the right thing any time soon. Firestone checked the allignment. Data was as follows: lf camber -0.6, rf camber -1.0, cross camber .4, lf caster 2.9, rf caster 2.9, cross caster -0.1, (all within spec) lf toe .18, rf toe .11, total toe .29 (minorly out of spec...but positive toe would have caused wear on the outside of the tires and was very obvious to anyone within 10 feet that there was something wrong with them. Tires failed on the inside under the car and its possible they could have killed us all before we ever noticed them) we still have the front tires if you need them. (typed by wife)

Filed Aug 28, 2004 · Tires · 30,000 miles · SC

As I was checking the tires for wear I noticed that the inside of the tire, where the tread meets the sidewall, was damaged. It appears that there is a flange or disc at the bottom of the spring/shock assembly that's coming in contact with the tire. Less than 1 inch clearance. Probably happens when there's down force from hitting a pot hole, speed bump or sudden stop. Tread is good but separating from the sidewall, steel belts visible. 30,000 miles, goodyear, p225/60r/16, I assume original equipment. Bought used at 9k, no record of rotating the tires. Rear tire has slight damage suggesting it may have been on front and rotated out. If owners are only looking at the tread and not the inside sidewall I think there's a potential for blowout and tire separation. I note 2 failures although the tires have not blown, they will need to be replaced. Will have vehicle serviced this week.

Filed Jan 22, 2004 · Tires · 82,000 miles · FL

While driving 70 MPH rear driver's side tire separated without warning.

Filed Sep 26, 2003 · Tires · NV

Left front driver's side tire tread separated from tire while driving about 60 MPH on the highway. The tire never deflated while separating . The tracks from the material of tire caused damage to the undercarriage of vehicle. Futura, size p205/70r15, dot# hym0s8m420.

Filed Sep 26, 2003 · Tires · FL

While driving at 50 MPH and with no warning, on july 3, both front tires tread separated. Dealer replaced both tires. On july 26, both rear tires tread separated , forcing consumer to pull of the road. Vehicle was towed to the nearest independent shop. Goodyear, eagle ls, size p225/60r16, dot#unknown.

Filed Aug 22, 2003 · Tires · 10,843 miles · CA

While driving on highway, the left front tire experienced a blowout at the sidewall which resulted in the tread separation. However, the sidewall remained on the rim. Tire info: michelin 225/60r16 dot-hd3vcthx1802 10-11k miles on tire not original left front tire. *ph *scc

Filed Aug 15, 2003 · Tires · AZ · crash

Firestone tire fr410 tread separation.*mr the tread of the tire wrapped itself around the rear axle of the vehicle while traveling on the freeway at 70+ miles. This resulted in a very serious accident. The vehicle flipped and landed on its top when it came to rest. The consumer later learned the tire was returned to firestone because of fear with the firestone debacle and then sold to the consumer for $25.00 a tire. Consumer filled a claim and a year later was informed by firestone that the tire wasn't a recalled tire nor was it on a watch list so there would be no settlement. *ph *ph * cb

Filed Aug 6, 2003 · Tires · AZ · crash · 2 injuries

Firestone tire fr410, dot hy m3 41 a 349, p215 70r15 97s purchased on 5-22-02 with tire failure because of tread separation on 5-27-02. This resulted in a very serious automobile accident. The tread of the tire wrapped itself around the rear axle of the automobile while we (me and my daughter) were travelling on the freeway at 70+ miles per hour. The car fliped and landed on its top when it came to rest! I later found out this was a tire that had been returned to firestone because of fear with the firestone debacle and then sold to me for $25.00 per tire. I through an attorney filed a claim with firestone and after a year of exchanges I was told by firestone this was not a recalled tire nor was it on any watch lists therefore there would be no settlement. Firestone had their field people examine the tire though the results of the examination have not been shared with me and my attorney. This was obviously a faulty tire. The fact that this practice is happening is appalling and the manner in which firestone is dealing with it is even more of a concern. The tires should never have been resold. I would like to request that one of your field representatives in the area please examine the tire. The tire was produced at a plant where some of the recalled tires have been made. If this tire has not been recalled and is not on any watch lists it is time that it should be recalled or added to the watch list. It is my understanding that your office has the ability to make changes and have an effect. My strong statement to you would be let's avoid senseless deaths because of the tire and take it out of circulation. Please help!

Filed Jul 3, 2003 · Tires · FL

Front right tire tread separated while driving vehicle at 55mph. Consumers took vehicle into a repair shop to replace the damaged tires, and the technician stated that had 2 more tires with same problem, separated tread. Dealer notified.