2000 Saturn LS tires problems

Filed Mar 8, 2006 · Tires · 42,000 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70 MPH something was noticed through the rear view mirror coming off the vehicle. It was pulled over and upon inspection the right rear tire had separated. The spare tire was put on the vehicle then it was taken to a repair shop for inspection. The mechanic noticed the left rear tire was also separating and the left rear tire was replaced. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 05/04/06

Filed Oct 1, 2004 · Tires · FL

While driving 65 MPH rear driver's side tire sidewall separated. Consumer pulled over and changed the tire. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak

Filed Apr 28, 2004 · Tires · 40,000 miles · CA

All four firestone infinity tires, size 21956r15 would wore out. Dealerships replaced the tires twice. Consumer was still having the same problems.

Filed Dec 31, 2002 · Tires · 6,000 miles · PA

While driving at 50 MPH, steering wheel started to vibrate then had a jerking movement due to the tires cupping and wearing. Dealer contacted. Please provide additional information. Ts

Filed Oct 30, 2002 · Tires · AZ

All the original firestone tires were replaced due to thread separation.

Filed Aug 29, 2002 · Tires · IA

First incident was reported on 6/22/00. Vehicle was noisy. On a vist on 8/01/2000 had an occasion to borrow a vehicle of the same kind. Came back and informed them that I wanted someone to drive my car. Upon driving and investigating noise, first incident of tires cupping. Two tires were replaced. Noticed tires noise again at approx. 35,730 miles, again tires were cupped and two replaced. Asked at that time if this was occurring in other 2000 l series saturns, was told yes. Asked what the problem was, and they didn't know. Noise occurred again in 8/15/01, again cupping of tires, replaced two. Was told that it would be the last time. Call saturn in tennessee and reported the problem. Noticed noise again this month. Informed saturn on visit on 8/17/02, was told tires were cupped again. Was told that I couldn't expect to get any more tires replaced without charge. I told them I didn't feel that I should pay for them as I wasn't causing the problem. I again call saturn in tennessee and informed them. I basically wanted to know why and what they were doing about the problem. I was repeatedly informed that I was over my original and extended warranty and couldn't expect tires changed again for nothing. I ended up with telling them that they had lost a saturn customer and that I would report the matter. This is my 3rd saturn, I have had no complaint until now. I don't really have a complaint with my dealer, its just that I am not getting any answers. I told them that if they needed to recall the vehicle, then they better be doing it. I am very upset at this and want the problem resolved. Yesterday saturn called and talked to my husband and stated that they would replace the tires. That is not the problem, it will continue to happen again and again. Also just how safe are these tires. I was told that it wasn't anything to worry about. There is more to say, but I am out of room. Thank you janis ipsen.

Filed Jun 6, 2002 · Tires · MD

Consumer put air in the tire every other week due to tire losing air quickly. Size and dot unknown. Cause unknown.

Filed May 9, 2002 · Steering, Suspension · MD

Consumer returned five times to have the vehicle corrected for vibration and play. The power steering system failed. The dealer replaced under waranty, however there is vibration and play. The dealer has been working to resolve the problem, but the problem still exists. The wheel was replaced because of a bent hub. This replacement stopped the vibration. There is still continuous play. The tires were feathered and cupped. The lower control arm and rear bushings were replaced as were the four tires.

Filed May 9, 2002 · Body, Brakes · MD

Front brake rotors needed to be replaced at 37,929 miles because the inside edges were worn below specification and the brake shoes would not seat properly on the rotor. The edges could not be turned or resurfaced. There was no indication of metal grinding into the rotor. Also, all four tires were replaced for uneven wear. The rear brake retainer spring broke. The rear passenger window is inoperable. There is an electrical short in the console. Consumer also claims there is play in the steering. The power steering was replaced in september of 2001. There is still vibration and play being felt in the steering. There was a bent hub which was causing the vibration.

Filed Jan 5, 2002 · Tires · PA

I have contacted saturn about the tire problems associated with the ls series, which I currently own the car of the first launch year, 2000. I am now on my third set of tires. They tell me that it is the tires, but I am also on the third brand of tire. I know that I am not alone in this problem. While at the garage with this last set of tires, another consumer had to replace their tires at 5000 miles. I have asked saturn to look into a possible design flaw with regards to the way the car's chassis is styled. They refuse to listen to what I have to say. I would also like to send to you copies of letters I have directed to the saturn corporation. Thank you, bette grey. *ak (tiresize: r185)