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Replaced all four tires at costco after tread comming off front tires exposing metal, spare tire still a firestone.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
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The tread separated from the tire which caused damage to the right rear panel of the vehicle, the tailpipe had to be replaced, plus we had to buy a new tire.these are not the original tires on the vehicle, but we did replace them with the same brand, size, etc. That were originally on the vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/7-15 )
The temperature gauge reads cold all the time, the engine whistles sometimes at low speed and idle and the condensor went up - all pretty much at the same time these started. (tiresize: p3575r)( dot number:tire size: p3575r )
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My accident occurred at approximately 7:00 p.m. On 24 july 2000 as i was driving to my residence located at [xxx], in my 1998 ford eddie bauer explorer. I was traveling east on highway 190 in the right hand lane at 60 mph, when a car pulled in front of the truck i was following.the truck braked causing me to brake.uponbraking, both tires on the left hand side of the vehicle exploded causing me to go into a tail spin. I did everything possible to keep the vehicle on the road without hitting anyone else.fortunately, i did not hit another vehicle or hurt anyone else.my vehicle ended up rolling over four times and ended up facing in the opposite direction on the median.although the vehicle was completely totaled, i was fortunate enough not to have suffered life threatening injuries.the police, paramedics, and firemen arriving on the scene could not believe that i was alive.the vehicle had to be cut to get me out. There were witnesses to this accident who provided statements to the police.there was no citation issued.my right hand was badly cut, i had severed an artery and muscle, and received 12 stitches.my left ear was cut and had to be stitched. The left side of my body, to include my head, was badly bruised. This accident has had a serious physiological effect on me.it took two weeks for me to begin driving again.usaa, my insurance company, informed us, as a result of their investigation, that they had flagged my vehicle because the tires were the firestone tires being recalled and were found at fault for causing my accident.since purchasing my vehicle brand new in may 1998, it has been regularly serviced in accordance with the service manual, by cove ford in copperas cove, texas. Wheels have also been rotated on a regular basis.at no time was i informed that my tires were unsafe or were the cause of previous accidents.had i of been informed by the ford motor company of possible tires.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(
Accident occurred in the afternoon of august 28th, 1999 in durham, north carolina.the accident involved my vehicle hitting a vehicle in front of me (i was travelling at about 35-45 mph and reached an intersection where traffic was stopped for the light.i hit the brakes and thought i had enough time to stop the vehicle, but i ended up rear-ending a truck (at the point of impact the car was probably travelling 5-10 mph)).anyhow when i received my car from the repair shop it rode extremely roughly.after taking it to a firestone dealer they informed me that my tread had 'separated' and told me the only solution was to buy new tires.this is all very circumstancial evidence (i realize), but after reading about other similar incidents regarding the same equipment, i felt compelled to report this accident as well in case the tire too were responsible.the faulty tires (2 of 4) have since been discarded.i would appreciate knowing whether the tire separation could have been related to the accident as i know think it may have (the tire's tread was not separated prior to the accident and the other tires which had been purchased at the same time are still roadworthy).( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Already having problems when purchased, car pulled right,rotate to back fixed pull.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
I was driving about 60 mph, when the i heard a pop, i lost control of the vehicle and rolled over once and i landed upsided down.there was 2 other people besides me in the vehicle.we were all wearing are seatbelts and nothing happen to us.everyday i thank god i did not have my two girls with me at the time of the accident.we were not hurt, but we were sure terrified.( dot number: )
Heard loud pop around tire, car steered uncontrollably, causing it to rollover.had seat belt on but came lose it crash and ended up in back seat.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )
Treadseparated from the left front tire, causing a bump, and front left end of vehicle to vibrate.
While driving on 93 south, a majormassachusetts highway, at 55 miles an hour on 11-1998, i swerved to avoid hitting a car that was going to come into my lane.my suv felt like it was going to tip over on its side.it felt like i was riding on two wheels.had i not been calm and steered correctly, the suv would have tipped over on its side.the second time, 8-2000 was on 95 south, in massachusetts.upon getting off the exit ramp, my suv again felt like it would tip over. I was going about 25 miles an hour.both times the sway bar links had to be replaced.i was charged for the first repair.i have replaced the five original tires which were part of the recent recall, with the same type of tire about a year ago.the cid sensor is a part that should last the life of the suv, according to the mechanic that worked on it.it had to be replaced on my suv.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )
We took our car in for an oil change and rotation and balancing of tires.we were told we had 4 good tires.when we left the store, i felt bumping in the tires.we got on the thruway and drove about 30 miles.when we returned, we saw the rubber had peeled off one of the tires and the core was showing.my husband took the car back to firestone.they disclaimed any repsonsibility for the tire peeling and had no clue why it would have happened.they tried to sell my husband a brand new tire with no pro-rating or anything.jerrywas angry and told them to put the spare on.in subsequent conversations with them, they repeatedly denied that their work had anything to do with it, even though they admitted the tech was new and had lumped all the tires together during rotation.we were furious and vowed not to return.a few days later, i mentioned it to the dealer we bought the car from and he got us a new tire in lieu of a $100 sales commission for bringing in another buyer.took it to firestone, they asked where we had got the tire and charged us to mount it.i called them on the phone and asked for an address for the firestone co. And he then reimbursed us the money he had charged to mount it.we're even more angry now because they acted as though they had never heard of such a thing and, yet, they apparently knew about this.we like to travel and are now afraid to go anywhere.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Vehicle experienced blow out of the (firestone atx p235-75r15) tire, which resulted in severe accident, vehicle overturned and occupants were ejected with severe injuries. *mjs
I was driving 70 mph on 4 lane hwy when i heard a loud noise at the rear of my car and the car pulled to my left.i looked in my side mirror and saw a piece of tire bouncing on the road.i thought i had a blowout but i still had control of my car so i pulled over to the side of the road and saw that the whole tread on my rear left tire had pulled away from the rest of the tire.it still was inflated so i drove to my office 4 miles away at 35 mph and had my mechanic put on the spare.i brought my car to osburn's tire center, inc. In morgan city, la. And troy osburn told me that he would order a replacement tire and call me when it came in.i got the tire changed out and was given a bill for the replacement tire for $ 99.98.i will scan a copy of the bill and email to you.i was upset that i had to pay $ 100.00 for the tire and i also sustained some damage to the car.i asked troy if i could get reimbursed for my damages and he told me he would find out and get back to me.he never got back to me and the next thing i know, i see that firestone is recalling my tires.i would like to get reimbursed for not only the cost of the tire but get reimbursed for my damages.i have spoken to troy at osburns since the recall and he told me he not a firestone dealer and had not known at the time what steps would be taken to get my tires replaced.i have tried numerous times calling firestones hotline but keep getting busy signal.i wanted to report this incident to you so that you would be informed.what should i do about this bill and if i am owed for damages that the tread caused to my bumper and side wall while the tread was spinning around inside the inside fender wall?these tires are replacement tires but i replaced the tires with the same tires i originally had installed on the vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tire blew out while the vehicle was being driven, causing rear fender to come off partially. Yh
While driving to work on may 30, 2000, the firestone atx tire's outer surface split off from the rest of the tire.about 30% of the tread split from the tire resulting in damage to the rear wheel well body damage at the rear and tearing off plastic trim.this occurred on a particularly danagerous stretch of road through tijeras canyon east of albuquerque, new mexico.our son was fortunate to maintain control of the vehicle and get off the freeway to change the tire.when he took the tire to firestone tire at 9500 montgomery ne, albuquerque, nm 87111, tel: 505-293-4921, he was told he must buy a new tire and that he could mail the defective tire somewhere and then get part of it reimbursed.firestone implies that he must have been responsible for the damage.this tire and the four others on the explorer have been replaced this date with four new michelin tires.we want nothing more to do with firestone tires.the cost of replacing the tires was over $500 including tax, balancing, caps.firestone's recall and offer to replace tires of the same kind would be unacceptable to us.we have lost total confidence in this company.it is despicable that they have covered up the defects in their tires for this long and that people have lost their lives. They don't deserve to be in business.thank you for the opportunity to register our complaint. The timeim from the vehicle.casing.( dot number: vnhl p8 tire size: p235/75r15 )
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Tires have been causing major problems and driving roughly - afraid to drive long distance.( dot number: )
Tire tread separated from tire casing( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )
I had two firestone atx recalled tires replaced on 02 mar 00 due to belts shifting within the tires.two months later, on 12 apr 00, two recalled firstone atx tires "delaminated" (within two hours of each other)while i was drving on i-10 through el paso,texas and through lordsburg new mexico.the damage from the tires delaminating was approximately $1,800. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )
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Right rear tire delaminated on i95 southbound at around 3 pm.vehicle had been driver for several hours.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r )
My son was driving on interstate 75 going approx. 75mph and the rear driver's side tire just peeled away and caught the rear panel and pulled it off.nothing was in the roadway to cause something like this to happen.thank god tire didn't blow.at time roadside repair help advised it was a defective tire -- should not have happened.since lease was up the next month, we turned explorer in tire and all paid dedutible to have repaired and ins. Co. Couldn't persue because we didn't keep the tire.( dot number: )
Tire came apart while driving at low rate of speed damage the front fender and all of the fender housing area messing up the wheel coused it to be out of round.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/r15 )
Consumer felt a vibration in front end of vehicle but before he could slow down the right front tire blew out causing him to loose control of the vehicle, hit the median and rolled over 3 times.the right front tire appears to have separated, the others went flat on impact(firestone atx p235/75r15).nlm
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Repeated failures of firestone tires over 3 years. Reported to friestone w/ no action. This was about 2 weeks prior to the first major recall/safety announcement. Refused to warranty and claimed to have a new computer system that hd wiped out all info prior to jan 2000. Will f/u with letter to you. My apologies for the late report. Thought i had mailed the letter previously. Currently have spare tire firestone and will report to local ford dealer. (tiresize: standard)( dot number:tire size: standard )
I wanted to ensure that the death of my son and his girlfriend in a ford explorer, single vehicle accident involving blowout of the firsestone tire were included in the information you have on the investigation into the safety issue.their names were jonathan riley and kacey crowe.they were killed when the ford explorer with firestone atx tires flipped after the right front tire blew out on november 1, 1996.the ford explorer had approx. 60,000 miles on it and the original firestone atx tires had recently been replaced with new firestone atx tires a few months before the accident.i would like to receive information on the status of the investigation.( dot number: )
A 2 1/2 foor section of tread came off the tire while driving approximately 60-65 mph during a winter month in virginia.the tire was properly inflated.the vehicle was not overloaded, with only the driver in the vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/r1 )
Right front tire detreaded on interstate bridge, lost control and stopped without rollover.almost went over side of bridge.( dot number: unk tire size: p235/75r15 )
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Took vehicle to firestone 48 hours prior to blowout for balance/rotate. Blow out occurred going 70 mph. Road tep was 113 degrees. Firestone told me on 7/23 it was due to improperly inflated tires. They checked tire pressure less than 48 hours prior. They viewed my tire and said since i did not have road hazard i needed to buy another one. I then asked about it's reliability and safety and they said the media was overreacting. Blowout caused minor body damamge. Had to replace wheel and tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
I had been traveling on the interstate for approximately 40 miles when i noticed a vibration.i slowed from 65 mph to 60 mph.within the next mile or so, there was a loud bang and i was instantly going sideways.when i got the vehicle under control and stopped, i initally thought i had struck something on the road because all of my tires were still inflated.then someone who stopped to help me pointed out that i had lost all of the tread on the rear driver's tire.i believe it is significant to note that i had just had my tires rotated about a month prior at a tires plus store and they did not inform me of any problems with my tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone stated that problem was unique, had never happened before and that there was no warranty on tire. They paid me $100 replacement cost. ( dot number: vo66 atx 4 )
First blowout listed took out gas tank fill assembly with tread, second blowout in december( dot number: tire size: 15 inch )
We were going on vacation and had a blowout on the left rear at 65 mph in the fast lane of interstate 10 .the car began fishtailing and i was able to get it to the right shoulder.my wife asked why i was pulling over at first because she could not feel the problem.it scares me to death to think of what would have happened if she were driving alone at the time or with our daughter.they may have becoome statistics like so many others in explorers equipped with these tires.unfortunately, i still have 5 of these firestones, and the wait is months to have them replaced. (tiresize: p235r75/15)( dot number: tire size: p235r75/15 )
Pe00020; bought 1994, ford explorer, tire size p23575r15, dot vnhl1mo104. While driving spare front driver's tire had a blowout which may have caused the crash, but real cause unknown. One fatality.please provide further information.
Phil long ford diagnosed the internal failure in june 1996.firestone thru sears paid for michelin replacement tires.( dot number: na tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving 50 mph on the highway without warning, the right rear tire exploded into flames.the rim of the wheel was so hot you could not touch it by hand. The consumer was able to pull over to the shoulder to change the tire.the tire was a firestone #atx p2335r75/r15please fill in the dot # and further information on this incident.there were no injuries or fatality to report.*ph
Driving down 435 freeway going to the movie drive in and the right rear wheeltire peeled down the center causing meto spin and lose control and spin out, slamming into the guardrail, wrecking the front left clip and bumper and the left rear side, along with the bumper and window and hatchback of my suv . The whole quaterleft side is totally wrecked.tire never deflated it just separated. ( dot number: vdhl1pm016 tire size: 235/75r15 )
Had 4 new oem firestone tires put on when i bought the truck in may 97. In jan 98, ~3000 miles later, i drove 12 hrs from fla to chapel hill, nc with 2 @15 minute stops to gas up. Took i-95 and ran 70-80mph the whole time. When i left the hwy for the last time, truck braking was very bad. All over the road. I did not lose control only becausd the off ramp was very long near my house and i took a l o n g time to stop. Scary. Tire was destroyed. Looked like someone took a grinder to about 1/6th of the tire, along the outside edge. The steel belt had bits of metal sticking out of it, the tread near the hand sized hole had peeled off the inner tire (but was still attached on the inside 2" or so) . What a mess.did i run over a land mine?i put it down as a fluke, but thought i shoudl report it now.( dot number: tire size: p235/r1570 )
Traveling interstate highway between florida and virginia my 1992 ford explorer started shaking violently. It felt like i was losing a wheel. I stopped and checked the wheels out and everything looked ok. We proceeded cautiously to our destination of abingdon, virginia. I ultimately took the vehicle to the firestone dealer in bristol, tn. And was told the steel belts had seperated and needed to replace the tires. There was 10/32 of tread still remaining on the tires when i had to replace them and had to pay 195.00. The tires had always been carefully maintained with proper inflation and rotated every 5000 miles. The tires were replaced with firestone atx tires and on 06/29/99 @ 34383 miles they were again replaced because of failure and this time wilderness at tires were used.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75/15 )
We was on a trip to kentucy,( 9/24/99) we got right past the st. Joe missouri exit and the front end of my truck started shaking then i had a blow out. I was able to get off the road. I called a state patrol, who inturn called a wrecker, (randy's repair 169 hwy, gower, mo, 424-6232). He towed us back to his garage and replaced my tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
My son was driving down i-95 in south carolina at only about 50 mph due to rain when he suddenly lost control of the vehicle, left the road and rolled over three times into a ditch and totaled the car.there was no apparent explanation for why he lost control.we had just recently replaced tires with new firestone atx ii.when we asked the tow truck driver about recovering the tires we were told that they were blown out.since this accident occured prior to any publicity about firestone tire failures we did not ask to see the tires.my son was injured and forced to miss classes at college. (tiresize: 23575sr15)( dot number:tire size: 23575sr15 )
Drivers side rear tire blowout on freeway, damaged rear of car( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )
Tire seperated and disintegrated at highway speed.( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )
The tread separated while driving on i-8 at 70 mph and damaged the right front and side my explorer. The treadless tire did not deflate and i safely slowed and gradually steered to the shoulder. The other 3 atx's also had a network of cracks on the tread near the sidewall. Increased handling problems prior to the separation.( dot number: vdhl1pb196 tire size: p235 75r15 )
The date of the accident listed on the form was approximate, and the information can be obtained through my insurance company (american family).at the time of the wreck, i believe i had a blow out and the road conditions.i no longer own the car, as the insurance company totaled it.the approximate mileage of the vehicle and tires at the time of wreck were 60, 000.they were just inspected at firestone dearlership the previous week and was told they did not need to be replaced.northcountry ford where i got my vehicle inspected that same week also said the same thing, tires do not need to be replaced at the present time.please contact me asap for any information you might have and i may be reached at the numbers and address previously given on the form. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Front tires wear out unevenly, and are unable to hold air.
The left rear tire had a blow-out for no reason and the tread was all in tack and rolled by me as i stoped( dot number: at dealer tire size: p225/75r16 )
Vehicle was being operated on us60 (freeway) in mesa az at approximately 60 mph in the center lane of a 3 lane roadway.all was normal with no vibrations.there was an instant bang with immediate onset of major vibrations and the vehicle pulled initially to the left and then back to the right.there was traffic to the left front and right rear at the time of the event.when traffic cleared the vehicle was pulled off to the right shoulder.the right rear tire had lost all but a 1 inch strip of the tread surface over the complete circumference of the tire.the tire still had air pressure and due to the shoulder hazard on the freeway, the vehicle was driven to the next exit where the tire was changed in a parking lot.there was obviously a very large piece of tire rubber that was thrown out into traffic and not recovered.it is fortunate that this was rather late hour with little traffic.had this event occurred during rush hour with solid traffic it would almost certainly have resulted in secondary damage or collateral accidents. Has this type of tire disintegration been a reported hazard for this type of tire in the past ?this mishap was reported to the firestone tire co. And they requested that the tire be returned to bfts,1515 elm hill pike #405,nashville, tn.37210-3615;case # [xxx].the tire was shipped via ups on 08/04/99,package id: [xxx],tracking ref: [xxx].( dot number: vnhl1pm474 tire size: 23575r15xl )information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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I had tire separation in april of 2000 on interstate 95 in melbourne, florida.i immediately got off the road.there were no injuries to myself or any other vehicle/person. The right rear tire was the one that separated and i replaced it with another atx.i currently have all atx tires and will have all tires replaced this weekend.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
In june of 1998 i was preparing for a vacation and my mechanic said that i needed two tires because the tread had seperated from the sidewall and they were unsafe. Upon my exam, he was correct. I just replaced them and wrote it off as bad luck. Three weeks ago i went on another trip and came home on sunday. Monday morning when i went to go to work, the left front tire was flat. I took it to the mechanic and he said that it had also seperated and the right front was soon to go. I have changed all the tires now. I have the right front that went flat, the left front that is ready to go, and the spare that has never been on the road. Do you want them for examination? these tires were from the n. Carolina plant, but maybe it's not the plant, it's the process. What should i do? i have the receipts from the last tires, but, i'm not sure about the first set i changed.( dot number: w2hl 1mo tire size: p235/75r15 )
First tire failed in april.tire went flat.when inspected, the tread was separating from the body.replaced it and its mate.still have the mate (unmounted) which numbers are being reported.second incidence occurred in july while driving on i45 south of conroe texas.car had been vibrating and was getting worse.while slowing down and looking out rear view mirror saw tread portion of tire fly off.the tire and its mate were again replaced.still have the original spare.both of these incidence appear to be very similar to those being reported.for both times, the explorer started vibrating but could not determine why until the tire failed.( dot number: vdhl1pm485 tire size: p235/75r15 )
On 1 may 1998, my daughter was driving my explorer when a tire blew.the tread peeled away from the tire.she was traveling about 65-70 mph (speed limit was 70).this happened in the afternoon on an overpass.she kept her cool and was able to control the vehicle.she was shaken up .a passerby stopped and changed the tire.i couldn't belive the looks of the tire.i had to go buy new ones (2ea) on 2 may 1998.i went to goodyear.on 11 may1998 i went and replaced the back two firestones.my spare tire is a tire is a firestone that was taken off of the car when tires were replaced.i was unaware that you could contact anyone of this issue, until at this time.i have contacted ford and firestone of this mishap and ford wrote me back was glad my daughter wasn't hurt and to contact firestone.i contacted firestone and they told me to go to any firestone and pick up an app;ication for reimbursement.but what i am hearing and read they will only honor from 1 jan 2000-16 aug 2000.that is utterly ridiculous.those tires that were on myvehicle were originals like all the others on the road.like i said i didn't know a complaint could be lodged for tires that were two years old.i am a widow on a fixed income and it was hard to come up with means to replace 4 new tires.i believ e i should be compensated some.i also have my original receipts from the new tires. I thankyou for hearing me out. Sincerely, donna l. Miller.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Trend came off tire , damage to rear fender-traveling aprox. 65 on freeway( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )
Traveling on interstate at 70 mph and heard a knocking noise.pulled over to the side of the interstate.the left rear tire had peeled completely off.replaced the tire with spare.went to firestone dealer and was told that all four tires might should be replaced since one was bad.i replaced all 4 tires with the atx. Submitted claim to firestone for damage to car and tire not knowing at the time, there was a problem.i thought it was short of a miracle that firestone actually paid for the tire and damage.now, i know why.my husband has the wilderness at tires and we are proceeding to get his tires checked out.there is a waiting list in sc (being that we are the last state for the recall) for tires to be replaced.i am on a list but i am not happy that i have to wait, knowing what it is really like and what could have happened.( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )
While driving at 65 mph with the window down driver smelled a burning odor.he was able to pull over to the shoulder, and noticed that right side tire had smoke coming from underneath. Firestone, atx, p235/70r15, dot number utdoua.the driver tookvehicle to the dealer for analysis.but the odor could not be duplicated.
I have been waiting several weeks and still haven't received replacement tires.never received recall notice either.( dot number: tire size: 15 )
The tread separated and tire did not deflate. The other 3 tires had cracks along edges also. 40,000 miles on tires and properly inflated. Had handling problems prior to the tread separation.( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )
4 firestone atx tires were bought 9/9/95 in florida (vehicle miles=58,364).i moved to colorado 10/30/95 and started driving 45 miles each way to work in march 1999 (at highway speeds).on oct. 14, 1999, the front left tire went down at 70 mph. When i replaced all 4 tires at goodyear, the manager said that the tire didn't blow out.rather the tread had separated from the tire.i didn't think anything of it at the time, but i have now!( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Vehicle rollover accident march 25, 2001 in toledo ohio. Approximate speed 25 mph. Explorer rolled over 6 times with me as the passenger being ejected during the 3rd roll. Driver and rear seated passenger were help in the vehicle and received lacerations a broken finger and chest injuries. Front passenger ( me ) was ejected from the vehicle and came to rest against the front drivers side tire. Vehicle at rest on tires. Received 4 broken ribs, 5 broken , dislocated transverse process and multiple stitches for cuts and abrasions in arms and head. Rear drivers side tire was flat after the accident and was the only tire damaged. Pictures of the accident are available along with any other information. (tiresize: p255/70r16)
Do fla residents need to have accidents before these tires are recalled?isn't fl a hot state?i have already had one of these tires peel like a banana causing over $700 to my rear quarter panel.luckily no one was injured.what do i do with the other firestone tire?they're joking when they say come in for visual inspection, right?these tires look good as new to me, and i feel tires for heat at every fuel stop. Tire i lost would've been my last choice for the 1st tire to blow.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )
Tire separated and was taken to a firestone dealer where a replacement was purchased. With dealers receiving these defective tires, shouldn't someone have known earlier that this was a problem?( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )
The problem started close to 6 months ago.i noticed anytime i reached speeds abouve 60 mph my explorer would begin to vibrate violently.i didn't think much of it at the time.i always keep my tires roatated and inflated properly, so i didn't think that was the problem.i recently was going down a back road and hit a bump.i felt my car jerk and then felt my tire was flat.upon exaiming the flat tire i observed that the tread had peeled partly off.at the time i was unaware that my tire was prone to this type of failure.i had the tire replaced with a uniroyal.up to this point i had been totally unsatisfied with my tires. They handle poorly in wet conditions and are noisey.recently the shaking became more frequent.i had the shocks replaced thinking that was the problem.the shaking continued.and last week i started reading the first stories about my tires.upon exaiming my tires, it was quite apparent that tread failure was the problem.i observed a large crack all the way around the tire tread on all the of my firestone tires and the spare.i documented this all with photographs.i was in a bind about what to do.i go back to college this coming friday, the 18th.this will involve a long drive at high speeds and carrying heavy loads. I realized i need to have my tires replaced asap.i began looking at tires and became concerned that i, a cash-strapped college student, would have to replace relativlynew tires because of a manufacture's defect.lucky a recall was issued, but this has done little to resolve my problem.with my move-in day rapidly approaching i have been placed on a waiting list for tires.i felt the nhtsa should be aware of my story and the fact that i'm a resident of south carolina, which has been given a low priority in the recall.thank you for your time and i hope this helps you in investigating the situation.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe-00-020, tires purchased for a jeep cherokee, tire size p21575r15, dot number being with w2hl on all four tires. When driving tires loss all inflation, they went flat.no problem with tread seperation. Please provide any further details.
In july of 1999, i experienced heavy vibration (not felt in the steering wheel) and loud pounding noises on the vehicle undercarriage.i was at freeway speed pulling a small motorcycle trailer (approximately 1000 lb.) north of los angeles on i-14 and had a passenger aboard who can confirm the events.we were able to stop without accident and could not immediately see any tread missing.i had the tires inspected at a winston tire store and they reported massive tread separation.i subsequently replaced the tires but retained the defective firestones. These tires are currently available for nhtsa inspection.( dot number: h4bndfa016 tire size: p235/75r15 )
On july 8, 2000 at 12 noon, the firestone tire ( front passenger side) on my 1996 ford explorer seperated while traveling at 70 mph. The force of the seperation pulled me out of the left lane into the right lane. Luckily the lane was clear and i was able to control my vehicle and pull to the shoulder. The condition of the roads were clear. The weather was sunny and hot. The incident occured on hwy 6 near navasota, tx. Although there were no injuries, there was approx. $1200.00 damage to my car. I immediately filed a claim with firestone for the damage to my car. I shipped the tire to firestone for analysis, and they have agreed to cover the damages to my car. I still have 2 remaining firestone tires on my vhecile and intend to participate in the recall recently issued by ford/firestone.( dot number: vdhl1pm455 tire size: p235 75r15 )
The right rear tread completely separated from the tire.the tire dealer who replaced the entire set said that all the tires were coming apart.the only reason we realized we had a problem was the car has a tire condition/pressure indicator and the car was riding rough.my husband inspected the tires on several different occasions and never noticed the tread separating.i also took my car to a tire dealer on two separate occasions when i first noticed the light indicator.the tire dealer never noticed the tread coming apart either.we only realized we had a problem when the ride became very rough.my husband changed the tire and placed the spare on the car until i could get to the tire dealer.( dot number: 95s tire size: p205/70r15 )
Driver eastbound on s.r. 202, left rear tire detreads, vehicle veered to left into median, rolled four times, landing on wheels in median.both air bags deployed.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
My three other tires were also separating and were replaced.i am still waiting for firestone to pay me for my medical and eight months loss time from work and vehicle rental.they had reimbursed me approximately $2,700.00 only for damage to my explorer.the tires they had replaced i believe now has a recall according to the new reports of 5-21-01.if you can give me some assistance it would be greatly appreciated. (dot number: w2hl1pm135tiresize: p235/75r15)
On april 20, 1999 i had my 45,00 mile service performed at a local ford dealership in dallas, tx on our '95 ford explorer xlt.during that service visit the technician noted the steel core exposed on the left rear tire; after close examination of the defective tires it was noted that it appeared that the tire had blistered and burst the outer core.since this was well before (16 months ago) the firestone axt recall our only recourse was to place the tire(s).in a effort to not put myself or family at risk we elected to "bit- the-bullet" and purchased a complete set of new michelin tires at sam's wholesale store.i wish to be reimbursed along with the other customers who are offered replacement tires or being reimbursed for tires purchased after january 1, 2000.i feel that i was was victimized by firestone's misjudgment, but unfortunately at this time do not fall within there 'specified window' of replacement or reimbursement policy guidelines.any help you can provide me would be appreciated.i have contacted both ford motor company and bridgestone-firestone and have been passed on from phone number to phone number to no avail.i am very frustrated with both ford & firestone as to how they have handled this unfortunate situation with the general public as well as myself.(tiresize: p235-75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235-75r15 )
Traveling from western washington to helena montana i experienced a strong shake in my front end.i proceeded to drive home anyway as i had been gone for over a week and needed to get back to work.when i arrived home in helena i went to a alignment shop a few days after my arrival.i was told by the alignment person that my left front tire would not balance properly.after this i inspected the tire myself only to find that i could visually observe several bumps on the outside of the tire.i contacted the dealer where i had got the tires (i had only 5,000 miles on these tires), and they contacted firestone.firestone sent a replacement tire and the dealer put it on for me.the next day i heard about the recall and because of the problem i experienced with the one tire they sent me four new tires.i am satisfied that my tires were replaced, but i feel very lucky that i did not experience a blow out as i was traveling at high speeds and the tires was obviously bad.according to the dealer the cords inside the tire had ripped causing the obvious warping on the outside of the tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
With about 30,103 miles of use, the tire had a 2 inch diameter bulge in the center of the tread surface and was replaced with another atx tire at olathe ford.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Nearly killed on the 405 freeway when our tire exploded and blew out the right rear wheel well. I was completely wthout control and nearly rammed a semi truck and another smaller vehicle. All that was left of this tire was a rim of twisted steel. Firestone and ford have both been contacted and neither company has offered any hell whatsoever. What are my options now?( dot number: )
I had two early tire problem one bubble on tread area and the other a chunk 5x10 inches came off with no damage.in early summer a large seperation flap caused about $1500 damage to the lt rear quarter panel area, which firestone payed with no questions.later in august the rt. Rear seperated with a smaller flap that did about $500 damage.a claim was not submitted here as the familywas on the way to rocky pt and had no room to store the old tire.we just had to buy another atx firestone tire because the tire store wasn't a firestone store.just last month, july 2000 i had a noticable steering wheel vibration at higher speeds you guessed it, thetread was starting to bubble.i bought a used firestone atx from the dealer that used to handle my tires.i needed to match the wear on the other tire as 4 wheel drives require equal rolling radius on all wheels.i took the old tire to the firstone company store and was told by the manager that they couldn't warrantee it because that tire was no longer available.that i concider to be an intentionally miss leady statement when a total recal come out two weeks later.i was never offered a subtitute for tires!i also have a spare that hasn't been on the ground in years, since the earlyest tire problem.this tire is checked, pealing and has pea sized voids in that have fallen from the tread area.my guess is that this is caused be the high rad heat in the local and is guarenteed not from of road use.i decided to right this because on the tv news tonight there wasa segment werein it was stated that there haven't been that many complaints.well--- phooey!not everybody complains, if a set of tire cost me a weeks take home pay i'd complain hard.i think a lot of better off people (or yuppie stagecoach drivers) just think oh well bad luck and buy more tires.i do hate to get screwed though.iv'e been waiting two weeks now for acceptable atx type tires that will run on a little snow or ice. Look deeper.
At approximately 11;30 p.m. May 28, 1999,as we were traveling along interstate 10, just outside of tallahassee ,florida, my explorer suddenly veered toward the left abruptlly. A loud crashing sound was heard from the right rear of the vehicle. Pulling the car on the shoulder of the road, my wife and i checked to see what had happened. Much to our surprise there was nothing left to the right rear tire except shreds of a radial tire. Lucky for us , that at the time of the problem, i was driving and not my wife, as she would have never been able to manuever during the problem. Also there was no one in the right lane due to the late hour. With great problem, we changed the tire and arrived at our destination quite shaken up. After further examination of the tire and the vehicle the next morning, we realized that there had been much damage to the underpanels of the car. I must note, that at the time we were trailering a wave runner . So you can imagine how difficult it was to keep the vehicle and the boat on the road. After returning home, i went to firestone , a which time i was told that they could do nothing for me. I purchased 2 new tires to replace the back tires from firestone. One year later , almost to the exact date, we were again visiting in the tallahassee area, and on our way home the car began to shake. After going through the ordeal the last time, we quickly pulled over to check the tires and sure enough the same thing was starting to happen again. We changed the tire and came home. The very next day we replaced all the tires on the vehicle but not with firestone tires. I must mention that there was a total of $920 worth of damage done to the explorer during the may 1999 accident. There was no damage done during the latest shredding because i knew what was happening again. I am quite upset with the fact that nothing was done for me last year or this year ecept a denial on firestones part. My family could have been seriously hurt, not once but twice.
Tread on rear left atx tire stripped off on texas highway at approx. 75 mph in july, 1999, causing '93 ford explorer to fishtail violently and almost flip over--stripped tire tread lashed suv body, causing approx. $4,000 in damage.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
When driving between phoenix and flagstaff the tread separated from the tire.initially the tread did not separate completely and caused susbtantial damage to the left rear of the ford explorer.( dot number: )
Tire literally blew apart causing vehicle to veer into median, ruining the rim.( dot number: tire size: 235x15/75 )
When i bought my ford explorer used in 1997 with 39,000 miles on it the tires were bloated out of shape and the vehical shook violently at any speed above 35 mph. I replaced the tires because they were extremely dangerous. Then the tires were re-called. I contacted firestone and they told me they would not reimburse me for the tires because i did not save them after they were removed and i could not prove i ever had them. Now i have a recall for the spare tire(which is the origional firestone atx defective tire. I contacted firestone by email with this fact and firestone is ignoring me. Please let me know what i need to do now that i have the proof that firestone demanded that they sold me defective tires.thanks,john ulrich.
I just received a notice from bridgestone firestone on a tire recall from years ago.i bought a new mazda navajo in 1993 and it had firestone atx tires.they failed way before any recall so i replaced them at my cost with the same.these tires failed also so i replaced them with something else.2 sets (10 tires) at my cost.when the recall came out i got nothing.in fact, i didn't even own the vehicle anymore.my complaint is...when it takes so long to identify a problem, what about the people who had problems before the recall?they can find me 10 years later, but why don't i have any recourse to get compensated for risking my life and paying out of pocket?
While i was driving down the road at about 55 mph, i heard an explosion and realized it was my vehicle.i was able to pull to the side of the freeway on the three tires and the rim of the forth.the tire blew out all around the seam.pieces from 3 to 4 inches blew out of the tire on to the freeway.someone from aaa came and changed the tire for me.i initially took the vehicle to the cutter ford dealer in aiea, but they could not find any replacement tires.they referred me to the firestone dealer at 98-141 kamehameha hwy, aiea, hi 96706.the firestone dealer was able to replace the blown out tire and one additional tire.i am now on a waiting list to have the other three tires replaced.the firestone dealer had no idea when the other tires will come in.this is the second blowout that i have had this year with the same brand and type of tire.it is now very disturbing and scary to drive the ford explorer as i constantly am in fear that another tire will blow out.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe00020, original equipment on 1994 explorer, tire size p23575r15, all tires are experiencing bubbles on the outside of the tread, and steel was coming out of the tire,which may result in a crash.please provide further information.
I own a 1994 ford explorer.on or about 1996 i began experiancing a vibration in the vehicle at high speeds, above 55mph.i took my vehicle to a local firestone dealer and had the front end aligned and the tires rotated and balanced.this only slightly reduce the vibration problem.i return the vehicle to firestone and had them recheck the alignment and balance and i was told that the alingment was fime.firestone told me to check with ford to see if there were any technical service bullettens related to vibration at high speed.i called ford and spoke with their service manager who told me there was a tsb related to vibration in explorers at high speeds.i took my exploer to a ford dealer the next day to have it checked out.i was told there was a tsb related to the vibration and that ford had a fix.the fix involved replacing the moter mounts with modified moter mount and also modifications to the rear shock mounts.i was told that since my vehical had exceeded 50,000 miles that i would have to pay for the fix , which amounted to over $700 in parts and over $200 in labor.i also notice when i veiwed the tsb on the computer screen that it only applied to model up to 1996. I told the service manager that i felt ford should replace the parts for free and that i felt it was a safty concern.he told me i would have to pay for the modification.i called ford's 800 number and expressed my concern a regesterd a complaint.since the much publicized recall of the firestone tires and reading some of the fireston/ford explore "bad match" articles in the news papers i began to think that the firestone tires were not entirely to blame for the problems.i have drive my vehical for over six years now and have had the orignal firestone atx tires replaced three times and the vehicalhas awaysvibrated at high speeds.i feel ford should be required to repair the vehical without charge to the owner.please contact if you have any question concerning this matter.
Shortly after the vehicle was purchasedit was determined that the tire were separating and had bulges on thetread with uneven wear. I still have one of the tires as a spare. (dot number: w2hl1motiresize: p235/75r15)
People today move all the time.what if we move to a warm climate years from now and our tire fail then?we're out of luck!!!( dot number: )
Both rear tires threw entire tread at same time on broad street while going 35 mph. No major damage or injuries; can only speculate what would've happened at high speed. Replaced, but now heard about recall and decided to report.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )
While changing my rear brakes last friday on my ford explorer i decided to check my spare tire which happens to be a firestone atx. To my surprise the tire had actually "blown-out" and seperated while in the spare tire rack under my vehicle. This tire has not been on my vehicle since july of 1999 when i purchased four new tires and put the best looking tire in the spare tire rack. I believe someone needs to look at this tire in the rack and document this before i reomve it. This backs up ford's claim that it is the tire, not the vehicle that is at fault. You can see i have not tampered with tis tire in anyway, there are no fresh marks on the spare tire system showing the tire has not moved in many months. (dot number: b081tiresize: p235/75r15)
This happened twice to me on this vehicle. I saw the info on the firehouse.com website. Firestone replaced and paid for my damages. No safety defect mentioned in summary.( dot number: vdhl1pb054 tire size: 2357515 )
Tire blow out on interstate 45 south. Car traveled across traffic lanes.carhit cement barrier and came to stop facing oncoming traffic. Back window popped open . Pictures of tire have flap of rubber seperated from the tire.( dot number: )
I went to the tire store to have my tires rotated.the mechanic showed me two of my firestone atx radials with the tread separating from the rest of the tire.these tires showed very little wear and showed no other obvious damage.i wanted to inform you of this defect to help point out a questionable tire design.the mechanic said that i was lucky these tires did not come apart during use.i was about to start on an extended trip.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/r17 )
[xxx] was driving the toyota pickup at night with a friend following behind him in another vehicle.as he went around a corner the vehicle suddenly went out of control.he narrowly missed a telephone pole and then slid off the road over an embankment.the vehicle rolled over several times and came to a rest on its side.he was wearing his seat belt.he required several stitches to his head.he had back and chest pains.he has required numerous visits to a local chiropractor.the vehicle was totaled.the right rear firestone atx tire was shredded apart.the other tires were intact.( dot number: h4bndfa028 tire size: p235/75 )information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tire exploded, loosing its tread that damaged sheet metal & undercarriage of pu.speed was 65 mph, tire pressure 75#.explosion tore out fuel filler hose & damaged fuel sender.sheet metal and wheel shroud damage.( dot number: tire size: 145/75r16 )
Pe00-020; p23570r16, dot vo, original equipment on ford, ranger 1998 with 40,000 miles. All 4 tires have began to separate and weather cracks all aroundtire,causing vehicle to wobble and vibrate. Also, when turning cornerstires will rub. Consumer was putting 15-20 pounds of air a week.please provide further information.
Problems with firestone radial atx tire equipment.*mr*mr
On a trip home, i had a blowout on one of the firestone atx tires on my ford explorer. I was on an interstate highway, traveling about 70 mph, when the tread separated and send us on a wild ride across the interstate. We were very lucky that the vehicle came to a safe stop. I had the tire replace with the same brand, size,and type after the firestone service center assured me that these tires were safe. I was told that the separation was due to speed and highway heat.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )
Left for work at 8:40, friday 9-15.truck had been parked all night.i'd had not previous problems with vehicle.after i had backed out and moved vehicle forward, i heard a "whumping" noise over and over.i stopped the truck, got out and checked the tires.at first i thought someone had slashed a tire.i parked the vehicle and called my insurance company who in turn called a towing company to come out and change the damaged tire with a spare.the tow truck driver pointed out to me that this was belt that had seperated not a slashed tire and noticed that both the damaged tire and the other rear tire were both identical tires from firestone. I drove to an independent firestone station and was told this tire was not under the recall notice.i called another local firestone office and was told the same thing.but i've been told by co workers that this recall has been expanded to other tires than just the at, atxand wilderness series.i hope to find out if my tires are part of the defective tires sold and if they need to be replaced because of these defects.( dot number: hyhh tire size: p225/75r15 )
Pe00-020, atx 16 inch, and possibly original equipment with 40,000 mile, and with plenty of tread. Driving at 70 mph heard a loud explosion and driver's side tire tread came off,causingdamageto plastic rim wheel/ blew hood off, and disconnected wires. Tires were still inflated with air, and steel belts were exposed.there was a bubble between the steel belt and the outside.
Right rear tire peeled completely around causing loss of control slamming into the guardrail on the freeway multiple hits to left side of the car. Pinball effect.( dot number: vdhl1pm016 tire size: 235/75r15 )
Two weeks ago we brought the car to a firestone dealer for the recall.they put us on a waiting list and said not to worry, they looked at the tires and they were fine.yesterday my wife was driving on the freeway and the tire came apart.she narrowly avoided an accident as she was slowing down to exit the freeway.upon inspection, the tire had a major hole from separation, not from any foreign object.today we bought new tires because the firestone dealer still did not have any replacement tires.( dot number: tire size: p235r15 )
With all the recent reports of the firestone tires i thought it was important to report my incident to see the full scope of the problem.my wife had just exited the freeway going about 50 m.p.h. When her tire blew out. She came close to losing control of the vehicle.i remember it as being a very warm, dry afternoon because i changed the tire and i was pouring sweat. My wife did not hit anything and the tire was not punctured, it just blew out and came apart. The shop that changed the tire said they saw no puncture the tire just blew apart. This happened over a year ago, i just thought i would report it since it was similiar to the other reports of tire problems.thank you.( dot number: e4026556 ? tire size: 235/75 r15 )
While driving north on fla. Turnpike on a clear, warm morning in june, 1998 at 70 mph, the tread on my left rear tire separated from the tire (tire stayed inflated).i lost steering control, crashing into a median retaining wall at high rate of speed, resulting in physical injury to myself and total loss of my vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )
Tire blewout,causing a collision and damage tovehicle. Please provide further details.
The tire failed as my wife approached the off ramp to our house off the freeway. The tire was quite destroyed and the one on the other side was also unsafe(although the tread looked good), both were replaced and i no longer have the good tire i do have the destroyed tire. I entered the tire size by the size of the replacments my garage installed, assuming they were the same size. ( dot number: destroyed tire size: p215 75r15 )
Consumer discovered a slow leak in one of the tires (fireston atx radials) upon inspection of all the tires noticed they are cracking along the outside although the mileage of the vehicle is low.nlm
Firestone has had problems with these tires for more than just the past few years but has always refused to acknowledge the problem. When the 1st tire came apart, i was traveling down the highway with a cab-over camper on the truck and towing a motorcycle trailer. The only damage was to the rim from riding on the pavement to a stop. When the 2nd tire came apart the truck was sitting in the driveway and i was inspecting the tire .half of the skin from the left side of my face was removed, my left eye was severly abraded and the eye socket was broken, both ear drums were blown out and my cochlea (the part of the inner ear that controls balance) was permanently damaged,and my left arm and left side of my chest were badly cut. I have pictures of both tire failures and of my injured self. I contacted several lawyers at the time and was told that i had no case against firestone because i had actually used their off-road tires off-road. Both failures occurred when the tires were fairly new and low mileage. All 4 tires developed problems within a month of purchase.( dot number: tire size: 33x12r16.5 )
Tire blow-out on 2 yr old car with 32,000 miles with no apparent reason. Immediately replaced tires, with michelins at cost of $500.still have paperwork.with all the accidents and fatalities associated with these tires, has there been a class action suit filed against ford and firestone?if not, what is my recourse for recovery of money spent now that problem with these tires have been surfaced by other motorists. Thanks, r. Vaughan.....p.s. Please give my regards to general wykle.( dot number: unk tire size: p235/75r15 )
No summary listed for above vehicle. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Replacement of firestone tire (subject to subsequent recall) in mid 1999 due to rough ride caused by bubbling.firestone unwilling to provide reimbursement.( dot number: )
Total tire mileage 32,040, tires purchased 7-18-96, outside temp approx. 90f, total drive time prior to failure approx. 1 hour, inflation of 45psi,tread sepatated and tire deflated causing rapid and severe pull to left causing vehicle to enter median, extremely difficult to maintain directional control of vehicle. (dot number: vdw8axc166tiresize: lt26575r16)
I had 9 flats and 2 sidewall failure within 3,000 miles, i when to the ford dealer and was told i needed to go to firestone dealer, i wanted to get the tires adjusted, because the tires was to prong to punchure (to soft). I got no help from either dealer. I talked to a firestone rep. What a total waste of time. I purchased 4 new cooper tires( dot number: tire size: p215/75r15 )
Tread separated from tire during normal use on interstate, causing vehicle to swerve and become difficult to control. As the tread was separating, it flapped against the rear fenderwell and caused damaged to the bumper, trim and rear fender.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
The tire that is mentioned in this complaint, came apart while i was driving causing my 1996 ford explorer to go off-road and summer-sault several times...landing upright. My insurance company had an engineer inspect the tire and it was found to be defective. Unfortunately, i have been unable to get a response from firestone, ford and the nhtsa. The problem is that the tire size is not the one being re-called. The same thing happened to my tire that has been described by others.....why can't someone respond back to me ? thank you for your time.( dot number: tire size: 30950r15 )
I had these tires as original equipment on my ford f-150 truck and two years ago, both of the back tires literally detonated in separate incidents about three months apart. In each case it beat the heck out of the wheel-well and quarter-panel area and smashed the tailpipe and and gas filler necks shut along with battering the back of the quarter-panel up about 8-10 inches along with tearing out the splash guards in the wheel well.the tire tread was completely gone from the tire casing in both cases.( dot number: )
While driving on the intown interstate, the rear left tire seperated, causing severe damage to the left side of the vehicle.i contacted firestone at the time with delivery of the actual tire per their request.we later received a letter stating their opinion of the cause of separation was no related to manufacture defect.although, appox. 30% usable tread was left on tire.as a safe driver i was able to control my vehicle at this time without causing damage to others.my vehicle sustained body damage to the left side.we have read the current articles relating to this brand & make of tire and feel this to be the same problem that firestone denied at the time of our claim.we still have our claim forms and information from the incedent. Please let us enter our claim in this current event.thank you( dot number: unknown tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tire separtion caused a roll over accident. Tires checked 2/25/2000 by mechanic and ok'd.major injury was severing of 4 fingers on the left hand of the driver. Two children and another adult passenger were inthe back seat and sustained cuts and bruising and psychological trama even still.( dot number: )
Tire exploded while driving on highway.( dot number: tire size: p235/75-15 )
Left front firestone atx tire blew out (1 foot hole) causing loss of control resulting in accident and injury to consumer.*mjs
While my tire size is not included in the current firestone recall, cracks are clearlly visible along the side of the tread of all four tires.i am very concerned.( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )
I had leased the vehicle new from 6/94-6/96.bought out the lease at the end of it.was driving north on i-95.my friend was driving.began crossing the savannah river bridge.heard a loud noise and "thump" at rear of car.it skidded out of control and slammed against the left side of the bridge.that threw the car heading across the bridge towards the other side.we were hit by an 18-wheel semi-trailer which threw us, caused us to spin, roll, then the car slid on it's right side another 100 yards down the bridge.all 3 passengers were wearing seatbelts and survived.the car was totaled.ing( dot number: )
Firestone dealer will sell no firestone tires toconsumer, but will not replace themunder recall.there are no firestone tires available in consumer's area.
This incident occurred twice -- once on the original firestone atx tires and then again on the replacement atx tires i bought to replace the originals. Both times a blowout of the entire sidewall. I no longer own this automobile.( dot number: )
When i purchased my new 1994 ford explorer, it wasn't long before i began to notice that the front end shook. No else but me drove the explorer so i chalk it up to driving a utility vehicle. I continued to drive without any undue stress, however, i began to notice that all the tires began to separate. I could see the chrome steel belt between the treat and the side wall. I used to apply armoral to the tires so thought maybe the sun was cracking the tires. As time when on, the front continue to shake as well as the interior of my veh. For the most part i would drive from the central valley of ca. To los angeles to see my family otherwise my explorer got little miles locally.all of the tires had to be eventually replaced (my cost), but the first tire began to separate and i took it to replace it at a firestone dealer, "tire world" in merced ca. I told tire world that the front end was shaking and that the tire began to separate. Tire world told me that the one tire needed to be replaced and that it could not be prorated because of the uneven wear. They also told me that the front end needed new cams. I replaced the tire and had the explorer front and rear aligned. The front end continued to shake but there was no unusal wear to the new front tire. However, the other front tire also began to separate during a trip from chowchilla to los angeles. While passing through bakersfield,ca, a large portion of the older front tire fell off. I had to immediatelypull off the freeway and put on the spare tire (same) i continued my journey and replaced the damaged/separated tire at firestone dealer, "tire station" in whittier. I replaced the one tire. I know had two new front tires, however the front end cont. To shake because the interior console would shake as i drove down the road. Over time, the rear two tires were more pronounced andbegan to separate. On 11/12/00 i returned to "tire world" and had the other two tires replaced. (tiresize: p235/75r15)
1989, chevrolet, blazer2 aftermarket tires had small cracks. Firestonecenter checked the tires & offered to replace all 4tires at $50 a piece.tire size p205//5r15 dot# starts with vd.
In june of 1999 i was traveling down i15 when i heard my explorer making funny thumping noises.i pulled off at the next exit and parked my car.i didn't know what it was so i let the car sit for a while in case it was something in the engine, i also got out and looked at the tires.this same noise had happened to us less than a year ago while traveling down the highway in aug. Of 1998 with the driver's side rear tire.i did not see any bulge on any of the tires so i decided to proceed down the road and if the noise persisted i was going to pull off again and call my father to come and get me.i was not on the road for a mile when the passenger side rear tire blew and i "fish-tailed"for a while untill the tire wrapped around the axel which took me into the median where i rolled twice.the police did come to the site and i was not cited for the incident because there was no way to avoid the incident.we notified our insurance company and they sent out what they called a "tire expert".the insurance company told us that this tire expert informed them that there was no reason the tire should have blown.this car was totaled beyond repair, so we had to accept the fact that we have been without a car for over a year.luckily we do have another car which we use to get to and from work.we also do have pictures of the tire and the vehicle after the accident.i unfortunately do not have the vin # on me but probably could find it if i need it.please keep me informed of any updated news or if you have any questions call me.thank you-kristie heaton( dot number: )
Both tires experienced tread seperation.the left front went first.bending the chrome on my frunt bumper and scraping the paint off of the left front fender( dot number: tire size: 31x10r15 )
On feb 12 2000, something happened to the front (driver side) tire - itbuckled off the rim. The accident happened on a curve at the top of a hill. Because of the curve the travel speed was around 20 to 25 miles an hour.the tire came off the rim, my son could not control the truck,the truck hit an embankment, and the truck rolled over. We contacted our insurance company (nationwide),they took the truck to a recovery /loss center.we asked if some one would investigate why the tire would have come off the rim and they said tires blow out all the time. We were happy no one was hurt and accepted the answer. But every day i hear more about the recall on the firestone tires and i am concerned there are other problems, besides the tread separation. I do not believe the tire had tread separation. But i also believe we were very lucky the accident happened at a slow speed. Some one could have been seriously injured or killed if the tire would have blown out on the highway going 65.( dot number: tire size: p21575rx15 )
I was driving home from visiting friends who live about 13 miles from me on a hot sun. Afternoon on a 2-lane country road.i began to notice some sway on the curves about 1/3 of the way home.as i was driving into the city limits i realized the rear tire had gone flat but drove about 1 block so i could pull off safely.as a result the tire received some damage which made it difficult to determine the exact cause of the flat.i had it replaced at the same firestone dealer i bought it from but was puzzled because it seemed to be very chewed up for the short distance i continued to drive once i noticed the flat.the tire was one of four i bought together less than a year ago but the one which went flat was replaced before word of the problems with similar tires was publicized.i am still driving on the other 3 plus the replacement.i am very concerned because one of the tires (left front) has never held air well, in spite of taking it back for remounting, and it is once again losing air regularly which makes it difficult to keep it properly inflated.the earliest appointment i could get at another local firestone store is sept. 9.the only documentation which might be available of this event, besides my receipts, would be the aaa records when i called for assistance with changing the tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Entering freeway, tread separated from tire and knocked off molding and bent body.( dot number: tire size: 235/75-15 )
My rear tire tread peeled away( dot number: tire size: 23575r15xl )
Driving on the freeway with 3 childern in the car. The back tire lost the tread and it caused the car to spin out of control. No one was hurt and we stayed up right. There was damage to the underside of the car from the tread coming off. The light haness was damaged and the fuel tank was damaged.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/r1 )
Sent [email protected] a letter on 8/17/00 detailing problem.( dot number: vdh1p5328 tire size: 235-75-15 )
While traveling and without any indication tires had a blow out . Tires are not part of recall. Please provide further information.
Tire blown out, did not hit anything, tire still in my posession( dot number: tire size: 235 75r 15 )
Tire shredded.did not deflate.tread totally departed.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
Traveling off sanibel island and accelerating to 50 mph, i heard a loud thud and slapping at the rear of the car as if i had run over something. I pulled to the side and discovered that the rear passenger side tire had shreaded. The tire was still inflated but the tread had separated, tearing off the rear wheel guard and the driver's side running board. The driver's rear side was also dented. Since i had just accelerated to 50, i did not lose control of the car and no other vehicles were hit by the flying debris. We changed the tire and drove to the nearest firestone dealer to replace that tire and the other rear tire. They did not inform us of existing problems with the atx and sold us two new atx tires. After we arrived at our destination -- which was a family reunion out of town -- we discovered the problems with accidents related to firestone tire tread separation which had resulted in accidents and even fatalities. Upon return home we went to the firestone store and they took the two atx tires back and replaced them with bridgestones. The body damage estimate is $1,100. We still have two front atx tires and a spare and are waiting to see if a recall is put in place for those.( dot number: )
Vehicle experienced two tire blowouts due to defective firestone atx tires prior torecall(00t-005), consumer is requesting reimbursement.*mjsdealer refused to honor the nationally issued recall and replacement of tires.p235-75-r15 *db
I have had two blowouts on these tires --- the most recent at high speed on the interstate.in the two years i have had this car, i have replaced all tires! ( dot number: )
Consumertook car to firestone, dealer replaced all 3 tires except one.dealer told consumer it was not worn enough to be changed. Oxford tire center in oxford ms.
Two tires failed internaly, reported to dealer, rotated to rear, further reviewe on my part decided to replace with non-firestone( dot number: )
No injury major firestone oem explorer failure( dot number: tire size: 225/65sr15 )
2 blowouts in 7 months!!!. ( dot number: tire size: org eq frd )
When we bought this truck in 1988, the original tires were firestones. At about 44,000 miles, i had to replace them due to the peeling that was taking place. It had peeled enough to expose a layer of white underneath. I still have the original firestone spare tire, which i used only once. I have heard that the problems went back to 1991, i contest that, it goes back to 1988. Enclosing, i had bought goodyears to replace them, and they lasted me 56,000 miles. Fortunate, i did not have a accident due to tire failure. Thank you for your time.( dot number: tire size: lt22575r16 )
Consumer went to firestone service & was deniedfree service sayingtires were okay. Serviceman said said firestone will not give a statement & don't hold responsibilty. Vehicle was not put up on a rack/ moved or anything. They took 4 seconds to get on the ground to look at each tire & said they were okay.
3 years ago, i was returning from houston tx when the tread on the left front tire of my dodge ram charger peeled off.fortunetally, the pieces of the tire went under the truck and out the back.when i stopped and checked the tire, it was inflated yet missing all of the tread minus the walls.there was no serious damage, nor am i looking for any compensation.but given the current investigation regarding firestone tires, i felt it couldn't hurt to submit this.i am not sure how old the tires were when we bought the truck in 1996 (used).after the incident, i replaced all the tires (spare included) with brand new *cough* firestone tires, and sold the truck in april.( dot number: )
Rear tire suddenly blew off while cruising at 70mph along i-75 bridgeport, michigan. Car then swerved erratically. Thanks god i was driving on the right lane and able to control the car and pulled over to the shoulder. Almost got an accident.please investigate thoroughly as i heard reported deaths with similar incidents. I want full reimbursement of my expenses from firestone. Thank you. ( dot number: )
These tires were new from a firestone dealer in temple texas , they both blew with in 200 miles of being installed and folded both sides of the bed of my truck . This is not a recent problem with firestone tires . Before this i had 4 new firestone 721 radials shuck the tread also . Thank god i was in an older full sized truck both times . Pleasw look father back than 1991 , how many people died because of firestones lack of quality control as well as the pocket book being more important than thier customers . I was told with these tires i must hace run over something in the road and didn not have road hazzard warranty so i was out the money for 6 tires and the price of repairs to my trucks . I know better , these tires did just what they do now , the tread seperating and blowing out . Feel free to call me if you need any further information. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tire had become flat and noticed significant wear but assumed that it had been punctured by a sharp object but never considered product failure.a new atx tire was bought to replace the old one at a firestone dealership.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
The right rear firestone atx wilderness tire blewout due to tread separation resulting in vehicle rollover accident which caused death.(attorney for consumer) *mjs
On 8/15/97 we were travelling west on i-40 between winslow, az and flagstaff, az when our rear passenger tread came flying off our tire.fortunately, my husband was able to safely control the vehicle, reduce our speed and pull off the highway.we examined the damage, there was some small amount of body damage, but the tire, still inflated, had no tread. We removed the tire, replaced it with the spare and made our way slowly to flagstaff where we found a discount tire co. And had the damagedtire replaced, not with firestone tire,and we continued on our way to las vegas the next day.in november we took our vehicle to discount tire to have the other 3 tires replace and were told that they all showed tread separation and we were lucky.currently, we have one of those firestone tires as a spare as it showed the least to no separation.the dot # i provided is from the spare.i do not have the number off of the actual defective tire.no reports filed since there was, thankfully, no serious accident.i have receipts from both tire purchases and one from ford stating that we didn't have matching tires since we'd replaced the one, so they couldn't do the alignment requested that we thought was why the suv pulled to the right so drastically.we were told, by discount tire co. Rep., that it could have been due to the separation the other tires were experiencing.we feel very fortunate after learning of the recall.we had never heard of that type of tire separation before and the tires appeared to be in great shape!they weren't all that old nor worn.this was our first trip in this vehicle.it was frigheningbut we chalked it up to a blowout type of incident and did not report it.the slight body damage has since been taken care of too.( dot number: w2hl1m0083 tire size: p235/75r15 )
The contact owns a 1993 ford explorer equipped with firestone tires, tire line atx, and line size p235/75r15. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the tread of the rear driver side tires separated. As a result, she lost control of the vehicle and flipped over. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed and four passengers had minor injuries. The tires were not the original tires. The vin was not available.the failure mileage was 100,000.
On 2 seperate occassions, an original rear firestone atx tires' tread peeled off resulting in 2 seperate accidents.both of the incidents happened while the auto was being driven at a high rate of speed during hot days in southern california.during the first incident, 5 people were riding in the vehicle which almost rolled.thankfully, traffic on the fwy was extremely lightand we were able to avoid a collision and get the vehicle to the side of the road.all 5 passengers endured extreme mental anguish that prevented them from continuing their travel.we contacted firestone who would not admit any defect with the tire, but did pay for the damage to the vehicle.however, we were very suspicous of the tires at that time since it seemed so unlikely that a tire would do that.so we asked to have all tires replaced.firestone rejected our request.approximately 6 months later the other rear tires' tread peeled off under the same conditions.again, no one was seriously injured.firestone however refused to replace that tire as well as any of the other tires.now that the news of this product defect is arising everything is starting to make sense.we feel both angry and betrayed by firestone that they had this information available, refused to fix the problem when it was so apparent on our vehicle, and knowingly put my entire family's lives in jeapordy.we intend to file suit against firestone.( dot number: tire size: 16 )
Pe00-020; p23575r15, original equipment on ford, explorer, 1993 with 40,000 miles. Consumer experienced 2 calastrophic failures of the rear tires, they totally disintegrated. Also, in rainy conditionsvehicle will hydroplane, there is no placefor water to come out.when driving over small road bumps and small pot holesfront end will bounce andit will slide slightly.rubber is too hardfor the road.
Tires blewout at highway speeds, causingvehicle to rollover, totallingvehicle. Please provide further details.
Monday, august 21st at approximately 0700 i was traveling south on interstate 680 at approximately 55 mph during morning rush hour when the left rear tire blew out.i contacted the california highway patrol freeway service patrol from call box cc 680 227 for assistance.the freeway service patrol arrivedat 0713 and i was assisted by mr. J. Leary, a freeway service patrol employee.( dot number: vdhf f3a tire size: p215/75r15 )
The vehicle experienced failure of the firestone atx tire causing loss of control and vehicle rollover, ejecting the consumer and resulted in death.*mjs
1.the first blowout occurred on june 3, 1998, on interstate 80 just several miles east of the town of fernley, nevada.the vehicle had less than 5,000 miles at the time of the first tire failure.there were a total of two (2) passengers, including the driver, in the vehicle at the time of the tire failure.the vehicle was traveling at approximately 75 miles per hour at the time of the incident.the tire that failed was the left (drivers) rear. 2.the second blowout occurred on july 23, 1999, on a maintained gravel road near the town of jarbidge located in northern elko county, nevada.the vehicle had less than 10,000 miles at the time of the second tire failure.there were three (3) passengers, including the driver, in the vehicle at the time of the tire failure.the vehicle was traveling at approximately 45 miles per hour at the time of the incident.the tire that failed was again the left (drivers) rear that was the spare tire from the previous incident.3.the third blowout (tread separation?) occurred on august 25, 1999, on a well-maintained gravel road near the old mining town of berlin and the ichthyosaur state park located in ione valley, nye county, nevada.the vehicle had less than 12,000 miles at the time of the third and fourth tire failures.a fourth tire failed within one (1) hour of the first on the same road.there were a total of four (4) passengers, including the driver, in the vehicle at the time of both tire failures. No one was injured in any of these incidents. The vehicle was traveling at approximately 45 miles per hour at the time of the incidents.the third tire that failed was again the left (drivers) rear.the fourth was the right rear tire. (tiresize: p225/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )
At 11:00 am on wednesday, august 9, bridgestone/firestone (firestone) and ford announced jointly that firestone will recall approximately 14.4 million tires that contain a safety-related defect. (most of the tires in question were original equipment on ford vehicles, primarily the ford explorer, although a small number were used as original equipment on other manufacturers' vehicles, and they have been used as replacement tires on a wide variety of models.)( dot number: tire size: 75 r15 )
While driving the consumer braked the vehicle, upon braking the firestone atx tires on the left hand side of the vehicle exploded causing the vehicle to go into a tail spin and rollover, injury to consumer as a result of tire failure.*mjs
Tire blew on freeway in fast lane.lucky to be alive with no injuries or damage to vehicle..( dot number: tire size: f235/75 15 )
Tread came unattached from tire.( dot number: tire size: 215r75 )
This happened about 2 years ago i was out of town and at the time i was'nt able to keep the tire so i was'nt able to file a claim with firestone since they said i must have the tire in my possession. The tire tread seperated from the left front tire tearing the molding from the side of my vechial. I now own a 1999 explorer sport with wilderness at tires and i don't feel their safe decatur or not.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
I would like to know what you are going to do about the saftey issues of this tire. A report was broadcast on the news yesterday about the hazards of this tire which came with our explorer. It was mentioned that ford had to replace the defective tires in all countries except the usa. I contacted ford and their comment was that they were looking into it. I want a recall.no safety defect mentioned.( dot number: tire size: p23575r14m )
On april 20, 1999 i had my 45,00 mile service performed at a local ford dealership in dallas, tx on our '95 ford explorer xlt.during that service visit the technician noted the steel core exposed on the left rear tire; after close examination of the defective tires it was noted that it appeared that the tire had blistered and burst the outer core.since this was well before (16 months ago) the firestone axt recall our only recourse was to place the tire(s).in a effort to not put myself or family at risk we elected to "bit- the-bullet" and purchased a complete set of new michelin tires at sam's wholesale store.i wish to be reimbursed along with the other customers who are offered replacement tires or being reimbursed for tires purchased after january 1, 2000.i feel that i was was victimized by firestone's misjudgment, but unfortunately at this time do not fall within there 'specified window' of replacement or reimbursement policy guidelines.any help you can provide me would be appreciated.i have contacted both ford motor company and bridgestone-firestone and have been passed on from phone number to phone number to no avail.i am very frustrated with both ford & firestone as to how they have handled this unfortunate situation with the general public as well as myself. (tiresize: p235-75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235-75r15 )
My son had a blow out while traveling home from virginia.first the passenger side rear loss the tread and damaged the rear quarter panel.after having a tow truck replace the tire with the spare he had another blow out lossing the tread on the driver side rear causing damage to that side quarter panel.he then need to be towed to a tire dealer to replace the tire since the spare was anready used.this occured within about 200 miles of each other.the final incident occured near jupiter fl.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
No summary( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tire blew out on 6-month old vehicle--highway driving, nearly caused collision and ruined tire.( dot number: )
No summary( dot number: tire size: 235/75r-15 )
The tire seperated on the freeway at approx.65mph. The highway patrol did stop and talk to us. When the tire seperated it did damage to the right front fender and under carriage of front bumper. Ireplaced the 2 front tires that day as the other tire was questionable. I replace like for like on the tires not knowing of any problems with said tires. This year i again had a problem and replaced 2 more firestones this time i bought remington tires. 3 days later a recall of the firestone tires was announced. I have talked to magic ford and they feel it is not their problem. I have talked to firestone and because i did not keep the first 2 tires with separation they say that is not their problem. Had i known a recall would happen i would have kept the bad tires. I did take pictures of the tires and damage to car but firestone didn't seem to care.i am now out of pocketfor 5 firestone tires and front end damage on my car. Do i have anyrecourse?( dot number: tire size: p235-75r15 )
Felt sudden vibration @ 55mph.immediately began to slow.do not know at what speed, but suddenly loud noise and felt like blowout.at halt found it was just the cap gone.checked with firestone dealer.told no adjustment.brought new tire.( dot number: tire size: p215 )
No summary( dot number: tire size: 31x10.5 )
Vehicle has had continued problems with the front end vibrating at speeds of 55 mph to 65 mph, several repairs completed (front end alignment and wheel bearing and tire replacements due to wear), however tsb 96-4-15,96-4-16,96-4-17 all describe the front end suspension shake, consumer believes that this problem in conjunction with the tire issue has caused the numerous incidents. *mjs
Tire failure-blowout in apr 2000 while in-route to florida. Approximately 20,000 miles on tire; tire pressure checked regularly at 26 psi. No injuries as tire was on rear of vehicle even though traveling at 60 mph.( dot number: tire size: 235x75x15 )
On 9-12-99, at approximately 4:30pm, my wife was driving her explorer at approximately 70 mph on the beltway 8 in houston.the left rear tire shredded and had a blow out.she then lost control of the auto.the auto turned right and traveled toward the right hand concrete barrier.she frantically turned the steering wheel, and just before hitting the barrier, she was able to turn the car to the left.the car then did "360's" careening across all the lanes of the toll way.the car stopped parallel to the left concrete barrier, approx. 12" from the barrier.a harris co. Constable stopped and had the car towed, due to the damage to the left rear of the car.we advised machaik ford that they should pay for replacing the tire, due to ongoing problems with the tires.service manager mary stated "we are not aware of any problems with the tires."she was told the matter would be referred to my attorney.at that point, i asked that the tire be put inside my car and my spare put on.when i picked up the car, no one at mak haik had any idea where my tire was.nobody knew what had happened to it.i feel they intentionally hid evidence on my tire problem, after i advised them an attorney would be involved.( dot number: )
I tried to contact firestone in 1999 about the problem and again in 2000. I was denied a request for reimebusment because the failures were prior to the recall. I do have all my paperwork relating to this matter. (tiresize: 235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: 235/75r15 )
This ford explorer 1998 is equipped with the firestone atx tire size 16. Consumer noticed that all four tires are starting to split were tread meets sidewall. The dealer has been contacted.
While away on vacation, the tire on my truck actually exploded while it was sitting in my driveway at home. The hole is about 1/4 around the circumfrence of the tire, with the steel belts frayed at the ends. I saved the tire because it looks so odd.( dot number: )
Aftermarket p23575r15, at 55 mphvehiclewill shake badly due to front two tires that developed a bulge, causing vibration. Please provide further information.
Just wanted to let ntsb know of another failure and get on record. Cool weather, not speeding. Firrestone refused to honor the warrenty. Thnx jim( dot number: )
I had to replace my firestone tires with goodyear tires in oct 98 for a cost of $380.00 becuase my tires were defective.in jan 97 my explorer rolled off the interstate 35 during a snow storm.the cause of the accident is unknown, but i do know that the car lost contact with the surface.the total property damages was $6000.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
One tire bubbled and was replaced, pro-rated.firestone declined the claim since it was in 1999.another tire then blewout on the freeway and the remaining four were replaced.firestone has not responed regarding the claim on these four tires yet. (dot number: vdhlim0144tiresize: p235/75r15)
On a clear day with only one other car within sight , in the afternoon our pathfinder was inexplicably drawn sideways off the highway and was out of control.we traveled for quite a distance on the grassed area which was lightly snow covered and continued closely by the tree line.my husband was a truck driver and was able to keep us from hitting the trees but we slid over a dip in the terrain that sent our vehicle flying through the air and after landing my husband was able to bring it to rest in a ditch after hitting a cement culvert.we found we had a blown tire in the rear and the front tire exploded on impact with the culvert.the front right of the vehicle sustained damage.all of us were in seatbelts.our son did not get hurt(he was in the back seat and i had my body turned trying to hold him down.the impact sent my right hand side flying into the front dash and door.i sustained considerable injury to my right hand shoulder and arm and was out of work and in physical therapy for months.my husband was also thrown around considerably.to this day we have no idea and the police could not pinpoint any reason for this crash other than a defective tire.we thought the design in the pathfinder might be faulty and i did report this incident to the nhtsa in feb/march of that year.we have since gotten rid of the pathfinder as our son was terrified to travel in it.the vehicle itself held up well in the crash and we consider ourselves lucky to have been in such a well made vehicle.we have since purchased a newer pathfinder and have had no problems.however the tires from the previous pathfinder are on my father-in-laws chevy truck and we are concerned about a defect in the manufacture of the tire.this recent recall has caused us to think about that accident and we firmly believe we had defective tires.( dot number: tire size: atxp70 )
My vehicle did a 360 on the highway.there was no cause.the adjuster determined there was a defect in my tire so i had to replace a tire.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )
Tire tread delamination.dealer notified only through dealership's paint &body shop.( dot number: vhdl1pm156 tire size: p23575r15 )
Driving on cool day on mass. Pike east of sturbridge exit.tire separation. Heard thumping prior to sudden flat.sidewall blew out.tread came off in streams.tires were new when vehicle was purchased.( dot number: tire size: 235/75 )
There were new firestone tires on my explorer when i purchased it in 1998. I had to replace the tires just before a trip because it was noticed that the tread had separated to the degree that two of the tires would not longer hold air!i replaced them with another brand of tire - then a few months later firestone recalled the tires i had (i still have the spare).i applied for reimbursement, however they refuse to pay because i got them replaced with a competitors tire and prior to the recall.the very real issue here is had i not noticed the problem with the tires prior to my car trip things could have turned out very differently for me and my family.i have documentation from firestone, ford, the dealer i purchased the car from and the the dealer where i replaced the firestone tires - but firestone still refuses to acknowledge that i had the faulty tires or reimburse me for them because they were replaced prior to the recall. I would urge that the recall be widened because i don't think i can be the only person that this has happened to.thank you.(tiresize: pt23575r15)( dot number:tire size: pt23575r15 )
Damages were paid by firestone. No safety defect mentioned in summary.( dot number: tire size: 245-75r-16 )
I was driving on a highway going through the middle of town.there are numerous stoplights so i was only going about 30mph.at this time, my car began pulling to the right.i pulled over expecting a flat tire.what i discovered was a flat right front tire; however, the steel cable threads were showing through where the tread was wearing off.the entire tire had begun to come off the rim.the front left tire was also showing signs of the same problem--the tread was coming off and you could see the steel wire cable coming through.( dot number: tire size: 225-70-15 )
Had been doing some local residential driving for about15 minutes, stopped for shopping about 30 minutes then enteredi 75. After about 5/10 minutes i noticed the steering was'nt acting as normal, i mention this to my wife, this all lasted 3/5 seconds, then started to lose control, reduced speed got over to the shoulder of the interstate and changed to my spare. Took the damaged tire back to discount tire where i purchased and ask what cause this blowout since i could'nt find anything in the tire. He said probably something in the road( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
On the road while driving from jacksonville,fl. To norman,ok. On 12 apr. 95 i noticed a thumping vibration from the rear of my ford explorer. Following a visual inspection of the wheels i determined the vibration was caused by a swelling of the threaded surface of the left rear tire. Nearing our destination my partner and i decided to drive on into oklahoma and have the vehicle inspected at the nearest ford dealership since it was still under warranty. On apr 14th reynolds ford of norman,ok referred me to firestone mastercare car service in norman,ok. The tires were then balanced and rotated and it was recommended i have the shocks replaced which i did with the top of the line shocks.the problem persisted on the return trip to jacksonville and continued to worsen. Having been bounced back and forth between ford and firestone neither claiming responsibility for the tire problem nor able to fix it , i decided to replace the tires bf goodrich and have had no tire problems since. I feel like i've gotten the run a round about my atx tires and should have been compensated for tires and shocks not to mention the time wasted and the exposure to a hazardous condition had the tire exploded during high speed driving on my return trip from oklahoma. I was led to believe that my tires were ok and that the problem was merely an out of balance tire probably caused by bad shocks.they completely ignored the swelling at high temperature while driving at interstate speeds.( dot number: )
Repeated trips for balancing,alignement, newball joints, bushings, u-joints..finally replaced tires with other brand,problems resolved...but i'm p.o.'d at expenses incurred. (tiresize: 225r15)( dot number: tire size: 225r15 )
For no apparent reason vehicle pulled to the right slamming it into side of bridge ripping off front right wheel and axle overturning for exployer. Police has no explanation so they blamed it on driver error. (dirver was 16 - so they naturally found it her fault).have pictures of auto and tires from insurance company as they totaled vehicle. The tires on vehicle were only 3 months old. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving the left rear firestone atx tire (size p 235/75 r 15) experienced catastrophic tread-loss without warning causing the vehicle to go out of control, leave the road, and overturn several times.three people were severly injured and one person died in the accident.nlm
The tread came off my tire on the interstate and ripped offpieces of my car.the damage was $976 for all of it to be repaired.when i went to get a new tire firestone put another "bad" tire on my car.all five of my tires needed replacing but no one at firestone let me know this.it was told to me by another dealership.please let me know what i can do if anything about my situation.thank you.( dot number: )
On 6/6/00, while driving home with 2 carpool passengers the left rear tire disintegrated at 70 mph in 105 degree heat. The first indication that something was wrong was an extremely violent thumping from the rear. I thought at first that the driveline broke and was smashing the pavement, but then, after no more than a second, the noise stopped and the steering wheel was almost wrenched from my hands as the truck lurched severely to the left, hurtling us towards the bushes thatare the only separation from oncoming traffic on that stretch of hwy 99 near selma ca.the wheel had actually locked up for an instant as the failed tread wrapped around the axle before ripping free. In the fraction of a second it took to realize i was no longer in control of the vehicle and was probably going to crash into oncoming traffic, the tread peeled off all the way. Instantly, the noiseand violent motion stopped and i watched the tire's tread tumble into the median through the left side mirror.i noticed i had instinctivly took my foot off the gas at the first sign of trouble, and i was now cruising at 60mph with no trouble. I eased into the right lane, slowing further, thing to pull over but the truck was handling fine. Seeing an exit 1/4 mi. Ahead, i headed foritwith flashers at about 50mph. Upon stopping we were amazed to findthe left rear tire stripped of tread, but still fully inflated, (30 psi according to my guage).the shredded tire imploded my rear fender, left black gouges aboveand around the fender, and striped away the mudguard and interior of the wheel well. After changing the tire and depositing my shaken passengers at our carpool site,i went to the nearest tire dealer and bought a set of uniroyal tiger paws. They threw away the firestones and i have no record of them, but i do have a record from my local goodyear dealear when i took the truck soon after i bought it with acomplaint of a strong pull to the right. They did an alignment test and told me a be
Driver northbound on i-95. Right rear tire detreads, driver lost control, veered left into median, rolled over two times, coming to rest on wheels in southbound lanes.belted driver ejected and died at scene.( dot number: vdhlimo074 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Every tire on vehicle plus spare had to be replaced either failed or could not be balanced.( dot number: )
Vehicle has experienced two blowouts and two others had to be replaced due to tread separation (size p235/75r15)
While driving on interstate highway at approx 65mph in heavy traffic, the left rear tire, without any warning vibration/noise, peeled off the entire tread significantly damaging the left rear wheel well and decorative molding.the tire remained inflated. (tiresize: p23575r15)( dot number:tire size: p23575r15 )
I was driving down the interstate at night, aproximately 75 mph.when all of a sudden, i felt a jerk, and the vehicle was out of control.i have had flat tires in the past, and this was a completely different feel.my steering was almost inop, and breaking was almost non existant.i only thank god for looking down on me at that moment.after nearly crashing, i was able to make it over two lanes and finally come to a stop.when i inspected the tire, i had found it completely seperated in one whole piece.after removing the tire, i had to literally unrap the whole tread that had rapped around my tie rod end, and kick the other portion that was jammed in by brake. I have worked on airplanes in the usaf for the past ten years and never once experienced a tire that badly mutilated.it appeared to be a manufacturing defect.you might ask yourself how can i make that assumption?i have been working in quality assurance for the past two years in aviation, and i see manufacturing defects all the time.i have a bachelors in professional aeronautics, with a minor in aviation safety.i think you guys are making a serious mistake by only recalling atx p35/75 r15s.there is an obvious problem with more atx tires. The question is, how many lives will it take before more tire sizes are recalled.reminds me of the "blood priority". I will be taking pictures tomorrow of the damaged tire and the whole tread that was seperated.if you are interested in the pictures, i will gladly send them.i am still severely shaken up over this whole episode, so i apoligize for any typos or gramatical errors.besides, it is very hard to type in this small skinny window.i dont quite understand the rational of it.i'm sure you get thousands of complaints a day, and yet,i hope you see the severity of this issue.thank you for your time. (tiresize: p265/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r15 )
Tread peeled on highway, most likely wrapping axel.caused sudden pull to left.vehicle rolled 1 1/2 times.injuries limited to soft tissue.passenger seat fortunately empty - rider there would not have survived.( dot number: tire size: ?15 )
I was driving on interstate 20 going from augusta, ga to atlanta, ga at approximately 2:30 pm on 10-10-1998.my rear right tire evidently burst due to delamination at approximately 70 mph.from police reports and eye witnesses, my suv then flipped multiple times across the medianand landed in the oncoming traffic lane.i sustained a sever head injury and required ventilation.i was airlifted to grady hospital where i was placed on a ventilator for two days.i had incurred a basilar skull fracture and an epidural hematoma secondary to the car wreck.i "awoke" after 24 hours and was maintained in the icu for 5 days. I have since recovered but missed 4 months of medical school and have been delayed the opportunity to work for 2 years.investigators have said that the wreck was due to tire failure, which caused the car to careen out of control.i was very, very fortunate.the tires were not factory issue on the car, but were purchased later from ntw tire center.( dot number: )
Tread peeled off tire, causing vehicle to skid, damaged rear quarter panel.( dot number: )
Consumer received a recall notice for the firestone atx p235/75r15 tires on1993, ford, explorer.firestonewas refusing to replacetires, and referredconsumer to ford. While ford referred consumer to firestone.please provide any additional information/attachments.
My accident occurred at approximately 7:00 p.m. On 24 july 2000 as i was driving to my residence located at [xxx], in my 1998 ford eddie bauer explorer. I was traveling east on highway 190 in the right hand lane at 60 mph, when a car pulled in front of the truck i was following.the truck braked causing me to brake.uponbraking, both tires on the left hand side of the vehicle exploded causing me to go into a tail spin. I did everything possible to keep the vehicle on the road without hitting anyone else.fortunately, i did not hit another vehicle or hurt anyone else.my vehicle ended up rolling over four times and ended up facing in the opposite direction on the median.although the vehicle was completely totaled, i was fortunate enough not to have suffered life threatening injuries.the police, paramedics, and firemen arriving on the scene could not believe that i was alive.the vehicle had to be cut to get me out. There were witnesses to this accident who provided statements to the police.there was no citation issued.my right hand was badly cut, i had severed an artery and muscle, and received 12 stitches.my left ear was cut and had to be stitched. The left side of my body, to include my head, was badly bruised. This accident has had a serious physiological effect on me.it took two weeks for me to begin driving again.usaa, my insurance company, informed us, as a result of their investigation, that they had flagged my vehicle because the tires were the firestone tires being recalled and were found at fault for causing my accident.since purchasing my vehicle brand new in may 1998, it has been regularly serviced in accordance with the service manual, by cove ford in copperas cove, texas. Wheels have also been rotated on a regular basis.at no time was i informed that my tires were unsafe or were the cause of previous accidents.had i of been informed by the ford motor company of possible tires.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(
The tires "float" or "hydroplane" in rain.our constant near wrecks and loss of control during the first 1400 miles driven caused us to replace the tires.my husband, don mcree, called steve formby to discuss the problem.the promised return calls never happened.these tires are extremely dangerous.they are standard equipment on explorer's in snow areas, yet they don't hold the road in light rain.they need to be removed from the market immediately.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )
During the first part of august, i heard about the recall on my firestone tires,i immediately called my local firestone dealer in monroe.they explained that they were not doing anything yet; however, i could make an appt. To have my tires checked.it was 3 weeks before they could get me in.i waited 3 weeks and took my explorer in to have the tires checked.they looked at the inside of 1 tire & said, yes, your tires are being recalled, we will put you on the list to receive new tires, we are all out at this time.they also stated it would be 2-2.5 months before the tires would be in.they never bothered to check my air pressure or for any defects in the tires.i am a single parent with 2 children.my son just came home from a rehab center because he has a traumatic brain inj. From a driver who hit us head on.i have to drive my son to farmington 1-2 times a week for doctor appts. & therapy.i drive anywhere from 100 - 150 miles per trip, on the expressway.we had a vacation planned for labor day weekend to visit my parents in arkansas.we had to cancel our vacation due to the defective tires.i am very upset that it took 3 wks for anyone to even look at my tires and during the appt., they only looked at the number on 1 tire.they never bothered to check the tires.i was never put on a list for new tires until the day of my appt., 3 wks after i called.i am worried about my entire family, especially my son with a traumatic brain injury.i have no other choice but to drive this vehicle with defective tires.there have been several deaths and injuries due to these defective tires and the number continues to increase.i received the form to replace the tires on my own & get reimbursed.i can't afford to do this, i am a single parent and my ex does not pay his required support.i don't understand this, if there are tires available for me to purchase, why can't firestone put them on my vehicle or send me to someone who has them?
On 02/16/2000 the left rear tire de-laminated while i was driving on the highway at 75mph.the right rear tire was also found to be de-laminating at this time.both tires were purchased in 1997.then on 7/28/2000, a third atx tire, purchased jan. 1999, was found to be in the early stages of de-lamination.when the matter was taken up with a firestone dealer, the dealer denied the defect and offered to put 40% of the price of the now de-laminating tire towards the purchase of new tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Steel belt came through front tire while driving. Town fair tire examined and found a second tire with separation.( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )
Intuitively, i knew this was a manufacturing defect even though at the time i was denied compensation or adjustment. I bought 4 new tires after the failure of my firestone atx's but i saved the "exploded tire that damaged my truck to the tune of $500. And shook the hell out of me. It was a real close call on i -17 in phoenix , az. If it had not been at night when the freeway was uncrowded i am sure it would have been much more serious. I want to show this tire and the still existing damage to my truck to somebody and i believe firestone should reimburse me now that their little secret is out in the open.( dot number: vd60atn072 tire size: 31x10.5r15 )
Tire blew out and shredded into one long strip of rubber. That tire and all tires were and are pressurized to exactly 30psi.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving southbound on texas highway 288 between manvel and lake jackson, the tread on the right rear tire separated from the tire and came off.the tread damaged the wheel well, the corner of the rear bumber, and the trim below the rear passenger door.the tire did not lose air and i was able to pull the vehicle onto the shoulder and safely stop.this happened at approximately 6:00 pm and the temperature was about 90 degrees.there were four adults and two children under the age of 2 riding in the vehicle at the time.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving the vehicle started to shake and there was a loud pop then a loud bang upon exiting the vehicle consumers saw that the left rear tire had blownout.nlm
Purchased a total of four tires from l.r. Hook tire co.,p.o. Box 1154, lexington, s.c. 29072 (firestone franchised dealer). The failure that occurred was the total separation of the tread from the tire. Even though i had hazzard insurance on all of the ti( dot number: vdhl1m6x49 tire size: 23575r-15 )
The tire failed consistent with reports that are causing the recall of the firestone atx tires. The tread peeled off, the tire blew, and my wife lost control into a concrete median barricade.( dot number: )
I just bought the vehicle in june and didn't realize that it had two atx tires on it until one went flat and i went to have it repaired.the tire dealer said the tread had separated and the tire was unsafe and should be replaced.he also said the recall had expired.how can a recall expire?i don't know if the previous owner of the vehicle was notified of the recall or not.is there anything that can be done?dt
On two occasions (aug/1998 & may/2000) i experienced a tire failure - total tread separation. Each incident occurred at high speed in extreme heat. My explorer was fully loaded with passengers and luggage (driving from phx arizona to mexico). Fortunately, there were no injuries as the tires held air pressure each time. There is body damage from the tread slamming the body of the car.( dot number: tire size: 235/75-15 )
Tread separation resulting in body damage to right rear quarter panel.momentary loss of control due to tire going flat.( dot number: w2hl1mo204 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Just a few more data points for the firestone investigation; two of the firestone atx tires that came as original equipment on my 1991 ford explorer experienced tread separation in mid 1995, causing body damage but no accident or injury. We took the tread from one to a local firestone dealer, who claimed it was "road hazard damage" and that he couldn't help us. The tires were always inflated to the psi recommended on the sidewall; they were not underinflated. (dot number: unknowntiresize: p235/75r15)
Is firestone going to cover sizes other than 235?my tires have bulges in the sidewall.are they safe??( dot number: tire size: 31 x 10.5 )
I lost control with the first tire separation and ran over two signs ending up in a ditch. (dot number: w2hfat5287tiresize: p215/75r15)
While driving 45 mphrear passengerfirestonetire blew out.the consumer checked the tire pressure three weeks prior to the blow out. *ph*nlm
There is another failure mode on atx tires.in our case, the three failures that occurred all had strikingly similar features.the outside sidewall in each case failed catastrophically.the entire sidewall appeared to be shredded.the failure occurred at highway speeds and without warning.tires were at ford's recommended inflation pressure and temperature did not seem to be a factor as the failures occurred at various times of the year.i attempted to e-mail firestone and received no response from firestone on the failures.( dot number: )
I currently have four of the recently recalled firestone atx p235 75/r15 tires.i purchased these tiresin october of 1995.i had to replace one of these tires when the sidewall ruptured with approximately 31k miles (i hadn't hit anything to cause the damage ... I thought potentially it was caused by vandals but odd that only one tire was damaged and the area i was at the time of the flat was a quite peacefull neighborhood).it was recommended by the dealer to replace another tire since varying tread life could present a hazard while driving.with respect to the recall, i was wondering if claims would be allowed for potentially faulty tires that have already been replaced. ( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )
Purchased 2005 toyota sienna with firestone compact spare in november 2005. In june 2006, used spare for about 8 miles and noted severe cracking on spare. Firestone replaced after two - three weeks delay due to out of stock.replacement spare was mounted july 7, 2006.in june 2007, i was planning road trip, so i checked spare. Once again, noted cracking on spare. This tire was under a year old and has never been used on the road. One failure is bad luck, but two failures lead me to believe that tire and/or mount design on this vehicle causing premature failure.obviously, i am concerned about safety and long term reliability.
Tire side wall blew apart. Looked like a donut. Contacted nearest firestone dealership who wouldn't replace according to tire road hazard warranty. Contacted elk grove ford (nearest dealership) who collected tire and sent to firestone who as of aug. 4, 2000 has not replaced deflect tires nor refund money spent on due to repairs as a result of deflective tire according to big-o employee adam.( dot number: tire size: p235-75-15 )
Purchased 2005 toyota sienna with firestone compact spare in november 2005. In june 2006, used spare for about 8 miles and noted severe cracking on spare. Firestone replaced after two - three weeks delay due to out of stock.replacement spare was mounted july 7, 2006.in june 2007, i was planning road trip, so i checked spare. Once again, noted cracking on spare. This tire was under a year old and has never been used on the road. One failure is bad luck, but two failures lead me to believe that tire and/or mount design on this vehicle causing premature failure.obviously, i am concerned about safety and long term reliability.
Consumer states that the spare tire located on rear doorexploded. Doors were dented and window exploded.cause is unknown.please provide any further information.ts
Firestone will not honor recall on temp use only spare tire. I feel a 15'' spare on a truck with 16'' oem tires would make the spare more prone to blow out in use.(dot number: vdhltiresize: p235/75r15)
This is second set of these tires. First set had same problems. Purchased2nd set in sept 1997..took back immed, was told they forgot to balance.. Problem of shimmy at 55 to 65 mph remained, returned to firestone on 2/16/98 for same...returned again on 2/17/98...on 5/6/98 took to downtown ford and in 1999 took to tire america...have told all we feel it is a tire seperation and have been told it was balancing, trait of explorers and will always be there. Have paper work to back up all the times we have taken these two sets of tires in to be checked.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While traveling down interstate, vehicle began bouncing and swerving violently.i stopped at a auto center and was told that the tire had separated.i had to replace the tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While travelingvehiclevibrated.had vehicle serviced, and technicianstated that tire tread was separating .p23575r15. Please provide further information.
side wall separation, blister low on the tire by the tread, on one tire and minor tread separationside wall separation, blister low on the tire by the tread, on one tire and minor tread separation( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
I had the first blowout in feb. 98, i had the spare put on and went to firestone the next day (i was approx. 60 miles from home when this happened). They wouldn't honor the warranty even though the tires had less than 10,000 miles on them because i wasn't the purchaser. I had contacted the person who sold me my explorer the night of the blowout and they were going to bring me the original paperwork on the tires to use the warranty but firestone said this wasn't possible since they were not the owner of the vehicle any longer. I had the second blowout in june of 98 on the freeway just leaving texas and coming into new mexico, the temperature outside was about 95*. I was no where near a firestone dealer. A tow truck stopped and changed my tire for me and followed me to the closest town (about 30 miles away). There was only a small tire shop there (no firestone dealer) and i purchased the best used tire he had (he had nothing new in my size). When i got to las vegas the next day i went and puchased a new tire, but at this point i had stopped purchasing the exact same tire. I bought 2 different tires that were comparable and put the firestone as my spare. I haven't had another problem yet but now am scared to death of what's to come. My best friend's son was in a fatality crash (not him fortunately) 2 weeks ago in a 1999 explorer. They are now checking the totalled vehicle to see if it also had these tires on it and if so will be filing a complaint and possibly a law suit.( dot number: tire size: p235/r7515 )
Consumer was traveling 60mph & firestone atx tires came apart.vehicle started sliding & flipping when it hit the dirt. Consumer wasn't injured.right rear tire separated. Consumer will be sending a copy of the police report & pictures. The ford explorer 1993 was totalled.
Dt*: the contact stated a nhtsa recall letter #00t005000 regarding tires: tread/belt was received.the vehicle was taken to an authorized tire dealer for the recall repair.the dealer would not replace the tire under the recall because the dealer believed the tire came from a junk yard.the contact planned to contact the tire manufacturer after filing a complaint with the nhtsa.the tire was a firestone atx p235/75r15. Updated
Firestone atx tires original equipment on a 97 mountineer.while driving 60mph the left rear firestone atx tires tread separatedand wrapped around the axle,causing the wheel to lock up,andresulting in a collision/ minor injuries.
Spontaneous tread separation.our experts determined no injury to tire:defective product. Have filed suit in federal court, 10th circuit, civil no. 00-1144-bb (10th circuit).contact us our offices if you wish more information.( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )
Used as spare tire was in new condition ,and tread pealed itself off from setting in the back from the heat and sun for no reason at all (dot number: w2hlimo093tiresize: p235/75/15)
Rear tire tread failed causing loss of control and vehicle rollover( dot number: )
My family & i were driving to ca. From las vegas down i-15, about 25 miles out of las vegas. The tread completely blew off our right, rear tire, driving about 70 mph. My husband fought to keep control of the car, it swayed & rocked violently. We had heard a loud "bang" but didn't know what it was & didn't suspect a flat tire, thought something had hit us.the road was clear at the time; had usual traffic been present we would've hit anthing in the lane next to us, due to severe swerving. Had we turned over and rolled, most definitely wouldn've been severely injured if not killed. Pulled over, saw that tread was completely gone. Rear light was broken, quarter panel dented, rear bumper disengaged from car. After getting tire changed by aaa club, immediately return to lv. At goodyear shop, told them to take off all tires & bought new ones for total of $500.the previous week had had car serviced for trip to calif. & no problems noted with tires (had specific conversation). No clue that this would happen.am currently worried about goodyear steel belted tires that have been on since 7/99 since i live in desert & it's frequently over 100 degrees. I have them checked frequently too but now i have no peace of mind after harrowing experience of last summer.( dot number: ??? tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe-00-020 -tires on a ford explorer 1993, tire size not available, and dot number not available.tires were 15 inches. When driving at 55-60 mphtire came apart around the sidewall area,causing tread to completely separate which resulted in vehicle flipping over several times, totaling vehicle. Please provide any further details.
Tire tread peeled off of tire during highway driving.first occurance in april with no crash or injury.second occurance caused vehicle to roll causing significant damage.vehicle is currently at body shop getting estimate.( dot number: tire size: 235-15 )
I was driving my daughter to her softball game from mustang, ok to el reno, ok on i-40.we were heading west at about 70 mph in the passing lane.we noticed the car shaking and when i looked in the rearview mirror i saw pieces of rubber flying behind me.i did not hear a blowout and when i realized the tires that were shredding were mine and not a truckers i started to move over to the right lane so i could get off onto the shoulder of the highway.by the time i got over to the shoulder, i was driving on the rim.the cost to repair the rim was $125.00.the remaining original four firestone tires were replaced in november 1999 at montgomery wards at crossroads mall in oklahoma city.according to the current recall we can not get reimbursed because the tires were purchased before jan. 2000.i am thankful my daughter and i were not seriously injured like many others, but i do not think it is fair we cannot get reimbursed for faulty tires or the repair of the rim because the problem should have been brought to light sooner than it was.also, we did experience the shredding of our right rear tire and hopefully this information will help your continued investigation because there may be more incidents of faulty tires like ours, but because no accident needed to be reported and insurance coverage does not apply because the deductible is too high, consequently, nothing was ever reported because the expense fell on the owner.( dot number: ? tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone, atx, p215/75r15, dot unknown, replacement equipment with 2000 miles on a 1987, chevrolet, blazer. Tread separation on front right tire at 65 mph, causing damage to fender and wheel well.
While traveling northbound on i-10 near black canyon city, az, the tread on the right rear tire separated, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.the vehicle rolled.weather conditions were clear, traffic was light, and there were no "unusual circumstances".no citations were issued for any fault on the driver's part.the driver was thrown free of the vehicle.i remained partially in the vehicle and partially pinned under the vehicle.the driver suffered a fractured pelvis.my injuries were extensive; the most serious and debilitating was a closed head injury.please contact me for additional detail.i would very much like to participate in the investigation and any action that is taken to rectify this long standing product defect.the tire was inspected by an expert and determined to be defective.( dot number: )
While driving about 30 mphfront right tire had a tread separation.consumer could keep control of vehicle. Ford, explorer, 1992, 235/75r15, dot vnhl1mo 431.
I had two of these tired come apart on me.one fortunately was flat in the driveway leaking air through the missing tread area.the second we were not so fortunate on. We were on the highway when tread tarted chunking off.i was able to pull over and stop the car without injury to the kids i was transporting to school. The local firestone dealer said it was something i had done, either by my driving habits. 4 wheeling which this vehicle is not used for, or hitting pot holes. Against my judgement both of the problem tires were replaced with new atx's.in light of your invetigation i felt i ahould forward this information to you.i live in colorado, obviously not in the area where firestone claims the problems are and the incident occured on c470 before university. In douglas county. I don't know if this will adi in your investigatoin or not.i am very thatnkfulnone of the 4 children and my self were injred and that the vehicle damage was limited to the tires.( dot number: vdhl1pm205 tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving at 75mph andvehicle started rolling sideways down on highway due totread coming offdriver's rear tire on a 93 explorer. This causedrear oftruck to be dented.owner replaced all tires with goodyear tires.
While driving at 55-60mph tread separated from left rear tire, and caused driver to lose temporary control ofvehicle.owner has not had the tires replaced.
Pe00020, purchased vehicle used, tire size p23575r15.while drivingat highway speeds,passenger's rear tire tread separated, causing a loss of vehicle control. Vehicle went sideways/ skiddedand flipped over 6 times in which the driver was ejected fromvehicle and died, andpassenger died 20 minutes later.tire has 2 steel belts on.steel belt stayed on the cord oftire, and the 2nd steel belt flew off with the tread.send to a tire expert which stated it was the design of the tire.please provide further information.
6 tires ruined because of tread / belt separation/same tires used as replacement latest replace 1on 12/99 and 2 on 3/00/ caught after extreme vibration when driving.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )
I was driving from houston to austin on interstate 10. I was driving 75 mph when my rear left tire tread came off, and then my front left tire tread followed suit. I careened into the left guard rail, hit another car, and spun around to the far opposite end of the freeway. I came out with a few scratches and a totalled car. I am thankful that i'm all right...but i feel like the situation could have been avoided. I had just had my tires checked out at a ford dealership within the week that i left to go to austin.( dot number: )
Tread separation at 75 mph driving from phoenix to la last thursday.i saved the defective tire due to news coverage but had to replace the rest to make the return trip with confidence.( dot number: )
Vehicle northbound on i-17 when right rear tread separated from the tire causing the vehicle to veer off the road into the median enbankment.this impact caused the vehicle to roll, ejecting the driver.the passenger was also partially ejected.both the driver and passenger sustained serious injuries.the passenger is still disabled and unable to work due to the injuries sustained, most significantly a closed head injury.additional information, including photographs and medical records can be provided. ( dot number: )
Tread of tire tore loose first, then blowout occured.blowout damaged muffler, tailpipe and side molding.( dot number: tire size: p235/r15 )
When the original firestone tires wore out on my ford explorer,i replaced them with what the dealer recommended, namely fi restone atx tires.both rear atx tires developed cracks on the sidewalls and had begun to separate.the firestone dealer blamed me for the problem, saying that i must have hit a curb when parking.when i point out that the rear driver's side also had the same problem he made the same excuse and told me thatnothing was wrong with the tires and that the wear on the sidewalls was my fault.i got so disgusted at the firestone tire dealer's lack of responsibility and failure to take any corrective steps that i drove to costco and had them replace all 4 firestone atx tires with michleans.( dot number: tire size: 70 x 15 )
I have had problems with my firestone atx tires for 3-4 years.my explorer would started vibrating and i would take it to my firestone dealer in houston.one three separate occaions over the last 4 years, they would tell me that i had tread separation and that it was a problem with atx tires on explorers. Hence, my tire records at firestone will show that they knew of this problem serveral years ago.each time they told me, they would only offer to prorate me a new tire.the third time it happened, i made a big seen in the dealer store, and they decided to give me a new tire. The point of this report is simply that my dealer knew of this serious problem many years ago.i did not know how serious it was, so i did not report it to the ntsa, at that time.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While backing into the driveway right rear tire just blew up. Tire size 33125016.5. Owner had this same problem on the other three tires. The tires blew out at highway speeds. One tire blew out in may, and the other two tires blew out two weeks later.19,000 miles were on the tires. Tires on a 70, chevrolet, blazer.driver was able to contro vehicle and did not crash.
Original equipment on a 1996, explorer, p235/75r15 size.tread onleft rear separated at highway speeds.
Tread separation.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Original equipmant on a 94 explorer sport.while driving 70mphdriver's rear tread separated fromtire, causingvehicle to go into a spin, and resulting inextensive damage to the vehicle.
The tread separated at 60mph and damaged the rear of the car.( dot number: tire size: 235 75r15 )
We were preparing to leave on vacation to go to washington d.c. With our 2 small granddaughters and we took our ford explorer to varnadore auto & tire sales, 1706 8th avenue w, palmetto, fl 34221. In the afternoon i received a call from mr. Varnadore telling me that he found a problem with the tires and asked us to come in so that we could decide what we wanted to do. When my husband and i got there he showed us tires that had splits in them right where the tread connected to the tire. He said that he wouldn't go on a trip with them because these tires have a tendacy to peel off and he would replace them. We bought 2 newidentical tires and had him mount them on the front and put the best other two tires on the back. We also told him when we took the car to him we wanted to make sure that we had safe tires that were properly aligned for our trip and stressed that to him again. He said that we were now in good shape and didn't have to worry. Not so,much tbl on trip( dot number: 0 )
Was driving approximately 65mph when a banging noise againstvehicle was heard. Vehicle vibrated & shimmied.had maintained control of vehicle & pulled to the side of the road. Noticed left rear tire tread had separated, buttire remained inflated. Had exchangedtire with spare. Went to firestone dealership. Had no radial atx tires available. Went to pep boys & received a different type of tire, but same size.firestone, tire sizep235/75r15 with 30,000 miles on it. Did not have tire available.
Traveling 70 mph when experienced 1-2 seconds of mild shakiness in car followed suddenly by sound that resembled jackhammer and extreme difficulty controlling car.once came to rest found that roughly 50% of tire tread width had separated and peeled back between 180-270 degrees of the tire circumference, leaving a flap that spun and destroyed rear bumper and splash guard (left), also causing damage to left quarter panel and left rear door and associated plastic moldings.i am currently sending a claim to the manaufacturer, whose number i got from the nhtsa hotline.i will send a copy of the cover letter to you. ( dot number: tire size: 23575r15xl )
While driving about 45 to 50mphfront right tire tread separated, and smacked the bottom of the vehicle.dealer replaced 2 front tires with the same type.also,back tires tread was wearing out,and dealer saidit was not a problem.
Pe00-020; tire size p22575r15, dothyhhat5115. Consumer was driving at approximately 60 mph whenleft front tire blew out. Consumer noticed about 1/3 of steel belt was sticking out, causing damage to wheel.no tread left on the side nearest to the engine.about 2 months later, consumernoticed right rear tire tread began to separate on the inside rows with steel belt beginning to show, but tire was still inflated. Tires had about 48000 miles.
Pe00020; tire tread separation: while driiving about 35 mph, rear tire on the driver's side had a blowout.driver was able to control vehicle, and no one was hurt.tire size p23575r15, original tire equipment.tire was replaced with the same tire by a tire dealership. Firestone was not contacted.
At approx. 5:00 pm on march 2000, while returning to charlotte, nc from trip to columbia, sc that morning (driving time approx. 1 hr. 15 minutes ea. Way), handling became rough following noise of something hitting undercarriage of vehicle. Upon pulling off highway, we examined left rear tire and discovered that tread had completely peeled away, leaving exposed smooth rubber surface. Changed tire and continued balance of trip without incident. Tire was purchased in october 1999 from sears. In light of recent publicity, we felt we should report this. Would also like to know why it took the removal action by sears to spotlight this problem and why the ntsa did not make this problem public knowledge beforehand.( dot number: )
I have had 2 blowouts on firestone tires in the past 2 months (one on 8/11/00) which damaged my car and put my life and others at risk.firestone is refusing to replace my tires, and they will not fix the damage to my vehicle until after 30 days.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
A 1996 ford suv blew a tire on the nj turnpike, hit my wife's car and caused both vehicles to veer off the roadway into the woods. My wife's car landed on its side and was totalled as well as the explorer.fortunately, the injuries were very minor. The trooper who investigated found that the tires on the explorer were atx firestones. We wish to add our names to the list of people who have been injured or put in serious danger from these tires. If you can provide information about the pending lawsuits, we would appreciate your contacting us.thank you very much .arnold & judy hoffman( dot number: )
While traveling andwithout any indication tire tread separated. Please provide further information.
The thread separated from the tire.firestone and ford both refuse to take responsibility.the recall of these tires should have been more comprehensive.i had to have the tires replaced approx. 2 weeks prior to the recall.the recall dates were arbitrary and the problem is obviously greater that both firestone and ford are admitting.( dot number:)
While drivingat 70mphpassenger's side rearfirestone atx tire separated, causing a collision which resulted in minor injuries.vehicle was totalled.
The tire tread separated and did body damage to car, firestone won't talk to me.( dot number: tire size: 235-75-15 )
Vehicle is equipped with firestone atx tires,which won't stay balanced, has loud noises and expereinces vibrations.consumer had tires replaced with another brand before firestone called a recall.consumer is seeking retribution.*jg
Rollover accident occurring on california highway at 70 mph due to the disintegration of the rear drivers side tire.( dot number: )
The rear driver's side tire (firestone radial atx) suffered tread separation while operating at highway speed.this resulted in loss of control of the vehicle as it pulled severly to the right.attempts to regain control of the vehicle ultimately resulted in a roll-over.the vehicle was considered a total loss.( dot number: )
Tread swparated from the casing, and the loose piece of tire tread flailed the underside and exterior of my vehicle ,causing extensive damage, and nearly caused me to lose control ofvehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
The tires never 'failed' per se.we bought them new a couple of years ago (1998) for our ford explorer.from the day we had them installed, the explorer would vibrate at speeds of 65mph or higher.we took the vehicle back to the retailer several times, but they were unable to fix the vibration.since we have recently had the tires replaced with michelins (due to the recall), the vibration has suddenly stopped.it never occurred to us or the retailer that it was the tires causing the problem - but obviously it was.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
1994 toyota 4 runner, aftermarket tire,dot# vd60axci66, and tire size r15. Experienced a blowout/ tread separation at highway speed of 60-65 mph. No injuries reported / vehicle received rear end damage. Firestone notifed. Please provide any further details.
Atx tires on a 95 explorer. Driver's rear tire has a buldge in it.
Consumer has a 1999 ford f150, and there was tire separation.
Tire partially separated from body. Vehical was stopped before total separation. Tire was replaced with same type tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Consumer has a ford explorer 1993. Tire size p235/75r15. But,dot# was not available. Consumer originally had firestone atx tires.2 back tires experienced tread seperation. They were replaced once in june 1999, and did major damage toback bumper. Second time they were replaced for the same thing, but the consumer changed all 4 to pathfinder tires.
While driving about 55mphfront white tire blew out. Dealer has replaced it.
Vehicle is equipped with firestone atx tires,which won't stay balanced, has loud noises and expereinces vibrations.consumer had tires replaced with another brand before firestone called a recall.consumer is seeking retribution.*jg
Right rear tire experienced a separation while traveling at 50-55 mph (driver only) in a 1991 ford explorer (aftermarket equipment; dot# vdhl1m0214; p235/75r15). Firestone notified; please provide any further details:
I'm reporting this because i also had a problem with firestone tires.we were on vacation last april when the truck started shuttering.i stopped and could see the tires misshaped:the belts had come apart on two of the 4 tires.i had them replaced on the next exit (walmart) and before the end of the month i had to replace a third.last week i replaced the last one, which i still have.( dot number: )
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:reporting tire tread separation. Tire size p235/75r15/dot# was unavailable on three different occasions on a 1996 ford explorer, original equipment.1st occurred in jun 2000,2nd & 3rd occurred in august,2000. Alloccurred within 20,000 miles of wear. No injuries reported. Firestone notified, and replaced tires at prorated cost. Feel free to provide any further details.
Consumer notice thatsteel belt is separating from the tires.please give any further details.
Right rear tire experienced a blowout/ separationwhile traveling at 70 mph with driver and one passenger in a 1999 linclon navigator (original equipment; dot# ad70449377; p245/75r16). Firestone notified. Please feel free to provide any further details:
Reporting a bruise on the sidewall from storage and never been on the vehicle; original equipment from a 1993 ford explorer; p235/75r15; dot# vnhl1m0422; also tire is available for analysis. Please provide any further details:
Pe-00-020- tires on a ford explorer 1996 tire size not available, dot number not available. Two separate incidents when driving 65 mphright frontal tire separated fromtread. Also,driver's rear tire separated from the tread. Tires only had 30 thousand miles on them, upon the separation of the tread,tires stayed inflated.please provide any further details.
At approximately 1930 on november 25, 1999, while traveling south on i-81 one mile north of the wva/va state line the tread on the left rear tire suddenly separated from the tire body.at the time the vehicle was traveling at approximately 65-70 mph in the left lane.the tread seperation was abrupt, but the cords maintained integrity long enough to safely slow the vehicle and get to the right shoulder of the road.on or about 11/03/99 the right rear tire failed while in a mall parking lot.the tire failed through loss of air and a blistering effect on the tread and body.the vehicle mechanic who looked at this tire refused to let the drive leave their establishment with the tire on the ground.they would put the spare on for free, indicating their concern, not just an effort to sell a new tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
A firestone atxblew out at highway speed on our 1993 explorer.the tread separated from the tire and caused over $600 damage to the rear of the vehicle.we had to replace all the tires and now we have a new set of firestone atx tires which we really do not want if there is a known safety hazard.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )
Driving on highway and tread came off of tire. Tire stayed inflated and was able to get back home. When tread came off it caused damage to the rear right area of my truck, including the fender, tailpipe, and supporting structure under the fender. I took pictures of the damage, including the tire with the tread off. And i still have the pictures. Firestone refused to cover my loss of the tire and the resulting body/structure damage.( dot number: tire size: 3310.516.5 )
We were driving on i-44 between adair, oklahoma and tulsa, oklahoma.our traveling speed was 75 miles per hour.without warning the left rear tire lost all tread causing our 1994 ford explorer to fish-tail out of control.we slid off the highway and hit highway mile-marker sign 260.our explorer conintued to slide off the highway missing a guardrail by less than 3 feet.at the time, we were sliding sideways around 40 mph.hitting the guardrail would have put the truck into a end-over-end roll.my wife, two kids and myself your blessed to have missed it.the truck came to a stop 150 yards later and 40 yards down a ditch.the firestone atx tire that failed is still completely inflated just without any tread.we have notified firestone and they want us to ship the tire to nashville at your expense.if they show the tire to be defective then they will reimburse us for the demage to the truck ($5,000)plus the shipping cost of the tire.( dot number: )
Tread separated.replaced with like tire.considered it an unusual failure, but something that happens on occassion, until learned of like failures.( dot number: tire size: p235/75 15 )
While traveling 65 mph on highway and without any indication tire tread separated. Please provide further information.
My wife and i purchased a new ford explorer in 09/1996.since that time we have had to replace every original tire, including the spare, because of tread seperation.this did not occur all at once, but over the period of time since we purchased the vehicle.some of the tires were replaced at the ford dealership and some of the tires were replaced at firestone dealerships, regardless of where the tires were inspected, the cause given for the bad tires was consistently the "beginning of tread seperation".unfortunately, we were not aware of the extent of the problem nationally, because had we known, we would not have replaced the original tires with the same model/make of tires.i do not readily have available the dates, the vehicle mileage of when the tires were replaced nor which tires were replaced (e.g. Front right or rear left) at the time of replacement, but i will search for those records.i always carefully monitor any subtle changes in the performance of my vehicles, which is why i was able to detect early, the seperation of the tread from the tires.the symptom i detected was a noticably rougher ride beginning at a speed of 50 mph.contact me, should you need any other information.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tire tread came off on freeway while traveling 65mph, car shookand the tread did some damage to the car.........i replaced all my tires in january with wilderness at,i feel all the wilderness tires should be looked at and not just a way to cut back on the recalls by blaming it on the decatur plant ..i dont feel safe driving with these tires on my car, i had it happen once without injuries and dont want to wait till more people die or have injuries.....( dot number: vdhl1pm tire size: 235/75/r15 )
Aftermarket tire on a 85 ford broncho:p235/75r15 dot# vdhl1m6 . While driving 75mphright front tire tread separated, causing damage tovehicle.
My original equipment firestone tires were found to have tread separation when i bought them in becuase of excessive wobble. I had these 4tires replaced on my own. Now there have recalled these same tires for the exact issue i had to replace them. I have written to firestone and completed all of their reimbursement forms only to be rejected since my replacement was before their recall. I don't understand how they cannot reimburese me for defective tires simply becuase i replaced them earlier. The nhtsa should force firestone into reimbursing all owners of these defective tires who had them replaced regardless of when the replacement took place. We were in just as much danger driving on these defective tires as anyone was who had them replaced in 2000 and was eligible for reimbursement. Thank you. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )
At the end of june of this year, i had been on trip to seattle in 90 degree weather and upon arriving back home in forest grove, oregon my left front tire went flat.my husband immediately went out to look at it and found that the belts under the treads had separated, which he thought was very odd.he then looked at the right front tire where the same process had just begun. We had the tires replaced the next day.( dot number: w2hl 1mo 2 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone, atx tires, 215 75/r15mounted on a ford, ranger. Not original equipment. Tires had less than 20ooomiles on them, andconsumer has experienced some tread separation. Has not contacted dealer yet.
The tread separated from the tire which caused damage to the right rear panel of the vehicle, the tailpipe had to be replaced, plus we had to buy a new tire.these are not the original tires on the vehicle, but we did replace them with the same brand, size, etc. That were originally on the vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/7-15 )
Complete separation of tread, causing major damage to fender area. ( dot number: to be det. Tire size: p23575r15 )
The firestone atx tire experienced tread separation which caused loss of control and resulted in vehicle rollover and injuries to consumers. *mjs
Original equipment on a ford explorer. While coming down frommountains,rear passenger side started to vibrate,it sounded like a pop.tread had come completely off, but tire didn't not deflate.
Tire separation was witnessed by melbourne, fl. Firestone store manager -ted mckercher (321) 723-4618. Tires were replaced 4-24-2000.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
Tire exploded, vehicle veered to the right, driver kept control, no injuries or other damage found, replacement tire purchased..( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )
The tread on three of these tires have shredded in the last 6 yrs( dot number: tire size: 215/75r15 )
Last month i noticed that part of my right rear ford explorer sport tire was separating at the bottom. The threads of the tired were smooth in the area and the steel belts protruded out. I believe this condition may be genesis of the problem with the firestone apx tires. This tire, and the other three mounted, is not one of the vd tires included in the recall. Its size is the same (p235-75r15) but its dot # is w2hl1mo353. Strangely, my full size spare is the vd being recalled. If an inspection of this tire would be helpful in the nhtsa investigation, feel free to contact me.( dot number: w2hl1mo353 tire size: p235-75r15 )
Complete tread loss, no flat, able to continue drive home on steel belts( dot number: tire size: 235/15r75 )
While traveling down highway at about 75 mph, tread separated from tire, causing damage to vehicle.tire did not deflate, no injuries.firestone has been contacted, seeking reimbursement for damage.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )
While traveling with cruise control @ 72mph, right rear tread separated completely from tire which cased my explorer to turn 180 degrees following which i hit the grass median and rolled 21/2 times. These were firestone atx tires. Vehicle was totalled and i was sent to the er. Please keep me informed of the proceedings.( dot number: )
The tire blew out (the tread was gone when the wheel was removed, i still have both the rim and tire) and i had difficulty safely stopping it. The rim was ruined. Ford said i'd need to pay for a new tire and rim.( dot number: )
00 t 005 000/tread separation:while traveling in a 1994 ford explorer, original equipment,dot# vdhl1pm176, and tire size p235/75r15.traveling with driver and four children at highway speed of 65-70 mph noticed vibration in vehicle. Was able to pull over safely, and noticed tread separation. Unable to contacted firestone at this time. Please provide any futher details.
On 3/30/000 while traveling from san diego to san francisco, i felt slight vibration in the rear of the vehicle which i assumed was a wheel slightly out of balance. I stopped for the night in pismo beach and on inspectionfound that the rear tires were separating.on one tire there was approx. An 18"tear between the steel? backed tread and the rest of the tire.the other rear tire also had a smaller separation starting. The damage was not immediately noticeable from a casual look at the tire. It was only by luck that we had planned to stop in pismo beach. Had we continued directly to san francisco. I suspect the tire would have come apart on the highway. Ihad both tires replaced the following morning with goodyear wranglers - rotating the remaining two atx's to the rear.the tires with the separation were not badly worn or underinflated.they still has a reasonable amount of tread left. I may be able to determine the mileage on them if i can find the original invoices or the tire stores have maintained a record - which i expect to be the case. My sonsometime borrows the vehicle during the summer and recently made a trip to los angeles up and down i5, which is both hot and fast.i would urge you to make a rapid determination as to whether these tires should be recalled.( dot number: )
Firestone atx tire had tread separation, causing rollover accident, injuries and fatality.( dot number: vdhl 1 pm tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone atx tires original equipment on a 94 explorer.while driving at 65mph a loud noise was heard,rear of the vehicle started to vibrate.vehicle the median and rolled over due the right rear tread seperation.minor injuries to2 persons in the vehicle.
Tread separated while driving on freeway approx 65mph.did not blow out.was able to drive approx 10 miles on damaged tire.bent exhaust pipe and dented right rear quarter panel and bumper. ( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )
The contact owns a 1993 ford explorer equipped with firestone tires, tire line atx, and line size p235/75r15. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the tread of the rear driver side tires separated. As a result, she lost control of the vehicle and flipped over. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed and four passengers had minor injuries. The tires were not the original tires. The vin was not available.the failure mileage was 100,000.
Right rear tire has slit on sidewall approximately one inch straight line. Our state is not in the recall yet. I drive 84 miles round trip in this vehicle and want tires replaced now. ( dot number: w1hlat5 tire size: p235/5r15 )
On july 5, 2000, while traveling west on interstate 40, three miles east of grants, nm, the right rear tire blew apart.we were able to safely get off the highway. This was the third firestone tire that has blown or experienced tread separation on me.( dot number: tire size: 235x75r15 )
Over a period of two months, vehicle performance deteriorated severely.rough bumpy ride on smooth pavement, and very strong pull to the right.i thought i had an alignment problem.eventually, i was unable to steer a straight line at speed above 45, and i noticed tire tread separation.i could insert fingers between tread and tire on two tires; i do not recall which two.for the life of the tires, i had maintained pressure at the ford-recommended 26 psi, though i never rotated the tires.when i discovered the tread was beginning to separate, i went to a firestone dealer immediately.i was told that i must replace the tires; i had failed to properly maintain firestone-recommended pressure, and had failed to rotate.i bought four new wilderness at tires, but i still have the original spare tire which has never been used.( dot number: vdhl1pm016 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Odi # 6141;while driving approximately 70 mph driver's side rear tire tread separated. Tire was a firestone atxii p235/75r15 onford truck, explorer 1993.tires were the original ones whenvehicle was bought.
Original tires with ford explorer 1995, consumer was driving at approximately 60 mph whendriver's side tire tread separated, causing rearend damage.please provide further information.
In all cases the tread abruptly separated from the belts, but the tire remained inflated.(fortunately, as that last one could have killed us.)date and mileage of first incident, and mileage of last incident, are approximate.have not had damage estimated for the last incident, which thrashed the entire side of the car; no apparent damage from first (not counting the new tire), and ~$150 from the second for the tail light and damage to exhaust system.the first incident i attributed to road debris that i hadn't seen (it was night), and the last one i thought i was safe because the tire was not original equipment and it only had ~30,000 miles on it.tread was good on all tires (>~1/8" on the old ones, looking new on the newer one). Had been on the road ~45 minutes (freeway) for first and last, and ~10 minutes for the second incident.the full lot # on the last tire, reading clockwise from the dot stamp, is:w2hlimo 434 sl531 k04r.i still have that carcass.(by the way, it's a real pain to have to restart the whole form to correct a typo in the beginning)( dot number: w2hl imo tire size: p235/75r15 )
While traveling on interstate 10, the treads on the driver's side rear tire separated causing the vehicle to go into a 360 degree spin.it hit a turnaround divider, continued around and hit one side rail of the interstate, continued to spin and came to rest with the passenger rear tire atop the curb with the rear of the vehicle against the guard rail.( dot number: unknown tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone atx tire tread separated from the right rear tire causing a loud bang and temporary loss of control resulting in body damage to trim,tail light and undercarriage of vehicle.nlm
My wife, two children and myself experience tread separation on our ford explorer.the tire severed the fuel line and rear quarter panel causing approximately $3k in body damage.my mechanic inspected the tire and contacted ford and firestone and was informed that there had been no documented problems with the tires.we did not pursue it.i have the tire and pictures of the damage.the police were contacted and i have the insurance claim.i have had to replace tow other tires since.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
On two separate occasions there was tread separation at highway speeds. Tires size p235. Orginal equipment on a 96 explorer.
Ford explorer 1995, original tires, size p235/75r15. Tread came offof the right rear tire, consumer lost control, and vehicleflipped over.
While driving at 65 mph with the window down driver smelled a burning odor.he was able to pull over to the shoulder, and noticed that right side tire had smoke coming from underneath. Firestone, atx, p235/70r15, dot number utdoua.the driver tookvehicle to the dealer for analysis.but the odor could not be duplicated.
Firestone atx tires original equipment on a 99 silverado.while driving 40mph right rear tire tread separated, causing a blowout.
I lost control and flipped my ford explorer when my firestone atx tire lost its tread while i was driving on the freeway in southern ca.my explorer was a total loss and i fortunately walked away with only minor back and neck problems and a concussion.it was recently brought to my attention that this was not a freak accident but something that has occurred more frequently and i wanted to log my complaint.( dot number: tire size: 32 psi )
Pe00020, orginial tires on 1995 explorer, p235r7515. Rear passenger tire had a blowout on july 15,2000, then, july 16,2000rear driver tire tread came off causing damages to the rear fender which almost caused a crash.was driving about 70 mph and about 2 hours long.please provide further information.
Consumer has a ford explorer 1993. 2 tires were replaced; 1 in december 1999,and2nd in march 2000. Tire developed big lumpson the tire.consumer could feelit while driving.tire size was p235/75r15, and dot# not available.
While traveling and without any indication tire had a blowout. Please provide further information.
Replacement tires on a 1994 ford, explorer, firestone atx, p235r7515, at 20,000 miles . Left rear tire came apart,causing damage to vehicle.
Tires were properly inflated with a professional gauge. Thread blew off and sides stayed on the rim. Tire disintegrated....never seen anything like it. Anybodywho makes a tire like that is a nonpropfessional, incompetent nitwit!!!!!( dot number: tire size: 275/15 )
Two days prior to the tread seperating from the firestone atx, i had to remove and replace with the spare the passanger side rear tire due to an egg forming on the tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While traveling on i-90 at ellensburg, wa, in light rain and a temperature in the 30's, the right rear tire suddenly failed with complete tread separation, literally it was just a ball of wire and rubber.i have never seen a tire fail so completely.the tire easily had another 10,000 miles of tread left.had a tire on the front of the vehicle failed in such a fashion, i would never have been able to maintain control.as it was, we were swerving over both lanes before we could get the vehicle slowed down and stopped.i was so shook up by the incident i immediately went to a tire deal and purchased a set of new tires and they were not firestones!( dot number: tire size: p325/75r-1 )
While driving 45 mph the right reartire tread separated.please fill additional information.
Bought used 1996 explorer with the tires, p23575r15. While driving rear passenger tire tread came off which caused a loss of vehicle control androllover. Occupant sustained injuries.please provide further information.
1996 ford explorer, original equipment,dot# & tire size unavailable.experienced a left rear tire blowout/separation. Tread wrapped around axle at 70 mph. No injuries reported. Please provide any any further details.
Consumer heard a loud noise, the car vibrated and upon inspection consumer noticed that the tread had separated from the left rear tire this incident caused damage to the wheel well, bumper, left quarter panel and the rear tail light (firestone atx).nlm
00 t 005 000/tread separation: reporting a firestone auto center, high point,nc; phone # 336/378-8834,charged consumer for a manufacturer's recall repairs, for balancing the tires and replacing tires stem without premission. Mounted on a 1991 mazda, navajo. Seeking help from nhtsa in this matter.
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: while traveling in a 1993 ford explorer , original equipment,tire size p235/75r15, and dot# vnhlim0073 at highway speed of 65-70 mph, a loud pop was heard, and vehicle lost contorl.right rear tire separated.firestone notified, and tire was shipped to firestone. Please provide any further details.
While driving vehicle approx. 70 mphleft rear tire tread had separated fromwhich caused an accident. Tire was still inflated after the accident with no tread.two out of the three passengers sustained seriousinjuries. Tire was a firestone atx p235/75r15,and approximate tire mileage was 5oooo. Tire was original tires of whenvehicle was purchased. Vehicle is a 96 ford truck explorer.
Driving i-10 truck vibrated real quick &real badswerved& tread came off tire beat up the front &back of back fender well.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tread afrom casing on two front tires making control very difficult. Came very close to losing control of truck.( dot number: tire size: 265/75r16 )
The firestone atx tire on the vehicle experienced tire blowout due to tread separation which caused damage to the vehicle, upon inspection the remaining tires showed signs of separation as well, all four tires required replacement. *mjs
1994 ford explorer , aftermarket equipment, tire size & dot# unavailable. Experienced a tire tread separation at highway speed of 60 mph whichcausedlossof control. Then,vehiclerolledover several times.driver received body injuries, and two children in backseatsustained head injuries. Firestone was not conacted at this time. Please provide any further details.
I have had two problems with the firestone atx tire.the first was an original atx tire that had the belts seperate, causing vibration.i replaced the tire with the prorated warranty.the replacement tire blew out at 50 miles an hour.i still have this tire in my possesion.i noticed in the paper that these tires were under investigation, so that is why i am reporting these failures.( dot number: w29v tire size: p265/75r15 )
Wear defect.left front tire(althought it was on other areas as the tires were rotated) always had excessive inside tread wear. I complained to firestone and they said i probably needed a front end alignment.i had three alignments done in the suceeding 18 months and it did not correct the problem. After i have read about the defect in the tires, i thought maybe that was an indication the treat was faulty.it only happened on one tire. I didn't report as i replaced the tires when necessary but thought is was odd that this would happen. (tiresize: 16/225)( dot number: tire size: 16/225 )
Vehicle was being operated on us60 (freeway) in mesa az at approximately 60 mph in the center lane of a 3 lane roadway.all was normal with no vibrations.there was an instant bang with immediate onset of major vibrations and the vehicle pulled initially to the left and then back to the right.there was traffic to the left front and right rear at the time of the event.when traffic cleared the vehicle was pulled off to the right shoulder.the right rear tire had lost all but a 1 inch strip of the tread surface over the complete circumference of the tire.the tire still had air pressure and due to the shoulder hazard on the freeway, the vehicle was driven to the next exit where the tire was changed in a parking lot.there was obviously a very large piece of tire rubber that was thrown out into traffic and not recovered.it is fortunate that this was rather late hour with little traffic.had this event occurred during rush hour with solid traffic it would almost certainly have resulted in secondary damage or collateral accidents. Has this type of tire disintegration been a reported hazard for this type of tire in the past ?this mishap was reported to the firestone tire co. And they requested that the tire be returned to bfts,1515 elm hill pike #405,nashville, tn.37210-3615;case # [xxx].the tire was shipped via ups on 08/04/99,package id: [xxx],tracking ref: [xxx].( dot number: vnhl1pm474 tire size: 23575r15xl )information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
1983 ford f150, aftermarket,tire size p235/75/r15, installed at 127,000 mile & dot#wshlimo46.noticed cracks around the whole tire.notified firestone and gave consumer an appointment for 11 aug 2000. Please provide any further details.
Pe00020- while drivingtread on the left rear tire separated, causingvehicle to run into a wall. These are the original tires purchased on a 1997 ford explorer,tire size p23575r15.please give any further details.
Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1993, ford ranger, tire size 26575r15,tires have 55 thousand miles on them, dot number not available. Consumer noticed cracks developing aroundtread of the tires, the outer tread.please provide any further details.
Left rear tire, tread separated from tire.tire still fully inflated at 30 psi.vehicle went out of control and rolled over.firestone received tire and only "verbally" claims not their tires fault.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While traveling at 72 mph andwithout any indicationtire treadseparated. Please provide further information.
Tread peeled off tire at 70 mph on i-5 in california's central valley (ambient temp. Approximately 95 fahrenheit).my good driving and guardian angel prevented a fatal crash.incident did cause significant car body damage.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Original equipment on a 93 explorer. Right rear tread separated fromtire at 65-70mph.
While driving 70 mphright rear tire tread had separated which caused vehicle to flip 3 times.vehicle was totally damaged, and the consumer was thrown fromvehicle, andsustained serious injuries. Tire was a firestone tire atx, 3 weeks old.size was p205/70r14.vehicle was a ford truck ranger 1988. Insurance co. Did not honor claim on vehicle damages or consumer's injuries.
Blowout right front,stillrunning three tires.a good amount of tread left on the three remaining tires.( dot number: w2ihfwmn tire size: p215/75r15 )
I was traveling back to college on i-75 in my explorer.i was going about 65 mph.without warning the tread of the passenger rear tire separated and starting flying off.i knew at the rate of speed that i was going i would flip my car over is i braked.instead i tried to steer the car to the side of the road.i was lucky that there was not a lot of traffic.i went from the third land to the shoulder of the road on the first lane and ended up in the opposite direction.the tire was still inflated but the tread was almost all gone.when the tow truck arrived the driver took a look at the tire and said this had to be a defective tire.the back of my explorer by the taillight was damaged due to the flying rubber.i have since replaced all 4 tires on my explorer.when i showed the firestone dealer the tire he told me that this happened due to wear and tear.i believed them at the time.i am not quite sure that this was the case.after reading the stories about explorers and the firestone tires i felt compelled to notify you.i feel that from other accounts of the firestone tire and the explorer this is exactly what happened to me.my vehicle would have flipped over if i had braked.i was quite lucky.the damaged to the taillight is still not fixed on my car but as i mentioned i have already replaced all the tires.the tires on the explorer were atxs.( dot number: )
Pe-00-020-tires on a ford e150 1993, tire size p23375r15, and dot number not available.tires only have 30 thousand miles on them. When driving at 55 mph on two separate incidentsright rear and the front right tires blewout which separated at the sidewall on one tire. Second incident,tire developed an 18 inch wide hole in the tire tread which causedpoor steering control. Please provide any further details.
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:right rear tire experienced a tread separation while the tire was still inflated. While traveling at 65 mph with driver and two passenger in a 1995, ford, explorer; aftermarket equipment installed at 22,000 miles, p235/75r15, dot# wdhlats136,vehicle experienced vibration before the incident. No injury reported, but vehiclesustained rear end body damages; manufacturer notifed. Please provide further details.
Consumer has a 1993 ford explorer & at 70mph the right front tires fell apart. Consumer slightly lost control ofvehicle. Friestone service center gave thea replacement tire at a discount price. Dot# unknown. Tire size p235/75r15.
The firestone atx tire on the vehicle experienced tread separation which resulted in loss of control and vehicle rollover, injury to consumer. *mjs
Pe00020, while driving at 55mph front end shakes hard which may cause a loss of vehicle control. Two rear tires' belts broke which caused a blowout.please provide further information.
Tire size p26575r15, afetermarket with 10-15,000 miles on tire.a big section of about 8-9 inches offront driver's side tread separated away fromtire while coming off highway and driving at approximately 30 mph. Driver was able to maintain control and pulled over to the side.
Left rear tread separated at 70-75mph, causing damage tovehicle.
While traveling at approximately 70 miles per hour, the tire tread separated. This tire was original equipment on the ford explorer.( dot number: )
Pe 00 020/trie tread separation: 1996 ford explorer, after market equipment,dot# vnhl1pm245, and tire sizep235/75r15.both front tires had tread separation. Firestone notified. Have two tires available for analysis. Please provide any further details.
I had three tires lose the entire center tread on my previous vehicle (90 ford explorer) while traveling aroung 70mph. All three were within a month of each other. The first tire that went caused damage to my vehicle body that was reported to my insurance.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tire tread delaminated./vehicle rolled multiple times. ( dot number: vdhl1pm116 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone atx (p235/75r15) tire tread came off while driving.nlm
Right rear tire has two cracks in tread that are wide enough to see the cord.the cracks are close to the sidewall but still on the tread portion.another tire has a crack in the sidewall that is close to the tread.you cannot see the cord but it you pull it apart it goes deep at an angle. (dot number: vd60at4tiresize: 31x10.5r15)
While traveling from orlando to ft. Lauderdale to visit my family on thanksgiving day, 1999, the tire tread in the front passenger side tire separated suddenly while at highway speed (about 65 - 70 mph) on i-95 near jupiter, florida.vehicle pulled to the right and was hard to control.luckily, there was no car to the right (my wife and i were in the left lane) and no accident occurred.we changed the tire roadside, and had both front tires replaced the next day at tire kingdom at lauderdale by the sea.there was also damage to the wheel well caused by the peeled away tire, which we had fixed at a later date during routine maintenance at greenway ford in orlando.the mechanic at tire kingdom said that it was unusual that the tread came off without causing a blowout.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While traveling in a 1993 ford explore, (aftermarket tire,dot# & tire size unavailable,vehicle started to vibrate at 35-40 mph.noticed left rear tire tread was separating. Please provide any further details.
Pe00020, original equipment on 1996 explorer. While driving 60 mph in morning at 6:00 am,rear driver's side tire tread came apart, causing occupant to lose control ofvehicle and hit a tree which totaled the vehicle. Police report said it was driver's error, and the tire did not have enough air.
00 t 005 000/tread separation: dealer (sunrise metro ford; north hollywood, ca; phone # 818/980-9800) refused to honor manufacturer recall 00t005 concerningtire size p235/75r15, dot# h4bndfa478. Seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. Ak
I have had two different "thread peels" on these tires.in one case, the tire blew and i almost lost control of the vehicle.damage that time was $924 because the thread caused damage to my left rear panel. Firestone replaced the tire and paid for the damage.this was around jan of 1999.this january, 2000, i lost another tire but this time the tire went down more slowly and did not cause any damage.firestone again replaced my tire and i was paid this april 2000.in both cases, i was driving at 70mph and the tires went out after i was driving over 350 miles.i have asked firestone to remove these tires and replace them with another brand.i have an appointment with firestone wed.( dot number: )
Firestone tire tread separation occurred on i-75 near bradenton, fl, in last october.without warning, the tread separated at highway speed and wrapped around rear axle.i briefly lost control and narrowly avoided flipping the vehicle.the tire never deflated.my 8-year old son was with me at the time.this occurred on a weekend, and the following monday i brought the tire into the firestone dealership in palm bay, florida.the manager described the failure as "de-vulcanization" of the tread, and mention that it should never have happened.i filed a claim through thhe firestone's insurance for the damaged that occurred to my emergency brake and quarter-panel.firestone processed the claim and paid for the damages which i had repaired totally $800.they made me mail them the failed tire, but i did take photos and copied the claim paperwork.the set of atx tires, which were my second set, had about 40,000 miles on them at the time, and were in great shape.firestone compensated me for the failed tire, but because i was now uncomfortable with the other three, and replaced them, all with bridgestones, at my own cost.( dot number: )
Consumer has a 93 ford explorer.rear driver side tire blewout while going 70mph. There was damage todriver's side wheel well.consumer replaced them with another brand. Original tires had 57,000 miles.tire size p235/75r15. Dot#unknown.
Pe00020, original equipment on 1989 gmc, atx, 23 degree, p22575r16, dot vd113n3. All four tires have cracks along tread line and chipped off rubber/coming off, indicating a problem with tread.please provide further information.
Engineers report by certified professionals determined that the tire was manufactured defectively in that the tread was not properly bonded to the belts, which allowed the tread to become separated from the belts, altering the structural integrity of the tire.this separation caused the vehicle to flip five times, totaling the vehicle and injuring the driver.the accident occurred in texas, in hot weather and on a highway.the faulty tire was only 5 months old.( dot number: vdhl1pm126 tire size: p235/75r15 )
We were going on vacation and 2 tires had the tread peeled off and the 3rd had a bubble ready to blow.family of 4, twoadults and 2 children. Luckly we had no accidents so we did not report this to the police. Currently speaking with firestone for reimbursement of damages/expenses due to defective tires.we are the drivers of the truck , it is registered to my parents. Please correspond with usjose and dagmar cifuentes 305-386-6883 e-mail listed above.we still have the tires and tread that had peeled off in our possesion. But for firestone to process the claim they are requesting them.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving at 60 mph consumer heard a loud explosion and the vehicle veered to the left.vehicle ended up in a gully facing oncoming traffic. Consumer examined the vehicle and found that the tread peeled completely off of the right rear tire.
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: vehicle experienced a right rear tread separation while traveling in a 1996 ford explorer, originalequipmen) at 5o mph, tire size p235/75r15, anddot# unavailable. No injuries was reported / $500.00 in rear end damages.firestone notified. Please provide any further details.
While travelining northbound on i/5 in near bakersfield, california, the tread completely separated from the tire.the tire caused damage to the l/front and l/side of the car.claim has been made with firestone( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Recall # 00t00500o firestone/tread separation:when tires were replaced under recall, owner was charged $135.00 for labor changes for tire alignment. Owner has a 1996, ford, explorer.
Firestone atx tireson a gmc suburban. Right rear tire tread separated from the tire at 65mph, causing damage tovehicle.
Driving home from school on interstate 20my car started to shake. I reduced the speed of my vehicle from about 68 mph to 60 mph. Then i heard a loud pop and my car started to fishtail across three lanes of traffic, missing a tractor trailer by about one foot. I finally handled the truck and pulled onto the side of the interstate. I proceeded to get out of my vehicle to try to control my nerves and try to figure out what happened. I walked over to the rear passenger side of my vehicle and the entire tread of my tire was gone. It was strewn about. The tire other than the tread was in perfect condition. It was the full size spare on the car when i bought it and it had only been driven on for aprox. 6 months with no problems.i proceeded to look at the side of my vehicle and my sidestep was missing, and my car was dented up. It looks terrible. The scratches start at the rear passenger door and went all the way to the back of the vehicle. I do not have the money to fix my car. The incident was not my fault. My car is well taken care of. I have to take care of it because i have three children. This is my only mode of transportation. The firestone that was on my car ismodel, p235/75 r15 atx. It has the beginning dot letters vd from decatur, illinois. I have a 1996 ford explorer.
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:1994 ford explorer , original equipment/ p235/75r15/ dot# unavailabe. Tire tread separation while traveling onhighwayat 70 mph.dealer notified, and repairs/replacement made. Please provide any further details.
Was looking for new tires for explorer, when came upon describtion of troubles with firestone atx's.we have had three fail, and this one today was while i was driving.a piece of the tread came off, leaving a bare tube(?).managed to get home, at that point, tire went flat.?these are dangerous tires!( dot number: )
Pe00020,orginal equipment on 1996 explorer .while driving at highway speed, there was an explosion sound inwhichpassenger's rear tire treadseparated,causingdamage to rear end, and tire stall inflated. Firestone checked tire pressure which was normal. Please provide further information.
In august of 1999 we were travelling on i-80 from hastings to lincoln, ne when we heard a loud noise from the back of the car.we stopped, and upon inspection, we found that a chunk of tread had blown off of our right rear tire.when we got home, we had the tire store replace that tire and the next worst one.the staff at the tire store said that the other tire being replaced also had a bubble and was not far from separating also.we didn't hink much more about it.then, on 8/2/99, we are again on i-80 headed from hastings to omaha.we notice that the car is shimmying/vibrating with increasing magnitude.when we stop to inspect, we notice that there are no flats, but that the tread of the one tire is beginning to separate, so we change it.it is another firestone atx.that night, in our hotel room, we open the paper to read that there seems to be a troublesome trend with firestone atx tires on the ford explorer.we are glad we had no more troubles than we did, but wonder if firestone has a problem that they need to look atx.( dot number: w1hlat5057 tire size: p235 75r15 )
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:left rear tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at highway speed of 65 mph with driver only in a 1994, ford explorer with original equipment,p235/75r15, and dot# unavailable. Firestone notified. Please provide further details.
While driving the left front tire suddenly shedded part of the outer covering, leaving steel wires exposed (firestone atx).nlm
Pe00020, original equipment with 1994 explorer,rearpassenger tire tread came apart about 8-9 inch long which almost caused a crash.please provide further information.
Since these tires were officially recalled yesterday (8/9/00), we have contacted the dealer where we purchased the vehicle.they stated that it will probably take up to six months before we are contacted and can begin to rectify the problem.i feel this is unacceptable.my wife and children use this vehicle primarily and i am concerned about the dangers.is the information from the dealer correct?i have been trying to get through to the firestone hotline 800#, but cannot get through for any further information.any info you could give me would be appreciated.( dot number: tire size: p175r15 )
Pe00020,both fronttire treads wore out.had to be replaced at 43,000 miles.please provide further information.
Tread separation caused rollover of suv and death of child. Tread wear at time of crash was 25,000 miles.( dot number: w2hlimo204 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Firestone atx tire experienced tread separation while driving causing damage to the body panel behind the tire.nlm
Follow a long weekend trip, i noticed a large section of the outside tread was missing from the rear passenger side tire revealing the steel belt.it is was the original equipment tire, the firestone atx, that came with the explorer which we purchase new in '96.the missing piece was at least five inches in length and two inches wide. I immediately replaced the damaged tire with the matching spare. In early june i replace the entire set of firestone tires with another brand.at that time i was told by a discount tire employee the damage was probably caused by hitting a large pothole (which i didn't believe.)please add our complaint to your file surrounding the firestone tires.we have a two-year old son who we drove around exclusively in the explorer.thank god nothing happen, but i will always remember the delay ford and firestone displayed with this recall.( dot number: tire size: 235 )
The firestone atx tire on the vehicle experienced shredding and blowout. *mjs
Tread seperated from tire.fortunately i cought it in the beginning stages and replaced the tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
I was driving at freeway speed, when i heard a "flop flop" loud noise. I pulled to the right and found that the tread was in 1 long strip, still attatched to part of the tire. The tire was not completely flat, but not driveable. A local sheriff deputy stopped to help me. He thought that i had a "re-tread" tire. I tod him that it was the original spare.he told me to contact the dealer and firestone.i did. They said they couldn't help me.the damage to my suv, was to the left rear fender, left passenger door, and trim.i have since replaced all tires and kept 1 of the original firestone tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe00020,aftermarket p23575r15 with less than 1,000 miles.rear passenger rear tire tread came off and flew into the rear end ofvehicle. Tire still hadair in it, but no tread.please provide further information.
Consumer received several recall notifications on possible tread separation.however dealerships were not willing to perform repairs stating there were no recalls.
I was driving to work in the morningat about 75 miles per hour, when i heard a loud noise and my explorer became very hard to handle on the road.i was able to get to the shoulder of the road safely.i went to inspect the damage and found that the tread of my right front tire had completely peeled off.this created damage to the body of my vehicle.i t was a very frightening accident, but in reading other stories, i feel extremely fortunate.ooc.( dot number: )
Tread seperation and side wall bulging out.( dot number: tire size: 235r75/15 )
Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:left rear tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at hwy speed of 65 mph with driver only, in a 1995 ford explorer (aftermarket equipment install at 4,600; dot# unavailable; p235/75r15). Firestone notified and only replace on tire. Please provide any further details:
I had tires inspected per firestone recomendation due to current know issue. Firestone factory store found 2 of the 4 tires tread seperating. They offered no compensation except to sell me new tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
On two different occasions, a rear tire suffered a tread separation that caused extensive damage to the wheel well and nearly caused accidents. After the second one, i removed the remaining firestone tires and replaced all four with michelins.( dot number: ? tire size: ? )
On june 11, 1999 i was driving on route 571 in jackson, new jersey when my car started to shake.i pulled over to the side of the road.i got out and looked at my passenger side rear tire and the entire tread was seperated from the tire.i called my road side assistance allstate and had them come change the tire.at that time i only thought of this as a blow out due to the fact that i was carrying a heavire then normal load in my trunk.until the recall i did not realize what had actually happened to my tire. The read basically seperated from the tire it self.i had my spare tire put and i brought the car to sears who sold me another firestone atx tire.currently, i am very upset that the new jersey recalls may not even happen for year.this is happening here to and it is a problem which needs to be corrected with no delays.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Under normal driving conditions the tread came off from the left front tire. Damage that occured: left front fender, left cowl, left rocker moldings, left front blinker, left front moldings around the fog light.( dot number: vdhl 1pm tire size: 235/75r15m )
While traveling down highway at about 75 mph, tread separated from tire, causing damage to vehicle.tire did not deflate, no injuries.firestone has been contacted, seeking reimbursement for damage.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )
Reporting tires was notice with problem; on a 1992 ford explorer (original equipment; p235/75r15; dot# w1hlat53171), please provide more details information of this matter.
Pe 00-020; original tires of ford explorer 1994,dot vnhl1n0284 p23575r15. Consumer's parents wwere driving at approximtely 70-75 mph whenright rear tire tread separated and fell off, causing driver to lose control of vehicle/ run off road, and roll over, resulting in two fatalities.tires had about 37,546 miles on it.
I was driving on i20 at approx. 50 mph when the tread came off the left rear tire, causing damage to the left rear of the vehicle.(no injury occurred.)i had been to the firestone office in tyler, tx twice since the recall.the first time they looked at the tires and saw that they were already beginning to break loose, but had no tires to replace them, so they put my name on the list.last friday i checked to see when they would have the tires.they refused to even look at the condition of the tires then, just said that there were about 140 more ahead of mine.they said that my name was #2 on the atx list, but that wilderness ats were the only ones they were changing out now.they said it would be 2 more weeks before my number would come up, even though i told them again that the tread was already coming loose and that i drive 50 miles a day back and forth to work on highways.( dot number: vnhl1pm095 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Two atx firestones tires peeled off two different occasions. Tread came apart from the tire. Consumer will fill inadditional details.
Tread separationoccurred, identical to those seen on television, causing tread to become stuck on undercarriage of vehicle, end of tread coming up and striking tailgate of vehicle, causing body damage.reported to and documented by state farm insurance as a collision claim.( dot number: )
Spare tire exploded in the spare tire compartment, on a 1985 chevrolet blazer (original equipment; dot# vdulf37404; p205/75r15) tire available for analysis. Please feel free to provide any further details:
Left rear firestone atx tread separated from belt while travelling at highway speed.the vehicle was safely stopped by the side of the road with no other vehicles involved.the resulting damage to the left rear quarterpanel from the tire tread separation amounted to $3300 in body repairs.( dot number: )
A portion of the tread came off the tire, with the remaining flap of tire beating on my side molding and rear fender.the tire did not blow out.i had been driving for only a short distance (at night) and without any load or other occupants.note: the dot code provided is from the last remaining oem firestone on the vehicle (which is being used as the spare).other tires were replaced after the incident.vehicle is still shows damage from the incident.i was told by the ford dealers service representative (on the phone) that the tire was not under warranty and that my insurance would have to cover repairs.i chose to make minor repairs and did not report the failure other than verbally.( dot number: w2hl1mo284 tire size: p235/75r15 )
I was cruising the interstate at approx. 60/65 mph when the rear drivers-side tire tread separated from the wheel casing. The loose tread did serious damage to the wheel-well. ( dot number: tire size: 235/r15 )
This car was totaled.on the replacement explorer i got we also had to replace a tire that was loosing the tread.when we heard the latest incident we immediately replaced my tires with goodyear. We consider it a miracle that i wasn't hurt badly( dot number: wrecked tire size: p235/75r15 )
Dt*: the contact stated a nhtsa recall letter #00t005000 regarding tires:tread/belt was received on 10/07/06, and an authorized tire dealer refused to perform the recall.on 10/12/06, the tire was taken to the tire dealer who expressed that the contact needed to purchase a new tire, and the tire manufacturer would reimburse the costs.the recall stated that the defective tires would be replaced at no cost.the contact expressed to the tire dealer that a complaint would be taken by the nhtsa, and the dealer offered no resolution. Tire manufacturer: firestone. Tire line: atx. Size: p235/75r15.
This is the 6th tire that the tread has peeled off. The first few times it was the manufacturer's originals. I am reporting this one because it caused severe damage to the vehicle. This is an obvious defect in the tire.this last incident -- the tire only had 1100 miles on it. Caused us to skid and almost hit another vehicle.(ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )
I have the additional information at home ie. Dot number.firestone paid for the damages to our vehicle but did not replace the tires.we replaced all five tires at our own expense.these tires are very dangerous and something needs to be done about them.we were just lucky we weren't killed.we still have one of the defective tires at home, it has a bulge on it like it is getting ready to loose it's tread.please call if you would like the tire.( dot number: tire size: 75r15 )
I have had three firestone atx ii tires replaced prior to failing.all three had partial seperation (bulges).i also have terrible alignment problems with these tires, as they all pull in different directions.i can only mount them one way two cancel each other out.i am extremely disappointed with these tires, but hate to throw away the tread left on them.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )
I purchased 4 atx tires 04-28-1997 from the firestone tire center,6783 w. Canyon ave, littleton co 80123.on july 17th, 1997 the right rear tire threw its tread while i was going aroun a curve on the highway.luckily there was no other trafficand i was able to keep the vehicle from rolling.the firestone dealer where i bought the tire blames the tread separation on a road hazard but they did replace the tire under warranty.( dot number: tire size: 235 75 15 )
While driving the car started to shake as if the front tire went flat.i got out to check it but it had air.i then thought that the road could have been bumpy but in fact it was not.i made an appointment to have the tire changed and by the next day 3 of the 4 tires needed to be changed.the technician at the tire store told me that the belts were broken in the tires and they were shaped like eggs.i replaced all 4 tires for the car could not be driven as it was.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving 70mphtirest read separated, and two tiress blewout.first was on the right rear, and second was the left rear. Tires have been replaced with same kind.
Tire size p23575r15; while driving at approximately 70 mphright rear tire tread separated, causing loss of control. Vehicle rolled over several times, and 7 passengers were seriously injured.insurance company allstate has possession of tire.
Pe00020, tire size p19580r15, dot;front passenger's tire tread cameoff which almost caused a crash.firestone not willing to help.please provide further information.
We purchased our 1994 explorer in dec. 1993. We immediately started having trouble with the car. It would vibrate at a higher rate of speed. We took the car to the dealer and they told us that it was a built-in vibration and that we would be contacted by ford . We also took the car to firestone and told them this story, they balanced the tiresand told us to go back to ford. Every time we went back to ford they told us some story that theywere working on the problem and that ford was going to send them a kit to correct the vibration. We waited...we went back to firestone and they rotated and balanced the tires again. After manyyears of getting the run around from everyone involved we finally purchased new tires and shocks and suddenly the problem went away. Now that all this information has come to light about ford and firestone covering up these problems we may have saved our lives. We would like to be reimbursed for the cost of the tires we bought. We still have the original spare. I contacted firestone about the tires and they told us that since we replaced them before the recall it was to bad, try calling ford. I called ford and they said they wouldn't do anything. We have all our paperwork to back this up. Please let us know if we can do anything.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
The tire tread blew off flattened the tire and caused the vehicle to go out of control but no other vehicles were on the road at the time of incident.( dot number: )
Firestone, atx,p235/75r15, dot unknown, replacement equipment on a 1991, ford explorer , 25000 miles on tires. Driving about 55 mph front right tire had blowen out, tread separation. Prior to blowout consumer felt vibration in vehicle.
In august of 1999 i had a tire separating on my explorer, i replaced all 4 tires in the same month at firestone. I received a recall notice the following year.i turned in the required info and was denied because it happened before jan 2000. I guess if i had be injured or killed firestone would accept my claim of 324.00 for the tire replacement expence. I am not happy with there responce. (dot number: vdhltiresize: p235/75r15)
Original tires on a 1997, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: vnhl. Tread has started to separate on three of the tires.
Rear right tire tread separated from tire.the tire size isp235/75 r15.vehicle was driven at 65 mph.tire was the original tire when the vehicle was purchased. Vehicle is a 1996 ford truck explorer.
On may 30, 2000, i was headed to tucson on i-10 from phoenix going 75 mph and passing another car when i heard this loud sound coming from my vehicle.i immediatly started breaking and got over into the right-hand lane and then onto the shoulder.i could not believe my eyes when i had seenwhat my tire had done.the whole middle of the tire was gone.someone was looking over my shoulder that day because not only was i not hurt but i was right by a truck stop and there was a tire shop nearby.i limped over to it and they put on another tire for me and sent me on my way.i was not hurt, but the damage to my vehicle was extensive.i still have the tire.( dot number: vdhl1p8485 tire size: p235/75r15 )
While driving about 55mphtire's tread separated, causingloss of control.after completely stopping, tire was still inflated. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
00 t 005 000/tire separation: vehicle experienced a right rear tire tread separation at hwy speed 55 or more mph in a 1996 ford explorer (original equipment; p235/75r15; dot# vdh11pm146). Please provide any further details:
While driving felt likevehicle hit a dog, butfront right tread had ripped off.
Tread on the right rear tire spontaneously separated from the tire body which caused the vehicle to veer out of control across the highway and onto the shoulder where it flipped several times.the driver and front seat passenger were ejected from the vehicle during the flips and fatally injured.the passanger in the back seat, though seriously and severly injured, survived.( dot number: vdhl1pm116 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Tire lost all tread tearing up the side of my vehicle at the same time.( dot number: tire size: 235/70/r15 )
Pe00-020;radial atx, dot w1h1at5418 ,size p 23575r15, consumer was driving at approximately 65 mph on the highway when vehicle started to shake. Tread from top of the rear driver's side tire came off, and got entangled in wheel, causing damage . Tire never lostair .tire was a spare, and was only used for 6,000 miles.
I no longer own this truck, hence the missing information.i was driving at high speed on a nice sunny 70- some degree day when a part of the tread peeled off and the sidewall blew out. I was able to steer to the shoulder and stop, with significant difficulty.i did not know this info might be significant until now.i was not in a southern state in hot weather. The tire was only six months old, i had ruined the original equipment tire at a construction site.( dot number: )
The owner of the vehicle was traveling in the left lane on i-85 just north of atlanta.the speed of the vehicle was 70 mph.the left rear tire of the vehicle made a noise that sounded like the tread came off of it.the tire blew a few seconds later.this caused the vehicle to lose control.the vehicle traveled from the left lane to the guard rail which was on the right.the vehicle hit the guard rail, causing the airbags to deploy, then it jumped over the gaurd rail.the vehicle overturned several times and hit several trees.the vehicle came to rest in a tree aproximately 73 from where it originally struck the guardrail.the driver and the passenger where both injured and were taken to the hospital.the vehicle was declared to be totaled by an insurance adjuster.( dot number: )
I had three firestone tires fail on my ford exporer between 8/98 & 4/99.the first two time were while traveling at speed on the highway, from which i was able to safely and without incident pull off the road. Both of these failures were catastrophic with the entire tire falling apart.the third failure was simply the tire going flat.this tire had visual cracks on the sidewall just below the tread. All three failures where indicative of tread separation.the first two were preceeded by the vechile riding roughly.shortly after each incident i replaced the bad tire with the firestone atx or atx ii as this was the manufacture's (ford's) original equipment.the exact dates of the incidents are estimated based on the tire replacement reciepts.( dot number: tire size: 235575r15 )
I was (a 53 yr old woman) driving alone thru the desert, pulling a travel trailer (2,500 lbs) when the tread suddenly peeled off my front right tire .it was daytime, july, hot and i was going about 60 mph.luckily i was able to stop with out injury or damage.i immediately replaced all 4 tires because of my distrust of the them.the dot listed is off one of the tires( that i now have as a spare)--i don't have the one that peeled.i asked the tire people to save the best of the 4 for a spare.i am furious that i risked my life on tires that were known as defective.( dot number: w2hl imo 3 tire size: p23575r15 )
While driving 85 mphtread onright rear tire separated, causing damage to vehicle. Firestone has inspectedtire. Please provide further information.
Original equipment on 1996 ford explorer.rear driver's side tire tread came apart,which almost caused a crash.please provide further information.
Patrick query was killed on us 95 near melbourne florida when the tread seperated from his right front tire on july25, 1999. We are his parents who are reporting this accident.dale and kay query.the address and phone numbers provided above are ours.we would like to know how to get in touch with the group who have started the class action lawsuit.no family should have to endure what we have when it can be prevented.( dot number: tire size: p235r15 )
Original tires and replacement tires on a 96 explorer. Front passenger's tire belt separated from both sets of tires.
Twenty minutes into a 65 mph speed the right rear tread separated from the tire body causing a loud noise. The tire did not lose any air. The incident occurred at mid-day on a pleasent sunny day in central florida. There were no injuries only fright. The tire was original equipment on my 1991 ford explorer. The firestone manager told me the tread separation was due to the tires age since it was manufactured in march 1991. I bought a new set of four atx replacement tires after hearing the firestones' manager's comments. If they stay in one piece they give mileage over 90,000 miles which no other tire can match, maybe that's why the tread comes off -- it's too heavy with tread. ( dot number: )
I had tread separation on two tires within a week. First incident was reported to firestone. Report#017116. Second incident will be reported on monday 6-28-99. I am not taking any more chances. I am replacing remaing 2 front tires and the damaged tires today. I want firestone to pay for all bad tires. I want you to investigate, this is serious. If you need anymore information let me know. Thanks. ( dot number: vdhl1pm tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe-00-020; replacement tires on 1986, ford f150, tire size 31.1050r15lt, dot number vd60at4312. Tires only had 10 thousand miles on them. Consumer has noticed all four tireswere developing cracks/splitsat the seam oftire tread. Consumer contacteddealer, dealer was charging forreplacement tires. Please provide any further details.
As i was driving on i-85 n.the left rear tread of the tires came off, causing me to lose control of my vehicle.the toyota 4 runner was destroyed i was very fortunate.i rotated and balanced my tires on a regular basis.the weather was clear, and dry. These tires need to be thoroughly investigated. ( dot number: tire size: 195r15 )
Tire remained inflated (later checked to confirm correct inflation pressure); tread separated completely, damaged vehicle, lodged around axle in wheel well. ( dot number: vdhl1pm136 tire size: p235/75r15 )
Pe00020; tire tread separation: while driving 65 mph, on a parkway in new jersey, there was a blowout onfront driver's side tires. No other passengers were in the truck. Driver was not injured.tire size p23575r15, not originalequipment. Firestone was not contacted about the tire. Owner replaced all tires with bf goodrich tires.
Tread came off of tire causing driver to lose control.was hit in rear by another vehicle causing the explorer to roll over 3-4 times.( dot number: )
Reporting cracking around the port where the tread meet the sidewalldiscover on two of the four original equipment; p255/70r16; dot# unavailable. Please provide any further details:
After market tires p265/75r15 size . Tread separated at low speeds on two separate occasions onrear tire.tires were replaced.
Pe00020, aftermarket tires on explorer 1993, while driving 70 mph and about hour,passenger rear tire shredded completely with tread coming apart causing damage to the rear and exhaust system.also the driver rear tread seemed to come apart which was making noise. Occupant could not drive over 30 mph.
I was travelling on i-75 at the tennessee/georgia border at 75 mph when my right rear tire had a blowout.i kept control of the vehicle and when got out and inspected the situation, i was suprised to see that i still had my air but lost half of my tread on the tire.i went to a firestone dealer in atlanta and purchased 2 new tires.this tire had approximately 45,000 miles on it.i do rotate my tires every 8 - 10,000 miles.the 2 new tires i received were the same kind which is those that are being recalled.i haven't had my tires replaced yet since the recall and plan to do so soon.my question is who do i contact in regards to a claim for the damage that was done to my vehicle?i also trust that these firestone dealers across the country did not know about the problems with these tires in june nor the fact that your agency had initiated an investigation.please call.i do have 3 pictures of my treadless tire and the receipts from the dealer in atlanta. Thank you( dot number: any tire size: p235/75r15 )
The tread separated from 2 of the original tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )
Tires original equipment on a 96 explorer.while driving 60mphright front tire tread separated, causing damage tovehicle.firestone has paid for the repairs of the vehicle.
The failure occurred on interstate 10 in tempe, arizona at approximately 12 noon. At the time i was a resident of tempe, arizona for 12 years. The failure was a sudden and complete tread separation of the right rear tire without any warning whatsoever. The age of the tire and tread wear is unknown. I was the only occupant of the vehicle at the time. I maintained control of the vehicle and brought it to a stop without difficulty. No other report is available. I paid to replace the tire at a firestone dealer. Other information: i have observed other quality problems with this model tire including tires getting out of balance soon after purchase and partial tread separation on tires with heavy wear.( dot number: n/a tire size: p235/75r15 )
The tread on my tire came off and sent me sideways and almost caused an accident and when i finely got stopped and looked at my truck it had caved my back right rear quarterpanel in and ripped out the plastic lining that goes under the fender and i would like somone to take care of my problem since it was a firestone atx it just wasnt the size you guys announced it is a 215/75r/15. It had happened to me twice i still have my tires if you what to see them. Could you please reply a.s.a.p norma holden. (tiresize: 215/75r/15)
This is another case of firestone atx tread separation and fatal rollover of a ford exploer.i understand through our local cbs affiliate that this agency has opened a preliminary investigation of this defect.if nhtsa truly stands behind thier motto, "people saving people"then you must put consumer safety first by recalling these tires on these vehicles.by allowing ford and firestone to avoid an expensive recall, our government is standing by as people die.all this in the name of money.you must be well aware of the millions of dollars being paid to victem's families to keep this issue out of the courtroom.if your waiting for ford and firestone to recall these tires out of the goodness of their hearts and to save lives, keep waiting. Our only hope is nhtsa.this agency has the ability to save lives.please do it.( dot number: )
While picking up speed from a high clearance dirt road to a 2 lane paved road consumer felt the car vibraing intensly slowed down,pulled over and noticed that the passenger side rear firestone atx (p235/75r15) tire completely shredded with the tread pulled away completely.nlm
Firestoneatx tires original equipment on a 94 explorer. Rear lefet tire tread separated fromtire. Tire size:p235/75r15.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.( dot number: dhl1pm116 )
Problems with firestone radial atx tire equipment.*mr*mr
I have contacted firestone about this failure and have been stonewalled at every turn. I keep explaining that i replaced the tires at my onw cost over a 1 year ago and they keep asking me to send it to me. Need some help to get them to respond constructively.( dot number: don't know tire size: ? )
The temperature gauge reads cold all the time, the engine whistles sometimes at low speed and idle and the condensor went up - all pretty much at the same time these started. (tiresize: p3575r)( dot number:tire size: p3575r )
No summary listed for above vehicle.( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )
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