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No summary listed for above vehicle.(tiresize: p235/75515)

Took seat belt to be repaired 3 or 4 times and ended up being ordered and wrecked before getting it replaced. Tire on right rear shredded and front right and left rear blewout. It was a rollover accident front to rear and side rollover and airbags didn't come out.my 5 1/2 year old daughter was thrown and killed in the wreck.( dot number: )

On 3/13/2001 was involved in an mvc when another vehicle pulled out in front of the vehicle i struck off road.i was traveling aprox. 40-45mph when i applied the brakes immediately and slid aprox. 75 feet on road and continued to slide off road for another 50 feet when i collided with the other vehicle. Abs system never kicked in,and the vehicle slid uncontrolled until collision with injuries to myself when the seat belt did not hold my body and allowed me to travel forward striking the steering wheel with the air bag not deploying with a frontal impact and sudden deceleration.(tiresize: 245/75r16)

My family and i are afraid to ride in this vehicle. (dot number: vdtiresize: 235/75/r15)

No summary listed for above vehicle. (dot number: unkowntiresize: 22575)

Please note that brandon ford has not helped me resolve some of these issues. No safety defect mentioned in summary. (tiresize: 26516)( dot number:tire size: 26516 )

The 2000 silverado has to be a blunder by general motors. The truck has bad tires, the engine has used oil since day one . The engine has a deep knocking noise in the lower part and a tapping noise in the upper part . The engine has a miss at idle and no matter how much diagnostic equipment you hook up to the truck you can't find the reason, but after checking i have found that all the 99 and 2000 silerado's with the 5.3 have had a strange miss/vibration. There are so many more problems that i can't explain them all within this comment section. . note the truck only has 8,592 miles. General motors has got a major problem with these trucks . Gm trucks have really gone down hill .gm customers need to be able to get ahold of some upper level management to discuss their problems and address theirconcerns ontimely manner. (tiresize: p265/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r16 )

Ihave lost controll of this vehicle several times due to the steering and overall handling ,my tires are also playing a roll in this i beleave this problem is much more pronounced in rain or snow . I feel this vehicle is very unsafe for myself and my children! i've already had the vehicle into auburn motor sales for6 days for complaints of lack&surge of power,bad sulfer smell at idle rolling idle(up&down), extremely poor gas mileage. The dealership was unable to diognose problem. As of today i've lost 21 days of use ,on a vehicle i've only hadabout4 and a half monthsknow they say i need an engine that i'm still waiting on. I told the dealership i didn't feel this vehicle was safeand wanted it replaced .i got know where, when they found out i got lemon law paperwork they told me ford would not do anything about it pursue it through the state. I don't see how they can tell you that you are stuck when you purchased a new vehicle and it has compromised your safety time&time again! my salesman told me to look at the bright side i was still here to talk about it!!! i don't find this very amusing ,i wonder if ford knows how he feels in my opinion he was telling me i could of been dead!!!brenda. (tiresize: 255/70/16)( dot number:tire size: 255/70/16 )

Consumer states4 tires and 1 spare which are firestone wilderness at 15 inch tire(s) (dot # unknown) original equipment are highly defective.consumer replaced them due to safety concerns, however manufacturer will not reimburse or replace tires stating the campaign was over.the fuel pump was replaced 2 times and the air condition was replaced. Updated.

Pe-00-020-tires were replaced underrecall. Spare tire was also replaced. When replacingspare tiredealer somehow broke the spare tire holder, and refused to replace it.please provide any further details.

While using my turn signals turning left i noticed the flasher on the dash had frozen and that smoke was pouring out of the hazard flasher button and also out of the base of the turn signal stem. This can be repeated almost every time i use the left turn signal. The dealship will be looking at it on 10/27/2000. (dot number: vdhl)

Transmission problem:at 40 mph going downhill unknowingly went into neutral and accelerating to maintain speed went over 3000 rpm. Normally at that speed 1400 rpm. Transmission bolt missing. Found by owner after dealer performed oil change.no paint scratched where bolt would have been if there was a bold there from manufacturer.dealer replaced bolt at no charge. Hot front brake left side & tire feels hot - noticed by smell from left side - right side front no heat or smell. Found after traveling 60 mph and wheel & tire hot to touch.dealer examined all brakes, claimed all normal, even brake pad wear on all brakes and found no abnormal conditions, but no problem since they dealer looked at this. (tiresize: 265/16)( dot number: tire size: 265/16 )

See description from another dissatisfied owner at odi id: 702324. No safety defect listed in summary.( dot number:)

Tires:developed a vibration as though there was a bump on a tire on the vehicle.i had this checked on several occasions at the delership and at the firestone store in our area.the dealership tells me everytime i take it in that the tires need rotated.these tires must have been rotated on 10 different occasions by either myself or the dealership.this does not change the bumping but did seem to alter the origination point of the vibration.brakes: the brakes continue to squeel and on two occasions faded as though there were no brakes.the dealership states they can't find the problem.this was checked several times.4wd:the computer would throw the 4wd in and out of operation while driving down the road at any speed.at first the dealership could not find the problem.later they determined that it was the computer.it still appears to do this on occasion but it is difficult to tell with the other bumps and vibrations caused by the tires.both the dealership and firestone have looked at the tires which still have good tread and stated they were fine. All of these have been present since the vehicle was new and have been checked on numerous occasions throughout our ownership.this is a leased vehicle.otherwise it would be gone! (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

I was driving at about 30mph,aloud humming noise started,and my abs light came on.i turned off the ignition,but the noise continued.i found the humming noise coming from under the truck,on the drivers side,under door area.there is a black"box" with 2 electrical plugs.it was necessary to pull one of the plugs to get the humming to stop.but now my abs light and my brake lights are on all the time on dash.took the truck to original dealership,and was told that the abs pump and module both went bad.i was told that the cost to repairs would be $1685.66.i just can't believe that both parts went bad.the truck is only 2 years old.now i am driving with my truck in this condition,because i don't have enough available cash on hand to have the repairs done.(2) both drivers side and passenger side windows rattle when they are down.it doesn't matter how far down the windows are.i'm waiting for them to break.it sounds as if they are ready to fall off the track.this has been a problem since i purchased the truck.i told the dealer about it ,but nothing was ever done to correct the problem.(3)also,on the front passenger door,there is an air leak when i am driving,again told dealer,and nothing was done.(4)on the third door on right side,rear,water leaks in around glass.took it back to dealer,& was told they couldn't find the reason for the water leak.still continues to leak,when it rains or i wash the truck.another problem i have is with the truck hydroplaneing in the rain.this has also been going on since i purchased truck new in feb.1999.lost total control on one occasion.truck went completely sideways on roadway.i was traveling at about 50mph.,in a 60mph zone.i was in traffic at the time,the other vehicles around me realzed the situation,and backed off giving me room.when i finally regained control,i pulled off of the highway.i was very badly shaken from the experience (tiresize: p265-75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265-75r16 )

Vehicle just turned twenty five thousand miles and needed brakes and rotors. While driving there was pulsation, anddifficult stopping. Took vehilce to the dealer. They wanted to chargeconsumer$800.00 for repairs. *tc

I have already reported the tire failure that i will refer to, and would like to report the behavior of the brakes.when driving at 65 to 70 mph, the cruise control was set, and we were going down a moderate grade when the left front tire blew out.i maintained directional control and attempted to apply moderate braking.the brake pedal remained firm, but i got no brake effectivness(not reduced brakeing -- zero brakes!)so i stepped harder on the brakes and still there was no deceleration -- no brakes at all, in fact, because we were going down hill, i cannot even be certian that the cruise control switched off.assuming that the lack of brakes had to be related to the abs malfunctioning, i took all pressure offthe brake pedal and switched off the ignition switch, then i reapplied gentle pressure to the brakes and the brakes worked normally.to recap:after the tire blew, i had no brakes with the engine running, after switching off the ignition switch the brakes worked normally.i estimate that 3 to 5 seconds elapsed from when the blow out occured to when i switched off the ignition.when i got the vehicke stopped on the shoulded of the road there was very little left of the tire and there was substantial damage to the outer bead of the wheel rim.no other damage to the vehicle was evident, and after installing the spare tire the brakes functioned normally.several days later the local ford dealer checked the brakes and abs and found it to be normal.i told the service representative about the brake problem, and he told me that the problem i described couldn't have happened.i assure you -- it happened as i have described. (dot number: vdlhip4447tiresize: p235/75r15)

At low speeds of 20-35mph when braking vehicle slides & swerves, brakes shakes.

At 20-35mph when braking vehicle slowly, brakes grind excessively, vehicle slides and swerves.

They do not wear even, and do not stay balanced!unsafe design, how do i get them replaced?i fear for my family!!! (tiresize: 245/65/16)( dot number:tire size: 245/65/16 )

We have firestone wilderness at p265/75r16 114s m/s tires on our 1999 chev 1/2 ton pickup truck.2 of the tires had to be replaced at our cost as tires received on new vehicles are not covered by road hazard warranty.we have also had 3 flat tires.all of the problems appear to be due to rocks puncturing the tires.we do some driving on gravel roads in our area and these tires apparently can't be driven on gravel roads safely.i would guess that we are lucky to br alive with such poor quality tires on the truck.i wrote to firestone about the problems with these tires on january 22, 1999 (firestone technical services, 2100 international parkway, woodbridge, il 60517) complaining about the 2 replacements (the replaced tires were almost new then) that were necessary, but never heard from them.in my opinion, these tires should be added to the recall.i would be happy to provide documentation for the above if you request it.thank you.bob johnston, 83 voyageurs point, grand marais, mn 55604, 218-388-4425, [email protected]. ( dot number: tire size: p265/75r16 )

While driving on highway, steering became wobbly & i pulled over.the tire collapsed just as i reached side of highway.wife and infant were passengers.called aaa & assisted by passing patrol car.brought the tire to firestone dealer in natick, ma who *refused* to replace the tire for free and told me i must have driven over something.i traded in the ford six months later for a lexus. ( dot number: )

The contact owns a 1999 ford expedition.the vehicle has firestone wilderness at tires.while driving 70 mph, the spare tire blew out.the contact was able to drive the vehicle to a repair shop and had the tire changed.it was also discovered that the fender was folded under the vehicle near the fuel line.the tire size and dot number were unknown.the failure mileage was 200,000.updated 8/10/09 updated 08/13/09.

My new car is currently in the garage/dealer while the service manager is trying to attain additional help to solve the problem of my vehicle not starting on a consistant basis.originally the problem started when the dealer programmed a newly purchased spare key in december.programming for the key had to be done more than once while my husband waited an additional hour and viewed the service personal push our vehicle back into the service bay.he was told there was a problem programming the new key.later in the month, the car would not start (2 incidents-6 trys).on the next trip to the dealer to have other warranty work done, i waited five and a half (5 1/2) hours overall and was informed that they could duplicate the problem with all three (3) keys.later i was told that the problem was corrected and i soon returned home.about one and a half (1 1/2) hours after the fix, the car would not start again for 15 hours (various trys).the dealer arranged a free rental car and was to have my car towed that monday morning.the keys were left in the ignition over night and the car started the next morning.i agreed to try a temporary fix suggested to the dealer by mazda tech support.three (3) weeks later, the car started having the same problems and the temporary fix did not work. What did get the car to work was the opening and closing of the driver door or unlocking and locking with keyless entry.i recorded (35 witnessed) malfunctions.the car was taken back to the dealer last monday for a new mazda tech suggested reprogramming of the keys.upon my return thursday while waiting for the twice requested written documentation about the temporary fix and the new reprogramming the running car was brought to the service entrance. When tested it went dead again. Service manager and i both witnessed.the vehicle was kept and tested for electrical shorts-none found. In conclusion my car has not started consistantly over a span of three months.

These are the original equipment on a ford explorer 1999, p23575r15 truck rides very rough/ it shakes so badly that it will spill things over, and dash would shake.

Car rolled over, do to uneven wear of the tires in front and in rear and possiable defect in suspension system (tiresize: 255/70r/16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70r/16 )

Pe00020 original equipment on 1997 ford, explorer p255/70r16, dot w2c0.when driving in rain vevicle slides all over the road, all 4 tires have cracks going around the outside of the tire.

The single vehicle rollover crash occurred at approximately 1:38 p.m. On sunday, june 24, 2001, on u.s. Highway 67, eastbound, about ten [10] miles northeast of big lake, reagan county, texas.the explorer was owned and operated by joshua henry helbert w.(dot number: vdhl1py218tiresize: p235/75r15)

Pe00020, with about 300 miles, tire size p23575r15; a dealer checkedtire, but it wasnot part of the recall.while driving vehicle thumped very loudly which may indicate a problem with the tires.but there has been no visible problems with the tires.please provide further information.

Consumer states that the tires on a2001 chevrolet silverado bounced whiledriving.consumer took the vehicle to the mechanic to have them balanced, and was told the tires maybe recalled tires.the tires did not have bubbles or splits on them, they just vibrated and bounced while driving.wilderness at, size p265/75r16. All four tires were balanced time and time again, but the problem still existed. *ph

Call red hickey for important cause finding of tire wear in suspension 828 253 4311 he has investigated it on many explorers. As soon as you rotate your tires the trouble starts. The wear on our vehicle at both front is not the air preasure. Hickey says it is a ford design flaw known and ignored for years and overlooked by most shops. He is in the allignment business the last 40 years and known as an expert in the area for problems others can't fix. (dot number: w2hlipytiresize: p235/75r15)

I was one of the fortunate former owners of firestone wilderness at tires.on january 28,2000 i visited a local tire kingdom inc tire dealership in clearwater florida for a possible front end alignment and tire balancing because i was complaining about a vibration in my front end of my97 mercury mountaineer. I do mostly highway driving @ 60-70mphat the time i had 34k miles on the odometer. When the mechanic started working on my car hebegan removing the tires from my suv torotate and balance my tires. He noticed thattwo of my tires hadsigns of belt separation and the tires were no longer usable. I actually witness the condition of these tires .it was recommended that the tires be replaced. Which i immediately approved them to do.i actually replaced allfour tires.at a cost of approx. $400.00.as we all know firestone began the recall ofwilderness at tires produced at the decatur plant experienced an increased rate of tread separation claims. (dot number: w2tiresize: p235x15)

I had to replace tires on this vehicle at 29,000 miles to due excessive wear on the tires.these tires had been rotated and balanced every 4,000 miles.i assumed the tires had to be replaced because the tires were manufactured poorly.well after replacing the original tires with goodyear tires, i have again had problems with tire wear on the front passenger side tire.i had a goodyear service technician investigate the issue and when the tire was removed the inner tie rod assembly was very loose.the inner tie rod had to be replaced.this is a serious issue.this can cause instability in vehicle control resulting in an accident.the chevrolet dealership where i purchased the vehicle said that they had never seen a problem.the extended warranty that i purchased specifically does not cover this item.i obtained a service bulletin that indicates these parts have to be replaced quite frequently.i am very disappointed in the service from chevrolet and the answers given to me by the local dealership.i saw the inner tie rod connection with my own eyes and immediately could tell there was an issue.very curious that there have been so many issues with tires and sterring on these vehicles and now i see this problem with the tie rod.i believe this should warrant some investigation.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 2000 chevrolet, silverado, tire size plt26575r16. Consumer has replaced2 sets of tires due to a vibration in the front end when driving which causedvehicle to pull to the right, second set of tires was replaced due to the tires which could not be aligned.also, note a diffrent type of tread on the compound was discolored on the outer portion/ left rear tire. Please provide any further details.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1997,ford expedition, 16 inch tires, dot number not available.two sets of tires were replaced at 20 thousand miles and 15 thousands miles. Tires was rotated every 15 hundred miles due to vibration when driving in the front end .

Initial failure due to very minor dip in i-80 from bridge to aspault transition.failure resulted in uncontrollable vehicle oscillation and subsequent spin-out including tire, bumper and minor injuries from spin.vehicle was unstable and would start oscillations above 30 mph.a second spin-out occurred when taking vehicle in for inspection at around 35 mph - no damage from accident.replacement of front stabilizer link resolved stability problems.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Brand new truck,at 639 miles 2 tires found to be out of round. There has been a vibration from 38-45 miles per hr. In the body of the truck.tires rotated and balanced at 7,420 miles, problem still there. Truck taken to a chevrolet dealer tires needed balanced again at 9,705 miles. Problem still there, truck taken to a firestone dealer at 11,366 miles. Problem still present. Its due to go back to the dealer for the third time, for the same problem, plus another thing for the third time. There is no way tires should have to be balanced this many times on a brand new truck that has never been taken off road or abused. On in the body of the truckaround 38-45 mlies an hr. Dealer put on two new tires. I now have 11,000 miles on truck, the tires have been balanced 3 times, not counting what the dealer did at 639 miles. They were balanced & rotated at 7420 miles,problem still there,truck taken to chevrolet dealer, tires balanced at 9,705 mproblem still.(dot number: w273tiresize: p265/75r16)

Original equipment on 1997, explorer p235/75r15size, dot#: vnhl.tread on the front right tire separated from the inside, causingvehicle to buck and bounce and alignment problems.

Vehicle experiences vibration and slight drift to the right around 65 mph.rotated tires every 5000 miles, however inside of front tires experience severe cupping.at 35000 mile service, brought to bankston ford (frisco tx) for maintenance.tires rotated, but nothing noted on service report about severe cupping on inside of tires by bankston.grew frustrated with lack of service and disregard for safety, took to goodyear dealer.tires were worn to the 2nd layer and near failure, and shown to me by tech.replace with goodyears & had alignment checked, needed slight toe in adjustment.vehicle still vibrates at 65 mph, already seeing cupping wear pattern on inside of brand new goodyears with less than 500 miles!. ( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

The tire blew while driving around 70 mph.the recall started shortly after we had it replaced.we asked bill currie ford to replace it under warrantee because it looked like a defect not a regular blow out.the tread was completely seperated from the tire.they refused saying the tires were not under warrantee.we should have reported this when the recall was anounced, but when we finally decided to replace all five firestone tires ford gave us your website to report our original blow out.we do not have the tire that blew but we did store the four remaining firestone tires, with the same dot number. (dot number: w2cutiresize: 255/70r16)

Firestone wilderness at tires (p23575r15) wore unevenly even with tire rotations every 3 months.nlm

Consumerhad seen a developing problem withtires. They look likecracks on sidewalls, but they are not onrecall. Ford, ranger, 2001, p245/75r16, dot w270ris. )

Nhtsa recall # 01x001000, manufacturer's recall01x001000. No size and date available while driving around 40 mph on wet pavement.vehicle hydroplaned due totires. Also statedtiresrecalled and have not be replaced yet.

Dot unknown, original equipment on a 1999, ford, explorer, not recall tire. Blowout at 20 mph,rear driver's side, both ford and firestone said there was nothing they would do.

***alert*** i have four (4) firestone wilderness at tires that were not manufactured at the decatur, il plant.each of these tires exhibits a continuous fissure around the perimeter of the tire where the tread meets the sidewall.i replaced these tires immediately and have retained them here at my home so that i may bring them to the nhtsa facility here retained them here at my home so that i may bring them to the nhtsa facility here in northern virginia.i believe these tires were in immediate danger of catastrophic failure in a fashion similar to the recalled tires.i would like the nhtsa to extend the recall o the wilderness at tires to include all tires manufactured in all plants and am willing to provide the proof needed to justify this recall.please contact me at my home phone immediately. Thank you.*scc**dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734318

Tire came apart while driving down highway.(dot number: w29vtiresize: p265/75r15)

The firestone wilderness at (p225/75/r15) tire blew out with holes in three places between the tread and sidewall. *mjs

Replacement tires on 1987 surburban, chevrolet, 31x150xr15,vd60aw3-188 aw3 v60aw3258, vw60aw3. Right front tirebulged. Mechanic said it was normal. But consumer felt afraid to drive car because ofvibration.

Firestone wilderness at tire failed (p235/75r15).nlm

On monday oct 16, 2000 i was driving home from work on the freeway when the right rear tire blew out.i was in the far left lane traveling approximately 56 mph.when i heard the tire blow i immediately took my foot off the accelerator pedal and allowed the vehicle to coast to about 30 mph.then i proceeded to use the brakes and change lanes to the right so i could get onto the shoulder and put the spare tire on the vehicle.i am suprised i didn't damage the rim by driving on it.fortunatley no one was injured and no accident resulted from this incident.the next morning i drove by a firestone dealer to complain but they were closed so i went to bob turner's ford country and had them replace all the tires on the vehicle.when i called firestone on tuesday the 17th, i was told that i either had a flat tire or a low tire and that is what caused the blow out.i know that is not true because i check the air pressure in my tires every sunday because i travel approximately 40 miles a day on the freeway.and the tire shows no signs of a puncture wound.the tire blew out on the sidewall and there is no damge to any part of the tread area or surface area that would be in contact with the road.it is just my opinion, but i believe this was a total tire failure and that firestone should reimburse me for the cost of replacing the tires.it is my understanding that these tires are not currently on the recall list, but i think they need to be included in the investigation and recalled before more people are injured or killed.also, in an earlier part of this form you asked for the dot code.it is very hard to read on the tire, but i believe that what i entered is correct. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at the numbers or e-mail address listed above in this form.thank you. Al petrova (dot number: vncutiresize: p255/70r16)

While driving one of the firestone wilderness at tires (p255/70r16) failed, driver attempted to get vehicle onto grassy shoulder, the vehicle returned to the pavement and ended up rolling 1-2 times down the interstate where it ended upside down in the left lane.nlm

Truck started vibrating,took a tire to a firestone dealer,they said that happens when tires aren"t rotated properly, i work at a auto service repair center,and my tires are rotated every 6000 mi faithfully, so i disagree. (tiresize: p265r75r16)

Noticed hairline crack circling tire at bottom of tread. I contacted firestone, initially i was offered 1 replacement tire of the same type as the failed tire if an inspection of the problem tire verified my concern regarding the beginning of tread separation problem.i informed the firestone hotline and dealer rep that this was unacceptable, i wanted all tires replaced even though these were not under recall. I informed them that it was ludicrous to be put in a situation where i would be forced to continue checking all tires every three days.i would not be put in that situation. Being persistant, i was advised to contact dist mgr. No toll free #, at my own expense (phone) i contacted dist mgr. He approved all replacement, when confirmed. Confirmed by company owned tire store 11/13/00. All five replaced 11/14/00 with bridgestone dueler at. I am satisfied at this time. I simply wanted to report failure of tire made in wilson, nc. After being pushed, bridgestone/firestone did the right thing, although they had to be pushed, after the first line of contact tried to minimize and deflect. I praise firestone for eventually doing the right thing. (dot number: w2hlipyl08tiresize: p235/75r15)

Firestone recall is about a manufacturing defect, aren't all tires made in decatur affected,and why are passenger tires being put on suvs and light trucks?shouldn't tires on my ford ranger be "lt 245/75r16" and not "p 245/75r16"? (dot number: vd70irf419tiresize: p245/75r16)

I own a new ford explorer with the "brand description" of the currently recalled firestone tire, although it did not have the code on the inside of the tire stating that it came specifically from the distribution location currently in question.two weeks ago my right rear tire came completely apart. After much misinformation from ford and firestone, channel 4 news took the story and helped get ford to pay attention to my case.they agreed to pick up the car and replace all four tires for me.the day after the story aired on tvford (don mclean specifically) called and said that they had changed their minds and were no longer going to replace my tires because they did not come from that specific location.still the tire seperated from my car and essentially making us aware that the problem does not exist solely with the illinois plant.i am a single mother of two little girls and ford and firestone have gone back on their word leaving once again to drive a car with defective tires.i would appreciate your assistance and sincerely hope that you will take this seriously.people with that brand tire, with the "code" or not, should not drive their car. Sincerely, tammy haladwala.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15s )

Tire recall firestone wilderness.

Original equipment ona 1999 ranger .consumer has to run 24lbs of pressure in the tires,to have tires run properly.

Tires are cracking in between treads.truck is only one year old. (tiresize: 265/75/r16)( dot number: tire size: 265/75/r16 )

All 4 tires are cracked at the tread base, no failures have occurred, but appear to be immenent in time.these tires are not part of the recall but should be.( dot number: vnhl1py387 tire size: p235/75r15 )

We had a tire blow out.with all the news about the firestone, i am concerned that this is related.the fact that there was no injury or accident is very lucky.we were told our tires werent recalled yet because they are 16 inch.i am very concerned, because we have 3 other tires that i do not trust.we travel on a highway and this could have been serious.our dealership, although friendly, just states that its not part of the recall.pay for the tire.i am very disappointed.( dot number: vncu ipx tire size: pz55/70r16 )

Dd (tiresize: 255r70-16)( dot number:tire size: 255r70-16 )

Original equipment on a ford, explorer, 2000, p23575r15, h8xhl459.tires were taken in for inspection. Dealer stated consumer had too much air in the tires. Consumer said firestone let out to much air, rear driver's side blewout.

All 4 tires show definite cracking entire circumference where tread meets body.mfr refuses to replace (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75r15)

No summary listed for above vehicle.(tiresize: p235/75515)

Three of four wilderness at tires were originals.all original tires found to have a visible separation between the tread and belt around the entire circumference of the tire.tires had normal wear with plenty of good tread left;although, the tires are five years old and have 67,000 miles on them. (dot number: vncu1pl165tiresize: p255/70r16)

All three tires, at 26 psi, dismounted in a side collision, causing the car to almost tip over. Since then i have received a card from ford sayimg i should keep the tires at 30 psi, cold pressure. I comtacted ford to ask which was the correct cold tire pressure and got an answer saying that a "range" of 26 to 30 psi is correct. My problem is that i would like the door saftety placard to indicate a correct pressure. 26 pounds - or 30 pounds - or a "range" of 26 to 30 psi. I am communicating with fmc by e-mail. So far, they do not seem to be willing to supply me waith a correct placard. These tires are not part of the recall. Ford has not admitted that the instantaneous dismnounting from the rim of these tires is in any way related to the tire pressure placard on the driver's door. I think that there is a huge diference between a cold 26 psi and a cold 30 psi inflation. I told ford that i would be writing you.( dot number: ? tire size: p23575r15 )

Original equipment with ford expedition 1999 , 30,000 miles, p25570r16, dot w2cu1ad410.consumer noticed thatpassenger's rear tire tread was separating /peelingfrom the middle of the tread to the point where the metal is coming through. Consumer has always complainedabout a vibration and that the tire can never hold air.

Prior to publicized reports or recalls on firestone tires i had my first 2 tire blowouts in my 20 years of driving on my new mercury mountaineer.the first was considered a puncture which i accepted.the second was considered a road hazard by the firestone dealer.the second tire blow out appeared much like a bad hair piece, i am now aware of the term - tread separartion.again, this occured prior to any reports of any firestone tire defects.i went to another tire dealer for replacement as i was not satisified with the firestone dealers explaination. (dot number: w2hl027477tiresize: p235/75r15)

These tires were not under the original manufactures recall, however, i recently had the tires inspected by a firestone representative because of some concerns we had with the integrety of the tires. Firestone acknowleged that all four of my tires are seperating where the tread is glued to the body of the tire, just where these tires are coming apart and killing people. Firestone will not replace the tires even after admiting that they are defective. They want to charge me over 300 dollars to replace them. There is something wrong here and i need some help. I've spent hours on the phone with firestone and ford, only to have wasted my time. Thanks.(tiresize: 235/75r/15)( dot number:tire size: 235/75r/15 )

I've been to a firestone dealer and the place i bought the vehicle, both tell me that my tires aren't on recall, but can sell me new ones.my tires are cracking around the treads just like the recalled ones i've seen on television, but they both are telling me there is nothing they can do about it!i just can't go out and afford new ones, and these are clearly defective.who can i get to actually look at these tires and take responsibility? the firestone representative told me that he has seen several of my type of splitting, but there is nothing he can do (he was quite rude also) about it except sell me new ones. Now if these firestones aren't recalled and are bad, why would i purchase other non-recalled firestones.i have retained an air pressure of approx. 34psi since i've owned it.these tires are cracking and anyone who wishes to view these can just contact me and i will make them available at any time.please contact me, i'm about at the end of my rope and these tires should also be recalled, unless of course mine are deffective alone, and then they (firestone or ford) should correct this problem to..thank you for your time..v/r,j. Matt duffin (dot number: w2tiresize: p235/75r15)

Westbound on i-10 in madison county, fl when right rear tire detreads, vehicle steersinto median, vehicle rolls over, roof crush. ( dot number: w2hlipy088 tire size: p235/75r15 )

The right rear tire on my ford explorer sport failed while travelling at approximately 45 mph on a dry flat cool roadway in april 1999.the nature of the flat was very unusual...so catastrophic that i made a search of the roadway for several feet to look for debris.i found none, however the tire looked as though the tread had been peeled away from the tire about halfway up the sidewall.the tires were adequately inflated and the failure occured quickly.the tire had almost 19,000 miles on it at the time.unfortunately, the tire was replaced and taken by the tire dealer.i replaced it at my own cost.there were no injuries in this accident.i would like this to show up in the record because i am suspicious that the 16" wilderness at tires may also me faulty, despite what firestone and ford say. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

The tires are breaking at the marrage line went into a firestone dealership, the manager ahmad madjlessi said that the craking was due to ozone or sun exposure and that he is un able to help,i have all of this in writing from him.( dot number: vm tire size: p235/70r15 )

Consumerhad inspectedfour sets of tiresand found out that tires were cracking where they could be coming apart.ford, ranger, 1998, p-235/75r15.

To whom ever i am speaking too, i recently purchased a vehicle at a local public auction. It has the firestone wilderness r15 tires that were on the recall. I was wondering if i can still get the recall, and get new tires. These tires are not safe, and i encounter a bumpy ride. The vehicle i bought is a jeep grand cherokee, and the car was a theft recovery, so the firestone tires were on the car, so no recall could of been done. The tires may still be dangerous, and i was wondering what to do to get new ones. Thanks, i would be thankful to hear back from you.

Orginial tires purchased 10/13/98, from then until 10/31/00 tires were checked on six different times because of vibration. Each time the tires were either rotated, balanced or shocks checked. Then on 10/30 /00 the left rear tire lost a chunk of the tire with no injury or accident, but when it was taken in to raplace the tire, i was told that the other tires were separating and needed replacing. (dot number: vdhlw02208tiresize: d235175r15)

Firestone/bridgestone, wilderness at, p215/65r15, dot#w2zfnna377. Tire sidewall blew out while driving at 70 mph on the interstate. Vehicle ended up on the side of the road.the consumer indicated that nothng was hit to cause the tire to blowout.the tire pressure was checked before the trip.it was also check 30 min prior to the blowout becuase the consumer felt a vibration n the steering wheel.both times the pressure was normal.

The right rear tire blew out. It was discovered the tire contained a 3 inch gash without being puncture.

Other countries have recalled wilderness at 16" tires for safety concerns.why hasn't the us done the same?no safety defect, information inquiry.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Vehicle was involved in an accident due to the right rear tire exploding on 6/5/2003.firestone wilderness at p265/75r16.

Pe00-020; p23575r15, dot vn original equipmentwith 1997 ford, explorer .all 4 tires are cracking and spliting along the sidewall and also between the tread with only 31,000 miles, and they are 50,000 miles.

The firestone wilderness at 225/70/r16 tires are defective, however not included in the recall. *mjs

Two of the firestone wilderness at p255/70r16 tires on the vehicle went flat, when tires were broken down to patch, the tires were separated on the inside. *mjs

Rear left tire blow out. (dot number: w2htiresize: 235/75r/15)

Tires not made at plant on recall, although the "cupping" problem persists(relating to article in usa today a few weeks ago)( dot number: )

Tire blew out on trip, 8/99, tire seperated on interstate driving- truck towed to closest dealter by ford roadside assist-dealer jones ford, augusta, refused to honor any warranty, made us pay full price for a new tire, said it was not a tire problem.truck was new/tire was original equipment on 6 month old truck.we lost a day of work waiting on them to locate a tire to replace it and then had to pay full price as they would not honor any warranty replacement. (tiresize: 2457516)( dot number: tire size: 2457516 )

Tires are 60,000 mile tires,they have 40,000 miles and are seperating from the casing.dt

The firestone wilderness at tire experienced failure while driving causing loss of control and vehicle accident. *mjs

Splitting of tire at tread near sidewall outer edge steel showing..all the way around tire (dot number: w2cuird189tiresize: 255.70.16)

The tires that i am reporting are not currently on the list of recalled tires.the problem on these tires are the same as in the recalled tires. The tires are coming apart at the tread line at the sidewall. You can see cracks and bumps at the sidewall/ tread line, and protruding steel belts. I have already filed a complaint with firestone, but have not had any return contact. It has been a month since i first contacted them. I took the tires to a dealer and was told that they were defective but the only thing that they could do was to prorate them. I told them that this was unacceptable since they were doing the same thing as the recalled tires. These tires are still in my posession if you need proof that there are more problems out there than just the tires on recall. Thank you , regards, joel walton( dot number: tire size: p245/75/16 )

Original equipment on a 1998, mountaineer, p235/75r15 size. Left rear tire blewout from the sidewall, causing damage torim.

Blowout on inside of tire.firestone representative suggested a puncture to tire, but i didn't hit anything.vehicle became unstable on curves for several miles before the blowout occurred.firestone rep offered a pro rated replacement tire. (dot number: w2hl1py379tiresize: p235/75r15)

Contacted ford motor company via e-mail on 8/29/00. Their response was to wait for firestone to recall tires. All firestone and ford dealers in the area where i had the inspected agree that the tires show defect marks similar to those being recalled. However, they will not replace them because firestone will not authorize or has not authorized that particular dot number. Tires are begining to look unsafe to drive at highway speeds. Please advise. (dot number: vntiresize: 235p65r15)

Drivers front tire developed a hairline crack between the sidewall and the bead, most of the way around the wheel.obviously defective from new.confirmed by tire dealer.once removed also found similar cracks on the inside between the bead and sidewall. Had all4 tires replaced as a safety precaution.have requested refund from firestone.the recall must be stepped up to include vn tires. This could have caused a serious accident if not found and the tire blew. (dot number: vnhl1py230tiresize: p235/75r15)

These tires are in good shape however will not hold air pressure i have been filling them every night and by the next morning they will all have lost 2-4 lbs of pressure. How can firestone say that only the ones manufactured in decatur ill are defective? i have contacted ford and firestone as well and been told these tires do not have a problem. I disagree.( dot number: wd tire size: p235r15 )

This tire did not just go flat, it disitegrated.we were riding down an interstate and my 15-month-old was in the car.we just got lucky that we made it to the side of the road safely.the problem looks just like the ones seen in the 15 and 16 inch firestons tires that have been recalled.we saved the defective tire and we have pictures of it on the car before it was changed.we want to keep this from happening to other people who might not be as lucky as we were this time.please call for additional information.( dot number: w2t6ire378 tire size: p265/70r17 )

After hearing about the firestone recall. I was concern about my tires. I went to a firestone store and they inspected my tires and said that my tires are not the recall tires. I am affraid to drive my mountaineer far or at a high speed like 55 or 60 mph. What can be done about this? i have the same tires that being recall, but the firestone tire store said you are not in any danger, your tires came from a different plant. These tires are firestone wilderness a/t tires i am affray for my family and myself. What can i do? (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Original equipment on a ,ranger p235/75r15 size.center oftread has started to separate and crack, andbelts were starting to break.

The tires failed two weeks prior to the official firestone recall. Neither firestone nor ford is willing to reimburse me for the cost of repalcing the tires. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

1994 explorer tire tread has cracks on all four tires.

Pe00-020; original equipment onchevrolet, suburban, 2000, p26570r16, dot w272w1i020 with 10,000 miles.at 7,000 miles and driving at approximately 65 mph consumer heard loud noise, and noticedrear right tire had exploded into pieces. At 10,000 miles driver's front tire exploded while driving at approximately 70 mph.

All 4 tires have cracks in the tread, where the side wall meets the tread.( dot number: vd70irf030 tire size: p24575r16 )

In contacting firestone to receive a rebate form for reimbursement of the replacement of the wilderness tire that blow out for me, the firsestone 800 number and the local firestone dealer does not have and will not provide a copy of the reimbursement form. It nice that there is a recall for the 16 inch tires, but a customer cannot receive the form from either the manifacturer or their corporate retail outlet. (tiresize: 16)

I was traveling southbound on hyw 99 on the afternoon of 9/24/2000 around 1:00pm.it was a clear sunny day.i was traveling at an approximate speed of 65 miles per hour in the right lane (slow lane).there were no objects on the freeway.as i was traveling on the freeway, i felt my car begin to fishtail and then all of a sudden my right rear tire came apart.fortanately, i was in the right lane and was near a shoulder so i was able to manuver and control my vehicle off the freeway to the shoulder.i was able to avoid an accident and there were no injuries.the firestone tire came completely apart.the chp took a report and pictures. My car is only three months old.it is a 2001 ford explorer sport.the tire should not have malfunctioned the way it did.the firestone tires are unsafe and i believe the recall should apply to all firestone tires not only the ones that were manufactured at the decatur plant.i was concerned about the firestone tires that were on my vehicle.i contacted the dealership where i purchased my vehicle and they would not return my call.when i did get a hold of someone i was told i was not part of the recall.i had my tires checked by big o tires.they checked the air pressure and it was fine.the dealership now is trying to tell me that road hazard caused my tire to blow out.there was nothing on the road that was a hazard and that would have cause my tire to come apart the way it did.then they told me that it was because of traveling long distance and having low air pressure in my tire.if traveling 15 miles is long distance then i would hate to see what would happen to the tires if i actually did travel more than 15 miles.i had the air pressure checked in my tires at big o tires and the air pressure was fine.it concerns me that i have a new vehicle and the tire comes apart so soon and it just happens to be a firestone wilderness at.ford and the dealership i purchased the vehicle at are very uncooperative.

Although these tires are not oficially recalled yet, i inspected the outer area of the sidewall and noticed that i have hairline cracks on 3 out of 4 of my tires!! this is exactly at the edge of the tire, about 5/8" deep around the circumference of the tire. It is just starting to delaminate at this edge. I hope this recall is widened to include this dot code. Also, how do i find out about the goverment's list of tires/ i want to replace these as soon as possible( dot number: vnhlipy457 tire size: 23575r15 )

Indentations (rounded grooves) that radiate from the hubcap to the tread were noticed today by an engineer on a jobsite.we inspected all the tires, the left rear tire has three such indentations, the right rear tires had two, and we only found one on the left front tire.no such indentations were found on the right front tire.the engineer said that this was the first indication that my tires were breaking down!!! (dot number: w seriestiresize: p235/75r15)

Original equipment on a 1997, explorer, p235/75r15 size dot#: vn. Tread onleft rear tire separated at highway speeds.

We were traveling on i77 on our way to charleston,south carolina.our estimated speed at the time of tire failure was 60mph.the posted speed limit was 65mph.without any warning, the front left tire practically exploded and tore apart.i was able to control the vehicle as we moved into the emergency lane.upon exiting the vehicle, i found a disintegrated tire, without any explanation.i had my entire family in the car with me which included my wife and three young boys ages 10,5, and 1.the air pressure in all four tires were at recommended levels at the onset of our trip, what is the explanation of this misfortune? (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

These tires although they are not on a recall list have a hairline crack around the sidewall where the sidewall meets the tread. Three of the tires have this crack one doesn't.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )

Going 60mph when tire blewout. It was shredded from sidewall with partial tread left on.took to firestone retailer & 1st tire replaced.left front tire was showing steel belts throughrubber. This 2nd tire was not exchanged. Mechanic indicated it ran over something to causesteel belt to show.firestone, wilderness at p255/75r15on 2001, ford, explorer.

Original equipment on a 1997, mountaineer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: vnhl.all four tires have cracks around the tires, along t sidewall oninside and outside.

Tire tread separated causing the vehicle to skid then spin then roll 4 times.driver suffered a head injury requiring hospital care.front passenger was not injured.back seat passenger was ejected from the vehicle and suffered a fractured l2 vertebrae. (dot number: unknowntiresize: p235/75r15)

At 45 mph on smooth highway tire suddenly blew out and we immediately pulled over. The tire was demolished to the point we could not tell what the cause was or the tire repair man. This tire had approxiamately 2000 miles only on it at the time . (tiresize: 16)( dot number:tire size: 16 )

Original tires on a 1998, ford, ranger26575r15.truck was not riding right. Consumer noticed that the sidewall had a problem, could put y finger up under it.

While driving the explorer, the rear tire on the passenger's side deflated suddenly.tire size p25570r17.

Local ford dealer and firestone service center have been non-responsive to customer concerns related to "recall"investigation. Attempts to assure customers confidence is . I have a vehicle and tires that my wife does not trust and has limited our vehicle in town useage only. Out of frustration due to run around by ford and firestone vendors, we as consumers do not trust the information provided by vendors blaming each other. The firestone,wilderness at have stress related deterioration, we have been advised by several alternative vendors to replace existing tires, regardless of the minimum tread wear, what is the "truth" and accountibility. We are in the process of replacing tires regardless of adequate tread life remaining on firesone wilderness at not part of the "recall" and nhtsa "advisory.visory"advisory adequate tread life remaining but minimum tread,we expect products we can trust to provide ear. We expec vendors my wife does not.( dot number: w2cuip4086 tire size: p255/70r16 )

While travelling on the highway. I had a blowout on the front driver side. The blowout caused me to crash into the highway. Divider. I was the only occupant and the only vehicle involved. I was not transported to a hospital but was severley sore and bruised. I did miss one day of work. The tire was a replacement tire bought in november 1999. The tires had approx. 15,000 miles. At the time of the accident i was travelling approx. 65 mph. The accident occured about 1:00 a.m. I do have pictures of the tire and of the truck. I also still have the tire. (dot number: w273wma349tiresize: p265/75r16)

Pe00020, orginial 1996 ford explorer, p25565r16, all four tires have developed hairline cracks along the sidewall which was inspected by a bridgestone dealer.notified tire manufacturer and ford.please provide further information.

Driving to work at 6:00 am on main street in town at 40 miles an hr when i felt rear drivers side tire blow.immendiately pulled off road and tread was completely pulled away from the tire.put on spare tire and went on to work called local firestone dealer at 8:00 to report incident, they told me to bring it in and they would look at it.when i arrived they checked it and said it was not on the recall list, so they could do nothing about it, they said i would have to purchase a new tire.i questioned them concerning the low mileage and the warrenty that would be on the tire itself,they said i could have hit something and damaged the tire myself therefore, they could not cover the tire under the warrenty.the problem i have with that is that i did not hit anything then or in the past and my rim was not damaged a all, which was very clear to them.when i returned to work i called firestones toll free # direct the cust service rep advised me that since it was not on the recall list they could not do anything at this time, but in future if it did come on the recall list if i kept my tire and receipt they would refund my tire and money. I expressed my concern that i am still driving on the same tires,i was very surprised that i was not shown any concern in regards to this and was told to wait until it showed up on the recall list, i asked her how this got on the recall list she told me to contact this address.she said they do not investigate this, that the nhtsa would take care of it.all i want is for someone to look at my tires and assure me that they are safe and also refund my money considering the low milage that was ona 4 wheel drive truck that is suppose to have heavy duty tires.. (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

Not on recall and inspected by dealer before failure. No safety defect listed in summary. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75/15)

They have not fix my truck and i'm having a lot of problems contact them i'm in the military and due to transfer to jax, fl and my truck still is not fix, they want me to have a expert look at the tireand i don't have the money for and expert so they told me i have 45 days before the drop my file. Help.(dot number: w2cu10x278tiresize: p255/70r16)

Driver was traveling on expressway in the left lane when the rear driver side tire came apart.there was no warning.we have been checking these tires almost daily because of the current recall of other firestone tires.they appeared fine.when the tire came apart the vehicle crossed the expressway to the right and left the freeway off the right shoulder.it felt like the vehicle was on 2 wheels at one time, but did not roll over.the vehicle hit a tree in the center front.the driver had tried to steer as straight as possible, but there was no control of the vehicle.we still have our driver.others may not be so lucky.please help get all these defective tires off the road.(dot number: vd70tiresize: p24575r16)

Pe00020, with about 40,000 miles on tireshoulder of tiresexperienced cracks which may have causedtread to separate.these tires came out of decater plant.please provide further information.

Firestone, wilderness at, p265/75r16, dotvn73w273, original equipment on a 2001, chevrolet,silverado with 12000 miles.after first tire rotationvehicle started to pull to the left. Dealer rotated tires again and did wheel alignment, did not remedy problem. Consumer felt rubber of tireswere too soft, causing problems with vehicle.

Checked tire and they are cracking between tread and sidwalls (was told by firestone dealer it was normal). (tiresize: p24575r16)( dot number:tire size: p24575r16 )

Firestone wilderness attiresonford, explorer, 2001, tire sizep255 70 r16, no dot numberwas given.left front tire blewout while consumer was driving at 60-70-mph on rainy roads. Oncetires were taken intorepair shop, consumer was told thatother three tires where defective too.these tires wereoriginal equipment.

Consumerhad received a couple times recall notices fromfirestone manufacturer. But, when dealer was contated they said that tires were not on recall due to dot information. ,mountanier, 1999, p-235/75r15 dot w2hl.

Tread separation & cracking at 2 years & 20,000 miles.. Possible recall item ?( dot number: w2cu1px tire size: p255/70/16 )

No summary listed for above vehicle.

Document unavailable on nhtsa website (engineering analysis report an initial decision regarding eaa00-023: firestone wilderness at tires). Request pdf version of the document. *ph *sc

How could you say any firestone tires are safe( dot number: tire size: 245/75/16 )

Have vibration, irregular wear, noise. Have had three different companies look at car & they all determined it was the tires. I only have 19,000 miles on vehicle and should not need to replace tires. Went to family tire, firestone, & world ford. All have thrown up there hands and dont want to help out the consumer. Call the 800 # for firestone all they say if they are not recalled. Article dtd 4-12-01 states they are recalling more firestone tires with the same problems i'am having. The model that is now being recalled are p265/70r16. I feel that it is unsafe for me and my two small kids to be behind the wheel because of this. What will it take another death and familt loss for someone to wake up and pay more attention. If need be will replace tires and contact an attorney. I don't seem to be getting anywhere this is my last resort. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

My vehicle was delivered with firestone wilderness at tires and i was advised that because they were not manufactured at firestone's decatur plant they are considered "safe". The recent govindjee reportstates that the wilderness at tires were equally problematic regardless of the plant in which they were manufactured in, meaning all plants including decatur , joliette, quebec, & wilson, nc. My wife and i continue to be concerned about the safety of our vehicle and the lack of objective evidence that only the decatur tires are at risk. I believe it is time for either ford or firestone come forward and take responsibility for all wilderness ats and responsibly recall & replace. How many more deaths need to occur? it appears that the govindjee report raises enough question for the nhtsa to take the lead and demand an immediate recall of all wilderness ats. Based on this report it is clear to me i need to buy non-firestone replacements. The unfortunate situation is that the unsuspecting purchaser must pay the price, when ford/firestone is responsible. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

John seegers. No summary listed for above vehicle. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75r15)

Ford dealer informed me that tires were seperating.i replaced all four tires.spare is still same tires as original.spare has w208 code ( dot number: w208 tire size: p23570r16 )

Clear, dry roadway, 50 mph, right rear tire blew out. Vehicle performed very stably, i was able to stop and had tire changed. Dealer replaced all 5 tires with goodyears at no charge at my request. Tire looked like it had been sliced through from sidewall to sidewall. I took pictures, not developed. Dealer has tires. (dot number: don't knowtiresize: p235/70r16)

September 20, 2000i own a 1998 mountaineer. It came with firestone p235/75r15 wilderness at tires. The four mounted tires are all dot w2hl 1py 397.i recently had these tires inspected by my ford dealer's mechanic because i was going on an out of state. (dot number: w2hl1py357tiresize: p235/75r15)

I have had my tires inspected to see if they were the recalled ones and was informed that they are not but all 4 tires are cracked in the same place as the ones being recalled.i am afraid they will peel off and i am not willing to drive this vehicle any distance.i am asking you to include these tires in the saftey recall or at least get me new tires at no cost.why are these any different from the recalled ones and they have failed also. (dot number: vntiresize: p235/75r15)

Pe00-020 ; tire size p23570r16, dot w2cu.all 4 tires have separated , 2 of them have started with hairline cracks ,and the other 2 completely separated.

Pe00020 original equipment on 1997 ford, explorer p255/70r16, dot w2c0.when driving in rain vevicle slides all over the road, all 4 tires have cracks going around the outside of the tire.

Pulled into parking lot off highway.tire went flat with loud pop. Upon inspection of tire, noted sidewall had burst, leaving approx 4 inch split in sidewall from rim to tread.had pressurized tire to approx 30 psi per recall instructions.firestone dealer in voorhees, nj replaced at no charge for tire.dealer did charge for mounting.tire had less than 5000 miles wear, purchased in march 2000. (dot number: 8xhltiresize: p235/75r15)

The tire separated and blowed out,destroying the rim.( dot number: w273wma238 tire size: p26575r16 )

Pe00-020; tire size p23575r15, dot w2hl1py468, original equipment on a 1999, ford, explorer with 17,000 miles. 2 out of 4 tires are dry rotting right where the tread meets the sidewall.firestonestated that it is very unusual .

Even though checked and found not to be a recalled tire, while driving at 55 mph up a freeway we experienced tire tread separation but no blow out.was able to drive slowly to firestone dealer where they replaced the bad tire.wanted to report tire separation from wilderness at firestone tire that was claimed to be good and not on the recall list.i am now stuck with three more tires of the same nature that i feel must be replaced before another tread separation and extensive accident.please see into all firestone tires of this type as i am now unsure that any are safe. (tiresize: p275/r15)( dot number: tire size: p275/r15 )

The contact owns a 2000 chevrolet suburban 1500.the vehicle has firestone wilderness at tires.the contact stated that the steel belted tire loosened.there was also a flat spot in the middle of the tire.while driving at low speeds, he can feel the difference.the dealer and manufacturer were not notified.the contact changed the tire himself. The failure mileage was 56,000.updated 06/12/09 updated 06/16/09

Left a traffic light and was traveling on expressway at about 55 mph.right rear tire blew and i had to pull off and change it.tire appears to have seperated where tread meets sidewall on outside of tire.tread belts in that area are twisted and out of alignment. (dot number: w270ifr428tiresize: 245 75r 16)

The right front tire blew out while driving on an interstate in nj.i lost control of the vehicle, and side-swiped a road sign.the vehicle had over $6300 in repairs.please feel free to contact me for more information.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Was traveling 60-70mph whenright rear tire blewout.tires wereoriginal manuctured on 2000, toyota, 4 runner, but had been rotated less than a month before this incident.vehicle started making a grinding sound, as if the texture of the road was changing. Minutes latertire exploded. Tire size p225/75r15, dot#w2.

After market tires p245/75r15 size dot#: vnhl.tiresstarted to dry rot along the sidewall because of the recommended 26psi .

Tire litterally exploded unexpectedly @ ~ 70mph on a very hot day. Barely had time to stop & pull over before ruining the mag wheel also. There was nothing left of the tire other than steel cords which slapped/damaged around wheel well. Replaced both rear tires to have even tread wear. Still have spare(used once) that is same as tire that blew.although this tire is presently not recalled, wanted to report such so that i might be eligible if it is recalled later. This experience seemed all too similar to that of reports read in regards to tires that were recalled shortly after having replaced two tires. (tiresize: p265/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 )

Tire suffered blowout and instantly disintegrated on freeway at 75mph.also caused damage to rim and wheel well components.(dot number: vd.......dot number: p245/75-16)

Tires coming apart, wires visible between treads, tread wear normal and not excessive.(tiresize: p25570r16)( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

In examining the tires for the recall, i noticed that the right front tire had a crack all around the sidewall just about 1 inch below the tread.even though my tires were not a part of the recall because they were not manufactured at decatur, i went to the firestone dealer and got the tire replaced.i had to pay a pro-rated cost for the tire based on its tread wear. I believe that this tread separation problem may extend to more than just the recalled tires.in the 20 months that i have owned this vehicle i have had the tires rotated three times. (dot number: w2hl1py447tiresize: 235/75r15)

Consumernoticed cracks around all four tires.dealer will not replace them. Please provide further information.

I replaced all my firestone tires with a les schwab brand the day after the failure because the wilderness ats i had weren't covered by the recall. I sent a letter to the firestone corporate and consumer affairs offices about a week after the failure occurred describing what had happened. Keith rahonan of firestone called me shortly thereafter, confirming that they had recieved my letter. He told me they had a file on record with my information and told me to hold on to all of the paperwork and the tire that had failed. I offered to send him pictures (they weren't developed at the time i sent the letter) of the failed tire, but he refused them saying that they wouldn't show him anything except that i had a flat tire. The pictures clearly show a separation between the top of the tire and the sidewall, as well as a bubbling up of the material around the entire inside of the tire wall. I had taken all safely precautions, including proper tire inflation, which i measured according to the recommended inflation rate on the tire itself. I feel that i have been given the runaround by firestone, and i feel they aren't taking this complaint seriously. What concerns me most is that they are using other wilderness tires to replace the ones being recalled--tires i feel should be included in the recall because they aren't safe. Because firestone hasn't demonstrated to me that they care and are taking this seriously, i've filed this complaint with nhtsa now hoping it will be taken seriously. I will gladly send a copy of the letter i sent to firestone (it gives a more complete description of the tire failure than i've provided here) as well as the pictures i have of the tire that failed. Please let me know if there is anything else i can do and if you would like the pictures and the letter. Than you for your concern and efforts in protecting the safety of american consumers. (dot number: w2hlipy138tiresize: p235/75r15)

Pe00020, orginally equipment on 1999, expedition, p26570r17, dot vnt6ire448,tires have crackes attread and sidewall which may causetread to come off.an independent tire dealer said that it was not safe to drive. Please provide further information.

The front right tire blew out at 60 mph earlier this year. My local firestone dealer replaced the tire under the road hazard warranty but would not pay for the damage to the ford ranger. Usaa has the damage report and firestone has the tire failure report. The only thing i have are the pictures of the failed wilderness at 16 inch tire. I'm concerned about the remaining tires. (dot number: ?tiresize: p235/70r16)

No summary listed for abov evehicle. (dot number: 8xlhtiresize: p235/75r15)

All four tires are cracking/peeling. Called ford & firestone and went to a firestone dealer, said their is nothing they could do about them. (tiresize: p265/70r17)( dot number:tire size: p265/70r17 )

Pe 00-020; original equipment, mercury, mountaineer, 1998 with 36,000 miles. Tire size p23575r15 dothyhl.3 out of 4 tires have developed cracks in sidewall at tread line and went all around the tire. Firestone claimed tires had same defect and markings just like the modelsin recall.

On 6/30/01 the tire tread on the left (driver side) rear tire of our 1997 ford explorer sport separated from the main body of the tire.this resulted in a complete loss of vehicle control.both the driver and passenger were injured while the vehicle violently shook and changed direction multiple times.both people were in the front seats and were wearing their seat belts.one person hit her head on the side window and is now experiencing numbness in one of her hands and other areas.both people suffered whiplash and sprain type of injuries.there was no impact with other vehicles or objects due only to the location of the road and the time at which the tread seperated and the vehicle lost control.if the tread had come off the tire 5 sec. Earlier much more serious injury and probably death would have resulted as the vehicle was crossing a bridge with a low guard rail.if the tire failure had occurred on a raod with any heavier traffic present a collision would have been unavoidable as the vehicle jumped from lane to lane.it should be noted that when the tread seperated from the tire it came off in essentially 1 piece and in 1 rotation of the tire.the loss of vehicle control was nearly instantaneos.the damage to the car was a result of the tread severing cables, bending the body and underside of the car as well as shattering the tail light.the vehicle was being driven from las vegas, nv to visit realitives near tehachapi, ca.the tire failure happened as the vehicle was traveling on hwy. 58 approximately 7 miles outside of tehachapi, ca.the tire pressure was checked on the vehicle before it left las vegas.upon stopping, it was noticed that the tread was begining to seperate from the left front tire as well.if it had been the front rather than the rear tire that failed first, or if both had failed at the same time, a rollover and very serious injury or fatality would have almost certainly happened. (tiresize: 235/75/r15)

These tires should have been recalled as they show signs of separation right at the tread/sidewall line. Firestone would offer me a credit in firestone dollars of $100 but i had these replace with a different brand at a cost of $350.more important is the fact that this tire is dangerous and yet has not been recalled.please respondas i am going to auction these tires on the internet to attorneys that are suing the pants off these negligent morons that are not stepping up to the plate and taking responsibilityfor their defective product. (dot number: vncuipx366tiresize: p25570r 16)

I had a firestone wilderness at tire in the size of p265/75r16 blow the entire sidewall out at a speed of aprox 55 with about 2000 miles on the tire.the auto was a chevrolet silverado, the tire looked lik it was cut around the sidewall just like the tires i saw on the recall of 15 inch.(tiresize: p265/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r16 )

All 4 of my tires were bad at 44,000 miles. (tiresize: 225/70/16)( dot number:tire size: 225/70/16 )

Pe00020, original equipment on 1999, toyota, tacoma, tire size p21570r14. Rear driver's tire disintegrated, and went into pieces, which almost caused a crash.firestone said they will proratetire.please provide further information.

I reported having problems with my tires to pulliam ford and firestone dealers. I recieved a cold shoulder and a general lack of concern for my situation or my wellfare. Two days later i nearly killed myself on the way to work when my left right tire exploded and came of the rim for no apparent reason. I had my complaint formally documented my ford motor company's headquaters on 9/12/2000, the blowout occured two days later. I had been experiencing problems sustaining air pressure in all four of my tires weeks previous. I also had my tire inspected for the problem by ford who told me i had know problem. The tire that blew was not of the type listed on the recall meaning the dot # did not start with vd. I have reported my experience( blowout) to pulliam ford this morning and recieved once again lack-luster service and a direct refusal to assist me in providing a safe vehicle for mine and my family's disposal. I can only imagine the consequences had i been going faster than 50 miles per hour, up to this point i just wanted a safe vehicle but, now i feel as if well being has been put at riskwhen it could have beenavoided with little cost by these companies in which i invested my faith. Please help!( dot number: )

Pe00020;original equipmenton a 1998 ford explorer, dotvncu1px, rtall four tires are dry rotted, on the corner of each tread there isa crack. Consumer feels unsafe driving on these tires.

Complete tire tread separation around outer portion of tire resulting in loss of automobile control.(tiresize: p25570r16)( dot number:tire size: p25570r16 )

Pe00-020; tires size p24570r16, dot wa, original equipment on 1999, mazda b3000, 39,000 miles.consumer can see visible cracks of treadseparation andsteel belts coming out of one front and back tire. Other two tires hah small cracks going all around tires.

Two blowouts on front tires, replaced with goodyear tires, i would like for these wilderness at ii tires investigated for possible recall( dot number:)

Though not covered in the recall, my tires are showing tiny cracks along the sidewall at the tread depth. Because there are nearly 50000 miles on these the firestone dealer is saying they are only supposed to be good for that long. We are concerned, but tires are backordered. What should i do?( dot number: tire size: p235/75/r1 )

A brand new truck>>back at dealer a vibration in the body of truck at 38-42 mph >>639 miles on tires>>two tires out of round, dealer replaced 2 tires. Problem still there>> tires at 7420 rotated and balanced>>problem still present>>> back to a dealer at 9,705 miles>>tires re-balanced>> problem still present>>taken to a firestone dealer at 11,366 miles>> they had to re-balance all four tires>>>>problem still present.these tires will not stay balanced, this truck has never been taked off road or abused for the tires to keep doing this. (dot number: w273tiresize: p265/75r16)

I bought my 1996 toyota tacoma equpped with firestone wilderness at p215/70r14 96s. Within the first week i had two( dot number: p215/70r14 tire size: p215/70r14 )

Side wall cracking,dealer wants to adjust with new firestones. These are practically new and they are cracking, why would another set be any better. This is the second set of firestones that have cracked.( dot number: vncu tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tires are shredding and cracking.firestone will not replace blame toyota for not balancing tires properly, toyota blames firestone.both agree tires are worn to the point of danger and do not show normal tire wear.help.(dot number: w2hhawa469tiresize: p225/75r15)

The lovelace law firm represents ms. Latonya washington with respect to this accident.please note that the ford explorer involved in this accident was rented from budget car and truck rental,okaloosa county air terminal, fort walton, florida, on jaunuary 5, 2001.additional information will be provided upon request. No safety defect listed. (dot number: 8xhltiresize: p235/75r15)

My tires are vibrating at high speeds of 50mph or more.firestone refuses to replace them.i travel to south carolina and ohio often.i am afraid of these tires and want them replaced.( dot number: tire size: p255/70416 )

I had no trouble with the tires until late may, 2000.during the last week of may through the middle of june 2000, i had five flats on these tires.apparently, the temperature in texas was a factor.there was never any foreign object in the hole in the tire.the holes were always of a rupture type, never a clean puncture.the flats always occurred when i was driving on gravel roads.the last flat was on the right front tire.i was again on a gravel road and was forced to brake suddenly.immediately upon braking, i experienced a rapid, almost instantaneous, deflation of the right front tire.the tire was not repairable, as the star shaped hole was approximately 2-3 inches in diameter.after this failure, with less than 12,000 miles wear on them, i replaced all four tires on my truck.at that time, nothing had been made public about problems with firestone tires.(dot number: w273wma279tiresize: p26575r16)

Upon inspection of all 4 tires on vehicle, 3 of the tires (1 driver's front, 2 rear) were noted to have small cracks/splits around each tire sidewall approximately 3 inches below the top of the tread.front tire has the greatest number of cracks.( dot number: w2hlipy tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tire had a crack all around the circumference of the belt.my regular tire store indicated that this was the beginning of a tread separation.the tire was built in wilson north carolina.the authorized firestone tire store replaced it with no charge. (tiresize: p23575r15)( dot number:tire size: p23575r15 )

Pe00-020;tire p23575r15, dot w2 original equipment with mercury mountaineer, 1998 with 53,000 miles. 3 out of4 tires have developed cracks in the sidewall which opened up a little with stress on the tires.also,a small fine line in between the core and tread.

The consumer would like recall #01t016000 performed on the vehicle before tread separation occurs (firestone wilderness at p235/75r15, three tires have dot #w2hl1py327, 1 tire has dot #w2hl1py317).mrscc *nlm

When rotating the tires on our pickup, we noticed cracks/splits on the sidewalls of three of the tires.these tires continue to lose air pressure. We believe this is due to the cracks/splits in the sidewalls.we visited a firestone dealer, who claims the tires are not defective, and will not replace them. (dot number: vd70tiresize: p245/75r16)

All 4 tires began to show tread separation all the way around the tire on both the inside and the outside of the tires. The vehicle was taken to 2 different ford dealerships, including the one where i bought my explorer, and both recognized the break down of the tires but stated that it was a firestone problem as the tire id number was not on their recall list. Ford sent me back out on the highway with bad tires.the vehicle was taken to firestone which would only prorate a replacement which was not adequate.thus i elected to replace the tires with michelins.i have photographed the tires and have kept the tires for future reference.it appears that the tires broke down due to the fact that ford used the low pressure of 26 psi. In the tires to prevent rollover.this low pressure caused all 4 tires to break down at the same time. It was fortunate that the break down was found before complete separation occured causing a fatal accident.the firestone dealer confirmed to me that the low pressure in the tires was the cause for the break down and thus was not firestone's problem. As reported on the news this am 10-9-00 goodyear tires on ford explorers also have had tread separation probably caused by the low pressure required by the ford motor co. To prevent rollover of the explorer. These tires have not been recalled by ford or firestone and it is obvious that there are defective tires still out on the road and something should be done about this situation immediately. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Tire tread unraveled with out warning and i lost control of the truck. Slid into a deep ditch. The tire caused extensive damage to the rear side of the car.

While driving the tires failed to perform and made the car slip into ditch. I had to get it pulled out and i had it looked at the ford dealer. The dealer and firestone recommended to me that they would replace the tires free of charge so the car will not do it again. It is now september 22, 2000 and i have not heard them giving the tires as the said they would. I received a letter from bridgestone/firestone recalling my wilderness at tires. Please help me because i could have been killed like the other accidents. I feel bridgestone/firestone is cheating and lying to us. Congress supports my request. Thank you. Chhabi( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

I was informed today that i have wilderness at tires dot code vd and w2, but the tread on all 4 of my tires is bad. I have 35000 miles on these tires and was told they should be good for 60000 miles. I am to take my vehicle to a firestone dealer tomorrow for them to determine if these tires are defective. Seems to me there is something wrong with these tires, and it doesn't matter which plant they were made in.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I took my tires to a ford dealer and showed them.the only thing they said was that i better get them changed or park my truck. These tires still look new. But they are getting air bubbles under the tread. Belts are coming apart or broken.but the tread still looks like new.i dont think it is fair , they have a problem with these tires and wont fix them. I have even talked to my ford dealer about your advisery and they said it doesnt mean anything to them. Please dont let these people get away with this.my wife and 4 kids ride with me, i cant afford to loose them becouse some tire company feels like they dont have a problem. Thanks. ( dot number: tire size: p235/70/r1 )

Consumerhad inspectedfour sets of tires which he had boughtfroma ford explorer, andtireswere cracking. Dodge truck, dakota, 1998, p-235/75r15, dot w211l.

Am fearful tires are not safe, have complained to ford and firestone ride has become increasingly bumpy and rough, am fearful tires are defected, ford told me the tire was chopped up due to rotating but ok to drive.can you do anything about this before it's too late.i want my tires replaced.fearful they may be defected. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

Firestone, p235/75r15 size dot#: 8xhlt1c400. One ofreplacement tireshas started to separateand crack in four different places onblackwall side in the center oftread. Tire has not been used. There were similar cracks on two of the tires mounted onfront of tires in two places different places.

Left front tire went suddenly flat. Did not shread. Upon close look found small cuts or separationsinthis flat tire and also in all three of the other tires .felt all should be replaced as i did not trust them. Firestone had no interest in talking to me. (tiresize: p245r16)( dot number:tire size: p245r16 )

The tires were checked and inflated to 39 psi before leaving home for the 112 mile trip.on the return trip after approx. A one hour stop the right rear tire blewafterabout 50 miles.the tire has an l shaped split about 12" long 3/4" down from the edge of the tread then a 90 degree turn and an opening all the way to the bead.the sidewall of the tire below the 12" split has the cord boby of the tire atached to it.the cord has separated from the tread portionand is hanging down inside the tire.the tread to bead split is completely openboth plies of cord split at the same place.i no longer believe that these tires are safe. My gm dealer had two reported failures of this type of tire on the same day the other person said his tire failed in the same manner at 18,000 miles.gm is willing to replace the tire with another firestone wilderness at,but i would like them to replace the tires with another brand. (dot number: w273tiresize: p265/75r16)

Pe00020, original equipment on 2000, mercury mountaineer, tire size 23575r15, dot 8xlh, passenger's reartire had a blowout at 5,000 miles.also, a problem with an object stuck to tread.please provide further information.

After driving approximately 20 minutes at a speed of approx. 30 mph on a gravel road firestone wilderness p265/70r16 rear tire blew out on my '01 gmc yukon with complete tread separation, and the radials breaking. My husband changed the tire with our spare that is the same make/model. Approx. 10 minutes later on apaved road at a speed of 45 mph, the spare blew out with complete tread separation. Our vehicle was towed to the dealership, and there was no problem found with the vehicle. They believe the tires are defective. We have replaced all four tires on our vehicle and kept the firestone for evalution and analysis purposes.

Upon hearing about the tire recall, i went to mertz ford where i purchased my vehicle for inspection.i was told my tires weren't on the recall list.as additional news reports continued, we inspected the tires ourselves to find a crack at the treadline that ran around the outside perimeter of all four tires.i returned to the dealer and was told by their sales manager that something needed to be done as the tires were not safe.we returned when the service dept. Was open and were again told they would work something out.after the vehicle had been dropped off, we received a call indicating that we would need to pay for all 4 new tires (replaced with goodyear wrangler rt/s (tires, labor, tax:$379.01).i kept the defective tires and my receipt.i don't know how firestone can maintain that tires manufactured only at the decatur plant are the unsafe tires for the recall. I want firestone to reimburse me for my total expenditures. (dot number: vnhl1py506tiresize: p235/75r15)

P235/75r15, replacement tire underrecall blewout at 50 miles aftertires were put on the vehicle. Firestone will not replace tires because they were not under the recall.

Tires exhibit cracks at the tread line (all four) and have not failed.i have since replaced them on my own but decided to report them anyway.i have hi-res photos and can e-mail them if you like.all media related to the tires that i have seen says that the cracks are signs of tires near failure.as my tires were not part of the recall, i chose not to take the chance.please call / e-mail if interested. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235-75-15)

Contacted and ford and firestone and was told since my tires are not part of the recalled tires, there was nothing they could do.at my last maintenance check, my tires were rotated so that the bad tire (as proven by a computer print-out) is now on the rear passenger side. (dot number: w2hlipy398tiresize: p235/75r15)

Dear sir or madam, i have a 1997 mercury mountaineer withat tires that are not part of the recall. I took my vechile to firestones service center and they said that they show the same type of wear as the recalled tires and should be replaced but since they are not part of the recall i would have to pay a prorated amount for replacements. I do not think that i should have to pay for replacements if they are showing the same problems as the recalled ones .i am on there list waiting for replacementsbut i think someone needs to. ( dot number: vnhl tire size: 23575r15 )

My tires have leaked air since the suv was purchased.i know this has something to do with thread seperation.i thought i had a leak and needed a plug several times but no plug was necessary.i have been to several service stations and all have told me the thread of all 4 tires is 40% worn out.there are only 23000 miles on this suv.they have also told me it is not safe to drive my vehical.i have been to firestone in revere ma and they want 145 dollars for tires.they told me that they are defective, but that nhtsa made a deal with firstone to allow them to only recall 15 inch tires.these tires have not been recalled.this is a travesty to the safety of americans and a disgrace to your organization.these tires should all be recalled and replaced with non firestone tires.people are going to die from this, why would you only make them recall 15 inch tires.please let me know what i can do to get firestone to replace my tires with another brand for no charge. (tiresize: 16 inch)( dot number:tire size: 16 inch )

Original tires on a ford, explorer, 1998, p23575/r15, 105s m/s, dot w2hl. All 4 tires are showing evidence of hair line cracking, took to firestone and they would not look at it.

I have three tires with cracks at the base of the tread.both i and my tire dealer believe that these tires exhibit the beginning of tread separation.furthermore, if left in service we are confidentthat they will fail.i have contacted ford by phone and firestone via email without satisfaction.both ford and firestone believe that the firestone wilderness at failures are limited to those tires marked dot vdl.unfortunately, they are both wrong.while i still have the defective tires in my posession, they have been taken out of service.please work with ford & firestone to expand the recall to include these tires.thank you in advance for your attention to this request. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75r15)

Pe00-020; tires size p23575r15, dot w2, original tires on toyota, tacoma, 1998 with 21,000 miles.rear passenger's side tire blew out. There was a 2-3 inch hole which started at the tread andwent back down towards the letters. Consumer was driving at 20 mph and going up the hill when it blew out.

While traveling heard vibration/ noise,and noticedcracks on tires. Please provide further information.

I have tried to receive reimbursement from ford and firestone ever since august 2000 for four failed firestone wilderness atx's.from the beginning we had problems with these tires on my ford explorer.when we traveled at 60mph, the vehicle would shake violently.we took the vehicle to the ford and firestone dealers who told us they could find nothing wrong.so for the next 2 1/2 years, we did not dare drive above 60mph.while these tires were on the explorer, i made sure to have them rotated and properly inflated per the directions on the tires.about two years later, we noticed extreme wear on the outer perimeters of all four tires, as was noticed by the place where we got the tires rotated, as well as strangers at gas stations.i took it again to firestone and demanded replacement.i was told that there was no mileage warranty, and because they were so worn out (steel belts visible) on the perimeter (but not the middle tread area) there was no wear credit.i was told that all i could do was purchase new tires at my cost.not wanting to put my family's life in jeopardy, in early 1999, i replaced all four tires at my cost ($367.29) with michelins.since then, not only is the car running smoothly above 60mph, with 20,000 miles on them, they still have plenty of tread for another 20-30,000 miles.when the recall was announced in august 2000, i rejoiced because i knew something was inherently wrong with the tires, and because i thought (mistakingly) i would be reimbursed.but...because i had replaced my tires before the official recall, i am not eligible for reimbursement. Ironically, when i went to the ford dealer recently for a different recall, he noticed that i still had a wilderness atx as a spare, so i am in the process of changing that one. It is highly unethical and insulting to be reimbursed for a never-used spare and not for the other four, just because i was proactive and did not wait until my family was killed like so many others.

On october 4th, 2000 i had my ford explorer tires checked for the firestone tire recall. I was told by the ford service department, and given a service report, that all 5 of my tires passed inspection and were not on the firestone recall. Then on october 11th, 2000 my wife was driving 35 miles an hour in the city when a tire blew out! upon my inspection i found out that all of my tires have cracks on the side walls where the tread is attached. The tire that blew out has the side wall rubber missing in this area around the whole tire. The cords are showing around the side wall! if a qualified ford service center can't identify a tire problem when they see it, then a lot of people will get killed until the tire problem is solved. My tires should be on recall! (dot number: w2hl1py386tiresize: p235/75r15)

When the firestone tire recall was first announced, i checked the tires on my 1998 ford explorer. The dot numbers and size were not among those listed in the recall, the tires seemed to be in good condition so i wasn't overly concerned. I have always maintained my vehicles meticulously, including the tires.air pressure is checked weekly and kept at 30 psi as instructed in the owners manual, and rotated at every other oil change (6000 mi ).while washing the vehicle several weeks ago, i noticed a slight hairline crack on the sidewall about 3/4 of an inch down from the tread area. This crack did not go completely around the tire at this time and was evident on only two tires. I have kept a close eye on them ever since. This past weekend i noticed it on all four tires, nearly completely around on two of them. This crack looks like the early stages of tread separation,and has our family afraid to drive our explorer any further than around town at city speeds. I believe that all wilderness at tires should be included in the recall, especially if they have visible defects.thank you (tiresize: p255r70-16)( dot number: tire size: p255r70-16 )

Chevrolet silverado 2002, p26575r16 114s dot not available.consumer states that the vehicle wobbles while driving on a smooth road at any speed.consumer read in the owners manual, that if this happens. The wheels may need rebalancing.ts

The problem that i am having is the dealership inflates my tires improperly during service.the drivers door reads that the cold pressure for the front should be 30 and the rear 35.i have been having this problem for several months and have been getting my tires serviced for free because noone wants to address the problem.they contend my tire gauge is wrong.once i had them check them before i left the dealership and they had to let pressure out.all i would ask is that the situation be addressed before someone who does not check their tires when they leave the dealership is in a accident and hurt.thank you in advance for your help.( dot number:)

Original equipment on a 2000, explorer, p235/75r15 size . Tread onfront right tire separated at highway speeds.

At the time of incident the temperature was about 80 degrees.this happened on i-66 west when the vehicle came to a complete stop i checked the tire and the tread completelycame off of the rim.i called #77 for road assistance. The tire has been diposed of i had no known knowledge of any defects with the tires until after the fact.( dot number: w2hl1py )

Tires are showing signs of catostrophic failure. The tires are splitting at the tread /sidewall interface.additionally the tires started to "thump / vibrate, and cause a steering wheel shimmy, and also caused a low speed rocking of the vehicle". I contacted two firestone dealers, and a ford dealer, but they refused to replace the tires.i purchased new tires (michelin ltx) and that eliminated the previously mentioned problems. (dot number: w2tiresize: p235-75r15)

My tires are vibrating at different speeds, also they loose air constantly, i have had them checked at least 8 times and a substantial amount of air was missing each time!! the steering wheel is vibrating majorly at speeds of 50 to 75 mph per hour! i did contact the dealer but was told this tire is not recalled!! please note there is definately a problem with my tires and i am not an expert. Please advise a.s.a.p. - thank you! (dot number: w2cuird249tiresize: p255/70r16)

I noticed the sidewalls on my truck tires were uneven and showing buldging on all four tires. I took the tires to a local firestone dealer at 115 w. 3rd st., spokane wa. 99204.phone 509-838-8565. The store representive looked at the tires and stated that the sidewalls were bad and replaced the tires after prorating them at 38% collected. The tires were replaced with a like tire, wilderness a/t tires.( dot number: vnor1ww225 tire size: 235/85/r16 )

Three of the four tires have circumferential cracking ~1.5" from tire od(@ tread line).i have replaced tires on my own as firestone dealer will not have replacements till december.i have retained the cracked tires for future settlement.pls note that the cracked tires are currently not on the recall list.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tire started to come apart while driving the ohio turnpike, sounded like rumble strips prior to catastrophic failure.(tiresize: 265 /16)

After market tire p235/75r15, size dot#: 8xhl1py3000. Right front tire blew out at 55mph, causing extensive damage tovehicle.

While traveling on highwayat 60mphdriver's front tire blewout. Vehicle sustained substantial damage,passenger sustained minor injuries. P265/75r16, dotw273wma349 after market tires.

Pe00020, orignal equipment 1998 ford, explorer, tire size p23575r15 dot w2hl. Driver's front and rear passenger's tire goes flat due tocracks on the sidewall andtread,which may indicate the tread coming off.firestone is not willing to assist the consumer.please provide further information.

Consumer stated thata firestone wilderness attire245 75r16 109blew out while driving in a parking lot. The tire had a 6 inch gash from the rim all the way up.the tire was beyond repair.the mechanic replaced itwith spare tire.

Pe00020; original equipment on a 1997, mercury, mountaineer, tire size p23575r15, dot vnhl.all four tires are developing cracks weretread meetssidewall.please give any further details.

Departed topsham, me traveling south on i-95.about 1/2 hour outside of manhatten,ny the right rear tire blew out casing the ford explore to swerve to the right and hitting the guardrail. (dot number: w2hlipy317tiresize: 235/75/r15)

No summary listed for above vehicle. (dot number: w270rf059tiresize: p24575r16)

This is the current recall tire. I have a slice in the tire that was pointed out at the time i bought the truck. At that time, the dealership said that this would not be a problem. Since that time there has been much talked about problems with these tires. Some talk about the slices in the tires, as well as the seperationproblems. Now i have a slow leek in the rear left tire, (the one with the slice in it). It is a recall tire but the dealership said it would be at least 2-3 months before the replacements would be available in our area. So i took the truck to atire repair shop to fix it, they refused to repair the tire due to this slice in the sidewall. In the meantime i am adding air to this tire every day to maintain it untill i can get my replacement tires. My question is, do i have any other options or recourse. No safety defect.(dot number: vd70tiresize: p24575r16)

I have checked several times over the last year concerning recall of these tires. They never seem to fall in any of the recalls even under the recent recall by firestone for tires after 1998. In checking with several tires stores in our area i have been told that the only reason that they are not under the recall is that they are not on a ford product. This seems to me to be ludicious since these tires are known to fail and are on a veh of similar weight and characteristics to the ford products. I want to know why firestone is not replacing these tires. (dot number: vdw8 aw2tiresize: 235/75r16)

My job requires me to be on the road in all the southern states 6 days a week, in hot interstate travel conditions.all four of my tires were manufactured in the wilson nc plant, which has been proven by numerous investigations that these tires have caused many fatal accidents by tire tread separation.i must tell you that i feel very "unsafe" and uneasy every time i get in my automobile.this is a very uneasy feeling.i would like to replace all of the tires and the spare, with another tire from another manufacturer.i feel this cost should be covered by firestone, since they made the faulty tires in the first place. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

I understand that these tires were not made at the decauter plant,howerer, the tires are splitting and seperating at the letters and just above the letters they are cracking. The local dealer was the one that brought this to my attention. I tried to contact the manufactor but the advised me that they could not help me because the tires are not on the recall. My wife drives this truck 100 miles round trip daily to work and i am concerned for her safety. Please help us for we do not have the money to purchase new tires and feel that we shouldn't have to. Thanks robert edwards. (dot number: e4 02 7477tiresize: p235-75r15)

Tires are showing signs of separation, more so in the back, firestone will not replace them. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Every month i check my tire pressure.in checking the tire pressure on april 6th, i noticed that on all four tires, there was a splitting/crack which ran about three-quarters of an inch from right to left right under the tread knuckle where the knuckle of the tread would happen to meet the sidewall of the tire.i immediately called the service manager at my ford garage which is venus ford in cudahy, wisc.he told me over the phone that i would have to contact an authorized firestone dealer.i contact muskego firestone in muskego, wi.they inspected the tires and i was told that all four tires were unsafe.after i asked the owner (keith) how safe the tires actually were,he told me "if those tires were on my vehicle, they'd be coming off."keith contacted firestone.firestone would not replace the tires free of charge i guess in doing this they would not admit to any default with the tire or with theie workmanship.the only thing firestone would do for me was to replace all four tires under a pro-rating system.don't get me wrong, the tires were wearing like iron and for having 34,600 miles on them, the actual tread wear looked like the tires only had 10,000 miles on them.the depth of the tires were measured by the firestone dealer and all four tires came in at 10/32.the tires before coming off of my vehicle were documented by the firestone dealer on some form which i had to sign.on this form, the serial numbers of all four tires were listed and the their actual position on the vehicle.the replacement tires firestone provided were again their wilderness at's and same size.my cost which included labor and tax came out to about $50.00 per tire.after seeing the splits/cracks in the tires i wanted these tires removed because it was my concern that there was definitely a safety issue here.especially with a family and this family vehicle going to be used very shortly for two separte family vacations. (tiresize: 265/70r17)

Tire blew out on driver rear caused near uncontrollable vehicle. (dot number: vdcu1px429tiresize: 255/70/16)

These were original equipment tires and, after about 30000 miles, i noticed the truck lurched upon take-off from either a stop or slow speed, as well as a worming motion going around corners.the dealership assured me this all was normal.i got a flat (the front left) while hunting and, upon taking it to les schwab for proper repair, was told the tread had separated.the plug was stated to have been the cause of the separation.i then purchased four new tires.since these tires have been on my truck, the "normal" lurch is gone.i have been told by others that tread separation can cause a lurch the same as what i was experiencing.these wilderness at tires were not part of the recall.i do not have the dot numbers of the tires, though i am sure the dealership or ford would have them on record.i do not know if les schwab would still have the tires that i had replaced. (tiresize: p265/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r15 )

Iownfourwilderness tiresw ith the vd mark, the recalled tires; the tire shredded and i had to bring the vehicle to a stop which resulted in riding on the right front tire rim.the rim became jagged and it cost $175 to get it smoothed out.i am requesting a replacement of rim in addition to replacement of all tires on the explorer. I am also requesting a refund of $175 for having the rim repaired.( dot number: vd tire size: p235/75r15 )

Rear passenger's side tire tread separated in a 2000, chevrolet truck, 1500. Vehicle was moving approximately 65 mph attime of incident. Firestone, wilderness at, p265/75r16, dot#vn73wma389. It was an original tire purchased withvehicle.

Tire broke in belt while driving on a gravel road. This is the ninth failure of these tires and far exceeds any failure rate i 've ever had in similar drinving conditions. This is two of five tires that have gone flat while driving. The suspension is smooth enough to allow driving on a nearly flat tire and ti think this is why the sma;ller tires are failing as well. These products are unsafe and certainly are not "all terrain" but awfully tender instead.( dot number: w2cuipx458 tire size: p255r/7016 )

I was in the idaho mountains on a day trip when both rear firestone at tires went flat.i changed the most flat of the two and made it into a town on the spare and a flat tire.i put air in the flat tire and made it home.i contacted gm and they told me that the firestone at tires on their trucks were different than on fords and that their's were safe (yea right).i went to a tire retailer in my area and had all the firestone wilderness at tires (including the spare) removed from my truck and new tires (not firestone) installed.the tire installer verified that the problem was tread separation.i just wanted to ask you to please recall these killer tires.i was lucky and didn't kill myself and my family on our outing because of them.all it cost me was $500.00 for new tires to replace the garbage firestone wilderness at tires that chevrolet installed on my truck. (tiresize: p26575r16)

The tire shredded while driving along the highway.i do have photos of the tire showing the disintegration of the tire tread.this is not one of the recalled tires.however, due to this incident, i feel i should have my tires replaced by firestone.i will forward the phots to your office. (dot number: w2hhawb068tiresize: p225 75r15)

While traveling noticed uneavenbalance while traveling. Tireswere not part of recall. Conusmr replaced tires. Please provide further informaition.

Tires were replaced on 6/27/2000 and firestone rebate form was mailed in. Firestone's reponse was since the tires were purchased prior to jan 1, 2000 they were declining the claim. Since when is june 27, 2000 prior to jan 1, 2000??? firestone is not complying with their recall terms. Original receipt is clearly dated 6/27/2000. This company needs to be examined very closely by federal authorities at placing lives in danger and then shirking their own recall conditions.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I requested from jim bishop to replace my tires prior to my problem since i had bought the truck new from them i was told they didnot deal in tires...i then went to firstone and they to would not replace my tires in huntsville....i then filed with nhtsa(dot number: vn73wma0s0tiresize: p265/75r16)

Pe00020, original equipment on 1999 ford ranger, tires p23575r16, dot w270.all of the tires havelong crack along the tread and the sidewall which seems that tread to be peeling off. Thismay cause a crash.please provide further information.

2 front replacement tires failed after less than 5 months of use - separation.(dot number: 8xhltiresize: 235/75/r15)

I was traveling down the interstate at approxiametly 75 mph. Tread of tire peeled away from the sidewalls almost perfectly.i had traveled approximately 120 miles non-stop whenblowout occurred.i was traveling with my wife who is seven months pregnant with our first child. (dot number: o2-6555tiresize: p255/70r16)

No summary listed for above vehicle.(dot number: v070tiresize: 245 75 16)

Pe00020, original equipment on1998, mercury mountaineer, tire size p23575r15, dot vnhl1py188, all tires have cracks between the grooves oftire tread and cracks on the sidewall.firestone not willing to help because its not part of the recall.please provide further information.

Firestone previously replaced front tires due to other defects. Rear tires involved in recall. Firestone will replace rear tires only with other brand (general). Have been advised by fordnot to have unmatched tires on vehicle. Firestone claims no wilderness at available in this area for "8 to 12 months". Family does a lot of traveling between here and n.y. And florida. Need help resolving this issue. Thank you.( dot number: vd tire size: p235/75r15 )

Right front and rear left tiresare splitting in middlebecause tires were not manufactured in decatur georgia. Also,not on recall.

While traveling 35mph another vehicle noticedcracks. Front passengertires, p235/75r15,tires are original equipment.

Pe00-020; tire size p23575r15, dot vnhl1py268 original equipment on mercury, mountaineer, 1998 with 23,000 miles. Went to get tires rotated at local shopwhen a tire techincan noticed that front left tiredeveloped a crack where the tread meets the tire, it is beginning to separate.

Tire had partial tread separation and a near-perfect radial split from root of tread to bead.actual tread surface was fine.dealer said it had been "cut." (tiresize: 265/7516lt)( dot number:tire size: 265/7516lt )

On may 1,2001 i noticed tread separation on all four tires. Itook the vehicle to roberts tire and recapping at 1210 w. State street bristol tenn. A firestone dealer. They checked the tires and stated they could not gurantee that i would get home without tire separation. They said there was no recall and would only prorate the tires. I called firestone customer service and they said there was no recall. I replaced the tires with a set of michelin from sam sneed tire in bristol tenn. I still had approx 40 percent tread left on the firestone tires. I believe the 16 inch wilderness tires will fail as the 15 inch have. (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p245/75r16 )

Pe20020;wilderness at p235 70r16, on a ford f150 4x4 1997.on asphalt highway right front tire disintegrated around the outside of tread, there was no tire left. Second timeleft front tire blew in the tread line, did not come apart.

Upon switching my firestone tires to another brand, i noticed that one of the tires removed from my vehicle had a definite crack between the tread. It was an older tire, 2 years, 40k miles, but the deep crack between the treads concerned me, as i had not seen anything like that before.none of the other 3 tires exhibited this unusual wear characteristic. (dot number: w2hhtiresize: p225/75r15)

Original equipment on a 1997, explorer, p255/70r16 size dot#: w2cu1px177.tires have started to crackalong the sidewall.

Tread completely separated.(dot number: w2ul awntiresize: p205/75r15)

Traveling on highway left, rear tire blew. After tire was changed,full sized, brand new spare blew 300 miles later.(tiresize: p2657ur17)( dot number:tire size: p2657ur17 )

Despite repeated alignments and balancings,the tires vibrate, the vehicle pulls, and wet and snow performance is poor compared to other oe tires gm has used in the past, i.e. Goodyear.i have discussed this problem with nationaltire and battery, and they are of the opinion that all wilderness at tires are defective and should be recalled.i have found many other owners of chevys trucks will similar experiences, and there are many people on the internet that have documented blowouts.it is time to act and get wilderness at tires off the road with a complete recall.thank you for investigating this matter.james cilecek, md. [email protected]. (tiresize: 265 75 16)( dot number:tire size: 265 75 16 )

Firestone says this tire is not on recall list.it should be.ford will take no responsibility.my question to the dealership was whether or not they knew about a problem with firestone tires at the time they sold me the vechile.if they did know and did not disclose this information to me, they should be held responsible. (dot number: xxtiresize: p255r7016)

Original equipment on a 2001, ford, f150, p235/70r16 size.while drivingleft front tire lost air pressure, resulting in temporary loss ofcontrol.dealer has been notified. Please provide additional information.

Original equipment on a ford, explorer 1997. Consumer saw cracks on the side, evidence of tread separation.

No summary (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

We "did not" feel "safe" with these tires on our vehicle.we talked to representative from the hotline and he gaves us the okay to get new tires and send in the forms.well we went and got the new tires and sent in the paper work, and we got back a letter saying, "we have reviewed the entire file and unfortunately, we must respectfully deny your request for a refund.we are unable to process your refund for one or more reasons: the type of tire you requested replacement/reimburstment forwas not part of the voluntary safety recall" we have also writen them a letter stating that theywere not satisfing all their customers.please help me. (dot number: w2hlipy308tiresize: p2357515)

Tires failed at 16,000 miles then again at 26,000 complaint sent to firestone but they sent letter that they will not cover the replacement because the tires were bought before the recall. Please help. The tires didn't wait for the recall to split and put me and my family's life at risk.(tiresize: p235/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p235/70r16 )

For the last 3 months i have had problems maintaining air pressure in my wilderness at tires.at least twice a week 2 out of the 4 tires loses 10 pounds of air pressure. Tires have been looked at by an authorized ford dealership and i have been told they are fine- no leaks or punctures - yet i am consistently have a problem maintaining proper inflation of the tires. (tiresize: 255/70r/16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70r/16 )

Consumers experienced a blowout of a firestone wilderness at tire while driving over a bridge (p235/75r15-105s m/s).nlm

My tires appeared as if cats had scratched them.the sidewalls of the tires were peeling off.i returned these tires and have just been informed these were not the tire in question.i was informed that i would not get any money back.the tires in question were obviously dangerous.i, also, just had a set of twins and want only the safest for my children.does it take someone to get killed to get reinbursement?i did the right thing by getting those tires off of my vehicle.please respond as soon as possible. (dot number: vncuipx518tiresize: 255-70-16)

P235/75r15, dot unknown, right rear tire blewout at a speed of 75 mph, not known if tire was qriginal equipment.

Ever since i picked up vehicle from dealer i have been hearing and feeling a thump coming from the front tires at high or low speed, car rocks when driving slow, very noisy with thump at high speeds, one tire very hard to balance requiring extra weights, (suspect this one is bad) last time i had tires balanced the mechanic sugested i get that tire replaced but store manager did not do anything about, tried to sell a set of 4 new tires even though my tire are fairly new. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

All four tires were found to be "cracked" along the tread/sidewall at 11,500 miles.local firestone dealer replaced all four.while at the crown ford dealership earlier that day i had them check my tires and they sent me to the firestone dealer, the service manage checked other expeditions in the shop and found simular cracks on at least one more expedition in the shop.i realize the 16" tires are not on the recall program.however, i do not think the problem begins and ends with only 15" tires. I have sent complaints via e-mail to ford and firestone and have received their standard replies ref. The recall.i have lost confidence in firestone and desire anothner brand of tire.please help. Thanks (tiresize: 25570r16)( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )

Blow-out occured, tire was replaced. The other three tires purchased on the same date have developed cracks at the area where tread meets the side wall.tires now have approximately 40,000 miles on them.(tiresize: p245/75/16)

Tire shreaded while driving along i-81 just oustside harrisonburg, va. Car controlled. Shreading of tire caused plastic trim to be damaged. Digital photographs of ruined tire and damage to tim available. All tires replaced by the tire station, 202, williamson rd, roanoke, va, 24011 10/7/2000 at no charge. Alltires retained by agent. (dot number: w2hl1pytiresize: p235/75r15)

Consumer has replaced the firestone wilderness at (p235/75r15) tires on several occasions due to failure, not covered under the recall that is being issued. *mjs

I am trying to find out recall information on my tires,before they fail! no safety defect mentioned. (tiresize: 17)( dot number:tire size: 17 )

Upon returning to the road from a service station, the truck developed a shimmy.as i proceededdown the road, the vibrating got worse.i pulled over to the side of the road but could not see a problem.upon returning back to the road, the vibrating became more severe.i was able to make it onto an access road and into a service station parking lot.once i entered the parking lot, i heard a very loud pop.it was then that i discovered that my front driver's side tire had blown out.the blow out caused a 6-8 inch gash in the blackwall of my tire.this is not the first time that this has occured.this same problem happened roughly 7-8 months ago on the passenger's front side tire.we also had to replace a third tire because it developed a very large bubble near the outer edge of the blackwall.i am getting to where i am afraid to drive the vehicle as long as those tires are on it.so far we have had to replace 2 tires which we had to purchase new at a pro-rated cost.this number will now increase to 3 because of the incident that occured today.i am just thankfull that no-one got injured in either blow out.but i am fearful that may change if the last wildnerness tire from the original set purchased deteriorates like the others. (dot number: vd66aw2300tiresize: 30x9.50r15)

No summary listed for above vehicle.( dot number: tire size: 265/75-15 )

Original equipment on a 1997, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot# : vnhl.all four tires have started to separate along the sidewall.

I have a 1997 ford explorer with firestone wilderness at tires. These tires do not belong to the recall. I had my tires inspected a couple of weeks ago by the firestone dealer.who said they were fine.i keep the pressure in the tires about 30 psi.on thansgiving weekend, while i was on the highway i had my rear tire shredded.we almost lost control of our vehicle but managed to pull off the road eventually.i called firestone and ford and was given the run around for a couple of days.i called ford, where they indicated to me that they were not responsible for the tires and only responsible for taking information about incedents.firestone said that rear tire failures are common , and i should not believe in the hype about the tires since they are a safe product. He also said to me that ford explorer's have a high incedence of tires failing from the rear left side, and it is a fairly common occurence. Eventually after much argument, a local firestone dealer has agreed to replace one tire free of charge.this was only because we could not retemine why the tire had shredded.it looked to be like the tred seperated in one portion and subsequently tore the rest of the tire off.the firestone guy said it was not the "typical" tread separation.he also offered to replace my tires for about $500 if i did not feel safe with the current set.at this point i feel very unsafe driving my vehicle.niether ford nor firestone seem to feel it is their responsibility to address my fears.is there anything that can be done about this?.i have names contact numbers and representatives with whom i have spoken. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p23575r15)

After market tires, p235/75r15 size. Two of the tires blewout while driving at highway speeds.

Tires have had freqent flats, 1 deflated on its own overnight, tread wear above average, these tires need to be included in recall. (tiresize: p265-75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265-75r16 )

I had to have two tires replaced in may 2000. One was damaged from being involved in an accident.the other had gone flat and, when inspected for repair, was found to be crumbling and in such poor condition that it also had to be replaced.in september 2000 i noticed cracking around the exterior walls and tire tread, and in some spots in the tread itself, on the last two original tires.i contacted firestone regarding the recall and was told to bring the vehicle in to have the tires checked.i brought the truck into firestone and was told that there was no problem with the tires and that there was nothing they could or would do since the tires were not included in the recall.i contacted nhtsa and was told that the recall might be expanded to include these tires in the future.i experienced loss of tire pressure on a weekly basis and had to put air into the tires at least once a week (the tires were filled to 30 lbs. Psi, not at the manufacturer's recommended pressure).since we felt that there was a serious safety issue with the tires, we have replaced them.if you have any interest in examining them, we still have them in our possession.the explorer is used primarily under moderate speed and short distance conditions, for example, driving to the store.these tires were not subjected to any conditions that could be an explanation for this cracking.the tires were not subjected to abnormal high-speed conditions, extreme temperatures or any other abuse. Although we no longer have these tires on our truck, it is our opinion that these tires should also be included in the recall before there are any more injuries or deaths due to accidents that could have been avoided. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

I have kept the tires in question in the event of any legal proceedings.i believe that my tires or some internal malfunction to the vehicle caused it to lose control and cause this accident.

Pe00020, original equipment on 1998, ford explorer, tire size p25570r16, dot w2cu1px258.passenger's front and rear tirescracked about 2cm in lengthalong tread andsidewall ,which may indicatetread may peeling off.also,driver's front and rear tires started to have cracks.please provide further information.

The 2 front tires on my ford explorer had steel cord showing through them at 38,00 miles i took the car to big o to have the tires replaced the informed me that the tires did not match the dot code that firestone is recalling but the new tires could not be put on the car without having the wheel barrings repacked. I don't know if ford has had problems with the front wheel assemby on the explorers or if the firestone tires are to blame but i would appreciate any information you can give me. I am afraid of the car now and i am out $547.00 on a car that i still consider to be new for these problems.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

On march 11, 2000, i purchased 4 firestone wilderness a/t tires new from les schwab tires in mount vernon, washington.approximately three months later the right rear tire disintegrated at 55 miles per hour while going down highway 20.i took photographs because of the extreme nature of the damage to the tire and will provide them upon request.please consider adding my tires to your recall list.thank you.( dot number: w2hlipy316 tire size: p235/r15 )

Had my tires checked at firestone but did not feel comfortable, did not see the tires myself.i felt very unsafe driving my own new vehicle, so i went to a place that my son knows the people very well.goodyear.while the truck was up on the mount,i inspected the tires myself and had notice something on the sidewall facing the inside truck.it was on all the tires sidewall.and outer wall.looks like cracking and peeling.also the outer wall on the outside of the truck is turning a funny color.when i asked someone to look at them, a good friend,they said it was the belts ready to give way.the gentlemen at goodyear, was very concerned for my safety and that of my family.they replaced my tires of course i paid for them.they took the time to mark the reciept of the purchasewith the damage of the tires.i then went to firestone and showed them,they told me it was heat damage and could not do anything about it.i then took them to where i had purchased the truck and was told that it was tire dressing and mold.so i preceeded to go to the corporate store where i was told that it was rubberized paint.my tires were and still are unsafe and have defaults.i believe that i am entitled to reimbursement for the 5 tires.i was not about to put firestone tires back on my truck.i would not have felt any better.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires felt unstable and sometimes abnormal sounding for several months at 60mph on highway.no problems found during vehicle alignment and tire balancing. Normal use and proper inflation since purchase of tires in september of 1997. (tiresize: p265/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r15 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: all tires had hair line cracks around the tire where the tread meets. Original equipment on a 1996 ford, explorer, p255/70r16, dot unavailable. Firestone notified . Please feel free to provide any further details.

These tires haven't actually "failed" but they are absolutely the worst hydroplaning tires i have ever owned. At 40 mph on straight roads you feel like you're going to lose control. I bought a set to put on our jeep cherokee 2 weeks before the recall,although i didn't purchase the recalled size. I also have a set of the steeltex at on a ford f-250 pickup i purchased new and they are worthless on wet roads also. (tiresize: lt23575r15)( dot number:tire size: lt23575r15 )

Replacements for original good year. Purchased at costco. (dot number: 8xhltiresize: p235/75r15)

Original equpment on a 1997, explorer, p235/75r15, siz dot#: vnhl. Tread on all four tires have developed cracks all the way around.

Consumer is concerned that the recall 00t005 of the firestone wilderness at tire only covers the firestone 15 inch tire and not the 16 inch tires.nlm

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First off there has been no failure as yet.i couldn't get this far without saying there was.i just want to know what about the tires i have is any different than the ones being recalled?i still don't hear why they are failing.if as i suspectthat it is the glue is there a different glue used on 16"?i'm curious too about whether the tire is responsible for the feeling that the vehicle could roll very easily.i've noticed in a couple of circumstances of quick braking to avoid an accident that the vehicle like the center of gravity is somewhere above the top of the cab.this is not in a situation where the vehicle is sliding side ways either.it just feels like it could very easily flip over.i see no apparent flaws in the tires at this point and they seem to be wearing as well as any other tire on the market.they just don't feel right and didn't prior to the recall action.this is a fyi from me to you and at this point i hold little if any hope of these being recalled.what is your advice for me?thanks for your time. (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p245/75r16 )

2 tires began separate at 70 mph on a 110 degree day. Causing truck to go off the road. (dot number: vd66tiresize: 30x9.50r15)

One of my wilderness at tires developed a bumping, sensation, i am not a novice when it comes to cars, and know this is a sign of a belt slip, not a balance problem. I replaced all four tires, and kept the firestones, which had only 13,000 miles on them, i have been concerned about these tires which were made at the w2 (wilson) plant, after reading your data base, and other internet reports, and have contacted you and firestone, firestone sent a form letter, with the same ole hype that my tires were safe, and i have not heard from you. My question is, are you looking into recalling tires from the w2 (wilson ) plant? (dot number: w29v1pktiresize: 265-75-15)

Original equipment on a 1999, ranger p245/75r16 size . Tread on all four tires have started to crack along the sidewall.

Seriously cracking side walls( dot number: vd tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tires are cracking-dry rotting. Junk tires.(dot number: vn73tiresize: 265/75/r16)

These tires have been a problem since the beginning. These should have been recalled like the fords were. These were standard equipment on gmtrucks also. I don'tfeel safe with these on the truck. Can't afford to replace these at this time. (tiresize: 2657016)

Firestone wilderness at 265 75 r16 treadbelt came completely off while driving.ties only have 31xxx on them.tire have been rotated every 5000 miles and infalted to manufactures specs.i will take pictures tonight of the damage and tire.

The tires that came with the vehicle do not have a heat resistance rating on them. I checked all four tires and there are no ratings. I want to know if the rating is required by law . I want to know ,if the rating is required, do i have recourse. If the tires are illegal because they do not have the heat rating, can i have ford or firestone replace the tires? ( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

When recall first started, i took vehicle to firestone dealer, was told my tires were not on recall list, was also told the seperating lines on my tires were caused from "heat stress & all tires do that!"i don't think so, not one of the four vehicles sitting in our driveway have the lines on them like these do!please check this out, very concerned about driving down the road & having tires blow out on me.thank you!!! (tiresize: 255/70r/16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70r/16 )

The front tire blew out causing me to lose control, then both rear tires blew.this seems pretty extreme for tires that had very little tread wear to out and not perform as they should.even with a trailer attached, the explorer rolled over and was uncontrollable.the explorer was equipped with a ford hitch and the trailer towing package.the weight of the trailer was under the weight specified by ford, 4990 lbs.this accident should not of happened. (tiresize: p255r75x16)( dot number:tire size: p255r75x16 )

All four tires exhibit cracks around perimeter of tires at the base of the tread. Tires are not vd or subject to recall. Three are us made, last is made in canada. The canadian tire has the least amount of cracks. Pictures can be forwarded. I have not contacted a firestone dealer.( dot number: tire size: 235r75 )

Original equipment on a toyota, prerunner 1999, p26575r15 112sns,dot w29vawi149.there are splits on all 4 tires, consumerhas had tires rotated when taken in for service. Consumer has had 11 splits due to slits and cuts in tire.

Had one tire blowout and one otherwas cracking. A minor accident occurred. P235/75r15dot #.

Tire therd sperated from body of tire (tiresize: 235-75r-15)( dot number:tire size: 235-75r-15 )

Tire underwent sudden and complete (360 deg.) tread separation at approx. 65 mph after having been driving about one hour at speeds of (60-70mph).weather was clear, temp (95-100deg.).tire was routinely inspected and kept inflated at factory recommended level of 35psi.tire had experienced no prior puncture or other damage.all four tires on the vehicle have been replaced and are in my possession and available for inspection. (dot number: w273tiresize: p265/75r16)

Tire blow out on side.no holes in treads but tread separation from rest of tire.(dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

I took my explorer in to have the tires checked.i was told they were not included in the recall but that they were falling apart and needed replacement.i am unable to afford new tires right now so i am forced to drive on dangerous tires.can you help me?( dot number: tire size: p235 )

Customers started observing wear of front right tire april/2000. Spare tire was placed on vehicle. Now, front left tire has woren out as well, it was first observed in aug./2000. (dot number: w2hltiresize: 235/15)

Replaced all 4 tires because of vibration at highway speeds.we had these tires balanced and checked over 8 times at numerous dealers, but because of ford recall, they would not do anything about it.i removed the tires from my vehicle at 14,000 miles due to safety concerns about the vibration.i still have the original tires.the firestone dealer would have done something about it had there not been a recall in effect.this problem existed from the day we purchased the vehicle until we had them removed. (tiresize: 225r75/15)( dot number:tire size: 225r75/15 )

Pe00-020 ; dot w2hl1py017, tires size p23575r15, original equipment on ford explorer,1998 with 50,000 miles.consumer took vehicle to firestone, and dealer told consumerthattires were not part of recall.following week,consumer took vehicle to private mechanic toinspect tire. Mechanicnoticed rear passenger'sside tire was starting to separate about 18 inches long and 3 inches wide inside of the tread wall, and steel belt was coming through the separation. Defect was at an early stage.

I took the vehicle to a firestone store for inspection.they found that there were bubbles and the tread was peeling as was common with the recalled 15" tires.it showed indications that the tread was coming off.we were advised to replace the tires as they were unsafe.we have replaced the tires before a full separation and accident occurred. We have retained the tires for inspection and would like to be reimbursed for these defective tires as there was approximately 75% tread left on the tires. (dot number: w270tiresize: p245/75r16)

Firestone, wilderness,31x10.5r15lt1090 vd60lw3178; while traveling at 55 mph noticed vibration without any indication.left front tire blewout. Please provide further information.

I actually have had 2 tires blow out. Once on rear left, once on rear right. On rear left, the tire blew in half.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

Firestone tire delaminated and the explorer went out of control and rolled over numerous times.all 4 occupants sustained severe back and neck injuries.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

R16 tires must be included in firestone recall.we fear for our lives and are not necessarily able to replace all new tires without firestone's monetary help!recall!recall!recall! (tiresize: r16)( dot number:tire size: r16 )

When are these tires going to be recalled?my family and i feel very uncomfortable driving on these tires!i have contacted firestone and ford directly to complain about this, but i can not get any satisfaction.the 15" tires that have been recalled are made exactly like the 16" ones on my vehicle.can someone help me please!thanks in advance.lance marker. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

I have been to firestone and they say this tire is not covered under their recall. (dot number: vd60aw3238tiresize: 3110.50r15)

Why has the wilderness at 16 in tires made in the same factory as the 15 in. Ones not been recalled?how can one in. Difference in size make them safe?ford explorers with the eddie bauer package all come equiped with 16 in. Firestone tires.please look into the problem! thank you. (dot number: vdcuipx129tiresize: 255/70r16)

Blowout at 35 mph, pow hiss hiss, lump lump.(dot number: 8xmltiresize: 235/75r15)

This defect involves sidewall deterioration and abnormal wear. The car was bought with 35000mi and immediately they started wearing. In june the first two started losing air between the base of the tread & sidewall. In early july the other 2 followed suit. We replaced all 4 tires with b.f. Goodrich with an lt rating. Also, tire pressure was kept at 30psi instead of 26 at all times.( dot number: unknown tire size: p23575r15 )

No tire failure as yet, but notice hairline cracks in area of tire separation on other wilderness tires (dot number: vntiresize: p235/75r15)

Tires did not fail, but vibrate at a resonant speed on highway.this speed varies with loading of vehicle.the higher the loading, the higher the speed at which they vibrate.my fear is that they are delaminating and i could have a future problem.it is the 16" rim, so the tire has not been recalled.i have heard of three other explorers with the same exact problem.they bought a new set of tires (on a brand new vehicle) and the problem was resolved.from what i understand, ford knows about the situation, but chooses to stay out of it in light of recent bad press. (tiresize: 245/75r16)( dot number:tire size: 245/75r16 )

When we purchased this vehicle these tires were on them the first one blew coming down a mountain and i was lucky that there was a turn off so that i could change it. That one was replaced on jan 19 1999 with another firestone wilderness and the other front tire in september of 1999 at montgomery wards with wrangler rt. Then on may 31, 2000 i had to replace the back 2 again with wrangler rt's. This was do to the tires all shredding and pealing like an onion. Luckily no one was hurt. Each time this happened my vehicle was knocked out of alignment and had to be realigned besides having the tires replaced. Am i eligible for reimbursement for all tires. I kept getting told by the dealer that it was due to heat.... (dot number: p235tiresize: 75rx15)

We purchased new firestone wilderness at tires (p235/75r15) from our local costco tire center on 06-27-99.our tires do not have the recalled dot serial number, but we had them inspected at the costco tire center just to be safe.the tire installer at costco pointed out that both front tires had started to crack and separate where the tread meets the sidewall.we were told to replace the tires immediately.costco will replace the tires, but has to put on another pair of firestone wilderness tires.i repeat, our tires are not currently subject to recall, even though they are also defective.at the time of this e-mail, the tires only have 22,329 miles on them and the tread is in danger of separating.it is my belief that all firestone wilderness tires should be recalled immediately!if firestone knew beforehand about problems with their tires, they should be held criminally liable for any deaths and injuries associated with their tires.please add my name to the list of complaints about firestone wilderness at tires.( dot number: 8xhlipy tire size: p235/75r15 )

Important: dot code "vnhl". This tire has a crack around the entire tire on inside and outside where tread and side wall meet. It is not under the current "vd" recall but is evidence of early stage of failure mode on a tire made at the canada plant. The recall should include all plants!!!( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Original equipment on a 1999, expedition, p255/70r16 size. Tires havedeveloped cracks along the sidewall.

Tire suddenly lost air pressure without puncture through sidewall bubble. (tiresize: p225/15r70)( dot number:tire size: p225/15r70 )

Three weeks ago i purchased a 2000 toyota tacoma prerunner with firestone 265x75x15 wilderness at tires on it. At the time of purchase i questioned the dealership about the safety of the tires and asked them if the tires on the truck were affected by the recall that was in place. They told me no it was just the smaller 235x75x15 tires that were on recall and the other ones were safe to use. Well one week ago i was washing my new truck when i noticed a small crack going all the way around one of the tires like where the carcass and the tread would meet, upon further inspection i found that all four tires had a crack going all the way around the tire in the same spot between where the tread meets the carcass of the tire! the following monday i went to my local firestone dealship like the toyota dealership i had bought the truck told me to do and expressed my concern over the safety of the tires on the truck. They inspected the tires and said that nothing was wrong with them, they're not on the recall list and that if i wanted they would sell me a new set to ease my mind. Well this did not ease my mind. I do not know what to do, even the 6 year 100,000 warranty on the truck does absolutely no good. Please help, i do not want to be another firestone victim.( dot number: w269 tire size: 265x75x15 )

Noticed belt protruding out of left front tire. Took vehicle to firestone dealer. They told me my tires were not under any kind of warranty because, they came as original equipment on my vehicle. I then showed the manager the warranty that came with the vehicle. He said nowhere did he see that they should replace the tires. All the information pertaining to replacing the tires was there on the first page. They then tried to tell me that the tire damage was due to normal wear and i had an alignment problem. I told him i want firestone to honor the warranty and replace it on a prorated basis. The manager then told me that he knew nothing about tires because he was not a tire manager. He then told me several other locations where the facilities had tire managers. He then let me drive off with a damaged tire. Not even offering to put on the spare tire. (tiresize: 265/75/16)

Catastrophic failure - center section of tire gone, 2 side wall left. (dot number: vncutiresize: p255/70r16)

After the firestone tire recall started i checked my tires to see if they wer part of the recall and i noticed that they were not but what i did find were some "stress fractures" in the tire. I took it to the dealership where i purchased the truck and they stated the tire was defective and there was nothing they could do. I then took the tire to a firestone dealer and he also stated the tire was defective and i would need it replaced. He also stated that i would need to replace all of the tires due to the treadwear on my tires. I have leased the truck and the tires are supposed to last me the term of the lease. This is not a problem i caused myself and i feel it should be replacedfree of charge which firestone refuses to do. At this point i am thinking of filing a class action suit agains firestone. I don't feel that the recall should be limited to the 15" tires when it probably effects all sizes. Please advise me. (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p245/75r16 )

All four tires have a hairline crack that goes 360 degrees around the tire on both the outside and inside. This crack appears to be where the cap attaches to the tire. I you look at the sidewall you can see where the cap is attached. (dot number: vntiresize: p235/75r15)

On july 28, at approx 4pm est we experienced tread separation from the front passenger tire that caused our ford explorer to temporarily loss control. The tire was a firestone wilderness tire that was provided by ford for a recall replacement about 8 or 9 years ago. The right passenger front tire separated on rt i95 near the sharon, ma exit. Loud sounds came from engine area of car and tread hit side of car and fp window. Car began to loss control, but the driver was able to stabilize and pull off of the highway. We were traveling from pa to ma (we left conshohcken, pa at 9:45 am) and i was averaging 65 to 70 miles per hour, but was slowing down when tread separated. I was moving from the right to the left lane, exit was about 1 to 2 miles ahead of us.the right front wheel well plastic covering, some air conditioning equipment, and the radio antenna all have been damaged. There is some paint damage on right side of car and the and running board seems to have some damage as well. A roadside assistance person came to help us remove the tire and replace it with a spare. We brought the car back to a firestone dealer in brockten, ma and was told that firestore would likely fix the damage to the car. There were four of us in the car, we were all shaken up, and bumped around, no one was cut. A report was filed with the roadside assistance person, but no police report was filed.

It is disappointing that the recall of tires is not broadened to encompass all manufacturer codes versus just the decatur plant.without definitive reports that only the decatur plant code is 100% responsible for the shredding tires, no one with these tires can feel safe on the road.i would like a report that clearly defines only the decatur code is shredding and none other. (tiresize: 275r15)( dot number: tire size: 275r15 )

Tires are the originalonford, explorer, 1998, 23575r15 dotwdl.right rear tire started to vibrate, then tire separated and deflated at about 55 to 60 mph.

2 front replacement tires failed after less than 5 months of use - separation.(dot number: 8xhltiresize: 235/75/r15) (dot number: 8xhltiresize: 235/75/r15)

1998 mountaineer's tires were apart of a recall and consumer is requesting reimbursement.the vehicle was originally equipped with wilderness at tires which were recalled.the consumer replaced these tire in 2004 after the consumer was almost involved in an accident as result of the faulty tires.

Reported problem to local firestone.they refuse to provide me with a voucher (check) so i can purchase a tire of my choosing at another tire dealer such as "ntb" [national tire & battery]. I spoke with store mgr: mr. Andy riggs. I refuse to do buisness with firestone & don't have any intention of giving them any of my money.they have offered to sell me one tire [american general] at the prorated value of my defected wilderness at tire.this is unacceptable, i should have the tire of my choose....and i usually take all me tire buisness to ntb due to the quality of tires the sell and the good service.the firestone store i went to has the following address "747 dairy ashford road""houston, tx77079""ph(281) 493-1870""fax (281) 493-9174"store manager name: mr. Andy riggs.....asst. Mangers name: mr. Patrick beech.a phone call to these people could solve this problem very...very quickly.....thank you for you help.(tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Pe00020, firestone wilderness at,original equpment 1999, ford, explorer,tire size p23575r15, dot 8xhl; all four tires have cracks aroundtread and sidewall whichmay indicate thattread may fall off and cause a crash.please provide further information.

Ford stated to me that i need to make an appointment to replace my tires but they refuse to pay for this. (tiresize: 17)

I strongly disagree with ford's actions on blameing firestone for the rolling over of the ford explorer.i know on my truck if you hit a bump or are on a rough road the truck is so bouncey that if fills like the rear wheels are comeing off of the ground.the wilderness tires may have some kind of defect but i have not experienced any problems with my firestone tires.i have had my firestone tires for a year and the only problem i have experienced has been keeping the weights on the wheels.the suspension on the 2 door explorer is so stiff that i could see why the truck would roll over when the tire lost air pressure.ford has been blameing firestone and vis versa and nothing has been done to correct the problem except to replace the tires which i dont believe cause the vehicle to roll over.if i have a cd playing in my cd player and i drive down a ruff road or hit a bump over 50 miles per hour the cd will come out of the cd player and the truck will bounce, it fills like the back wheels come off the ground. (tiresize: p235/75r15)

In less than 14 months, i had 2 flats while driving at moderate speeds, once on a gravel road, and once on the freeway.i would expect at tires to hold up better than this.the tires did not seperate as the recalled ones have, but they just gave out/lost air.interestingly, a friend of mine bought the same car at the same time, and he has also experienced 2 flats in the same time.since these tires are labeled "all terain"i would expect them to hold up better, especially driving on the highway, or flat gravel road at moderate speeds.i feel these tires should be on the recall list also.( dot number: tire size: p265170r17 )

Tl- the police investigator stated that the vehicle, a 1990 ram van 350(x-wagon) equip with firestone wilderness at tires sized p255/70r/16(dot vdcn1px-519) was traveling between 55-65 mph when the drivers side rear tire experienced tread separation causing the driver to loose control of the vehicle and drive off the road and down an embankment. During the crash all nine occupants were injured. Three occupants were ejected from the vehicle resulting in one fatilty. The police report was taken at the scene. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer was not notified of the incident. The failure mileage was not available. Jft

Travelling on the fl turnpike on a very hot day at appx 70 mph the right rear tire casing blew off the tire. The inside tire stayed invlated. I drove off the expressway to the nearest firestone . They did not tellme this was a product defect and they should fix the damages to my vehicle. The tail light was smashed, the cowling around the wheel well was damaged. I paid to replace all 4 tires. I also had a tire blowout on the highwaybut no damage was done to the vehicle on that occasion.these tires are not included in the recall but maybe they should be. (tiresize: 25570r16)( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )

Original equipment on a 2000, ranger, p235/75r15 size, dot#: vdhl. Tires will not hold air.

While traveling 50-55 mph straight on smooth highwayright rear tire blewout. No accident or injuries occurred, only driver was in the car. Tire was original equipement on vehicle.

Ford, explorer, 1999.these areoriginal tires, 25570r16rear tire makes a funny noise, sounds liketire is not round, treads are not straight.

Continuous cracks on both sides of the tires, about 1" from outside edge,this hashappenedonallfourtires .( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Have contacted ford country dealership for the recall/replacement of tires jun 6,jul 2,jul 13, jul 23 and on aug 16 & 17.in jun the service mgr larry said replacement tires would be in about 2wks.in aug he will not answer my calls or return my calls.i had orginally requested michelin tire as approved by the ford motor co.i feel like i'm just getting the run around.my wife and i are seniors and drive the hi-ways frequently, she is concerned about the firestone tires driving at the speed limit 75mph as well as at 109 degrees temp. And rightfully so.an accident at our age could well be fatal.the tire calls for inflated press. To 40lbs, ford co. Says 30 in the front and 35 in the rear.when inflating at 30 in the front i notice the steering is hard (perhaps this vehicle is designed too top heavy and that is whay they have you lower the pressure in the front tires in turn making the steering hard to turn) anyhow i suspect the dealership is not replacing the recalls because their to busy replacing the tires on their car lot first, there in dangering other peoples lifes so that they can sell their vehicles.i have not had a blowout yet, nor do i look forward to having one at 75mph at 109 temp.i would appreciate your help in making ford co. And their dealership making good on their recall efforts. Even though these tires are relatively new the temptures here in vegas and speed limits required can endanger my wife and family. Will not answer or return my calls.in jun.(tiresize: p25570r16)

I have the defective tires if review is needed. (dot number: vnhltiresize: 235/75r15)

Pe00020, original equipment on 1997, ford, explorer, tire p23575r15, made in canada. All four tires have a crack which may cause tread to separate.firestone is not willing to assistconsumer because it is not part ofrecall.please provide further information.

On june 14, 2000 my spouse and i were returning from vacation driving approx. 70 mph on i-35 east of greenville, tx and had just passed an 18 wheeler when the right rear tire blew out.we were in the left hand lane and were very fortunate in moving in front of the 18 wheeler and over to the right shoulder without rolling the vehicle.it was very scary.the tread came off and tore up part of the fender area and wrapped up over the rear bumper and broke the right rear taillight assembly.we have gone through all the process to be reimbursed by firestone for our replacement tires.the regional firestone customer service rep. In fort worth suggestet that in additional to the $400.00 amount requested for new tires that we also request reimbursement for the $80.00 expense to have the tail light assembly replaced.we submitted all appropriate paperwork on august 16, 0000.as of october 4, 0000 (seven weeks) we have not heard from firestone.we are very upset with their lack of response.please advise.by the way, we had nine tires on two vehicles which had to be replaced.five of the tires (goodyear) were replaced very quickly after we raised cane and no reimbursement is required on these five tires.thanks! (tiresize: 23575r15)( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Pe00-020; original equipment on 1998, toyota, tacoma with 20,000 miles, tire size p26575r15, dot w29vawi327, all 4 tires have developed a bubble or dent ,it looked like it was caving in all around tires where the tread connected. . please provide further information.

I experienced a tire blow out (left rear) wilderness at (p255/70r16) on a '99 expedition going approximately 55 mph.the outside sidewall came apart, completely separating from the rest of the tire.there is an area on the tire that had cracks on the tread close to the main part of the tire.i took the car to my ford dealer in grapevine first because they had just inspected the tires for me approximately 3 weeks ago.they recommended highly that i take the tire to firestone, that the only thing they could do for me was to sell me 5 new tires, costing more than $700 total.i then took the car to my firestone dealer where after i pointed out to my technician the damage, he tried to expain to me that a blow out is "normal" whenever there is damage to a tire and that the tire had been driven with low air pressure which is why the sidewall was torn up.i tried to explain that the tires have never been low on pressure, that i check them myself at a minimun of 1 time per week and never drive the vehicle until i have checked them, and ford checks them approximately every 3,000 miles and rotates them according to specs.he was not interested.i asked if my other 3 tires were safe in his opinion and without doing more than a quick glance said "they are as safe as any tire".i asked him again and explained that i have a 5 year old and all i wanted was to ensure the vehicle was safe, he stated that "i would be more uncomfortable about driving a ford than i would be about your tires".this is completely unacceptable to me and i feel that attitudes and reactions like this to an obviously realistic concern is criminal.i also asked them to return the damaged tire to me, which i had to remind them to do.i then took the car & tire to national tire and battery (whom i trust) and asked for their opinion on the tire.(dot number: vncu1rd458tiresize: p255/70r16)

There is a split present wheresidewall and tread meets.dealer has not seen vehicle.

I have submitted information to firestone/bridgestone and they claim that i do not have defective tires.therefore they will not reimburse me as they previously stated that they would.what is the next step of my complaint? (dot number: dotvdtiresize: p235/75r15)

P225/70r16 tires on a 96 explorer. At highway speedstread separated from the tire, resulting in a collision, causing injury and damage to the vehicle.

While traveling 65-70 mph andwithout any indication tire blewout. Please provide further information.

Driving down the interstate the tire failed without warning. The sidewall gave away. I went to the firestone dealer and was told that the tire was not on recall and it must of been a road hazard problem of which i could not find . I replaced the tire with a different brand and dealer. I still have the tire in possesion. The other 3 tires are still on the vehicle and appear to be in great condition. (dot number: hyhl1py049tiresize: p23575r15)

No summary listed for above vehicle. (dot number: w2vfnnatiresize: p21565r15)

P235/75r15 size dot#: w2hl.two of the tires have started cracking along the edge.

Tire is the in spare position, all other firestones were replaced when i purchased the vehicle.spare is full of cracks and was never on the road.it is not part of the current recall.( dot number:)

In today's newspaper firestone says that one of the reasons that the wilderness at tire (decatur plant) failed is beacus of cracking on the shoulder.i had noted shoulder cracking on this vehicle when the decatur tires (and i had less than 50,000 miles on the tires) were recalled. But, took this not to be a problem since the canadian version of the tires were not recalled. When i contacted firestone by e-mail they refused to address the problem. It does not seem that these tires would be safe if they were cracking the same as the decatur tires but maybe they are. How do i address this? (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

Vehicle pulled to the right during braking and was gettting worse...dealer said tread was crooked and would only replaceonetire not a pair...this affects drivability. The tread was not crooked when vehicle was purchased.....what happen...........?????thanks.(tiresize: p265/75r16)

Damage was done to the front right bumper, front right side panel, and front right door, inside floorboard near running board.i have exhausted all avenues in attempting to find a resolution to the problem.i do have a phone log stating all the frustrating phone calls i have made with no results other than "we will send you the forms".meanwhile, i am stuck without a car, unable to get to work; i've had to compromise my lifestyle.i am expected to pay out of my pocket for repairs to my car.i am terrified to drive my car (it has been stored since the incident 9/16/00) having still, three defective "human killing" tires"putting my life, as well as the lives of others in jeopardy.one would think a large company would leap to the opportunity to prevent further tragedy.( dot number: w2cu1px475 tire size: p255/70r16 )

P235r7515, dot wx and wz, ford explorer xlt 1998. Vehicle was making a thumping noise in the tire, consumer does not which tire it was.

Three of the four tires failed at less than 500 miles. (dot number: w2t6tiresize: p265 70r17)

Tire size 235/75r15, dot #8xhl. Original equipment, has 3,000 miles mounted on a mazda, b-series pickup.while travling at 45 mph consumer heard a pop. Then, about 100ft later,vehiclestarted to go tosidewhentire was checked.contacted dealer .

Consumer concerned that the 16 inch firestone wilderness at tires are not included in the recall with the 15 inch tire.nlm

The left rear tire blew out, apparently in two places.i still have the tire. (dot number: w2hf ipjtiresize: p215/75r15)

These tires have not yet failed in an external sense. They have begun to make a growling sound that was not present earlier.i had them checked this summer when the original recall was issued for different tire sizes and they were judged allright. The noise has increased although failure has not happened. (tiresize: 265/75/15)( dot number:tire size: 265/75/15 )

All these tires should be taken off the road.there is no indication that this is a manufacturing. Issue rather than a design issue.( dot number:)

Firestone has always been a good name brand.they have had some problems as of late.i did not like these tires on this truck when i bought it.now i'm just stuck with them until something else happens. Dt

Before the tire blowout i had the tires inspected at the local firestone store and was told i had no tires that fell under the tire recall.when i went to another tire store to have the blowout replaced i was informed that tire was under the recall, the vehilce was inspected again and two more tires were recal tires.i went back to the firestone store were the tires were first inspected and the manager told me i was wrong about the tires being recalled after i told me another tire store had replaced for free under the recall dot number, i was then told i could not prove the tires were on recall to him so legally he did nothing wrong by telling he the tires were safe so now it was my word against his.i called firestone corporation and told them the same story but got no responce from the company eather. (dot number: vdhltiresize: 235/75r15)

These tires are on a ford, explorer, sport 20010. While driving at 55 mph consumer lostcontrol. Then, saw smoke inrear. Right rear tire had slpit in half.

While traveling at speed, tread separation occurred on the left front tire. The air temperature was in the 90's today. My understanding is that this tire size was not included in the firestone recall.

Tire went flat for no discernble reason with 200+ miles on it.firestone dealer was unable to determine why it would hold air.i replaced it with a brand new tire at my expense.( dot number: tire size: 255/75r16 )

I contacted the firestone organization to possibly have the tire replaced because i had apprehensions about the tires, and they refused to replace them. The car was brand new and i felt the tires should have been replaced at no cost to me. (tiresize: 175/50r)( dot number:tire size: 175/50r )

Tire size p23575r15, original equipment onford, explorer, 2001; left rear tire went flat unexpectedly, and other tires do not hold air pressure. Please provide further information.

These particular tires were not made in the decatur,il plant; however when attempting to sell the vehicle all potential buyers walked away unless the wildreness at tires (regardless of where they were made) are replaced. I am not asking for a free set of replacement tires, but i would like to recieve a substantial discount to replace with other firestone tires that are not under suspension. Thank you, j. Burns. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

On 6/18/2000 our 1998 ford explorer with firestone blow-out or a tread problewilderness at tires went out of control after making a sharp steering maneuver to avoid another car. Our vehicle subsequently rolled over (we were told) six times. We do not believe there was a tire m, but what we suspect happened is debeading of the tires. We have read your 130 page report from july 1999 entitled "an experimental examination of selected maneuvers that may induce on-road untripped, light vehicle rollovers - phase ii of nhtsa's 1997-1998 vehicle rollover research program". We are concerned that with the amount of emphasis currently being placed on the blow-out/tread problem, that this other problem of tire debeading is being ignored. We have pictures of our vehicle from after the accident that show the tires separated from the rims (debeaded). We would be eager to discuss our rollover accident furtherin an attempt to help prevent further horrible accidents of this nature. If you have any further information that will help us understand the nature of our accident , we would be very appreciative. We are not sure at this point if we have enough information to proceed legally against either the vehicle or tire manufacturer.( dot number: tire size: 15in )

Front driverside tire blewout while on vacation in oregon. Tred was totally removed. Thank the good lord that my daughter (7yrs) and myself were able to come to a complete stop without rolling the vehicle. Front under bumper guard was ripped off and side.(dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

The right front tire was so bad that jack furriers western tire center removed it and put on my spare until they can get the replacement tires. Jim click ford, john farinski-service advisor, told me that ford could not help in my case. (dot number: o2tiresize: 255.70r.15)

The firestone wilderness tires on my vehicle are not included in the current recall.however, each of the tires has a crack all the way around the tire where the cap meets the sidewall.i have visited both the local firestone dealer and my ford dealer to get their opinion and to see if they would replace the tires.both agreed that there is an obvious problem with the tires but neither would replace the tires.i have digital pictures of the tires with close-up shots of the cracks.these can be provided electronically if requested.thank you for your attention to this matter. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75r15)

Tire is beginning to crack around edges with steel bands protruding.( dot number: tire size: p245/75/16 )

Right rear tire shows signs of crack where the tread meets the sidewall completely around tire. This tire is not covered under the recall, and the only thing they said that they can do is to replace the one tire at cost to my local firestone dealer.anyideas on what to do i know the last thing they want is a another recall. (tiresize: 235/75/15)( dot number:tire size: 235/75/15 )

This is my 4th new ford vehicle that i purchased and second expedition (last one 97) i never had issues with tier separation in my life. On this vehicle i had 2 tires separation in 3 months. I have not received acceptable response from ford dealers (new ford vehicles have 1 year/12 months warranty on tire) and most of the dealer would not even accept the standard warranty. Firestone dealers refuse to do anything for me. Earnhardt ford replaced one of my tiers and i am going to replace remaining tiers at my own cost (with different brand). This not acceptable from my point of view. Ford should pay for my cost.. This is my last ford vehicle. (tiresize: 265x70x17)( dot number: tire size: 265x70x17 )

No summary listed for above vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15 size . Recall replacement tire busted onsidewall.firestoine has been notified. Also, tire would bubble when driving for long periods of time.

The sidewalls on all four tires cracked. The cracks were located all the way around the tire where the tread wraps from the face of the tire to the sidewall. I went to two firestone stores. Both agreed the tires were defective and would be replaced on a pro-rate. No tires were available on 9/18/00 due to the demand associated with the recall. I was put on a waiting list. Deciding not to trust the tires any longer, i was able to locate and purchase kelly-springfield tires the same day. I kept the wilderness at tires. Three of the tires have dot numbers that are vnhl1py397. The other has a dot number vnhl1py387. All four tires were consistent in the patern of the cracking. I wanted to advise you of this defect as the recalled wilderness at are being replaced with tires manufactured in the same canadian plant as the defective tires on my mountaineer.( dot number: vnhl1py397 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Both front and rear tires blew out simultaneously as car pulled from parallel parking and turned corner.vehicle was towed to canadian tire store where one blowout was repaired and the other refilled.contacted dealer and were told tires were not guaranteed with car sale so we would have to replace as out-of-pocket expense.tri-town rubber inc. Replaced all four tires, mounted and balanced for $286.00 (same make and model).on january 16, 2000, a blowout on front left occurred again.car was again towed and paid to have new tire (same make & model) put on vehicle.submitted complaint to firestone under recall and was denied because replacement tires were purchased prior to january 1, 2000.wanted nhtsa to have information for research on incidents of tire failure still being researched even though we no longer have vehicle (3/11/00 traded in).) (dot number: unknowntiresize: p235/75r15)

No summary (tiresize: p265/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r16 )

Original equipment on a ford, explorer, 1997, p235/75r15.while driving consumer can here a noise coming from the tires, consumer can fell a little bump every once in a while.

The tires are coming apart-not holding up.(dot number: vn73tiresize: 265-75r16)

I am unclear as to whether my firestone wilderness tires need to be replaced. I had a flat last week and the tire was almost off the rim just from the flat!do i need to replace just the spare or all 5 tires?apparently, my tires were manufactured in a tn plant but nonetheless, firestone and ford combined do not instill any confidence.thanks for getting back with me.you may email me if it is more expeditious. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Visible cracking around tread and sidewalls.( dot number: w2h1 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I have the wilderness at p235/75r15 tires on my 1999 ford explorer; however, they are not the ones that were made at the decauter, il plant.what are we suppose to do?we have the exact tire that is being recalled, except it was made at a different plant.all tires should be recalled.please contact me to discuss. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire walls separated due to partial deflation from slow leaking puncture/ tire was not driven on the sidewalls complete deflation occurred while parked....tire experts and insurance agent examined and agreed that the tire was not driven on sidewalls and rim....the tire developed severe bulges on sidewalls and in tread upon reinflation......tire is still in my possession for examination. (tiresize: p265/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r16 )

No summary (tiresize: p265/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r16 )

While driving driver side rear tire outter tread flew off and impacted the side of the vehicle.

The vehicle went off the right side of the road to avoid an oncoming vehicle in my lane.i corrected my vehicle to come back onto the roadway and when i turned back to the right, the right fron tire blew and the weight shiften from the weak springs in the rear, rolling my vehicle five times.the vehicle speed control was on at the time of the accident.although the tires were original equipment, they were oversized (16 inch, off-road package) and unsafe for this vehicle.the 16 inch tires are no longer being put onto rangers.(dot number: vdtiresize: p235/70r16)

Hate firestone, they replaced recall tires with at's.had atx.we also paid $200+ to have them put on 4 new shocks. Said if we not happy they will replace with anything we wanted.would not have accepted the at's if he hadn't said we could get replaced if not happy. Contacted them and asked for goodyear or michellin's. They have brushed us off.heard some got $500 to replace tires anywhere they wanted but since ours have been replaced once, afraid we will not be reimbursed.current tires are very hard ride and cause car to dash lights to go out, and car isn't as steady on the at's.these 4x4 at's seem to want to hunt and not good in mud. Live in country and use 4 wheel drive often. Hate these tires. Will never buy firestone tires again! ( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

I have in front of me nhtsa recall notice 01t016000 which recall firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 tires with dot serial numbers ending in "7" (among other numbers). I have these tires on my car. I called the 800 number in the recall notice for firestone, but they deny there is any recall. How do i get firestone to follow the recall? *nlm

I was traveling in my 1998 ford explorer with my son and fiance to bullhead, az.traveling east on hwy40.about 30 miles west of needles, ca i experienced a blown tire on my left rear wheel. These tires were a year old and later we discovered a nail in the tire.we safely merged to the side of the highway and was eventually able to put the spare tire on the left rear.this spare tire is a firestone wilderness at tire (p235/75 r 15).we traveled again for about 20 miles when the spare tread separated causing my suv to experience severe movement back and forth and almost tipping over; slapping the tread into the rear fender and hatch of the car.my fiance managed to get the car under somewhat control and get us over to the side of the road.we were traveling approx. 70 to 72 mph and because of the first blown tire we all were skidish and keeping both hands on the wheel, which i feel was the reason we did not roll over. I called aaa and got towed to needles, ca where we got a new tire on the spare which cost $175.00.we continued to travel up hwy95 to bullhead city, az, approx. 15 miles, where our house was.july 3 we went to superior tires and bought 4 new goodyear tires.i am left with a damaged rear fender and a damaged hatch do to the firestone tire tread separation.

Rr tire separated while driving down freeway at appx 55 mph. No injuries. Replaced withrecalled tire vdhl. I have replaced all 4 tires with goodyear, as of 8/28/00. Will be reimbursed for 1 tire. Have remaining 3 tires in possession. Believe these should be recalled as well. All show crack along tread near steelbelt line. Believe this is a design problem. I have orig 3 tires and photos of tire that seperated. (dot number: w2hlipy476tiresize: p235/75r15)

During april while driving at low speed i noticed and heard a thumping noise in my front wheel.i took the car to a local service garage that i trust and they determine the problem was with a tire.this garage rotated the tires.it was after this that i learned of the firestone recall. I had the tires inspected again by this service garage and they gave me the tire numbers so i could go to the firestone dealer.at the firestone store i explained the problem of the "thumping tire" and gave them the tire numbers.they told me that my tires were not part of the recall and they did not offer to inspect the tires.still having concern iwent back to my trusted service station in martinsburg wv and they inspected the tires again. Noted small cracks aorund the rim and along the edge of the tread on all tires.noting the potential risk of tire failure i purchase 5 new tires on 9/20/2000 for $ 420.82.please note i could not find tires available even though i went to more then one place, e.g., costco - price club.i then went back to firestone and they then inspected the tires.theywere able to see the marked up wilderness at tires and cracks. However,they told me that because these were not part of the recall they could do nothing for me.i currently have all 5 tires if anyone is interested in looking at them.i donot believe firestone acted in good faith.one final comment, ford motor company is not blameless in that they put a c grade temperture tire on a vehicle that is known to be use off road in sand and underinflated. Why would they do that??? i would welcome a response from any interested party. (dot number: w2hl1py127tiresize: p235/75r15)

Tire caused vehicle to vibrate real bad at high speeds 55-75 mph, dealer checked and said the tire was seperated or out of round, tire replaced by dealer, i do not feel real safe driving on these tires since the similar tires were recalled in a different size. Sincerely, steven dieck( dot number: tire size: 265/75/r16 )

Rented from budget rental as replacement for truck rolled 10/22/00 with firestone wilderness tires (also rented from budget)i was assured @ both times of rental that these tires were not on recall list 2 blow-outs in 1 week!( dot number:)

Tire had complete failure (blowout) on interstate 95 at 70 mph at approximately 0700 on may 16th, 2000. Was able to keep control and return to outside emergency lane and replace with the spare. The spare also has four serious indentations in the sidewall and i do not consider safe to use.i went to a tire kingdom store the next day and purchased 4 new michelin tires and had the spare replaced under the vehicle. This was before a recall was announced and i did not keep the blown tire.( dot number: 109s tire size: p255/70r16 )

The consumer received a notice from ford 10/01 about a defect with the firestone wilderness at tires.the dealer said the tire program had been discontinued (manufacturer recall # 0np01b77; nhtsa campaign # 01x001000). *nlm

Tires began to vibrate suddenly at 65 mph one day. No visual problems, but the balance machine checked ok. Problems persisted. Bought other tires and want payment for the cost. (dot number: wzhltiresize: 235/75/r1r)

Back tire blew out about 4 months ago.i replaced it and i am waiting on my dealer to contact me about removing.tkaing too long.

When the firestone wilderness at tires were recalled and ford sponsored their voluntary recall program, we tried to have our tires replaced. At the time, there was a tremendous backlog and we were told to wait; that the problem wouldn't affect us until the tires were 3 or more years old. After waiting for 2 years, we tried again to get the tires replaced, but were informed that ford would not help us in any way whatsoever--we had missed their deadline (which was never mentioned in the original materials and which is not mentioned in any web-site or nhtsa announcement we could find). During a recent trip from atlanta to florida, we were flagged to pull over by another motorist who noticed that our left-rear tire was smoking. We were able to pull off in time to replace it with the spare without rolling the vehicle or otherwise ending up dead. Now we are trying to find out how to get the remaining tires replaced. Please help.*nlm

1)your complet tire size section doesn't have enough spaces. 2)i was traveling at 70 mph in the rain when my left rear tire just blewout. Ican send you photo's if you want.

Driving on a grated dirt road, the right front tire blew and almost took us of the road.we were going camping and was fortunate it did not happen when we were going passed the step ledges.when the tire blew it forced us off the road and into some brush.no vehicle or passenger injury (luckily). I just want to report this issue so that maybe firestone will do a recall on some of the other tires that are obviously defective.please take this near miss into consideration, because if this tire blew about 8 miles earlier we could have went off the embankment. (tiresize: p265/75/16)

These tires started, the same type of cracking as did the 15"tires. We went to the ford dealer and to a firestone dealer, the only thing they kept telling us was that the cracking was normal.and that there wasn't anything they could do , because they were not the tires being recalled. I travel @ 200 miles a day, and we also have a, now 10 mo. Old grandchild. We purchased some goodyear tires for the safefty of our family and fot peace of mind. We kept a close watch on the tires, and the cracks where increasing in size. We video taped the tires and have in on tape. We feel that firestone/ ford, should reimburse us for the proration of the purchase of the new tires. And we feel that, nhtsa, should investigate and examine and if need be recall these other tires. Thank you, feel free to contact us, and veiw the video tape. Frank bosze e. (dot number: vncu 1pxtiresize: 255/70r/16)

I had stopped to get gas and tire was fine.by the time i had gotten up to speed on interstate, i had only gone about 5 miles when the tire blew out.i went by the dealer a few days later, because the car was still under warranty.they told me they didn't warranty the tires i would have to have firestone pro rate it.i did not want any more firestone tires so i kept the spare on for a while then had dealer mount the spare on to the permanent rim on 7/8/99.at that time i asked them to look for a hole on the blown tire.they said it was shredded so bad they couldn'tfind any one hole itwouldn'thold air at all. These tires wore so bad that i purchased new bf goodrich on 6/29/00. (dot number: w2hltiresize: 235/75r/15)

Original equipment on a 1998, mercury, mountaineer, p235/75r15 size . Vehicle ran over a rock and the tire split.

*** alert ***i have four (4) firestone wilderness at tires that were not manufactured at the decatur, il plant.each of these tires exhibit a continuous fissure around the perimeter of the tire where the tread meets the sidewall.i replaced these tires immediately and have retained them here at my home so that i may bring them to the nhtsa facility here in northern virginia.i believe these tires were in immediate danger of catastrophic failure in a fashion similar to the recalled tires.i would like the nhtsa to extend the recall of the wilderness at tires to include all tires manufactured in all plants and am willing to provide the proof needed to justify this recall.please contact me at my home phone immediately.thank you (dot number: vnhlipy336tiresize: p235/75r15)

The right front tire developed cracking all around the circumference of the tire at the treadline. I removed the tire and installed the spare. Firestone dealer told me the tire is unsafe but ats from wilson plant are not recalled.( dot number: w2h1 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I had a blow out with the firestone recalled tires.the rim cracked. The dealership said that i must of hit something to crack the rim and cause the flat because ther was nothing wrong with the tire.i did not!i said the the rims may be defective or it was caused by the unsafe tires.they dismissed it right away.i called ford motor companyandgot tangled up in alot of red tape. I'm writing so these possible rim defectsmay be investigated, so other people that drive these suv's don't run the risk of getting injured if they are defective. (tiresize: 15 inch)( dot number:tire size: 15 inch )

My client was driving a 1997 ford explorer on an interstate highway when the right front firestone wilderness at tire blew out, causing my client to lose control of the explorer, rolling over several times.(tiresize: 235/75/r15)( dot number:tire size: 235/75/r15 )

After being previously assured through phone calls to ford and through a letter from ford and firestone that 17 inch wilderness at's were not recalled we felt very confident. However, after the blowout on october 04,2000 i am convinced the 17 inch tires need to be recalled also. The tire has obvious tread separation damage & forturnately, we were not traveling at a high rate of speed. I am convinced if we were traveling at a high rate of speed the suv would have rolled or flipped, certainly injuring or possiblity killing members of my family. The firestone wilderness at tires certainly have a problem & that problems is not limited to the 15 inch tires. Please issue a recall for all 16 & 17 inch tires before lives are taken!! (tiresize: 2r17)( dot number: tire size: 2r17 )

The tires have been replaced as an "out of pocket expense".the request for reimbursement was sent 10/26/00.as of 1-16-01, bridgestone/firestone has not refunded the cost of the tires.neither has the company been able to provide further information related to when the reimbursement will be rendered. (tiresize: 235-75-15)( dot number:tire size: 235-75-15 )

The first firestone tire failed on the left rear and was replaced by firestone with much argument.it had a crack running all around the tire by the belt.now the right front and right rear tire are starting to show the same cracks all around the edge of the tire belts.my local tire dealer indicated that this is the early beginning of tread separation.these tires were built in wilson north carolina and firstone isn't recalling these tires.when is nhtsa going to force firestone to recall the rest of the defective tires made in wilson nc?( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

Cupping problems on 2002 tahoe began at 12k miles, 2 tires replaced at 30k due to 2nd layer of tire exposed.told by tire retailer that this is typical for this tire: firestone willderness at p265/70r16.

After being on a waiting list for months was informed thatdealership discontinuedtire recall 00p001000 as of march. Consumer was never informed.

Blowout on garden state parkway during last summer. Rear tire blew and my rear mirror filled w blue smoke as the tire shredded along the highway. ( dot number: ?????????? )

This is the second tire of the original tires that the rubber has seperated from the cord on this vechicle. These were not any of the tires listed on recall but have been a problem for me to deal with. The first was replaced before the recall was made on any of the tires and that is documented for replacement. The second tire that separated rubber was on 02-03-02. Is it possible there are problems with this particular tire also. I wanted to report it so that there is some type of documentation if there is a failure in the manufacturing of this type and model of tire. I have lost credibility for safety in firestone tires at this point and intend to remove them all from my vehicle asap.thank you for any information or assistance that you may offer. (dot number: w273tiresize: p265/r7516)

This tire was not a recall with the vd code.it suddenly failed at highway speed by losing part of its tread.the tread separated from the ply for a distance of approx 18" on one side of the tire.photos are available. (dot number: w2hlipy2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Vehicle experienced a blowout of the wilderness at tires while driving on freeway causing the vehicles back end to sway, the blowout ruined the rim and the cap that covers the lug nuts came off.nlm

While driving at 50 mph and no warning right reartire tread separated,consumer had to pull over. Firestone, wilderness at,size p235/70r16, dot#unknown. Manufacturer had been notified.

I purchased thefirestone wilderness at tires at the tire station in sacramento, ca in june 1997.the first problem i had with the tires was a blowout of the rear left tire traveling at 60mph on interstate 5 from california to oregon.during most of the life of my wilderness at tires i was living in bishop, ca and yucca valley, ca, which are both hot desert climates, which i understand are where most of the other tread separations have occurred.the tread separation occurred on the left front tire as i was traveling down a hill on hwy 62 from yucca valley to palm springs, ca.i barely kept control of the vehicle.i thought that it was simply a flat tire, but the tire people said they could not repair it because the tread had separated, and they showed me a large bubbled up area of the tire.because i had heard of similar incidents with wilderness at tires involving fatalities, i opted to replace all four tires (though i still have a wilderness at under the truck as a spare).i replaced them with bridgestone duellers because they had a better reputation for quality, and i had heard at the time that the replacement tires for the faulty wilderness at's should be throught firestone or bridgestone.when the recall became official, i obtained a letter from the tire place noting the tire separation so that i could be reimbursed for the failed tires.shortly after obtaining the letter, not knowing where to send it, my job transferred me to cheyenne wyoming, and i only recently relocated the letter, as well as learned that the wilderness at tires that i purchased were officially deemed as faulty and unsafe.i was able to escape injury, but i attribute that to my excellent driving skills - the tires truly created an unsafe situation for me.

The tire separated and blowed out,destroying the rim also.( dot number: w273wma238 tire size: p26575r16 )

Left front tire on the inside and right front tire on the outside.....the belts are broke on both tires and are coming through the tread.wire is sticking out of tires and is causing the front end of vechicle to wobble.the tires are too the point where they are unsafe to drive on.i have the exact tire that is being recalled, the same brand and size but because it was not made in the decatur illinois plant, my tires are not being replaced.i have a 18 month old baby and every time that i have to drive my vehicle i constantly wonder if my tires will burst, causing an accident or a death.i believe that my tires should be included in this recall or at least be replaced. (dot number: w2hl426tiresize: p235/75r15)

Firestone wilderness at tires p235/70r16 caused the vehicle to vibrate while driving, after the tires were replaced the vehicle expereinced no further vibration, consumer request reimbursement.nlm

Two tires failed at approximately the same time. Dealer was unable to balance either one. Indicated that probable cause was belt slip. Do not use vehicle for off road or other severe service. (dot number: vncu ipxtiresize: 255/70r16)

Pe00-020; original equipment on 1997, ford, explorer with 45,000 miles, tire size p23575r15, dot vn.left rear tire is forming a bubble, and can tell there is problem while drivingvehicle at 50-55 mph, almost feels like it is out of balance, and slight shimmy. Possible early stages of defect.

The contact owns a 1999 ford explorer equipped with firestone wilderness at tires, size: p235/75/r15 (na). While driving approximately 60 mph, the rear passenger tire blew out. The vehicle was taken to a tire shop, where it was diagnosed that the tire needed to be replaced. The tire was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate vehicle and tire failure mileage was 150,000.

I was traveling on rt 7 at approx 40mph, that was below the posted speed limit because we had just expierenced a snow storm and the roads were not very clear. As i slowed down to better hear what was going on i had started to hear the sound a flat tire makes, so i pulled off at the next exit and saw that my tire was flat and called aaa. They had told me to report the problem because it was a firestone tire and it may be one of the recalled tires. I had my tires checked some time ago when the recall first happened but i was informed my tires were not part of the recall even though they were the wilderness ats. I feel there must be some kind of defect for this to happen because i am positive i did not hit anything in the snow so i don't know what else could have caused this to happen. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235 75r15)

From the first day of ownership of our 1999 ford expedition -- we had difficulty with the factory equipped 17 inch wilderness at tires pulling to either side of the road while driving strait ahead at any speed.we proceeded with a lemon law complaint with massachusetts attorney general.at least 3 front end aliegnments were unsuccessful in fixing the problem.a ford motor company engineer said the 17 inch tires were inherently unstable and nothing could be done to improve the pulling of tires.our own mechanic detuned the front end aliegnment with in factory specifiations and this allowed the vehicle to be driven.the only problem was increase tire wear.we have replaced at approx 16,000 miles all five wilderness at tires with goodyear tires and do not appear to have th same stearing problems. (dot number: w216-1re-0tiresize: 17)

Rear passenger tire blow out, resulting in damaged wheel. One person in the vehicle, no one hurt. Vehicle did not roll over. Did not lose control of vehicle.the time was 11:20 am. The temperature 81 degrees. The tires had been checked two days earlier for inflation to 35psi. The tires had been inspected by a firestone dealer 3 months earlier and showed no signs of tread separation. (dot number: vncu1rd079tiresize: p255/70r16)

I was traveling on a rural paved road in willcox arizona (rex allen dr.) i was traveling about 45 mph when the right rear passenger side tire blew.i kept the tire and do have pictures of the tire and wheel well damage to my truck. Looking at the tire (what's left), it looks like the tire seperated causing the damage.also, the aluminum wheel is scratched because it hit the pavement.it was a sunday and willcox, az is a small town.i drove to a local truck stop (rip griffen truck & travel center - about 5 miles away) that actually sold firestone/bridgestone, but not for regular trucks.i was afraid to drive without a spare (the spare was used) so i purchased a kumho tire of the same size (it is now the spare).i drove to tucson az (about 70 miles - closest large town) and didn't want to chance driving on these firestones so i went to one of the only sunday opened tire stores whichwas sam's club and purchased 4 new goodyear tires again of the same size as the firestones. I do have pictures of both the tire (only kept the damaged tire - the other 4 tires i checked the serial number and they all matched and left with the sams club) and the wheel well damage.the aluminum wheel is scrached pretty bad also.i also have all the receipts for replacing these 5 tires.i only estimated on the damage to the wheel well and aluminum wheel. (dot number: w273wma059tiresize: 265 75r 16)

This accident was the result of a defective firestone wilderness at tire! the police report states that the right rear tread came off and resulted in a multiple roll-over accident causing bodily injury to the driver.please add this to the list of firestone injuries asap.the vehicle accident occurred before the firestone tire recall was made public, so the tire and vehicle are so far unrecoverable.the dot# is unknown, but we do have picturea and vidoe of the vehicle after the accident that show the defective tire and type.thank you,aaron cooley (dot number: ???tiresize: p235/75/15)

First blowout, august 1998, tire blew out when traveling down road.tire taken to firestone and received new tire at a cost of $20.second blowout occurred onjanuary 27, 2002, while traveling at approximately 55 mph.tread separated from tire as if it were a recapped tire!!will keep tire.do not wish to have it replaced with another firestone tire. (dot number: w2hhawa157tiresize: p225/75r15)

Driver was exiting a freeway off ramp and lost comtrol of the truck after the front tire blew out on a curve doing 30mph.( dot number: n/a tire size: 225 75r/14 )

Tire had thumping sound.took car to les schwab to look at.said nothing wrong was found.on vacation, sound worsened.took vehicle to ford dealer, told me that i should go to goodyear dealer.goodyear said that tires were "cupping"which means the cords are separating.they would not replace, tire, made me buy new ones.said because i didn't rotate tires every 3k miles, that i voided warranty.i checked with ford, and the tire rotation isn't a warranty must, only a reccommendation.should not void warranty.i called goodyear and they told me they could do nothing.i just want the warranty to be honored.( dot number: tire size: p235/15 )

I keep getting disconnected off my internet connection before i can finish my comment. I will mail a hard copy of my comments to you. (dot number: w2t61re210tiresize: p265/70r17)

I have complained and had service done several times at al piemonte ford about air leaking out of tires weekly. They say there's nothing wrong. If this were the case, why do i have to put over ten pounds of air each week in all my tires. These should also be part of those firestone wilderness at tires on recall. Please respond to my inquiry. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Pe00-020; tiresize p23575r15, dot w2hlrear driver's side tread came off, andbelt separated while driving at 65-70 mph ,driver was able to maintaincontrol, and pulled over.no prior warning.before leaving fora trip tires were checked for pressure and tread separation.

Pe00-020;original equipment o mercury, mountaineer 1998, 36000 miles, tire size p23575r15, dot vn.all 4 tires have developed cracks where the tread met the sidewall.consumer took vehicle to firestone, and they indicated that tires have the same pattern as the recall tires.

I first noticed the truck was handling differentely while taking my son to preschool.i pulled over to check for a flat because that is what it felt like.no flat.so i continued on.that was friday february 8.the sunday after, my husband and i had to go shopping in the nearby city of ukiah.i mentioned to my husband that the truck was handling funny and i was worried about it.he checked the tire too and couldn't detect anything.so we went to ukiah, about a 25 mile drive one way on a twisty, treacherous road.the truck was still handling funny but my husband thought maybe it was a problem with the tire weights.later in a parking lot in ukiah my husband noticed that the tire (front driver's side)was coming apart. Now these tires still have plenty of tred left so should not be falling apart like this.we had been wondering why we'd been having all these flats lately.we saw why when we changed the tire,the one we replaced it with wasn't much better!although it wasn't coming apart yet the rubber inbetween the tred is weak and cracking everywhere.all of the tires are in that condition. (dot number: 8xhlipy309tiresize: p235/75r15)

May of 2000, i was entering the interstate and noticed that my vehicle was geting harder to steer.i merged from the fast line to the slow lane in order to pull off to the emergency lane.when i got out to check my front passenger tire had gone flat.no warning and it was fine not 5 minutes before that.i called a tow truck to fix it and he told me that it came completely off the rim.i went to the dealer to obtain 2 new front tires and paid over $200.00 for them.the vin started with vn and the 2 new ones start with w2.i then heard about the recall and just figured that god must have been with me on that day to make my tire go flat before i could pick up any real speed.i know that you are not having firestone recall any other wilderness at tire, however i think you should reconsider.i have taken these tires off my vehicle as i am not comfortable with them.i replaced them with goodyear. I think there is a bigger problem with the wilderness at tires than is being said. (dot number: vntiresize: 23575r15)

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer ,p255/70r16, and dot#vnhl. Left front tire has a weather crack all the way around.

Firestone tires: uneven, excessive wear; sidewall deformations & splits; noisy and veh pulls to the right.

We have a thumping noise in one of the tires. Firestone will not honor the recal on this as it is a 225. Do we have any recourse? i am concerned that all the tires are dangerous at this point. (tiresize: 22575r15)( dot number: tire size: 22575r15 )

Pulling into drive while travling at 20 mph andright front tire blewout.there was a diamond size hole intire.original equipment on a ford, expedition, 2000.has not yet contacted dealer.

The firestone wilderness at (p25570r16) tires on the vehicle all have cracks, these tires are not included in the recall being issued at this time.*mjs

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: w2dl.all four tires have cracks wheretread meetssidewall.firestone and ford have been notified.

After market tire, p235/75r15 size dot#: w2hl. Front right tire split open on one side.firestone has inspeceted the tire.

Firestone, wilderness at, p275/75r16, dot unknown, original equipment on a 2000, chevrolet, silverado with 19000 miles. Consumer noticed2 front tires have bubbles betweentread. Those tires have been losing air since purchase of vehicle.

Large chunks of rubber is coming off vehicle's tires. The dealership indicated this is caused by vehicle being driven over a gravel surface.

These wilderness at tires, though not made at the decatur plant, have developed significant cracks on both sides at the base of the tread.i am certain that, if driven at freeway speeds, this tread will separate. People at two tire dealers agree but say they can do nothing since the tire is not recalled.i urge you to take a closer look at wilderness at tires manufactured at all plants. Decatur is not the only problem plant.thank you. (dot number: w.....tiresize: p235/75r15)

The tires in question have the same defects that have been shown on national t.v. The sides of my tires have blistered and are peeling along with a faint line where the tread was attached to the rest of the tire. Do i have to have an accident or have a fatality before somthing or someone will contact me ?i have called and a report has been taken several times to firestone with a comment that some one from consumer affairs will be in contact with me. My first report of my problem with these tires was 9-5-00. I have lost my job and falling behind on bills. I cannot afford a new set of replacement tires nor can i afford an auto accident. Will you please help me? sincerely, david saraceni (dot number: hyhltiresize: p235/75r15)

From the original purchase of the vehicle, i found that the wilderness at tires did not hold the road well under any surface conditions.during the time i had these tires on my truck, i was involved in 2 accidents.when the dealer was unable to align my vehicle after the 2nd accident, i brought the truck to another tire shop (winston tires, canyon country, ca), to have the alignment done, and on inspecting the tires, they found that the 2 of the tires were beginning to separate, and an alignment could not be performed.i replaced the tires with bf goodrich all terrain tires, after which i was able to align the truck.with the new tires i found that my explorer's handling, braking, steering, and traction were considerably improved.i still have a couple of the original tires which firestone has generously offered me $10/ tire for since i replaced the wilderness at tires prior to 1/1/2000.i feel that firestone should pay for my replacement tires regardless of when i purchased them.i live in southern california, where summertime temperatures regularly exceed 100 degrees, and the highway is the only way to travel.please contact me if i can offer any further details on these tires, which i considered the worst tires i ever had, even before the recall began, and frequently expressed this in ford quality questionaires that they were not doing themselves a favor by putting these tires on their trucks. (dot number: w2xxxxxtiresize: 255 70 16)

Tire failed at low speed on dirt road due to rock pushing through steel belts in center of tire.vehicle was less than 10% loaded (no extra weight in bed) (tiresize: 265 75 16)( dot number: tire size: 265 75 16 )

My husband was driving at 70mph, and the driver side rear tire tread came off and wrapped around the rear axle. We had been traveling for only an hour and 25 minutes and the outside temperature was 85 dergrees. (dot number: unknowntiresize: 4-p235/75r)

After large snow storm bed of truck was full of snow when i heard a very loud whining noise from ft tires they were rotated at dealer now noise in rear.(tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

Original equipment on a 2001 explorer. Tire mounted onleft front blewout while driving. Please provide further details.

I have the wilderness at firestone tires. They seem to not be the recall tires but the dot # is w2hl. My husband and i were on a road trip and going 70 mph and the tread just ripped off the rear right tire. Our explorer sport just swerved hard to the right tilting upwards and then coming down, then swerving to the left tilting upwards and then coming down, another swerve to the right and then to the left before we stopped. This was on the interstate and everyone behind us began slamming on their brakes to avoid us. That scared me very much but we are being told that no one can help us. There was damage to my truck and i had to buy two new tires at my cost. We had a mechanic look at another tire and we could almost move the tread it was getting that bad. It was ready to blow he said. So we bought two. I am unhappy with firestone right now and i don't want these tires on my truck. All the tires have the same dot #. I need to get three more tires and get my truck fixed and i don't know who is going to pay for it. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Original equipmentp235/75r15 size.all four tires have started to crack along the sidewall.

Original equipment on a 2000, explorer, p235/75r16 size, dot#: nvcu1px080.at highway speeds tread separated, andfront left tire blewout.

Pe00-020; original equipment with mercury, moutaineer 1997 p23575r15, 60,000 miles. 2 tires and spare which had plentytread , at least 50% of tread came off, wasexperiencing problems, and showing signs of pre warned blowout. One of the tires had a slow leak which was replaced by consumer with a new spare tire, that has developed thumping sound. Other tire had a leak at the end of tread , close to belt of tire.

Tires are not on recall - however cracks are forming on the side of all four tires where the tread meets the tire - spare is of different brand.taken to firestone dealer, they claim this is normal - they will pro-rate the tires only - mentioned that i was concerned about them blowing out - mechanic told me "there's nothing else i can do for you then" we are worried -- considering buying new tires on our own anyway but feel the need to report this problem.not out for money -- only concern is safety for my family and a bit angry at the firestone method of handling all of this. Please add this to your complaint list against these tires and help get them off the road!note: these tires are approximately two years old. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r14)

Pe00020, original equipment on 1997, ford explorer, tire size p23575r15. While driving about 60 -65 mph therewas vibration caused by rear tire which seemed to have worn out, andsmall hairline cracks onsidewall.please provide further information.

I have had two firestone 16 inch wilderness at tires fail.there is nothing wrong with my truck.it is an excellent vehicle, but there needs to be a further recall of all /firestone wilderness at tires regardless of vehicle make. (tiresize: p23570r16)( dot number:tire size: p23570r16 )

Because of the news reports of tire problems i decided to rotate the tires on my mountaineer. On the inside of the right rear tire i found cracks where the steel showed through. I put all the tires back on the car and drove to a firestone dealer. They were willing to give me an adjustment on that tire only. I refused the offer and went to another tire company where i purchased four new tires. I kept the wilderness at tires in case they are needed in the future because of the on going investigation by your organization.( dot number: w2hl1py897 tire size: p235/75r15 )

While having tire service technician noticed cracks on all four tires. Please provide further information.# vnhlityp057.

Tire number two explodes.firestone tires are bad news and kill people. (dot number: ?tiresize: 16 inch)

Tires are wearing prematurely in center.dealer says truck is not out of alignment, it is the tires.firestone says they are not part of the recall.they look like they have been spun, but this is not the case.they will not last 20,000 miles.they look like the rims may be too narrow to me.( dot number: tire size: p26575r16 )

Driver side front tire just separated as i was traveling down the interstate.i nearlylost control of my vehicle.i feel that if traffic were heavier at the time i would have caused an accident because my vehicle swerved very abruptly when the tire blew. It was my spare tire that couldn't have had more than 3000 miles on it.i am very concerned with the rest of the tires on my truck. (dot number: w2hl1py138tiresize: p235/75r15)

Original tires on a ford exeidition, 1999, p2557016 dot w2cuird348. While exitingfreeway at 55 mph,right rear tire blewout and the sidewall came apart.

These tires are unsafe and should be recalled! (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

2 tire blowouts in less than 6 months is not normal... One while driving is unsafe..the 2nd while parked does not make sense. (dot number: 8xhl ipytiresize: 235/75r15)

I've had 5 flat tires in the 20 months i've owned this truck.three of the 5 (including the spare) tires are showing signs of the tread cracking at the base.( dot number: tire size: 265/70-17 )

Tires were analyzed by firestone dealer and they said they should be replaced.not under recall or replacement program.tires were produced at the decatur, il facility were a majority of the problem tires were produced.they are defective and should be replaced by the company who produced them.why wouldn't all tires produced at that facility be recalled/replaced?( dot number: vd60aw4467 tire size: 31x10.5x15 )

Severe tread separation (dot number: 8xcutiresize: p255/70r16)

While going down the interstate at 70mph the tire came apart at the sidewall. The tire probably has only 25k approx miles on it.the policeman and a tire dealer both looked at the tire, and believe that it just came apart.there was no indication that the tire had low tire pressure, or was punctured in any way.( dot number: w2??? tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00-020; original equipment on ford, explorer, 1995 tire size p25570r16, made in canada.all 4 tires have cracks at the base of the cap, around the tread base. Took tires to firestone,and was told it should be replaced immediately.please provide further information.

Looks like the belt broke or tread separated, there is no heat damage like if it had been run low or lost air, air pressure was 40 psi the day before. (tiresize: 265/75r16)( dot number: tire size: 265/75r16 )

While travelingat 40 mph tires blew out without any indication . Tires were not part of recall. Please provide further information.

The firestone wilderness at tires on the vehicle continually leak air. *mjs

The tires are getting louder and rougher on the road. If this is normal i want a written garuntee( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020, bought used, but had orginal equipment on 1998 ford explorer, tire size p23575r15 was not from the "vd" plant. While driving about 45 + there wasvibration invehicle. All the tires had cracks forming in the sidewall and tread which may indicatetread may separate.

Consumer states they contacted the manufacturer about the recall on the tires and was informed that the replacement tires were not available, and they will call him back when they were, that was two months ago.consumer states he never received a call back from the manufacturer and now the campaign is over and the manufacturing is refusing to replace consumer tires for free. Ts

Consumer request assistance re the difficulty he is experiencing in getting ford to replace the firestone tires on his 1999 ford ranger. The consumer was told that he could replace the recalled tires at any time, free of charge.however he has since attempted to have the tires replaced and was notified that too much time has passed and he must pay for replacement of the defective tires himself.

Consumer purchased aftermarket tires,andright rear tire shredded.consumer was on a 4- lane highway during dry conditions doing 65mph and suddenlytire started to thump and shred.consumer only heard the tire thump becauserear window was down.size p265/ 75r16,tires had about 13,000 miles on them.

Tread separation blowout.occurred after turning back on highway after doing about 50 miles off road.almost immediately upon getting to freeway speed (75mph) tire failed.i felt with the recent info on p235 wilderness tire failures, i should report that same thing happened with the p265 wilderness provided as standard equipment on my ford ranger. (tiresize: p265/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 )

Pe00-020; original equipment with ford explorer 1998, 41000 miles, and dot vnhlpy317.3 out of4 tires had developed small raised bubbles with spider cracks in the middle, consumer noticed that the steel cord ends were coming out of the tread face.

Original tires on a mercury, mountineer, 1998, p235/75r15. One of the tires had a blowout.

P23575r15,while driver was pulling into a gas station, left rear tire blew out.

Original tire on a 1995 ford explorer, p23575r15, dot. Consumer took car in for service, and dealer told consumer to replace tires because they were going bald, and had a slight tear on the side.

Brought truck into auto dealership and firestone dealership, and both told me that my tire is delaminating.both told me this is from driving with a flat tire.this tire has never been flat, nor has it ever been low.this is the second issue i have had with the firestone tires on this truck. (tiresize: p265/75r)

No failure yet but poor handling and visible cracking.firestone dealers will not certify as to being safe, nor will they replace the tires. I will replace, but i want firestone to pay for my new tires. (tiresize: 255/70/16)( dot number:tire size: 255/70/16 )

16" tire recalled elsewhere, ford not honest, replaced myself $544.47. (dot number: vdcu1px469tiresize: 255/70/r16)

On july 1, 1999, had a flat on a firestone tire while driving.tread did not come off tire, but tire came apart inside and could not be fixed.on 9/21/00 identical problem with tire that was replaced due to 7/1/99 incident.no indication of loss of air other than where tire had separated. (dot number: unknowntiresize: p265/75r16)

Tire blew out, exploding sidewall, complete tire failure.(dot number: vncuird019tiresize: p255/70r/1)

The oil pressure guage has just quit working properly, it will not register when the truck is started, but if i hit a bump or stop the truck and turn it back on, or drive for two miles the oil guage will pop into normal range.the windshield wipers come on by themselves when switch is off, every time i make a right turn, during some left turns, and recently when i am slowing for red lights.the right front tire wore unevenly and caused excessive noise and bumpiness in the first 12,000 miles, it was rotated to left rear and now just makes noise.it was not a 2000 recall tire, but it seems to me that it has failed. (tiresize: 15)( dot number:tire size: 15 )

Traveling down the interstate at 75 mph with my two children and husband, and the tread completely and fully seperated at the side wall of the tire. A policeman stopped right behind us and remarked that we must have firestone wilderness tires on it because just about a week before an expidition had 4 fatalaties because of a blowout with the same tires, about 1 mile up the road. No one in our vehicle was injured in our vehicle. We had contacted our dealer, chevrolet, othe tire stores, and firestone/bridgestone. All basically said that it was our problem and that we had better get them changed because they are "death tires" and bridgestone hung up on us after they remarked that there is nothing wrong with their tires, it was because we didn't know how to drive a suv. (tiresize: p26575r16)( dot number:tire size: p26575r16 )

Pe00020, original equipment on 2000 ford, explorer, p23575r15, dot bxhl. Driver's front tire seemed soft, and tire got off the rim.thiscould have caused a crash.driver's rear tire, on 06-sep-2000 with 7,000, had a short slice in the sidewall, which caused tire to go flat.also, lugs: nuts were stripping, making it diffcult to take the tire off.please provide further information.

These tires have approximately 43,000 miles on them. The minimum tread depth is approximately 4/32 of an inch. All four of these tires have a starkly visable crack line just below the tread case on both sides of the circumference of the tires. It is at the depth of where the steel belting would be found. I removed these tires and purchased another set of firestone at tires with the same dot number and since have found cracking occurring on two of the four replacement tires. The tread on these tires is significantly greater. I have sent in my original correspondence, a photo attachment of the originial tires. Firestone store reps. Are contending ozone cracking which is preposterous. This shows a safety issue on 75% of the tires not manufactured at the decatur il. Plant. I emphasize the cracking is uniform and completely surrounding the perimeter of each tire. This suggests to me as a research engineer, failure would be highly likely. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/r7515)

All 4 tires have cracks all around top edge of tire and in tread. Also cracks all around sidewall of tire where rim mounts. Tire dealer inspected tires and said they are dangerous and tread is ready to separate.need to take them to firestone dealer for inspection. Tires wore out to soon. Should have 10-15000 miles left based on tread depth. Took to firestone dealer and they said too bad. For $500 we will give you 4 new tires. They will only honor tires that are on recall list. He also said cracks need to be lower than they are on sidewall. Please help! all these wilderness tires are dangerous. Please put pressure on this manufacture so they can help people to feel safer on products they purchase. These tires are unsafe! (dot number: e4026555tiresize: p255/70r16)

After taking my explorer in to the firestone dealer in mesa, he replaced the 2 rear tires and spare.he inspected the other tires and said they were fine.he placed the front tires onto the rear and placed the new tires on the front.3000 miles later w( dot number: vdhl1py068 tire size: p235/75r15 )

All four of my firestone wilderness at tires on my '97 explorer sport have cracks on the sidewalls about 1/2 inch from the top of the tires that run the full circumference of each tire. (dot number: bm07459-3tiresize: p235/75r15)

The firestone wilderness at tires on the vehicle all have experienced stress cracks, however the tires are not included in the recent recall. *mjs

Evident shoulder cracking on two (2) tires.replaced all tires. (dot number: v2cutiresize: 255/70/r16)

Left front tire delaminated while driving at 55mph in my patrol vehicle.the road was paved and i was driving in a straight line when it delaminated. All our tires on all our patrol vehicles are firestone wildreness at and i am concerned that more may fail. (dot number: w2hftiresize: p215/75r15)

I purchased all 4 tires in march 1999. Only one is part of the recall, but the other 3 are showing cracks along the seam of the outer tread. Firestone dealer and the 800 number are refusing to replace/rebate the tires becase they are not part of the recall. I believe there is a problem with the other 3 tires and want them replaced. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Dealer/manufacturer will not reimburse cost of tires since they were replaced prior to 8/1/2000.if they had not blownout they would have been covered.unfair arbitrary cutoff date of 8/1/2000.all tires are covered if still on vehicle yet not covered if off the vehicle. (tiresize: p245r75x16)( dot number:tire size: p245r75x16 )

Original equipment on a 1999, explorer, p255/70r16 size, dot#w2cu .right rear tire has started to crack along the sidewall.

While traveling noticed a noise coming from tires. Dealrr can't find cause.please provide further information.

Replacement tires on a ford, explorer 1998.consumer stated that when tires get hot carwill shake.

Tires have cracks in the rubber near the lugs. Been to 3 firestone dealers to have them checked for safety. First dealer said "dry rot". Second dealer said "ozone cracking". Third said "all tires with large lugs on suv's get that cracking". These all sound like b.s. To me! shouldn't these tires be replaced by firestone also before one comes a part and causes damage/injury? i lease this vehicle and i don't believe i should be responsible for this! please advise. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tire blowout without warning,tire was manufacured at decature plant (dot number: vdhltiresize: p235/75r15)

Right rear tire blow out from side wall seperation at 55 mph in south florida on 11/08/00.vehicle rented from budget at orlando airport (ra # mcobd1137287).contact manager at 407-850-6727.( dot number:)

Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dot unknown, ( not recall)original equipment on a 1997, ford, explorer , tireswere causing vehicle to pull to left, dealer hasdno remedy.

The tires are not available.consumer has been on a waiting list for over 7 weeks.

4 tires are splitting where tread joins to body.these are not the recalled tires but appear to be having the same problem. If this is a trend with non-decatur mfg'd tires it should be looked into.firestone dealer would only offer to replace with like tires.i have lost faith in firestone and replaced these tires with michelin.old tires still had at least 75% of the tread left.i'm a retired sears auto center salesman so i know of what i speak. (dot number: vltiresize: p235 75 15)

Pe00-020; original equipment on ford, expedition, 1999 with 27000 miles,tire size p25570r1,dot w2.consumer took vehicle to firestoneand was told by dealer that both front tires had badly cupped.

The left rear tire separated at 70mph, the tire stayed inflated and was able to pull to the side of the road.the tread wrapped around the emergency brake line (cutting it) and flapped against the tailgate of the explorer.i took the explorer to my ford dealer, i asked them if this was a recall item at which time they told me the tires seperate like that.i then replace the brake line and bought new wilderness tires from the ford dealer.i have still not fixed the damage to the explorer other than the brake line.( dot number: )

While driving the rear left firestone wilderness tire (p225/70r16) separated and blewout.nlm

I have already blown a tire and both ford and firestone have said that my perticulier size tire has not been recalled.but throughout my entire driving i have never had this happen. So i'am extremely worried that the next time could be fatel. (tiresize: 245/75/16)( dot number: tire size: 245/75/16 )

These wilderness at p235/75 tires are not part of the present firestone recall.the tires have cracks that run around the circumference of the tire on both sides where the tread meets the body of the tire.a firestone service center employee inspected the tires on august 11, and i was told that firestone would replace the tires, and i was placed on a wating list.on september 4, i returned to the store to determine the status of my tire replacement and was told that firestone would not replace the tires because they did not have the "dl" dot code.i asked if the tires were safe to drive on and was told by the firestone representative that i should replace the tires if i could afford to do so.i have replaced the tires.the tires were on the vehicle for 15 months, have approximately 22,000 miles of service and have approximately 9/32" of tread remaining.the tires were rotated frequently and maintained between 30 and 32 psig.i feel strongly that firestone wilderness at tires other than those with dot code "dl" are faulty and would like these tires inspected by a representative of nhtsa so that the recall can be broadened to cover other firestone wilderness at tires before other accidents occur.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75 )

The tire blew out and fiirestone would make no replacement under the road hazard guarantee.( dot number:)

Tire split at sidewall and needed replacement... Only 1,800 miles on tire. No apparent reason for split.firestone told me it was caused by a road hazard.the car was not being driven.i walked out to go to work and had a split tire.it happened over night.i had to replace entire tire at my cost. (dot number: ?tiresize: p255/70r16)

Pe00-020;tire size p25570r16, original tires usedford expedition, 1997. 3 out of4 tires kept losing air pressure and must be refilledfrequently. Tires were inspected by firestone, and could not determine the cause.

Thred seperated from tires ,but was informed it was not one on recall (tiresize: 175-70r-15)( dot number:tire size: 175-70r-15 )

All 4 tires cracking on inside and outside of tire near tread line as well as the center minor diameter.two independent service centers declared unsafe.firestone claims "normal wear"will not pro-rate tires. (dot number: w2tiresize: p255/70/16)

While driving onhighwayrear driver's side orginal equpiment firestone wilderness at tire,#p26575r16, dot# w273wmb had a blowout that causedtire tread to bubble and remain inflated. Consumer has yet to contact dealer. Please provide furthur details.

My firestone wilderness tire exploded just as the others have been described.yet my tire size and manufacturer location is not one that is being recalled.i have been waiting for the recall to be expanded and it hasn't .a local firestone store on erie blvd. In syracuse, ny informed me that the recall is ongoing and will probably expand.i had to change a sidewall exploded flat on the highway in 90 degree heat and then a year later i find that the same things were happening to others only with more drastic results.my experience leads me to believe that the location and size have nothing to do with it.i think it is the design and all wilderness at's should be recalled. (tiresize: 225/75/15)( dot number:tire size: 225/75/15 )

Well me and some of my family members was heading to destine we was on i-10 south when the covering of the tire came off and bent the finder.

The firestone wilderness at tire failed. *mjs

Oringinal equipment on a 1999 chevrolet, silverado, p265/75r16 size. Dot unknown.while driving 55 mph right rear tire blewout. Firestone was notified and offered consumer a trade in.

Replacement of all five tires as two were already separating,have had trouble with one loosing air since bought,unable to find reason,tires were replaced by goodyear and firestone advised can't reemburse because of already taken off,otherfirestone said tires are two years old and needed replacing anyway. I spoke with robert oper.50 at nhtsa.(dot number: w2hhawb048tiresize: p225/75r15)

Ford explorers model 1996 (xtl)problem-seeking professional help.there were two accidents due to tire bursts. *sc

Six flat tires on rear of explorer since beginning of summer( dot number: )

During august, 2000, i contaced nhtsa relative to the tire failure on my explore; however, the agent i talked with on the telephone did not take any information or suggest any action to be taken.i was informed at that time that a recall was immient.therefore, i mailed the necessary documents to firestone and ford motor company on or about august 23, 2000.since that time i have had very little correspondence with either company.the only thing firestone has said is that my accident occured in october 1999, which was prior to the january 1, 2000 recall date.please advise as to how tires determined to be defective as of january 2000 were not in fact defective and subject to the same recall as those on my explorer.the tire on the left rear blew out on i-59 between birmingham and tuscaloosa on or about october 14, 1999.the next day i replaced all tires with a new set.i look forward to hearing from you soon regarding this matter.. No safety defec tlisted. ( dot number:)

All four tires have cracks at the point where the tread and sidewall meet.the tires were inspected by a firestone representative at a firestone service center. The inspector indicated that there was a defect in the tires and that they would replace them on a pro-rated basis.i would have to pay 36% of the cost of new tires since there was still 64% of usable tread remaining on the tires.he inspector further suggested that the tires should be replaced since and that driving with tires in this condition could be dangerous. (tiresize: 255/70/r16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r16 )

Original equipment on a toyota, 4 runner, 2000, p22575r15.after 9000 miles front tires were wearing unevenly to the point were they had to be replaced.

Traveling home on the ship channel bridge from friends place when i heard a bang likesomething had kicked up,after which the vehicle started to move from side to side i proceeded to slow down at which time the tire began to shred. When i was able to pull the vehicle to the shoulder of the freeway the only thing left was the center part of the tire not a piece of the walls were on the tire. (dot number: 8xhl1py529tiresize: p235/75r15)

Pe-00020; visible cracks on all fours tires where the tread meets the casing. Original tires purchased on a 1998, ford, explorer at37,000 miles.tire size p23575r15, dotvn457l.please give any further details.

Front driver sideand passenger side replacement firestone wilderness at tires, size 26575r15 with twenty-four thousand miles on themare cracking. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.

While driving through an open field that had just recently be harvested for soy beans. I was making a left turn when the right front tire suddenly went flat. This caused the right front rim to plunge into the ground. This resulted in the truck rolling over. (tiresize: p265/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p265/75r16 )

Tires had been losing air, and not a normal form ontires. Consumer replaced tires, and currently looking for information for this situation. 255/70r16, ford, explorer, 1999.

Tire blowout.(tiresize: 255/70r16)

While driving 60 mphfront left tire blewout. Originalequipment for 1997, ford explorer. Got recall letter to go to ford dealer before recall was over, and was put on waiting list.ford never returned call. When checked on recall ford indicated recall was over.please add vin.

About 1 week prior to the august 17, 2000 date, i noticed a change in the way the tires felt while driving at slow speeds. I then had my wife drive the vehicle slowly down the street and i walked behind and noticed a bulge in the left rear tire. I then took it to the firestone store in garland, texas and they said it was a road hazard problem. I knew i hadn't hit anything in the road since i had been driving the vehicle since october of 1999 and it had driven fine until this incident.they sold me a discounted tire and charged me $65.23 to replace it. I had them move the spare (same dot and size) to the left rear and put the new tire on the front. They kept the bad tire and sent me on my way. Then about november, 2000 the same thing happened to the tire that i had them put on the left rear. I then took it to an independent dealer that sells firestone in irving. They agreed that this tire was failing due to tread separation. They didn't have another wilderness at to replace it with so they gave me a competitors smallertire and made it the spare. They gave me the tire to keep so i could have it replaced with the others when i could get it replace when they had a replacement. (dot number: w2hltiresize: 23575r15)

While traveling on the freeway, i noticed a slight vibration.a short time later, i felt the vibration again and the tire blew.i was traveling at 60mph.fortunately, no one was injured.i contacted ford roadside assistance and they came to exchange the tire with the spare.i then drove the vehicle to a ford dealer near where i work (magic ford, valencia, ca).i requested that all five tires be replaced along with the rim on which the tire blew.it was damaged beyond repair.i have received a bill for $1,020.00 from magic ford, and do not feel that i should be obligated to have to pay.although the exact model of tire is not on the recall list, it is obvious that this is clearly a manufacturer's defect.i am in possession of the tire and all surrounding paperwork. (dot number: vncu1px080tiresize: p255/70r16)

Rear left tire separated while on the highway. The side of the tire came off. (tiresize: p265/75r15)

Photos of the tire damage are posted at http://www.speakeasy.org/~dervish/firestone/firestone.html. I replaced all four tires despite the substantial tread life remaining on the firestones.the firestones were well-maintained: rotated, inflated, etc. (dot number: w2x0w66070tiresize: p225/60r16)

When i inspected my tires in response to the firestone issue, i found that all four tires plus the spare were cracked at the intersection of the sidewall and the tread...all the way around the tire.firestone replaced these tires with the same make for no cost under the warranty.so far, no problem with the new tires, which were installed on october 13, 2000. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Vehicle was operated below speed limit, when it started to shimmy and shake violently causing operator to loose control. Vehicle wanted to go towards the right and would not respond to operator's attempts to steer towards the left. Vehicle abruptly responded towards left, dipped down on the passenger side front and rolled over, hitting an embankment causing it to flip up on it's wheels (right side up). Police and insurance adjuster noticed shredded and mangled tires on passenger side of vehicle, but had no explanation. I now realize the cause of the crash/roll-over must be the firestone tires. I no longer have possesion of the vehicle or tires, as the vehicle was totalled and taken by insurance company. (dot number: unknowntiresize: p235/75r15)

While driving down highway at 55 mph i heard 3 loud thuds in the left rear wheel well. There was no difference in control of the vehicle. The road was clear with no objects in the road. I pulled over to check out the vehicle. Inspecting the tire i discovered was cracking. (dot number: w2hlipy tiresize: p235/75r15)

Dt: the contact owned a 1998 ford explorer sport. Hadfirestone wilderness at tires onvehicle. Went for inspection andfailedbecause the tires were recalled.he contacted ford as well as firestone,and they toldhim the recall was over and there was nothing they could do.the tire size was p235/70r16. The tireson the vehiclesplit between the threads,and sidewalls.it was like they were separating on all five of the tires,including the spare tire.

Please disregard form.

My family and i are afraid to ride in this vehicle. (dot number: vdtiresize: 235/75/r15)

I tdried to submit this but got a message that weg site was unavailable.but on retrying got a message already submitted, but obviously not so. The tires are not on recall.i inspected them all anyway. The left fron had wire belt edges sticking through the casing.i had about 20 pricks in my hand from feeling.i could put my had under the tread and pull it away from the casing.i replaced all 4.i called, firestone, firestone-bridgesone headquarters, ford, the ford dealer, two firestone dealers and have not received satisfaction.one dealer said [on the phone] that the fault was ford's because they didn't tell their customers to align the wheels often enough.the other dealer inspected the tire and said the failure was due to alignment.i asked how much would cause the problem and he replyed 1/4".i showed him the alignment data at 0.05" out and he said that the other front, although withing spec was at the high end. ( dot number: w2081pt197 tire size: p235/70r16 )

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: w2hl. Steel belt has come out between tread, all the way around on two offour tires.firestone has been notified.

The bead failure caused a flat, the tread separation failures became known when the tire was brought in for repair.all four tire had similar failures of tread separation.only the one from canada had the bead failure.i will attempt to send photos. (dot number: vnhl1py406tiresize: p235/75r15)

The raised white lettering on the sides of all 4 tires have splits in them and the cords are showing( dot number: vn 08 tire size: 23570r 16 )

Tire sidewall blew out while backing up at slow speed.no evidence of any cut or abrasion on tire.the entire circumference of the tire at the sidewall on both sides appears to be soft and uneven.the remaining tires appear to have the same uneveness around the sidewall.i am aware of the recalls on wilderness at tires but it does not seem to include these 16 inch models. Should it?also please note that my vehicle was shipped from the factory with 4 of these tires but the spare was a 15" wilderness at.ford notified me by letter that my tires were not part of the recall.there is clearly something wtrong here. ( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 2000 ford ranger,tire size p24575r16, dot number began with w2, and three thousand four hundred miles put on the tires. Consumer noticed a two inch crack around the sidewall area of front right tire. Please provide any further details.

Original equipment on a 1999, ranger p235/75r15 size, dot#: vnhl.tread on the left rear separated from the sidewall.

Sidewall failure. (dot number: w273wmb219tiresize: 265/75/16)

Consumer has a 1997 ford, explorer, orginals tires unknown. Tire size p235/75r15, dot# starts with vn. All 4 tires have cracks around the sidewall.some worst than others. Firestone dealer notice the problem but would not replace them. 41,000.

Dt:the caller usedspare tire and the sidewall blew out.tire had 110 miles on it at the time. The caller was going between 60 and 65 mph.the tirewas full of black powder and the rubber was crumbling. Thecaller heard a rumble, and when he was trying to pull over to see what it was ,the tire blew out.tire was only on vehicle for a week. Manufacturer told the callerto go to dealer and they would take care of the tire.dealer would offer no help. However, manufacturer did pay for tire.

While driving at 35mph and braking for a right hand turn, front right tires' sidewall blewout, leaving a 4 inch gash insidewall.dealer said these were not on recall.

Front right tire tread separated while going 65mph. Outer shell came off.tire,size p235/75r15, was aftermarket already purchased on the used vehicle. Please provide more information.

After driving from oklahoma city, ok to silver city, nm at high speeds (70 mph) and in high temperatures (100 degrees f), i noticed that a line of cracks had formed on all four tires on the sidewalls where the tread joins the sidewall.a tire dealer in s( dot number: w2hl1py138 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Replacement rear passenger side firestone wilderness at tire with 1,000 miles exploded from sidewall. Dealer has yet to be contacted.please provide further details.

Whilechecking tiresnoticed sidewall tire had uneven wear.please provide further information.

Sidewall blowouts multiple traveling low speed no collisions (dot number: w2cutiresize: p255/70r16)

Oringinal tires on a toyota, 4 runner, p225/75r15, dotw2h8awb080; while traveling at 45 mph consumer heard a loud pop.driver pulled over, andright rear tire had a 6 inch rip insidewall. Please provide any further information.

Consumer has a 1999 ford, explorer,original set had dry rotted along the inner & sidewall of tires.also,tires seemed to bubble around the side.tire sizep235/75r15. Dot# w2hl, rest unknown. Consumer was number 14 on the list to have tires replaced at the dealer.

Whiling driving home and traving at about 70 mphdriver's rear side tire blew out its whole sidewall.tireswere original equipment, sizep235/75r15, first part of the dot number w2hl. Has not contacted dealer yet.

When inspecting these tires i found small cracks in the sidewall and an obvious split in the vicinity of where the sidewall and tread meet. I have had them inspected at a firestone dealer who, after only looking at the size, said they were fine. He would not provide anything in writing stating my tires were safe or road worthy. I have contacted ford and firestone numerous times with no satisfaction. These tires were manufactured in the decatur plant. I strongly feel these tires should be included in the recall. These tires have not failed (blown out) yet, however i believe it is only a matter of time. I stronly urge the nhtsa to recall these tires before these indications of eminent failure lead to a blow out and the loss of more life...namely a member of my family. (dot number: vdtiresize: 25570r16)

The tire has a crack in the side wall that could result in a blow out.the tire also will not the recommended tire pressure. (tiresize: 31x10.5r15)( dot number:tire size: 31x10.5r15 )

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer p235/75r15 size, dot#: vnhl. Tires are bubbling along the sidewall.

245/p75r16 dot vd, original equipment on a 1999, ford, ranger with 15000 miles.circular cracks on sidewall,all 4 tires. Ford dealer sent consumer to firestone saying they do not warrant tires.

Firestone, wilderness at,size p255/70r16, dot unknown, replacement equipment with 18000 miles on a 1994 ,gmc, sierra. Rear driver's side blewout at 60 mph.

I was driving on the pa turnpike. I got off at fort washington exit. I proceeded to ft. Washington expo center. I pulled into a parking place and i heard a loud pop. I got out to find my rear-passenger side tire deflating rapidly. There was a hole in the side wall of the tire. There was nothing on the ground around the tire. It just popped.

Sidewall blue out and the vehicle lost control we were able to keep it under control and stop.

I had just gotten on interstate 71 in ohio & was going approximately 50 mph when the right rear tire blew out.when i returned to ny, i showed the tire to my mechanic who said it looked like the sidewall failed.i then went to van kleek's tire, firestone dealerin lake katrine, ny.the technician agreed that it appeared that the sidewall failed but sent me to the firestone service center in wappingers falls to have it replaced under warranty.he went so far as to say that they should replace all four tires based upon the problems with other wilderness tires.the firestone tech. Said that it was clearly a roadhazard; that i must have hit something and that it was not covered under warranty but they would give me 30% credit on a new tire.i called the 800-356-4644 number in my firestone warranty manual & explained the situation.the representative told me that if i was not satisfied with this store's assesment, i should go to another firestone store in newburgh or middletown.i declined & returned to van kleek's the following day.i was charged $130 for a replacement tire, even though they found no punctures or other damage to the tread or evidence of roadhazard.i still have the tire & would like to have it inspected by a unbiased professional. (dot number: vncu1rd499tiresize: p255/70r16)

Firestone wilderness at tires were replaced twice because cracks developed at the sidewall where the tread meets the sidewall,the tires that are presently on this vehicle have the same cracks as previous faulty tires.nlm

Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dot vn, original equipment on a 2001, ford ranger with 24000 miles.rear driver's side tire had a blowout at 65 mph.

The tire has a crack in the side wall that could result in a blow out.the tire also will not the recommended tire pressure. (tiresize: 31x10.5r15)( dot number:tire size: 31x10.5r15 )

Cracks developed, 9/10 of an inch on the sidewall,and 3/10 in depth on a 1992 mitsubishi, montero, aftermarket equipment installed, approximately 65,000 miles,p235/r75/15; dot# w2w2hlipy419 . Please provide further details.

P26575r15, dot w29vaw1, 9000 milesof original equipment on 2000, toyota tacoma. Right rear tire developed a hole on the side of the wall for unknown reason. Please provide further information.

Was traveling 30mph when tire blewout.was a loud bang. Maintained control of vehicle. After awhile right rear tire went flat while leaving stop light. Pulled over andnoticed there was a slit insidewall. Contacted both tire andvehicle manufacturers. Was informed byvehicle manufacturer that would need to see tire before replacing it at prorated cost.p225/70r15,20,000 miles. W2uu109,1999 mercury, mountaineer.

Sidewalls of2 front tires had experienced excessive wear, such as wires showing through sidewalls. Please provide more details of the defect.

Pe00-020; tire size p25570r16 dot#vncu1rd468, ford, expedition 1999, consumer took vehicle to dealer for 30,000 miles check up and to rotate tires. On the way home,driving at approximately 60mph left rear tire sidewall failed and shreaded to pieces.

1998, ford, explorer; all 4 tires were showing cracks alongsidewall below the tread. Tires were making thumping noise at lower speed & howlingnoise at higher speeds.tires size p235/75r15, dot# w2hl367, and original tires with 50,000 miles.

P235/75r15, dot unknown, original equipment on a 1997, lincoln truck, mountaineer. 45000 miles. All 4 tires were showing cracks where sidewall meets tread.

Tire was low on air, and the sidewall was peeled back to the rim. (dot number: vn08iputiresize: 235/70r16)

Firestone (p245/75r16) wilderness tire experienced a blowout on the right rear tire sidewall, the tire had 874 miles on it.nlm

Tire separated on the sidewall and was vibrating very badly.(tiresize: p235/75/r1)

Sidewall deterioration and failure. On sidewall, 1 cm. Below the corner/beginning of tread, rubber deteriorated esposing white material underneath for the entire circumference of tire. No blowout experienced, just slow leak resulting in flat. Vehicle location at time of failure:nh route 16 south, 0.5 miles before exit 9.very hot day - temperatures in the mid 90's.failed tire left at tri-city subaru (nh) service desk on 6/16 - contact service manager (paul) at (603) 742-3647 (mon-fri 8am-5pm).due to local unavailability of firestone wilderness at replacement tire (on 6/16), my vehicle now has a goodyear spirit tire on front/left.i am aware that having different design tires on my vehicle is unsafe, but i had no choice. It would have been more unsafe to continue driving on the donut spare. Requesting of tri-city to replace failed tire, and reinburse my costs associated with the goodyear spirit tire. (tiresize: p225/60r16)( dot number:tire size: p225/60r16 )

The right rear tire on my vehicle was cracked all the way around on the sidewall of the tire.this occurred after only 2000 miles.this was an original equipment tire on the truck i just purchased in nov 2001. (tiresize: p265/75r16)

While drivingdriver heard something hitfender wheel, and chunks of rubber were coming ofsidewall. Firestone said there was nothing wrong with these tires.

Heard a pop sound, vehicle tracked sideways, preceeded to shoulder through traffic, tire sidewall was shredded.(dot number: w273tiresize: 265/75 r16)

Tire sidewall loss--tire pressure checked that a.m., loss at 3:00 p.m. (dot number: ydk6tiresize: 27/8.5/14)

Sidewall of firestone wilderness at tire blew out while driving at low speed.*la

Consumer has a 2000, mercury mountaineer.passenger's rear tire sidewall blewout.consumer was traveling 20mph. Dot#8xhl & tire sizep235/75r15.mercury & firestone dealer toldconsumer that tires were okay 2 weeks before the incident.

Tire had big lump on sidewall (dot number: 8xhlipytiresize: 23575r15)

Complete sidewall separation, tire completely destroyed.(dot number: 273wmb129tiresize: p265/r16)

I have a 99 ford explorer with the 235 75r15 wilderness at tires. The dot code is from wilson nc not the decatur plant. However, i have numerous cuts on the sidewall below the tread and above the lettering. If you will review your database, there are at least 46 complaints of tire problems (i.e. Cuts, blowouts, bubbles, etc) from the wilson plant with the 235 75 r15 wilderness at tires. This does not include the hundreds of 235 75r 15 listings, where the tires were not properly identified within your database. The number could be higher. Firestone says the cuts are due to ozone. Although the tires on my suv are not on recall, i have replaced them and will hold them in case the recall is widened. Hopefully someday it will be. (dot number: wh2ltiresize: 23575r15)

There are hairline cracks running along the sidewalls of all four tires. No one has seen vehicle.

Pe00-020;tire size p23575r15,original equipmenton ford, explorer, 1997 with 40,000 miles. All 4 tires has developed cracks insidewall , and going completely around the tires. All tires were in good condition and had plenty of tread.

The tire has a crack in the side wall that could result in a blow out.the tire also will not the recommended tire pressure. (tiresize: 31x10.5r15)( dot number:tire size: 31x10.5r15 )

Pe00020,;original equipment on 1998 explorer, tire size p23575r15, dot vnhl. All four tires were forming cracks in the sidewall. Dealer said they were dry cracking.please provide further information.

I was driving when the left front tire went flat from a small, sharp piece of gravel.i changed the tire and drove home.at home i inflated the tire to determine the cause of failure.along with discovering the gravel puncture, i observed 3-4 spots around the sidewall of the tire that were raised above the rest of the sidewall. The raised places can be described as large blisters of 6-8 square inches in size.the "bubble" spots were found only on the outside sidewall.none were observed on the inside sidewall. I then observed the other tires on the vehicle and found depressions or unevenness in the sidewall of the other tires. (dot number: w273 wmatiresize: p265/75r16)

All 5 tires including the spare have an hairline crack on the side wall approx. 1'' down from the tread surface( dot number: viihl tire size: p235/75r15 )

I have been inspecting these tires on a weekly basis since the problems with wilderness at's became public knowledge.the subject tire are not part of the recall because they were manufactured in canada.this weekend i noticed cracking where the tread and sidewall meet.it appears that this will lead to trread separation.i have replaced all 4 tires.i believe that it is time for the government to force firestone to recall all wilderness at's regardless of the size or the manufacturing facility.firestone has refused to reimburse me for the replacement tires. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75/15)

I had to purchase four new tires for my 2002 gmc sierra on 10/2/03.firestone in martinsburg, wv advised me that my truck tires that gm placed on the truck that was ordered new were not suitable for the weight of the truck.the sidewall of the tires were very weak.i am concerned that there are other trucks out there with the same problem.i went to the dealer who will not assist me with this issue.i sincerely hope there have not been any accidents due to this problem.can you investigate and make sure the problem is resolved if this is not just an isolated incident.*la

Vehicle tires were noticed with cracks around the sidewall wheretread met.mounted on a 1998, mercury, mountaineer; original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Firestone notified. Please provide any further details.

Pe00020, bought used on a 1997 mountaineer, tire sizep23575r15, dot vnhl. Driver front/ passenger front and passenger rear tire sidewalls are peeling over time which seemed that somebody had used a knife to place groove in the tires.please provide further information.

Pe00020;original equipment on a ford ranger 1998, dot vnhl1py, p23575r15. Consumer said that onboth rear tiressidewallwas separating.

While the consumer looked over the tires he noticed that the two front tires had bubbles on the side walls. *nlm

Tires are cracking at sidewall, indicates tire defect and not vehicle defect - i read recently that firestone is claiming it is a vehicle defect with the ford explorer. These tires prove the problem is with the tires themselves. These wilderness ats have never been on an explorer, yet they are cracking and show the initial stages of tread separation. Although ford is replacing these tires, i was told about a long waiting list that prevented immediate replacement. I went to sears auto center the other day and they can have them in under five days. Since these tires could fail me at any time, i am having to replace them at my own expense and seek reimbursement from ford later. Although ford is offering only $110 per tire, i will still be out $114.78 (the difference) of my earnings to resolve this issue. I can assure you from my experience, firsestone/bridgestone's claims are not to be taken seriously. I have four tires that are proof that these tires are defective regardless of vehicle type. If they ague that the ford explorer has a design defect and is unsafe, they must be willing to argue the same thing about the ranger. These tires were kept at 30 psi and maintained. Please look into this claim for me. Thanks.(dot number: p235/r75tiresize: 15-inch)

Firestone, wilderness at,p255/70r16 dot unknown, made in canada,original equipment on a 2000, ford, explorer, right rear tire had blowout at 50 mph, temperature was 36 degrees.

Sidewall side of tire completely failed.(dot number: vn73tiresize: p26575r16)

Consumer has a19 98 ford, ranger. Orginal tires on the truck have experiencedtread separation & cracking along sidewall. Approximate miles 45,000, tire size p235/75r15, dot# vnhl.

Sidewall blew out of tire at 60mph.from tread around sidewall half the diameter of the tire. (dot number: vn08tiresize: p235/70r16)

Firestone, wilderness at, p255/70r16, dot unknown, original equipment on a 2000, ford, explorer with 8000 miles, blowout on rear right tire at 57 mph, tire shredded. Dot# w2cv1px369

Travailing at 45 mph on cold road sidewall blewout. (dot number: 8xhltiresize: p23575r15)

Rear tire sidewall shredded at highway speed.was not a blowout, but a separation of the tire components.photos available. (tiresize: lt265/75r1)

Tire sidewalls are exhibiting dimpling or reduced thickness from the tread edge to rim about 1 inch wide. (dot number: vd60aw3529tiresize: 31x10.5r15)

Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dotipy, replacement equipment on a 1998, jeep, grand cherokee with 9000 miles. While driving 65-70 mphconsumer smelled something burning.he pulled over, and saw black smoke fromrear of driver side. Rear driver's side tire had split where tread and sidewall met. On sidewall tire had melted, and there were white streaks all around. No injuries, no damage to vehicle.

Sidewall of tire separated with 14,000 miles. (dot number: w2hltiresize: 235 75 15)

While driving on a gravel road at 40 mph (70 degrees, 2 adults, 1 child in vehicle, no other load in truck) the inside sidewall exploded on driver rear causing rear of truck to sway.truck was under control until i was able to stop.there was an l shape tear near the tread running perpendicular through the sidewall.this tear was at an almost perfect 90-degree angle.tire will remain in my custody for inspection until i am satisfied with outcome.

At 70mph on the interstate, the whole sidewall blew out on the tire. (dot number: vn73wmatiresize: p26575r16)

Total upper sidewall to tread separation all way around on outside facing tire. Mr

Firestone, p235/75r15, dot unknown, replacement equipment with 22000 miles on a 1995, ford, explorer. Driver's rear tire had a blowout at 55 mph.

Traveling on interstate at 65 mph when i heard a loud pop and felt a sudden jerk in steering and vibration. I exited to the soulder as fast as traffic would allow.we we shocked to see that the tire was in two pieces, the sidewall was no longer connected to the tread.the tire did have a nail in it which was so snugly in the tire that you could not push it out by hand. This tire should not have been in two pieces! (dot number: vncutiresize: p255/70r16)

There was a 6 inch crack inleft rear tire sidewall, and a 4 inch crack inright rear tire sidewall.contacted dealer, and dealerurged consumer to keep eye on tire ,to see if it gets any worse.

Pe00020; originial equipment on 1997, mercury, mountaineer, p23575r15. On all tires there were pieces of rubber missing, and cracks all along onsidewalls.firestonesaidit was not part of the recall.please provide further information.

The tire has a crack in the side wall that could result in a blow out.the tire also will not the recommended tire pressure. (tiresize: 31x10.5r15)( dot number:tire size: 31x10.5r15 )

Well me and some of my family members was heading to destine we was on i-10 south when the covering of the tire came off and bent the finder.

Traveling on highway left, rear tire blew. After tire was changed,full sized, brand new spare blew 300 miles later.(tiresize: p2657ur17)( dot number:tire size: p2657ur17 )

Dealer changed 4 tires,too smallprofile tires, but didn't changespare tire. Also, statedspare had wrong rim ,and rim would not fit hub on vehicle. P22535105s.

Firestone refuses to take my spare tire for reimbursement. Spare has all the correct numbers on it. Spare printed with "for temporary use only" and therefore will not take it. I have not heard of this policy. What does temporary mean? how many miles can i run on it? nobody can tell me. Sometimes you have to run on your spare a long time. Is this spare tire going to be safe ???????? ?( dot number: vdhl1py498 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I have not experienced a tire failure yet, but i have concerns on the spare tire that came with my vehicle. The 4 main tires are goodyear wrangler hp 265/70r17 and the spare tire is a firestone wilderness at p265/75r16.the owner's manual specifically states to use same size tires & type of tires.the spare tire should be the same as the premium tire package i upgraded my package to... Not a smaller size without any warningof what damage it could do to the vehicle if you used it for an extended period....i think they should have the same size spare.if not, at leastinform you of the potential damage one could do to their vehicle or person. (tiresize: p265/75r16)

P e 00 020/tires tread separation: 1997, ford, explorer; with original equipment, tire size p235/75r15, dot# w2 was inspected andfoundhairline cracks around the sidewall;. Firestone notified, and informed that tires were not covered under recall. Please feel free to provide any further details.

This particular tire was not on the recall list and had only 15,000 miles, but i wanted to replace them anyway. Upon replacing them, we found a large, soft, jelly-like spot on one of the rear tires. It was thin and beginning to split even though the tread( dot number: w2 tire size: p265/75r15 )

The firestone wilderness at 235/75r15 tires have cracks on the sidewall just below tread, one tire failed while driving at freeway speed. *mjs

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear tire experienced a blowout while driving at 40 mph withdriver and one passenger in a 2000, ford, explorer; original equipment, tire size p 235/75r15, dot# 8xhl1py319. No injury or damages. Firestone notified, and informed tconsumer hat tire was no recall. Tire available for analysis.please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Ea003 ,investigation still open at this time, 255/75r16, consumer drove 55mph and heard loud noise from rear, tread separated at sidewall at right rear tire, contacted dealerwho could do nothing for consumer, was original equipment on 1994 ford ranger, 33.ooo miles on tire dot w2 ab 42578.

Massive tread separation - non-recalled tire.i have the tire.firestone showed no interest in the failure. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p23575r15)

My wife was driving down the interstate back in april and she had a catastrophic failure of the right rear tire on a wilderness at.the dealer says it is a w2 tire though i have not visually verified it.the tire was replaced.no additional damage occured at the time, though it was very scarry for my wife.didn't think anything about it until all the current talk and she reminded me of the problem.now scarred to drive the explorer even though these tires are supposed to be ok.we have had one failure.( dot number: w2 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Travelling southbound on i-35 at milemarker 20 near clarks grove mn when left rear tire blowout occurred without warning, completely separating tread.vehicle brought to a safe stop on the highway shoulderwhere spare was installed. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235-75r15)

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer p235/75r16 size dot# w2hl. Tread has started to separatealong the sidewall on three of the four tires.

Tire began to separate on outside edge but i had it replaced before failure occurred.tire manufactured at wilson, nc plant.i replaced the tires with goodyear wrangler rts of the same size.had to pay for replacement since code w2hl not in recall. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

While traveling about 55 mph, both front tires experienced tread separation. The was able to pull over. Firestone, wilderness at,p255/70r16. The consumer felt the tiresshould berecalled. . there were several small breaks around the tire.

Pe00020, tire tread separation: while tires were being rotated,split was found in the left front tire.steel cords could be seen fromsplits. Tire size p26575r15,dot # w2. Original tire equipment on a 1997, ranger. Tire mileage 45,000.owner will be replacing all tires with other brand tire. Please provide any further information.

While driving about 30 mphleft front tire had a blowout. Then,left rear had a blowoutwithout a prior warning. Firestone, wilderness at, 235/75r15, ford, explorer 1991.

Tread splitting/cracking all the way around tires on all tires/steel belts showing through/technician said it was "dry rot."(tiresize: 31105r15)

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 60 mph on the highway, the right rear tire blew out without warning.there were no obvious road hazards or debris.upon initial inspection, it was found that the tire had completely separated along the tread and sidewall area.there was a nhtsa recall, # 01t016000, regarding the tires.the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.the dealer and manufacturer were alerted.the tire was a firestone wilderness a/t p235/75r15.

I have had these tires on my truck for a little over a year. Within the first month i had 2 of these tires replaced because the tread was separatinig. Again this month i had to have another tire replaced because it was bulging and seperating. I wrote customer service at firestone and they never replied,once by mail and twice by e-mail. These tires do have the "vd" dot code. (dot number: vdtiresize: 33x12.50x1)

P235/75r15, dot vn, original equipment on a 1997, ford, explorer; all 4 tires showed tread separation close to sidewall, on two tires belt was coming through.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear tire tread separated while traveling at 35 mph in a 1998 ford ranger ( original equipment; p235/75r16; dot# unavailable) dealer notified. Please provide any further details:

Firestone, wilderness at, dotw29v1pk504, p26575r15.notoriginal tires ontoyota, 4 runner, 1994. While driving at about 30 mph, vehecle begins to shake and make a weird noise.passenger's side back tire had separated from rim.

Consumer has a 1997, mercury, mountaineer. It is a used vehicle with 49,000 miles.passenger's rear tire has hairline cracks.dot#vnhlpy346. Tire size p235/75r15.

Pe00020, 1995 ford explorer, tire size p25570r16 dot made in canada, front tires are cracked, andtread/ sidewalls and the rear tirestread are peeling off. Seems that the tread may fall off which may cause a crash.firestone is not willing to assist the consumer.please provide further information.

Under tire inspection noticed that the tire tread was separating on all tires., (dot number: w273wma369tiresize: p265/75r16)

Vehicle began to vibrate and consumer took vehicle to have the wheels balanced 3 times and the front end aligned but the truck was still vibrating, consumer believes there are one or more tread separations in the tire, this has caused poor steering control.nlm

Tire cracked between tread and sidewall on the inside of the tire, manufacturer replaced on pro-rated warrenty basis, concerned because another tire is showning very minor cracking on inside of tire( dot number: vd70 tire size: p245/75r16 )

Consumer called complaining about having problem with the tires seapration on the rear side while driving the vehicle at 60mph. Please provide further information. Ts

Pe00020, 1998 ford explorer, tire size p23575r15; driver's rear tire tread separated which almost caused a crash. Insurance company investigated the problem.please provide further information.

P26570r17, dot 30774exbml6152-3,original equipment on a1999, ford expedit while driving at 40 to 45 mph heard a loud boom,rear driver's side tire tread was just hanging.

Original tires on a ford, explorer 1995, 255/70ra6, dot wi. Left rear tire had cracks around outside of tread and startingto peel.

Pe00020; original equipment on a 1998 toyota, takoma pick-up, p265/75r15, and dotw29vawi068. While traveling at 70 mph driver's side rear tire blewout. Consumer was able to control vehicle, tread separated completely around tire.

Pe 00-020/tire tread separation after notifying firestone, they informed that they would add consumer names onto a list and will contact when replacement would be available; (p235/75r15; dot# unavailable; on a 1993 ford explorer original equipment).please provide any further details:

Original equipment on a 1996, ford ranger, p235/75r15 size, dot#: w29b1rk415. Right front tire has started to crack at the top oftread.

Pe-00-020 original equipment on a 1991, gmc, suburban, tire size p23575r16, dot number not available.when driving at 70 mph driver's side rear tire tread split atsidewall, causing tread separation.please provide any further details.

While driving driver side rear tire outter tread flew off and impacted the side of the vehicle.

Beginning tire seperation and beading was discovered when i had my tires checked and unltimitely replaced.( dot number: vnhl1py358 tire size: p23575r15 )

Pe00020; original equipment on a ford, explorer 1998, 2557016. Consumer has noticed a 16 inch fracture on the left front tire. Consumer was concerned because it ran on the belt line of tire.

P245/75r16, dot unknown, original equipment on a 1999, ford, ranger; all 4 tires have tread separation.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear tire experienced a tread separation.also causedvehicle tooverturn,and eject four passengers. There was one fatality, two severe injuries, and one moderate injury in a 1996, ford, explorer, aftermarket equipment install approx. 62,000 miles, p255/70r16, dot# unavailable. Feel free to provide any further details.

Not original tired on pontiac, bonneville 1998, dotepa6clh3000, p225/60r166.975 m +s.while driving on wet pavement at about 35 mph right front tire blewout. Steering wheel went hard to the left to avoid an accident.tread separated all the way around.please provide any further information.

Tread was separating from the tires.the steel belts were clearly discernable when looking at the sidewall, indicating the separation.tires were replaced at owner's expense, following the recommendations of replacement tires listed on ford's website.( dot number: 4270irf328 tire size: p245/75/16 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: reporting severe vibration when traveling 50 or more mph. Tires were unable to be balanced on a 1991, ford,explorer; aftermarket equipment, tire size p235/75r15, dot# vnhl1py447. Firestone notified, and infomed consume r that tire was not covered under a recall. Tire was available for analysis. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

While driving i heard a thumping noise and the steering wheel started to vibrate.i pulled over and found a large lump on the frontpassenger side tire tread.the tire dealer said it was tread separation. (dot number: vncutiresize: p255/70r16)

Pe00020; tire size p23575r15, dotw2purchased on a 1996, ford, explorer. Three out offour tires have developed cracks wheretread meets the sidewall. Please give any further details.

The vehicle experienced three firestone wilderness at tire tread separation failures, which caused noise. *mjs

These tires are not part of the recall however i have seen many many complaints about this tire size on the internet.additionally my tires have cracks along the sidewall where it meets the tread.the ford dealer has acknowledged this as a problem and has my name on a "list" for when firestone decided to recall these tires.in the mean time how safe am i ....what does one do when no one want's to take responsablity ? help (tiresize: 25570r16)( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )

Pe 00/020/tire tread sparation: had recall tires and unable to get replacement; had been to three firestone centers in his area . Also tires had no other problem at this time; mounted on a 1999 ford, explorer: original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# unavailble. Please feel free to provide any further details.

While traveling on the highway at approx. 70mph, the tread on the rear driver side tire separated rapidly, resulting in complete destruction of the tire.after installing the spare and returning home, i inspected the other three tires which all have distinct cracks forming at the tread/sidewall corners.on one tire, i can actually see the steel belts between the cracks.

Washing vehicle & noticed cracks on all 4 tires.cracks were between the tread & the tire casing. Contacted firestone & was informed that tires were fine & not recall. Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15 with 95,000 miles on a 1997, jeep grand cherokee.

Pe00020, tire tread separation: all four tires have have ozone cracks. Tire size p23575r15, dot # vn, original tire equipment on a 1997, explorer, and tire mileage almost 40,000.onwer had all tires replaced at half price by firestone. Please provide any further information.

Steel belts separated across tire width.no known road hazards struck. (dot number: w273wmb139tiresize: p265-75r16)

Tires show cracks along the tread, just as the recalled tires for firestone did before they blew out, or had tread failure.my tires are not in the warning, or recall, so firestone won't replace them.since this is my only transportation to/from work, and i travel the freeway 70 miles per day, tread failure will happen soon if not replaced.( dot number: tire size: 235/70 r17 )

After checkingtires had foundfour set of tires were peeling and tread separation. Tireswere not under recall. Ford, explorer, 1998, p-235/75r15.

Pe00020; orignal equipment on 1999 ford expedition, tire size 25570r16, dot wncu1rd488.rear driver's side tire tread peeled off which almost caused a crash.ford checked tire previously, and said there was no problem with these tires, but there was a general problem.please provide further information.

Because of a recent flat tire, i realized the tires i had.all my tires have the tread cracking both inside and out but the firestone dealership has said because there are 50,000 miles on the vehicle, warranty is no longer valid!after 3 inspections at other tire dealerships, my tires have wear of 7/32 to 10/32.wouldn't there be less tread if the tires were the original on the car? (dot number: vntiresize: p235/75r15)

Left rear tire was noticed withsteel belt coming through tire on a 1999, ford, ranger, original equipment, p245/75r16, dot# unavailable. Fireston was not notified at this time. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Tire blewout during long-distance interstate highway driving. Daylight. Clear skies. Safely pulled vehicle to the side of the highway. Tread seperated. Failure debris damaged fender, running board, and mud guard under fender.( dot number: w2h awb tire size: p225/75r15 )

Consumer stated that after an inspection oftires had foundtread separating. Dealer had been contacted. 245/70r16, 1993, gmc, k2500.

My safety concern is the spare tire not subject to the firestone recall. Ford's contract with firestone required five tires of the same size, tread design, load capacity, etc to be installed on my 1998 ford explorer 4 wheel drive. That was done to assure that when spare tires were used either in a five tire rotation or as an emergency tire, they would all be of the same tread design, etc so that the vehicle would perform safely. Four of my firestone tires were subject to the recall,but not the spare. I replaced the four on the ground with big "o" brand tires meeting ford's specs, and the spare as well in order to be in compliance with ford;s specifications. Firestone has reimbursed me $400.00 for the four recalled tires, but refuses to pay for the spare which i cannot safely use on my vehicle.since i exercised my option offered by firestone to use another manufacturers tires, which do not match firestone's tread design, you need to order firestone to replace the spare tire at the same reimbursement level offered for the recalled tires. Doing so will bring me and others into conformity with ford's safety handling concerns for the four wheel drive to have tires of the same tread design on the road during five tire rotation or during emergency needs. Thank you. Robert j. Whittaker. Jr.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe 020 00/tire tread separation: right rear experienced a blowout at 35 mph with driver only in a 1999, nissan, frontier; original equipment, tire size p215/65r14, dot#w2vfnna418. Firestone notified, and refused to help in this matter.please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Pe00020, tire tread separation: while driving about 40-45 mph,rear tire on the passenger's side exploped. Driver was able to stop truck safely. Tire size p23575r15. Not made at illinois plant.original tire equipment on a 1998, ford, ranger,about 8,000 miles. Firestone was not notified about the tire. Tire was replaced at owner's expense. Please provide any further information.

All four tires on ford,f150started leaking air with large bubbles on sidewalls,causing one of the tires to have a blowout. Please provide further information. Dotw2hl1py367.

P22575r15,while having tires serviced technician noticed tread separating . Tires were not part of recall. Please provide further information.

Tread separation on firestone wilderness at at 35 mph.

Major tread separation on the right rear of our new suburban, at highway speed and near boise, idaho.fortunately the vehicle was removed from the freeway without loss of control.the boise, idaho firestone dealer refused to warrantee the tire, saying the cause was abuse.the tire is 6 months old and can be proved to be monitored regularly.the dealer required that we pay retail for the replacement tire, without any assistance.the tread failure is exactly like the description of the wilderness at failures.we want to bring this to your attention because of our traumatic experience and the fact that the le 16" tire is not on the recall list.we would also appreciate your assistance in getting the remaining three tires replaced, as we are not comfortable in driving our new vehicle any longer.we will next be in contact with the selling dealership, to see if the can help us.( dot number: tire size: 265/70r16 )

Pe00020. Equipment on a 1998 ford ranger. Tire tread separated.please give further details.

Pe00020, original equipment on 1999, toyota, tacoma, tire size p265175r15. Rear passenger's and front driver's side tires had blowouts. Seemed to have wires coming out oftread,whichcould have caused a crash.please provide further information.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:vehicle experienced tire tread separation on three different occasios at highway speed of 55 or more mph on a 1997, ford explorer. Original equipment, p235/75r75, dot unavailable.no injury reported and firestone notified. Feel free to provide any further details.

Pe00020; original equipment, sizze p25570r16, had 20000 miles on them, and dot number not available. When driving at 50-55 mph on a very hot day one of the frontal tires, the middle portion tread peeled completely off the tire, leaving the two sidewalls . Tire was replaced. Please provide any further details.

Pe00023; tire tread separation: while driving about 70 mph tread onrear driver's side tire came off. Driver was able to control vehicle. Tire size p23575r15, dot # w2. Original tire equipment on a1997, ford, explorer. Tire mileage about 45.000. Firestone was called abouttire. Firestone would not replacetire free. Please provide any further information.

The weather was clear and approx 70 degrees (f).it occurred on i-25 approx 10 miles north of pueblo, co.the tread was in good shape and the pressure was correct.the tire suddenly competely separated and shredded within seconds. (dot number: w273wma259tiresize: p265/75r16)

Firestone, wilderness at, p225/75r15, dot unknown, replacement equipment with unknown mileage on a 1987, jeep, cherokee. Tread separation on passenger's rear tire at 60-65 mph.

Tread separation. Firestone customer service very uncooperative due to tire size. (tiresize: 265/75r15)

While driving the vehicle suddenly began to shake.the consumer stated they heard a pop and pulled over on the service road.upon inspection the consumer noticed that the passenger side right front tire had shredded completely.she said her husband changed the tire.shetried to get a replacement for the shredded tire,she was told no, because that was not on recall.the tire was an original equipment firestone wilderness at p265/70 r 17 whichhad about 20,680 miles on them.the consumer feels that this is a safety issue especially since the tire blewout during heavy traffic.

Tire tread separated from rest of tire while driving on freeway.as tread separated from right front tire, it struck the tubular running board, breaking the right front plastic step off.it also struck the right-side mirror, breaking the plastic shell and motorized adjustment controls, and struck right rear fender flare, causing it to become loose.at this point, it is unknown if other damage was caused, as i have yet to take it to service shop for estimate.tire that separated was properly inflated prior to trip from yuma to phoenix.tire brand was firestone wilderness at, which was not lot # recalled in prior problems concerning ford explorers with firestone tires.vehicle was 2000 chevy tahoe 4-dr 4x4 z71.

Out of five firestone tires manufacturer is only replacingthree althoughall fiveare under recall. Please provide further information.

Pe00020, original equipment 1998, mercury,mountaineer, p2357or15 dot, vnhl1py507.went to firestone to inspect tires, but not on recall.firestonesaid thattires were safe. However,while drivingrear driver tread came apartunexpectedly, which almost caused a crash.please provide further information.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right fronttread separation while traveling at 25 mph, with only the driver in a 2000 ford, explorer; original equipment, p235/75, dot# w2hl1py439. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that they were out of tires. Tires were available for anaylsis. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Was traveling 50mph when all 4 tires had blown at different times, withinsame week. Managed to stop vehicle and checkedtires each time.tires had lost tread. Part of tread had peeled off, but still remained attached. Other times tread had separated, but was still attached to tire. Had roadside emergency service replaced the first tire. Had taken others to tire retailer & tires replaced with a different tires.1997, ford, explorerp235/75p15 with 25,000 miles.

Pe00020, original equipment on a 1996 ford explorer 2000, 25570r16 vncu1px.right front tire blewout.

I own a set of firestone wilderness at tires; size 255/70r/16 109s m/s.i know that these tires are not covered under the latest recall, but they appear to be doing the same as the 15" tires.i had them inspected at firestone and they observed the same thing.they, firestone distributor, suggested that i replace them immediately, but i do not want to pay for the same tire which will bring the same result.i have since purchased a set of michelin ltx m&s's.my tires are alot worse than i expected after having them removed and being able to see them on both sides.i always keep all of my vehicles in excellent condition, including the proper tire inflation.( dot number: vclu tire size: 255/70r/16 )

Cracks have developed at the root of treads on all four tires.i have sent two e-mails to firestone and they have not responded to my specific concerns.local firestone dealers have told me the tires are safe.under the current circumstances with firestone, i do not feel safe driving with these tires. (dot number: vncu1pxtiresize: p255/70r16)

All 4 tires are failing due to tread separation.they have a single, continuous tread separation crack located where the tread meets both the inner and outer tire sidewalls.( dot number: vnhlipy097 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020; tire tread separation: two tires are showing signs of tread separation. There are cracks are down to the belts in the tires. Tire size p25570r16.not original tire equipment on a 1996, ford, explorer. Tire mileage about 8,000. Firestone has seen the tires. Firestone was not able to give customer a free replacement. The tires have not been replaced. Please list dot # if possible.

While traveling and without any indication tire tread separated from rim. Please provide further information.

24575r16; while looking tire over noticed tread sticking out of tire. Dealer was notified. Please provide further information.

Original tires on 1998 ford, explorer xlt. P23575r15, w2hlipy.evidence oftread separation on 3 oftires.

This tire had tread separation.noted by the texas state police that assisted me.the vehicle was traded in 1 aug 2000.i did have to purchase new tires.i just want it recognized that other tires have this problem.( dot number: tire size: 245/75r16 )

Wilderness at model # p265/75r16 lft/rear tire disintegrated on the sidewall. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that it was probably because of air pressure. While driving 75 mph, the truck suddenly dropped to the left with indications of a blowout.. The consumer discovered the tread on the tire had separated.

Bernard harris on behalf of employee states that vehicle experienced tread separation causing employee to swerve and almost crash.*jg

Original equipment on a ford, ,1998.front driver's side and passenger's side tires have irregular tread wear and vibration.

Pe00020, bought used on a 1995 explorer, tire size 25570r16, dot vncu1pl095.tire tread separated which may have caused a crash.please provide further information.

Tread separation at relatively low speed; nothing in roadway. (dot number: ?tiresize: 17 inches)

Complete tread separation occurred on this tire on the morning of 10/31/00 at 5:30am while i was on my way to work.i was driving on the sw fwy in houston.the road way is very smooth and level.it was dry and traffic was light.the tire did not sound like a typical blowout.i felt it rather than heard it but the control of the vehicle was immediately compromised.the vehicle swerved but i regained control, slowed as quiclky as possible and pulled over.the tread is in one separate piece and the carcas is torn, frayed, etc. (dot number: 02-6555tiresize: p255/70r16)

Purchesed suv in may 1999 tires were finesuv was in texas form june2000 to mid aug 2000 leaving tex. Same time as recall checked tires and found cracking on all four tires cove ford in fort hood tx said they would not help went to gentellini was told they were dry rot.these tires are only 3 years old was not driven off road and all four are damaged.also i have come to find out that i only have a 15 inch temp spare tire how can i use that with my other tires being 16 inch?i do not have the 500.00 or more to replace these tires and don't understand how all four tires dry rot at the same time (dot number: w2cu1pxtiresize: p255/70r16)

The vehicle suffered tire blow out while driving on highway.*mr consumer didn't hit anything the tread just separated without warning. The vehicle sustained damage to the right rear.*ph *nlm

Tires look like tread is breaking off. Want them replaced asap (dot number: w29vawitiresize: 265/75r)

Original equipment on a 1998, ford explorer, p235/75r15, made in canada. All 4 tires are showing cracks at tread on the sidewall of the tire, consumer feels vehicle is unsafe to drive.

Right rear tire experienced a blowout while traveling at highway speed of 60 mphin a 1997 ford explorer , original equipment, tire size & dot unavailable. Please provide further details.

Tire tread separated from the core of the tire. Replaced 4 of 5 tires.i was able to stop and replace defective tire. No firestone store in winnwmucca. Went to ford & they sent me to les schwab. Tire not on recall list. (dot number: w2hfipj077tiresize: p215/75r15)

While having tires checked noticedcracking around tire tread. Please provide further information.

While vehicle was parked consumerheard a loud noise , left rear tire had blowenout due totread separation. Consumer was concerned that vehicle has 3 additional tires. Mechanic stated there was another location ontire that would have caused the same problem after driving vehicle a couple of miles.

Pe 00 020/tread separation: left front tire experienced a blowout at 30-35 mph withdriver and one adult passenger in a 1999, chevrolet, silverado; original equipment, tire size p265/75r16, dot# w273wmb218. No injury and damages were reported. Firestone was not notified at this time.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Pe00020, tire size 25570r16, dot vdcu1px, with about 30,000 miles the front.both tire have cracks on the tread which seems thattread may separate and cause a crash.tire been rotated every 3,000 miles.please provide further information.

Since the last time i filled out a form on these tires i now have 2 out of 4 tires with cracks and splits on the sidewalls.i am hoping that this will help in the case to force a full blown recall on all of these tires.the summer months are right around the corner and it has already been hot in my area.i have to drive over 20 miles each way to work on hills and curves and am concerned about my safety.thank you very much. Peggy anthrop (dot number: w2hl1py038tiresize: p235/75r15)

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1996, ford, exploredr, tire size p25570r16, dot number not available, tire have 40 thousand miles on them. When driving there was vibration coming fromfront end ofvehicle, tires were inspected.inspectorstatedthat cracks were developing, andtread was showing signs of separation. Please provide any further details.

The tires haven't failed. Concern on cracking around tread on all 4. All have tread life.(tiresize: p255/70r16)

Tires not under recall/i found cracks around the side wall all around the threat on the inside and outside of tire, all four tires are the same. I check the tires back in august when the recall first came out and there was no cracks in the tires. I will be replacing the tires and keeping the old tires hoping that the recall will be expaned. Looking at the other failures that have been listed , i found other threat seperation on wildernees tires that are not cover by recall.( dot number: vhhl tire size: p235/15 )

While traveling at 55-60 mph and wit out any indicationtire tread separated . Please provide further information. Please provide further information.

While traveling 65 mph and without any indication a tire blewout.please provide furher information.

While having vehicle sericed technician noticed tire tread started to separate. Please provide further information.

Both rear tires show early signs of tread separation with cracking at tread/tire body bond (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Ea00023; tire tread separation: 3 tires have signs of tread separation. The tires have circular cracks where the tread meets the sidewall. Tire size p23575r15,dot # vn. Original tire equipment on a 97, ford, explorer.tire mileage at 40,000.please provide any further information.

In regards to: wilderness a/t 265/75 16 rol tiresi have experienced a tread separation on one of the tires on my 2001 ford f-350 4x4 (55k miles). While traveling between my home and columbus, ohio on july 3, 2006, the tread on the left front tire of my truck separated from the casing. Fortunately, i had perceived a problem due to increased vibration and had lowered my speed and was traveling in the right hand lane. When the tire failed, i was able to pull safely off the highway with no damage to my truck or family. I am, however, quite concerned about the rest of the tires on my truck.honestly, when the whole explorer mess was going on, i insisted that the issue was due to improperly maintained tires, and owner neglect. I looked at it as a litigious society looking for someone to blame and sue. Well, my thoughts have changed considerably. I am a car guy. I am diligent with the care of my vehicles, and their maintenance. I routinely check my tire pressures (my air compressor and digital pressure gauge are situated right next to my garage door so i don't even have to look for them). I have owned automobiles from most every manufacturer, including six ford trucks several of those on firestone tires. I have never had a tire failure while out on the road, and the mode of failure of this tire is especially frightening.like i said, the good news is that nothing more than the tire was damaged, the better news for firestone is that i have a tire that you can surely do a failure analysis on, because it still has air in it, and the tread is still partially attached. The bad news is that no one (ford/firestone retailer) is interested in accepting responsibility. I can assure you, this is a tire issue.please advise me on how to proceed, as i am certain that firestone/bridgestone is interested in making this right. I look forward to hearing from you.

Tread separation ocurred @ 55mph while driving in rain approx 5pm. Tires have always been maintained at 35psi (checked 4 days prior to incident).

The tires are visibley separating and it has me concerned in driving my 91 f150.( dot number: w2hl1py tire size: p235/75r15 )

All four firestone tires were original equipment, and replacement tires size p23575r15, dot#n/a were experiencing tread separation. Dealer had been contacted for reimbursement. But, no determination has been made at this time. Consumer no longer owns the vehicle. Please provide further details.

Tires are original equipment on a 1997, ford, explorer, tire size p25570r16, tires have less then ten thousand miles on them, dot number not available. While driving at 65 mph consumer noticed a popping notice coming fromfront end when t passenger side right rear tire tread separated. Please provide any further details.

Pe00020;original equipment on a 2000 ford explorer. While traveling on interstate at about 70 mph right rear tire blewout.

Firestone, wilderness at, 30x9.5 r15 mounted on a 1995, chevrolet, silverado, replacement tires, 60000 miles.two front tires had some tread separation. Also,rear driver's side tire had some tread separation.

While doing continued maintenance on truck noticed excessive wear on the tire treads on all four tires. The two front tires has more wear then the rear tires.1999 chevrolet silverado. P265/75r16 with 14,600 miles.

Original equipment on 1997, explorer p235/75r15size, dot#: vnhl.tread on the front right tire separated from the inside, causingvehicle to buck and bounce and alignment problems.

Pe00020; original equipment on a ford, expidition, 1999, p26570r17, 29,300 miles.while driving up an incline consumer felt likevehicle was losing speed.she got out to inspect vehicle and noticed a 6 inch split inpassenger's side tireunder normal weather condition like 70 degrees.consumer did not do a lot of highway driving.

Tire blew out at 45mph, 2 inch rip in center of tread, no objects in tire, sidewall bubbled( dot number: vdhl tire size: 255/70r16 )

Replacement tires for a 1997 jeep, wrangler, tires size p-225/75r15, dot number 4yhhlha054. Tires have less thn 12000 miles on them while driving onhighway at mph whenleft rear tire tread separated and stayed inflated, but rubber flew completely off, damaging vehicle.

While driving 65 to 70mphrear driver's side tire tread separated from the tire, causingvehicle to run up on a grassy medium. Tire has been replaced with another firestone, wilderness tire.

Pe20020; original tires on ford, explorer sport 1998, p23575r15 w2hl. All 4 tires on outer edge were crackedall the way around up, and under the tread of the tire.

Recall00t005000,firestone tire, p23575r15, dot vdhl.it's the spare tire which is included in the recall.consumer called firestone assistant center @ 1800-465-1904, which firestone stated,they are refusing to replace tire.please provide further information.

While driving about 70 mph one offront tires had a blowout. Consumer kept control ofvehicle. Then, sawthat tire tread separated. Firestone, wilderness at,p255/70r16, ford, expedition, 1999.

The tire was correctly inflated per ford motor company manual.at approximately 65 miles an hour, the outer tread separated from the carcass on the left rear tire causing the vehicle to veer out of control.the driver was fortunate to regain control of the vehicle and pull of the road and then proceeded to change the tire.the tire has been saved. (dot number: p255-70r16tiresize: 16 inch)

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:right rear tire was noticed with cracks around the sidewall where tread met mounted on a 1998, toyota,tacoma, original equipment, p265/75r15, dot# w29vaw10888. Tire available for analysis. Please provide any further details.

Consumer has a 1999 ford explorer. There was a bubble on the driverside front tire. Firestone service center said that consumer must have hit something.consumer went to goodyear to have tire replaced. They gave an invoice stating that there appeared to be plyside separation in sidewall area. Original tire size p235/75r15 &dot# bdhlipy338, approximate mileage 5,603.firestone service center would only reimburseconsumer if a road hazard warranty was purchased.

Ea00023; tire tread separation: all four tires have signs of tread separation.the tires have two cracks along the tread.tire size p23575r15, dot # hl. Tire equipment on a 92, f150. Tire mileage about 30,000.the tires were looked at by firestone, tires plus and ntb.firestone will not replace the tires free.please provide any further information.

Traveling 55mph & heard a loud noise. Vehicle started to vibrate. Pulled over & stopped vehicle. Checked tires. Noticed chunks of rubber missing from left front. Other tires were starting to crack all around near the tread & casing. Had 3 other tires, but with different dot code numbers. Took tires to firestone retailer & was on the list. Was informed that tires needed to be mounted on vehicle for replacement.1988, chevrolet, 1500 with 6,000 miles.

Firestone wilderness at, p255/70r16 109sm+s, 027598. Original tires on a ford, expedition, 1999.consumer heard a popping noise, andconsumer pulled over. Noticedback driver's side rear tire had tread separation.

Just one mounth after purchase at costco one of the tires showed signs of the steel belts coming through the sidewall below the tread line on both sides. We had costco replace the tire. And they did but! they seemed to want to blame it on driving thru potholes or hitting curbs but it was obviouse there were no scuff marks on the tires from curbs. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Replacement tires, 30x9.5r15;while driving for a long period of time left rear tire kept bouncing.consumer checked tire, did'nt see anything. Consumer kept driving, and bouncing got worse, consumer pulled over and noticed a big blister that was getting bigger and bigger.mechanic noticed evidence of tread separation.

While having tires checked technician noticed tread separation. Please provide further information.

At 35mph right rear tread separated and at 50mphleft front tire disintegrated. Tires original equipment on a 99 explorer p235 size.please provide further details.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1998 ford explorer, tire size p23575r15, dot number not available, tires have 35 thousand miles on them. Consumer had experienced problems with the tires not staying inflated, they continued to deflate due totires showing evidence of tread separation. Also, has found a nail in one of the frontal tires, tire was plugged, and continued to deflate.please provide any further details.

Original equipment on a 98 mountaineer p235/75r15 size.at highway speedsleft rear tire tread separated fromtire.

Right rear tire separated while traveling at highway speed of 70 mph withdriver and one passenger in a 1997, toyota, 4 runner, original equipment, tire size p225/75r15, dot# w2hhawb207; firestone was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.

All 4 tires have tire separatation. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

Original equipment on a 1996, ford, explorer, p255/r7016 size.tire has a flat . When the tire was changed it was noted that the tread had separated.

Pe00020, tire tread separation: while driving about 80 mph, about one third oftread on rear passenger's side came off. Driver was able to control truck. Tire size p21570r15. Original tire equipment on a1998, frontier. Tire mileage about 20,000.tire was taken to a firestone dealership. Tire was replaced at owner's expense. Please list dot # if possible.

Original equipment on a 1997, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: w2hl. Tread on the left rear tire separated, causing damage to the rim.

Original equipment on a 99 silverado size: p265/75r16 dot: w273388.left rear tire blew out at 75mph.

Original equipment on a 2000, explorer, p235/75r15 size dot#: w2. Tread on the tire separated. Tire has been replaced.

Tread separation.have requested refund for replacement tire, but no response from firestone. (dot number: 038040tiresize: 23575r15)

Original equipment on a 97 explorer p235/75r15 size. Tread on the sidewall on a four tires had started to crack.

Consumer has two (2) recalled firestone tires on vehicle.consumer has been on a waiting list to have them replaced.replacement has not occurred as of yet.*jgthe consumer was told that the tire would be available in 18 months.the consumer waited the 18 months but replacement tire still weren't available.one tire dealer told the consumer that they wouldn't replace the tires because they were on a chevrolet and not a ford.

Consumer's brother in lawwas traveling and without any indication vehicle flipped over due to tire tread separation.there was one fatality, and one injury.please provide further information.

Pe00020; original equipment on 1998 explorer, p25570r16. All four tires had cracks which seemed like tread was separating.please provide further information.

I took to ford and they said they would replace but then stated that tread wear was beyond. (tiresize: 265/16)( dot number:tire size: 265/16 )

Pe00020, original equipment on 1999, ford expedition, tire size p25570r16,passenger's rear tire tread started to separate, and cracked along the tread andsidewall, which may cause the tread to peel off.please provide further information.

Went to tire retailer with advisory list. Had tires checked.two front tiresshowed tread separation onoutside. Tires were exchanged. Had no help from ford or firestone prior to receiving list. ,ford explorer, p235/75r15 with 30,000 miles.

Pe-00-020-;original equipment on a 2000, ford, expedition, tire size p25570r16, dot number w2cuird090. Tires have failed at 90 miles/ at 19 hundred miles, and at 29 hundred miles.consumer has noticedleft front tire andpassenger side and driver side rear tires continued to deflate due to a small hole which developedin between the tread.dealer has patched the tires.please provide any further details.

While traveling at 40mph and without any indicationrear passanger tire tread separated and bent finder.please provide further information.firestone, wilderness at,tire size p26575r16, vn73wma4900.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a ford explorer 1998, tire size p23575r15, dot number not available, 12 thousand miles put on the tires.when driving 25 mph pulling into a rest stop and upon brakingtread blew a large hole in the side wall area of the tire, tire location/position on the vehicle not available.please provide any further details.

Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15 dot w2, replacement tires with 6000 miles on a 1998, mercury, mountaineer.all 4 tires show tread separation.

Pe00020, original equipment on 1998 mercury, moutaineer, tire size p23575r15, dot w2.front passenger experienced uneven wear and tear on the tread.can see through tire,into the rubber.please provide further information.

Noticed tread starting to separate( dot number: vhnl tire size: 23575r15 )

The tire which is not one of the widerness at tires currently under the recall program, has tread seperating from the tire body. I doscivered this via visual inspection. Luckily this was just prior to my son driving 300 miles back to school. We replaced the tires with another brand. Both ford and firestone have been notified but neither have indicated any action will be taken.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Firestone, wilderness at, dot w2hl, p23575r15; while looking at tiresnoticed tread separation. Please provide furhter information.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: vehicle taken to dealer for tire inspection, and informed consumer that all tires had cracks around the sidewall, where the tread meets on a 1997, ford, explorer; original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# vnhl._ firestone notified, and informed that tires were not covered under recall. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Original equipment on a 1995, explorer, p255/70r16 size. Tread has started to separate on all 4 tires in different places.

Original equipment on a 1997, mountaineer, p235/75r15, size dot# : dnhl. Tread on all four tires have started to crack allway around .

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at highway speed of 65 mphin a 1997 ford f150, original equipment, p235/70r16, and dot# vno81pu077.tire available foranalysis; please provide any further details.

Tires tread is separating on the rear ofvehicle.dealer says tires need to be replaced.

Pe-00-020; replacement tires for a 1996, chevrolet, blazer,tire size p235/75r15, dot number started with 8x,tires had 25 thousand miles on them.when driving at 70 mphpassenger's side rear tire disinteratedall around the tire tread which caused slight loss of vehicle control.consumer has replaced all four tires with another brand.please provide any further details.

P235/75r15 original equipment on a 1998 explorer. Left rear tire tread separated at highway speeds, causing damage to the vehicle.

Tread tore off while traveling from california.caused extensive damage to the side of the car.have contacted ford and the dealership. Which neither will take responsibility for damage. Am calling firestone next. (tiresize: 235/75r/15)

Pe00-020; wilderness at p23575r15 dot vn original equipment ford explorer sport 1998, looks like there is linegoing around the edge of tires, looks like small fine cracks on all 4 tires.also on one occasion driving at approximately45-50 mphdriver's front tire tread started to separate and a little chuck of tread came off, causing a loss of vehicle control and vehicleran into a ditch.

While traveling at 75 mph noticedvehicle swaying, and hearda loud noise. Consumer pulled over andnoticed a blowout. Please provide further information.

Firstone wilderness at tire failed.nlm

Consumer went to a firestone dealer to have new tires put on. After leavingpassenger's rear tire blewout.consumer was traveling 60mph in a 1998, ford explorer. Tire size p235/75r15 dot# please fill in.

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer p235/75r15, size dot#: nvhl.tread on three of the tires started to separate along the sidewall.

Original equipment on a1998 explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#:w2hl. Tread is crackingalong the sidewall.

Firestone, wilderness at tires, p235/70r16, dot unknown, replacement tires with 12000 miles on a 1996, jeep, grand cherokee.while driving 60-70 mph right rear tire had tread separation. No accident.

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer, p235/75r15 ,dot#:w2hl.all four tires have spot cracks on the tread.

Pe00020 ;tire tread separation.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1998, ford, explorer, tire size p23575r15, dot number not available. Consumer has noticed that both rear tires' treadseparated fromsidewall.please provide any further details.

Replacement tires 235/75r15, w2, (r) front tire bubble up and separated when consumer put air in the tire, after replacing a flat.

Reporting cracks notice in front of tire, approx 1/2 inch around the treads; firestone notified and informed that tire was not recall and they would replace at a prorate charge. Please provide any further details:

Pe00020, 1997, mountaineer, p23575r15, dot vmhl. All of the tires have cracks along the tread and sidewall which seemd thattread might peel off.please provide further information.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: while traveling with driver only in a 1997 ford, explorer, original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Right rear tire experienced a blowout while traveling at 35-40 mph.firestone notified, and informed consumer that tires were out of its warranty in wear, and nothing could be done. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1998, ford ranger, tire size p23570r16, dot number vno802747, tires have 22 thousand miles on them.consumer has noticed all four tire portions oftread was missing fromsidewall. Consumer has contacted firestone and ford. Please provide any further details.

Original equipment on a 1999, silverado, p265/75r16 size. Tread on the right front tireseparated at low speeds.

While driving 70 mph heard a loud noise and pulled over.tread separated fromrear tire on vehicle.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear experienced tread separation while traveling at 35 mph with driver only, in a 1995 jeep wrangler; original equipment; p235/75r15; dot# w2hl1py386. Firestone was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further details:

Tread separation while driving at slow speed, firestone would not cover this tire under recall. I'ver retained possesion of tire and have photos to document the condition. (dot number: w2hlipy386tiresize: p23575r15)

P255/70r16 size dot#: vncd1px345. Original equipment on a1996 explorer. Tread on all four tires has separated.firestone has been notified.

The contact owns a 1976 datsun 620.the vehicle has firestone wilderness at, size 30x9.50xr15 tires (na).while driving 40 mph, the contact suddenly heard a banging sound underneath the vehicle.he then noticed smoke and felt a hard vibration.he exited the vehicle and noticed a 3 ft., 6 inch top section of the tread missing from the front driver side tire.the tire did not lose any pressure so he drove the vehicle home.the failure occurred on may 1, 2008 and the tire has not yet been repaired.the tires were not the original ones that came with the vehicle.the vin and failure mileage were unknown.

Firestone, wilderness at,p255/75r16 size, dot# w2cu.while driving 30mphfront right passenger tire tread separated and lifted up about 5 inches.consumer still has the tires.

Pe-00-040; original equipment on a 2000 ford ranger, tire size p23575r15, dot number not available. Tire vibration coming fromfront end, making it very difficult to steer.consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.

Firestone, wilderness at, p255/70r16, dot unknown, replacement tires on a 1997 ford, f150 , mileage unknown,purchased tires in may of 2000. While driving 35-40 mph front left tire blewout. No assistance from firestone.

P235/r15, dot unknown, original equipment on a 1997, ford truck,explorer xlt, 1st rear right tire belt was coming out of tire, and had to be replaced. Presently,left fronttire had tread separation.

The steering wheel and truck started to shake upon inspection consumer noticed that the firestone wilderness at tire tread separated form the tire but the tire remained inflated (p23575r15).nlm

I would like to discuss with someone the problem that occurred on my vehicle on march 21st .while travelling on a local highway in florida when my car had a blow out at about 60 mph after examining the tire i found that the tread had come apart from the tire .once i sawthis i took the tire to firestone for the second visit to show them the problem .they insisted that the problem was normal for blow outs.i then proceeded to ford to show them the tire who insisted the same thing .i then bought new tires from ford as i was afraid to put my family back in the vehicle. At this point before i discard the tire i would like to have someone from your agency examine this tire. Please contact me as soon as possible. (dot number: w2cutiresize: p255/70r16)

Original on a 2000 explorerp235/75r15. Tread separated from both rear tires. Provide further details.

Pe00020; tire tread separation: while drivng about 65 mph tread separated from sidewall of tire onrear passenger's side. Somehow driver managed to control vehicle. Driver was only person invehicle and was not injured. Tire size p24575r16, original tire equipment, andtire mileage about 5,000 miles. Firestone has been called about the problem.firestone would not talk to consumer. Please list dot # if possible.

Tire blew at freeeway speed. Actual date uncertain. Dealer wrote it off as a road hazard, although the tread had failed. Brought vehicle to safe stop and no injury or damage occurred.vehicle totalled later in 1993 as a result of other driver failing to stop at signal.( dot number: tire size: 225/75:15? )

Tire size p23575r15, dot w2h6, original equipment onford, explorer, 1997 with37,000; experienced tread separation on driver's front tire while driving at highway speeds.

235/75r15, original equipment on a 1997, ford, explorer, 49000 miles, tread separation on right rear tire. Dot unknown.

While driving at 65 mph rear left tire tread separated and blew up.consumer had to pull over . Firestone, wildernesssize# unknown. Dot: unknown. Dealer was notified.

Originalequipment on a ford, expedition, 1999, p25570/r16bsw a/s.tires were splitting, and t front left tire was cracked more than the other tires.consumer caught a flat, and didn't run over anything. There was a 4inches long.

Original equipment on a 1997, explorer, p255/70r16 size . Tread on all four tires are wearing unevenly.

Pe 00 020/ tire tread separation: while at a stop light, a passer by vehicle notified driver of a probelm withrear tire. Pulled vehicle over and noticed right rear tire experienced a tread separation while still inflated on a 1996 ford, explorer; original equipment, p255/75r16, dot# unavailable. Firestone notified, and informedconsumer that tire was not covered under recall, and that they would prorate the tire at 50%. Tirewas available for analysis. Please feel free to provideany further details.

I was traveling on interstate 287 north at approximately 65 mph when i felt rattling and my vehicle starting shaking. Moments later, the tire exploded. I lost control of the vehicle for a few seconds, was able to gain control and move the vehicle safely on to the shoulder. The sidewalls remained on the rim, however the entire tread separated.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:notice cracks around the tread of the tires while parked, on a 1998 ford explorer (original equipment; dot# vnhl1py507; p235/75r15)tire available for analysis. Please provide any further details:

Pe00020; original equipment on a 1998 ford, expedition. While driving at about 70 milesfront left tire exploded.

While driving two of the firestone wilderness at tire treads separated causing blowouts. *mjs

Two of my firestone tires have cracks in between the tread.with what has been going on with firestone and ford this make me feel very uncomfortable.most of the tires all around my size have been dealt with which make the situation worse.i have contacted firestone and they have acted like they could care less, but i think the problem should be dealt with before something happens.i take care of my vehicle like it is my child and for something to happen that isnt my fault and for the manufacturer to act as they do doesnt make me feel to well.how should i deal with this? (tiresize: p25570r16)( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

Pe00020, with about 20,000 miles, p25570r16, passenger's rear tire tread completely peeled off, which almost caused a crash.at 20,000 miles with a new set,driver's rear tread peeled off which may cause a crash. Contacted firestone, and firestoneclaimed that it was not part ofrecall.please provide further information.

Pe00020; original equipment on a ford explorer limited, 1998, p235/75r15.all 4 tires, when looking from the side, 3 quarters of an inch down from outer tread there was crack that consumer could move with finger, thatwent around the whole tire.

All 4 tires showing signs of tread separation. Not a part of the original firestone recall. Have replaced all 4 tires with a set of goodyear wrangler ats. Still have possession of the firestone tires as i am trying to heighten the awareness that there may be problems with the wilderness at tires from other firestone plants other than decatur, illinois and hopefully get some type of reimbursementfor having defective tires. (dot number: vnhl1py176tiresize: p235/75r15)

Original tire on a ford, explorer, 1998, p235/75r15 all 4 tires have evidence of tire separation. It looks like they have little splits all the way in certain places.

Original equipment on a 1997 explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: vnhl. Tread is separating from all five tires. Firestone and ford have been notified.

Pe00-020; after market with less than 10,000 miles, tires size 23575r15, dot vhhl. Consumer noticed tread separation , a crack linebetween the sidewall and the tread of tire.also,consumerheard noise between tire and the rim.

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer p235/75r15, dot#: vdhl. Tread on the left rear tire separated at highway speeds, causing damage tovehicle.

There was a split down the tread about 12" long. (tiresize: p225/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p225/75r15 )

Tire failure.*la

P225/70r15 size original equipment.while driving at highway speedsfront right tread separated .

Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15 , dot h4 , original equipment on a 1997, ford explorer xlt with 52000 miles.front right tire is showing signs of tread separation.

After market tire p235/70r16 size. Tread separated on three tires on separate occasions.

Two of my 4 tires had tread separation but the problem was caught before total failure occurred.tire replacement happened 2 days before the recall was first announced.my family and i were lucky not to be victims but we still experienced the failures.both ford and firestone refuse to reimburse me for any part of my replacement costs.i have other documentation and a letter that i will gladly share if contacted.i am not even seeking full reimbursement but something other than a "you don't qualify because you replaced your tires 2 days before the announcement" is in order.regardless of miles, my tires still had over 1/2 inch tread and the two rear tire treads separated from the belts.more than anything i am thankful for my family's survival from what could have been tragic but was averted before total failure.thank you.

Replacement tire on a chevrolet pickup 1997,w2hl,p23575r15.left front drivers side had a 5 inch piece of tread missing.

Pe00020; original equipment 1997 explorer, tire size p23575r15,dotvnhl1py356. All four tires have cracks around tread and sidewall which may indicate that tire tread may separate.firestone inspected the tires and saidtires were not safe. But, firestone will not replace the tires because they were not part ofrecall.please provide further information.

Original equipment onford, expedition, 1999 with 60,000 miles, tire size p25570r16. All 4 tires have developed cracks alongoutside edges of tread.

Dot w270, p245/75r16109ms. 4 tires show evidence of severe cracking aroundtread on the edge were it curves around,cracks are less than an inch around the whole tire.

Pe 020 00/tire tread separation: vehicle taken into a firstone center for repairs, and informed by a firestone technician that both front and rear left tires were experiencing sign of tread separation, and refused to help because tires were not covered underrecall on a 1999, ford, expedition; original equipment,firestone, wildernesss at,size p255/70r16, dot# w2co1rd209.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Pe20020;original tires on a 1996, ford explorer, p25570r16, dot vncu. All four tires were separating where the tread meets the sidewall.

Rear tires had 35,000 miles on them, and they blew, tread completely separated.

Original tires on a ford, explorer sport, 1998. P25570r16, dot vncu1px. Consumer while drying off wheels after washing consumer noticed cracks on all 4 oftires, and felt they were unsafe to drive on.

Complete tread seperation/shredded with dealer documentation also i presently see evidence of another starting to seperatealso with the number dot w2hl. ( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer p235/75r15, dot#: vnhl. Right rear tire tread separated at 65mph, causing damage to the rim.

While driving 30mphtread separated fromfront left tire. Tire has been replaced.

Tire separated in july 2000. Fortunately, tire did not blow. I replaced all 4 tires at a cost of $473.56. I purchased four firestone wilderness at tires for my ford explorer on july 5, 2000, to replace the firestone widerness at tires that came with the vehicle. I wrote a letter to firestone on august 11, 2000, no acknowledgement or reply. I submitted a claim form to firestone on august 24, 2000, all i get is a run around. I wrote to ford motor company on september 15, 2000, a ford customer service rep called me to acknowledge receipt of the letter, and gave me the 800 number for firestone, and said it is not ford's problem. On september 23, 2000, i went to a firestone dealer in wycoff, nj, they put my name on a list and said they would call me when replacement tires come in. All i get is a run around, neither firestone, nor ford will take any responsibility for this fiasco. All i want now is one thousand dollars, to reimburse me for the tires i bought in july, and allow me to purchase goodyear tires for the explorer that now sits in my driveway. Thank you, john p. Weindler. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

Rubber is getting dry due to ozone deterioration which is causingtread to slowly separate.dealer says it is normal.

Pe00020, orignal equipment 1998 ford ranger, tire size p23575r15, front passenger'stires and the rear passengers' tires are having cracks, and steel coming throughtire in between the tread, which may cause a problem.firestone said it was problem,but unable to assist because they were not part of the recall. Please provide further information.

Vehicle was parked. Was informed cracks aroundtire, near the tread and casing. Tread was starting to separate. Tread was still good. Not original equipment. Has 10,000 miles on tires. 1996, chevrolet, suburban, ft ltex a/t tuolps 245/75r16.

Original equipment on a 2000,explorer, p235 size. Tread separated at highway speeds.

Pe 020 000/tread separation: right rear tire experiencedvibration while traveling at 70 mph with driver and two passengers in a 1997, ford, explorer: original equipment, tire size p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Firestone notified, and tirewas available for analysis.please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Had 10 flat tires, and tread separation on two tires, less than a year after buying the tires. Tires are literally falling apart. Have replaced them recently, out of fear for my life using them. Firestone refuses to discuss a reimbursement for my costs. (dot number: 8xhltiresize: 235-15)

Firestone, wilderness at, p265 75 r15, replacement tires mounted on a 1994, toyota, 4 runner. While driving at 35 mphback left had some tire separation. Tire was not flat, justtread was gone. It was a hot day.

While traveling at 50-55 mph experienced a vibration/right rear tread separation on a 1993, ford aerostar, aftermarket equipmentinstall at 77,000 miles, p215/70r14, and dot# w2hyawao9.vehiclesustained rear end body damage.firestone notified. Please provide further details.

Original tire on a 1997, mercury, mountaineer, p235/75r15, two front tires had tread separation and deflated, there were no injuries.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear tire experienced a tread separaton while traveling at highway speed of 60-65 mph with driver only in a 1996 ford explorer,original equipment, p235/75r15, and dot# unavailable. Please provide further details.

While driving 20mph on dry road conditions consumersrear passenger sidefirestone wilderness ht tire size p20575r15, dot#0217704 experienced a blowout. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Please provide further details.

Firestone tires: uneven, excessive wear; sidewall deformations & splits; noisy and veh pulls to the right.

Driver experienced a tire blowout. Driver managed to regained control of vehicle. Tire size p23575r15.

Conditions: 11am, sunday morning, 65mph, dry interstate pavement, slight incline,wind calm, visibility unlimited, traffic light, minimal truck traffic, traveling in right lane. Situation: the left rear tire failed causing the towed rv trailer to fishtai (dot number: vdhltiresize: p235/75rx1)

Pe-00-020; replacement tires for a 1985 chevrolet, blazer, tire size 325x11.50r15lt, dot number started with vd, tires had less than ten thousand miles on them. When driving at 55 mphpassenger's side rear tire tread separated from the tire, making it difficult to stopvehicle. Also,remaining three tires have all developed cracks around the tread. Please provide any further details.

Unknown dot # at this time. Was told not from decatur plant. Failure was not catastrophic, but tire lost air pressure through crack in tread. Tire was inspected for road damage and none was found. I have tires and receipts. ( dot number: tire size: p235r/15 )

While driving about a high way speed left rear tire deflated then tread separated, damagingfender.consumer kept control of vehicle.this failure had happened twice in september andfirst week of january, p235/75r15, no dot ford, explorer 1997.

I had experienced tread seperation last summer, having the tires replace 9/99 at my expense.the firestone dealer claimed it was due to my wife not driving far enough.they were less than a year old and only had a few thousand miles on them.i have filed many complaints with firestone, but have never heard a thing.as i do not have the tires, i do not know if they are the vds being recalled.the service i have received from the locat firestone dealer has been terrible.and like sears several years ago, claim you need repairs when you don't.example after a year, my headlamp and tail light still work.i have experience similar problems throughout the us with firestone.be hard on them.they need it.( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )

Was driving on i35w heading south in tarrent county texas. Was doing posted speed of 70m/hr and had the tread come off of the back right tire. Vehicle was in 2 wheel drive at this time. Lost control for a breif instant. Got stoped safely, and put on spare tire. Went to dealer to have vehicle checked 2 days later when open. Found alinment was now off. Had allinment fixed. Went to firestone dealer in denton, tx and requested help. Offered to replace tire with a new one. Answer was not acceptable, because replacing one tire would give poor handiling characteristics. Tried e-mailing firestone, got a reply about the recal of the tires that did not afect me.tried calling firestone, said they could not help. I do not feal safe driving my vehicle with firestones on it any longer and am wishing to try to get a different brand of tires to replace them. I can provide pictures of the damaged tire, and e-mail them upon request. (dot number: 8xhltiresize: p23575r15)

Pe-00020; while driving on highway and exiting onto a ramp tread on the right rear tire separated and wrapped around the axle and the emergency braking system. Tire size p22575r15. Please give any further details.

Heard about tires on tv &checked tires. Noticed cracks oninside where tread meets the tire casing. Cracks all around all four tires. Have not been to tire retailer.firestone, wilderness at 30x9.50r15 on 1991, chevrolet, blazer.

All tires were noticed with hair line cracks aroundtread that met the tire mounted on a 1997, mercury mountaineer. Original equipment, p235/74r15, and dot# w2hl.firestone was not notified at this time. Please provide any further details.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:tires was inspected and informed that all tires showed sign of hairs line cracks around the sidewall. Firestone notified, and informed consume rthat tires were not covered under recall. Tires was original equipment on a 1997 ford, explorer; tire size p235/75r15 and dot# w2hl1py366. Also, tires were available for anaylsis; please fill free to provide any further details.

Pe00020, original equipment on1997, ford, explorer, p23575r15, dot w2hl.while driving front end was shaking very hard due tofront driver's tire tread coming off, which almost caused a crash.a week before this incident, firestone checked tires and said the tires were fine.please provide further information.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: left front tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at 30 mph in a 1998, ford, ranger with driver only; original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# w214l1y4271. Fireston notified, and informed consumer that tire was not covered under a recall. Tirewas available for anaylsis.

The firestone wilderness at tires on the vehicle experienced failure on two occasions, the tread separated causing vehicle to have stability problems.*mjs

Pe00020, bought used on 1997, ford, explorer, tire size p23575r15 not part of the recall.while drivingvehicle started swaying from side to sidedue torear passenger's tire tread peeling off, which almost caused a crash.also,rear driver had a crack around the tread which may indicate that tread was about to come off.firestone was not willing to help because it was not part of the recall.please provide further information.

Tire size p235/75r15,dot # vnho with 10,000 miles mounted ona dodge, dakota. Tread separation on right front tire while travling at 70 mph.

Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dot o2, replacement equipment with 35000 miles on a 1995, chevrolet, tahoe. 2 front tires and driver's rear tire showed signs of tread separation.

Vehicle was going 75mph andconsumersaw tread separating onfront driver's tire in 3 different spots.firestone will prorateproblem tire.firestone, wilderness at,aftermarket, size p255/70r16.

My tires were replaced on 7/27/00; just prior to the firestone recall, therefore, they are not available for inspection.my spare is still with the vehicle, however, and it does not bear the vd mark.my tires were replaced due to tread separation and steel showing as evidenced by my inspection as well as the inspection of the technician servicing my car.i would like to receive full reimbursement for the tires purchased as well as have my spare replaced with the same type of goodyear tire. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020, original equipmenton 1997 explorer, tire size p23575r15 inch dot w2hl. Rear driver's tire tread came off which almost cause a crash.contacted firestone, but wont assist because it was not part ofrecall.please provide further information.

Original equipment on a 1998 ranger . Tread on all four tires separated at minimal speeds.firestone has inspectedtires.

A flat tire at 40 mph with driver only in a 1999 ford ranger with original equipment ,p245/75r16, dot# w270.please provide any further details.

At 50,379 miles, the left front tire delaminated (ie, the entire tread came off the tire in one piece) while traveling on the freeway. There was no accident or injuries. It, and the other three, are oe firestone wilderness at p265/75r15 112s m+s tires which were mounted on the truck when purchased new in july 1997. *la

Pe00-020; tire size p23575r15, not included in recall with 32,000 miles on ford explorer . Consumerwas experiencing bad vibration and a winding noise when driving over 40 mph .

Had tires checked at firestone retailer & problem of tread separation from the casing was found.left & right rear & the right front tires had more tread separating than the left front. Not original equipment on 1993, jeep, wrangler. Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15,dot hyhl11y508 with 20,000 miles.

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#wshl.tread has started to separate on all fourtires.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: noticed hairline cracks aroundsidewall, where the tread met, and was able to see the steel belts coming through the tires. Firestone notified, and tire available for analysis. Please feel free to provide any further details.ak

Belts on the tire are starting to come apart on all 4 tires. (dot number: 109s m/stiresize: p255/70r16)

P225/75r15 siz, dot#: w2hh. Right rear tire tread separated at 10mph.

While tires were serviced at dealer noticed tread separation,tires were not part of recall. P23575r15vnhl. Please provide further information.

All for tires showing signs of tread separation.hairline crack around all tires between tread and sidwall.firestone will not refund replacement costs.these tires should be recalled as well.( dot number: vnhlidy387 tire size: 15 )

Tread started coming off3 tires while driving at 20mph inrain. Vehicle hit alamp post.

Pe00020, orginial equipment on1999, toyota, 4 runner, p25575r16. Passenger's reartire tread separated which may have caused a crash.on jan 15, 2000 with 5,500 miles,passenger's rear tread separated. Firestone contacted, and said it was not part ofrecall.please provide further information.

Dt*: the contact stated recall letter # 01x001000 for the tires: tread/belt was received from bridgestone/firestone for the tires on the 1994 ford explorer.the paperwork was returned to the manufacturer for the refund, but the refund was denied.

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer p235/75r15,size dot#: vnhl.tread on the right rear tire separated.

Consumer purchased a used 1995, ford, explorer and had to change all 4 tires due to tread separation. P255/70r16, dot# vncu1pl consumer can't make outlast 3.is keepingset just in case it is recalled.

Steel belts exposed through sidewall.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I had tire blowout while driving at aprox.55-60 mph. Vehicle veered from the road .tire shows signs of tread separation in an area about 8 inches long that runs along the sidewall and raps about 1/3 of the way across the tire. The tire was a right rearwilderness at.(dot number: w2hltiresize: p235 75 15)

While driving 40 to 45mphfront right tires tread separated and caused a head-oncollision. Driver side swiped a state trooper, and hit a tow truck head-on.

The firestone wilderness at 225/70r15 tires have experienced cracks in the area between the sidewall and tread.*mjs

I have 3 tires on recall list the 4th has a w2 dot but it shows signs of cracking worse then those on the recallfirestone says to just wait to see if they are included but this is a very unsafe tire and so i have it sitting in the backyard - what are you doing on expanding to all wilderness they have started recalling the 16" tires from dot w2 but why not the 15" (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

While traveling 35 mph and without any indication tire separation.please provide further informaton.

Dot#vnhl;while looking/checking tires noticed tread cracks. Please provide further information.

Pe00020, original equipment 1997 mercury, moutaineer, p23575r15, dot vnhl.all of the tires except for spare tire have a hairline cracks alongtread andsidewall, tread may separate.firestone saidtires on this vehicle were no part of the recall, or advisory. But will changetire in 10 months.please provide further information.

Had a flat at 30 miles per hour... Outer wall separated from tire (dot number: 427tiresize: p215/70r14)

Part of the tread separated from the casing. The firestone dealer said at the time it was a " road hazard, that you must have ran over something."and charged me for a new tire to replace it. I know i didn't run over anything, but at the time what was i going to do? now that i'm hearing about the recall, i thought i should let someone know it's not just the 15" tires.( dot number: ? tire size: p2357016 )

Right rear tire experienced a blowout while traveling at hwy speed of 65-70 mph only the driver in a 1994 ford ranger (original equipment; p265/75r15; dot# unavailable) no injury reported; feel free to provide any further details.

While traveling about 40mph on the highway, without prior warning the driver side tire tread separated. Please fill in any additional information. Dealer was made aware of the problem.the tire isp2657516 firestone wilderness #at.*ph

Original equipment on a 1993, explorer p235/75r15 size dot#: vdhl. Consumer has contacted ford and firestone about replacement tires under recall .there is a waiting list in his area. Conumer states that the tread is separating from the tire.

There are two differant dot # on four tires .i am almost certain that the dealer will replace the tires for me. But firestone dealer was contacted and refused to even look at the tires. Gmc dealer says there are belts that are separated in the tires.doton two tires are vn73 the other two are w273. (dot number: vn73-w273tiresize: 265/75r/16)

I have firestone wildeness at tires made in canada.i took the tires to the firestone dealer for inpection.the technician told me that the tires are @ a early stage of tread separation. Eventhough, my wildeness at tires are made in canada and not part of a recall,they have the tread separation problems.( dot number: tire size: 235-75-15 )

The vehicle has experienced multiple failures of the recall component (00t-005) which have resulted in blowouts prior to notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement. *mjs

Husband noticed that 2001 chevy silverado equipped with firestone wilderness at p265/75r16tires was pulling to the right...upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed tread separation on right side front tire. Brought vehicle to firestone, they refused toinspect tire and they refused to replace tires. Although tire is defective they are not concerned with my particular tire since it was not on a ford vehicle and not part of the tire recall a few years back. Tire that is falling apart was replaced with a full sized spare tire until new tires can be purchased.

Original equipment on a 2000, f150, p235/70r16 size.tread separated fromsidewall and disintegrated. Dot #8x08 1rc 0300

Firestone, wilderness, p265/70r17, dot unknown, original equipment on 2000, ford, expedition,while driving 50 mph in cold climate rear right tire had tread separation.

While traveling vehicle was riding rough. Consumer had vehicleserviced, techniciannoticed tread separated. Please provide further information.

Original equipment on a mercury, mountineer 1999, dot w2hd, p23575r15. All 4 tires above the white raised letteringcracked so badly that one can see the white inside. Consumer concerned that tread may separate.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: notice a 1 inch cracks down fromthe top of the tread to the sidewall while parked on a 1997 mercurymountaineer (original equipment; dot# vnhlo27477; p235/75r15) condition appear on all four tires; firestone notified. Please feel free to provide any further details:

Left rear tire tread separated.firestone wilderness at tires.

Pe00020; original equipment on a 1999 ford, explorer.all four tires have been rotated and balancedon numerous occasion due to premature and uneven wear, tire size p23575r15, dot w2hl1p4249 not included in recall.please give any further details.

Original equipment on a mercury mountineer 1998., p235/75r15 tires were made in canada.

One tire has split in tread 60% of circumference.others have smaller cracks/splits.( dot number: vn08 tire size: p23570r16 )

Original tire on a ford, expedition, 1999. Consumer took tire in for a small nail in rear passenger's side,. Priorto this, consumer replaced 2 of the original tires. Along the crown of tire, there was a little slpit atthe tread, looked like it was splitting on the inside of tire.

Going 75 mph. On i40 30 miles west of albuquerque nm. Felt a bump or bubble in front end. Three seconds later the front tire( a 16" firestone ,wilderness at blewout) put the spare on and limped to a truck stop. Wife was mentally effected.

#p23575r15; while looking over tiresnoticed tread separation. Please provide further information.

These tires, although not recalled, show a circumferential crack at the lateral edge of the tread line.no accident involved and i replaced the tires voluntarily with another brand.these tires need to be investigated and possibly recalled - they show the same premature wear pattern as the recalled tires that were presented on dateline nbc.thank you.( dot number: vnhl tire size: 235/75r15 )

The firestone wilderness at tires on the vehicle experiencing crack lines on the tread line, tires are not included in the firestone recall.*mjs

Afetr market tire p235/75r15 size. Tread hadseparated on all four of the tires.

Have a split located between the center tread that is vertical between the tread but not in the thick part of the tread. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p23575r15)

Had to replace all 4 tires on vehicle after 14,888 miles - signs of tread separation on two of the tires - vehicle purchased and licensed in arkansas but being driven by son in navy stationed at afb in oklahoma city.vehicle purchased in late spring of 2000 -- lots of miles (avg. Nearly 800 miles per week) mostly on highway at speeds of 70 mph.when son brought home had to hold steering wheel tightly with two hands at all times to adequately maintain control of vehicle.called local firestone dealer to inspect and they refused since tires were not part of recall so had all tires replaced.am currently storing replaced tires in garage pending some sort of adjustment / replacement.ford dealer agreed tires needed to be replaced but did not offer any assistance. (dot number: 8xhl1py389tiresize: p235/75r15)

Pe00-020,original equipment on ford, explorer, 1997 with 43000 miles.while driving at approximately 60 mphtire blew suddenly. Vehicle wobbled seconds before incident. Aaa noticed that the tread had just peeled apart. Please providefurther information.

Pe20020; original tires on a ford, explorer, 1997, p23575r15. All 4 tires are showing signs of dry rot on the side wall this is the first sign of tread separation, mechanic says these tires may come apart.

A blowout while traveling on a gravel road at 15 mph with driver only in a 1998 ford explorer, original equipment, p255/70r16, and dot# unavailable. Feel free to provide further details.

The tires were puchased 04/03/01 and had approximately 8,000 miles of use. The driver's side front tire separated tread traveling at 65 mph on interstate 20/59. There was no accident or injury involved.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:left rear experienced a blowout/ tread separation while traveling at 25 mph, with driver only in a 1999 gmc, sierra, original equipment, p265/75r16, dot# w273wma139. Firestone was not notified at this time. Please provide any further details.

Firezstone, wilderness at tires p235/75r15, dot w2, replacement equipment with 20000 miles on a 1995, chevrolet, s10 blazer. During wheel alignment mechanic noticed tread separation on front right tire.

While driving about 55mph right rear tire tread separated, causing a blowout.these tires were not under recall.

I am hopeful that the nhtsa will examine and place a warning on these tires, because i feel the are unsafe.i had an incident where one of the tires blew out from the side at a moderate speed (35-45mph) for no reason.the service tech at the tire dealer that i went to examinded the tire, and could find no punctures or leaks.the other 3 tires were all at the proper air pressure, so he told me that he couldn't see any reason why this tire blew out, and that it was just a bad tire.this all happened way before any public claims regarding problems with firestone tires were made, so he wasn't being prejudiced.i feel very unsafe due to the fact that i am still driving on 3 of these tires.the 235-sized tires made from the same plant were included in your warning, so i don't understand how the 255's could be any safer, simply because they are 2 cm wider.do those 2 cm mean that the tire was made properly?i doubt it.well i would like to thank you for all the work you have already done in this matter, and i hope you will continue to bring matters like these to the publics attention.please help me before the rest of them blow up!thank you -- jeremy.( dot number: w2 tire size: p255/70r16 )

While having vehicle serviced technician noticed tire tread separation. Please provide further information.

As i was turning into a parking lot, my tire went flat.upon inspection of the tire it was discovered the tread is pealing off.there are two long parallel cracks approx 2-3 inches apart in the center of the tire. The tread between is peeling off and the belt treads are pushing out. If feel this is a manufacturing defect.with all the lives that have been lost from these tire defects i cannot rest until all my firestone tires are replaced with another brand.i will be contacting a ford dealer tomorrow in hopes of getting clearance to get these tires changed right away before someone dies.if i had been travelling faster my son and i could have been killed like all the others.i have a husband and 3 children to think about. (dot number: w2t61re318tiresize: r265s7or17)

Firestone, wilderness at,p265/75r16, original tires on a chevrolet, silverado, 1999. While traveling at 65 mph driver heard a rumbling noise. Driver pulled over, and noticedrubber had come off ofright rear tire.please provide any further information.

Tread began to separate from tire (crack extends around entire circumfrence of tire).( dot number: w2 tire size: p23575r15 )

Original equipment on a 1998, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot# vdhl. Tread onleft rear tire separated at highway speeds, causingdamage tovehicle.

While having tires servicedtechnician noticed tread separation. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide further information.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 2000 ford, expedition, tires are 17 inches,dot number not available, tires have 45 hundred miles on them. When driving and upon hitting a puddle in the road surfacevehicle hydroplaned/ pulled to either left or right. Consumer has contacteddealer. Please provide any further details.

I had my tires inspected at two reputible tire dealerships and both have indicated that all four tires have evidence of tread separation and have recommended immediate replacement and highly suggested not to operate the vehicle at highway speeds.all of the tires have cracks at the treadline, some wide enough to place a penny into.i have letters from both tire dealerships outlining this problem as well as photos of the cracks.i understand that this particular tire has already been recalled in venezuala, however has not been added to firestone's current us recall list.i contacted firestone consumer affairs div.about this concern and received no assistance.in turn they referred me to my local ford dealer who basically told me there was nothing they could do since this tire wasn't on the recall list.these tires are in bad shape and need to be replaced.knowing that this size tire is experiencing the same problem and not included with firestone's recall concerns me greatly. Thank you for your attention with this safety issue.( dot number: w2cu1px505 tire size: p255 70r16 )

Was driving 55-65mph& heard noises. Pulled to side & checked tires. Noticed that left rear tire had a crack all the way around, near the tread & casing. First took vehicle to ford & mechanic checked it for recall in decatur. Then, took it to independent tire shop. Mechaniccould feelsteel belt coming out oftire. Tirewas on order from ford. Ford, explorer, p235/75r15 with 42,000 miles.

Pe-00-020; tire size p23575r15, dot number not available. Tires were not manufactured in the decatur, assembly plant. Tires only have 15 thousand miles on them. After having a routine oil check inspector noted 1 out of the 4 tires, right front tire belt, split in the middle.also, the left front is experiencing excessive wear in the middle portion of the tire. Firestone agreed to replace the belt split tire only. Please provide any further recall.

The vehicle's firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 tires are showing signs of separation, however only one of the tires is included in the recall, owner is not satisfied with current recall and it may take up to 6 months to obtain replacement tires through recall replacement. *mjs

While traveling andwithout any indication tire had a blowout. Please provide further information.

Pe00-020; original equipment on a 1999, ford, ranger, dot number not available, 15 thousand miles of wear on the tires. Two different incidents when driving 70-75 mph and driver's side andpassenger's side tires blew out fromrim. Please provide any further details.

Tire failure.new vehicle with less than 3,000 miles.front passenger side tireblew out.tire was replaced by firestone at no charge.firestone personelmaintain that driver ran over something and failure was caused by puncture.the size of the hole in the tread not consistent with that theory.

Firestone wilderness at tire p265/75r16 114s on a 2001 dodge ram crew cab 4wd vehicle - tread came off of tire at 55 mph.

Tire blowout, with complete tread separation- i have the tire(s) and the separted tread in my posession, it is available for evaluation. (dot number: vdw8tiresize: lt26575r16)

Pe00020, bought used on a 1998, ford explorer, tire size 23575r15, dot h2hv. All four tires have cracks on the side of the tread which seems that the tread may peel off.ford inspected the tire and said it was not safe to drive on, but firestone will not replace the tires.please provide further information.

The consumer received recall notification regarding (00t-005), however the firestone dealerships did not know how to handle the recall, consumer is requesting reimbursement for purchasing tires at another dealership. *mjs

P225/75r15 after market tires.tread separated at highway speeds, resuling in a collision. Tires have been replaced, and the replacement tires have started to separate.

Original tires on the 97 ford explorer has cracks in all 4. Tires p235/75r15. Dot#w2hl396. Tire dealer stated that sales firestone refused to replace the tire because it wasn't on recall.

While driving about 55 mphright rear tire had a loss of air. Then, found out that tire had a tread separation.ford, explorer, 1998, p-255/70r16.

Firestone,wilderness at,31x10.5r15lt 1090, dot unknown, replacement equipment with 35000 miles on a 1992, jeep, cherokee.while driving 15-20 mphleft rear tire had tread separation where tread met sidewall.

While driving 60 mph heard a popping noise andstarted to slow down. Then,heardsomething hittingbase of car. Tread came off tire. Size 23575r15, dot# 8xhl1py3900. Had tires replaced on aug 16, 2001.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1994, ford, explorer, tire size p23575r15, dot number not available. Consumer has replaced all five tireswhich were defective when driving. Consumer noticed vibration in the front along with other signs.firestone has only refundedconsumer one hundred dollars. Please provide any further details.

P255/70r16 size.tread on all four of the tires are separating. 2tires, dot# vncu and the otherw2cu.

Belt and tread separation noted while refueling.replaced tire.no response from ford or firestone on defective tire. (dot number: vndl1px239tiresize: p255/70r16)

Tread completely separated.(dot number: w2ul awntiresize: p205/75r15)

On april 25, 2003, i was driving to kansas city, mo. From tulsa, ok. On i-44. Pursuant to the posted speed limit, i was travelling at or near 75 m.p.h. There was only myself and my dog in the car. Suddenly, there was a loud noise from the back of my car, a 1993 ford bronco. Actually, it sounded more like an explosion. The car immedeatly went up on two wheels towards a barricade. I tried to correct it and lost control the other direction. The dog, a one hundred pound lab, was thrown into the front seat. I thought i was going to get killed and shut my eyes. When i opened them, i was perpindicular to traffic on the interstate. I regained my composure and pulled to the side of the road. I got out to investigate the anamoly and found a firestone wilderness at, size: 31x10.5, dot #vd60 aw3 497. With the tread 3/4 detached. The muffler was smashed, the wheel well was shoved into the back seat well past the point where it was when i had last observed it. The electrical system (i.e. Brake lights and tail lights) was inoperable. I put a spare on the car and had it changed a few harrowing hours later after driving on the shoulder for some time at 25 m.p.h. As i had no idea what type of structural damage may have occured. I did wait for a state trooper for some time but none showed. I still maintain possession of the tire.

Tires have experienced one blowout and three flats, two flats occurred onsame tire within six months.firestone notified, and informed consumer that tires were not covered under warranty on a 2000 ford, expedition; original equipment, p255/70r16, dot# unavailable. Please provide any further details.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:right rear tire experienced a blowout while traveling at hwy speed 0f 65 mph with driver only, in a 1997 ford,mountaineer, original equipment, p235/75r15; dot# w2l. Vehicle received rear end body damages and firestone notified. Please provide any further details.

The rear passenger tire experienced tread separation.

My sister took her vehicle into audubon ford for routine service and because it was pulling to the right.the mechanic told her that the tread on the tires was separating and the tires needed replaced. She then took the vehicle to sam's club automotive for a second opinion. They concurred and she bought 5 new tires. This was 3 days before she was officially notified by ford of the tire recall.she went to firestone in new orleans and explained to them the problem.she was told they would not reimburse her because: the tires were replaced 3 days before she was notified, sam's club might have sold the tires taken off the vehicle, she could not produce the tires for them, and she did not know the numbers on the side of the tires.this is bull. Ford can tell by their records what tires were on the vehicle and where they came from. Firestone can also check with the selling dealer's mechanic to verify there was a problem with the tires. Are you supposed to use a defective product until the recall starts and hope you don't die because of it? thank you in advance for your help in this matter. (tiresize: p23570r16)( dot number:tire size: p23570r16 )

Tread separated from the left front .

Pe00020 ;tire tread separation: after truck was handling the way it should, consumer pulled to the shoulder of road. At the time the right front and right rear tire went flat. Tire size p26575r15, dot # w2v1pk. Original tire equipment on a 79, ranger. Tire mileage 34,000 miles.firestone was called about the tires. Please provide any further information.

Original equipment on a ford, explorer, 2000. Tire size p23575r15, dot number not available, 39,000 miles ontires. While driving 30 mphtread separated onfront passenger's sideplease give any further details.

Original equipment on a 1999, explorer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: w2.there is a crack beneathtread on the right front tire.ford has been notified.

Tire size 23575r15, dot w2hl, original equipment onford, explorer, 1997 with 37,000 miles. Tread separation on driver's front tire while driving at highway speed. Please provide further information.

1997 mountaineer firestone tire separated while driving.the consumer was informed that he would be reimbursed for the tires that he replaced.

The firestone wilderness at tire experienced tread separation and blowout which caused damage to the vehicle.*mjs

While traveling on the highway and without prior warningpassenger rear tire tread separated from the wheel.firestone, wilderness at, p25570r16.

While driving 75 mph consumer noticed a loud noise flowing the vehicle and it was jerking. Consumer saw a largechunk of tire fly away from vehicle. Consumer pulledover to inspectvehicle and noticed that the left rear tire treadseparated. P225/75r15.

Pe 020 00/tire tread separation: notice tread separationwhile replacing a tire on a 1997, ford, explorer; original equipment, tire size p235/75r15, dot# w2hl. _firestone notified, and informed consumer that tire was not covered under recall. Tirewas available for analysis.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Pe-00-020; tires were purchased for a gmc suburban, tire size p26575r15, dot number not included, tires have 20 thousand miles on them.when driving70 mph left rear tread becameseparated six inches across. Tires have been replaced. Please provide any further details.

Pe00-020; tire size p23575r15, dot vdhl lpy308, original equipment with ford explorer, 1998 with 24,800 miles,consumer had been complaining aboutcracks and vibrationin tires right beforerecall was issued. Consumer took vehicle to firestone, but would not replace it. Consumer noticed one tire had a patch covering over a defect which had a hole that had come directly from the manufacturer.2 of the 4 tireshadinside of the rubber coming out in chunks.

P265/75r16, dot w2, mileage unknown, passenger's front tire and right rear tire went flat due to splits on tread, going up on sidewall as well.

Pe-00020; tire size p24575r16 ;all four tires on a 1999 ford, ranger are cracking were the tread begins. These areoriginal equipment purchased on this vehicle.please give any further details.

I own ford explorer sport w/p255/70/r16 wilderness a/t owl tires.one week before the time recall i had to have right rear tire patched.the tire company told me to take the tires back to firstone due to the fact that there were stress cracks forming between the wheel & tread.i took them to firestone dealer & he put me on a list telling me that my tires were not a recall.2 weeks later i called to tell him the cracks looked worse.he said bring explorer in on tues. & we will replace them.they did replace 4 (not the spare) with no questions & no argument.what is going to happen to the spare tire down the line when the tire problem is forgotten?it will get the stress cracks since it came with the other 4 tires. I sent an e-mail sept. 1, 2000, reguarding this matter, to nhtsa.dot.gov.thank you.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r16 )

Left front firestone wilderness at tire belt came loose (broke) while driving causing a loud thumping noise.nlm

Consumer states while traveling 55 mph, vehicle left front tire blew out due to tread separation. The blowout resulted in damage to the fender, lights and bumper.the consumer requested reimbursement was all expenses related to the tire failure.*ph*nlm

Pe00020, original equipment on 1998 explorer, tire size p25570r16.driver reartire tread peeled off which almost cause a crash.firestone not willing to help because it was not part of the recall.please provide further information.

Pe00020; original equipment on a ford, explorer, 2000 limited, p25570r16 65,109sms. It was the left rear tirethat disintegrated at 50 mph. Tire just blewout and nothing was left.

Consumer complaint concerning the firestone wilderness tire.the consumer was denied reimbursement for the spare tire because the tire was not replaced by an authorized dealership.

By visual inspectiontread is starting to separate on all four tires. Tires are original equipment on vehicle.

Although these tires were not included in the recall, the tread on all four tires was beginning to separate and i had to replace all four tires. (dot number: w2hlipytiresize: 235-75-15)

Was driving 60-65mph whenvehicle started to vibrate. Pulled over to check it out. Noticedright rear tire had lost its tread.tire was bald in middle.2000, ford, ranger,p245/75r16 with 15,000 miles. Dot code vd70.

Original equipment on 1999, explorer, p235/75r15 size . Treadonright rear separated at highway speeds. Dealer has been notified.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: reporting two tires needed replacement due to hair line cracks around the sidewall , right front & left rear,on a 1998, mercury, mountaineer, original equipment, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Please fell free to provide further details.

2 front tires are showing signs of separation where tread meets sidewall.

Firestone wilderness at tire - tread separated on freeway

Tires was inspected on a 1998, mercury, mountaineer; original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# w2hl. Informed that all tires show signs of tread separation. Firestone was notified, and informed consumer that they were not covered under recall. Tire available for anaylsis. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Pe00-020; while driving about 20 mph left front tire had a blowout. Consumer lost control of vehicle, driving offroad, and was involvedin a rollover accident. Ford, explorer, 1996.

Ea00023; tire tread separation:two of out four tires are starting to melt to seam line. Tire size p26570r17. Original equipment tire on a 1999, expedition. Tire mileage 18,881. Firestone was called about the tires. Owner was told to call nhtsa. Please list dot # if possible.

Tires built in joliete quebec not subject to recall but all 4 showed tread separation at tread/sidewall meeting point. Ford dealer determined tires unsafe and replaced all 4 tires w/o charge after firestone refused. (dot number: vntiresize: p235/75r15)

Consumer has a19 97 ford, explorer.both rear tires had cracks around the tire.firestone service center looked at the tires & toldconsumer that the dot # didn't match. Tire size p235/75r15, dot# w2hl1py356.original tires with 50,000 miles.

I reviewed blowout/failure data and saw a large number of w2hl tires that failed, i am not convinced these tires are any better than the vdhl recalled tires and want the recall to be widened to include the tires made at the wilson, north carolina plant, as they seem to have an unacceptable failure rate. ( dot number: w2hl tire size: 235 75 r15 )

Tread on 3 of the tires have worn, leaving a torn circle around the tire, causing separation of the tread.ford says the tires need replaced.these tires are not included in recall.

While driving 30mphleft rear tire shredded which caused damage torim.owner had it replaced with another firestone tire.

P225/70r16 on a1996 explorer.all four tires have started to split along the tread.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a ford, expedition 1999, tire size p25575r16, dot number not available. Tires had 30 thousands miles on them.consumer experienced three different incidents with rear tires. 1st incident occurred when driving 50 mph, sidewall area of the tire blewout completely. 2nd and third incidents involved the same type of problem with pieces of tread coming off, the size of a silver dollar. Tires were replaced with the same type of tires.please provide any further details.

The firestone wilderness at tire on the vehicle experienced tread separation.*mjs

My tires had approx. 39,000 on them when i had them checked by a firestone dealer.i was told they were made in canada with the dot code vnhl.i replaced all four tires when i noticed obvious stress cracks where the sidewall meets the tread.i believe this is the same problem that other owners have experienced with their tires.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Nhtsa recall 01x001000 concerning firestone wilderness at tires. Consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed that the parts were not available. It hasbeen three years, and the dealer does not have the parts available.

Whileon a trip traveling through tennessee ona steep mountain pass in heavy rain late at nigh the rear tire on driver's side blew out. Consumer was able to keep vehicle under control while crossing three lanes of heavy tractor trailertraffic. After inspection of the tire it was determined that the inner casing separated from the outer casing. There was still plenty of treadon the tire which did not contribute to the blow out in any way. Two tennessee state police officers agreed that casing separation appeared to be the cause.

While driving at any speed vehiclestarted to shimmy. Tookvehicle to dealership.upon closer inspectionmechanic found thattreadseparated from the tires.this happened on four different occasions with four different tires.

Tread separation was discovered upon inspection for a odd feeling with the tires on my pick up in april of 2000. They were replaced at that time and i was in contract with firstone the next day in regards to this. Final outcome was nothing by firestone,i have been in commection with firestone,since it was in the news and became public info. That they were having a problem,i do have copies of all documentations i had with firestone in regards to this.my tire size was not one that was listed. All four of my tires showed tread separation,all same milage,all had aprox. 5/32,and 6/32 of tread left on tires.no damage to truck,were replaced before that could happen. Please contract me if addition informationis needed. (dot number: w208ipt377tiresize: p235/70r16)

We experienced a blow out on the right front tire and upon examination discoveredtread separation on the left front.both tires were original.these tires are not identified as part of the recall, but were clearly defective.i replaced the two front tires at 40,977 miles and have now purchased 5 new tires. (dot number: p235tiresize: p235/75r15)

While drivingat 35 to 40mph one of the passenger side tire tread separated. These were not part of the recalled tires.

I was concerned about the tires on my explorer and had them checked at the dealer.i was told to replace immediately as the treads were separating.i recently replaced the tires with cooper tires at a cost of $80.00 per tire.i am told that i do not fit under the recall, however, i feel someone should be aware that there are potential problems with the 70r16's.if possible, i would like to be included under the customer satisfaction program for the reimbursement of up to $100.00 per tire.i would not have them replaced if i wasn't told that they were dangerous to be driving on.i have the tires in my possession.thank you for your response.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Replaced firestone 17" tires as a precaution. After removal noticed at lease 2 of the wilderness at tires had unusal tread damage. These tires are not part of the recall but should be.( dot number: vn tire size: p26570r17 )

The vehicle experienced two firestone wilderness at tire blowouts, tires are not included in the firestone recall. *mjs

Consumer has a 1998, ford explorer, the orginal tires with 37,000 miles.front driver's tire treadseparated. The tire size p235/75r15 dot# w2hl.the consumer replaced the tire at his cost.

Notice both front tire are experiencing cracks along the tread mounted to the sidewall on a 1993 ford explorer (aftermarket equipment install at 120,000 miles; dot # w2cu1px496 & dot# w2cu1px248; p255/70r16). Firestone notified and refused to replace them. Please pprodive any further details:

All four tires are showing signs of tread separation on both the inside and outside.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: reporting the right fronmt tire was replace because a cut on the sidewall on a 1999 ford ranger (original equipment; p245/75r16). Please provide any further details:

While driving home from a trip a passing car indicated to me a tire problem.i pulled off the road, called aaa and had my spare put on my ford explorer.about a week later i took the tire in to get it fixed.the manager of the firestone store where i took it called me over after inflating the tire on a stand.the tread had separated from the sidewall of the tire.he called his office who authorized a 50% reduction in replacement tires which i accepted but called firestone to request 100% replacement cost.to date no reply from firestone.concerned that other tires may have this problem.do not have the dot code but do remember that the tires were made in canada. (tiresize: 255/75x16)( dot number:tire size: 255/75x16 )

Thread separation on all four tires.these 16" tires are at the dealership now.moon twp. Ford immediately replaced these tires when i took it in this afternoon.something has to be done to recall the 16" tires as well.this is the state of pennsylvania it is not considered a hot state.another gentleman had the same problem with his ford explorer and his 16 year old daughter was driving.she did lose a tire on the highway in our area just 5 weeks ago and it was also the same tire i am advising you about.please do something before more people lose their live.this country is almost in a panic about these tires.i was only one person who drives 62 miles one way to work every day on these tires.(tiresize: p235/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r16 )

Original equipment onford, ranger, 1999, p23575r15, vdhl. Vehicle swerved to avoid hitting something in the road.about an hour later, front driver's side tire deflated, consumer felt there was something wrong with the tread.

Pe0200020; original equipment on a ford, explorer 2000, p22575r15, dot 8xhl1py0600 for 4 tires, dot 8xhl1ry489 for 1.

Pe00020, with about 40 miles on the tires, tire size p23575r15 did not come out of the vd plant. Rear driver's tire tread came off, which may of cause a crash.firestone was not willing to assist consumer. Consumer bought new firestone tire, but felt unsafe with these tires.please provide further information.

Left front tire was notice dry rottening and cracks in the tread on a 2000 gmc sierra (original equipment; dot# w273whb; p265/75r14), dealer/firestone notified; firestone informed that cracks in the treads was normal. Feel free to provide any further dtials:

While checking tires noticed tread separation. Tireswere not part of recall. Please provide further information.

1995, ford, explorer with original tires, tires size p235/75r15 with 76,000 miles. Consumer had to make a suuden stop and front passenger's tire blewout,skidded into curb.left driver's tire blewout & vehicle flipped over.consumer had no injury. The consumerjust received a notice from firestone,but already got rid of tires.

Pe-00-02; original equipment on a ford explorer 1999, tire size p23575r15, dot number begin with w2, tires have 31 thousands miles on them.w rim . Please provide any further details.

While traveling vehicle vibrated.pulledoverand noticedtread separation. Tires were not part of recall. Tires were firestone firehawk atx (30x9.5r15lt), local dealer replaced all tires at no expense. . *mjs

Reporting a second incident with another tire going flat with t driver only in a 2000, ford, explorer, original equipment, tire size p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

The firestone wilderness at p255/70r16 tire is exhibiting cracks on the base of the tread, tires are not included in the recent recall however experience the same defect.*mjs

Pe-00-020; firestone, wilderness at ii tires, original equipment on a 2000 ford pickup, tire size p23570r16 , dot number 8xo8irc439 with only 14 thousand miles on them. When driving at 65-70 mph left rear tire blewout where the tread met the sidewall. Inner tread belt was rotated.please provide any further details.

Pe20020original tire on a ford explorer, 2001, back driver side tire tread separated about a quarter of an inch, tire deflated, but consumer kept control of the car.

Pe00020, bought useda 1996, ford,explorer, tire size 15inch. All four tires have a crack along the tread and sidewall which may indicate a tread separation. Please provide further information.

#p225r15; while traveling at 65 mph& without any indication tire tread separated, causing a blowout. Please provide further information.

Reporting cracks at the bottom of each tires lugs on a 1999 ford explorer (original equipment; dot# unavailable; p255/70r15). Firestone notified and informed that tires was not mfr's recalls. Please provide any further details:

Pe20020, original equipment on a ford, expidition 1999, 25570r16. Consumer inspected tires and noticeddriver's side front tire 13 inchcrack ed,tread separated.

Separation of tire tread from tire leading to substantial car body damage.ak

Firestone tire original equipment on a 97 mountaineer, p235/75r15, dot: vdhl1py147. While driving 60-65mphtread onleft rear tire separated, causingvehicle to rollover. Passenger was ejected from vehicle and killed. Driver sustained injuries. Vehicle registered to: erik kent.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear tire experienced a tread separation while stillinflated. Whentraveling at 65 mph vehicle commenced to vibrate. Driver,with one passenger was able to pull over the 1994, ford, explorer; aftermarket equipment installed at 73,848 miles, tire size 30x.5lt, dot# vd66aw2248, and noticed tread separating fromtire. Firestone notified, and informed consumer that tire was not onrecall. Tirewas available for analysis. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Reporting flat problem with these tires; 16-18 flats have occur on three out of four tires; and a splite is occurring in the grove of the tread. Dealer/firestone notified.

Pe00-020;after reviewing the information on firestone tires recall, consumer tinspected tires,and foundcracks and separation on the corners of the tires. Firestone, p235/75r15, dot vh.

Tread came off tire. I was able to pull over to the side without damage. I have sent three e-mails to ford, three e-mails to firestone and two e-mails to the dealer with only one form letter reply from ford. I still have two of these tires on my truck. Thank you.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Consumer has a 1997 ford, explorer that had original tires & 2 taken off in 10-98. They were outer round & firestone prorated the tires. On 5-99, 2 additional original tires were replaced & those were also prorated. July 2000, firestone proated another set which happened to be p23575/r15, dot started with vd. A print out was given to the consumer.

While looking over tires consumer noticed tread separation on sidewall of tires. Tires were not part of recall. Please provide further information.

Pe00020,orginial tire on 1997 explorer, tire size 23575r15, dot w2. Rear driver's tire is cracked at tread and sidewall. Consumer can see the steelbelt inside the tire, which the tread separated.

Pe00 020.consumer was traveling 15mph on highway and while approaching a stop sign,right front tire tread separated from the vehicle.he was able to pull over toshoulders. Firestone, wilderness at, p25570r16, fdot w2cu1px.there were no injuries.

I did not follow ford's recommended inflation pressure but kept these tires inflated to 30psig as firestone is now recommending and two of the original tires failed with tread separation anyway.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Consumer has a 1997, ford, explorer that 2 original tires were replaced october 1998, which firestone prorated.

Tread separation/defects all four tires after 7 months. (tiresize: 16)( dot number:tire size: 16 )

Crack lines around circumference of tire where tread meets sidewall.( dot number: vnhl1py028 tire size: p235/75r15 )

16 inches on all four tires. Consumernoticed splits. Dealer has been notified, would not replace no part of recall. Please provide further information.

Pe00020; original tires on a ford explorer, 1994, p23575r15.while driving at 45 mph consumer started to feel vibration, and then back side of vehiclewent down. Consumer pulled over, and the driver's side rear tire rubber had popped off, and it was flat.

Tread separated from tire. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

My wilderness at (p245/75r16) tires are separating at the tread-just like the 15 inch tires that have already been recalled. My husband and i have a four year old daughter and i would like to be reimbursed for replacement tires that we have purchased. Two of the 5 tires are real bad but all are separating @ the tread. I had to purchase new tires before something tragic happened to myself or one in my family. I had no choice! i have contacted several agencies and administrations regarding my tire problem. Can you help me get reimbursed for my wilderness at tires? (i still have the tires even though i bought new ones.) please let me know how to get reimbursed. Thank you so much. (dot number: w270irf338tiresize: p245/75r16)

Pe00020; tire tread separation: while driving about 65 mph,tread separated where the sidewall met the treadon the rear driver's side. Driver was able to keep vehicle under control. Tire size p25570r16.original tire equipment on a 2000, expedition. Tire mileage about 10,000.e-mails have been sent to firestone and ford concerning this matter. Please provide dot # if possible.

Tire tread seperation cracks were tread joins side wall( dot number: vnhi tire size: p235/75r15 )

Original equipment on a 96 explorer p255/70r16.at highway speedsleft rear tire tread separated, causing vehicle damage.

Pe00020; original equipment on 1999, explorer, tire p23575r15, dotw., in cold weather /two feet of snowpasssenger's front tire had a blowout, almost causing a crash.firestone said it was not part of recall.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a ford, explorer, 1997, tire size p23575r15, dot number begin with w2, tires only have 13 thousand miles on them. Consumer has noticed that all four tires are developing cracks on the inside, cracks may be linked to vibration when driving at highway speed.also, passenger's side bearing was packed due to a missing nut. Consume has contacteddealer. Please provide any further details.

Firestone, wilderness, 3110.515; while travelingsaw vehicle vibrating. Consumer pulled vehicle over, and noticed tire separation. Please provide further information.

During highway driving, at the speed limit of 75mph, left rear tire lost tread.incident occurred approximately 9pm on west-bound interstate 76 in colorado, near the brighton exit. (dot number: w29v 1pktiresize: 265/75x15)

While checking tires noticed sidewall with tread separating.these tires are not part of recall. Please provide further information.

Dealer notified that all four tires have cracks lines along the treads, on a 1997 ford explorer (original equipment; p235/75r15; dot# unavailable). Please provide any further details:

Original tires on a ford, ranger, 1999, p245/75r16 109 s mud and snow.all four tires vibrate very badly while driving.

Pe00020, with about 40 miles on the tires, p23575r15, dot 8xhl, front driver's andpassenger's rear tires had cracks along the side of the treadwhere it met the sidewall. It seemedliketread came off. Ford suggested to consumer to not drive on those tires.bu,t could not replace them because theywere not on recall.please provide further information.

Pe00020, about 30,000 miles on the tire, tire size p23575r15, dot w2hl1py237,vehicle tire had been rotated previously. But,front passenger's tire tread came off,almost causing a crash.will be contacting firestone. Please provide further information.

Original equipment on a 1997, explorer p235/75r15 size dot#: w2hl1py356. Tread on all four tires developed a crack alongsidewall all the way around. Tires have been replaced atconsumer's expense.

P255/70r16 size,dot# vn, original equipment on a 1999 explorer sport. Tread on passenger's rear tire separated at highway speeds,causing damage to the rim.

P235/75r16, dot w2, replacement tires on a 1995 chevrolet blazer, both front tires show signs of tread separation.

While driving at 50 mph and no warning right reartire tread separated,consumer had to pull over. Firestone, wilderness at,size p235/70r16, dot#unknown. Manufacturer had been notified.

While driving 65mph left front tire blowout due to tread separation.ttire was replaced by same type.

Right front and rear experienced a blowout at the same time while traveling at 25 mph (driver only) in a 1999 ford expedition ( original equipment; dot# w2t61re029; p265/70r17) dealer notified and both rim and tire was replace at consumer costs. Feel free to provide any further details:

With 7/32" tread depth remaining,tire tread began to separate from the body of the tire.i kept the tire for your examination should you desire. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

While traveling at 65 mph heard a loud noise. Pulled vehicle over and noticed tire tread separation.please provide further information.

Heard news on radio. Went outside & checked tires & noticedrubber was separating attread. One of the tires (right front) could have an object placed between casing & tread. Other three can see steel belts showing through. Took to firestone retailer & was willing to replace spare with another tire but not all four. P235/70r16 with 36,000 miles on a 1999 ford f150.

Tread on this tire came comepletely offtire at a high rate of speed.tires were inflated toproper level and outside temperature was approximately 75 degrees.only reason there were no serious injuries was the fact thattire continued to hold air until i could slow the vehicle down. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have walked away from this. (tiresize: p235/r7016)( dot number:tire size: p235/r7016 )

Consumer has a 2000, ford explorer sport. Consumer was traveling about 30-35mph, and driver's rear tire blewout.vehicle was rocking left to right, almost skidded into a concrete divider.size p235/75r15, dot#8xhl1py459. Tire mileage 5,000 originals.

Tire blow out on interstate.the tread completely separated from the tire and driver lost control but regained control of the vehicle and was finally able to stop on the left shoulder. Owner still has the tire and separated parts.there was some damage to the pickup truck when the tread of the tire hit the wheel well.chrome was torn and bent, the wheel well liner was ripped off and the bumper was damaged.

Ford, explorer, 1999, original tires, 25570/16 . Passenger's rear sidestarted to make a loud sound like muffler had come off.vehicle started to slowdown, and stopped car.consumer got outof car, and noticed thattread had separated from tire.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right rear experienced tread separation while traveling at 70 mph at 108 degree tempature, causing rear body damages on a 2000 ford, ranger; original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# w2hlipy376. Tire available for analysis. Please feel free to provide any further details.

After market tire. Dot# vnhl: tread on the tire has started to separate.

While driving 65 mph left rear tire had tread separation, damage to vehicle was about $ 1000.firestone, wilderness at,p235/70r15, dot unknown, between 5000-7000 miles on tires, replacement equipment on a 1989, ford, bronco.

Pe00020, orginial explorer 1997,tires were manufactured in wyoming and north carolina.these tires had cracks in the tread, whichcausedloss of control.vehicle fishtailed and crashed. Please provide further information.

Pe00020; trie tread separation:driver's side front tire has bubbles on the outside, which is causing rubber from the inside of the tire to get through. Tire size p24575r16, original tire equipment on a 99, ford, ranger. Tire mileagewas about 40,000. Tire was taken to firestone.firestone replaced tire.but, owner decided not to keep replacement tire.please provide any further information.

P25570r15, while traveling noticed tire tread separation. Please provide further information.

P255/70r16, dot unknown, original equipment on 1997, ford, explorer with 33700 miles; all 4 tires showed cracks on tread.

Reporting tire was unable to be balance properly; taken to two difference tire store and still unable to balance for a 1992 ford explorer (aftermarket equipment install at 81,000; dot# wzhl1b109; p235/75r15). Please provide any further details:

Original equipment on a 2000, mountaineer, p235/75r16 size.tread on the left front tire separated, resulting in a minor collision.

While exiting the freeway on offranp, tire "blew out" causing momentary loss off control. (driver side, rear tire).i pulled over and changed tire. The tire had a large bolge in the tread that had ruptured. I took the tire to a firestone dealer who replaced the tire for free. I have had no other problems, although i am extremely nervous about this tire. As i remember, the outside temp was in the seventies, although i am not sure..( dot number: tire size: p24575r16 )

Original tires on ford, expedition, 1999, 25570r16. All 4 tires are showing premature weather cracks of separation.

Original equipment on a 1999, mountaineer, p235/75r15 size, dot#: w2hl. Tread on two of the tires has worn out.

Original equipment on a 1997, explorer,p235/75r15 size, dot#: w2hl. Tread onleft front tire separated at 25mph.

Pe 020 00/trie tread separation: left rear tire experienced a blowout at 55 mph, withdriver only in a 1999 gmc, sierra; original equipment, tire size p265/75r16, dot# w273wmb079. Firestone notified,and informed consumer that tire was not covered underrecall.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Firestone, wilderness at, 265 75 r15,original equipment with 9000 milesmounted on a 2000, chevrolet, silverado.right rear tire had tread separation. While traveling at 80mph.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a ford, explorer 1997, tire size p235/75r15, dot number w2hl1py406, and mileage put on tires unknown. Two different incidents when driving at 65 mph,driver's frontal tread peeled completely off, andrear driver's side tire tread peeled completely off,causing loss of vehicle control. Tread damaged the underbody ofvehicle.please provide any further details.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1998, ford, explorer, tire size p23575r15, dot number not available, tires have 41 thousand miles on them.all four tires had started to develop hairline cracks onoutside of the tire.consumer's tires were inspected, and werwe not listed under the recall.please provide any further details.

Right rear liftgate door seal has a gap of 1/4 inch about 3 inches long as delivered from manufacturer.service manager says it is acceptable.my concern is the exhaust pipe is on the same side.exhaust gasses could enter the vehicle.service manager and i checked a new vehicle delivered to dealership, same condition. (tiresize: p265/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p265/70r16 )

Right front tire failed damaged fender and side view mirror (dot number: w2co1px037tiresize: 255/70/r16)

Bought car new 1/2000.5/2000 noticed sidewalls turning brown and very bad handling on road bumps.shortly thereafter noticed that on dirt roads (normal country road driving, not off-road) car tended to slide out on corners, and jerk to side if bump not symmetrical.brought to ford's attention, told them i thought the suspension was incompetent.when the recall was announced, bought michelin tires.they have not turned brown, and the safety/handling was immensely improved.something is wrong with the firestone tires, which i still have, and the explorer suspension. (dot number: vdcu 1pxtiresize: 255/70r16)

Rear cab brake light went out.when this happened, i lost my turn signals and the abs light came on and stayed on.when i took it to the service station to replace the bulb in the rear cab break light the service attendants found the entire inside of the rear cab break assembly black and melted.they removed the other 2 light bulbs and would not put any new ones in, stating that i was lucky my truck had not caught on fire.they suggested a possible wire shortage.would appreciate any help in finding out if this has been a problem with other fords and is there a recall that i am not aware of.in regards to my firestone tires, after receiving a phone call from david lahgjhr and discussing the problems and the nhsta advisory list i took my truck to the place that i had originally bought the tires to have them replaced under the "customer satisfaction" plan with firestone.firestone said no!i have the wrong size.when i first took it in for inspection they stated on my form that i did not request an inspection, when in fact, that was the only reason i was there.my tires were not made in decatur so they were not in the recall.now the plant that made my tires is on the list but now they are the wrong size.i think it's time for this to end and firestone be made to replace any wilderness at tires under the "customer satisfaction" plan. My tires are only 2 yrs old and i do not have the money to just go out and buy new tires. Thank you.peggy anthrop (dot number: w2hl1py038tiresize: 235/75 r15)

Local news media reported problems with this tire.i've been unable to reach firestone dist. Hdqts and was put on hold twice with nhtsa with no answer.local tire dealer didn't satisfy question about inspection.worried about problems in the future.no mentioned safety defect, wants . Wants information concerningtire separation.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

No summary listed for above vehicle.( dot number: tire size: 255x70x16 )

All three rivets came apart ongas pedal while driving on the freeway.(dot number: vhdltiresize: p235/75r15)

Light switch assembly on t cruise control on the steering column has failed twice in less than 12 months.do not believe this should be happening & could cause problem when driving at night trying to figure out which switch to use.-- (tiresize: 235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: 235/75r15 )

Dd (tiresize: 255r70-16)( dot number:tire size: 255r70-16 )

16" tire recalled elsewhere, ford not honest, replaced myself $544.47. (dot number: vdcu1px469tiresize: 255/70/r16)

Have excessive laterial run out in both rear tires, firestone states is due to oem wheels bent, wheels measured and well with in mfg spec's, firestone wants to replacewith same, as a consumeri want reimbursement for tires, note these are replacement tires from recall last year. Unable to drive vehicle at hwy speeds due to vibration. Also unable to rotate tire per mfg recommendations due to problem. If firestone replaces just rear tires still have fronts with wear from not being able to rotate, firestone says 'to bad' (tiresize: p235/75/r1)

Tire rubber spontaneously detached from rim.auto became uncontrollable.had difficulties stopping.experienced driver.no injuries or fatalities. (tiresize: 225r15)

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