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

Passenger-front tire received an impactin an accident.this hit was a "side-crash" where only the tire and a small area of the outside framing above the wheel were damaged.the air bags did not deploy.the truck sparked and ignited on impact.the truck was in full flames in the tire and engine area within 9-11 minutes.the fire burned out the center portion of the windshield, the entire engine area, the dashboard/glove compartment, and the tire area within that time frame.i was moving at approximately 10 mph when the other driver colided with my truck at approximately 40-45 mph;the weather was cloudy/rainy but it had not rained yet during my morning travel.the air

Tire defect:driving under normal conditions with my family of five we heard a "bang" and realized the rear right tire had blown.because of the severity of the blow out we felt immediately that this was a manufacturing defect and expressed our concern to nemer ford.the ford expedition has never been used for any off-road purpose.nemer ford refused to do anything and simply referred us to the firestone dealer.we contacted our local firestone dealer and they told us it must have been punctured, which we knew was not true.we have not replaced the tire and still have the original tire to prove to someone that the tire is defective! firestone told us we needed to purchase another tire, i will not risk my family's safety by purchasing another firestone product.( dot number: tire size: p265/70r )

I was traveling at 3:00am on a freeway i was traveling about 70mph when the rear right tire began to shake i pulled to the right because my car began to lose control. I looked at the tire it was shredded. The tire was barely attached to the rim. This was a brand new car i knew something was wrong i called the dealer he said to contact firestone i took the tire in for inspection he could not find any reason for the rupture so i had to purchase a new tire. On 7/22/00 i had another tire go flat same area of the car the tire had a puncture in it i replaced it again.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I did proceed to the mercuery dealer for seat belts, our right rear seat belt was on order for 10 months and mercury dealer wouldn't do anything about it . I had problems with the front seal bealts not retrating and they would stick, i did follow up with a law suit and lost because they thought my seat belt wasn't a problem. The rear right was on order for almost 10 months and still nothing was done .in nov 1998 i had knocking noise coming from my engine and the dealer ship there was nothing wrong. I complained about it a couple more times and nothing was done. Will june 2000 a new engine was put in because uptown could't find a problem. The most i want is to have ford take this truck back and forget that lawsuit. Why should i pay for something that the retractor assembleys are not work .its a saftey matter (dot number: vdtiresize: p225/75r75)

Vehicle has stalled/hesitated upon accleration several times.it has done this at least 10 times (stalled 3 thus far...today 8/23/00 was one incident of that) despite efforts by ford to remedy.i've had the dealer replace the recalled throttle, re-orient my fuel lines, and eventually replace my engine without any remedy.this could be a very dangerous issue (once it stalled while making a left across traffic lanes. Fortunately it was clear).i've owned explorers in the past with no such incidents.( dot number: )

Premature treadwear. All four tires replaced. Tires maintained and rotated per manufacturer recommendation.( dot number: tire size: 23570r16 )

Tires: had a blowout on the highway in april of this year. I went to the nearest firestone dealer. He inspected the tire and reported that it was defective and not repairable, so i bought a new one. Ever since this happened, the vehicle vibrated terribly at highway speeds. Reported (3times) to dealership since april. Each report is documented. Allegedly fixed each time. Finally on 8/04/00 the tire was declared defective by the dealership and was replaced.(i have documentation/receipts on all work). Problem is that the truck still vibrates at highway speeds although at lower mph than previously reported.air conditioning: first reported strong moldy odor back in jan 1999. Was told by ford service rep. That it was due to the truck's having been idle in the hot sun/parking lot prior to my purchasing it. I was told that it would dissipate in time. It did not. I brought it in three times since then. Each time i asked that the cause be fixed and not just the symptoms. On the 4th visit, i involved the owner and his dealership hired an outside company to remove the mold from the system. They claimed to have done so but during the cleaning process they added a chemical/perfume that is so strong, one cannot tell if the actual problem is still present or not. I was told (by the service rep) the owner was so offended by this smell that he had the company come back out & redo the truck to remove the added chemical. They were unsuccessful as it smells very strong even today (2 weeks later). My concern is as follows; if they removed the mold and smell then why would they need to add a chemical/perfume? i believe that they added this chemical to mask the fact that the mold is still present. I think that all they were able to do was overpower the stench of moldby adding this fragrance. I want the cause of the problem fixed, not just the symptoms. Having mold spores blown into my face is a risk to my health and is of serious concern to all. My truck is not the only one.

Turn signals and high beam indicator lamp failed suddenly.fuses are good.rear wiper has never work right.has not work at all for some time.always had low rumble when moving.appears to come from front.( dot number: tire size: 70r15 100s )

My wife and i were driving on i 75 in florida going about 60mph on easter sunday 2000(1997 ford explorer xlt). Without any warning the back passenger side tire blew out.the car pulled suddenly to the right, i managed to gain control of the vehical and stop it in the middle of the road.the tire did $2800($500 deductable) in damage to the vehical. The tred peeled off of the tire and bent the rear fender under the car.it also broke the rear tail light andscratched the paint.a claim was filed with nationwide ins. And with ford motor credit.( dot number: tire size: 235/75 )

I have had numersous complaints about this vehicle some have reoccurred, and some have never been fixed. No safety defect listed in summary.( dot number: tire size: stock )

Truck has been at dealer for repairtotal of 35 days before 1st anniv. Of ownership with over 20 separate problems, 5 of which are unresolved to this date. Vehicle is at dealer now for final repair before tn lemon law can be implemented. Worst and current problems are front end alignment (pulls to right), front brake squealing (pads replaced twice, rotors turned once), rear end vibration at any speed and clanking sound over bumps(all 4 tires, both rear leaf spring stacks,all 4 shocks replaced. One shock had broken shaft) , engine backfires & knocks at startup (dealer reprogrammed comp. W/no results except to improve power, but accel. Pedal sticks now!), trans. Slips from dead stop forfew seconds about once per week, 4wd transfer case slipped in low in deep snow (replaced fluid and did reprogram. Results??), ext. Cab pop out windows replaced due to poor fit (one exploded upon removal & dealer had to repaint side of truck. New ones are no better than originals!), rear seat missing rubber mounts(dealer replaced, but now seat makes popping noise due to rear cab wall flexing!), drive shaft makes loud clanking sound when shifting from park(dealer says this normal!). Problems repaired: rear brake line loose & in harms way(missing mount replaced), steering box loose and steering column rattled and loose around any turns(box tightened and column shaft replaced), drivers side window switch sticking in down posit.(switch replaced), all door weatherstrips and drip rail molding loose (replaced all), rear license plate light broken and replaced, door lock levers fell out of both doors(replaced both). Lemon, lemon,lemon!!!!!!!!!!( dot number: )

Transmission was slipping due to insufficient fluid/paint thin primer showing through.

This 99 ford explorer has had multiple problems, as listed. Contacted manufacturer, they directed me back to the dealer. This is the most unreliable vehicle i have ever owned, and it's only 18 months old.(tiresize: p23575r15)( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

I have had numersous complaints about this vehicle some have reoccurred, and some have never been fixed. No safety defect listed in summary.( dot number: tire size: stock )

Brakes vibrate badly but only once in a while.after coming to a complete stop the rear axle or rear end clunks badly when releasing the brakes, tire have cupped prematurely even though balanced and aligned, gas gauge works most of the time but sometimes is incorrect by as much as 50%. Abs kicks in even when on dry pavement.( dot number: w@hh tire size: p225/75r15 )

#1 at approximately 1000 miles the diferential pinion gears were replaced due to a grinding noise from the rear end, #2 at 9,500 miles i took the truck back to the dealer and complained of noises in the rear end and front end vibration. They disregarded the noises in the rear end and replaced the two front tires.since then there have been several attempts by mazda to balance the front tires, i still have the vibration in the front during normal driving.18 october 1999 with approximately 12,000 miles on the vehicle, i toook it back, this time there is a very distinctive noise from the rear end and front end vibration.mazda ordered a complete rear axle assy and once again balanced the front tires.i was told by service manager that the truck is safe to drive.note: the rear axle assembly will move abour one inch from side to side when i shake the rear tires. I beleive the front end problems are being caused by the rear axle assembly floating when the vehicle is driven.( dot number: w2uu tire size: p225/70r15 )

No summary( dot number: tire size: 75r15 )

Date of purchase: 10/14/1998.check engine light appeared first day of pick up.kightlinger motors put new part on the next week.december 28, 1998:took to dealer stating something wrong with front diff.said nothing wrong.1/17/99:front differential snapped, gear box broke.would not warranty!paid 3700 to fix.next week, knocking noise.took in said nothing wrong.took to different dealer.one bolt holding gear box , front diff. In.6/21/99 brakes metal to metal.took to kight. Said stone caught.took to different dealer, replaced brakes and rotors.front end needs replacing7/3/99:no brakes-fluid leaks.( dot number: 0000 tire size: 265r7516 )

Have taken vehicle to dealer 4 times and each time they say nothing is wrong.consistently called general motors with no response.when driving vehicle must keep hands in 10-10:30 position to keep vehicle straight.unable at this time to rotate tires thus causing more uneven wearing.one dealer told me this was just normal for cherolet.this is the second z71 in our family and my son had worse problems than mine.at present rate i will be lucky to get 40,000 miles out of tires.firestone inspected (visual only) and said wear was normal, however you can see splits and cuts in treads already.( dot number: w278wma458 tire size: p265/75r16 )

Re 2000 chevrolet suburban 4x4.vehicle has steering difficulties (vehicle can completely change lanes within 2 lines on the road, loose steering at times, steering wheel jumps when turning curves) which were reported to dealer several times.dealer blamed tires which were not recalled.the jump/pop in steering when rounding curves was said to be due to lack of lubrication upon construction of vehicle-somewhat improved.steering column still moves (feels loose at times) and feels as though will disconnect or tire rod will break when this happens while driving.at 43,000 miles front end differential had to be repaired, just over every 20,000 miles brake disc seems to need replaced.vehicle does not go completely into park or gear and sometimes pops out (thought to need linkage adjustment, but vehicle has cable so cannot be adjusted according to repair person).sometimes (fairly frequently) seat belts still do not completely buckle, they will pop out at various times if they buckle at all(not only with children, but with adults).vehicle seems very loose to drive and we frequently feel as though we don't have control of our vehicle when driving (intermittently).we feel very unsafe in the vehicle.*nlm

My left rear tire blewout while i was driving on i10east in louisiana and the beaumont firestone dealer refused to replace it without me paying full price, 1500 miles, the dealer told me to go to any firestone dealer, since my dealer is located over 100 miles from me, the only firestone dealer to help me was in port arthur and he only charged me a percentage for tire replacement and i purchased and road hazard insurance, but later decided to get rid of the tires after hearing others complaint.( dot number: tire size: p23575r16 )

The seatbelt detached from the wall bracket.( dot number:)

Please if you could help!i have a three year old daghter.if it could be prevented, please help. No safety defect listed.

No summary listed for above vehicle. ( dot number: tire size: at )

Tire failed when the truck was parked. The brakes do not always apply full braking when the peddle is pushed to the floor. This is not the abs activating. The braking distance may be 3 to 4 times what it should be. The dealer tested the the brake system and test drove it and said that everything is normal. The peddle travel does not seem to have enough to allow for variations in the system. I believe this is a design defect. (tiresize: p265/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p265/75r16 )

Brakes failed on more than one occasion.took to dealer on sep.4 told on the 5th that nothing was wrong with them.i beg to differ because i didn't stop when i applied my brakes.rear windshield wiper moter is already out and had to be replaced.the front seat tracks also need to be replaced because they don't stay latched or they will not come up when you try to get them to.i was told the tires on my truck were fine, but i have a piece of the tire missing.i went on a trip to tenn. And it was 100+ degrees.we were stuck in traffic for over an hour.when we started traveling on the interstate again i had a horrible vibration in my truck while driving at 60 mph.( dot number: 8hxl tire size: p235/75r15 )

No summary( dot number: tire size: 75r15 )

Premature treadwear. All four tires replaced. Tires maintained and rotated per manufacturer recommendation.( dot number: tire size: 23570r16 )

Code w2hl in february 2000 40 degrees out we were driving our explorer and the driver's side rear tire peeled apart. About 12 inches came off and you could see the threads.we had the tire replaced at merchant's tire in fredericksburg, va. Now i see the recall. I believe these are bad tires, even though the code is not the decater plant. I have contacted firestone 6 times, ford 8 times and get the same response. That they are safe. I replaced the tires at my own expense with michelins. I am keeping the firestone tires in hope of a wider recall. Through the behavoirs i have seen, firestone does not want to even discuss this with me. I have the tires seeled in plastic if you want to check over them. Any help would be appreciated.( dot number: wp tire size: p23275r15 )

Tire was out of shape dot # removed on all tires. Brake drum almost wore through by brake shoe. (dot number: removedtiresize: 235/85r16)

Steering became heavy, pulled over to investigate, tire was bulging all around sidewall. Limped along shoulder at 2 or 3 mph and 50 tards later, tire exploded.( dot number: w2t6 tire size: p265/70/17 )

Problem with steering rubbing or grinding noise and uneven tire wearthis is an ongoing problem since the yukon was new. I have had it back to a dealer over four times, however they claim there is not a problem.

Pe00020; tires wilderness at, tire size p255/70r16, and dot number w2cu1tx. Tires had 40 thousand miles on them. When driving 10-15 mpha small rock went straight through the tread which causeddriver's side reartire to go completely flat. Also,sidewall area of the tire was very soft.passenger's side rear tire had a slow leak.problem withtiresmade steering very difficult.all other tires are not holding pressure.

No summary listed for abov evehicle. (tiresize: 225/60/16)( dot number:tire size: 225/60/16 )

Pe000202, bought used on 1997 f150, but the orginal tire of the vehicle wilderness, size # p235r7015.drove for awhile and no problems withvehicle. Next day, while driving,steering wheel shook very hard and pulled to the right side.took vehicle to firestone, driver's front tire seemed to rise and tread was going to separate, and could see the steel belts on the tire.please provide further information.

No summary listed for above vehicle. ( dot number: tire size: at )

I was involved in an accident on july 11 2000 in which we rolled over couple off times. We had taken the expedition to the dealership two weeks before the accident our complaint was that the steering was too soft and at the dealership told us that there was no problem with the steeringcouple of months after the accident i learned that the dealers were installing another gear box for the steering make the steeering harder and firmeralso the2000 had a new gear box. Please mail me a complaint form. Thanks.(tiresize: 16)

No summary listed for abov evehicle. (tiresize: 225/60/16)( dot number:tire size: 225/60/16 )

Pe-00-020-tires on a ford explorer 1997 tire size p3575r15. When driving 45 mph on wet pavement consumer lost control ofvehicle, and vehiclealmost flipped over. Also, two tires has been replaced due to the steel belt which was separating from the outside of the tires.

I feel this vehicle is unsafe to drive unless this problem is repaired. Itdangerously pulls to the rightall the time. On secondary roads if you let go of the steering wheel the truck will jump hard to the right. It has been back four times for repair with little results.the last time kahty steel at midway chevy (410-957-2222) told me that this problem cannot be corrected,it was in the design of the vehicle and nothing could be done, all the silverado's will perform the same way. I am seeking legal help to get gm to repurchase the vehicle.( dot number: 2314 tire size: p265/75r16 )

Dealer advised that truck had sat in water for a large amount of time for grease to escape rack end boots.truck has never been in deep water, only dirt roads.rack ends are rusted and need replacement.truck has been through two sets of tires both being the type supplied by toyota with the vehicle.we get about 12000 miles on 50000 mile tires, truck wears tires as if faulty front end parts.tie rod end on drivers side bad, probably cause of tire wear, been to dealer several times to complain about tire wear. Never inspected tie rod ends or shocks, dealer said they get many complaints on tire wear on these trucks.( dot number: tire size: 265/75r/15 )

No summary listed for abov evehicle. (tiresize: 225/60/16)( dot number:tire size: 225/60/16 )

Summer 1999- trip to florida, ran into rain storm around decatur, alabama.we had slowed to 35 - 45 mph maximum after feeling what felt like the vehicle trying to hydraplane.then we heard a slapping sound like the rubber was loose.stopped and check it and tires appeared okay.continued carefully.to date, we still hear a sound similiar to a ball bouncing while driving it.local dealership's service mgr. Said the tires were cupping.we have had the tires balanced and rotated every 10,000 miles max. And the alignment checked numerous times;all have been okay.i run approx. 32 lbs. In the tires.door locks - left rear had to have 2 motor replacements before it operated properly.now left front control lockis not unlocking properly without numberous attempts.( dot number: w2hl1py49 tire size: p235/75r15 )

My wife and i were traveling west on the interstate in the right laneat app. 75 mph when we heard a strange sound coming from the rear right tire.at that moment, i could feel the back end of the vehicle sliding out from under us to the right, turning the vehicle to the left toward the center median.we went into the median and the vehicle began to roll.after rolling app. 3 complete times, we ended up facing east in the right lane of eastbound traffic - right side up.miraculously, no other vehicles were involved in the accident.my wife escaped with several bumps and bruises and i had cuts and scrapes which required stitches.both of us were wearing seat belts at the time of the accident, which is the primary reason we were not more severely injured or killed.we were both taken to the hospital via ambulance for x-rays, bandages, and stitches and released on the same day.( dot number: )

Actually had two very similar situations although one was on ice and the other due to hydroplaning. Was traveling on interstate in both instances at below speed limit and car seemed to float off to the right and then go into uncontrollable spins both instances were nearly identical with the last one resulting in car careening into ditch and striking guardrail i do not feel i was traveling at high rate of speed in either instance but am not frightened to ride in vehicle during any kind of inclement weather. Thanks daniel.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Pe00020; firestone wilderness at on a ford expedition 1999, original equipment on vehicle, tire size p23575r15, and dot number not available. Consumer noted vibration withinfront end when driving at highway speed, vibration could be felt on the steering wheel also, seats in the passenger's compartment shook. Problem was noted after tires were rotated. Consumer note sure if this vibration was sign of possible tread separation. Please provide any further details.

Engine misfires while idleing, engine knocks when started and driving, vibration at 65 miles, driver lumbar support inflates by itself, truck pulls to right even after alignment, pop out window leaks air.( dot number: )

Pe00-020; firestone,wilderness at with 20,000 miles, p25570r16 , dotvh, original equipment with 1999 ford expedition.vehicle will vibrate at highway speeds and will sway at a lower speeds. Consumer felt defect was due to the tires. Firestone test drove vehicle and claimed it was not due to tires,but it was the vehicle itself, and ford will not even test drive.was not interestedsince it was not the recall tires.

Pe-00-020-firestone wilderness on a 1998 ford ranger tire size not available,dot number not available, and tires only have 24 thousand miles. When driving 55-60 mphtires wobbled, causing a vibration within the front end. Also,a slow leak in the rear two tires.please provide any further details.

I have a problem with viberation when i get a tire rotation.everytime the back tires are rotated to the front, i have increased viberation, so i have since rotated the tires back to where the viberation is much less.i read an article in the paper today that said the firestone wilderness tires were "under investigation".i travel quite a lot between texas and louisiana and i am concerned about my safety and others on the highways.should this be a concern, since i seem to have a tire problem at this present time?i didn't appreciate the comment in the paper today "austin american statesman" about the fact that "the spare tire was there for a reason" after "nhtsa had cited cases about safety concerns of tires peeling off their casings, including reports of 21 deaths as there car is barreling down the road"..( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Two front tires wore out prematurely and the dealerrefused to perform an alignmentthe tires had become scolded on the inside at 20k miles. *scc

Tire overheats under normal driving condition, uneven tread wear, dealer states that is normal.( dot number: tire size: p225/70rs )

Bought the vehicle used jan 2000.developed vibration characteristic of out-of-balance tires.when i had them balanced and front end checked, one tire had to be replaced due to tread separation.vehicle still has slight vibration at highway speed, and i suspect another tire may be becominhg separated.firestone claims there have been no reports of failures of the 16-inch wilderness ht.can this be the first?( dot number: unkn tire size: p235/70r16 )

Severe vibration at 62mph - ford said characteristic of vehicle would not fix or repair.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Steering wheel vibration at highway speed (50-70 mph) (tiresize: 225/60/r16)

Vibration throughtout vehicle.( dot number: w273wma029 tire size: p265/75r16 )

Single truck rollover. Driver ejected and killed instantly.(dot number: vd70tiresize: p255/70r15)

Steel reinforcement plys delaminate causing out of round condition and removes tread from the rolling and sidewall surfaces. When the tread departs the tire an extreme unbalanced condition causes severe vibration in the truck frame until the vehicle is stopped.( dot number: tire size: 235/70r16 )

Tire is showing signs of unusual tread wear.tire rotation occurred at 35000 miles and alignment was checked.tire is wearing towards the inside and another tire is showning similar signs of wear.the tire is creating excessive road noise.( dot number: e27477 tire size: p235 75r15 )

We were going from houston to maryland. In normal driving conditions, the truck began to vibrate violently, before we could pull it off to the side of the road, the tire blew off the truck, and my wife and myself found ourselves wrapped around a tree. We had our two dogs and two cats with us, in their crates in the back of the truck. We lost one cat, and our german shepherd had his spinal cord crushed, and subsequently had to be put to sleep. Now we hear that ford knew about this problem, and it has been happening to more people. I do not understand how they could be so neglegent. We would have been another one of those fatalities had we not hit that tree exactly where we did. We are considering filing suit, and would appreciate any advice. Thankyou. When you call us, we can provide the vin number, i just did not have it right now.( dot number: )

Truck started developing control problems, fishtailing and vibrating.noticed that tire treads were separating.took to firestone dealer and replaced all 4.2 of them were bulging and separating a great deal, the other 2 were starting to develop minor bulges.we were lucky that we stopped before we lost complete control.( dot number: )

Also experiencing right flood light failure. This is the 3rd bulb replacement. I, the customer would like some resolution to these problems. The vehicle cost too much to experience these many problems.( dot number: 274 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Flat tire while driving-no obvious cause of failure-i checked for nails, etc. Found none. ( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

On july 26, 2000 i took my explorer to sheehy ford springfield in reference to a vibrating/humming noise coming from my left front tire. They checked and stated that everything appeared normal. However, the vibrating/humming noise still exists.( dot number: )

Vehicle hydroplanes constantly in the rain making steering near to impossible. Vehicle was inspected by ford dealership and no mechanical defects were found. Tires were inspected by ford and firestone and both reported no defects in tires. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires show stress crack where the belt is attached to cassion, tire have developed a vibration at 45 mph to 70 mph, i have removed all 5 tires from vehicle and replaced them with michlen tires, since i live in ga, the voluntary recall for our area was not schedule till october, so in the name of safey i relplace them with no assistance from firestone.the dot number indicates these tire were not from firestone's decatur il plant, but i have 5 tires(dot w2hl 128) that have a problem. ( dot number: w2hl128 tire size: 235/75r15 )

I brought this vehicle to the dealer four separate times because i thought the front end was out of alignment. They charged me all four times and it turns out the tires were defective. They are not the recall tires but i have since replaced them (at my own cost) and the vehicle seems to be running fine now (last two weeks). I would like to know why all the wilderness brand tires were not recalled? they clearly are defective! if it was a design problem then would'nt every plant have the same design problem? if it is a quality control issue than would'nt that also be the same problem at other plants, companies like firestone write one set of procedures for safety and inspections of tires. They don't have different inspection procedures for each plant! they certainly don't have separate procedures for the same brand of tires. You guys drop the ball, and now we are paying for it!!!!( dot number: w2hlipy426 tire size: p235/75r15 )

No summary listed for abov evehicle. (tiresize: 225/60/16)( dot number:tire size: 225/60/16 )

Car pulled left and right on highway.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r15 )

Pe# 00020; bothfront tire need to be replaced w/ only 30k miles.consumer was experiencing an alignment problem, and firestone dealer had advised that the belts were separating in tires and needed to be replaced. Tire size was p235/75r15, firestone wilderness ht.t tires were replacement tires for a ford truck, explorer.

Truck continues to handle poorly at highway speeds dealer checked several times and found nothing mechanicly wrong excluding the fiorst time when they replaced a section of the steering collumn they rotated and rebalanced the tires to no avail warranty expireed due to time with problem still evident our second car with 104,000 miles handles much better at any speed. We have had 4 other trucks so were familiar with how a truck should handle through all speed ranges. Thank you.( dot number: tire size: p235/7516r )

When traveling between 40 & 50 mph, there is a vibration throughout the vehicle. This vibration is distinct in the floorboards. The first time it was taken in for the problem, the mechanic stated it was a tire pressure problem & the pressure was adjusted. The second time, only a couple weeks later was for the same problem. This time the mechanic stated that he could not varify concern. However, when vehicle was picked up, a female service writer went for a ride with me and she noticed the problem. On the 3rd incident, a mechanic who was doing a state safety inspection noticed the vibration and strongley advised me to have the vehicle repaired. I have been in touch with ford motor co. And they stated that another dealership would call to make an appt.. This has never taken place. I am concerned for the safety of my children and wife as well as myself.( dot number: vncu tire size: p255/70r16 )

Dt*:the contact stated while driving various speeds, the check engine light illuminated without incident.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the left rear strut had worn into the rear fuel line assembly and made a pinhole sized puncture. The dealer replaced the punctured fuel line.the manufacturer was alerted.updated 10/4/2006 - the left rear strut was fubbing on the fuel filler pipe.the tire were out of round.

All four tires visually inspected show numerous cracks around tire wall both sides of tire( dot number: w270 tire size: p245/75r16 )

Justto let you guys know, these tires looked new, on the freeway another comuter warned me of a flat tire. Thank goodness she warned me, by the time i could pull over the tread had pealed off, the tire was blown, and my wheel well was polished/ scratched up. I didn't have the receipt for the tires so i just replaced them. (quickly!) i have many witnesses who were astonished at the way the tire looked after blowing out.( dot number: ? tire size: p23575r15 )

The firestone wilderness at tires experienced cracks, owner was refused recall replacement and replaced with other tires. *mjs

Requested information on tire tread separation on any other vehicles fitted with firestone wilderness tires in 2000-2001 other than the ford explorer. *ph

I was driving down i-390 at approx 70mph when we started hearing a strange noise.i slowed down to approx. 60mph and changed lanes to determine if it was just road noise.within seconds, passenger side rear tire blew out.fortunately, i was able to keep vehicle under control and stop safely.firestone told me that i probably ran over something, which would not be covered under warranty.after they examined the tire, however, they replaced it free of charge (sidewall was pretty much gone).( dot number: w2?????? tire size: p255/70r16 )

While traveling in a residential area, the right front passenger tire blew out, the blowout pushed me into the curb and caused major damage to the suspension.after having the truck towed to the ford dealer, i was told that i had to of hit something to cause the blowout.i hit the curb after the blowout occured.my insurance company paid for repairs under comprehensive insurance with a $250.00 deductible.i believe all the tires should be replaced and i should have priority since this incident happened, and i should be re-imbursed my deductible, along with my insurance company being re-imbursed( dot number: )

I was driving on the freeway and the passenger rear tire blew.the tread separated and i skid all over the freeway.i was fortunate enough to not hit anything and managed to gain control of the car.however, at the time i did think i was going to flip the car.when the car stopped i looked at the damage.the tread had knocked of a part of the bumper, the running gaurd, and damaged the rear panel.in total it did about $2,500 worth of damage to the car.i also had all the tires replaced with a different brand of tire.at the time i thought this was an isolated incident and did not report the accident to anyone except for my insurance company.when i heard the reports on the news, i felt i should report the incident to help in the hearings.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

These tires have never held air they always need to be reinflated. After a 3 hour trip (we make this trip often) accross the florida panhandle we always have to put air back into the tires. Given the resent problems with these tires failure to hole air with ours seems like a "bigger" deal than we have thought. When we went to the dealer they said our tires were not the ones on the recall. If the tires are safe then we believe they should not be replaced but.we cant get anyone to say they are safe? the only thing we have noticed it the air pressure problem on all four tires/ and the truck feeling like it is scraping aroundthe left side without reguard to tire rotation. I have children i just want someone to tell me that these tires are indeed safe and why they will not hold air properly.( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )

The left front tire experienced a blow out.

When drivingat an undetermined speed, the right rear tire blew out. This caused the driver to pull off the road.the consumer changed the tire.the tires had 57,000 miles on them, and there were no objects on the road.the temperature was 15 degrees and there was ice on the road.the vehicle swerved from side to side.the tire had been rotated when the vehicle was 39,018. *sc

No summary( dot number: tire size: p235 )

Tread seperation, totally flat tire at 50 mph, on i-95 in lumberton nc( dot number: w2x0-w66 tire size: p225/60r16 )

Upon coming off a road trip in my suv, i was at my sister's house and had parked my vehicle in the drive with the tires turned out.as i was coming out of her house i noticed that the inside tread belt on my tires was smooth with but uneven wear on the tires. So i checked the other front tire and it had the same type of wear on it. The back tires are beginning to show wear in the same manner. I took my vehicle to the dealership from which i purchased my vehicle and told them that i felt that the second set of tires that they put on my suv was defective. The first set of tires were changed out because of being defective bridgestone tires (they were still under warranty and was not noted in my service history report or on my carfax report). The service manager told be it was normal wear, or a problem with the shocks, but because the vehicle had over 36,000 miles (out of warranty) he could not do anything, to take them to the firestone company (manufacturer), so i did.the man at the firestone company said that it was a maintenance problem,that i didn't rotate the tire (but i did/ service history report).so i took my suv to a reputable tire company. The technician said that it was thetires. My tires are firestone wilderness le tires. My front end was checked by computer ( they were off by -.2 on right & -.1 on left. The shocks are not bouncy, i cannot get any answers on the cause of my tires wearing in this manner. I would like to file a complaint.

A catastophic failure was experienced in the right rear tire - the tire had seperated and gone flat at normal highway speed, the vehicle was taken to a garage and the tire was replaced with a new matching tire (firestone wilderness) considering that one tire has already failed i wish to get the tires replaced immediately - what should i do?( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

Original equipment on a chevrolet 1500, 1999, tires, size p26575r16, and dotw273wma378; passenger's side rear and front tires constantly go flat whenevertemperature outside is extremely hot. Consumer has contacteddealer. Please provide any further information.

The firestone wilderness at 235/75/15 tire failed prior to recall notice while driving, consumer is requesting reimbursement. *mjs

The tires in question, are coming apart the rubber is separating from the tire and the vehicle can not be driven over 35 mph. I also tried to have the tires balanced but it did no good . The tires has more than 4/32 of rubber left but are not safe to drive. The 16" wilderness should also be on the list of tires recalled by firestone.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

My tires haven't failed yet, but i wanted to advise you of my unusual tire wear, which may help you in your investigation.the door panel calls for the tires to be inflated at 30 psi, however, i got the truck from the dealer with the tires at 35 psi, the maximum recommended pressure on the tire's sidewall.i check the pressure every couple of months and they have never lost pressure, so i have never added air.i have always kept my tires inflated near the "maximum" level because i enjoy the improved fuel economy and a little road feel.anyway, on the rear (drive) tires there is much more wear in the middle of the tread, as if the tires were over-inflated.i have also begun to notice an intermittent waffling of the tires on smooth surfaces, which felt almost as if i had a flat.i wonder whether this uneven wear, with the two edges having more tread than the center, can cause this "waffling" effect, which, in turn, can cause the tread to separate from the rest of the tire?just trying to help.thanks.( dot number: tire size: p22570r15 )

Tread separated from steel belts and blew out causing vehicle to run into ditch( dot number: w 208 tire size: p235/70r16 )

Left rear tire blow out ,no tread seperation ,vehicle rolled over.(tiresize: 245-16)

I replaced my tires today because of noticeable cracking/tread separation.2 tires were very bad.i did not want to put my 2 year old child in jeopardy any longer by waiting for the recall on these tires.what documentation do i need to keep?do i need to get the dealer to note on my receipt that the old tires are cracked?i did not keep the old tires.the new tires were purchased at san benito tire, inc., 246 tres pinos rd., hollister, ca(831) 637-5804( dot number: )

On may 10th, 2000 while driving on us41 at a speed of approx. 58 mph, the tread on the right rear tire of the vehicle came off of the tire casing which caused me to almost lose control of the vehicle. After installing the spare tire, i went to my local firestone dealer and questioned if there was any type of warranty on the tire. The dealer said there was not. He indicated that the tire might have been run on low air pressure. Naturally i could not disprove his theory. I purchased two new tires because i was afraid of the same thing happening again. I told the dealer that i would be back to replace the other two when i had the money to do so. In the last few days, it has been brought out that there is a defect in some firestone 15 inch tires of the same type. I would like to notify the nhtsa that there is also a good chance that the 16 inch version of this tire may be defective also.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Unsatisfactory performance from firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 (suv) tires.after routine service and (second) tire rotation/balance at 12,000 miles, i noticed my vehicle "pulling" to the right while on the highway.i returned the vehicle to the servicing dealer (kearny mesa ford, san diego ca), and asked them to repair the problem.after several attempts, they were unable to rotate the tires and still have them balanced within specification.consequently, the tires were returned to their original positions on the vehicle.the explanation given to me was that there was "likely a loose belt within one of the tires preventing it from balancing correctly, but since the vehicle didn't seem to "pull" when this tire was mounted on the rear, i should just leave it there and not rotate my tires in the future."when i inquired about warranty and/or replacement, i was informed that because the tires had 12,000 miles accrued, there was nothing i could do.as a result of not rotating my tires (...something i normally do as scheduled), my tires have worn irregularly and i believe have worn out prematurely (...in this case, approximately 40,000 miles; however i generally get much greater tire life due to the "highway" driving i do and proper tire maintenance).i am hoping this information will be helpful in your investigation of the firestone wilderness at tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

We were on a drive, which is 90 miles one way, to my parents for dinner.it was 1pm on the 6th of march and the weather was between 95 degrees or higher.10 miles into the drive, i noticed that the truck was not handling as crisp when changing from lane to lane and asked my wife if the ride felt different, especially since she drives it during the week.she did notice also that it seemed to be swaying when i changed from lane to lane but she thought that i was doing it.i, from past experience, thought i should stop and check the tires and just in time because when i pulled to the side of the road, the air rushed out of the tire.i examined the tire and noticed that it looked as if it had separated inside the tire but did not think anything of it.i put on the spare and continued on the trip.i let my father take a look at it and he immediately said that there was a problem with the tire.i asked himif he thought something might have punctured the tire but he, like i did, did not think so,,,,, especially since i stopped as soon as i noticed the problem.my father has 2 18 wheelers and changes the tires on them himself and if pretty knowledgable about anything that has to deal with a vehicle.i had my wife the next morning to take the tire to a local firestone dealer.i called and spoke with someone who told me they looked at the tire and that something punctured it.i asked the guy that i was driving and i know for a fact that i did not run over anything in the road.i am positive.nevertheless, it did not matter because i needed a new tire and they were not going to replace, although the dealer said that it should be covered under the road hazard warranty.although the guy running the desk said that the had a hole in it and puncture inside, the mechanic who changed the tire wrote on the work order "ran flat-inside chewed up"indicating that this was not just a hole puncture but something really did happen to this tire.contact me if you need more

I had noticed vibration at highyway speeds above 55 mph, kept my speed below 70 mph, and scheduled an appointment with the firestone dealer on s. Holly in littleton. I bought the ford's extended care plan, and ford rotates the tires every 6,000 miles does not check the tires' balance. Firestone dealer found (1) tire could not be balanced within manufactures' specifications and observed visible 8th-inch wooble on black interior sidewall on the machine. Dealer replaced tire with identical brand with a $13 charge for recycling-disposal. On 8/10/00, i went back to have the spare tire replace the right-rear used tire on the axle opposite the new tire ($29). I appreciated the prompt action, but of course was told, "your tires weren't covered by the recall".maybe they should be, what do you think?( dot number: vncu 1px tire size: p255/70r16 )

Blown out tire without reason( dot number: w2 tire size: p235/75r15 )

An unusual noise was coming from the vehicle.the local ford dealer stated that all four firestone tires were separating from the rim at the bead!!!!they also stated that i was fortunate to not have had a catistrophic failure at interstate highway speeds on my 360 mile trip back to my home.the ford dealer also stated that they had not seen this type of failure before.firestone will also be notified of these failures.( dot number: vnhlipm276 tire size: 235r15 )

Tire blew out on interstate 95 between philadelphia and hockessin.my daughter managed to pull to the shoulder and stop safely.the tire was completely destroyed.( dot number: )

Tire blew out at 70 mph.husband was driving thank god, i would have rolled the truck.i hurt my back while bracing myself, my children were also in the vehicle.the dealer told us to call firestone, firestone insisted nothing was wrong with our tires.he said he could not tell why the tire blew out.he also said nothing was going to be done about it.( dot number: tire size: 15r )

Tire was worn.gravel road. Tire casing blowout caused near loss of control.no accident or injury, but there was minor damage to vehicle as a result.( dot number: tire size: p165/75r15 )

Left rear tire tread seperation, causing vehicle to immediatly and very radically fly, bounce and roll numerous times off the highway.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Car coasted to stop.spare installed.commercial motor co in aransas pass sold me two new tires because the right failure shredded the tire.that way i have two new tires on front end.commercial discarded the tire.it took a whole day to get the two new ones because the dealer was not stocking them.i thought it strange at the time but they never explained the problem.( dot number: tire size: 735x16 )

We bought our mercury mountaineer in january, 1998 (mfgd in april, 1997) serial #4m2du52p2vuj64616 and within the first year we noticed the sidewall and tire tread was peeling from the tire.we brought this to the dealer's attention (hatfield's lincoln mercury located in columbus, oh) and they dismissed it.we told them the suv vibrated and rumbled and rode very,very rough.they said to rotate the tires.it continued to do it and continues to this day (9/13/00).we have had the tires rotated many times.we are very much concerned about this situation and follow the news releases closely since the tire recall.we have had much trouble with these tires and the garage continuously dismissed our concerns.we travel cross country at posted speeds and throughout the southwest frequently.we have now moved to albuquerque, nm, and are even more concerned since it is hot weather and desert area.we continue to have rumble and vibration in the tires.we went to a firestone dealer to check the dot code and he said they were w2.we checked with another location and they said the same, w2.however, as we have always believed, the peeling is very evident including the tread layer.we are uncomfortable with these facts.we believe a further investigation should be conducted and our tires recalled as well.should anything horrible happen, it would be a terrible travesty of justice.we feel firestone is responsible and ford and the nhsa should hold them as such. ( dot number: w2 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire is starting to separate.dealers are being slow to replace it. The other three tires are also showing signs of separation.( dot number: vdhl tire size: 235/75r15 )

Tire seam blew out in perfect circumference accompanied by profuse smoke.extremely dangerous situation since i could not see what was happening to my car due to the smoke.i thought i blew a gasket.brought tire to firestone dealer where they did a soap test.no punctures were there except the complete breakdown of the seam on the outside of the tire.they replaced it, however they replaced it with another wilderness tire.in the 28 years of driving i have had, i have never experienced a blow out like this or even seen one.the degree of smoke and perfect failure of the seam point to a problem worthy of your investigation.please notify me, in kind, of the procedure you will under take to insure that the thousands of people driving the new 2000 outback equipped with the wilderness tires will be safe from harm.i believe with all my heart that there is a serious problem here.thank you for your assistance and support in this matter.*nlm**dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734292

Whenevervehicle with firestone, wilderness/at tires, p23575r15 was driven on/off rough terrain, tires blowout. This has happened three times. No manufacturer, or dealer has been contacted.

I own a 1997 ford explorer sport, vin # [xxx] purchased by me in december 1996 in nj, that has firestone wilderness at p255/70r16 tires. I went through a replacement on 12/11/98 that seems to be similar to the recall problems, where i found the treads on my rear tires to be splitting and starting to separate from the tire. I had the two rear tires inspected and replaced at the firestone dealer in gastonia, nc after paying a reduced price due to proration according to tread wear since i was lucky enough to be still under the tire warranty period (33,185 miles). This also brings up another concern, where i would like to know, since they are recalling these tires, will i be reimbursed for the monies spent in replacing the first two tires due to the defect? i still have two of the original tires on my explorer and since i live in south carolina (also a hot state), i am concerned on how long it would be before firestone gets the recall to those of us who don't live in the first two phased state groups for the recall. I do monitor my air pressure consistently, but travel 56 miles each way (112 total) to work each day via highway between gaffney, sc and charlotte, nc. Each of the tires information follows: original tires from purchase date - still on rear of vehicle: p255/70r16 (e4) o2 6555, 24815 ur bm06175-3, made in usa. 24816 ur bm06175-3, made in usa. Replacements tires from 1999 - on front of vehicle: p255/70r16 (e4) o2 6555, 24817 ur bm06175-4, made in canada. 30863 ur bm06175-6, made in canada. Could you please send me more detailed information on what is to happen and possibly when if known? thank you in advance for your concern and timely response to this message. Sincerely, [xxx] (home) [xxx](work) [xxx](cellular)a copy of this was also sent to ford at: [email protected]( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

L/f tire blew out (peeled off) between 65-70 mph, i was able to keep to maintain control and pull over safely to shoulder and change tire.( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

All 4 oem tires were replaced at firestone dealer suggestion within 15-18k miles.visual cracks in tread body and 1 premature midbody road failure with no observable road hazard.within the next 15-18k the next set of 4 replacement ht's were replaced.now with approx.35k on the third set of ht's an independent shop (non-firestone) has diagnosised a significant pull to the right as "tire pull" indicating possible cord to body slippage.all failures and replacements have been in west texas with high ambient temperatures.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

Vehicle experienced failure of the firestone wilderness tire prior to recall (00t-005) which caused extensive damage to the vehicle. *mjs

Original equipment onfirestone, wilderness tires on ford,explorer whichblew out.replaced tires with bridgestone .those were also showing signs of wear after 20000 miles.

Tires cause excessive, violent side-to-side movement of vehicle when crossing a bridge with a steel grid deck, making it difficult to stay within driving lane and avoid hitting cars and side of bridge.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Six flats in one year--three in one weekend--traded in 4 of the tires, have only the spare left.firestone dealer said tires were fine..ford salesman said they were lousy.( dot number: tire size: p235/70rx1 )

This tire is not a part of the national recall, however, the tire was beginning to separate and the local firestone distributor replaced the tire under the "warranty".i wanted to inform you of the failure of this model/size of the firestone wilderness at brand.( dot number: tire size: p25570rr16 )

Tire blew out while on expressway.i did not hit or run over anything noticable.the vechicle "fishtailed" and almost turned over.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Tire went on interstate 85 in north carloina -hunterville firestone dealer comfirmed a tire failure but have on 265 tires in stock-purchesed a good year tire as a spare to return to pa. With------firestone dealer dealer in farless hills pa reinbursed me 120 or the 142 i spent for the good tiere---------to day on philly chanele 6 news it was reported that another p 265/ 16 firestone failed yesterday -----i have some concerns now for the wilderness 265 tires and am filing this report( dot number: w273 wma tire size: p265/75r16 )

Pe-00-020, firestonewilderness atx, tire size 23575r15. Tires only have 6 thousand miles on them. Treadcame off the side wall of the tire. Also, had another tire, same type with a slow leak.please provide any further details.

I have had numersous complaints about this vehicle some have reoccurred, and some have never been fixed. No safety defect listed in summary.( dot number: tire size: stock )

Wilderness model (at) tires continuously become unbalanced on a ford explorer, cause unknown.please give any further details.

At about 25,000 miles, i noticed unusual tire wear. It looks as if someone took a chisel and chipped off pieces of tread. Front and rear tires. The pieces missing range in size from 1/8" - 1/2" dia. The tires have been rotated per manufacturer specs. Properly inflated at 44 psi cold. Driven on paved surfaces,and at moderate speeds. I went to the firestone at 5499 n. High st., worthington oh 43085, and the employee, after treating me like a moron, informed me that the recall only was for certain 15" tires. He then insisted that it was normal tire wear.i strongly dissagree, and ask that my tires be included in the recall. I do not feel safe driving my truck. How can i send you a photo, or mold to show you why i am concerned? please respond.( dot number: w273wma tire size: p265/75r16 )

While driving from home (mesa az) to milwaukee wi, i noticed a once per revolution thump and upon inspection i found a three inch crack at the outer circumference of the right front tire at the steel belt line. The crack was beginning to progress outward radially into the actual tread at the trailing edge of the crack. A local firestone dealer (dodge city tire center (316) 225-9090, exchanged the tire with a new for cost of balancing only. The claim number was 7797436 which the dealer promised me that they would send the tire to firestone with that number attached so it could be traced. I believe that i saved firestone a damage repair which should allow them to replace the rest of the tires in question on my vehicle. Local dealership in flint michigan refused to do anything.( dot number: w273wmb169 tire size: p265-75r16 )

These tires are brand new on a brand new 2000 mountaineer. They did not fail in any manner (i had to put numbers in the "failure" field or the form would not accept the report)there were no failures whatsoever. I am only concerned that they may be recalled due to all the fatals involving these tires(dot # on inside of tires is 8xhl) and all the publicity. The dealer advises these tires are not part of the recall but i would just like confirmation from nhtsa that these particular tires are safe to drive at all speeds. I am employed by the nj division of highway traffic safety and we recieve our funds directly from nhtsa region 2 in white plains, ny. Again, this report was filed on the advice of the nhtsa webmaster and no crashes occurred and these tires did not fail but i am concerned ...thank you very much for any info about the safety and roadworthiness of these tires.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

While travelling on the i-5 in fresno at approximently 70 mph i heard a loud pop/burst and the vehicle rearend slid to theleft into the concrete center divider i momentarily lost control and the entire left side of my truck scraped on the center divider, after gaining control i moved to the right shoulder.i saw sparks coming from the right rear section of my car while moving to the shoulder.i got out and saw that my right rear tire had "exploded" and all that was left was the beading, melted to the rim, and the treadwrapped around my right rear axel. I changed the tire and proceeded home.no one was injured.( dot number: )

I live in md ,and tire still failed not due to heat( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )

No summary listed for above vehicle.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Tire shredded so bad in a split second with no warning and no puncture was apparent. Firestone dealer replaced at no charge..( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )

I had been driving for about 20 minutes when i felt my steering wheel start to shake.i slowed down and within 15 seconds my right front tire blew out.i was driving at about 55 mph on a straight road. Prior to the incident i had not noticed any problems with the tire or the handling of my truck. (dot number: w2uu ipotiresize: p225/70r15)

While driving on ih 37, near corpus christi, texas, the left front tire blew out and the auto rolled 4 or 5 times down the embankment of the interstate.driver taken to hospital by ambulance, auto totalled by insurance comapny.left front tire tread had separated from the tire.the other three tires were flattened from the roll over.please do something!( dot number: ? tire size: ? )

When truck was new(less than 200miles)- all 4 tires (also at's) were replaced with new ones (tread was uneven). Now replacements are doing the same thing at 20,000miles.reed nissan told me that this was a common problem at that time with this tire.is this the same problem now being seen on other tires?( dot number: )

In march, 2000, the left front tire began to buldge and show signs of tread separation, upon having it inspected, it was determined that the tire was in fact separating. The tire was replaced at that time. And now the right rear tire is showing signs of separation and in contacting the firestone company on this, i was told the tires are not part of the recall and if i think they are unsafe then maybe i should think of replacing them. Upon telling them that this is the second tire that has separated i do not understand why they will not replace these tires. My truck is parked because i am afraid for my saftey as well as others. Please let me know what i can do to get these replaced. They are unsafe and just because they were not manufacted in the decatur plant does not mean they are not faulty.( dot number: vn tire size: p235/75r15 )

I want to add our name to the list of those complaining about this tire.luckily no one was hurt.but the accident occurred during rushhour in seattle traffic when it was cold (not hot).the incident happened with no warning.i was lucky to maneuver t( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I just heard on the radio of a potential problem.about six weeks ago i had a blowout on the freeway which resulted in a damaged rim and a replacement of a tire.at the time i asked repairman if it could be a defect and he wasn't sure.i asked how long the tires should last, he said 60k miles.i only have 40k miles, with still an okay tread.at the time i figured it was just an anomaly. ( dot number: )

Tire blew out while driving on pa turnpike.vehicle very difficult to control, rain/snow conditions, tire completely shredded.aaa responded for roadside assisstance, pa state troopers also responded due to (dangerous) location of vehicle, mother traveling alone with two small children( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

On june 17, 1999 my wife, infant daughter and i were returning from vacation in our 1999 ford explorer entering atlanta, ga traveling west on i-20 merging into the i-85 / i-75 connector when the right rear tire blew out. The vehicle was extremely difficult to handle. Due to heavy traffic conditions and loss of control i had to bring the vehicle to a halt on the inside hov lane. I did not hit any debris on the road and it was clearly visible that the side wall of the tire had blown out. The traffic conditions were so hazardous that it took an atlanta, fulton county police officer with siren, flashing lights and horn to move my vehicle to the other side of the highway to get us clear of oncoming traffic. I had the vehicle towed to a goodyear dealership and the manager confirmed that the tire had blown out from the inside. I took the tire to the firestone dealer and the manager insisted that we had hit something in the road. I made it clear that we had not hit anything in the road and that i would take the matter up with the ford motor company and my attorney. With that statement the manager agreed to replace the tire free of charge. I became suspicious with that quick turn around and contacted ford motor company and they denied any knowledge of issues with firestone tires. I am incensed that firestone and ford knowingly jeopardized my family by replacing this defective tire with another firestone wilderness tire. I have again contacted ford motor company after the recent press release about firestone's issues with wilderness tires on ford explorers and once again they told me they could do nothing until they recalled the tires. I'm not sure which way to turn on this issue and i am seeking your advice on how to get this issue addressed. I do not want these tires on my explorer. I now have no reason to trust firestone or the ford motor company in this matter. Your guidance and counsel will be greatly appreciated.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

While driving on i4 from orlando to tampa at 65 mph the right rear tire of my tacoma truck had a tread separation and blew apart.i was able to recover and pull over to replace the tire.neither firestone, nor toyota will take any responsibility for this, claiming the tire is too old and used.it came apart just like the tires on the recall, but is a different size. The damage amount is the amount to replace the tires, since i was able to control the vehicle without causing an accident.i feel the recall should be widened to include many other sizes of these same tires.having knowledge of the recall is the main thing that allowed me to recognize the problem on the highway and avoid any serious consequences.( dot number: w2hy awa tire size: p215 70r14 )

Tires did not fail but developed cracks around sidewall where tread attatches( dot number: w2hl 1py tire size: p235/75r15 )

My right side tireblewout.(tiresize: 15)( dot number:tire size: 15 )

Pe00020, orginial equipment with the 1999 expedation,size p25570r16. Tires formed waves on the sides of the tires which eventually caused a blowout.please provide further information.

I have had a blow out on one of the recalled tires. Obviously there is a danger of another one going, but i can't get anybody to talk to me(firestone and ford). They say i have to wait my turn. I stil have the shredded tire. I would think this would merit some kind of priority.luckily nobody was hurt, but who knows next time?( dot number: 027477 tire size: p235/75r15 )

A rock when through a brand new tire.i did get a new tire after weeks of complaining, but i feel that the firestone wilderness at tires are cheaply made if a rock can puncture a bran new tire over half inch wide. I don't consider a rock a road hazard. Please use this information to help you with the recall on 16 inch tires which is not included in the firestone recall.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Firestone, wilderness/at, tire size 16 on this ford, explorer exploded while driving 55 mph. Firestone, and ford has been contacted.

Consumer concerned with the possibility of firestone wilderness (p22570715)tire failure since he takes trips often.nlm

I was exiting the 5 freeway northbound onto the 55 north when my carred suddenly tilted to the left severely.i did not jerk back the wheel and it stratightened itself out.i pulled over and i had a flat left rear tire.i drove to the dealer and told them iw wanted new tires (my wife had previously requested new tires.they refused,, iwent to costco bought new michellens .costco filled my flat and they could not get the tire to leak.it looked perfect and near new. (dot number: 8x72wlttiresize: 26570r16)

Tire shows signs of tread seperation.firestone has no replacement at this time.( dot number: 25377ur tire size: 235/75/r15 )

We are requesting assistance from nhtsa due to the fact that today upon returning home from work, we examined the tires on our vehicle as we do often due to the problem with the firestone tires on explorers, and found that all four tires are beginning to " seperate in exactly the same location " as all the other tires that have been recalled, the rear being worse than the front but all have the same seperation.you can actually see the steel inside of the tires in some places, right where the tread starts. We have been on the phone with firestone locally and the dealer where we purchased the vehicle just this past april 2000, and no-one wants to help. The only help we have been offered is to "prorate" our tires, not " replace" them. Fortunately we caught this problem before an accident, but now with this being the only vehicle we have to get back and forth to work and no-one wanting to replace them, what are we to do ? could this be an addition that needs to be recalled asap as well before anyone dies ?? (dot number: w2hl/8xhltiresize: p235/75r15)

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

I was driving on a weekend vacation with the car loaded with luggage and 3 children and 2 adults. I was traveling about 80 mph, it was about 95 degrees out. I was in the far left lane when a blow-out occured. I took my foot off the accellerator and coasted to the side of the road. Luckily nobody was injured. When i looked at the tire it was totally shreaded. I feel very lucky to be alive.( dot number: dotvd tire size: p23575r15 )

I bought this vehicle new in march 1999. My tires have been rotated every 5000 miles. I have not overloaded my truck or hauled anything heavy. My tires are worn all the way down to the 2/32" wear indicators and are vibrating at highway speeds and wobbling at low speeds. Firestone does not want to pro-rate the tires unless i can prove that there is a manufacturing defect. If there is no manufacturing defect then i have to pay full price for new tires. I have talked to a number of people who have had the same problems as i am having with these tires. The tires are sold with a 60,000 mile treadwear warranty.( dot number: unsure tire size: p235/70r16 )

(1) purchased new 2005 chevrolet taho with firestone willderness le (p265/70r-16 bw) tires 12/30/04 from bill heard chevrolet, 7224 east mcdowell road, scottsdale, az 85257.with less than 2000 miles on vehicle same tire (right rear) started losing air pressure.1st time took to dealer they said nothing wrong.2nd time fradulentlly charged me $17.07 to reppair.warranty book, part #05chevwar a first edition says bumper-to-bumper (includes tires) for 3yers or 36,000 miles. Vehicle only 3 months old and less than 4,000 miles.after paying for repairs still have same problem.same tire (right rear) still loses air.(2)luckily no failure yet due to warning light on vehicle that alerts you to check tire pressure before tire blows out due to underinflation.(3).after 2 trips to dealer nothing has been done to correct failure.

Tire separated with steel belting causing extensive damage to quarter panel.driver is military and is trained to inspect tires before driving vehicle as he drives on u.s. Air force runways on a regular basis.he had inspected tires approximately35 miles prior to incident.driver maintained control of vehicle thus preventing worse damage to vehicle and bodily injury to himself and passenger. Thirteen days prior, to incident, car was serviced with no verbal mention of tire problem. Service report reads left and right rear tires each had 7/32 tire tread and wear pattern good.tires pressure at 26 psi. Inreviewing purchase contract determined standard equipment would have beenp225/7or155l bsw a/s tires.( dot number: vdhlipy436 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire blow out. Tire completely fell apart from the side walls -( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Consumer has wilderness/at p23575r15, butdot#not match the recall. Consumer has experienced a blowout with one of these tires already. Firestone has been contacted.

Wilderness at's cracking - i live in in michigan!! : hi, i'm trying to get replacement tires, mine are cracking. On 8-19 i went to tommy's firestone in novi, mi per the firestone 800 number.they had tires, but would not replace, said i would have to pay $500-$600.manager "tom" showed me how 2 on my tires are cracking all the way around. 8-20 i went to cm super tire (firestone) in livonia, mi and was told "we don't do recalls on sundays" and they didn't have tires for free, i would have to pay.last week i got on a "wait list" at a ford dealer.please call me, thanks!!!! 734-657-0913.( dot number: vd????? tire size: 235-75-15 )

I did not know who else to report my concerns about the tires on my truck so i am hoping i am not wasting your time by filling this out.when i took my truch in to firestone to have my tires inspected they said they passed inspection, or in their words "they could visibly see nothing wrong with them" but they would not give it to me in writing.after i got home and looked at the form they had filled out, it stated that i had "requested no inspection - miscellaneous check".what does that mean?after seeing a closeup of a firestone wilderness at tire from a wreck on the cbs news i noticed that the tire looked worn just like my tires are wearing.my tires are only 2 yrs old, i replaced my original tires with the firestone wilderness at in july 1998.i firmly believe that there is a big coverup with these tires and that all of them should be recalled.thank you for your time.( dot number: w2hl1py038 tire size: 235/75 r15 )

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, (dot number: vdhl 1pm 4tiresize: p235/75r15)

Tire seam blew out, in a perfect circumference, accompanied by profuse smoke. Extremely dangerous situation since i could not see what was happening to my car due to the smoke.i thought i blew a gasket.brought tire to firestone dealer, where they did a soap test.no punctures were there except the complete breakdown of the seam on the outside oftire.they replaced it, however, they replaced it with anotherk wilderness tire.in thye 28 years of driving i have had, i have never experienced a blow out like this, or even seen one.the degree of smoke, and perfect failure of the seam point to a problem worthy of your investigation.,please notify me, in kind, of the procedure you will under take to insure that the thousands of people driving the new 2000 outback equiped with the wilderness tires will be safe from harm.i believe with all my heart that there is a serious problem here.thank you for your assistance and support in this matter. (dot number: w 2xow66tiresize: p225/60r16)

The tires look fine (plenty of tread). I have my car serviced as ford suggests (they send a reminder letter) - this includes tire rotations, alignment etc. The damaged tires look like retreads, though i purchased the car new and the tire warranty indicates 6 years or 2/32nds of an inch of tread depth - neither of which had been reached. I have replaced all 4 tires, however i have kept the old ones. Firestone has requested we send back the damaged ones so they may determine if a reimbursment is warranted. When we called firestone/cerritos (8/1) they insisted the tires had too many miles and were not defective (they didn't see the tires) - after not accepting that response and persisting they were defective, we were given a toll free number to firestone. Firestone mailed us a claim form with instructions. Should we proceed with completing the claim and send back the tires?( dot number: vdhlipy487 tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tire split on the side and blew out while driving( dot number: w208lrc328 tire size: 235/70r16 )

Tire seperated - looked just like recalled 15" tires( dot number: tire size: 235 75 16 )

Going down the highway, my tire went flat. I went across thehighway dodging oncoming traffic. Two menwitnessed this and stopped to help.i did not file a reportbecause the damage was not severe.i do have the trooper's name. God spared my life.will the next person be so lucky?( dot number: vncuipx tire size: p255/70r16 )

After purchasing four new tires and all new shocks, the car would not ride smoothly at 60-65mph.with repeated return visits the mechanic tried rebalancing the tires, tried rotation and checked the u joints. Each time it still vibrated badly.finally he beleived that the vibration was caused by a tire defect and he replaced 1 tire for free.this reduced the amount of vibration but has not eliminated it.we rely heavily on using this car for family purposes especially with the summer vacation time and weekly camping trips.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Bad ride.bouncy since about the 1st year.i rotate & check tire pressure but no change.nervous this is also a bad tire.is there any conclusive proof that this is a good/safe tire?( dot number: w2hh tire size: p22575r15 )

The right front tire on the inside tire wall had a separation on it causing it to deflate. The vehicle had not been driven and there were no signs of foul play. I have put on the spare which is the same brand and type as the others on the vehicle.( dot number: 102s tire size: p225/75r15 )

I had a flat tire driving at 45 mph - aired tire up to find hole and the tire was split in the middle and bubbled around the edge of about 1/2 of the tire.i think firestone should do something about this.i'm nervous to drive the car now.i don't want my family harmed in any way.no amount of money would replace one of them.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

On august 6, 2000, traveling north on i-75 near bellview forida i experienceda complete tread separation on the right rear tire.the treadtore away from the tire casingwhile traveling at a rate of 75 mph leaving the tire still inflated with the steel belts showing. The vehicle ran over the separated treadthrowing the material into the underbody causing damage to the tailpipe /muffler assembly.the force of the incident caused the right rear of the vehicle to jump upwards approximately 3 feet causing a uncontrolled skid into the left laneslightly onto the left pavement edge and then back into right lane and continued off the left edge of the pavement.as the wheel twisted during the skidding i either sprained or broke my right wrist .the accident caused no damage to other vehicles or property and a letter describing the accident was hand delivered to olson tire, countryside office, clearwater florida.the vehicle's other tires are the same make and size but are made in canada and not bearing the dot vdhl code, each tire has approximately two thirds remaing treadas compared to new and all tires were inflated proplerly.i visited the olson store twice making an appointment to have the tire inspected exlaining the defective tire was available to see, however the employee declined to look at the tire instructing me to bring it back when new tires were available.he was not impressed that the exhaust system was damaged and may be a safety hazardwith exhaust fumes , neither did he advise what information might be needed regarding the wrist injury.the tire is available for inspection and i have made an appointment for repairs to the exhaust and have scheduleda physician office visitto examine and xray wrist if required.( dot number: vdhl1py157 tire size: p235/75r15 )

All 4 tires are separating according to ford dealer who replaced them. Only one under recall - others made in canada.i had to pay for the other three.i have submitted a reimbursement request to firestone.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Rear left tire blew out whie travelling down rte 95 s from new hampshire. It was a cool, overcast day (70-78:). Tire shredded around the rim, nearly coming off completely. We paid for and replaced the tire with an identical one from firestone.( dot number: tire size: p225/60r16 )

The police report # is 00-14477, washtenaw county.i swirl towards the midium to avoid a vehicle cutting in and my vechile lost control.there was loud noice from the tires(feeled like i was running on bumpy roads and clinking sounds) prior to rolling over to the side of the road. I didn't realize it could be tire issue till i read in the paper (usa today 8/22).the description on the tread separation matches exactly what happened to me. However, the vehicle ended up in the junk yard and hence i'm not able to get more details on the tires.no invesitigation was conducted towards the tire failure but i believe that's what happened.if you need any further inforamtion, please contact me via email or my cell phone 65-96663895 because i just recently moved to singapore for work.thank you.( dot number: )

While driving 55 mphrear passenger side tire rubber cap came off the tire. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Firestone. Wilderness, p235/70r16.

While driving on interstate 10 the cap of the tire peeled off.this was a spare tire that was in use.i don't know the exact mileage on the tire but i assume with low mileage.we do not have any pictures or the tire.this incident happened before the recall was announced.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

When the original recalls of the wilderness tires occurred we were told by subaru and firestone that our size tire was not effected.these tires were the original equipment on the car.last night we were driving home at about 11:00 and coming down the exit ramp from route 270 onto middlebrook road in germantown.my husband heard a hissing sound and at first we dismissed it.about a half mile later at a light we heard an additional sound and realized the rear passenger side tire had gone flat.my husband pulled off the road and got out to discover the sidewall had separated and the tire was extremely hot.it did not separate to the point of ripping the tire all the way through, but enough of a gap you could put your finger in.it looks like the separation goes at least half way around the side wall (180 degrees) and probably more.we road on the flat (at a snail's pace) the mile to our home since we still had rubber between the rim and road.the scarey part is that it was late, dark and if we'd gotten stuck on route 270 it would not have been pleasant for my husband to change a tire under those conditions--in fact it would have been downright dangerous.isn't this the same thing that happened to all those other wilderness tires--that the sidewall separated, ripped and the tire wrapped around the axle and flipped vehicles?!luckily, by the grace of god, ours didn't go that far, but it could have.our outback is a wonderful car and we love every minute of driving it, but for a stationwagon its center of gravity is a little higher than average.just like those suvs we could have flipped our beautiful car if things didn't turn out the way they did.needless to say, my husband is pissed off.he called the fitzgerald subaru in gaithersburg for advice and they said we'll have to deal with firestone.do i need to fear the three other tires on my car now? thanks! joyce mcdonald.

Please be advised that i have not had an incident with the tires as of yet.i forwarded an email to your organization on 11 sept. 2000 to advise what i think is a potential problem with my current tires and received a return email from you on 12 sept. 2000.per your return email i was advised to fill out the "owner's questionnaire" form and submit it.unfortunately certain fields have to be populated, which would indicate i had an incident already.this is not the case.the tires i currently have on my 97 ford explorer are firestone wilderness, dot code vnhl, p235/75r15 105s m/s.as i'm sure you're aware these are not on the recall list but my dilema is the tires show, in my opinion, signs of "tread seperation" idntical to the tires being recalled.i discussed this with the ford dealership as well as firestone on the phone and they advise if they are not covered by the recall there's nothing we can do.i've taken digital pictures to show these lines unfortunately i don't think i can attach the pictures to this questionnaire.please note that i will try and return email your message of the 11th to you at "hotline, auto <nhtsa>" <[email protected]> with your reference wt20000911_0000000518 / re: wilderness tires (ford explorer) and i will attach all of the pictures.please advise what course of action i have for (in my opinion) defective tires that are currently not covered by the recall?this is a real safety issue for anyone who is in our vehicle and i am extremely concerned ! ! !please advise. ( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driving at 60 mph truck started swaying on road, stoped and checked tires and pressure had 38 psi aired tires to 42psi and problem contuned. Ireplaced all 4 tires right after that. I contacted firestone and was informed that the tires were not on the recall list and there was nothing they could do about it. If you are intrested i still have the tires and you can have them to test . Maybe this will save someones life. (dot number: vn73tiresize: 26575/16)

Firestone written 11 sept 2000 all tire were affected by recall.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I am concerned that my tires should be defective due to the type and size.at this time they are not specifically identified as defective but they are firestone wilderness ht tires built in decatur illinois. (dot number: vdhl awrtiresize: p235/75r15)

Tire disintegrated( dot number: )

The tires are an "all terrain" design, however they perform very very poorly in snow/slush/very wet conditionswhen combined with the vehicles that have all wheel drive. I've talked to three experts who have all concluded that the problem is with the rubber band on the outer edge of the tread on both sides (this band has no lugs in it, resulting in poor traction in turns.) essentially, the all wheel drive tries to pull the car forward and is supposed to adjust power away from the wheels with poor traction. When it does so, the car has a major tendency to lose control at all wheels. Since i have owned the car i have seen or heard of two other identical vehicles getting into similar accidents with the same options/tires as my vehicle, so i asume it is a re-occuring problem. This incidence of traction loss has resulted in three major incidents of spinout, two of those caused major accidents, one only involving my car, and one involving mine and another. My driving record has been impeccable before these accidents, also note that other front wheel drive cars and four 4wd trucks were on the roads doing fine in the conditions, and in both cases i was going considerably under the speed limit (30 in a 50mph & 15 in a 25mph). Also, in both cases, brakes were not applied, so that rules out a cause for the skid.( dot number: tire size: 235/75 r15 )

2 of 4 tires have developed considerable cracks around the tread line on the sidewall of the tire.i have taken the truck to 2 different firestone dealers and get varied inspection reports.at one of the service centers, a service mechanic tells me that he "wouldn't drive the vehichle on the highway under any circumstances in the state that they (tires) are in" while his manager tells me that "the cracks are probably caused by armor all".the other service center manager i took the truck to tells me that he has placed a call in to firestone to see about this particular incident since the tires are not on the recall list but are questionable.he was to get back to me but has not to date.my initial complaint was intermittant shutter in the front end when braking hard from high speed.the problem didn't seem to be brake related but might be tire related given that it doesn't happen all of the time and that the cracking tires are on the front of the truck. They were purchased from a local firestone dealer as replacements for the oem wilderness ht tires sold on the truck when i purchased it new and have about 32,000 miles on them.firestone will not tell me that they are safe but will not replace them because they are on "not on the list".one manager did tell me that firestone would probably end up replacing additional tire sizes in the future.i am no tire expert but given the cracks developing which are more than "cosmetic"it would appear that there are more issues with other sizes of this line of tire from firestone.any assistance or advise would be greatly appreciated.sincerely,steven d. Terrell( dot number: tire size: p255-70r16 )

Alarming vibration ford aware of this defect internal memo 11 oct 1996 ford and their dealer will do nothing( dot number: tire size: p235/75 )

I do not feel safe on these tires, please recall them for my famlies safety.( dot number: tire size: 225-70-15 )

With the latest reports of the firestone tires the models listed with problems did not include the mazda trucks. I am on my second set of those tires and my vehicle has but 51k miles.the first set resulted in a blowout at 65mph at 29k miles and the new ones that replaced those have only 22k miles and are in the same shape as the first.no blow out this time just scooped and pitted/worn tires that vibrate.the mazda nad ford rangers are the same vehicle so please include the mazdas in your report.i'm mad as hell about this.( dot number: )

No summary listed for abov evehicle.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/16 )

Tires were recalled, previously exchanged, dot scratched off, and put back on a pick-up truck i recently purchased from a private owner(no help there by the way). I went to a local firestone dealer and john at los amigos tires in manteca, ca said "that since the dot was already scratched off that the tires had to have already been sent back to firestone and snuck out the back door, instead off being destroyed as by law, and onto this truck. He also stated that "he could not and would not be able to help me. I contacted firestone directly and spoke with there support technician "shawn". He told me firestone/bridgestone wouldn't and couldn't help me either. I then told him that i would contact the better business bureau. He stated that " that was not necessary, but that he still couldn't do anything for me. I contacted the previously mentioned business and nhtsa. I then decided after several non-informative recorded messages to do this.

I was not driving, i was washing my vehicle when i noticed a long split on the tread surface.the split was about four inches long and it followed one of the tread lugs.i took the tire in to a firestone dealer and ask if it was a defective tire and they said no that it was a road hazard.it was not a road hazard!they made me buy a new tire.( dot number: w29v awi tire size: p265/75r15 )

Tire was to cracking about 3/4 around where casing meets tread( dot number: vn tire size: p235/75r15 )

At the time of tire failure we weren't aware of the general problems, so we didn't keep the tire, get info on the dot numbers, etc.april 2000 incident,tire had a big bubble on it after slightly hitting it on the curb at a turn. We replaced the tire immediately.may incident the car skidded after taking a right hand turn and car spun around and hit the curb.we assumed this was purelya skid because of rain slick streets, but now are wondering if the tire failed first.we replaced the tire and paid for other damage (damage to the axle and several other related parts). 4 tires now on this car are the recalled tires, so we believe the failed tires were the recalled tires also.they were both wilderness at tires.it never occured to us to save info on the tires at that time.the car is currently at a firestone dealer having the recalled tires replaced.( dot number: n/a tire size: p235/75r15 )

I was driving our explorer ltd. Near palm springs, ca at about 60 mph when i heard and felt a huge bang sound.i was able to get car under control and bring it to a stop in a median.we looked outside and saw that all the tread on the left rear tire had blown off.the force of the tire tread breaking off broke off the tire fender on that tire, bent the metal body of the car at the wheel well and somehow flew up and damaged my bumper.no one was injured.the rest of the tire stayed inflated long enough for us to exit the roadway and get to a safe place.( dot number: vdhl1py018 tire size: 13575r15 )

Traveling at relatively low speed tire failed causing a spin.trying to control the spin caused the vehicle to roll over.car was total destroyed and only through luck did my son and his companion avoid serious injury.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driving normally in heavy traffic, the tread on my tire just popped off and caused me to veer all over roadway and into ditch.there was extensive damage to my vehicle from tread hitting undercarriage and body.police had to assist.my tires were properly inflated and i was driving under the speed limit due to heavy traffic on interstate.the temperature was about 99 f degrees. My insurance refuses to pay for a new set of tires and i don't think i should have to pay the large deductible to get repairs made on vehicle.these are obviously defective tires and i'm terrified that they will explode again.the defective tire is still inflated just no tread is left on tire.i have kept tire for evidence and taken about 30 pictures of all the damage.i do not know who to turn to for help in this matter.(tiresize: p235/70r16)

Tire blew out after getting underway after a traffic light( dot number: vd3705 tire size: lt255/7516 )

Cracks - blowouts... I replaced tires at my expense. Toyota refers me to firestone. I didn't buy tires from firestone , toyota did. ( dot number: ? tire size: 15 )

I have had two blow outs on these tires since i bought this truck.the first was @ 10,000 miles & the second @ 20,000 miles.after seeing the report on khou-tx in houston i think my tires have the same problem.( dot number: )

Driving down the road at 40 miles per hour and the passinger front tire blew ruined two rims and had to replace both rims and tire on that side just thought it was driver error but now thinking that it wasnt just wanted you to know i will be contacting a attorney because firestone will not do anything about it when i called them i will not risk my family driving a $28,000 dollar truck on $12.00 union made tires.( dot number: tire size: 245/16 )

Tires are showing signs of cracking in the tread.vehicle experiences abnormal shaking during speeds in excess of 40 mph.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

At 31,500 the right rear tire developed a large blister where the tread was separating from the casing.i replaced the tire. Less than 7000 miles later the tread on the rplacement tire separated from the casing.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

I can't believe im seeing this in the news! they should have told us! i thought it was a unique incident so i just replaced the tire myself. I did mention it to a service rep at my dealer and he said it was my problem (before i knew about this irregular failures). I would like the tires replaced. I do not feel safe with the tires now. That day was a normal morning in miami and i was driving down the street when i was approaching the same bridge i do daily to get to work when suddenly i here a something hitting the back of the car. Continuously. It acted as a loud bang. Not like a flat. So i stopped and there it was, a blown tire. How upsetting!!! well i hope someone does something about this!( dot number: )

Vehicle was purchased with no knowledge of the tire recall and failures (firestone wilderness at), owner is requesting that the tires be replaced with other make tires and is not satisfied with the recall procedure. *mjs

No summary listed for abov evehicle.( dot number: tire size: 75r15 65 )

All four tires have a circumferential crack where the tread meets the sidewall.i am concerned that this may lead to a tread separation that i have read about this past weekend.i actually noticed the problem about two months ago.( dot number: )

Large chunks of tread missing from tire, unusual wear.( dot number: tire size: p26575r16 )

Tread seperation occured , all 4 tires on ground replaced with one other noted as ready to go bad( dot number: tire size: p235r16 )

On march 21, 2000 while driving on interstate 84 near the dalles, oregon i heard a loud pop sound followed by the rumbling of a flat tire.i immediately pulled over and discovered a flat tire.i then changed the completely flat tire.the next day i attempted to have the flat tire repaired at a commercial tire dealership in pasco, washington.thdy told me thatthe tire had not been punctured but instead that the wall had seperated from the tread and that the tire was un repairable. I left the tire with them and received a bill for $44.00 ffor the mounting of a used spare.more recently this summer i have notice a small piece of tread has detached from another one of my tires.( dot number: w275 wnb tire size: p265/75r16 )

The right rear tire started to come apart at 70 mph on the turnpike in miami.stopped the car on the side of the road and noticed the tire coming apart. Drove to a firestone dealer and replaced the two rear tires and the next day the two front.the firestone dealer said the tire should not come apart like it did and would send the tires to firestone on 5/6/00.( dot number: vdhlw02110 tire size: 235/75r15 )

Consumer purchased replacement firestone wilderness tires for the vehicle, replacement tires have already experienced two separations, consumer is requesting reimbursement for the purchased defective tires (oot-005). *mjs

Left rear tire is experiencing cracking where tread meets the tire. Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dot# bxhl. Tire was the original tire purchased withvehicle. Vehicle was a 2000, ford truck, explorer.

2nd tire recall, but weeks have gone by and they never have replacements available.(tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

I have contacted bridgestone/firestone and they just give you lip service and then i contacted sunrise ford and they just take your name and phone# and tell ya they will call ya when they get tires in. But they don't know what kind and when they will get them , so you drive on theseinferiorer tires and still take the risk of getting kill . You people need to shake rattle these co. Alot faster then they are moving,there are other tirer companys,to get tires from. Please e-mail me.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Although my tires were not produced in decatur, i noticed a disturbingly loud noise shortly after the vehicle purchase.there was a service bulletin issued, but not for that particular tire.the noise has gotten louder and the tires feel "mushy" when driving on the highway, even though properly inflated.i've contacted our ford dealerships re: replacement, but they cannot assist.have contacted firestone and am waiting for authorization or denial.( dot number: )

Pe 00020, original equipment on ford explorer 1998. Driver's rear tire had a hole in the tread, causing a blowout which may cause a crash.please provide further information.

Tire tread blew apart after driving 100 miles in 80 degree weather causing truck to vear off the highway. Shreaded tire tread which just seperated from the rest of the tire and beat against the fender causing damage to the vehicle in excess of $1000 . I contacted (2) seperate firestone dealers and was told there was nothing they could do, neither facility offered any information about the defect in these tires and in fact implied it was my fault.i suffered damage to my right arm, leg and forehead as a result of these defective tires.( dot number: tire size: 30x9.50r15 )

I am not sure if i hit the center island and both tires blew or both tires blew and i hit the center island.if i hit the center island and both tires blew, then there is a problem since this is an off-the-road vehicle and the tires should not have sustained any damage.if the tires blew, and then i hit the island, then we have the same problem as the other firestone tires.either way is not good.i lost control of the vehicle temporarily, but was able to bring it to a stop without sustaining any body damage.only the wheels were destroyed along with both left side tires.i notified my insurance company, state farm, of my suspicions of firestone tires and also the dealer.but, this size was not included on the recall.i believe that there is something wrong.state farm has taken pictures of the tires through the body shop.( dot number: tire size: p22560697h )

I was driving down 495 south bound in the far left lane going 65 mph when my right rear tire lost it's tread. I managed to get the vehicle safely off the road however the tire completely fell apart and i was ridding on the rim. When i reported the problem to firestone on july 10th they denied it was a tire problem and made me pay to replace the same tire and pay to have it mounted. As of today 08/09/2000 they still deny my tire had any manufacture defect.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Vehicle began to swerve then consumer heard a loud pop after she pulled over she saw that the rear right firestone wilderness tire (p25570r16sl) blewout while driving.nlm

Pe#00020;firestone, wilderness at p235/75r15 dot#w2hl. Left rear tireexperienced cracking where the tread met the sidewall.consumer was able to see the wire (steelbelt) wheretread was molded on the cap. Tires were replacement tires, and purchased in a ford dealership.approximately mileage on tires was 10000. Vehicle was a ford truck, explorer, 1994.these tires began to sway/swarve at a normal speed on highway.speeds above 55 mph began to show a bumping or bouncing type sensation from the rear end and tires.

We had come to a complete stop in traffic when we heard what sounded like a "gunshot".the right rear tire quickly went flat and i assumed from the sound that we had experienced a "blowout".the tire was able to be repaired (patched).i realize that the recently announced recall of firestone tires is currently limited to 15" tires, however, this is the 3rd flat tire we have had in less than a year (2 were punctures which i realize doesn't enter in to the problem).i will never feel comfortable with these tires or safe.we were just lucky that we weren't traveling at a high speed when this tire "blew".we have a small son and this vehicle is our primary transportation.i believe the tire recall should be expanded to include the 16" wilderness at tires as well.( dot number: w2cu1px408 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Called the number above last week, still have not received a form from nhtsa.ford nor firestone are willing to do anthing about replacing these defective tires.they should be added to the recall.( dot number: w2uu tire size: 225/70r 15 )

8/10/00 '97 ford f150 4x2 supercab w/firestone wilderness ht p235/70r16ol inspected by firestone @ 5417 mcardle in cc texas found 1 tire w/thread separation.told this tire was not under recall notice & questioning why not.this is the number on the bad tire u9766exbm08945-3these are the numbers for the other tires including spare:u9762exbm08945-3; 25324gx8m08945-3; u9988exbm12656 (this one made in canada all others made in usa)firestone dealer only would give me any adjustment for the one bad tire & said this was in no way connected with the present firestone tire recall.was told not to worry about these ht tires.have always checked psi @ 32 to 35 & rotated tires every 6000 miles & as a owner of a ford vehicle w/firestone wilderness ht tires this problem should be investigated further.( dot number: tire size: p23570r16 )

Firestone wilderness/at, size p215r7515an chevrolet, astro; a blowout occurred while traveling at 60 mph. Firestone has not been contacted.

The tread on the rear passenger tire peeled apart from the tire.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

With less than 700 miles on the suv, a stone from our driveway punctured the tire and cause it to go flat. The dealer was contacted and a firestone dealer also. There was no warranty for the tires. Again after less that 11k miles another stone punctured another of the tires. Again firestone was contacted. We elected to replace all 4 firestone tires for goodyear. Of all the vehicals and tires that have passed over our driveway no others have every had a stone puncture a tire.( dot number: )

No summary( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

I currently own a 1999 ford expedition.it was equipped from the factory with firestone wilderness at tires.in light of the various news releases that have come out, i am very concerned for the safety of myself, my wife, and my six month old son when traveling in our expedition.i have not yet had a failure, and i understand that my size tires are not included in the stated recall, however, that doesn't ease my concern in the least.there are far greater numbers of ford explorers on the road with 15" tires than expeditions with 17"hence the heightened number of complaints.i have to wonder if my family has to become one of the "statistics" before the particular size of tire i have becomes included in a recall.it seems to me that if it's the same model of tire, then the same, or at least very similar, production processes are used.in short, i have no confidence in the tires on my vehicle. I have sent this same letter to firestone already and the only response has been a copy of a statement the company had already released.( dot number: tire size: 265/70/17 )

I own a 1999 ford explorer, which was purchased in april of 1999.in early may of 1999, the front driver's side tire blew out from the sidewall (two 8-10 inch rips, not a puncture) while driving 65 mphsouth on i-5 near san onofre power station in ca( dot number: ? tire size: p235/75r15 )

I recently took the car to a ford dealership to have a check-up.i knew that i would need to replace the tires soon, but have had trouble finding replacement tires due to the recall.the ford service tech called me at work to tell me that my steel threads were showing through on one rear tire, and they did not have any replacements for me.he recommended that they put on the spare tire until i could get new ones. Since i knew that i would be driving on the highway for 120+ miles on labor day towing a horse trailer with my horse, i did not want to just have three worn tires and a spare.i started calling around and found four replacement tires (goodyear wrangler at/s) at a kaufman tire store.i drove from the ford dealership that same day (on the original tires) to have the new ones put on.as they were switching the tires, the kaufman rep came to the waiting area to tell me - "you really dodged a bullet".apparently, not only were the steel threads showing, they were showing because the tread was separating.they did not mention this to me at the ford dealership.i have kept the tires, and the one looks as if someone took a razor blade to the edge - all the way around.as this was on the inside edge, i could not see it.i have my tires rotated regularly - the last time about a month and a half ago, so either this is a recent split, or the servicer did not notice (or noticed and failed to mention it to me). Given the recall, i thought i should info the nhtsa.thank you.( dot number: vf... Tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tire threads of the left rear tire became totally separated from the thin inner balloon casing prior to recall notification (00t-005).*mjs

Tire blew up at high speed on highway, forcing vehicle into median, near rollover.( dot number: vdhi tire size: p235/75r15 )

No summary listed for above vehicle. (dot number: v672wl2170tiresize: p255/70r16)

Had tire checked approx 2 hours before incident, when mechanic brought my vehicle back to me i drove about half a block and noticed the vehicle was not driving properly i got out and looked to see what was the problem andthere was not enough air in the left drivers side rear tire which was not problem when i took it in, and i drove back to store located at 4561 elvis presley in memphis, tn and told them my problem.the checked the air pressure and asked me to pull around so they can put some air in it. I drove my vehicle home and approximately 2 hours later the same tire burst.i called store and they told me they have no replacement for me at that time.i am stuck with no vehicle because i had to put my spare tire on the vehicle and that left me without a spare tire.i have to bomb a ride to get places because i am afraid to drive my vehicle after this incident and because of the fact that i do not have a spare should another tire burst.i have been promised different dates that the tires are to come in, and each date they tell me the next week som should be in, but that hasn't happened either.i don't have the money right now to purchase my tires for reimbursement because i am laid-off and this is hendering me from seeking employment.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235-75r15 )

The right rear tire blew out with no warning.the consumer excessively checked for cracks which were found on all four tires.scc

I still have the tire, wheel and a digital photo taken the day of the failure.( dot number: tire size: 255 70r16 )

Tire tread seperation on both left and right rear( dot number: w2t6 tire size: p265/70r17 )

Tire came off wheel and deflated causing rollover . I think wheel has a design problem causing the bead to seperate from wheel when rounding corners( dot number: tire size: 235-75 )

Pe00020,aftermarket firestone wilderness ht with 5,000 miles. While drivingtires shake and bounce hard which may cause a loss of vehicle control.tire size 21565r15.

On i-71n, truck starts rocking, person pull up next to me and points to rear.tire goes flat for no reason. Can not get tire repalced because i drove when the tire went flat.( dot number: tire size: 255r7016 )

The front left tire exploded while traveling at about 65 - 70 mph.just prior to the blow-out i had noticed a slight pull to the left.when the tire blew i gradually depressed the brakes to slow the vehicle.the brakes were completely ineffective in slowing the vehicle.not 60% ineffective, totally ineffective.it was not after i switched off the ignition, about 3 seconds after the blow-out, that the brakes resumed normal effectivness.i reported this to the dealer.they did a check of the brakes and said everything checked out ok.i was concerned that the anti-lock breaking system had somehow locked out all brakes when the left front blew out.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

While these are 16" tires and h/t's they failed much like the stories about the tires on the ford explorer. We were traveling at 75 mph or more when the lf front tire thread suddenly ripped off and then the tire failed completely.the road was straight, traffic light so we made it to the side safely.the firestone dealer told me that it had to be a road hazard.and that there was no way it could have been the fault of the tire.i had to shell out for the replacement tire and he sold me road hazard insurance on all of them tires. I bet there are alot of other folks like me who trusted their dealer and did not file any complaints!! ford explorers( dot number: ? tire size: p235/70r16 )

My rear left tire blow out in a houston highway on may 09, 2000, prior to the general warning and firestone tire recall. Then i left the us for my vacations abroad and when i came back to college last week and knowing already about the recall, i took the explorer's tires to the ford dealer but to my surprise, he refuses to change the tires because they were not manufactured at the firestone's decatur, il. Plant.i still have the wilderness at tire that blownout, it is as i said from another firestone plant and i wonder if my tire blowout, shouldn't all the wilderness at tires from other firestone plants be recall as well?( dot number: tire size: 15 )

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

The tires (firestone wilderness at) on the consumers vehicle experienced excessive wear and cupping, vehicle also pulls hard to the right and appeared to be very unstable and unsafe.nlm

The recent deaths of 62 people driving the firestone 15" tires should also raise the concern that the wilderness 16" tires have the same defects and will explose.mine did.please send this information to the senate subcommittee that is investigating firestone and ford.they are both at fault for this cover-up since 1992.my phone number is (318) 377-2797 if you have any further questions.thank you.( dot number: tire size: 255 70 r16 )

Please if you could help!i have a three year old daghter.if it could be prevented, please help. No safety defect listed.

On 12/6/99 about 10pm, as i entered curve of ramp into i-75 south the right-rear tire failed.the damage was on the sidewall near the tread/running surface.a gash extending about 1/3 the circumference of the tire was created. Although my tires are not from the decatur plant, i recognized the same or similar failure features as shown on television recently.my tires start with 8xhl.at that time the failed tire was replaced under my new vehicle tire warranty.recently, replacemnet of others was denied on the basis that these tires are not covered by the actual recall at this time.i am certain that these tires are also unsafe.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

I cannot read the dot number, but the tires were manufactured in canada.the failure that occured was as follows: left front tire completely deflated after driving ~150 miles at 65 mph on interstate 81 in va.no puncture was found, however air was leaking from large cracks that appeared at the tread line.similar cracks were observed on the front right tire, although it did not deflate.both front tires were replaced with the same firestone tires on 6/1/2000.the rear tires are now developing cracks in the same locations.( dot number: tire size: p255 70r16 )

I was driving on the highway when my rear tire blew. It was a clear day , nothing in the road. After having my tire inspected by at least 3 different indivisuals no one could come up with any reason why it blew other than it being a defective tire. I have since replaced all 4 of my tires with dunlops. But thought it important enough to report incase there are more of this size tires failing also.( dot number: w29v1pk245 tire size: p26575r15 )

Firestone recalled wilderness at from decatur, my tires were not recalled. Because of tire losing air pressure and becoming flat, i did not feel safe and purchased 5 new tires; firestone and ford refuses to give me any satisfaction in this matter, as neither of them will reimburse my $571.00 to replace firestone tires!!!( dot number: ?? tire size: p235/75/15 )

We were coming down the back of mt. Lemon in tucson.az and the tire went flat.we had to drive until we came to a safe, level location in able to change the tire.we went to jim click ford in green valley, az and got a new tire and rim.in august when. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235/75r15 )

Read two e-mail being forwarded with this form( dot number: ????? tire size: 23575r15 )

Tire tread separated when driving on highway in normal conditions. Drove to the shoulder of road while trying to keep control of vehicle.reported problem to ford roadside assistance.a highway courtesy vehicle stopped & guy switched out tire.took shredded tire to firestone (los colinas) for replacement.firestone dealer said, "there was probably a nail in there somewhere." the bad tire had shredded tread but the inner tube part looked intact - no nail and alittle bit of air.replaced tire with another wilderness at.none of the tires kept air well after 8,000 miles.replaced all tires with bridgestone dueler hl at another dealer.the wilderness ats on my vehicle were not the recalled tires but i have experienced the same problem.( dot number: tire size: p255r70/16 )

I have had three tires completely delaminate and have had to replace 4 others that developed "bubbles" in the tread and were trying to delaminate. The dealer, gcr truck tire, blamed it on everything but the tires. In three instances, i was driving at low speeds and heard a "thunking" noise. Upon investigation, i find the tread coming off the tire.the dealer then puts on firestone steeltex tires, but they are coming apart now, too.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

Consumer experienced 2 rear tire (firestone at) blowout in one day the second tire left rear blowout caused constumer to loose control of the vehicle, the vehicle came through a fence and the two occupants were ejected from the vehicle the vehicle rolled over 2-3 times and became lodged under the trailer of a semimboth occupants sustainedback and leg injuries. (attorney for consumer) nlm

I was in a car accident on june 16, 2000, with a passanger.we swerved to miss a deer on a gravel road and lost control of the explorer.i was unaware of any problems with the explorer at the time, and now since the tire recall, i beleive the tires may have blown when i "fishtailed".there was a similar accident to mine in minneapolis, 100 mies south of me, over the july 4th weeekend.i would like any information i could.my insurance company handled everything wonderfuly, but i was wondering if i or geico ins., could recover any losses or damages from the bridgestone, ford, or other.i broke my collarbone in the accident from my seatbelt, and have a very visible lump on my shoulder from it.i also have permenant scars on my hand from glass that broke.not to mention i almost killed my friend and myself.my airbags did not go off either.any help, comments, or advice would be greatly appreciated.kraig( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Our car rolled over after being struck in the right rear , both tires on driver side seperated from rims. This caused the car to roll over. Other 2 tires while having debris in bead areas did not seperate from rim( dot number: unk tire size: p23575r15 )

I was traveling south on interstate 35 in fort worth when my front left tire suddenly blew out. After putting on the spare, i examined the faulty tire and found that the entire side wall had blown out, 360 degrees around. The tire still had sufficient tread. I took it to three tire dealers, and they all agreed it was not a standard blow out and was caused by a defective tire. There were no road hazards and i was traveling in fairly heavy traffic, but i was able to come to a stop and make it to the shoulder. After hearing of the problems and injuries/fatalaties that had been associated with this particular type of tire, i decided to replace all four rather than take any chances with my safety. The total cost to replace the four tires totaled just under $600. Furthermore, i've inquired about replacing the wheel as it too was damaged. The cost on that is $368 from the toyota dealer.( dot number: tire size: 265 75r 15 )

Driving at night.slowed down to exit interstate, approx. 55 mph, when right rear tire blew out.was able to get control of vehicle to prevent accident.when we looked at tire, tire tread was seperated from the side wall, as described in media accounts.took tire to dealer to have it replaced.was replaced with same brand of tire.since news of problems with tires became public, we have replaced all the tires on the vehicle with a different brand of tire.l( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Wilderness ht brand blew at 65 mph on expressway.i keep the air pressure at normal.no rubber left, no nails found, was riding on the rim.reported it to firestone dealer.i had to purchase a new tire, took out another warranty because i couldn't find the first receipt and firestone does not keep the warranty info in their computer system.how convenient.i have had continual problems with the front tires and need constant alignment.firestone said they could not find a problem twice, but i believe it is the tires.the ht brandis just as unsafe as the at and atx.the suv drives like it is always windy outside and the truck feels like it is hard to control.the recall needs to include the ht brand.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

One of the tires ruptured as i was driving,the other three will not maintain air pressure.the tires have been checked for punctures, as well as for leaks in valve stem.none were found. (dot number: sr7851b1oltiresize: p225/75r15)

Defective tire still under manufacturers warranty blewout and caused damages.( dot number: tire size: 235-75-15 )

Struckpiece 2x4 lumber on roadway.tire came apart.called the dealer and they said that was road hazard and that it would not be covered. I ordered a tire from ntb in st. Peters ,mo after 4 weeks they siad they could not get delivery on the tire,i checked the internetfor the tire and they showed this size with significant backorder. I finally called the 800 number for firestone and they finally called me back and said they had located one tire at firestone dealer in st. Charles mo now i see reports on the 15 inch tire failure and my failure of the 16 inch appears similar. The firestone customer relation person said they were having problems with the manufacture of the tires and that was the reason for not being able to find them. I have sent firestone emails but am only getting there standard recall information. Tracking number is wt20000817_0000000126( dot number: vn08 tire size: p235/70r16 )

Tire failure, failure near edge of tire on inside near where tread and sidewall meet.tire partially off rim.tire beyond repair.no evidence that a road hazard caused this damage.( dot number: 8xhlipy499 tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tread came off the tire and hit the wheel well. I was able to drive to the edge of the road and no other damage occured. The tire was on the rear and firestone would not even prorate the tread wear on the tire and claimed that there was no manufacturer's defect and the tire was the original equipment tire at the time of the failure.( dot number: vd______ tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire exploded while driving 70 mph along straight highway, 10:30 am, outside temperature 85 f, tread separated, tire disintegrated quickly.

These tires are terrible in the rain despite having part time 4x4.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Vehicle expereinced two tire failures, tread separating from casing both on r/r.first occurred at 31,000 miles, second occurred at 38000 miles.( dot number: tire size: p23570r 16 )

While firestone and even your investigation does not mention the "w2" firestone wilderness at tires, three of the four tires on our explorer began to crack radially on the sidewall of the tire at the base of the tread!the firestone dealer here looked at them and said they could do nothing. The cracks range from approx 1/8" to 3/4"long and are worrysome to say the least. We replaced the tires on our own as we could no longer drive the car with any sense of confidence. This is the fourth explorer we've had and have been quite satisfied them as a whole. We have retained the tires should anyone wish to inspect them. The cracks are very obvious. Thanks mark sanderson.( dot number: w2 tire size: 235/75r15 )

I had a tire blowout for no apparant reason while driving home from a business trip.when i went to a firestone dealership to get a new tire under warranty, they indicated that it was not coveraged as it was caused by a road hazard.when i argued that i did not hit anything, they still refused to cover the tire under warranty.just prior to blowout, i noticed a vibration in the front section of the vehicle, but didn't think much of it.( dot number: coil tire size: 225/70r15 )

Tread separated, causingright rear tire to go flat. Firestone has inspected tire. 2000, subaru, outback.

Pe00020;not original equipment on a gmc, jimmy s15 1986, p235r7515, dotvdhlwr28999. All 4 tires are wavy, like theres a broken belt, this goes from rims to tread.

Right rear tire blew out at 65 mph, 10 minutes south of san antonio.( dot number: 7002577 tire size: p2357515 )

Driving on i 75 going speed limit (70mph), 94 degrees outside.drivers side front tire goes flat.when i stop the car and look at the tire the tire has nearly disenegrated.i had the car towed to don olson tire, a firestone dealer who charged me $112.00 to replace the tire.i argued that the tire must have been defective, but was told that the tire must have been low on air or had a nail in it.i asked roger at don olson if he found a nail in the tire, he said no.i asked him if any of the other tires were low on air, he said no.but, i still had to buy a new tire.now i find out that there is a recall on 15 inch wilderness tires and not 16 inch.i have pled my case to firestone and have not received a response as of this writing.( dot number: tire size: 2557016 )

High speed blowout occurred april 14, 2000 on i-5 one & a half hours north of bakersfield.the drivers-side rear tire completely seperated at the seam.nowwith the recent recall of the other firestone tires i suspect that my tires are also defective. I have already replaced one, and now am driving on four that are possible death-traps. Please advise.( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )

I had these 16 inch wilderness tires on my last suburban.a year ago i was on my way home from a trip when we had to change the tire.it was riding rough and uneven.after taking offthe tire, i could see that it was coming apart.we were fortunate it didn't blow out.now i have this same tire on my new vehicle.i wanted them replaced but the dealership says there is nothing wrong with them.i know for a fact that i had 16 inch wilderness tires on my last suburban and that one came apart.i do not have confidence in these tires and think the matter should be more closely investigated.( dot number: tire size: 16 inch )

I began having difficulty controlling the truck.it felt like it was hydroplaning on wet surfaces, at all speeds.truck weaved on dry surfaces.dealer replaced front tires with firestone atx.truck now seems to "slide" when the wheels cross the painted lines during a lane change.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire failure.not tread separation.( dot number: vdcu1px509 tire size: p25570r16 )

Looked at tire at gas station and saw steel belts where tire was coming loose from itself. Ford dealer i took vehicle indicated they were ready to separate ,and all 4 must be replaced. No tires found from dealer and called and found 4 tires at retail store. I still have the firestone tires and will be back home monday july 23rd if nhtsa wants to see them. (dot number: unknowntiresize: p25570r16)

The tread was completely torn from the tire.i thought this was strange as did the tire shop, but since i was lucky enough to escape without and accident i didn't report it at the time.i was driving through southern arizona during the early summer at about 70 mph,s o when i saw the recall it had all the classic symptoms.i have since traded the vehicle in for another explorer and will have those tires replaced as soon as possible.( dot number: tire size: 15 inch )

Rr tire blew out at highway speeds.external wall just exploded.no accident.my wife was able to control the vehicle while reaching the shoulder.( dot number: tire size: ?? )

I have had 9 flat tires and one blowout with the firestone wilderness at tires.( dot number: )

My explorer has been taken to both town fair tire & ford dealer and told the wilderness at p255/r7016 show tire splitting and cracking, ford has stated this on a service bill, they rotated the tires and put my spare on the front...but neither ford or town fair tire will change them, even though they are defected, because they are not on the recall list???? even though defected!( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

When the incident happen a part of the tire came apart and it damage the body and the gasoline tank fixture.my two sons were with me at the time.

For the record i wanted to inform you that i had one wilderness at iii come apart on me at approx 70 mph it was a rear tire and caused no accident but the seperated tread did do damage to my fender.this occured before i had any knowledge of the recall, since then i found a second tire that was cracking around the bead.i have since replaced all four tires even though they had over 50% tread left on them.ithese tires were not listed as the defective tires being recalled but the one came apart just like the reports have stated, and the second one did not appear safe in light of the recent problems.feel free to contact me i do have records on the exchange of the first tire and the subsequent exchange of the full set.( dot number: vd tire size: 31 950 r15 )

When i changed out my snow tires in spring of 1999 i noticed a new vibration which i never noticed previously.i attempted to have the tires balanced several times and had other issues such as front allignment defects all ruled out, finally the tires themselves were checked by ford and found to be defective (2 at the time on the rear). I also had a 3rd tire replaced as it was puntured about the same time.at the time it appeared the 4th tire was fine and the vibration finally disappeared. A few months later i put my now tires (on their own rims) put on the rear only and had the rear normal radials moved forward.i did not notice any further problems until changing from my snow tires back to all normal tires in the spring.i finally took my vehicle in for tire rotation and balance last month (july) but despite several attempts by perry's tire the right rear tire defied al attempts at balancing.i am again driving with a vibration and ford is resisting solving all of my headaches and replacing all of these tires with other than firestone wilderness ht tires and insist they have to rebalance and drive it first but even if the tire is defective they insist they cant replace all of my tires.it was clear that 2 tires were defective a year ago and now i am having the same problem again.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r14 )

Pe#00020 - firestone wilderness ht p225/70r15. All four tires are begining to peel where the tread meets the sidewall.firestone dealership refused free replacement with poor customer service.the tires were the original tires purchased with the vehicle.the vehicle is a mazda truck, p2500 1999.

Pe00020,aftermaket tires for the 1992 f150; while driving long distance for a period of time,driver's and passenger's front tires andrear passenger's tire seemed to have "bubbled in the belts oftires, causingtires to rise, andair came between thebelts,which may cause the tread to separate.please provide further information.

The original firestone wilderness tire failed and shredded while driving. *mjs

Pe#00020; p235/75r15 dot#vn.all four tires are experiencing cracking aroung the tires.both offront tires have cracks all the way around them, inside and outside. Tires were the original ones purchased with the vehicle. Vehicle is a ford truck, ranger, 1998.

I have not had a failed tire yet.i am trying to avoid a catastrophic failure from occuring.i have p255/70r16 firestone wilderness at tires on my 1999 ford expedition.i have come across an internal ford memo from www.safetyforum.com that has ford instructing their service departments and dealers overseas (in the middle east and north africa) to replace all (5) 16 inch widerness at tires on their ford vehicles.the memo states that this is due to the possibility of interior tire degredation and tread separation.i would like an answer as to why this memo does not apply to the same tires on the same ford vehicles in the us.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

My family was on vacation and traveling on interstate 85 south.about 1/2 hour before stopping the vehicle started to sway.i thought it was a cross wind or air pocket created as we passed or was passed by traitor trailers on the road.the family decided to stop for lunch and exited off i85 south at 12b. We proceeded to golden corral - 807 e. Atlantic street - south hill, virginia.upon exiting the vehicle i noticed the left rear tire going flat.i inspected it and notice two slashes about two inches in length on both sides if tire about two feet apart.the cut was on the side of tire where the tread began and was separating.at this time a customer leaving the golden corral approached me and inspected the tire and told me this is the same tire that was reported on the 6pm news one day earlier as being defective.i contacted aaa to change my flat tire.later that afternoon we stopped in raleigh, nc and purchased one new firestone wilderness at tire.one used tire became the spare and two new tires were on the rear(the original spare and the new tire just purchased).we continued safely on our trip to eufala, al.on august 23, 2000 i contacted my dealership in reference to the tires beging exchanged.the person answering the phone indicated they had nothing to do with the replacement but a firestone dealer in emerson, nj was involved.late in the morning of 8/23/00 i went to the emerson, nj firestone dealership and the tires were inspected and was told one tire was ok(i supposed the one purchased on 8/3/00).however, i was placed on a waiting list and told the backlog was about one month.i proceeded to my dealership and explained to them what had happened during vacation and i wanted my tires replaced.dean griffen was helpful but did not have any tires nor did two other locations that were called.i on my own purchased 5 tires from goodyear in bergenfield, nj.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15s )

On july 13, my family and i were traveling from yuma, az to san diego, california.our right front tire's tread came away from the rest of the tire while we were going 70 miles an hour.these tires were inspected by alexander ford in yuma az in april and determined to be fine.on july 24th, i was once again traveling from yuma,az to california and the tread on my back left tire cracked and part of it came off as well.both the tires were obviously replaced, and in fact i still have one of the tires in my possession.( dot number: )

I was returning from the state fair in milwaukee wi with my son.while traveling north thur fond du lac, wi the rear driver side tire blew out.was able to pull over to the side of road.only the side walls of the tire remained.i had checked all four tires before leaving the camp grounds in the half hour before the tire failed.as a otr truck driver i've expernced serveral type's of tire failure, recaps, hot/cold weather, etc.after veiwing the tire, i was alarmed because the trend was totaly gone.all that remained was two sidewalls and a dented rim. (dot number: dont havetiresize: p225/70r14)

While driving down a back road in a rain shower, truck begain to pull to the right.i stop the vehicleand looked at the tires and the right front tire was flat.i changed the tire and returned it to the ford dealer i purchassed the truck from because it appeared to me the tread was starting to seperate.as the tire only had 900 miles on it i fought with the dealer but lost and had to purchase a new tire to replace it.i contacted firestone dorect and was in formed that they wanted the tire before they would make do anything and i informed them that the dealer had the tire but that they had a major problem with their tires if they come apart at only 900 miles. They did agree to pay for half the cost of the tire only, and sent a check for appox. $45.00 after i sent them the invoice.( dot number: 027596 tire size: p245/75r16 )

Have to add air several times on rear tires since we purchaced( dot number: tire size: p225r7015 )

No summary.( dot number: )

On friday oct 1st. Heading out of town the drivers rear tire blew out -the truck is a 2002 suburban with wilderness le tires.the side-wall blew apart.fortunatelyi was able to keep the truck under control and pull over.took it to chevrolet dealer they said they couldn't do anything.firestone said they would pro-rate the tire- never really looking or recording the defective tire.gm is now looking into thisand is supposed to get back to me.since then i purchase 4 new tires (goodyear).firestone has had recall on wilderness in 2001.the tires were 2001. On this truck.we did keep the tire that is defective.

I believe that i have evidence of addtional firestone plants that have made defective tires.my vehicle doesnot have the vd tire code, but has a vn code with the tires having a distinct hairline crack just under the tread line around the enitre tire.i have been told by the firestone dealer, my autodealer and by the tire dealer that just replaced these tires that they show the same "cracking" as the vd tire code.i have kept these tire and would offer them to you for further investiagtion. I am reqesting that nhtsa keeps the investigaion open and that they assist my self, and other vehicle owners with additional defective tires, in obtaining a refund from the tire manufactuer.( dot number: vn tire size: 235 75x15 )

No summary listed for above vehicle. (tiresize: 265 75 r16)( dot number:tire size: 265 75 r16 )

A 4inch chunck of tread was missing, and the tread around area was loose. It looked like a retread coming apart.( dot number: w2cu1px137 tire size: p255/70r16 )

I had replaced 3 wilderness at tires with 3 wilderness at tires by the time the 3rd one blew out and this time i ended up in a large ditch after rolling 1 and 1/half times.i complained to firestone and ford both since i bought the new tires at both places.they blamed each other.i tried to tell them that the tires were not wearing right, very different than any other tires i've ever owned, but they would not listen to me, and now its too late!!!!!( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Three tires have had failures on the highway.2 replaced w/partial warranty.( dot number: tire size: 265-75r-15 )

No summary listed for above vehicle.(dot number: vdhlawr330tiresize: p235/75r15)

Tire tread separated while returning from vacation in florida on 30 july 2000.tire pressure was checked and all tires held 32 psi prior to return trip.tread separation caused the rear of our vehicle to slide from side to side and nearly roll.had it not been late at night with no traffic in nearby lanes, the grace of god, and some driving skill the outcome would have very very different for my family.as of 31 august we're still waiting on the local firestone dealer to respond to our request for replacement tires.( dot number: vn08 ipu tire size: p235-70r16 )

Pe#00020; firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15, dot#hy.vehicle was taken to an authorized firestone dealer to find that all four tires were cracking. Cracks werein the sidewall of where tread met the tire.tires were purchased with the vehicle.vehicle is a ford, truck explorer, 1998.

Tread separation, all rubber peeled off,this size should be on recall( dot number: tire size: 735 70r/16 )

I purchased some firestone tires wilderness atiii size 30x9.50r15lt for my 1998 jeep cherokee on 9/8/99. Since the day they were purchased, i've experienced problems with the tires. My truck drove differently. My tires gave a knocking sound and the best way i know to describe the problem, it seemed as though they were about to come aloose from my vechicle. I went to my local firestone dealer and they assured me the tires were "ok" each time i went. I visited a firestone dealer on 8/7/00 and he stated as a customer satisfaction gesture, he would allow me to trade my tires in and get some replacement tires. The tires were to be in on thursday 8/10/00 and they would be mounted on my vechicle at that time. Firestone did a recall on 8/9/00 and when i contacted the dealer, he stated he could not replace my tires because they only had instructions to replace a certain tire and my tire was not on the list. I urged him to replace them as we had agreed and allow me to pay the difference but he refused (this was the original plan anyway). He then proceeded to hang up. I took my vechicle in on 8/7 and 8/8 so they could test drive the vechicle to see how the tires performed. Each time they assured me the tires were "ok". To date, i have not had any accidents from these tires. However, i urge your office to investigate the idea of firestone expanding this recall. I plan to purchase some more tires because i tired of fighting with this company about my complaints. I haven't been satisfied with these tires since they were purchased. I sent an e-mail to firestone on 8/8 and on 8/7 i contacted the consumer affairs dept and the receptionist did a 3-way conference call with the manager of my local firestone company on rodney parham rd. In little rock. His name was dave (?) and he told me to bring my truck in and he would do a replacement. After the recall was announced, he change his mind. I have not heard anything from the company, nor do i expect to. I do want this compliant logged.*

I was going the speed limit outside of la and my tire shredded into 3 perfect pieces. There is a tiny hole in the tire but i have only seen a tire deteriorate such as this on the news with the cases of recalled tires. Please tell me that there are more tires out there than mine doing this and it is not just coincidence my tire was made in the same plant as all of the recalled too. Junk....just junk i tell ya. And if i had been driving an explorer i probably would not be here writting you today. (dot number: w2xo w66tiresize: 225/60r16)

Tires were inspected under recall and front tires had separationn.all four tires were replaced. I sent in all the paper work that firestone needed under the recall but they refused to reimburse any money i laided out because the code on my tires were not the v.d code the code on my tires were w.2 code.(dot number: w2hl1py159tiresize: 235/75/15)

Travel down highway 287 in texas, tread came of vehicle causing me to lose control, i rolled the vehicle 1 1/2 times. Minor bruses to the head, lt arm and left leg.( dot number: tire size: p235/15/75 )

The tread of the passenger-side front tire came detached from the tire while i was driving south on i-5 in san diego. My car nearly flipped over and some damage was done to my front quarter on the passenger side. I did not know there had been numerous complaints about these tires doing the same thing to other people, so i replaced the tires myself at a cost of $546 out of fear for safety with those tires. I'm concerned that firestone will try to ignore people who have already purchased new tires on their own, even though it was firestone's defective tires that needed to be replaced. Please help us make sure that firestone owns up to their mistake and compensates people like myself who could have been killed as a result of their defective product.( dot number: )

Back right tire began to separate and go flat while driving. Also,there are cracks along the side were tread meets the side wall. P25570r16 is tire size, and tire was on a ford, expedition, 1999.

Tire exploded for no apparent reason while driving down the highway.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

This tire blew out during normal use while under warranty mileage....there was no puncture found and no sharp object that pierced the tire. A large round hole was found in the middle of the tire. The driver did not hit anything..it happened during travel on a cleared and clean and dry southern highway. (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

The cap of this tire peeled off while highway driving.do not know if these were original tires or replacement.tread on other rear tire was worn but not bad.we will keep the tire and pictures.( dot number: w208ipt137 tire size: p235/70r16 )

My tires have not failed, but i have serious concerns about the safety of these tires. I understand that ford has replaced firestone tires for free on vehicles sold in other countries. I don't understand how ford can consider itself liable elsewhere but not in the usa. I personally don't care where my tires were manufactured or who's liable. I don't trust these tires. My wife drives this vehicle. I can't believe that firestone thinks 40 deaths caused by tire failure out of 48 million tires is acceptable. It wouldn't be if it was your mother or daughter. I think all of these tires should be recalled, not just the 14 million made in decatur, il.( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

Tires developed a loud roar.air pressure varied from 32lbs. To 18.vehicle does not feel as stable as other explorer that i have had with different type of tires.conway ford says the tires were not made in ill. And do not need to be replaced.i feel that these tires are not safe and am afaid to drive on them.( dot number: e4027477 tire size: p235-75r15 )

Bfore we moved from illinois in june, we had the vehicle inspected. The tires were "perfectly normal." within three months, the tread is now splitting from the base of tire to the point where steel belts are visible. 2 different firestone dealers confirmend that the heat has caused this to occur, "exactly like the 15 inch models, but only the 15 inch are covered. I'd buy new tires or be very careful." these tires were funtioning normally until they were exposed to extreme heat conditions. I'm not in a position to purchase new tires and, i don't believe it's fair to put my family in serious jepordy because these tires were not produced to withstand all elements that they might encounter. I hope and pray someone responds to this. Thank you very much for your time.( dot number: tire size: p255/70 r1 )

Firestone recall doesn't address all tires sizes, only one size. I can not see why only one size would be affected. I feel that a total recall of all sizes in the affected series should be done. Anything lees seems to be an attempt by a major business to pacify washington at the expense of the consumer. Please encourage firestone and ford to reconsider this recall. Until this is done, i cannot feel confident transporting my family in my 30 day old, 2000 ford expedition with 17" firestone wilderness at tires.( dot number: tire size: 265r75-17 )

I have had one blowout traveling approx. 65 mph on an expresswayand have replace two other oem tires (at different times) because of broken belts in the tires... Both mechanics told me that it appeared as though i had a defective tire.that is was nothing i was doing wrong, or that the truck was doing to the tires.the tires basically started giving me trouble at about the 50,000 mile mark - i thought tires should last a bit longer than that.before al the reports i was feeling as though there were problems with just my set of oem tires, but i see that a lot of others are having similar problems.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

The first tire (left rear) blew out while travelling at freeway speed.the vehicle swung to the left.fortunately no one was near me and i was able to bring the vehicle to a safe stop.the second incident occurred approximately one week later.again at freeway speed, the right rear tire suddenly went flat.the vehicle was safely brought to as stop.both tires have been replaced with new tires of the same model.( dot number: w2t6 tire size: p265/70r17 )

Fyi: these tires show same symtoms as recalled "at" & "atx" - but i'm told they're not part of recall - i have one that is severly out of balance, especially on hot days( dot number: 02 7532 tire size: 255 70r15 )

Experienced a surpise blowout while on the interstate 45 freeway in houston - no road hazards - the tire just blew up.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I hydroplaned in november 1999 in a ford explorer with brand new firestone wilderness tires.i was traveling at 40 mph (10 miles below the speed limit) and the conditions were rainy.there were several very serious injuries to all parties involved.i have been reading about problems with explorers and these tires and i'd hoped to get more information and register a complaint if applicable.please let me know if i can help to prevent any other accidents.thank you!.( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )

While driving on route 34, near tidewater, oregon, rear tire disintegrated and we were able to guide the vehicle to the side of the road. Luckily no-one was coming in the opposite direction at the time. We were able to secure assistance from a nearby resident who called tow truck from waldport, oregon. Tire was in shreds, and smoking when we stopped.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire failure may be related to investigation pe00-020.major tear occurred at sidewall/tread interface.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Outside layer of tire peeled off in a section across width of tire, almost put me in ditch. I could have been another fatality statistic.ford and firestone will not acknowledgethis as theirresponsibility.one( dot number: w2cu1px tire size: 255/70r 16 )

Consumer has a 1995 ford explorer.right rear tire blewout at 55-60mph. Vehicle was totalled.

Bought full set of tires 2 years ago. Over one year i had 6 flat tires from punctures, one of which punctured the tire so bad as to make it unrepairable. Four of these incidents were driving on normal roads, the other two on gravel roads. So called 'all terrain' tires should not be so prone to puncturing. ( dot number: tire size: 235/15 )

Not one of the recalled tires made at decatur il plant( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )

Vehicle was going south on nys rte 41 at 40mph and began pulling left, driver steered to the right.the next thing i remember the vehicle had crossed the northbound lane and was on its left side in a 5 ft ditch east of the northbound lane.the front and side airbags did not deploy and the left front tire was off the rim laying under the left front door.all tires had been rotated and properly maintained at 26 lbs as recommended on the manufactures sticker on the left front door.these tires are not included in the recent recall, as they do not have the "vd" dot#.the tread did not seporate, but was similar to accidents as depicted on the national tv news.( dot number: w2hl 1py tire size: p235/75r15 )

The firestone wilderness at (p235/75r15) tire experienced a split on the sidewall area. *mjs

Have cracks located where side wall and tread caps meet can see steel belts (all four tires)! have contacted firestone corp and local dealer no help given, also contacted ford they are keeping in contact. ( dot number: tire size: 255 70r16 )

All 4 tires have spider crackes on the outside of the rubber lugs. This tire should have beenrecalled. Ishould get 2 more years out of them, but i don't feel safe and think i'mtake the off. Please look into this tire size. Thank you( dot number: w2culpx tire size: p255/70r16 )

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

Tire started to seperate at the tread, caught the seperation before the tire completely seperated. Tire dealer indicated "normal seperation due to wear"( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 )

Prior to the submission of this questionnaire, i sent a copy of an e-mail that i sent to ford & firestone that included pictures of the tires.please check with the webmaster for this information as it was sent to that address.( dot number: not sure tire size: p245/75r16 )

The tire has not actually failed.the tire showed irregular wear after a trip of 2500 miles.the tire was moved to the rear and is presently making a humming noise.i will procede to firestone this week to have it checked out.( dot number: tire size: 205/15 )

My sister was killed when her ford explorer rolled over.she had a previous tire failure about 6 months before the fatal accident.( dot number: )

When applying for automobile insurance in tennessee (having recently moved here from michigan), the insurance agent/adjstor inspected the tires.even though the tread is still good, all four tires have a stress crack on the sidewall below the treads.the adjustor indicated this was the final stage before the tread separates from the tire, and advised me to replace them immediately.i took the car to a local firestone dealer, and was told these tires have not been recalled; therefore, he would not replace them at no charge.the tires have 25,000 miles on them and should last an additional 25,000 miles.i am gravely concerned about my safety on the road.what can i do?i cannot afford to replace them without reimbursement.( dot number: 8xhlipy169 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I am submitting this because of the recent controversy surrounding the 15 inch version of this tire.my 17 tire experienced an enxplainedcomplete separation of the exterior sidewall from the tread portion of the tire at 2000 miles, but the vehicle ( a ford expedition) handled it smoothly.i never thought to complain because there was no damage other than the tire, and when the local firestone dealer saw it, he replaced it for free, no questions asked.it is my belief that the reason that there is so much focus on the 15 inch version of this tire is that the vehicles on which it is installed (the ford explorer) are less stable and more likely to result in a crash in this type of failure.( dot number: tire size: 17 inch )

I have noticed that 14 inch tires are not being recalled.are there significant engineering design differences in 14 inch and 15 inch tires, or have they just been overlooked since they are not a very common size.i have had to special order them.i am currently needing to replace my second set of wilderness ht tires.both sets only lasted about 20,000 miles even though i maintained them the same as any other tires i owned which lasted 60,000 miles.thankyou.will be monitoring your press releases.contact me if you'd like.karen( dot number: tire size: p225/70r14 )

During vacation 2 tires had tread separation during trip over mtn passes in co after being in ar & tx. Tires were removed before any incident. Still have tires.this is the 3rd set of original style of tires that this has happened to since buying the truck new in 1996.( dot number: w208 tire size: 235/70r16 )

All 4 tires are separating, which was verified by a mechanic.they observe the exact same problem as the 15 in tires that are on recall. (tiresize: 16)( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Tire shredded when i was going down highway( dot number: tire size: 225/75r15 )

Backing vehicle outhit a dip, andfelt a thump. Stopped vehicle after it made weird noise. Checked tires andnoticed left rear tirewent flat. Cracks around it. Other tires were also losing air.1998, ford, ranger,p235/70r16 with 28,000 miles.

Tires in this failure are not on the recall list but are firestone.i was concerned so i inspected the tires.my visual inspection of all 4 tires indicated that the left front tire had wire belt edges sticking through the casing.[i put about 20 pricks in my hand feeling the inside edge]i could l put my hand under the tread and pull the it away from the tire.i replaced all four tires because of the similarity to tires on recall.after many calls to firestone, calls to firestone/bridgestone headquarters, visits to dealers, calls to ford, i have received no satisfaction or offers to reimburse me for the failure.one firestone dealer said it was because ford failed to instruct customers on proper alignment intervals.another said it was an alignment problem. When i asked how much could cause the problem he said .25 inches.i showed him the alignment i had done on replacement which was only out 0.05 inches.he then commented that the other front tire was within but at the high end of the tolerance.( dot number: w2081pt197 tire size: p235/70r16 )

No summary( dot number: ex bm06247 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Firestone, wilderness/ht, p20575r14 tread separated fromfoundation of tire while driving at 55 to 60 mph. Ford has been contacted.

While on freeway rear tire blew out causing me to lose partial control.came very close to flipping the vehicle. In fact witnesses say vehical was on two wheels at one point.due to good fortune and my skill i was able to steer out of the loss of control. ( dot number: tire size: 235/75 r15 )

No summary( dot number: w2uu tire size: p22570r15 )

While driving the vehicle experienced front and back right side tire blowouts which resulted in loss of control and vehicle rollover, one death and one injury as a result of accident. *mjs

Driver southbound on i-75. Left rear tire detreaded, vehicle veered to right and rolled three times across southbound lanes landing on passenger side on west shoulder.two back seat passengers ejected.( dot number: vdhlipm136 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driving on interstate when tire blew.tread became tangeled in emergency brake lines eganging brakes and disabling vehicle.to date, all four tires have had to be replaced for various defects.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Thumping noise noted.checked tires.found steel showing through,took vehicle to dealer.dealer stated truck was not out of alignment, was a tire manufaturer defect.took vehicle to firestone dealer told us the truck was out of alignment, there was nothing they could do.called firestone service representative, told me it was a ford problem. Took the vehicle totwo non firestone dealers, they inspected the vehicle and the tire and said it was atire defect.took my truck to a firestone dealer out of the area, did not show him the defective tire, had him check my truck, said the alignment was fine.then i had him look at the tire, he then proceeded to tell me well maybe your truck is out of alignment, you havent rotated your tires properly, havent kept them inflated to the correct pressure.i do have documentation as to when the tires were rotated.we check the air pressure once a week when we fill the vehicle with fuel.he did say though, to keep the customer happy i will replace the tire on a 50% pro-rate. I accepted this and bought two new tires.i feel firestone is covering up problems.( dot number: tire size: 22570r15 )

All tires on this vehicle have splits in the area where the tread and sidewall joins.although there have been no failures at this point , if these are not replaced soom failure is a given. I recently measured the tread depth on these tires and found 7/32 remaining indicating proper presure and alignment have been maintained .please add this tire line to your ongoing investigation into the firestone tire failures . Thak you , r oger knipptained .( dot number: 027537 tire size: p21565r15 )

Had the tires checked by firestone friday. At 7:30 pm sat we were stoped on i-95 for aprox. 30 min. Due to muck fires. Tires cool, road cool. 8pm at 70 mph right rear tire seperated. No damage to occupants or vehicle. I still have the tire, it is a "poste( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe#0020p235/75r15, dot#vn;consumer has experienced cracking aroundouter sides of all four tires.cracking developed wheretread met the sidewall.consumer had replaced four tires and spareat his own expense. Tires were purchased with the vehicle.the vehiclewas a 1998, ford truck, explorer.

Tread is comming off tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

Tire looses pressure rapidly after a few weeks of slow air loss.repair facility removed/inspected tire and found no holes but has commented this to be a common problem associated with firestone tires.i am replacing 4 tires due to safety concerns.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

Pe00020; both rear tires experienced cracking around the bottom of the tread. Tires were leaking air. Consumer had to replace all four tires. Please fill specific tire details.

4 firestone tires 1 atx and 1 at of the ones recalled blew. 2 other firestone tires at not recalled did not blow.( dot number: atx < atvd tire size: 235 75 r15 )

Problems with these tires are being reported on channel 11 news today and i have had a similar very frightening incident with a blow-out on my suv.both ford and firestone refused to accept any fault or responsibility for the problem. My local garage tanglewilde auto service (houston 713-785-3470 steve munsey) tell me that they have had numerous customers (ford explorer owners) who have suffered the same problems. If these tires can be attributed to death and injury then they should be investigated for possible defect.( dot number: 027477 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Consumer was told by dealer that the firestone wilderness tires were separating and stated it was dangerous to drive on them, when the vehicle was taken to firestone and firestone stated everything looked fine.nlm

Pe00020; all four tires are experienced cracking around the bottom of tread. Tire sizep235/75r15, dot# vn for all four tires. Firestone wilderness at. Vehicle 1997, mercury truck, mountaineer. Tires are the original tires purchased with the vehicle.

I've not had a failure but it seems that the 16" tire has exhibited the same failures as the recalled 15" tire and ford voluntarily replaced all such tires in teh middle east.it seems imperative that the nhtsa require a recall of the 16" firestone wilderness tire as well as the 15" tire.my 16" tire, apparently, was produced at the same decatur, illinois problem plant.( dot number: vdcu tire size: p255/70-16 )

I am concerned since at recommended tire pressure the both the inner and outer ribs are rounding prematurly and it is starting to go out of ballance which deffinately means the tires are changing configuration.why has mazda not been involved in the tire recall since they use the same tires on their vehicles?( dot number: tire size: r15x235 )

We were returning from calif. When my right front tire separated, which made my vehicle pull sharply to the left. When that happened it tore the moldingoff my wheel well, andthe running board, also inflicting damage the body as well.when it separated it scared the heck outof my 11 year-old daughter and her friend.we were just lucky this time. Since then 3 dealerships 2 being firestone noticed my remaining 3 tires were beginning to separate and should be replaced immediatly, which i did reluctantly with bridgestone.the recall definetly should include the p255/70r16 as well , since my case is not the only one . The next one may not be as lucky!( dot number: w2cu1px tire size: p255/70r16 )

On march 6, 2000 i went to the firestone tire store in davie fl. After i explaned what had eccurred & showed them the tire with the tread half off, they replied "will that be cash or credit?" now i know that this was not a fluke & have been tring to get my money back from firestone so far with out any luck.( dot number: )

Firestone has issued a recall on only one size of the failing tire, what about the other sizes?the 265 come on my expedition, it is made with the same design flaw, manufactured at the same factory, why is no one addressing or admitting to anything but the 235.235's are the most popular size used thus the reason from them showing the leading failure rates.the other size tires are no different, just not used as widely but firestone will not even consider the possibility or admit other tires are flawed. Please in the interest of my families safety and millions of other look into the failures of other size firestone wilderness at tires that are should be recalled.( dot number: tire size: p265x16 )

-right rear tire tread seperated; approx. 24 inches in length by 4 inches in width; tread seperated from the inner most load bearing area( dot number: tire size: 235/70r16 )

Road noise got so loud that walker ford told me to get new tires( dot number: w2???? tire size: p235/75r15 )

Cannot get a answer if mine could be bad( dot number: tire size: p275r16 )

I was traveling at approximately 45mph when i heard a lound noise and realized that i had experienced a blowout on my right rear tire.i changed the tire and promply notified my ford dealer where i had purchased the vehicle.ford never notified me at any time that the tires were under possible investigation for defects.i believe that i experienced defective tires made by firestone that were only seven months old and had less than 13k miles on them.( dot number: )

Tires were inspected by firestone & found to be defective.firestone said these tires are not on recall list but said that all tires should be replaced but i would have to pay for replacement tires.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

This is the second firestone tire to failon my truck in 9 mos( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

Driving to indianapolis on a cold march night--sudden collapse of right front tire--front face of tire completely seperated at edge of tred---not a decatur, il plant tire!--tow truck mechanic called for help via 911--said he never saw a similar blow-out--also, he removed lugnuts by hand because they were not tightened at the factory--incident reported to sales mgr. At bill mccoy ford in muncie, in. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Due to the large recall we had our tire inspected by a firestone dealership in taylors, sc . The tires have serious cracks in the side walls, this was confirmed by the dealership however they state these tires were not in the recall and if we wanted them replaced we would have to pay a prorated amt. The vehicle has less than 20,000 miles there should not be any problems with the tires at this mileage, the recall needs to be expanded. We welcome anyone from the nhtsa to inspect the tires. The dealership was very helpful but said there hands were tied in this matter. The tire are the w2 series. We are relying on you to help in this matter because we do not feel it is our responsibility to pay for any part of this defect.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

While approaching a bridge consumer heard a "pop" noise, seconds later the tire went down (firestone wildness at 235-75-r15) (ford explorer- 1997) refer to odi # 553609.nlm

Had tire blowout 1 mile from home on country road due to sidewall failure. Needed replacement tire. After learning about defects, had all 4 tires replaced.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )

Please add my name to the list of people who have experienced trouble with their ford ranger factory installed tires.my bad experience occurred while driving a straightaway on the local highway (h3) at approx. 55-60 mph.it was around 10:30 am and the temp was 80-85 with sunny skies.i had earlier noticed strange wear patterns, but my dealer informed me this was normal.the right rear tire completely came apart leaving only the sidewalls -- the tread detached completely.at the time i assumed it was merely a bad tire and purchased an identical replacement (at a local firestone dealer) to maintain a complete set.the dealer kept the faulty tire so i cannot provide it for inspection.thankfully, no one was seriously injured although it was quite scary when the vehicle lost complete control.there didn't seem to be any danger of rollover, but my pickup bed was empty at the time so i'm unsure of the potential danger with a full load.i'm pretty sure i have no legal recourse against the manufacturor, but my experience is similar to the recent reports i've been hearing.i hope this info assists you in your investigation.the remaining tires on my truck are exhibiting strange wear patterns and an alignment doesn't seem to be the problem.if you need any further info please don't hesitate to contact me.the thought that these tires are responsible for deaths is very disturbing considering i drive on the highway daily and hawaii is typically hot and sunny.thank you, jim delacy( dot number: tire size: p22570r14 )

As you can see by the mileage, i have a brand new subaru outback legacy stationwagon and it is a beautiful machine.it came equippedwith firestone wilderness tires and we are very concerned.i do not want to see my outback flipped over in the road with me or my husband in it.we bought this car to replace our saturn which was totalled in an accident when someone hit it at 50 mph.i work for the consumer product safety commission and as you may be aware we do lots of recalls on defective products.the accidents are racking up almost daily with these tires.please issue a recall.i don't want to add insult to injury and have to go out and replace brand new tires on a brand new car.lives are at stake here and so is may brand new subaru!help!( dot number: )

Cracking and seperation is begining on three tires with dot vn, fouth tire failed last year. Inspected by firestone, they would not provide me with a determination as to how safe the tires were. They informed they were over inflated, 30psi. All i can get from firestone is therun around.( dot number: vn tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driver went onto shoulder then back onto pavement, lost control, tires debeaded and vehicle rolled over.no air bag deployment.death of belted passenger.( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )

Had tread seperations 3 times with these tires. I replaced 2 then had another seperatioon and replaced 2 more.( dot number: tire size: 255/75r16 )

Pe#00020 - firestone wilderness at - p235/7r15 dot# vn.all four tires are expriencing cracking. Tread is ready to separate. These are original tires purchased with the vehicle.vehicle is a ford truck, 1997, explorer.

The passenger rear tire seperated at 70mph. This caused the vehicle to cross over 2 lanes of traffic. No other accident occured. Major damage was done to the side and underneath the vehicle. My 2 infant sons and my wife and brother-in-law were in the vehicle. The accident happened in ca.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r )

Tires are so bad out of shape they make my truck shake. They have lumps in them.( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 )

Wife of owner was driving vehicle on level asphalt pavement under normal conditions at speed limit. Tire "exploded" and came apart so violently that chrome steel rim was bent on impact with pavement. Driver was able to maintain control of vehicle and pull off onto shoulder.vehicle was towed for service. All tires and one rim were replaced. Infant child was a passenger at time of incident.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

The 15" wilderness that came stock with this forester had to be replaced at approximately 29,800 miles.i took it in for a tire rotation and les schwab informed that they could not rotate the tires as they had to be replaced due to extreme wear.those 15" tires should have lasted at least another 30,000 miles.i think that all wilderness tires regardless of size should be recalled as they are definitely a defective tire.( dot number: )

The tire simply "blew up" for no apparent reason.the tire dealer could not explain it.the tire was totally destroyed.this tire was 16"not 15"but it still "blew up".( dot number: tire size: p235/75r16 )

Two front tires wore out prematurely and the dealerrefused to perform an alignmentthe tires had become scolded on the inside at 20k miles. *scc

I wanted to let someone know that i agree with bridgestone, that it is not the complete fault of their tires and the fault must also be with the explorer itself. I have had numerous problems with the tires and even went as far as to proceed with the lemon law, which you can look up in florida to see the specifics. Of course ford blamed the tires which they replaced with michelin's. I still have the same shaking and vibration problems i had with the firestone tires. Ford said that the explorer's ride that way and tried to tell me that what i was feeling was "normal". To me, this is a total lack of safety concern for me or any other person that purchases their product. What if my tires had blown out on the highway before they were replaced after complaining to them for months? they put my life in jeopardy. On top of that, i had my oil changed the other day and found that they never replaced the spare, which turned out to be a recalled tire, so i can assume that the other 4 were recalled also. It was replaced by the dealer who performed the oil change. I honestly do not feel safe driving this vehicle even with different tires because it still shakes and vibrates pretty bad at highway speeds and i just had the tires rotated, balanced and aligned. I honestly feel that there is something mechanically wrong with the vehicle. I also feel that i should have won with the lemon law, and that something should be done for having jeopardized my life for months before they changed out the tires and also because it still has the same problems. Of course, all the news about the recalled tires came after i had completed the lemon law action against ford. I feel that ford was grossly negligent with regards to my personal safety and if there is going to be something done on that level, i would like to be involved. Nothing has happened yet, but i do not feel safe in the vehicle and it does feel like the tires are going to come off when i am on the highway (tiresize: p235/75r15)

Tires replaced because of reported tire problems with this size and application and after expert examination they were found to be dangerous, so i had them replaced with goodyeartires, i have spoken to firestone but they refuse to act on reinbursement due to the fact that i replaced the tires one day before the recall.( dot number: tire size: 235/75sr15 )

Tire experienced belt to belt separation.(dot number: w273tiresize: p26575r16)

All tires are original equipment and are developing cracks along the entire outside circumference of the sidewall of the tire where it meets the tread. These cracks have continued to enlarge and two separate tire dealers in my home area have observed the tires and stated that they are separating and should not be driven on. I have advised ford via a local dealer and via e-mail to the main headquarters and have had no satisfaction. These tires are kept at a 32 psi minimum and are even removed in the winter months. I would think that someone from firestone would want to view these before they completely seperate and they may hold a better clue as to the seperation problem that is taking place. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Vehicle vibration noticed often at high speeds (60-70 mph). Tires (4) replaced with new michelin 235/75r15 ltx owl 6c 104r 78868 tires on 9/6/00. Mileage on tires and vehicle at replacement was 11,457( dot number: w2hl tire size: 235/75r15 )

Truck was giving a bumpy ride at various speeds. Went to my mechanic who examined the tires upon my complaint. He pointed out on both front tires where the tread was starting to separate from the sidewall. Told me not to drive the vehicle on the highway at all due to impending danger. Took vehicle to ford, they told me they could not replace the tires. Called firestone, they would replace with the same tires that i was having trouble with. Called ford co.in detroit, customer service told me that nothing could be done, firestone problem. I got the run around. Replaced tires on my own and have saved the firestone tires should they be recalled for tread separation. (dot number: w208tiresize: p235/70r16)

Pe00-020,wilderness at,p25575r16, consumer was driving at approximately 65-70 mph and noticed bouncing,and a shimmying. Took vehicle to a ford dealer, and was told that all 4 tires had to be replaced due to separation, even though the tires looked like theywere in good condition, and had alot of tread on it.

Vehicle experienced failure of the firestone wilderness tires prior to recall notification, consumer requesting reimbursement and replacement of remaining tires (00t-005).*mjs

Actual tread separation.it looked like the tires had cracked around the outside edge of the tread at the sidewall, and the two front tires looked like they had been "plugged" several times per tire.firestone wanted to "sell" me tires.i finally got ford to replace them.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

My daughter was driving the explorer back to college when the right rear tire disintegrated causing the vehicle to roll twice.she was cut several places and bruised her left shoulder.the vehicle was totaled.the investigating officer put the cause of the accident to be the failure of the right rear firestone tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire failure caused truck to veer into ditch-replaced all tires with larger size for safety( dot number: unknown tire size: p235/70/16 )

Right rear tire disintegrated while driving approximately 5:30 pm 08/18/2000 on south florida's alligator alley, no injuries or car damage.changed tire with spare and going to dealer to replace all tires now.weather conditiions were overcast, speed was approximately 70 mph.tires filled to 30 psi recommendation by firestone/ford( dot number: )

Tire came completely apart while traveling on a five lane highway.i was able to get the car to the center median but rim was also damaged.there is very little left of the tire, only 2 inches of the side wall.everyone who has looked a the tire says they have never seen a tire so severely damaged.luckily no one was hurt.( dot number: )

Bad steering wobble; difficulty in maintaining control. Belt separated on all 4 tires. Firestone replaced with wilderness ht tires at owner's expense.( dot number: unavailabl tire size: 23575r15xl )

Tire delaminated.(dot number: w208tiresize: p235/70r16)

Tire tread is showing sings of separation (cracked around circumference of tire, below tread line).firestone in springfield, va (703)9226565 confirms that this is a defect, however this is not a recalled tire.this tire was made in canada vn series, not vd.it is, however, showing the same danger signs the recalled tires are exhibiting.firestone refused to replace it under the recall, but did offer a prorated cost replacement (once they can find some tires to sell me).( dot number: tire size: 235r75-15 )

The firestone wilderness (p225/70r14) tires have been continually out of round, several allignment and rototation completed, however the wheel is still defective.mjs

Left fronttireseparation contributed to rollover accident on march 10, 2001. Tires were not on recall but they were under investigation, and by the account of the emergency personel, at the site,the tow company, and body shop, ahve all said the separated front tire contributed to the rollover. What is my options at this point? (tiresize: 255/70r/15)( dot number:tire size: 255/70r/15 )

I had a blow out june 2000. The blow out occurred on the driver's side front tire.the tire was a firestone wilderness ht, and for no apperent reason the tire just blow out.the tire had approximately 7000 miles on it.i bought the tire in nov. Of 1999.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r14 )

I just want to inform you that i have a different size of the firestone wilderness at's, i have taken them to firestone.they won't do anything about them because they are not the "recall" size.the tires do appear to be seperating.i am not waiting for your investigation.i feel my famlies life is worth more than $450.00 for a new set of tires.i know you are doing additional investigation.if you find that other sizes are at fault, please consider the people that had them switched upon announcement of the original recall.i am going to keep my firestone's in the garage for awhile until your investigation is over.also please consider that the size they recalled is the most popular of the firestone's installed on explorers, but the 16" wheel is an option on the vehicle.so if "most" of the accidents occured on the 15" that would jive with the ratio !!also consider that the vehicles sold in the south are the ones with problems... Maybe because of heat as reported. . does ford ship vehicles from specific assembly plants to specific areas of the country ?if so this could explain why it appears to be only from the decatur plant, when in fact it could be that just the majority of vehicles that get shipped to the southern states are the ones that get tires from the decatur plant ?? just a logical thought that crossed my mind.i appreciate your organization and respect the outcome of your investigation regardless of the conclusion.thank you very much for reading my e-mail during this busy time !!!! v/r, bill breedlove [email protected]( dot number: wh????? tire size: 255/70/16 )

Contrary to ford/firestone's claims that only wilderness tires manufactured at their decatur plant is defective, i have had 8 flat tires and one blow out in three years with wilderness tires having dot #s of vnhl vice vdhl.i had not had 9 flat tires in( dot number: vnhl1py196 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire exploded after several hours of driving. Air pressure had been checked two days before and was properly inflated. Asked tire dealer about possible defective tire and he said there wasn't enough tire left to determine casue of failure. Tire dealer stated that the tire had "shredded"( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Firestone has recalled their wilderness at fifteen inch tires but i have sixteen in tires of the same brand.these tires are showing cracks at the same location where tread separation is occuring on the fifteens.i beleave that these tires on my ford expedition may be unsafe.how can i pursue this issue since i have this vehicle leased from ford motor co.these cracks are consistant on all for tires and look like they are just waiting to separate. If it belonged to me i would not drive another day on these tires but it is on a four year lease.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

A piece of tread approximately 4 inches wides by 3 inches high came off of this particular tire.we noticed it with the vehicle parked.we took it to the firestone dealer and they replaced this tire with another firestone wilderness at.the firestone tires were recalled the next day but do not include the one we had or any of the ones we currently have.firestone ordered us some bridgestone tires to replace all of the tires on aug. 9 and we have not received them yet.these firestone tires are unsafe because the tread separated even though they are not dot vdhl.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: 236/75r15 )

One tire delaminated at high speed. Filed claim with firesrtone forreplacing tire & repair of trck damage.they did so under firestone incident #018399. While claim beng processed, about a week later we noticed two more tires with metal wires poking thru sides of tread. Tok truck to irestonestore tucson, az.emplyee aware of my prior claim, and at that point he relaced 3 more tires (the 2 with metal showing + other one then in use.we had no injury, i got no hassle from firestone. Only recently was i aware of extent of firestone tire problems.the point of my report is to alert you that sixteen " tires,(we had p235/70rx16sl tires) are also a problem.i recetly reported this to ford motors.reply from them was general in nature, but they told me to be sure tires are properly inflated. I maintain these tires as i have other in the 50 years i have owned vehicles and never before have i experienced a tire delaimnation as we did with these firestone wilderness tires.a concern we now have is the tires were replaced with other wlderness "ht" tires.ee.( dot number: )

These tires had been a problem with cracked sidewalls, which i had to fight with firestone to replace on one tire and the spare. Finally in march a freewy blowout forced me to replace the tires. All 5 including the spare. The blowout had the tread seperate from the casing just like the ford problem. After seeing all that's going on i contacted toyota who continue to advise me that these are not the same tires call firestone. I reeated me dialogue with toyota as a long time customer that i didn't by the tires from firestone i bought a truck from toyota. They ate not phased at all. They just continue to say call firstone. Well they have lost a customer with this cavalier attitude. I believe the firstone's problem is greated than just the ford explorer. The nhtsa should expand immediatley this probe to other makes and models.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Tread on the left rear side evaporated while driving at 75 mph in hot climate weather. This was a firestone,wilderness/at, p235/75r16 on a 1995, ford, explorer. Firestone or ford have not been contacted.

My daughter (age 19) was driving to a skating lesson when the pickup truck "veered to left" and spun out of control. It climbed a guardrail, went up over the guardrail, and rolled down an embankment. Pieces of the left front tire were on the highway and the remainder of the tire was shredded. All four tires were of the same make and model. I suspected a blow out but had no way of proving it.( dot number: )

Front 2 tires already had to be replaced (~$190) and back 2 need to be replaced now.( dot number: tire size: 22570r15 )

After 235-15 recall announcement i decided to check the tires on my truck. One of them suffered from belt separation. I took it back to firestone and they replaced it without any pro-rated charges. This problem may be bigger than just one tire size.( dot number: tire size: 265r75-16 )

3 tires separated within 2 weeks. Dealer informed firestone of defect and recommended replacement. Firestone refused replacement.further contact with firestone resulted in replacement based on prorata for bridgestone duellers.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

This tire "separated" while traveling on i 37 from corpus christi, tx to san antonio, tx.there was a strong vibration and an extreme pull to the right while traveling at highway speed.upon arrival in san antonio, we sought out a firestone dealership and stopped at firestone tire & service center at 4906 walzam rd.i apprised the technician of the symptoms and he already knew what i was describing.he advised that the tire had separated but that they would need to check it for sure.on this tire, it had "separated" but had not come apart like the one we later experienced that i have already notified you.it occured on 7/24/2000 and caused an estimated $2,800.00 damage to the left rear quarter panel of my vehicle.the purpose of this notification is to advise you of a tire that was not part of the recall "vd......" tires also failed and that there may be a design flaw in the tires themselves.the serial number on this tire was 8xhl1py0300.another troubling issue is the familarity of the technician with the problem even before he had to check it.how many other similar tires had he seen with this same problem?had firestone known of these problems prior to the us recall?( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

I was on the freewaywith my son it was hot when we got off it sounded like i had a flat tire when we looked the half tread around and half width was raised way up so we took side roads home. The dealership told me it's firestones problem ..firestone told me to pay $58.75 for a new one so i did ...no one ever checked the rest of my tires until i made them after the recall started one tire had 46lbs. In it the others were way off too.i am now stuck with a firestone tire thats not on the recall for my spare and i have purchased 4 goodyear tires to go on my car. I have sent away for the $400. I suposely get for the goodyear and i also asked for my $58.75 for the tire that almost killed us... Never before the recall did the dealership orfirestone have any concerns about the tiresor the well being of the drivers as far as air pressure or a chance of faulty tires.........i still loose $ on the tires but thank goodness i didnot die w/ my baby on that day......( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

No summary listed for above vehicle. (tiresize: 22570r15)( dot number: tire size: 22570r15 )

No damage done.tires are very unstable and cause truck to want to roll overwhen you have to break hard . Like someone pulling out in front of you or just hard breaking !!( dot number: ??? tire size: p245/75r16 )

The tire desintergrated.i took it to the firestone dealer who replaced without question or charge.they gave me no receipt.this happened in the spring of 1999 i believe.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r15 )

Tires did not fail but an vibration surfaced at 60-65 mph. Tires checked no apparent problems. When the news of the tire failures made the news i changed the tires to a cooper tire. Feel firestone is responsible for reimbursement of tires and that running at manufacturer 26psi is cause of problem.( dot number: tire size: p255x70r16 )

2 tires already seperated,have 1 seperating on truck now-all the same make and size the one now is the third tire that seperated( dot number: w208 tire size: p235/70r16 )

Have had a problem with the front tires wearing on the outside tread.in hich the dealer has been working with me since checking the alignments, inflation and rotating the front tires to no avail to correct the unusual wearing of the tire.the first incident was on 04/20/00 and the tire had less than 10,000 miles.and it appeared that the tire had a cut (small blow out) in the sidewall at edge of the tread area.it was replaced with the spare tire and another wilderness at tire was purchased as the spare.the second incident occurred on 08/03/00 and the tire had approx. 13,000 miles on it.this time the damage was more severe, there was a blown out splitting the entire sidewall down into the tread.it was all i could do to keep the explorer from rolling over.front tires: unusual wear pattern, cracks in them at the tread/sidewall area, as if they were dry rotted and they also had small cuts in the same area where the blowouts were happening.(pictures were taken)rear tires: cracks in them at the tread/sidewall area, as if they were dry rotted and they also had small to medium size cuts in the same area where the blowouts were happening.(pictures were taken)( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Ford dealer that repaired the damage to the ford advised me that the tread had seperated and blown the tire apart.he pointed out that the three remaing tires had a crack around the ties where the tread attaches to the body, and sugessted that i take the car to firestone for replacement as they were defective.the firestone mgr examined my tires and agreed that all four should b replaced.he stated that he would have to order them and would call me when the came in.the tires came in and were installed june 28 1999.firestone did not replace the blown tire at no charge but gave me an adjusted pricecharging me 59.99 for each of 4 tires plus balance,new valve stems,tire disposal fee,road hazard warranty,pls shop supplys.total adjusted price 359.49 i was unaware at the time of the problem firestone was having or i would never have been agreeable to that deal.i have copy of tire invoices,work performed byjohnson brothers ford and road service to place spare on at time of accident.if you need more information please let me know.( dot number: na tire size: 25570r16 )

No summary( dot number: tire size: 255-70-r16 )

While inspecting my vehicle to see if the tires were the ones being recalled (i.e looking to see if they had the vd code and were made in decataur), i noticed that my tires have cuts located equidistantly from the center.they range in size fro 1/4" to 1" long and are located on 3 of the 4 tires.i've sent pictures to your webmaster, however, he said to file a complaint using this form.whiledo not know if these cuts are related to the recall problem, i do feel that they represent a process or material problem with all of the firestone tires.i have tried going through ford and firestone to get replacements, but they have not been very helpful.i'm currently in the process of getting new tires to ensure my safety.if you'd like additional information, please feel free to contact me.denise welsh( dot number: )

No summary( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Replacement tires. On a ford f150 1998.

Tires are showning signs of tread seperation , crack all the way around tires on sidewall just below tread area.you can stick a dime into crack in tires. Was told by ford & firestone that these tires are not part of recall and were ok. Firestone dealer told me that this was normal for tires on large suv's.my father has a 4 wheel drive chevy suburan equiped with unaroyal tires of the same size and no cracking or other signs of trouble have shown up.how do i get these tires replaced< my wife and 2 girls are not safe with these tires.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: 235/75r/15 )

My mechanic,while doing an oil change,noticed the severe cut at separated tread on my right rear tire.also checking out the other tires,the rear left is badly cracked and starting to peel.they both have uneven tread wear.the right rear had to be changed immediatly.the left is in need of immediat repair also.i have a typed statement from the mechanic. (dot number: w2hl1py496tiresize: p235/75ri5)

Tread separated just as described in recall of smaller size tires. Tire blew out at highway speed.( dot number: )

Traveling northbound on i-295.puncture to right rear tire, driver lost control, rolled three times landing on roof against median guardrail.front seat passenger ejected and killed, second seat passenger ejected.( dot number: w2hlipy148 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I know this size is not subject to the current recall.but i wanted to let you know that i had a similar blow out with the larger tire.i still have the tire.( dot number: tire size: 16 inch )

All four tires have substantial cracks at the base of those alternating tread blocks which do not wrap onto the sidewall.the ford dealership says, "that size is not covered under the recall"and calls it "normal" but other brands of similar tires i have examined do not have cracks like these.i will provide photos if desired.i want to know if these tires are safe.if not, i want them replaced.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Fails to maintain air pressure. Can loose as much as 10 lbs in 3 hours of driving. Leaks were found at mold marks, on the side wall in the tread pattern(approx 3/4" from outside edge of tire), where usually small thin "antenna" like pieces stick out from tire sidewall .firestone dealer states the tire is not repairable nor covered under any warranty or recall.they offered no explaination of cause or solution other than to buy new tires. Note, problem is the same on 2 tires in same/similar places .( dot number: tire size: 245/75/16 )

Tires on vehicle are wilderness at, they have 30 psi of air each.right front tire is showing cracking at the crown of tire between tread and sidewall all the way around the tire.the right rear tire is showing some cracks just starting.the dot numbers do not start with vd, however it appears to me that this is the same problem as the wilderness at tires that do.i have serious concerns with these tires.( dot number: w2hl 368 tire size: p235/75r15 )

The truck has only 14,000 miles and the front, left tire split apart while driving under normal freeway conditions.( dot number: ? tire size: p205/75r14 )

Tire blowout.( dot number: tire size: p26570r16 )

Both front tires are in terrible shape. Both tires seem to have belt separation. The truck still steers straight, but the tires don't hold the road well and they ride extremely rough. The right front tire makes a slapping sound as it rolls.( dot number: tire size: 225/70sr15 )

Right rear tire disintegrated. Firestone dealer in vicksburg, ms offered no in formation that these tires were problem prone, nor did they allow tire wear credit toward the replacement tire( dot number: unk tire size: 23575r15 )

Tire blew out on interstate,entire side.was driving at normal speed in normal conditions.caused operator to temporarily lose control.tire pressure in all tires were normal and in excellent condition( dot number: tire size: 15 )

While driving 40mphfront right tire blewout, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle. Tire size and dot# unavailable. 1999, ford, explorer.

My tire blew out on the way to work and almost killed me. It is not one of the tires on the recall but i have had nothing but problems with them .they have caused a lot of damage to my vehicle and i know that they are a hazard.i have changed all of the tires to a different brand but wanted to report it anyway.( dot number: )

Why isnt this size tire not recalled? it is still the same brand and i am afraid to drive on them.please do something. Thanks.( dot number: tire size: 225p75r15 )

Vehicle started to vibrate, we checked all of the tires and saw nothing, continued to drive and eventually the vibration subsided some. Later noticed section of tread missing on back left tire. Took vehicle to authorized firestone dealer who immediately replaced defective tire and kept it. Gave us small credit toward new firestones. Bought firestone atx ii tires. Filed complaint with firestone and with tire dealer on 8/7/2000 for both sets of tires. Still have original 3 tires and original spare -never used- review of 3 shows what appears to be stress all around outer edge of tread. Am thankful no accident resulted and hope this information assists in investigation.( dot number: vdhl1py157 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I had been driving for about 12 hours on a trip starting in florida on my way to michigan. In kentucky i ran over a 2x4peice of wood about 6" long. The front tire went over ok, but the rear tire blow immediately. There was no tread separation just a big hole toward one side of the tread (not in the sidewall). I was able to stop safely even with a 500 lb load in the rear section of the truck. ( dot number: tire size: 255/60r16 )

I recently received an aug 17 letter from ford motor co. Re. The tire recall.though i do not have the recalled tires i contacted a local goodyear dealer and had them inspect the tires.3 tires are showing cracking and bubbling at the tread junction with the tire shoulder.in addition, one tire has underlying cord material erupting from the bubble.i have contacted firestone for a planned inspection.seems there may be a problem with other firestone tires and i thought you should know.( dot number: w270 tire size: p245/75r16 )

Heard big bang noise on highway. Did not run over anything. Tire went flat.( dot number: w2cd1px tire size: p255/70r16 )

I would like to forward a copy of the e-mail that i sent to firestone three weeks ago but i am unable to paste that letter into this box.if you could give me the appropriate e-mail address and whatever reference number would tie my letter to this form i'll send a copy. The short version is that the tire that my dealer installed on my truck to replace one that they had destroyed failed after 600 miles. There was a major deformation on the inside sidewall that pushed the bead away from the rim and allowed all the air out. I would have dismissed it as an isolated manufacturing defect but read the next day about the major problems associated with firestone tires and became more concerned - i wrote firestone and they seem to have decided that the best thing for them to do is to ignore me -(i do realize that they have their hands full now so maybe i'm somewhere on a very long list) - in any case i'm registering the problem with you folks.i'd be happy to forward a copy of the letter if you will let me know where to send it.( dot number: unknown tire size: p255/70r16 )

The dealer was notified on four different occasions of the obvious tire problem.the dealer balanced, rotated and aligned the tires.when the problem persisted the dealer advised that i notify the firestone tire and service center.i went to the firestone dealer and upon inspection of the tires was told that the left front tire was very dangerous because the belts inside the tire were separating.the representative also checked the right front tire and found it to also have separated belts.the firestone representative recommended for safety that i replace all 5 tires.the dealer prorated the tires based on the amount of tread remaining on the tires.as a safety measure i had the tires (wilderness at) replaced with uniroyal tiger paws at a cost of $200.32. I feel that i should not have had to bear the cost of replacing the tires.the belts were separating due to defective manufacture and should have been replaced at no cost to me. As a single individual who uses the vehicle extensively to travel the defective tires were a safety hazard.( dot number: w2/235 tire size: 75 15 )

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

On february 3, i took delivery of an 1999 suburban. The rear driver's tire has 5 punctured holes.both the firestone dealer, and the gm customer services representative confirmed that this tire is not offered to the public; firestone is selling it only to gm for production.i have made phone calls and sent faxes to gm.gm has not secured a tire.this monopolistic practice threatens the safety of the public.the tire should be available to the public.( dot number: tire size: 245/75r16 )

Firestone/ford need to be held accountable for all sized tires not just the 15 inch tires.we had our 16 inch tires checked by the ford dealership and here are there comments about each tires:lr tire bad wear on out side tread, rr tire has choppy tread, rf tire low spot in the middle of the tire, lf also has low spot in the middle.this vehicle has less than 38,000 miles and these tires are used for normal driving, they should not have all of these problems.please recognize that firestone/ford need to be held accountable for shoddy craftmanship and it is not limited to the 15 inch tires.how many people need to lose their lives before it is realized that the manufacure has rolled out tires that are not made to withstand normal wear and tear?( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

These tires are fality . They have 40000 miles on them and have been rotated every 5000 miles. The tires have been making a whooping sound for a long time. It sounds like the tirers are seperating from the tread. I have been to the ford dealer in niles mi, and the firerstone corp.store in south bend indiana . Expert tirephone # 219-288-7800. They agree that there is a major prom with the tires. However, they can not replace them. They said that there not on the recall. I need heip. Please. I think the replacement cost is over $500. I want to file a formal complant that these tires need to also be on the recall list.( dot number: w2cu1px018 tire size: p255/70r16 )

On saturday afternoon, 8/5/00, my wife nancy and i were in our explorer when one of the tires failed.we were northbound on m-51 heading into niles, michigan.we were traveling about 35 mph.suddenly, we felt a very noticeable shudder.i was able to keep the car under control and pull over.no one was hurt.the tire was separated from the rim.i called ford roadside assistance.the explorer was towed to campbell ford in niles.tomorrow (mon. 8/7/00) i hope to learn what position ford motor co. Is taking on this.i do not intend to drive the car with the firestone tires on it.i am asking ford to replace all 5 tires (including the spare) with goodyear tires, at no cost to me. Before news reports surfaced about the firestone tires, i had driven to pittsburgh and brought back a carload of teenagers.i also drove to indianapolis and back with a friend.as it turns out, either of those trips could have resulted in tragedy.i hope your office can impress upon ford and firestone that this is a serious problem.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Traveling @ 45mph/noticed tire thumping/stopped and found rt front tire had seperated. Went to firestone dealer and they said sorry tire not recalled and charged me prorated amount plus tax and mounting for newtire/ i still have 3 + spare of these tires on vehicle p( dot number: w2hc1py108 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Consumer believes faulty firestone wilderness tires (225/60r16) caused severe steering wheel pull while driving which required constant pressure on the steering wheel to keep vehicle from avoiding oncoming traffic of going off the shoulder.nlm

Subject regarding reimbursement for replaced firestone wilderness at tires.*dtphford and firestone denied any type of assistance

We replaced the firestone tires because my wife was not comfortable riding on them even though they were not recalled..after replacing the tires, the goodyear service manager noticed the tread separating from the tires and brought it to my attention..i took the tires to a firestone dealer and was told by the mgr. He could do nothing.have called firestone but have not received a reply..we hope the recall is extended bcause there a muchbroader problem than they are stating..thank you, richard powell( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/r15 )

The tire completely blew out the outward-facing sidewall while driving down a highway at 55 miles per hour. My ford dealer told me that the firestone rep. Attributed the failure to road hazards.( dot number: vdhl1py468 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I have had two tires fail so far, at different times. I was told that the belt broke inside the tires. Firestone said it could be because the tires werenot inflated properly. I have been driving for 24 years now and have never had a flat tire on the road. I am now afraid to drive this car because of these tires. Something needs to be done to insure everyone's safety in the u.s. Just as they have done in the other countries.( dot number: p255 tire size: 70r16109s )

Tire would not hold air the bottom was real mushy would not even hold a patch.( dot number: tire size: p23570r16 )

Replacement tires on a 1995, ford f150.while traveling 70 mph right rear tire blewout. Tread had pealed off.28000 miles on tire. Size 30x9.50r15lt.

My seventeen year old son, my only child has a 1999 ford explorer. He recently had a blow-out on one of the firestone wilderness at (p255/7016) tires.he was very, very fortunate in that he nor any of his three passengers were injured .they had just exited off a 4-lane 65mph highway and were near ing a residential area.there is no explaination as to why the tire exploded. We contacted the dealer but, they offered no help. A few days later we began to here of a possible recall . We then contacted the dealer again ,however , they explained that the 16 inch tires on my son's explorer is not part of the recall. Please document this potentially fatal incident concerning the firestone tire. I am very concernered.my child's safetyis my greatest concern!we have had an incident with a tire now listed on your consumer advisory dated sept 1,2000. If you advised a recall, how can they refuse? how many lives need to be lost before they agree? again i ask please document this complaint and push for total recall of all firestone wilderness tires.( dot number: w2cu1px488 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tires are defective but not on the recall list( dot number: p235/75r15 )

The first set failed at 35k miles, and i purchased as second set.these tires failed atfter 35k miles, and i had to replace these , as well.the fireston dealersuggested that i replace the second set tieh firestone atx, which i did.this will make a total of three sets of these defective tires i have owned.someone is not being truthful about reporting the problems with these tires.( dot number: tire size: 0235/75r15 )

The 2 tires on the back of my ford explorer sport where the side walls, and were the tread of the tires meets, started looking funny.if i would have kept those tires on my explorer sport in about 3 to 5 months they would have started to separate.therefore i feel it is best to have them replaced.so i went up to goodyear's tire and order 5 new tires for my explorer sport and had the firestone "wilderness at" taking off.i will take the wilderness at tires up to firestone this weekend (09/30/00). (dot number: 8xhl359tiresize: 235/r75/15)

This is my son's truck.with almost 18,000 miles on the truck, the tire popped and about 18" of tread separated from the right rear tire.he was just coming off a stop sign and was going between 20-25 mph.no damage was done.when i had the tire replaced, the mechanic told us one of the other tires on the truck was also beginning to separate.i did not know this was a trend and didn't think to report it.( dot number: )

Pe00020, original tires on a, ford ranger, 2000, firestone wilderness ht, 22570r15. All 4 tires are not completely round.this causes a vibration from the floor all the way to the steering wheel.the dealer replaced firestone tires but all of them vibrated.the dealer then replaced tires with goodyear and the rest with dunlop tires and no vibration occured.

The tire has approximatly 10 inches of visable tread seperation, this was noticed when i replaced the wheels and tires with new ones. The tire in question is no where near the wear bars built into the tire. I would like to know if there is any problem with these tires because i replaced the old tires with the same brand and make of tire. Are you wondering why i replaced tires i thought were good?i ordered wheels from tirerack.com and they had the firestone wilderness ht 235/70r 16 on sale for $60.00 a tire with free mounting and balancing on the wheels i bought from them. The bad tires are still on the stock rims, if you want pictures, etc. Let me know.( dot number: w2081pt136 tire size: 235/70r 16 )

My husband and i bought a new 2000 ford limited explorer, equipped with firestone wilderness at tires. When the problem with firestone tires surfaced and the facts were revealed that both ford and firestone were aware of the tire defects and didn't initiate any action until the accidents started occuring here in the united states and vennezuela. The fact neither company brought the issue to the attention of their customer's as soon as they were aware of the issue, i have lost confiedence in the tire even though the p255/70r16 is not included. ( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tire blew out on highway causing loss of control of vehicle.no known objects hit.accident occurred after driving from south carolina to virginia in hot weather.tire was shredded leaving little tire on wheel. ( dot number: tire size: 225/60r16 )

Left rear tire blew at 65 mph, 100 degree day, 30 minutes at highway speed, 32 psi inflation( dot number: vnhl 1py tire size: p235/75-15 )

Tire blew out on highway! supposedly non recalled tires. Nhtsa needs to expand recall before more people get hurt!( dot number: tire size: p255/70/r1 )

Pe00-020; aftermarket with mercury, moutnianeer, 1997 at 60,000 miles, p23575r15 dot w2hl. Consumer was driving at 65 mph in cool weather whenleft rear tire tread began toseparate, cord was sticking out on the side. Apparently, a piece of tread came off, and did not cause damage because consumer was able to stop vehicle in time. Tire did not lose air.

While driving 70 mph the vehicles tire blew out.*nlm.

I have 5 tires on my mountaineer that are not part of the recall and are cracking severly between the tread and the tire.i do not feel this is safe, and my local firestone store has said they will not do anything to replace these tires.my wife and baby ride in this vehicle and i do not want anything to happen to them.i would appreicate a return e-mail about this !! my [email protected]( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I took the tire into a firestone dealer due to a slow leak, they checked the tire, dismounted it and after reassembly said there was nothing wrong with the tire. The tire continued to exibit a slow leak rate of about 10 lb in 2 weeks. Due to the problems with firestone tires in general i replaced all of them. They all exibit tread seperation ridges in the sidewalls. I had firestone tires in 1974 and after a total of 19 tires 12 plus the original 5 i went to bias ply they were l 78 r 15 c range tires also. (dot number: w2t6ire149tiresize: p265/70r17)

What tires are being recalled by firestone. What tire size? all four tires on my ford ranger are wearing very lumpy. They even make my truck shake. It feels like you are running on a gravel road.( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 )

Consumer has received an recall letter to replacefirestone tires. Firestone was giving consumer the run around. Consumer did live in texas.

Ford and firestone want me to pay them to replace recalled tires.( dot number: )

Always have has issues with these tires and fr-480 tires( dot number: 027476 tire size: 22570r15 )

Failure was sudden and catastrophic.by the time i regained control of the vehicle and got to the side of the road there wasnt any tire left.i did not hit anything visible on the road and i was paying attention as i was passing a semi.( dot number: not known tire size: p235/70r16 )

No summary( dot number: vdcu1px tire size: 255-70r16 )

I have had vehicle for a little over a year.the tires were original to the vehicle.i have had two flats, one of which was a complete tire failure.the tire cracked all the way down to the sidewall. Luckily the suv was being stopped when it happened.i now have a third of the original four that has a small spot where the steel belt is showing through.i have replaced all four tires with goodyear in light of the history of the tires and the recent information that has been presented concerning these tires.i definitely feel other sizes should be recalled.these tires are a menace.i'm so lucky that my failures happened in the circumstances that they did or i or my family might not be here today.( dot number: vncu ipx tire size: p255 70r16 )

During tire service on 051099 the mechanic reported tires were not safe due to cracks running from the onset of the treadat the tire side wall. Each crack was less than one quarter of an inch from the next crack. Each crack was about 3/4 to 1 inch in length. The mechanic showed me the cracks on each tire and he advised that within the near future the tires would fail.further inquires from others with tire knowledge confirmed the first observation. I had the tires replaced.( dot number: unknown tire size: p255/70r16 )

No summary( dot number: w2uu tire size: p22570r15 )

I also puchased another set of the same size that i had to replace date of replacement 8-16-2000 because of vibrations coming from tires/replaced with michelin tires and vibrations are no longer noticeable /the firestone tires were balanced 3 times but did not have any effect( dot number: tire size: p265x75r15 )

Car purchased new.request change of tires. Ford claims no problem with tires.at 3000 miles rotate and check alignment due to unusual wear.alignment checks ok.rotate tires every 3-4000 miles and maintain tire pressure.at 22000 miles ford claims tires are unsafe and need replacing due to visible chord and pitting. Tires replaced and alignment checked. Alignment checks ok.therefore, not alignment, not pressure so what is the problem.the following week it is all in the news.ford and firestone have been contacted and neither will take responsibility.( dot number: w2t6ire119 tire size: p265/70/17 )

15,000 miles, firestonewilderness at p22570r15, original equipment, ford, ranger 1999;passenger's rear tire blewout, and about 1,000 miles afterdriver's rear tire blewout.both tires blew into pieces,it looked liketread part came off the sidewall.consumer took tire to firestone dealer in jackson, tennessee (tn),and was treated very badly.dealer refused any services. Basically, dealer was not interested because it was not a recall tire.ford in henderson, tn , dwayne ceden,has agreed to replace tires, and treated consumer well.

Blowout caused myself slide into a ditch on a multicurve.(tiresize: p235/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r16 )

The belts cut through the left front tire from the inside. From the outside, the tires have three cuts in them so deep the belts can be seen. I replaced the tires because of the firestone recall scare. I still have the defective tires though.the tire dealer told me that it looked like the belt had seperated and cut through from the inside. Driving it felt like the tire was folding over itself especially when i took a turn.( dot number: tire size: p23570r16 )

A 10 inch piece of rubber blew out the side of tire on a trip to virgina. My wife was driving the truckand the tire blew at 70mph. She was able to get the truck stopped without a crash. A state trooper came and changed the tire. She took the tire to a firestone dealer and they acted like the tire blowing out was no big deal. I think it is!!! being 600 miles from home all she could do was buy a new tire, but the dealer made surethat they kept the tire that blew out. I wonder why!!!!!( dot number: tire size: 16in. )

Noticed on 8/11 that my left front tire had good sized cuts/splits in the sidewall of the left front tire.this tire is not coded vd as in the recall but coded vn which means it was made in the firestone canadian plant.the left front tire was changed-out with the relatively new spare tire by my ford dealer in new york.( dot number: vn-------- tire size: p235/75r15 )

I am not in pocession of this vehicle any longer...but i did trade it on a ford expedition with firestone wilderness tires.they are identical in shape form and function!!!! furthermore i did have a tire failure with the firestone wilderness at type tires on my 1998 ford explorer.i ran over a tractor trailer mud flap laying very flat in the road, and my right rear firestone wilderness at tire blew out for no apparent reason.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )

No summary( dot number: tire size: p235 )

This tire, although not in the recall group performed just as the others when it blew at 65mph.i still have the tire and will also take pictures.i will be happy to keep the tire for your inspection.please advise( dot number: tire size: p70/r17 )

Having same problem with wilderness ht as previous vehicle with wilderness at.noise & vibration.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Had a problem on a drive to palm springs, the local dealer just balanced tires, has not solved the problem( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

First incident - traveling on i435 kansas city, mo at 65mph.right rear tire blew at 21:00.2nd incident - traveling on us 71 at 50mph.right front tire blew at 23:30.( dot number: tire size: p265/75r16 )

Very concerned about the safety of the tires even though they are not included in this recall.when i purchase a car of this price ($34,000+) i expect to feel safe and not worry about the safety of my children while riding in this car.i could have paid $10,000 for a used vehicle and felt safer, i feel betrayed by ford and firestone.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Rear passenger tire blewout...sounded like a gunshot then the vehicle immediately dropped onto the rim,ii coasted to a stop. Had the car towed to a firestone dealer, asked the technician what could cause this to occur on a tire with less than 3000 miles on it. He said he couldn't tell, but because of the location of the rupture he didn't think i ran over anything. He said i was "lucky to have firestone tires because the rupture was so close to the sidewall on a cheaper tire it would not have been able to be repaired. Right now i dont feel so lucky to own firestone tires. Should i replace all 4 tires with another brand? thank you. (dot number: w2cuird019tiresize: p255-70r16)

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

I live in southern az i was returning from a trip.i was going 75 mph when i heard a thumping noise.pulled off the side of the road & discovered the tread on the left rear tire had peeled away.drove 30 miles back to tucson & had spare put on.went to sears and had tire replaced.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

Tire could not be balanced, tread found to be separated.(dot number: w2x0w66070tiresize: p225/60r16)

Tire is starting to separate from thread causing dangerous condition( dot number: w2tcu tire size: p255/70r16 )

My tire blew out and the explorer rolled several times.my dogs were ejected from the windows as all the windows blew.the car was totaled and i have suffered back injuries.( dot number: tire size: 235/75 )

Tread separated onfirestone wilderness/at tires,p26575r16 while driving at 70 mph.

We purchased the 97 explorer in 1999 - as a new vehicle - with 9,000 miles on it.we originally noticed that the tires had a problem in april of 2000 and experienced problems with the vehicle pulling to the right.we took to the dealer who performed a front end alignment that did not help.they rotated the tires that helped with the steering problem, however, the tires had already began to show signed of treadwear cracking and sidewall cracking.this vehicle only has 26,000 miles and we should not be experiencing problems with our tires at this time.after the recall notice, we took back to the dealer who referred us back to firestone.firestone stated they are not recalling our dot number tire at this time, but we feel that this tire is an extreme safety hazard in hauling our family and feel firestone needs to recall these tires as well.we have always used firestone tires and have never experienced or seen this type of problem before and would like to see firestone recall these tires as well, in order to save our lives as well as the lives of many others!that could very well be prevented now!( dot number: vnhl tire size: p2357515 )

The firestone wilderness tire on the vehicle failed resulting in vehicle rollover accident and injury to the consumer. *mjs

This is in response to the recall of the firestone tires. I'm very concerned about the fact that my tires were not included in the firestone recall. I bought my exporer new in '98 and as i reported in this form i have had two blow outs within 6 months. Fortunatly neither one caused an accident but both times the tires were unrepairable. I'm also very conscious about vehicle maintainence and follow all the manufactures recommendations. Please let me know if i can provide any more information and please continue to look into the safety of all wilderness at tires.( dot number: hyuu tire size: p225/70r15 )

Tire split apart while traveling in pa on rte 76, stopped on the rim .( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

No summary( dot number: w2kc tire size: p20575r14 )

Tire separation at interstate highway speed.we heard noises at first we mistook for road debris.in fact, it was the rubber separating from the tire.fortunately, the tire did not blow out completely while we were on the interstate. We stopped at the next exit.the air could be heard hissing as it rapidly deflated the tire.we had the tire replaced at a tire dealer in that area (statesville, nc) under bridgestone/firestone limited warranty claim number 7722731 at a prorated price.the tire had 9/32 tread at time of claim. Replacement tire is also a wilderness a/t.( dot number: w2hlipy107 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Cracks along edge of tread around entire tire. We have received 3 flats in less then 4 months between 13k and 18k milage on tires. The spare only has 3k on it and has no crakcs. The cracks were noticed 4/2000 when first flat occurred and repair man said the new tires should not look like that.notified indepent firestone dealer 5/2000. The cracks were noticed when car had less then 3k but did not know there was a problem. Now with the recall in process this tire is not included, should it be???( dot number: w2cuird249 tire size: p255/70r16 )

I bought my 98 ford explorer new in 8/98 and had the first flat on the way home from the dealer which i got firestone to replace -they said it had a defect-then i had another flat in my drive way this year in june-couldn't find the cause-then in july i had the third flat(a blowout) on the expressway-a big round hole in the tire. I am so afraid to drive on these tires that i went and had them replaced today-now firestone doesn't want to refund my money because these tires don't hav the "vd" in the serial number, but i'm telling you there is something wrong with these tires. This has never before happened to me as mny cars as i have had. I am furious at them.( dot number: w2hl1py288 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driving on expressway, tire failed, pulled over to side of road, tread gone, nothing but sidewalls remained. Tooktire to dealer, said it was run on the rim for extensive time, this was not true. Paid for new tire as well as new rim.( dot number: w2t6ire368 tire size: p265/70r17 )

Tire blew while driving at 45mph, tread came apart.( dot number: x8 tire size: 235/75/15 )

I filled this form out previously concerning these tires. The problem is that the tread is seperating from the sidewall on both rear tires. I had all four tires replaced at my own expense for safety reasons. The two rear tires, in addition to the tread seperation problems, have large "blisters" or "bubbles" in the interior of the tire. One measures approximately three inches across, and one-half inch high. The other measures approximately two inches across, and one-half inch high. These 16-inch wilderness at tires are defective, and others, and need to be recalled( dot number: w2cu1px217 tire size: p25570r16 )

Tire center said could not fix as they said the tire did not have a hole but went "bad".tire looked normal on outside so i originally though i had a flat.had tire replaced with same brand, size, and model.about same time towed a small jet ski trailer around town for a couple of days.first time the truck towed anything.took tire to dealer first but dealer said they don't fix flats and did not look at the tire.did not lose control of truck when tire went flat.thanks.( dot number: tire size: p235-75r15 )

Tire lost all tread while driving on highway. Tire recently inspected by firestone dealer and said to be in excellect condition.( dot number: w2hl ipy tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe-00-020;tires on a 200 ford explorer, tire size not available, anddot number not available.when driving on wet or dry pavement problem occurred more on dry pavement,the tires will spin without forward movement due to poor traction control on the tires. Please provide any further details.

Consumer noticed an excessive loss of air pressure in a short period of time.original equipment on vehicle, and the tires have 30ooo miles,p235/75r15.

During tire check, dealer detected that wires were starting to come out of the sidewall of lf tire, from the point where the tread met up with the tire. The vehicle only has 6600 miles on it. My tires (dot 8xhl) are not recalled by firestone, but i feel that this is irresponsible given the nature of this defect. I have changed all of my tires to a different brand at my own expense, but would like to be compensated for the defective tires and my replacement cost for the new tires.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Road conditions: dry, flat, little to no traffic.on hwy 249 just north of spring cypress, where the hwy ended and became a 4 lane flat hwy.approximately 4:00-4:30 in the afternoon.back passenger tire on 2000 ford expedtion, firestone wilderness at, tread separation causing a blowout, and causing me to veer to the right side of road.was able to get vehicle safely to shoulder and in the driveway of a dodge dealership.approximate speed was around 45-50 mph.no driver error, no road hazard (no rips, tears, punctures, etc. Found on tire) and tire was not over/under inflated.looked as if someone with a scapel just removed the side flat part of the tire where the lettering is from the tread portion that touches the road.luckily i was at a speed that i could control in good driving conditions with little traffic in the area, or i could have had a serious accident.i had to use all my strength to keep wheel to the left as the truck continued to go to the right.firestone dealer did not want to replace for free (as stated under my warranty), but they did eventually.they acknowledged there was no driver error, road hazard, or tire misuse, but refused to state on the receipt the cause was a flawed/faulty tire.replaced with the same type of tire.vehicle only 7 months old with around 7000-7500 miles on it at the time.tread on tire was around an 10-11 i believe the firestone dealer said.firestone dealer kept the faulty tire to send to manufacturer for testing.( dot number: )

1 tire had peeling tread, other3 have cracks in treads why not recalled?( dot number: w2hl tire size: 23575r15 )

Tires might still be on the car in a junk yard somewhere in alaska, near tok.( dot number: tire size: r16 )

Both the ford dealer and tire dealer indicated that the defect was caused by a road hazzard.however, there was no damage to the rim.the bead or bubble extended from the rim to the tread and was about two inches wide and about 3/4" high.i replaced the tire with the spare and used the defective tire as the spare.during my last servicing, it was noted that the spare was flat.no reason was given by the dealer.this defect has made the tires suspect and made my wife very nervous about driving the vehicle.this size should be included in the recall.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

The contact owns a 1999 ford expedition equipped with firestone wilderness p265/70/r16 dot8x72 tires. The contact stated that the drivers side rear tire blew out while driving 65 mph, causing the vehicle to crash into a cement divider. The contact suffered injuries to the face and mouth. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 127,000.

I have watched with intrest the events which have unfolded surrounding firestone's recall of the wilderness tires.i, too, own a ford explorer, a 1994 limited.in march 1997 i experienced a problem with a noise and a vibration in the front right wheel of my explorer.i took the vehicle to the nearest firestone store who checked the tire and told me there was nothing wrong with the tire.they said a certain part was bad in the front end of my explorer and it would cost me about $150 or so to have have them fix it.not satisfied with this answer, i took the vehicle to another tire dealer who checked the front end and informed me that there was no bad part, the front end was not out of alignment and the problem was a defect in the front right tire.to prove it to me, they moved the tire from the front right to the rear right.the vibration and the noise moved with the tire. Went back to the firestone dealer and told them what the other dealer had told me.they all but called both me and the other dealer a liar.actually, all they had to do to begin with was say, "ok, the tire is bad.you'll need to pay $x dollars because of the amount of use you have had" and i would have done it and bought 2 new tires from the dealer.this offer was never made and i left very disgusted with both firestone and the dealer.less than 1 week later, around 10:00 at night,my wife and i were returning from our son's home in mobile, alabama to our home in biloxi, ms via interstate 10.suddenly, the back end of my explorer began to make a roaring sound and started to "fishtail" on the highway.i let off the gas and was able to stop the vehicle safely.the back right tire, the one in question above, had totally disintegrated and the flapping belts had also damaged the trim behind the wheel well on my vehicle.having heart problems, i was able to call a wrecker to come out and change the tire for me so we could get home.the next day, my wife called you, the firestone national offic

The firestones 16 inch wilderness on my expedition have had 3 flats in 1 year.the tires only have13000 miles on them. (tiresize: 16 inch)( dot number:tire size: 16 inch )

We were in a rainstorm on i-95 traveling 70 mph, we slowed to 55 in the right lane and the tire started to wobble, then it blew.we were able to pull off to the side.if the pavement had been dry.we would have been going 75mph.it could have been terrible.the tire completely blew out the sidewall all the way around.it shouldnot have done that when the tires are rotatedevery 6,000 as ordered.we feel this is a tire defect.especially since we could have been hurt.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

Upon coming off a road trip in my suv, i was at my sister's house and had parked my vehicle in the drive with the tires turned out.as i was coming out of her house i noticed that the inside tread/ belt on my tires was smooth, but with uneven wear on the tire. So i checked the other front tire and it had the same type of wear on it (inside tread). The back tires are beginning to show signs of wear in the same manner. I took my vehicle to the dealership from which i purchased my vehicle and told them that i felt that the second set of tires that the dealership put on my suv were defective also. The first set of tires were changed out, approximately one and a half years ago, because of being defective bridgestone tires (they were still under warranty,but the change was not noted in my service history report or on my carfax report).all other minor service work was noted in history/carfax reports, so why wasn't the change in tires noted also. The service manager told be it was normal wear, or a problem with the shocks, but because the vehicle had over 36,000 miles (out of warranty) he could not do anything, to take them to the firestone company (manufacturer), so i did.the man at the firestone company said that it was a maintenance problem,that i didn't rotate the tires (but i did/ service history report).so i took my suv to a reputable tire company. The technician said that it was thetires, they were cupping on the inside. My tires are firestone wilderness le (raised white letter) tires. My front end was checked by computerthey were off by -.2 on right & -.1 on left. Not off enough for the tires to wear as they did.the shocks are not bouncy.i cannot get any answers on the cause of my tires wearing in this manner.i feel that the tires are defective, but no one wants to take responsibility. So i would like to file a complaint.if i am wrong i will take responsibility for being so.

Left front tire began to grow a knot insidetread.a bump about the size of a tennis ball grew on the side of the tire.a tire co. Has advised consumer that the tire had a manfacturing defect.tire was an original tire purchased with the vehicle.vehicle was a nissan truck frontier 99.the tire is a wildnerness ht p215/65r15.

The firestone wilderness225/60r216 tires are defective which is causing the vehicle to pull while driving.*mjs

The contact owns a 2001 toyota celica equipped with firestone primewell tires, size 195-60-15. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, a loud noise was heard and the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was taken to the manufacturer where it was found that all four tires were cupped. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileages were unavailable.

Alarming vibration ford aware of this defect internal memo 11 oct 1996 ford and their dealer will do nothing( dot number: tire size: p235/75 )

There are three firestone, wilderness/at tires, p23575r15 on this ford, explorer, 1998.they all have cracks aroundoutside tread. They dont havedot vdnumber. Firestone has not been contacted.

New vehicle w/firestonep235 owl all-terrain tires (upgraded option $228.00) in aug, 1992.by sept, 1996, had replaced 3 orig tires (50,000 mi warranty).4th orig tire failed oct 18, 1996 & replaced 1 orig & 3 replacement (firestone radl atx ii 237575r15) w/firestone wilderness at 23575r15xl.hwy blowout of 23575r15xl in aug, 1999.all new tires show3-4" cracking on sidewall( dot number: tire size: 23575r15xl )

All tires have hairline crack along top edge of tire.i was told by both a ford dealer and firestone dealer that was an early indication of early tire seperation.these are not the recalled tires i can not recieve replacements.firestone offered to pro-rate the tread life and use their normal warranty to give a discount on new tires, which they do not have.i do not know how long the cracks have been there, as i just looked because of the recall in the news.i will have to replace them at my own cost with another brand, if i can find them.i suggest that ford, firestone and nhtsa look at all of the wilderness tires and not just the ones made in illinois.( dot number: vnhl tire size: 235/70r15 )

Tire dealer insisted tire failed due to low air pressure not heat or defect, ford was no help either.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tires were factory installed tires, vehicle bought at 26,000 miles, at 31,900 miles the front tires developed flat spots and were not safe to operate.on saturday 8/7/1999 i replaced the front tires with another style of firestone tires.the same afternoon i had a blowout on the right rear.so monday 8/9/1999 i replaced the blown out tire and the remaining original rear tire.the factory tires were not from the decatur plant but were just as defective and unsafe.the tires should have lasted longer than 31,900 miles.i ask for an adjustment from the dealer and got none!i had to replace all 4 tires at my expense which was not right.i demand reimbursement for the 4 tire replacement.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

These tires have always had a vibration even after repeated balancing. They need to be rebalanced after each 3,000 miles. The problem is most noticeable over 55 mph and actually gets worse the longer you drive (especially noticable over 30 miles). The selling dealer everett mazda is now out of business and the next closest dealer dougs mazda in lynnwood wa will not take care of the problem. I have taken it to both firestone and everett mazda when they were in business and the problem still exists.( dot number: tire size: p26570r15 )

Vibration in front tires not resolved after two trips to dealer for rebalancing.tires not included in the voluntary recall.i do not feel safe with my family on these tires, and want them replaced with a comopetitors brand( dot number: tire size: p235/75/r1 )

I was traveling down the interstate doing approximately 75 mph when my back driver side tire exploded.i could have been going a little over 80 however.i do not recall hitting anything but just hearing the loud explosion and suddenly trying to steer across four lanes of traffic as i slowed down.my car was towed to the nearest ford dealer where it was replaced. They said the tire looked torn apart with a hole around 9 inches or so.i did not think much about it at the time other than having to pay to replace it.i did not inquire about whether there was a defect with the tire or if it seemed strange.i was just glad to have not wrecked and just quickly replaced it.i simply wanted to report that i did have a problem with this tire even though i don't personally know if there was a defect with the tire made by firestone.as i said, i just wanted to go on record saying i did have an incident with it.( dot number: )

Had a blow-out one night after class around 9:00 pm.thank goodness i was not traveling very fast.then within the next 5-6 weeks, i had 2 flat tires. All this in aprox. 6 weeks is too many.at the time of the blow-out , my explorer was under 20,000miles.we could not find any reason for the blow-out or could we find any thingin the road or tire. It's been3-4 months nowbut i am afraid something terrible still could happen.these tires are not good.today on cnn they are recalling these tires .are they recallingmy tires too?hopefully so and asap i have a family with 2 children that i don't want hurt or killed. My work (304)291-9320ask for charlotte orndoff, after 8-23-00( dot number: w2hi tire size: p235/75r15 )

This is a spare tire, on my ford explorer sport where the sidewalls, and were the tread of the tires meets, started looking funny.also the tread of the tire was wearing funny.if i would have kept this and if i had a blow out i would have had another blow out with this spare.(dot number: 8xhl319tiresize: 235/r75/15)

All four tires since purchase have problems holding air.no warning was given, the passenger side rear tire simply exploded (sidewall blow out) while driving on highway at approx. 50mph.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

I cannot get any answers regarding this size tire, p215/75r15.i already know that firestone is not replacing this tire however if you could provide me any information regarding the number of accidents related to this tire and make it would give me the decision to either change out the tires or keep them because it does not relate to the current recall.i ask only because i have a five month old daughter and i want to protect her the best i can however i am also not the richest person in the world and the cost of the tires is more than i can afford until probably next month or so.your input would help me tremendously in either speeding up the process or feeling more assured that taylor is safe in our truck.again, any support of information will be appreciated.( dot number: tire size: p215/75r15 )

Rear passenger tire separated around the seams. Tire size p22560r70, dot unavailable. Contacted subaru, and subaru stated take tire to be checked.

Was driving 30mph when suddenly heard a loud boom.vehicle sunk into rear. Pulled over and parked vehicle. Checked tires. Noticed both tires on passenger' sidewere shredded.dot ,p235/75r15, 1994, ,f150.

I have no faith and feel unsafe and insecure with these tires. I want them off my car and the best les schwab tires put on. Firestone should be held liable for defective product line. ( dot number: tire size: 225 60r 16 )

I have been confirmed by ford that i have the recalled tires but i have to wait 5-6 months for new ones?i don't understand how i am supposed to drive around with sound mind on tires that are known to be life threatening.i want to know if i have any recourse or any legal stance to get out of my car.( dot number: )

I bought the car used.i took the car to my mechanic to look over and recommend what work needed to be done in order for me to purchase the vehicle.i still have the original list.among the things that i said needed to be repaired/replaced were the tires.the dealer refused. We bought the vehicle and i began driving it.it is my first suv and i was uncomfortable with the way it handled on bumps in the road, over railroad tracks, in dips in the road, etc.several times when i took the vehicle in for regularly scheduled maintenance, i complained about the way it handled.because the dealer "could not duplicate" the problem, they said everything was ok.they also suggested that because it is an suv i should get used to the rougher ride.the problem however was in the way i felt i lost control of the vehicle under these conditions, not that the ride was rough.i continued to complained about the way it handled on subsequent visits.i even began asking them to look at the tires.i became concerned about the tires as i saw dry rot on the outer edges of each of the tires.again, i believe everytime i took it in i asked them to examine the tires and let me know if i should be concerned.they would note the tire tread on my paperwork but no one every counseled me.i took the vehicle to a service station near my home to see what they thought.i was told to replace the tires as soon as possible and to try not to drive for many miles at a time and especially during hot days.i replaced the tires within the week.i am concerned now about the firestone recall and that va is in phase three.i replaced my old firestone tires with michelins and do not wish to have a firestone product on any of our cars.how can i get the spare tire replaced and how can i get a credit for the old tires to apply toward the tires i replaced?( dot number: tire size: 255/70r/16 )

I was unsure of where exactly to send this letter, so i hope this is the. No safety defect listed in summary.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Tire unwraped at 70 mph. Causing damage to truck body. Core remained inflated. (tiresize: p215/70r14)( dot number: tire size: p215/70r14 )

Monday, july 31, 2000, i was driving home from the grocery store and my driver side rear tire blew out, the front passenger side tire i was having air capacity problems with for 2 weeks.ford road side assistance came and changed my tire and put my original spare on the driver's side.i went to firestone and they replaced the tire with a new firestone wilderness at on the driver's side rear and patched the front passenger tire.with the pending firestone wilderness at tire recall on ford explorers, i feel fortunate that i was not travelling at an excessive speed on central expressway.i would like the potential danger noted, i had called my car dealership westway ford and they had directed me to firestone who carries the warranty on the tires.they were very helpful,yet firestone replaced the original tire with the same potentially dangerous tire.your response would be greatly appreciated.thank you, lara bullock( dot number: tire size: at )

Tire had a blowout ,in the side, and bottom until i stopedon interstate tire was destroyed.( dot number: tire size: p215-65rs )

Customer no service at firestone service center, would not replace tire( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Blowout of driver's side rear tire while going aproximately 50 mphon st rt 56. Caused over $3,ooo.oo worth of damage to vehicle.tire taken to firestone.dealer. Dealer sending tire to their nashville, tn tech center for evaluation.

Original equipment.firestone wilderness.dotw208ipt187, p23570r16 104 s. Consumer stated at highway speed the right rear tire exploded. Cause is unknown.*nlm on same day, another tire had tread separation.weather was clear.the road was dry.tread remaining on each tire was 7/32".

Driving to work on the highway about 9 am, the tire tore itself open without warning. I had noticed the night before that it was slightly underinflated, as if from a slow leak -- but nothing substantial. What was astonishing was the sheer degree of destruction. It was as if someone had inserted a saw and ripped the sidewall open through 180 degrees of arc. Thankfully i was able to slow down and stop without serious incident.( dot number: w2hhawb505 tire size: p225/75r15 )

No summary( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

On interstate 76 in northeastern colorado, march 2000, air temperature 50 degrees, vehicle speed 75 mph, tire pressure 30 psi, vehicle load 2 adults and luggage, miles on vehicle and tires approx. 3500, first indication of trouble was increasing noise sounded like a helicopter was overhead and getting closer, then noticed control of vehicle was affected and realized a tire was going, decreased speed as rapidly as possible and was able to maintain control and get vehicle stopped, right rear tire was totally destroyed however tread seemed to be intact however was wrapped around rim and disc brake assembly, rim was on ground but did not damage rim or brake.firestone would not cover replacement expense because dealer called it a "run-flat" and said he was unable to determine what caused the failure.with recent publicity and pictures in news media, i am very sure we had a tread separation, not a blow out or road damage.i feel very strongly that the 16 inch tires should also be included in the current recall.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

I have removed & replaceded these tires at 16,310 miles because i do not trust my life to a posable recall.i want firestone to pay me in cash or check for the ties that i excepted in good will from ford & firestone. If wilderness tires are defective from one plant i think they would be in all plants & all tires made to those specifications.to me the tires do not look very good now that i see them off the car.please put me in the class action law suit if you will.if i must take the finacial burdon of me puting the new tires on my car,so be it. I will be alive to tell about it. Driving in hot desert and mountain road conditions is dangerous enough without taking the chance of on defective tiers.thanks for all the good work you are doing for us. Please excuse me for using this way of telling you about my problems ,but i called your hot line and no one returned my call.( dot number: w2 tire size: p255\70\r1 )

Tire blew out, came completely apart at the seams, could find nothing wrong with the tire afterwards that would have caused this.reported to both local ford and firestone about this, and they wouldn't even discuss it since it wasn't one of the "recalls".i believe they all need to be looked into.call t.v. Station and they have footage of the tire and all.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

My tires have developed "flat spots" on them. I took the truck to the car dealer and they told me to take it to a tire dealer. The tire dealer told me it was the truck causing the problem and firestone would not coverthe defect. I have kept the truck maintained and tires rotated and balanced. I feel either firestone or toyota should be responsible for my problem. I am concerned that it might be more of a tire problem since there have been problems with the other size of wilderness tires.( dot number: w2 tire size: p26575/r15 )

Firestone and ford refuse to co operate. No safety defect listed in the summary.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

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 )

I has had 3 of the original 5 tires fail.one failed at 7000 miles; the other two at 30,000 miles.i was told that the damage was internal.the tires began to buldge on the exterior wall.one of the tires flattened at 75 mph on the freeway beyond repair; in fact, this tire is in my garage.the local dealer made the problem my fault--improper inflation.however, the dot number on my tires did not match those from the recall.i was prompted to write because i do have evidence that these particular tires as well have manufacturer defects.my problem was identified to me as belt slippage.however, the dealer also stated that these were the "best" tires firestone makes.fortunately, i have decided not to replace my firestone tires with another set of "defective" tires.nevertheless, others are putting these same type tires on the vechicles as replacements for the defects.i am stating for the record that these will also warrant investigation.isn't it odd that i have replaced three of five tires with less than 30,000 miles for belt slippage.what are the statistical odds of that happening?knowing a bit about statistics, this number is significant, not a random occurrence.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

This is a confirmation of troubles with the mentioned firestone tires. We had three incidents of the tires blowing out, when traveling at speeds between 30 and 50 miles per hour. There were absolutely no penetrations of the tire rubber, as the tires had failed. Three different tires had to be fixed, two patched from small partial tears on the outer layer, and one absolutely destroyed from failure. These tires had to be replaced by michelen tires at 21, 500. Before replacing the tires, we did not drive far distances after the repeated failures, and even took the car to a dealer to inspect the vehicle (also in newman, ga), who did not find any traces of punctures in the tires. We spend good money to get these awful tires (and unsafe) "fixed" and $424 in the new tires. Firestone was written and never responded, as i have now told all friends about their products, lack of response, and frankly what i believe to be an unsafe product of which i was unable to receive replacement tires because they wouldn't fit under they standard "warranty" of which has so many stipulations that it does nothing for the consumer. I hope this helps in the investigation and would frankly like to see if a response could come from firestone's end as i am sorely disappointed. Many thanks.( dot number: tire size: 285/75/15 )

Complete tire failure at speed. Managed to stop truck without crashing. Ford and firestone clained tire was puctured, however it came completely apart. Offered new tire and rim at cost. In 30 years of driving i have never had a tire fail so dramatically.( dot number: wzuu ipo tire size: p225/70r15 )

Tires peel off also on my p235/70r16 i turn them into firestone centers store # 029386which cause me an accident on i-75 accident report no #00-03-0004964fhp.( dot number: 864180 tire size: p235/75r16 )

We experienced a blowout on the highway at normal speeds in our explorer.both firestone and ford have refused to discuss with us only saying that the 16 inch tires are safe.ford referred me to firestone; firestone referred me to ford.this blowout clearly shows that the tire was of substandard quality.we do routine maintenance on our vehicles and keep them serviced at all times, including the tires.this was not due to low tire pressure or neglect on our part.( dot number: w2cu1px tire size: p255/70r16 )

While traveling on the massachusetts turnpike, the sidewall on the right rear tire ripped apart seperating the tire.( dot number: tire size: 225/75/r15 )

Right rear tire separated then blew, throwing the tire cap around ,damaging fender, shock, muffler and wheel well supports as well as our nerves trying to maintain control. (dot number: ?tiresize: 255/85r16)

I had 2 blowouts with these tires within 5 days.one center tread and one sidewall blow out.the tires have only about 25,000 miles on them.they were both rear tires and i feel lucky to be alive.i have replaced all 4 tires to be safe.thanks!( dot number: tire size: 225/75/15 )

Complained to dealer 3/07/00 about uneven tire wear; replaced 2 front tires myself 35,226 miles; subsequent inspections at 43,000 reveal hairline cracks on rear tires; dealer says tires not on recall; appalachian tire in hurricane, wv. Inspected tires and confirms that they must be replaced.there is slight vibration inside the vehicle.feel that i must replace all 4 tires, not just the rear 2, as this appears to be a problem that will just re-occur.these tires should be recalled also.i will write letter to ford/bridgestone, asking for reimbursement of costs.( dot number: tire size: r255/70r16 )

This 1997, ford, explorer equipped with firestone, wilderness/at p23575r15 as (oem). Three of these tires have began to separate, including two back,and right front. Firestone has been contacted.

Tire side wall blew out at highway speed at night. Tire had proper inflation and was not punctured. Pressurs were checked by dealer at 3000 mi.the remaining4 tires have the same dot # and show bubbling at the side wall. The steel wheel was damaged along outter edge due to the tire failure.( dot number: vdhlirw130 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire blowout damage was on inside of tire and nothing was run over at any time previous to that.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Poor quality tire.tires constantly leaked air.worse tires i have ever owned. I will never pruchase firestone tires again.looking at the cnn artical i see why i had so many problems with them.i also have a small ranger with the same tires and i am looking for them to be recalled. ( dot number: )

Cracks on treads like the ones being recalled and tires are ripping- news said 16 inch tires were recaleed in other parts of the world-firestone said i had to pay for the damage.( dot number: tire size: p24575r16 )

360 degree cracks 5/32 & 3/32 deep all tires---firestone refuses to include in recall.i have the tires and can provide them to you for analysis.( dot number: vnhl tire size: 235/75/15 )

Injured passenger sustained major perm. Injuries due to tire failure.( dot number:)

I actually had 2 blowouts with the wilderness ht tires.one on 8/19/00 and again on 8/20/00.one tire did have complete separation of the tread.( dot number: vdm2awr247 tire size: 25570r15 )

Firestone tires blow-out while driving on freeway. Deformation and rim flange grooving per inspection.*sc

Traveling at 70 mph on i-64 in the left hand lane on july 2, 1998 around 5:00pm when i heard a thud.immediately pulled into the emergency lane with some difficulty.upon reaching the emergency lane, discovered that the right rear tire had disintergrated down to the rim.the rswitched lanes and ppulled off roadnoise .( dot number: unknown tire size: p255/r7016 )

While travelingand without any indicationtires had a blow out. Please provide further inofrmation.

The tire had bubbles and the belt was separating from the tire. (firestone wilderness size p21565r15 dot#w2vsnnas17). *nlm.while driving, the tire experienced a blow out, which made the vehicle difficult to control.ph

Tires won't stay balanced (balanced 3 times - still shimmy). Tires run very hot to the touch. Dealer said this condition is normal? suprised they were not recalled by firestone also....more must die before a statistical analysis shows a problem.( dot number: tire size: p245r16 )

No summary listed for above vehicle. (tiresize: 255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

Sent an e-mail to for saying that my tires had turned green around the( dot number: vncu tire size: p25570r16 )

The firestone wilderness at p255/70r16 tires listed in the report were on the rear vehicle (ford 1997 explorer, eddie bower 4x4, 4 door model).these tires appeared to be original.total vehicle miles were approximately 62,000 miles.tread wear was excellent for these tires.there is approximately one-fourth inch tread left on these tires.i have been inspecting each of the vehicle's tires before and after each day's commute.i noticed small fractures developing at the edge of the tread where it meets the sidewall of the tire.both rear tires exhibited the small fractures.during the last inspection (on 08/23/00), i noticed the fractures widening significantly.at least one of the fractures on the outer side of the left rear tire exhibited steel wires protruding from the bulge.i immediately discontinued use of the vehicle and contacted a local firestone representative.because the tires are not part of their recall, they offered to inspect and possibly prorate warranty.i did not want firestone replacements because i believe that these model tires have design defects.i had all four wilderness tires on the vehicle replaced by the local ford dealer.the second rear tire had larger bulges and steel wire protrusions on the inside of the tire.i believe that these two rear tires were in imminent danger of catastrophic tread separation.the front tires appear to have been replaced and i do not think they are original.they appear newer with much more tread remaining than the rear tires.no obvious signs of defect appear on the front tires.the front tire specifics follow:wilderness at p255/70r16.dot vdcu1px119.thank you for your attention,kent e. Parrish( dot number: w2cu1px076 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Had 2 of these tires fail on hot summer day within 15 minutes of each other.one on passenger rear and another on driver front.two remaining tires showed evidence of tread beginning to separate from core.turned tires into firestone for analysis (their nashville laboratory) and they reimbursed me for structural damage to rear of car.they adjusted the treadware and charged me $300.38 for a new set of tires.they refused to replace or adjust the original spare (which i still have) or reimburse for the used tire i was forced to buy in order to get the vehicle home (had 2 failures within 10 miles).the tires in question were exhibiting exceptional wear.the tires spent most all their life in southern california and memphis, tn.the tires had been inspected, balanced, rotated 8 days before they failed by the local firestone dealer.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Noticed cracks along rim of tire where tread appears to be beginning to come appart. Have shown tire to a firestone store and ford dealer and both agree that it doesn't look right. Had dealer put on spare tire. We noticed this after hearing about problems with these tires on the news. I believe we noticed this earlier but didn't realize it could be a serious problem. The nearest firestone company store is over 60 miles away. Sure don't feel comfortable driving that far to get them replaced. Also, the dealer told us it was a problem with the manufacturer and gave us an 800 number to call firestone (where you got a recorded message) and even though the dealer new there was a safety issue with this tire, they charged us $15 to put the spare on.sheesh. Thanks for keeping us all informed of safety issues.( dot number: tire size: p235/75 15 )

Ford and firestone refuse to replace 16 inch tires even though there is data showing similar tire failure as the 15 inch model.the nhtsa, and csa and other groups have recommended they be included to no avail.please force a recall on these tires so that we may feel a greater sense of safety than currently felt.( dot number: tire size: p25516r70 )

2 separate failures due to delamination( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

All tires cracking around entire perimeter at sidewall/tread interface.( dot number: canada tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires will not hold up under normal driving conditions.i am running 8 plugs in these tires.i drive only on paved roads - tires look good, but do not hold air.i have to inflate my tires after it sets overnight.( dot number: tire size: p215/75r15 )

Susan crum. No safety defect listed in summary.( dot number: w2hcipy217 tire size: p235-75r15 )

After having my '97 ford explorer sport firestone wilderness at tires checked on tuesday, august 22 at 5:00 pm, i was given a printout from bob davidson ford that confirmed that my wilderness at's were not part of the firestone recall as they did not have the needed "vd" dot code. The dealer's report read, "not applicable to recall. Tires of ok dot (w2hl). I was leary about driving the explorer on interstate 95 from baltimore to delaware but had to join my wife who was assisting her 85 year old mother who is recovering from a broken pelvis in wilmington. Returning home at about 10:15 pm from wilmington, del. To baltimore, md. On wednesday, august 23, the explorer started to swim on the road, noticeably swerving. Just then a man in a car on my right started yelling at me and pointing to the rear of my vehicle. I realized something was very wrong and pulled over immediately. The tire was flat. Although it was not a "blowout" as has caused many accidents in explorers over the past few months, the tire went flat quickly, in a couple minutes at most. When i took off the tire and looked inside, there were large air bubbles inside the tire. In addition, the tire was shredded in several sections inside. The outside of the tire was mushy and spongey. Early on thursday, august 24, i took the tire to the firestone tire center and they informed me that i had hit something on the road that had caused the tire to lose air. However, there was no puncture and the inside of the tire was obviously ripped apart rather extensively. When we consulted with other tire dealers about the condition of our other three tires on the vehicle they pointed out the cracks all along the edge of the tread, indicating that the tread is noticeably beginning to separate from the rest of the tire. As the tires are in "mid-life" but not on the formal recall list, we are stuck with tires unsafe to drive on the highway. We hope the recall will be expanded soon.

Tire blew out @35mph-vehicle purchased 7/6/00.gm says not going to replace tires.wildnerness le tires aren't in the recall.want all firestone tires off my vehicle!!! i do not feel safe driving on any firestone tire. (dot number: 1155mstiresize: p265/70r16)

On 9/1/00 with my 2 children in the car, i suffered a blow-out on a highway @ 65mph. I was lucky beyond measure, traffic was light & i was able to pull over to safety. The tire was inspected by our mechanic at goodyear & found to have no foregin objects in it; the tread was peeling away on the inside. The next morning i read that nhtsa had included my model tire in its warnings to firestone & ford. I called firestone directly, they said that since my tire isn't included in the recall, i should just save my receipt for the replacements & watch the news for any additional info. This company didn't even take my name, or ask for the tire info, much less ask if there were any injuries.i am furious that my family came so close to being a statistic.inaction by firestone will only lead to additional fatalities, please don't allow them to continue on the path of denial. ( dot number: vdhlawr457 tire size: p235/75r15 )

My left rear tire shredded on the highway, it appears that it was similar to the incidents reported in the newspapers( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

While travelling at 70 mph, the back of the truck started to "bob and sway."the tire then came apart and the truck went skidding across 2 lanes of traffic a total of three times.during the skid, the vehicle had a heavy rolling sensation and felt as if it were on only two weels multiple times.( dot number: vdhlipy tire size: 235/75/r15 )

Both rear tires have a crack completely circling tire where tread meets sidewall of tire. Firestone dealer says tires are not in recall and will do nothing about this problem.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Ford explorer that was only two months old had a blow out on the maine turnpike. Reported to dealer and received a new tire. When recall occured we were concerned so we bought new tires and now firestone is refusing to reimburse us for the cost. We did not buy firestone...we were too concerned after the blow out and learning of the recall we do have the receipt for the replacement tire that was for the blowout and also for the new tires we purchased( dot number: 23575r15 tire size: 038040 )

Was on the highway going to families for christmas.....all of a sudden had a flat tire.had to fix on side of road.went to have it fixed when we got back home, couldn't fix it.the tire people couldn't explain why it went flat but the tire was also ruined.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

My tires have not failed yet but 2 weeks before the recall i had them examined because they were pulling to one side. I was told it was probably "radial pull" and not to worry about it. I am now wondering if these tires could be starting to unravel. I am willing to have the nhtsa examine them before they are replaced. Please let me know if you are interested in these tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Look like tread separation about 5 inches long on one of my wilderness ht tires.the tires came with my new explorer sport 2001.the car currently has 9400 miles on it.i went to a firestone dealer who inspected the tire and confirmed the defect.he recommended i change the tires for safety, but it will have to be out of my pocket since wilderness ht is not part of the recall.he confirmed the tires were manufactured in the decatur plant, and the size is the same as those in the recall.but since the model is different, firestone will not replace it.i am very concerned with this problem since i have to drive 100 miles each day roundtrip to work.i don't feel i should have to pay to replace defective tires if the products are at fault, but i don't want to put my life at risk when the firestone dealer has already inspected and confirmed that the tire exhibit sign of tread separation.i don't think this separation is due to the wear and tear since my car is new and the tires only have about 9400 miles on them.i have contact firestone directly and they are still telling me that my model of wilderness are not under recall, and any defect would not be firestone's responsibility.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires have masive cracks in the tread looks like dry rot but real bad. ( dot number: vn08 tire size: 23570r16 )

Right rear tire blow out causing the ford to flip several times. I received major injuries.i do not recall any information about the accident, except what was told to me.( dot number: uncu 1pl 0 tire size: p255/70r16 )

While traveling on ga hwy 300 - our family was on our way to destin, florida to stay with family.the left rear tire exploded causing us to run into the median.my husband and i were traveling with our 3 children one of their friends.we were very shaken up and were stranded.instead of arriving in florida around 9:30 pm (to have dinner with my sister and mother who live there) we arrived at 1:30 am.if we had not been driving in the inside lane then we would have been hit by traffic!!the tire looked like someone had taken a box cutter and sliced all the way around the outside (inside of the lettering onthe tire)we have taken pictures and saved the tire! (tiresize: p265/70r16)

Tire separation and rollover( dot number: w2cu 1px tire size: p2557016 )

Hi,on february 25, 2003 while driving on the highway my left rear firestone tire on my subaru outback blew up.i was very lucky that no one was next to my car at the time the tire blew and i was able to pull to the side.the tire was firestone wilderness 225 60-16h-rated.part # 074772.the car is a subaru 2001 and it had only 21000 miles when the tire blew.i contacted firestone customer service dept. And the firestone shop on dempster in skokie, illinois and was informed that i will have to purchase 4 new tires because if i replace only the tire that blew, it will damage my transmission.i asked why the tire blew with only 21,000 miles on it and they could not explain but said they will send it back to their factory for investigation.they were willing to prorate only the tire that blew, not all 4 new tires.i had to pay close to $400 for 4 new tires.i contacted your office by phone the same week and explained my problem to a lady in your office.i was told that i will get a form in the mail to be filled out by me but i did not get it so i decided to contact you by e-mail.a few weeks later, when i changed my oil at the subaru dealer on grand avenue in naperville illinois, an employee in the service department stated that he was aware of another incident about a month earlier that a lady came into the shop with a similar blow out on the same firestone type wilderness tire and she had to buy 4 tires also.i am concerned that there might be more such instances and someone needs to investigate this issue before someone gets killed. The tire separated 360 degrees on its side around where the white circle is on the sidewall.i took a number of digital pictures of the tire that blew before firestone took it.i would like to send them to you either by e-mail or i can make prints. Please advise.zelig

Casings are cracked on all 4 tires around edgetook to alton blakely ford they said not to drive on these tires on the interstatebad tiresmy wife will not drive this vehicle forfear of loosing her life.( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

Currently the vehicle is at allstar nissan in baton rouge,la and the service department stated that it was a faulty tire and was one of the brands that was recalled. (tiresize: ht21565r15)

Tires are showing cord on side of tire.appears to be peeling right off of the casing notified firestone dealer they said i should not drive the truck.( dot number: tire size: 16'' )

The tire is tubeless.traveling at an estimated 50 mph the tire side wall separated from the tread.if i lost a front tire i would have had an accident. (dot number: 8m15794-7tiresize: p22560r16)

When this tire went flat recently the mechanic said "i've never seen a tire failure like this. It's like it cut itself open from the inside". Is it possible there are other tires in the current recall which may be unsafe ?( dot number: vnhl tire size: 15 inch )

Had a tire blowout on 4/99 and it ran off the road and ruined the wheel, no other damage but to the tire and the wheel itself.i put the spare on and drove to a shop to have the tire and wheel replaced.i thought i hit something in the road, but i remember the guy telling me that the tire had separated. At the time they said there was nothing they could do but replace the tire.no warranty applied as to that.now that i think about it, it makes me wonder if it could of been the tires having a defect.it angers me knowing i could of been hurt or had hurt someone.i sent an e-mail to firestone and ford and got a general response.i know my tires start with dot# (w-2), but if someone from firestone or ford would examine my tires they would see the others look like they are separating or dry rotting at the start of the treadwall.i have looked at them many times over the past few days, they look horrible.any help would be appreciated.i really do not want to end up as a statistic of someone who has been killed.i have moved to florida and drive on i-95 or the turnpike where the speed is now 70 miles an hour.that will in itself make your nervous now.please let me know if you can help.( dot number: w2 tire size: 235/75r-15 )

Tire developed a 3in.x2in.x1/2in. Bulge. Tire was swapped with spare. Since then the tread has had complete failure with a separation of approx. 3 feet around the circumference of the tire. All of this occured while being in the spare tire position. (dot number: w208tiresize: p235/70r16)

Tire blew out at high speed, explosive decompression.was not in heat climate, happened only 3 minutes after leaving home.. Tire was properly inflated.. Both ford and firestone have blown me off..made me pay full price for a replacement tire and discarded the defective tire.repeated calls to both companies have fallen on deaf ears.. I believe this tire size is also as defective as the 235's already recalled and should be also included in the recall.at minimum i think i should be reembursed for the new tire i was forced to purchase.( dot number: tire size: 255/70 r16 )

Tire failed as we were exiting expressway on the passenger rear side.we called for service and roadrunner roadservice came and replaced tire with spare at approximately 4 pm i have copy of receipt.we took tire to a firestone store and they replaced tire free after we forced the issue, they did not want to replace for free at first. Tires have been properly rotated on time and tire pressure has been maintained and checked properly.tire manufacturer was checked by ford/mercury service dept and we were told our tires were made in canada and therefore we are not eligible for replacement even though we have had a tire failure.firestone kept the tire that they replaced so we do not have it in our possession. ( dot number: vn tire size: 23575r15 )

Tirerecall concerns of safety and to change new tires ones by weekend( dot number: )

I had 2 of 4 tires that were separating, i replaced them with the advise of a tire dealer (discount tires inc) i realize this was before the tire recall, but they were replaced because of a failure. I have submitted an invoice to firestone for reimbursement, but have not heard from them. I also have a spare tire that falls under the recall and i will take this to the firestone dealer for replacement. (tiresize: 23575r15)( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

We were traveling on i-40 returning from a trip to colorado and had a blow out about 20 miles west of weatherford, ok.the tire was on a brand new car with only 4500 miles.we had checked the tires when we left colorado that morning and they were fine.when the tire blew, the car was very hard to control and pitched side to side wildly.my husband was able to regain control of the car and pull off the road.when road side assistance arrived, the man commented that the tire did not look like a normal blow out and that we should have it checked.i took the car back to the ford dealership who assured me that there was nothing wrong with the tire other than a normal road hazard (this also prevented me from collecting on the tire warranty).he also was not concerned about how the car reacted to the blown tire.i do not feel that i would have been able to control the car if i had been driving.i was not pleased with the lack of concern about my comments.i spoke to at least 2 friends who can testify under oath that i made comments about my concerns about the quality of the tires and my concern about the lack of control after the tire failed.these comments were made during july 24-28 before any of the current information about ford and firestone was made public.i regret that i did not keep the tire that blew.i hope that you will expand your investigation to include all firestone wilderness at tires as well as the ford expedition. ( dot number: vncu 1rd 4 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tire blew-out on interstate la 165.was traveling approx. 65 mph.there was no prior indication that something maybe going wrong with tire.tire had approx 40 psi air pressure.truck was not carrying any load.( dot number: w29vawi tire size: p265/75/15 )

Firestone, wilderness/at, 26575r16 on chevrolet, silverado pickup 2000 had a puncture on the sidewall and developed a bubble.dealer has been contacted.

Traveling on interstate at 70 mph. Left front tire came apart.able to control vehicle to the side of the road. Upon inspection of the remains, which included the tread but no side wall, it was apparent that there was no cut, puncture or other external damagethat would be cause for the blowout. I took the remains to the firestone store from which i purchased the tires and the manager agreed with me that the tire had failed at the sidewall , and involved an apparent high temperature. The tire was replaced with a new tire. That tire along with the others are showing, in my opinion, a strange pattern of "wear" on the sidewalls and near the bead. These tires were purchased brand new in nov. 1999. These tires are not the size tires that are involved in recall as of 8-14-00, but i believe them to be faulty. They should also be recalled in the interest of safety. Thank you.( dot number: 000 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tire completely fell apart/ tread separation( dot number: tire size: 235/70 r16 )

I bought replacement wilderness tires for my explorer last october. This past august two went bad.one blew going 55 mph.nobody was hurt but i replaced them all. Four tires were not the ones made on decantor ill but the spare was.the original tires were the recall.i am wondering if the ones made "not at the ill" plant are bad as well.mine certainly are not right. I have them saved if you would like to inspect them.( dot number: not recall tire size: recall )

When driving over 60 mph my tires exhibit a "high frequency vibration" similar to that described in a 10-11-96 ford memo, provided to nhtsa. I have discussed this matter with a ford dealer who advised me this is a common complaint, but they could not do anything about it. However, the subject memo also stated that "these tires should be replaced with like tires". So, am i being lied to ? these tires should be replaced before and accident/injury/death occur.( dot number: tire size: p25570r/16 )

Incident occurred in february, 2000, prior to information in the press about tire failure.my son and his girlfriend stopped at a traffic light and when they accelerated the car was difficult to handle and made a loud noise.they were able to get the car to the shoulder and called for help.they reported that the tire was shredded and that all that was left were a few pieces.there was a driving rain storm at the time,and they had difficulty getting help that night.we did not link this problem with tire failure until we started to hear about the problem on the news.we were grateful that the blowout happened while the car was at a stop, and not while our son was driving .he had been on a road with a steep incline, and had turned on to a road that paralleled the ocean.( dot number:)

Truck was making bearing/tire noise.dealer could not look at it for a week so had costco do a safety check.they found that the front tire belts had seperated.i replaced all 4 on the ground tires with michelins.the noise is gone.this truck is used to tow a comping trailer and usuall has max sidewall air pressure (44#) in the tire.( dot number: tire size: p265/75r16 )

While traveling on i 275 i experienced a flat tire. As soon as i felt my explorer started to lose control i pulled over and found the right rear tire had gone flat. I installed the spare tire and the following day had the flat fixed upon reinflationi found that the sidewall had a buldge running from the rim to the tread of the tire. I took the tire to a firestone dealer and he informed me that the damage was my fault.that i must have hit something to cause the sidewall belts to break. I called firestone customer hotline and the told me to take it to a second dealer. The second dealer told me the same thing. I also ask them what there warranty covered and they said manufacturing defects i ask what a manufaturing defect was and he could not tell me. If you look at there warrenty you will find that they do not cover anything . It is written so that anything that goes wrong is the users fault. I belive that if you have a flat you should be able to get off the road and change it and not have to buy a new tire as a result of it.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Initial tire seperated and caused loss of control on hwy between ft. Stoketon, tx and carlsbad, nm. Replaced with spare. Two tires partial seperated on or shortly after trip back to san antonio. All five tires replaced with michelin ( dot number: tire size: oem )

While traveling at 65 mph tire tread separated . Please provide further information.

My tires have dot starting with vh,they have a crack on the inside and outside of the tire all the way aroundjust below the tread line.no tire shop will replace these because they are not on the recall list. They appear to be unsafe and i do not want my family injured due to manufacturing neligence.i am unable to confirm where these tires were made.i am told the crack is caused by driving on dirt and paved roads but these are all-terrain tires and should hold up to different road types.please help meget these tires off my car before the tread comes off.there is still plenty of miles left on these tires but i am afraid to drive with these tires cracked!( dot number: vh tire size: p235/75r15 )

When the right front tire went flat, i was only driving about 40 miles per hour on grand river avenue in east lansing, michigan. Fortunately some other driver saw that the tire was very flat and tooted his horn and pointed at the tire. I was able to get to a gas station and put air in it.so i was not involved in an accident. (tiresize: p235/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p235/70r16 )

Sudden tire failure without warning with violent shaking of vehicle, loss of control,resultant overturning roll, crush of roof drivers side, break and inward displacement of windshield, driver stella s. Scott suffered head injury with epidural hematoma requiring craniotomy and c7 cervical fracture with nerve injury, multiple bruises, possible thoracic spine injury. 3 passengers with various lacerations, bruises, possible rib fractures.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Pe00-020; wilderness hp, tire size p24560r16, original equipment on gmc yukon 2000. Tires had been rotated twice; once at 3200 miles, and again at 5400 miles. There is significant wear on the outside of tires, it almost appears as if tiresdo not belong on 4*4 vehicle. Tires are being prorated.

Pe-00-020;35,000 miles on original equipment with 1999 ford expedition, p255/70r16 , only 4 tires are wearing out too fast on the outside of the tire, even after being properly rotated and balanced every 3000-5000 miles.

I had two tire separation failures in two weeks. Please contact me.(dot number: v672wl2tiresize: p265/70r16)

Nine flat tires since new. No nail,screw, etc. Last flat tire was 8-18 on left front. Luckilyi was not far from home and noticed truck steering badly. Slowed down and stopped. Air shooting out 3" split in tire. Not a cut. Tread is splitting open. I had to get help to change tire, and took it to firestone dealer- plaza tire service in cape girardeau, mo.tire inspected and can not be repaired due to multiple splits, from 1" to about 10"" in length.on tread. Also cracks between tread all over tire. I have kept tires asnd taken photos. Last 3 flats repaired at plaza tire. Flat in june, july and august this summer. I have had unexplained flats since truck was new.two wrecler calls and repairs total over $200.00. I had tires checked when recall was announced, as i was sure these crappy tires were on recall. Shocked to find out they were not.man checked tire on right front, said tread warping and found loose flap of tread near center of tire. Spare is on left front, and is recalled atx radial. I am sure most ranger owners not aware spare is atx.truck is unsafe to drive because of these tires. I have been stranded alone on vacation in michigan 900 miles away, had to change tires myself twice, wrecker called twice, etc.i want these terrible tires recalled. I will not have other wilderness at put on my truck. We have 3 other vehicles here, new mercedes suv, mazda rx-7, and dodge 4x4 and none of them have had a flat tire during this time. Since one tire is now off truck, i have found many longe deep splits on tread, small v shaped cracks between tread, and one pencil thick raised ridge running from side to side across the tire. Tires have a lot of tread. I am sure all tires look like this. I have called firestone, and have made my way slowly to corporate office, and am waiting to hear from them. I appreciate your conceern and help. I have also contacted congresswoman joann emerson, (r) 8th district,missouri, and the ford dealedrship.

Wilderness at pe00-020, tire size 23575r15, dot w2hl , 27,762 miles and original equipment, 1998 mercury, mountaineer, right front tire rubber has separated from the steel belt in the middle of tread .right rear has started to break , has about 1/2 inch long slits in the middle of tread , 1st groove from the outside.i

During a rutine service on my f150 pickup it was indicated that the tire was spliting. I have contacted firestone for a replacement tire and they will not replace at full cost, the notified me that i will inquire the cost after being prorated. I feel this is the same thing that is happening to the recalled tire's and i feel that this also need to be recalled before someone is injuried or killed. Please notify me of the resultes of the inquire. Thank you very much, john land( dot number: tire size: p235-70r16 )

Rear driver side tire had tread separation , and lost control of vehicle, resulting in an accident. Vehicle totalled. Please include dot number and size. Not orginal tire.

I went to my ford dealer & asked him to inspect my tires for the same problem as the 235 series.he siad " looks just like the others, you should be very concerned."my tires are cracking circumferentially around the border of the tread and sidewall, as well as with in the tread itself. I am a bit scared about the tread tearing off, they look really bad( dot number: vncu1px356 tire size: 255 70r 16 )

Pe#0020; all five tires were replaced.consumer noticed cracking all the way around the tire on the 4 worn tires.the cracking was where the tread meets the tire.the tires were all p255/70r16 wilderness at.the dot# began with vn for all tires.the approx. Mileage on the tires was 13k.the tires were the original tires of when the vehicle was purchased.the vehicle is a ford truck explorer 1999.

Driving back from las vegas nevada at 11:00 at night.suddenly the car swerved into the right lane, then the outside mirror broke.fortunately i was uninjured,but if it heppened 5 minutes later i would have been in the gorge and most likely would have had a serious accident.body damage and replacing tires has cost almost $4,000. (tiresize: 15)( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Is there a poss. Recall , what do i dothank you. No safety defect mentioned.( dot number: tire size: 215 75 15 )

Tire failed at 20 mph. Called vision ford in alamogordo, nm.spoke to three different people.they essentially told me to stuff it, and go to las cruces (2 1/2 hrs away) if i wanted service.( dot number: vn081pu147 tire size: p23570r16 )

Tire was out of shape dot # removed on all tires. Brake drum almost wore through by brake shoe. (dot number: removedtiresize: 235/85r16)

All 4 tires developed cracks in every other cleat where the tread joins the tire casing and along the beads. There was no tread separation but i felt it was imminent. Portsmouth forddid not want to inspect the tires untill i insisted. They then told me i would have to wait for the next available appointment which was 2 weeks away.i finally called the national ford customer service number.they would not even talk to me about the defective tiresuntill i verbally forced a customer service agent to take a formal complaint. The people at the firestone national 800 number would not give me any information about warrrantee replacement. I had to locate a firestone tire service center in manchester, nh. Firestone offered to replace the tires allowing 50% tread wear. The problem is they could not provide replacement tires for 5-6 months. To sum this up, i purchased 4 tires of another brand today. I have the lot number of the defective tires: vncu1tx048 (all 4 the same lot) i took digital pictures of the defects and have my receipts.( dot number: not known tire size: 255/70r16 )

One of originally installed 16 " firestone wilderness at tires in ford explore blew out prematuarly when we were driving on the south-bound of i-95 at conneticut on may 10, 1999. Fortunately, no accident was involved and no one was injured. We just replaced brocken tire to a new one at nearby tire shop. I have not reported to anyone then. This tire failure was obviously premature tire failure, which is the same to the one currently recalled on firestone tires. I brought the car for inspection at a ford dealer in virginia in late august, but they rejected to replace it since this is 16 inch tire and only 15 inch tires were recalled then. I am reporting that 16 inch tires of this tiye are also in danger as we experienced and those shall be recalled immediately to avoid future accidents. ( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

On 3-17-00, while traveling north on i-476, between lansdale & quakertown, in pennsylvania, at approximately 65mph, my left reat tire essentially disintigrated. I was using my vehicle to move furniture and it was fairly loaded.aaa changed my tire, and i subsequently replaced it with another firestone tire.today i learned that the remaining tires on my ford are the tires being recalled by firestone.i have receipt for replaced tire.( dot number: tire size: p27575r17 )

Exessive tread wear, flat spots,exessive noise,constant rotating and balancing needed.( dot number: w2hawb377 tire size: 225/75/r15 )

Tires have a strange looking wear pattern developing( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )

Side blew out of tire.firestone dealer said it looked like the result of a prior hard impact with a curb.no such impact occurred.i'm reporting now in light of the firestone recall of other tires and the fact 2 firestone dealers said most instances of known tire failures on explorers were to the right rear tire.( dot number: tire size: 255/70 r16 )

Replacement tire on a jeep, grand, cherokee, 1997,p225/70r16, 104.while traveiling at30 to 35 mphvehicle suddenly went toleft. Consumer quickly turned steering toright and lost control hitting a building.please provide any further information.

These tires need to be included in the recall!!i had a blow out (left front) at 65mph at 24k miles.the other front tire was gouged and cracked.i replaced these tires with 2 more firestone p225/70r15s and 25k miles later both front tires were again gouges and cracked.i had those replaced 2 dadys prior to the other recall announcement.from the news reports i have seen and from comparing my tires to others, they look the same damage wise as the ones being recalled.there is no reason anyone should go through 2 sets of tires in 50k miles.please continue to look further into this problem.it is not just isolated to the tires currently under investigation.( dot number: w2uuipo248 tire size: p225/70r15 )

3/10, one month after purchase.driving heard loud bang, looked to my back right and saw debri flying in the air.the truck began to shake, i pulled over and my tire was totally flat. , it exploded.7/4 driving about 40, heard loud bang from front of car, car began to shake uncontrollably.manged to pull over to side and tire was totaly flat( dot number: vncu1px409 tire size: p255/70r16 )

The recent deaths of 62 people driving the firestone 15" tires should also raise the concern that the wilderness 16" tires have the same defects and they will explode.mine did!!firestone is still denying that the 16" tires have a problem.they are still trying to cover up their mistakes.unfortunately, others must die before anything can be done.please send this information to the senate subcommittee that is investigating firestone and ford.they are both at fault for this cover-up since 1992.my phone number is (318) 377-2797 if you have any further questions.thank you.( dot number: tire size: 255 70 r16 )

Returning home from myrtle beach, sc to wash, dc area, while in nc lost controll of car due to tire blowing - my serial number of the tires were not the official recall.started with vh (?) instead of vd.did evetually have to get all four replaced at the dealer in nc because the other three had defects.i still have the spare that matched the replaced tires.my insurance had to cover the damage to my car - firestone would not.i'm upset that my old tires are not part of the recall - they should be for obvious reasons!i've had no success getting my point heard.( dot number: tire size: 14 in )

My company owns 5 ford rangers.over the past two months, i have been fighting with northpoint ford and with firestone to get these tires repaired or replaced.i have had two trucks where the tires have split and got no response.one truck with less than 25,000 miles on it, the tires are worn out and the truck today that blew the sidewalls out and once again contacted firestone and northpoint ford and they both are telling me it is the other ones responsibilitie to replace.so i am contacting you to see if you can help me so that i don't have to buy twenty tires to keep my drivers on the road safely.thanking you in advance for your help. Carey gill. (tiresize: p225/70r15)( dot number:tire size: p225/70r15 )

The side walls on the 16 inch firestone tires on my 1998 ford explorer, eddie bauer model began to crack and the thread began to separate. I brought my suv into a firestone tire and service center.the service manager inspected the tires and agreed that the 16 wilderness at tires were defective.however, he said that he could not replace them since firestone hq said there was nothing wrong with their 16" wilderness at tires.contrary to hq claim the service manager seeing the obvious defect/failure of the tires agreed to gave me a small allowance on the tires if i bought 4 brand new bridgestone tires.fearing for the safety of my family i had no choice but to pay full retail, less the allowance in order to getnew tires. Please for the safety of the driving public , make a full investigation ofthe 16 inch firestone wilderness at tires and get these unsafe, defective 16" firestone wilderness at tires off the road and market before people are killed.( dot number: tire size: p255/70/16 )

I thought i should give you my information to add to the recent investigation into firestone tires.my firestone wilderness tire malfunctioned, cauding my ford explorer sport ot spin out of control, hit the curn on the opposite side of the street, and flip over.the car has been totalled by my insurance company.( dot number: tire size: at )

The right rear tire went flat while going up the huey p. Long bridge.my wife was driving and she was forced to go up and over the bridge to a safe place to change the flat tire.as a result of rolling on the flat tire, the sidewall of the tire was ruined.we bought a new tire from firestone to replace the damaged flat tire.the new tire is one that is involved in the recall currently in effect by firestone.( dot number: vnhl328 tire size: 235/75/r15 )

I am concerned about my safety( dot number: )

Tire blowout on highway. Separation on side. Dealer (firestone) would not cover because it was not a recalled tire yet even though obvious defect. (dot number: 8x??tiresize: p235/75r15)

I am the owner of a 96 dodge ram 1500 ext. Cab truck.i purchased the truck with 33000 mile from vancouver dodge in vancouver, washington on jan 17, 1998.at the time of purchase the vehicle was equipped with firestone firehawk atxtires size 30 x 9.50 r15.( dot number: tire size: 30x9.50r15 )

This morning a recall for firestone widerness at tires was announced.i contacted my firestone dealer and they say its only for tires with dot starting with "vd".they said nothing about only certain dot numbers onthe news release by firestone v.p. Gary crigger.my wife and kids drive this car every day and i feel my tires are not safe, however the firestone dealer will not replace my firestone wilderness at tires becaude of a wrong dot number.god forbid anything happens to my family.i want these tires replaced.please help!!( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Clear day/newly paved road/no debris/blowout/gash in tire where tread met sidewall( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

The firestone wilderness 225/60r16 experienced blowout which resulted in vehicle accident. *mjs

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

February 1998 while driving on a divided highway between phoenix and tucson at about 65mph, the left rear tire blew out by throwing the entire tread belt off and causing the car to end up crossing the left lane and going down into the median.the tire was taken back to firestone in tucson in feb 98 and they said too bad, its road hazzard, you hit something on the highway and just weren't smart enough to know it.mercury at least replaced the rim.we were so disgusted with firestone that we bought two new tires for the front from a different dealer.thank god it was the rear tire that blew out.( dot number: vdhl1py127 tire size: p235/75r15 )

After having the car for only three days, we were traveling 60 mph on a highway when the left rear tire disintegrated - no steering or control problems occurred and we were able to pull over and put on the spare.we returned home and took the car to the ford dealer where we purchased the vehiclethree days prior and they at first refused to cover the cost of replacing the tire.after much debate and reluctance on their part ("this never happens, you must have hit a nail") - we argued that there was no way the tire should have blown after only being drive on for less than 300 miles and that we did not hit anything we were aware of (their inspection of the tire also yielded no punctures that they could find).ford finally agreed to pay for a new wilderness tire and it was replaced.we are reporting this so that you know this happened over one year ago on a virually brand new tire.( dot number: vncu tire size: 16 )

In may i was taking my son to hampton, sc.i had been on a secondary road for less then five miles when i heard a loud noise and subsequent difficulty maneuvering my suv.luckily driver's edfrom 26 years ago clicked in and i was able to safely get my vehicle off to the side.as my son and i removed the spare and read the owner's manual, an off duty sc patrolman stopped to help change the tire.everyone who saw it remarked that it looked different than the usual "blow-out"it looked like it exploded.i had the two tires replaced with michelin tires on the right side and would like to know when i can get the others replaced.despite the hot climate in coastal sc, my tires will be recalled last and i've already had one exploding tire!please advise me of what steps i should take next as i feel my life and that of others is in danger.thank you,susan pressley( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I am sure these aren't original equipment.the tread pealed off of the tire.( dot number: tire size: 22575r16 )

I was driving south on highway i-25 in colorado when all of a sudden, i heard a "weird" sound and my truck started to swing from one side of the road to the other. I managed to get it under control and put it on the side of the freeway. The tire was completely shredded. Firestone blamed it on me, said that i drove over a nail or something and that they wouldn't cover anything. It was clearly visible that the thread had seperated, all around. I had lost my confidence in the tires since one other tire showed marks on the side and i bought bridgestone tires. After a long discussion, they agreed to refund me for one tire.( dot number: )

We were traveling north on 75 in richardson, tx when the tire came apart.the wheel is all banged up.we're lucky that we didn't get killed or kill anybody while trying to exit the freeway.we don't feel safe driving the car now. It's very upsetting to pay $450.00/month for a car that you're afraid to drive.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

No summary( dot number: w2hl tire size: 15 )

On my way to poway,ca, southbound i-5, my car began to pull to the right and shake.i pulled off to check my tires.checking all 4 tires for correct inflation, i found nothing wrong.i got back on the freeway, as i was out in the middle of nowhere, lowered my speed and continued.as i approached poway the front end started to make a thumping noise.i was less than 1 mile from my sister's house, so i lowered my speed again and finished my trip.we looked at the tires and noticed that the right front tire had a bulge in it.it was about5" in size along the tire tread.on 7/17 i took my explorer to the ford dealer of poway (perry ford) for an inspection.robert saw the bubble and said that all four tires needed to be replaced.he suggested a new set of firestones.having had problems with them on our 1993 ranger, and seeing the bubble on a tire that should not have to be replaced i refused.he was very persistant saying firestone makes a great tire, but i refussed. Having all four tires replaced,mounted, balanced, and an alignment, it cost $550.21 to get myself and my children home to anaheim.when we bought the explorer in 1998, we asked for the tires at that time, before pick-up, to be replaced as we had had problems with firestones on the ranger.the dealer would not replace them, but gave us the name of a place to go to get new tires and possibly at a discount as the firestone tires were new and could be bought back.if this condition has been under investigation for awhile, why would the ford dealer of poway suggest(almost insist) that the same tire be put back on??isn't that a little neglectful of robert and the dealer knowing i was going to get back on the freeway with my children and drive over 80 miles?i am very angry and upset about hearing about this investigation going on and the fact that nothing was said to me, and it cost me $550.00 for a problem that they created.please let me know of any further information.

While driving down road, noticed a loud noise.slowed down to realize tire had blown. The tread had peeled off of the right rear tire.i have pictures if needed.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/r15 )

Accident occurred on june 7, 1997 approximately 10 miles south of montgomery, al. My wife was driving the vehicle and i trailed her in my explorer. The tire on the right rear of her explorer separated and caused the vehicle to spin and then leave the highway.it overturned as it slid down an incline.the vehicle then flipped right side up and slid into a fence post.the tire never deflated, but all of the steel belt was gone.the vehicle was totalled by southern united fire insurance company.it was replaced by a 1997 ford explorer.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I replaced my firestone wilderness at tires on 7/28/00 because of cracks on the sidewalls (just prior to recall). I showed this to a service advisor at townsend ma. Ford on 9/25/98 but was advised ford does not warranty tires. My brother-in-law w/same truck & tires blew out the sidewalls of two tires while traveling on dirt roads going to his camp in northern maine. We both believe there is a defect with the p235/70r16 series of firestone wilderness tires. Although they do not qualify for the current recall program, nor did they exhibit the reported tread separation problem, i am convinced the "cracked sidewall" issue should be investigated. I would like to be notified if a defect is verified.( dot number: vn08ipu496 tire size: p235/70r16 )

One year ago i took my explorer to the dealership because the tires are making a thumping noise.they stated the tires were "cupping".that it was a tire problem not a vehicle problem.they referred me to the firestone dealership.i took the explorer to the firestone dealership they stated that the tires were cupping and that it was a ford problem and that the" explorers ate tires."to date my tires are still noisey and i am very concerned for my families safety. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

All 4 tires have cracks all the around the edge.the dealer told me that they were not part of the recall.my question was you should replace the tires under the warranty.he told me to go to a firestone dealer as they were the manufacurers.the firestone dealer said that the cracks were due to aging and this was normal and i should not worry.i find it very hard to believe that this is the case,after only 24000 and less than 3 years. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

While traveling at 60 mph on a highway i experienced a sudden tire failure on a firestone wilderness at tire (p25570r16).there was a loud humming noise coming from the back of my truck just prior to the incident.after the tire failed i immediately pulled onto the shoulder and called ford's roadside assistance.i was told that ford would send someone out to fix the flat but they could not do anything with regards to replacing the tire.pictures are available.although there are no visible indications that the tire failed due to anything other than a manufacturing defect i am taking the tire to a local firestone dealer for observation.( dot number: vncu1px459 tire size: p25570r16 )

Consumer vehicle experienced 2 tire failures, first a flat then a blowout on the highway(firestone wilderness tire). Nlm

While driving on the freeway at 70 mph the rear tire began to shake and the car began to swerve. I slowed down to find that the tire had shred all the way around. I drove it to the side were i contacted ford roadside assistance @ 3:00 am. I took it into the nearest firestone to get a replacement. He could not find a reason why this had happened no cuts in the tire just seperation. According to my warranty i should have gotten a free replacement because of a defect the manager refused because he assumed the tire was not properly inflated i paid for a new tire.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

3 weeks ago a vd coded wilderness at on right front of my explorer lost a chunk of tread exposing both steel belts. I took it to firestone who said the stories in the press were false, and there was no problem. This was august 8, 2000. They sold me a replacement tire. I had previously been to this store complaining of woble at speed. They claimed the tires (all vd code) were good, and the alignment by ford dealer was bad. My ford dealer had inspected tires and alignment 7 months earlier and said the tires were bad.i did not install the replacement new tire since the recall news came the following day. So i used my spare, dot coded w2hl while recall issues were being resolved.today i was driving at 70 mph in texas, 107 degrees at the time. The car started wobbling severly, and i slowed down. The entire tread of the tire then flew off, after causing damage to the car. The tire did not blow out, fortunatley. I walked back down the highway and retrieved the tread if anyone wants to inspect it. This was my spare tire, also mounted on right front, and it was a supposedly good dot code. I have had two defectives in 3 weeks on the right front of the same car. I was carrying 30 lbs pressure at the time of the second failure. I put the new spare on, drove to a tire store and bought 4 tires. I retained all four bad tires (3 are dot vd, and the otherw2hl.i believe you need to look for other bad dot plant codes. I also think there is a defect in the ford suspension, based on several mechanics reporting to me that the explorers all exhibit an unusual tire wear pattern.thanks.( dot number: w2hl1py416 tire size: p235-75r15 )

The chevrolet tahoe now has 19,000 miles and we never have had a flat tire> on any of the these tires.> yesterday may 7, 2005 we were driving on the freeway at 60 mph. When we> heard a pop sound on the right side of the vehicle.> i soon could feel that the tire was getting flat and pulled over to the> shoulder and observed the the right rear tire had blown out. There was no> objects or pot hole in the roadway that i could have ran over with the> vehicle.> the blow out of the tire was around the seam of the outer sidewall.>> questions?:> has there been similar occurrences with this make of firestone tire?> is this type of sidewall blow out covered under my warranty?

Tire noise and vibration at highway speed, replaced tires before failure occured.( dot number: wzuu1po446 tire size: p225/70r15 )

The tire tread completely separated from the rim.i went to the firestone store and they insist this is not a defect.( dot number: )

A ford ranger truck equipped with the wilderness/ht size, 15 inches; one of the tires disintegrated while driving at 55 mph. Firestone has been contacted.

Firestone has re-called 15 inch tires of this type, i have 16 inch tires which have the identical failure. Please urge firestone to recall all tires of this type.( dot number: w2cuipx tire size: 255/70r/16 )

These are the same tires they are recalling just 30 millimeters wider firestone is rude hung the phone up on me. I want them to fix my tires( dot number: vdhl tire size: 265/75/15 )

Email sent to both ford and firestone on 9/3/00 as follows:( dot number: 8xhl1py070 tire size: 235/75/15 )

When replacing these original tires due to much rougher than normal ride sears technician diagnosed the problem due to tire unraveling from the inside. Note: on the outside these tires appeared to the naked eye to look perfectly normal and intactfrom the outside.( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

I want all 5 tires replaced( dot number: )

As i was driving the 2000 ford e350 uhaul the rear right tire disintergrated and blew out while driving at 55 mph on a very hot day in northern california. I temporarily lost control of the truck but managed to pull off the road where i waited a long time for the highway patrol to rescue me. You folks need to seriously investigate uhaul, firestone, and ford for putting my life at risk and selling dangerous crappy tires. Thank you.( dot number: tire size: huge )

Two of the three tires on vehicle (vn dot serial #) showing same signs of separation as the vd dot serial # recalled tires.( dot number: vnhl1py077 tire size: recalled )

All four tires on vehicle show 'bruising' on sidewall near tread. The two front tires show 'feathering', cracks around sidewall tread. None of the four tires will sustain proper air pressure as required by manufacturer to avoid accident, injury or death. June 6,2000 three tires took 8 psi, one took 10 psi, air to bring pressure to conformity as stated on driver's side door sticker side sticker issued by ford motor. On july 8, 2000 three tires took 6 psi air, one 8 psi air. On august 8,2000 three tires took 16 psi air, one 18 psi air. This is in accordance with the mfr. Psi of 44.( dot number: w2cu tire size: p255/70r16 )

Odi# 6141 - while driving at approximately 55 mph right rear tire had ballooned out which flattened the tire.tire was a firestone p265/75sr15 w/ 80% of tread left.tire was the second of tires bought from the 1992 toyota pickup.

The vehicle had 5 flat tires which had to be replaced, one tire was patched on 3 occasions and another was patched twice, the consumer replaced all tires and requested reimbursement but was denied because the failures/replacement did not fall within the program dates,firestone wilderness.

On the night of wednesday may 5th 1999 i was traveling home on interstate highway 44 in the left lane at 70 mph. All of the sudden i heard a loud noise. It sounded like the rear hatch of my ford explorer had blown open. I soon discovered that my left rear tire had exploded. Luckily i quickly made it over to the shoulder without incident.( dot number: tire size: p2557r16 )

My tires show the same sign as those that are on recall i have call firestone on several occations to complain to no avail .they keeptelling me i can not be helped because my tires are not on recall. Do they want for me to die before something is done?. Thanks for your time. ( dot number: tire size: p255/70/16 )

My ford explorer has been ford dealer (only) maintained from new. The firestone wilderness tires on it were at p235/75/r15 dot vnhl , tubeless radials.they had done 63000 miles when inspected by firestone technicians and found to have thread line cracking over 360 degrees on all four tires.the remaining thread depth was 0.25 inches on all tires -- wear was even.the thread depth was more than the height of the molded low thread level indicators.( dot number: vnhl tire size: 235/75/r15 )

Chunks of tread is falling off tire size p26570r16, dot# not available.consumer also,front passenger sidesidewall is falling apart.contact dealer, and dealer stated would exchange tires if consumer bought a higher priced tire.

Due to tire failure and blow-out, rim was also destroyed.( dot number: tire size: ps35 )

I know these tires were not recalled, but you should know that we experienced a tire separation and blow out on this firestone tire. The tires were not worn out, but i replaced all of them. I still have the original spare in storage.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r15 )

Driving eastbound on i-12 louisiana en route to md when vehicle shook violently and we lost control of vehicle and did a 360 and slammed into trees . Vehicle was total loss and 2 animals perished , spouse and i were taken via ambulance to slidell mem. Hospital( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

Intermittant bubbling in sidewalls...taken to car dealer twice.bubbles appear and disappear.( dot number: tire size: p235sr16 )

While driving my pickup on a 4 lane road the right front tire sidewall blew out.there was no apparent reason for the blowout.the tire had a hole in it the size of a grapefruit next to the tread.i took the tire to a chev dealer in phoenix arizona and they gave me a discount on another tire but would not replace it free.i also went to a firestone store owned by firestone.they told me there was nothing they could do except sell me a new set of tires.they did tell me that a passenger tire for a pickup was not the idea tire.however, they told me to appeal to women drivers and get a smooth ride they put passenger tires like mine on chevrolet trucks.great huh?i just missed having an accident.nobody after looking at the tire could tell me what caused it to explode.( dot number: tire size: p265/75r16 )

The firestone wilderness at tires on the vehicle are experiencing failure, consumer is being denied recall replacement (p255/70r16) however tires are experiencing the same failures. *mjs

Right rear tire blew/disintegrated on interstate westbound from a las vegas event.remaining tires seem to have an odd wear pattern even though tire pressures are kept at 30psi( dot number: wzhh-awb tire size: p225/75r15 )

Less than 5,000 miles, firestonewilderness at p23575r16. Consumer was driving at approximately 70 mph in 90 degree weather whenright rear tire tread came completely off, even after consumer checked tire pressure.prior to incident consumer did heard a humming noise. Also,it looked like a retread tire.

While traveling 35 mph consumer lost control of vehicleand it flipped over due totire blowout. Please provide further information.

I noticed one of my tires has a deep tear.it looks like a piece of the rubber just tore off leaving a gash.( dot number: tire size: 16 inches )

Tires are cracking at bottom of tread line on side wall, also "chunking"at top of tread, pieces of top of tread are lifting from tire( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75/15 )

Tires were replaced since there were signs of hunks of tire being thrown from the tire. There appeared to be evenely spaced stress mars in the tire. I feared for my safety and had them replaced in january.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

This tire blew apart at 70 mph, and caused the vehicle to nearly roll over, and i was injured..( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Nissan dealer has attempeted several times to fix a vibration problem that gets worse with speeds between 65-80mph. They claim other customers have also had the same problems with the firestone wilderness ht series tires. They have agreed to replace two. ( dot number: tire size: p215/65r15 )

Right rear tire shows definite signs of tread separation. Small hairline crack running around outside of tire about an inch down from top of tread. Left rear tire not as noticeable but on close examination shows signs of beginning to separate. Although tire size is not on recall list when inspected by firestone dealer they agreed to replace all four tires.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire blew out (shredded) on highway when my wife was driving.rim damaged as tire virtually evaporated.my wife was able to gain control of vehicle and steer to breakdown lane where she was towed by aaa.tire replaced at dealer (dinger ford).backup documentation (dealer invoice) available upon request.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

All four of these wilderness/at tires on this ford, explorer, 1998, size p23575r15.tiresare shreading alongsides where tread meetssidewall. Firestone and ford has been contacted.

While driving i noticed that my truck was pulling to the right all of a sudden. Upon inspecting the right front i found the r front tire flat. After changing the tire i noticed that the tread looked like it was starting to come apart. I returned the tire to the dealer since it only had 900 miles on it and was informed that tires are not covered bywarranty.i purchassed a new tire and contacted firestone via telephone. I was told that there was nothing that they could do, but after fighting with the rep. She put me on hold and when she came back she said "that for costumer satifaction they would send me a chack for half the cost less taxes after they recive a copy of the bill". I faxed them a copy and recived a check for $47.00 in a few weeks. In my phone convercation i stressed that it looked like the tread was comming part but they denied it and that was the end. Now the news hits that they have known about this problem and still refuse to admit it. I have unsafe tires and will as soon as possible purchass new one and seek to file a lawsuit on this matter.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

While traveling down a graveled road in a remote location in northwestern colorado the left rear tire suddenly went flat . Some pictures of the tire being changed were taken but may not show the damaged tire.i manage a fleet of government vehicles and thoughtthe tires looked as if there was a break down of the materials prior to the incident.there was no indication of the tire going flat, it just blew and almost came off the rim in a distance of less than 10 feet.( dot number: vd tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire blew out at posted highway speed (75mph) on interstate 40 east of gallup, nm.air pressure set to manufacturer's specs approximately 3000 miles earlier.subject tire apperently not subject to recall at this time, although i would encourage immediate recall.note that this incident occured prior to national attention to problems with firestone a/t tires.( dot number: w2hhawa196 tire size: p225/75r )

While driving at 65 mph this firestone, wilderness/ht on an ford, ranger blewout. Sidewall was separated from the tire. Firestone was contacted.

We experienced an unexplained blow out of our right rear tire driving down berthoud pass in the mountains of colorado.firestone replaced the tire at no charge.they found no explaination for the blowout.the weather was cold, colorado in march, at a high elevation.heat was not a factor.the tires had less than 5000 miles on them.we are very fortunate we did not lose control and plummet off of the mountain.this problem is not just occurring in warm southern states.( dot number: )

Firestone and ford are not doing enough on this recall.this recall did not catch them by surprise as they have recalled tires in foreign nations without informing the american public.my explorer sits parked in the garage and clearly shows signs of tire seperation that is about to come.as of friday the 25th of august ford has told me another 45 days for tires, customer service is so poor at firestone i refuse to even deal with them.firestones top executives do not wish to talk to any consumers as i have tried to contact them on several occasions only to be transfered to lines that are non existant in the end.i do not beleive in filing lawsuits against corporations as i feel it hurts america more than it helps.however, because of the ignorance of ford and firestone , i feel these companies should pay to the point of bankrupcy.i am interested in joining a class action suit and wonder where do i go.thank you, jeff mayer( dot number: vdhl tire size: 235/75r15 )

The tires would not plug, everytime they put a plug in it the tire would rip even more and chunks of the tire rip off while driving. The tires would end up having up to 6 plugs in a small pin hole due to the ripping..( dot number: tire size: 265/75/16 )

Hello, i have a 2000 toyota tocoma 4x4 that i purchased this past april.for the past month i have had trouble with the firestone wilderness at tires that were original equipment on the truck.i made an appointment with the toyota dealer where i purchased the truck to have the tires looked at.the tires were making a thumping noise.this was before i had heard about the problem firestone was having.the dealer told me to take them to firestone to have them looked at, which i did.the firestone dealer told me that the tires were low on air (the 26 psi that the toyota dealer told me to run the tires on), and that the front tires had excessive wear.firestone said the tires should have 32 psi.firestone replaced the tires costing me $56.00 of my own money.the very next day i could not exceed 55 mph without the steering wheel and front end shaking uncontrollably.i notified firestone and they found the two new tires were bad also.they replaced those with yet another two new tires.i see now firestone is recalling wilderness at tires however, they are only recalling size p235/75r15.the original tires on my truck were wilderness at 265/75r15, so i guess im not included.with all the trouble i have had with these tires, i fear driving any long distances with them even though they were not the size being recalled.additionally, my wife refuses to ride in the truck until we replace the firestone tires.i cannot afford at this point to purchase all new tires.i have asked toyota to replace the tires only to be told that firestone is responsible.i would still like to replace these tires with something like goodyear ats tires of the same size and style. Is there any possibility that the tires i have will be involved in this soon?please respond as soon as you can, thank you.( dot number: bm13571-4 tire size: p265/75r15 )

I have had numersous complaints about this vehicle some have reoccurred, and some have never been fixed. No safety defect listed in summary.( dot number: tire size: stock )

I sent a letter requesting a full refund. Sent my original receipt with copies and received a letter back saying my original receipt was not received.i have received several recall notices on these tires. I would like arefund back in the amount of $335.94, i have copies showing that i purchased 4 new tires. I had numerous problems with the tire prior to this recall.no safety defect listed. (dot number: vdtiresize: p235/7515)

Tire blew when turning to parallel park - replaced with same.since about 10,000 miles, the other 3 oe tires on vehicle have shown "peeling" rubber on the sidewalls to where the white inner belts are showing through in small areas.i had thought this was normal wear and tear in the south (i recently moved here from michigan) until i started hearing and reading in the last few days about the inherent problems with these particular tires.i am now extremely concerned about the potential danger of driving my explorer with these tires.i would like to know what can be done to remedy the situation.thanks.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/r1 )

Steve olinger, a service manager at walker ford had my car inspected and found that three of my tires were subjected to the firestone recall. He then told me that ford would not replace the tires because ford and firestone had agreed not to replace tires with over 50,000 miles. I have called and visited firestone and they have said ford is wrong. I told ford this but they have restated their policy to me.( dot number: tire size: 15 inch )

The tires on my truck are not the ones that are being recalled but i am having similar problems: the tires look like they are dry rotted; wearing off on the outer edges; tread coming apart from the tires(seperating). I have taked it to the dealership where my service is done and they have told me that they have never seen a set of tires do this away before. The truck has been servericed on a regular basis and the tires front end has been aligned twice at the dealership with no actual repairs being made because i have been told that it is still under the factory specifications. I know that these tires are a safety hazzard, all i want is for someone to listen to me about these tires.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

The firestone wilderness (p235/75r15) tires that are on the vehicle are experiencing bumps, tires are being denied recall replacement at this time, consumer is not satisfied with the recall that is currently being issued. *mjs

Rubber come off tires. ( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

All four tires have cracked on the sidewall appears to be early signes of separating. Firestone first stated 5/00 there was not a problem, yet replaced only 2 at a reduced cost to me. They have refused to replace the other 3 even though the tires are clearly coming apart at the base of the tread. Firestone stated these are not covered and will not do anything. Please help me to have these replaced.( dot number: w2cu1px tire size: 255 70 r16 )

Tire blowout which damaged the right front rim - couldn't afford a new rim, thus my tire is not in complete balance.( dot number: tire size: p23575r-15 )

I was just washing vehicle and found that the tire had began to crack. It is on the oustide edge of the tire near wherethe belts would be inside the tire.the vehicle is 21 months old, but only has 1600 miles and has been garage kept. Tireshave always had 34 pounds of air pressure. I do not have the dot number with me at my work where i have e-mail. I do know that they were coded for wilson, ncfacality.( dot number: tire size: 265/70 x17 )

Firestone wildersness at p 235r7515, consumer took vehicle to firestone and was told that the tires were on recall.but, will not be able to provide replacements until november.then, contacted jim berk ford in bakersfield ca, dlr an was told thatdealer will place consumer on waiting list. Consumer felt that he wasdriving a very unsafe vehicle, and that nhtsa needed to be aware of how firestone and fordwere handling the recall.

Tire blew out and caused vehicle to swerve right and to collide with the rear trailer of an 18 wheel tractor-trailer, and then vehicle proceeded off road across shoulder of highway and through the adjacent fence.vehicle received extensive damage and both occupants were injured and required medical treatment.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

I lost one tire the treads were just coming off. Firestone said it was a road hazard.my tires are not on the recall. When i had a independent firestone dealer look at my other tires " he said they lookvary dry rotted all around the tread area, and said he wished he could replace them"this all happened a couple of months ago when i called firestone about the problem they new what was going on they even hired people off the streets who had no prier tire experience they told me my tires are safe with out even looking at them. Please save some lives and make them recall the rest of their defective tires. How many more people have to die for profits?( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

1st incident firestone tire blew out at 2000 mi. Contacted ford dlr...said nothing they could do it was a firestone problem.then went to firestone dlr in lebanon, mo..said no warranty nothing they could do!had to buy new tire cost $105.00.i then called ford mtr. Co. Rep. Said not their problem. Informed them tires no good should last 2000 mi.refused to discuss.2ndincident was approx. 100 mi. Later , the next month.that tire came apart . Belt broke loose from tire.decided too dangerous not taking chance.we were forced to 4 different brand tires @105.00 each.we now have 3 new firestone tires sit in drive.to dangerous to even give away.no help from ford dealer,or ford mtr co., or firestone.now, the world is finding out what we already knew but paid for new to save lives.we want our money.ford and firestone we feel responsible but are thankful no death.thank you.danny j. Wilson. (dot number: vdcu-1pxtiresize: 255/70r16)

While traveling at highway speed of 45-50 mph in a ford explorer 1998 rear driver's firestone wildernesstire blewoutwhile towing a boat. Tire size and dot # was not available. Tire was original equipment with the vehicle. Tire was replaced for same tire at the dealer. Please feel free to provide any further details.

I haven't noticed any problems with my vehicle or any part of it. I also had no idea of any reports made against firestone and the tires on some explorers and other suv's. I live in ames, ia and i was driving to minneapolis, mn at 5:00 pm. It's about a 3 1/2 hour drive. We were about an hour north of ames on i-35, we were going 65 m/p/h and about to pass another vehicle when the whole car just began to shake and we were forced off to the side of the road. After getting out and inspecing the vehicle, we noticed that the right driver's side tire was completely shredded. It seemed like the sides just blew up. Luckily, no one was injured and we changed the tire to the spare and turned aroudn and came home. Now, i'm worried that the other tires aren't safe. I am going to have them all inspected right away in the morning, but i hope something is done to prevent this from happening again. And those of us who have had it happen should get some compensation from the company.( dot number: )

Tire blewout,looks to be tire separated was cause. (dot number: w2hh awbtiresize: p225/75r15)

I have had three firestone tire failures since purchasing this car - one definitely due to a separated tread - i have had to replace all the tires on my explorer.(tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

All four tires are seriously cracked at the tread area. Mechanic says that the vehical is fine that the steering problem is because of belt separation in the tires.( dot number: tire size: 265/75r15 )

These tires started to fail on a recent trip to lubbock, tx. On 08/23/2000. I had the firestone dealer in liberal, ks look at them.his comment to me was that he could pro-rate them and adjust them. He also said he did'nt have any tires to put on at the time(08/25/2000)the tire failure is the treads were starting to crack and seperate.( dot number: w2hlipy507 tire size: p235-75r15 )

On saturday night july 8, 2000 my 18 year old daughter was returning home from a friends house on interstate 65. She had traveled approximately 5 miles when the left rear tire blew out. She was lucky she was able to control the vehicle to the side of the interstate. Upon my arrival it looked as if the tire had blew outon the inside and the outside. The tire was barely still on the rim. I took the tire to a local firestone dealer on july 10, 2000 for replacement. The dealer could not pin point a reason for the failure and replaced the tire at a pro-rated price of $40.66. I noticed the replacement tire was manufactured in canada and the original tires (including the failure) were manufactured in the usa. Now that there is a recall on firestone wilderness at tires, i wanted to make sure i recorded my experience and complaint.( dot number: w2co1px258 tire size: 9255/70r16 )

Firestone, wilderness/at tires,p23575r15on an ford, explorer, 1998blewout, causing vehicle to rollover at60 mph. Firestone has been contacted.

Tread completely separated from tire casing, damaging fender area in the process.vehicle became very difficult to control but i was able to come to a stop without hitting anything.tire still had air in it but was completely minus the tread. Tires has been checked recently and were found to be free of defects and correctly inflated.the failed tire showed no signs of external diress and was still inflated to 32 pounds.( dot number: unknown tire size: p225/70r15 )

Apologies if this is not the place to submit this.firestone does not respond.my 16" tires are from the decatur plant.why are only the 15" being recalled?same plant, same time, same tires. I am fearful of driving my children in this car. Please force firestone to replace all deadly tires.( dot number: vdcu tire size: p255/70r16 )

Bought 2001 explorer sport 3/14/2000, on 4/18/2000 was driving at crest of sunshine skyway bridge over tampa bay when right rear tire "blew". It had separated on the side and was shredded. Tried to have dealer replace, told it wasn't under warranty. Replaced, got warranties on all 4 tires. Firestone dealer now says isn't part of recall. Currently in md: 3817 crow rock rd, myersville, md 21773 , (301) 293-9503. Plan to drive back to florida end of sept. Will have to replace tires, with or without dealer recall, don't trust them after near-death experience! think they're making a mistake not recalling all wilderness at tires. Mine blew after 1 month (new), and wasn't included in the recall. (had sent info in your "comments" section of this site a week ago, not sure if you got it. Thanks!( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Ford shipped vehicle with firestone wilderness tires.neither ford nor firestone have admitted responsibility or cause of failure of these tires on ford explorer.i am unwilling to accept a potentially unsafe tire on a new vehicle.the tires are not only potentially unsafe, but have lower the value of my vehicle.i replaced the firestone tires with another brand and requested ford to pay for this replacement.they refused. (dot number: unknowntiresize: p235/70r16)

I did not have a blow-out.what i have that you may be interested in is four tires with cracks on both sides where the tread looks like it would separate.i can e-mail you a photo if you provide me with an address.i had the tires replaced immediately by ntb, and firestone will probably want them in return for reimbursing me.so, if you are interested in obtaining any of these tires please contact me by 8/17/00. Thanks for your help.( dot number: vdhl1py tire size: p235-75r15 )

Tire size p23575r15, dot #e4027477,original equipment 1998 ford explorer; all four tireshave cracks along the tread andsidewall, and stress cracks along the rim oftires.firestone said it was safe to drive. Took to another mechanic,and hesaid it was dangerous becausetread may separated.please provide further information.

Additional to odi number 732801, not only that the side wall, where the tread meets looked funny, the tread of the tires started to wear funny.this also goes as well as the 2 front tires, were the tread was starting to wear funny, and on the other side of the tires all of the tires where the dot number is located that looked funny, and if i would have kept them on my explorer sport would have had a blow out too.just to let you know that i do have my tires rotated in the spring every year. (dot number: 8xhl359tiresize: 235/r75/15)

I would like these replaced. I cannot find dot number. Dealer says not made in ill.( dot number: tire size: 235-75x15 )

Consumer experienced a blowout of the firsetone wilderness tire while driving over a bridge (p235/75r15-1055 m/s).nlm

Front left tire begining to crack along tread, lots of tread still on tire. Can peal back tread1/4 inch in places. Front right has small cracks same location.( dot number: w2hh awb tire size: p225/75r15 )

I barely escaped crashing my car as i lost control due to the tire going flat at a high rate of speed.i went to nearest tire dealer and replaced all tires at a cost of $400.i called the dealership where i purchased the car and they told me to call firestone.i did and they told me to call back later.i am hoping they will help reimburse me for the costs of the new tires.please advice me if there is anything else i can do to recover some costs.thank you.kathy post( dot number: )

We were driving on hwy. 50 east in sacramento, ca when we heard a noise, then the car started vibrating and weaving.we pulled over on the side of the road and discovered that the tire had blown.took the car to a firestone dealership and had the tire changed to the same exact tire.we were not given any information concerning the history of these tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

After issue of recall alert, i checked my tires for problems, i put the recomended amount of pressure in the tires (that was reassigned to 30 psi by firestone) and noticed half inch slits on the side walls just out side the writing on the tire, on 2 of my tires.after seeing the slits i thought that i should refill the tires upto the their normal capacity, and drove 3.5 miles to a gas station to do so.while filling the tires back up to normal capacity, i noticed that the other 2 tires were starting to shows signs of the same splitting.in a conversation with a friend who also has an explorer that was at the same gas station, i found out that she has the recalled tires with the vd code and that her tires are doing the same as mine, but that mine do not have the vd code.i have subsequently switched vehicles with my roommate because he only has a 6 mile round trip drive to work, and i have a 70 mile round trip to work daily.i do not feel safe driving my vehicle long distances, since i live in the florida keys and it is a warm climate.but as of yet, i can get no responses back about my tires, other than to take them to a corporate-owned firestone dealer, but to do so would mean a drive of 110 miles one way.which i do not feel safe doing so.i have submitted a claim to ford via email and have called firestone's toll free number, but to only be told that my tires are do not have the correct dot code for the recall.meanwhile, my tires do show signs of malfunction that appear similar to tires with the "vd" dot code.because of my situation, this has prompted me to contact your organization.i have also left a message at your toll free number, to the same affect, but decided to also email, so that i could give a more indepth summary of my situation.( dot number: w2hl1py299 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire bubble and chunked out/seperated can see steel belt( dot number: w208 tire size: p235/70r16 )

Tires( dot number: tire size: 16 )

We believe these tires contain the same defect as the wilderness at 15 inch tires. Our tire blew out on august 5, 2000 and we were subsequently told that the tire could not be fixed due to sidewall damage. We have contacted ford and firestone including pictures of the damaged area,. We tried to attach the email that we have sent to both ford and firestone but were unable to.( dot number: vdcu 1px tire size: p25570r16 )

While traveling at 65 mph, consumer states right rear tire blew 2 1/2 inches from the rim, and there were splits going all the way around tire.please provide any further information.

Don't have all the details/numbers on tires as car totaled and impounded out of state. No safety defect listed in summary. (tiresize: 16 inch)( dot number:tire size: 16 inch )

Consumer replaced firestone wilderness tires (oot-005 recall) with michelin tires, consumer is requesting reimbursement. *mjs

Right front tire was pulling car to the right.dealer also said to keep tires inflated 5psi above manufacturer's specifications.car shakes at 55mph in warm weather but does not occur in colder weather. (dot number: bm19359-1tiresize: p225/60r16)

The tire failed when driving on the freeway. No previous damage on the tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire less than one week old, traveling midday on freeway at 65 mph with clear unobstructed view ahead, clean dry road, heard loud "pop" come from rear of car, tire flat at exit just a few miles later, ford dealer declined responsibility, referred us to firestone dealer who suggested highway hazard puncture even though we protested that no hazard was seen by either person in car, tire dealer tried to repair but bubble on side prevented safe repair, we bought another brand-new tire to replace defective tire( dot number: 027582 tire size: p265/70r17 )

Tire delaminated at 70 mph on hot day on interstate i-10. This caused suv to go into spin resulting in crash. Car did not roll, ties had been inspected at ford dealership one week earlier. Fo( dot number: tire size: 235 15 )

Just reporting this as it seems premature for a tire to blow, especially sidewall with only 12,000 miles on. Cannot say for sure cause of failure butit did go completely flat . It was fine when i left and properely inflated,went out within a mile, truck started to handle rough so i pulled into a parking lot and tire was resting on rim completely flat with sidewall slit open..since it is a wilderenss tire and they have some defects i thought i should mention this.tire was repalced and disposed by pomps service who replaced it.no one could really say what caused it to go and i shrugged if off as bad luck and bought new one. Maybe it was defective to start. If this helps you take a bad tire off road, great. Don't need someone else hitting the ditch because of bad tire.if i had been running along on interstate at faster speed i would have been in ditch..fortunately i was just starting out and close to home and slowed down and got off road when i felt vehicle handle sloppy..( dot number: tire size: p265/75r16 )

Subject tire started to show raised portions and uneven wear of tread.then recently the raised bubbles eroded and now showing steel cord.( dot number: w208 tire size: p23570r16 )

Vehicle has 17,000 miles, all four tires have abnormal wear.center of all four tires have "valleys" in them.front two tires have knots on top inside.pieces of rubber are coming off.tires make "whop" sound when driving. (tiresize: 31) (tiresize: 31)

This is fouth flat tire since purchase.always involved rear tires,even though tires have been rotated. This size should be recalled( dot number: vncu tire size: p25570r16 )

This car comes with firestone wilderness tires made especially for the outback.at only 24000 miles, i had a blowout in which the complete left side of the tire disintegrated.a few months after i bought the car and heard of the trouble with firestone tires, i called the dealer who assured me that these tires were safe and not on the recall list.when this dangerous incident happened two days ago, i went to a local firestone dealer who told me he could not get these wilderness tires, and didn't even have them in his computer.he wanted to blame subaru for the failure.i called both my subaru dealer and the head office in georgia (spoke with manager kevin triplett), and he wanted to blame firestone.these tires are obviously defective, as it simply disintegrated under normal driving conditions.i will be happy to email you pictures or to show you the tire in person.after warning both firestone & subaru of this defective product, they would only agree to put the same problem tire on my car, and i refuse to put my family's life in jeopardy with a defective tire. (tiresize: 16)

Tires were inflated to 22lbs. Because i complained about road noise. I had put the pressure @ 28. Tires came back @ 22. I have complained to firestone and ford and both tell me to contact each other. The tires are now @ 28. I have asked both if the tires have been degraded and again both tell me to go to the other. I'm at a lose.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

No summary listed for abov evehicle. (dot number: vd70)

The suv was totaled out, and my husband was injured!( dot number: vd tire size: 235/75/r15 )

Sidewalls cracked on all four tires, was told by firestone to have them inspected and when i went to firestone dealer and was told that if the tires were found to be unsafe,the best they could do is take the milage into consideration and prorate a new set of tires.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

I was going to work at 0500 in the morning, south bound on interstate 5 at a speed of around 68 mph. I was traveling next to a concrete divider and in the middle of completing a curve in the freeway when my right front tire blew out from under me. Being in a turn the force from th blowout rendered my vehicle uncontrolable enough that i couldnt pull away from the wall in time. The front of the vehicle impacted first as soon as this happened the right rear tire also blew out. My vehicle was then riding on the two right rims until i came to a halt. When i tried to make a claim to firestone they refused my inquery saying i had hit a road hazzard causing both tires to blow out. It wasnt until my dad sent the reportabout the investigation from khou in houston, tx that i realized i wasnt the only one involed. I had to pay for all expenses on my vehicle and my insurance company ruled it my fault after reviewing the results from firestone's investigation so i am paying for it on my insurance as well.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r15 )

While driving at 55mph the left rear tire blew apart.the vehicle swerved in traffic and i had difficulty controlling it in slowing down to a stop. Initially i thought the vehicle was going to roll over. The outer tire tread separated from the rest of the tire and was mostly in tact.the rest of the tire was severely damaged.after having the tire changed i took the tire to the firestone store in arlington, tx (little road) and they replaced the tire at no charge.there was some damage to the wheel rim. If firestone is going to replace these tires they should not forget to change out the spare which is the same tire on the ford explorer.( dot number: ???? tire size: p23575r15 )

While traveling approx.60 mph. On highway driver side rear tire suffered major blowout.it is totally split out around outer edge halfway around tire. I have contacted the dealer where truck was purchased and they say it is not a recall tire, and also contacted gm and was told same.i am not sure what to do next except just purchase a whole new set of tires at my own expense.thank you. (dot number: vn73 wmbtiresize: p265/75r16)

I need to report a blow out/delamination of a firestone wilderness ht tire on a ford ranger truck.brief summary: a firestone wilderness ht tire blew out about three weeks ago on my ford ranger. My wife was driving on a texas state highway at the time the blow out occurred. The blow out was centered on the entire outside of the drivers rear tire.the remnants of the tire wrapped around the axle thus making it hard for my wife to bring the truck to a stop in a controlled fashion.i reported (7:45am cst; 7/20/00; 1-800-392-3673; an individual named david) the incident to fordmotor company. He was appraised of the incident and informed me there was no recall. He gave me the following number to call firestone (1-800-847-3272).i called between 8-10am on 7/20/00. I spoke with a rude and combative person named "rock". He said it was preposterous that the tires caused any problem. He said that my wife was awed by the state trooper that stopped to help her. [ the state trooper informed her of several deaths that have occurred in texas (perhaps bell county) involving blow outs of firestone wilderness tires. He suggested we check into the matter.] rock told me he wanted the troopers name and wanted to get the firestone legal team involved. It insults me that he would make disparaging remarks about my wife competencies. He never inquired about anyone's health nor took down any specifics (or vagaries) of the blow out. I have little faith in firestone's sincerity in this matter.sincerely, michael l. Merchant, phd.( dot number: w2uu ipo tire size: p225 70r15 )

A small portion of the tread had separated from the tire, replaced it.( dot number: w2hl tire size: 235/75-15 )

Heading south on i75, tire started feeling rough.slowed to 68 mph.tire exploded leaving trail of black smoke near macon.took it to nearest firestone dealer on 08/11/00.told me it wasn't one of the tires in current recall.would order replacement to arrive in 6 days.no status.tire is still in bed of my truck.everyone is amazed i didn't damage myself or anyone else.you may visit, or can upload photo.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

The contact owns a 2003 chevrolet tahoe.the vehicle has firestone wilderness tires, size p165/70/r16.the contact noticed that the tread developed fatigue cracks.in addition, the rear passenger tires contained a large bulge.the dot number was unknown.the failure mileage was 40,300 and current mileage was 41,600.

Regarding the firestone tire recall of 15" tires.on the news last night(8/22/00) in atlanta, ga, i saw a lady whose firestone wildnerness at 16" tire separated from its tread, just like all those incidents of the 15" tire.on my 2000 chevy truck i have firestone wilderness at 16" tires.what is to prevent those tires from a tread separation and causing a terrible accident!!!i have three children and a husband.it would be horrible if a tire separation happened on my vehicle causing my death.ever since i bought my new truck last september '99, i have had nothing but trouble with those firestone tires.only after 4,000 miles the front tires started cupping and had to be replaced.now again, after 6,000 more miles(after alignments and tire rotations) the front tires are doing the same thing.i wish to change out these tires to michelin tires, since i have had great success with my other vehicle('96 chevy suburban 4x4) and its michelin tires.i'm very upset and scared to drive my 2000 chevy truck with those firestone tires on it.i need to find out if firestone can be made to replace my tires on my truck also.i would appreciate it if someone can contact me regarding an answer to replacing my tires.thank you.sincerely,[xxx] ( dot number: w273 wmb tire size: p265/75r16 )information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Steel belt exposed at right edge half inch with tread separation one inch, safety issue, i paid for two new front tires.but there was still tread life on these original tires. The recall should be expanded to include these tires to protect all consumers.es. Tires.( dot number: vn tire size: p235/70r16 )

Tire had a blowout at approx. 70 miles per hour.the blow out occurred on the insideside wall just before the tire threads.car went out of control ,but i managed to get car to the side of the road. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

Driving southbound on tx sh 123 in outside lane. Suddenly, my truck felt like it was nudged from behind, lifted up and went into a backwards slide across 3 lanes into the outside northbound lane. I was struck there by a chevy astro van, and pushed off the road into the barditch. Both vehicles were totataled, but no injuries. One driver in each vehicle, no passengers in either. Both drivers wore seat belts. Her airbag deployed, but mine did not, since i was headed backwards. Upon inspection, both rear tires were blown out on my truck.( dot number: jrom184303 tire size: p265/75r16 )

I was returning to ga from florida, and i heard this chopper noise!! there were no choppers above.a passerby motioned to my left rear tire.i pulled over and the tread was coming off the tire!a college student removed the tire and installed my spare.he would not take any money for the outstanding job toinstall the spare tire.i had my 4 children in the suv!!( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )

No summary( dot number: tire size: p255 70 16 )

Wilderness/at size:p22575r15 equipt on a nissan pickup 1986 has stress cracks along the side of the tire were the tread starts at. Firestone has not been contacted.

Pe#0020 - firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 dot#vn. All four tires are experiencing the same defect of vd tires. Tires have cracks where the sidewall meets the tread.also, it appears that both rear tires were growing air bubbles inside the tread.tires were purchased with the vehicle.the vehicle is a mazda truck, b3000.

While driving 65 mphrear passenger side tire exploded without warning. No impact reported.

We had a blowout on june 10,2000, but the tire was new (11/22/99). It tore the back panel of the truck. We were driving on the freeway at about 65-70 miles an hour. I'm at 67000 miles and have had to buy four new tires in less than 2 years. All with the same wear, uneven & choppy.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

While driving the vehicle at 80 mph, without warning the left rear tire blew causing the driver to pull off the road. Manufacturer of the tire has been contacted. Please provide any further details. *ph

Tire underwent complete sidewall faliure, and partial tread seperation while driving at normal highway speeds. Entire sidewall of tire shreaded and seperated from tire, while there was partial tread seperation. Other than replacement of tire and minor damage to rim, there was no apparent damage to vehicle, possibly due to the slow speed at which the truck was proceeding at. After contacting a local ford dealership(mullinax ford, now renamed maroone ford of margate), i was informed that while there was a recall on firestone wilderness 15" tires, the type on my truck, wilderness ht's, were not covered by the recall, and even though i had an equipment faliure, i would not get replacement tires for my vehicle, nor be compensated for the tire i had to replace at my own expense.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

Suv began to weave and could not be controlled, it was raining and intially i felt that it was hydroplaning but the rt front tire would not grab the pavement.the suv rolled down a 25ft embankment in a densely vegetated area, felled several trees, and flipped.the driver nor passenger air bags deployed, the suv was totalled.due to the media coverage regarding the firestone/explorer tire i learned that one of the first problems experienced is that the tire will lose air.i had been experiencing this loss of air on the rt front tire for several months before the accident and had asked about it when the tires were rotated and was told by crossroad ford, "that they found no problems".so, i then went to the salvage yard where the car was being stored to view the tire and the cracks and peeling rubber of the rt front tire was obvious.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire failure - tire separating.( dot number: )

At three thousend miles the rear tire blew out the inside was full of rubber and the side walls where shot. No puncher was found. Now my tires make a contenus thump when going down the road. Like maybe there comming apart. (dot number: 02 7476tiresize: p225/70r15)

This firestone, wilderness/at tire, size p23575r15 began to develop a bubble on sidewall, andtread began to separate. Firestone was contacted.

Tire blew out, when vehicle stopped tread was seperated from rest of tire.( dot number: unreadable tire size: p255/70r16 )

I have submitted a claim to firestone, and am awaiting their reply.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/r1 )

Supplied tools very poor for changing tire, tire blew in heavy traffic at low speed and was not repairable( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

This accident occurred during rain and high wind.however, given the problems recently reported in the press i wanted to report the issue.the vehicle did roll over and both tires on the drivers side were blown out.i don't know the blown tire/tires caused or occurred as a result of the car rolling over.( dot number: )

Tires rotating on rim. Tires moved 90 degrees on rim causing tires to become unbalanced( dot number: tire size: 15 )

All 4 tires where found cracked by service station and verfied by firestone( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

At about 44k miles, during a routine maintenance inspection, the garage mechanic told me that the rear tires were separating.since i couldn't see the problem, i did nothing about it.at 61k miles, june 29, 2000, the mechanic told us to replace the tires yesterday.i ran my hand along the inside of the rear tire and cut my finger on some sharp steel coming through the tread area.replaced the tires immediately with new firestone wilderness at's.a few weeks later the news about firestone problems started appearing.i immediately returned the new firestone tires and replaced them with michelin's.my family was very lucky. Since i don't have the defective tires, i don't know the serial numbers, so i don't know where they were manufactured.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Neither ford nor firestone has complied with the replacement.i have had to purchase new tires out-of-pocket totaling $460.00.( dot number: tire size: 235 )

My tires were cracked worse then the three recalled size 15 that i saw ! (dot number: p255570r16tiresize: p255/70r16)

Traveling on i-95 at 55mph when tire blew out. Happened two times on different( dot number: tire size: 235/70r16 )

I have had 4 incidents with these tires.all occurred on the florida turnpike at speeds over 55 mph. One occurred on august 23, 1999, coming home from my parents home in west palm beach.the threads separated.i noticed a strange noise and upon arriving at home a piece of the tire was loose and i had been travelling on the inside part.bought a new tire, same brand.two more occurred as my son was driving from miami to tallahassee to return to school.funny, i told him to take my car because i had "good tires".he had two blow outs, both rear wheels andhit the guard rail.replaced these two in tlh at a sears store, with of course, the same brand and type.the first one was right after i purchased the vehicle, and i don't remember the incident.thats an awful coincidence.took my vehicle to local firestone dealer, and was not treated very kindly. I mostly drive my vehicle on the expressways and turnpike, since i have to travel between mia and fll at least once a week.( dot number: tire size: 25570s16 )

During vehicleinspection was informed that 3 tires had cracks 11 inches long close to the rim.p285r7015.please provide dot #, original tires.

Driving down road at posted speed limit, when the back tire blew out causing me to go into the center median causing damage to the rear of my vehicle( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

While driving my explorer at highway speeds, i heard a noise as if i had kicked up a rock. Checking the drivers side mirror, i noticed a black object being thrown to the side of the road. I pulled over to stop my vehicle and inspect it. I found a section of the rear drivers side tire had come off. The section was about 3 inches in diameter and was down to the steel belts. The tire was replaced by firestone, (pro-rated), on july 1st, 2000. I just had all tires inspected by firestone and they want to replace all 5 tires, (this include the one i just received july 1st.( dot number: n/a tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driving on the freeway, the r/f tire suddenly blewout without warning.( dot number: tire size: 265/70r16 )

While driving 50mph on the highway, lost control of my vehicle, went across two lanes of traffic and hit the center median.after hitting the center median rolled the car at least once.after exiting the car, noticed that the drivers side front tire had come apart and came off the rim.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Vehicle rides unstable at speeds of 55mph or greater, particularly on the freeway.vehicle aggersively tracks and sways.vehicle also overeacts when sudden move to the right or left is necessitated to avoid obstruction in the road or collision with another vehicle.alignment has been inspected 3 times and ruled out as the cause of the problem.new eddie bauer and xlt model explorers were also test driven with the dealer (homer heller ford) and found to have the same problem as subject limited.all have firestone widlerness at tires stock from factory.problem, therefore is not specific to model of explorer, 4wd versus 2wd, or size of wheel (15" versus 16").( dot number: vncu-1px tire size: p255/70r16 )

My 2001 xlt had the factory firestone wilderness ht tire side wall blew out on the freeway.i almost lost control. The truck only has 053265 miles on it, the tire tread was good and tires have been rotated and balance every 6000 miles. I e-mailed ford and firestone, i have pictures of the tire.

Tires were cracked/split down the outside of the tire, consumer contacted tire dealer who stated that tires were not included in recall 00t-005, consumer replaced all four tires and consumer request reimbursement (firestone wilderness tires model 355).nlm

Local firestone dealer refuses to work with me on these tires since they were manufactured in canada, not decatur; i question the safety of any firestone wilderness at and have offered firestone cash $$$ to replace these tires, even though they are not included in the recall; i would support government intervention in getting all fireston wilderness at tires recalled and off the highways( dot number: tire size: p235/75r 1 )

My suv has hydroplaned on two occasions during interstate travel.this occurred once in light rain at approx. 65 mph & once during moderate-heavy rain at 55 mph.during the heavy rain, i slide into another lane (i was not braking at the time). I did not hit another car.during rain, the tires feel as if they are not gripping the pavement.this tire has not been recalled;however, after speaking with other explorer owners with non-recalled tires, i have heard many similar stories.something is wrong with this tire or it's the wrong tire for the explorer.i have called both firestone and the ford dealership.they are not interested.on 8/18/00, i paid $551.75 for new goodyear tires with special wet traction features. Safety was the motivating factor even though this is an expenditure i can not afford.i firmly believe that these tires should be part of the recall!( dot number: w2hlipy020 tire size: p235/75r15 )

From the day we bought the truck there was a loud noise coming from one pair of our tires. As we rotated them at each 5k mile intravels the noise would move with them. We took the truck to the frontier toyota dealer in valencia for service on 7/13/00. They charged us for a tire rotation and balance and alignment. Afterwards the noise was unbearable and the truck developed a extreme vibration and shimmy. The tires were on the verge of disintegrating. We again returned the truck to frontier toyota who replaced the two (2) subject tires. The problem disappered. Our truck is currently running smoother than when we originaly purchased it. All of the associated squeaks and noises from the vibration has also disappeared. We are displeased that the dealer should have known about the tire recall for similar tires and yet chose to charge us for an unneccesary alignment. We believe that there are serious defects in many more tire sizes than have been recalled and ask that you investigate the entire product line of tires from firestone.( dot number: w29v tire size: p265/75r15 )

Odi# 6141;firestonewilderness at tireshad cracks and leaking air. Tire size p235/75r15, and dot# vnhlipy456. As per tire dealerall four tires had cracks the size of 360% around the tires next to the bead, and 5: 30 sec/3 30 sec deep. Also tires were the original tires bought withvehicle. Vehicle was a 1997 mercury truck,mountaineer.

Have been complain of front wheel shake since purchasing vehicle at 36,000.dealer thought it was a different problem.during routine vehicle mantinance found left front tire inside (dot w2hl) was worn and belt showing.dealer said bad tire, firestone dealer said need alinement.put on spare tire also dot w2hl and purchased new firestone wilderness tire p235/7515 dot 8xhl.have kept old tire.two remaining rear tires show cracks in side wall.little help from dealership or firestone.tires areat use full life, but good tread is still on tires.plan on replacing all four this weekend .will not be replalcing with firestone.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tread wear is excellent, but there are small cracks in the rubber on both the outside and inside edges of all four (4) tires.in lieu of the problem with other firestone tires and their recall, my mechanic suggested that i report this as he believes that this condition could lead to tread separation as with the 15 inch tires that have been recalled.thank you for any assistance that you can give in this matter. ( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

During the week of 10/18/00 i was returning from a business trip.i was traveling west in the driving lane of i-80 at approximately 2:45 am.in front and behind me were semi trucks and, in the passing lane, was a car.suddenly i heard an "explosion" and my vehicle slammed to the pavement and veered sharply to the right, toward the shoulder.after nearly losing control of the vehicle i was able to pull to a stop on the berm of the road.the passenger front tire had literally disintegrated and the vehicle was resting on the rim.after returning home i inspected the tire and felt it was a manufacturing defect.i contacted firestone and was told that they had received no other complaints about this model tire.after some negotiating they agreed to replace the tire which blew out as well as the remaining three tires.i explained to them that, since the incident, i was experiencing some difficulties with the steering.they refused to do more than replace the tires.after they replaced the tires i took the jeep to a repair shop and found it had a broken front-end suspension part, which i had replaced.i feel this happened at the time of the incident.additionally, i took photos of the tire which disintegrated and have them available on jpg format, if you wish to have them.i feel that firestone, inc. Lied to me about having no complaints regarding this model tire.if i had not pushed the issue i would have been riding on three other of the same model tires.i put approximately 20,000 miles per year on my vehicle and i feel firestone tried to deliberately cover up what they knew was an ongoing problem.thank you( dot number: tire size: 70r16 )

At about 18,000 miles one of the front tires that had been patched prior to my purchase split at the patch (about the center of the tread) so replaced both front tires at this time as reccommended by firestone dealer.this was a slow developing problem.. Slow leak.within 10 days replaced one of these.sidewall split after barely brushing a curb.when i say barely brushing, those rubber nipples on new tires were not even rubbed off.about april of 2000 i suffered a high speed blowout (65 mph) in one of the rear tires. Total mileage about 23000. Still a lot of tread left on the rear tires and front ones like new... I chose to replace all 4 at that time due to fears for my safety.dealers claimed all problems were road hazards and not under any warranty.i am 48 years old and have been driving since age16.many of those years were on the road sales with as much as 55000 miles/yr. I have never... Repeat never had to replace a tire before the tread wore out.( dot number: w208 tire size: p235 70r16 )

Tire failed despite not being made in decatur, il( dot number: vnhl1py tire size: p235/75r15 )

Original equipment on a ford, explorer, 1999, p235/75r15.right rear tire came off while comiing out of garage , back of vehicle dropped, tire had come off of the rim.

I was driving from l.a. To phoenix on 6/13/98.prior to my departure from l.a., all of the tires were checked for the drive.they were all in good condition. At 9:30am i was driving east on i-10 @ 75mph with the cruise control on.the road became bumpy and i switched lanes. My vehicle immediately lunged to the left and i realized that my left rear tire had blown, and the rim had caught the pavement.i wrestled to keep the vehicle straight while heading for an off-ramp to avoid traffic & an upcoming overpass. It fish-tailed back and forth until and began to slide sideways.it slid through a road sign and then rolled over ending upside down beside the road, facing traffic. The vehicle was totaled and i suffered many cuts to my head (along with many strained muscles.)i was lucky.the chp report held me responsible for the crash.i contended at the time that the blow-out was more abrupt and sever than any i had ever experienced, and that controlling the vehicle with such an abrupt blow at that speed was impossible.i disputed the report.i also complained to the dealer, the dmv and the insurance agency.all held me responsible and the dealer offered that i could try and sue the tire company.i didn't.as a result, i lost a new car, and spent many weeks recuperating.my insurance rates also increased as well as receiving a point on my drivers license.i did manage to have some pictures taken of the ford & the blown tire following the crash.the police report was taken by chp officer l. Quattlebaum #12917, report # 98060056.(the report mistakenly lists the tires as goodyear, but they were the original wilderness at's as my pictures show.) thank you.( dot number: ??? tire size: 225/70r15s )

I think someone should be looking at the other 15" wilderness at tires that are not in the recall.we have a set on a 1998 explorer that has been excellently maintained.the tires have never been inflated less than the manufacturer's recommended 26 psi.in fact i have kept them inflated at 28 psi.the tires have 30,000 miles on them and exhibit only one crack but that crack is completely around the circumference of each tire and in approximately 1/2" from the perimeter on all four tires.i have not looked at the spare but i suspect it is ok since it has never been on the vehicle.our tires were made in canada and exhibit dot code vnhl1py477x5 and thus they are not in the recall according to ford and firestone.this should not happen to a tire at 30,000 miles. I had gone to both a firestone store and the ford dealership where we purchased the vehicle.the ford dealership said to contact firestone.when i went to the firestone store they did indeed inspect the tires and said they did not qualify for the recall.just thought you might like to know.( dot number: vnhl1py477 tire size: p235-75r15 )

Tires failed, vehicle swerved to the side of the road and hit a sign resulting in damage to the vehicle (firestone wilderness p245/75r16).nlm

While traveling home from vacation on interstate hwy.driving appx. 65 mph. For appx 4 hoursleft rear tire exploded, shredding all the way around the rim on the outer side. I went to purchase a new tire and was told that a recall was coming out on wilderness tires.i calledmy ford dealer and was told no decision had been made as to the tire size,type vehicle and who will relace the tires.i sent firestone an e-mail message and recieved a general reply stating only 15 in.tires were involved in the recall. I still hane not replaced the spare tire on this leased vehicle i'm sorry to say it sounds like imight have to shop at g.m...a gener. (dot number: w208tiresize: p23570r16)

My wife purchased a 1996 mercury mountaineer in hawaii in february 1998. The vehicle came equipped with wilderness at tires (vnhl ipy 336 235/75 r15).in december 1999, tread on one of the new tires separated when the vehicle had 25,005 miles on it while driving in hawaii at a speed of about 55 mph.we went to a firestone dealer in waipahu, hi and were told we had to buy a new tire ($39.97 ) that would be prorated based upon the remaining tread.the low cost for the new tire reflected the lack of tread wear on the bad tie.unfortunately, this replacement tire was another wilderness tire (8xhl 1py 1100 235/75 r15).while in el paso in may 2000, as were driving the mountainer across country, a second of the original "vnhl" tires suffered tread separation and had to be replaced.as we were replacing the second tire, with another wilderness at (8xhl 1py 269, 235/75 r15 ), at a prorated cost of $64.99, the mechanic, at bob musel mesa firestone in el paso, noticed that a third "vnhl" on the ground was bad because it had a chunk of tread missing from the tire.he took this bad tire off the ground and it is now my useless spare.fortunately, no one was injured during either incident.but i think our lunck might be running out.the tread separation led us to condude in may that the original wilderness at tires that camne with the veh were clearly defective, and the recent firestone recall suggests that all of the wilderness tires are probably defective, despite the distinction that is currently being proferred.we visited firesstone dealers in newark (cochran & trevits) and new castle (scott balmann, managere) delaware this past weekend to attempt to have our dangerous, defective tires replaced.we showed our receipts, told our story and got no results.in each case, the dealership stated that neither "vnhl" or 8xhl" dot designated wildereness at tires were part of the recall established by firestone.my former/current "vhnl" tires are bad!!!!

A second tire had to be removed because of excessive wear in one section of its tread. It is now my spare tire.( dot number: w2hh awb tire size: p225/75r15 )

This tire separated and blew out, exactly the same as the problem described for the p235 tire which has been recalled.please look into whether these tires should also be recalled.firestone has contended that they are not defective and will not replace them.( dot number: 42hh awa tire size: p225 75r15 )

I have had to replace 1 tire on this vehicle and the 3 others now also have places where the side walls are cracked and peeling away from the tire.when we showed this to a local dealed we were told " those tires just do that" and not to worry about it.we are now very worried about these tires and the safety of our family!!i also own a 2000 ford expedition (dot numberw2cuird050060 , tire size p25570r16 ) and are just waiting for the same thing to happen to those tires as well. It just dosen't seem like tires with less than 30,000 miles on them should be cracking and peeling!!( dot number: vncu1rd029 tire size: p255/7or16 )

There is a "crack/tear" on the upper side wall that i discovered on 8/28/00.i took it to firestone and was informed that it was caused by road hazard; i don't feel comfortable with firestone's response and am worried that it is a defective tire.i have not been involved in a crash with this tire but the "crack/tear" on the tire makes me worried about the safety of my vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

The treadarea of the tire was like foamrubber.i told the manager at the firestone store the tire was defective and he laughed and said i did something wrong ,and they weren,t having any problems. I asked for a discount he said no way. Like a fool i ennt and bought 2 more of the same tire.ie mailedfirestone and told them i thought they had defective tires , they toldme to go to afirestone store , and talkto a manager. Hell idid that,it didn,t do me any good, they knew they had a poor product and just blew me out the door.( dot number: tire size: p23570r16 )

Tires have weather cracks at 23,877miles as stated at firestone dealer. The dealer said to replace the tires and they would prorate new tires.the tires also have a crack line starting about 1 inch from the top of the tires running around the whole distance of all four tires. The firestone dealer made no mention of this fact. These are not the serial numbers being recalled but are doing the same thing as the recalled tires. Two other tire dealerships recommended immediate replacement as they felt the tires were defective.i firmly believe that these tires are defective and that all wilderness at tires should be replaced.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driving on freeway and tire just came apart, it looked like what happens when those big truck tires come apart, i did not report it to any one because i thought it was just a freak occurance, i've gotten go service out of them but know i an afraid for my wife and children who use te vehicle.( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )

This size tire is not under recall but should be. These tires are showing tread separation now. Firestone dealers have told me that i should be very concerned about the condition of my tires but there is nothing they can do for me because they do not qualify for replacement.( dot number: w29v1pk336 tire size: p265/75r15 )

What is a "counter balanced tire?" nissan had to replace my original tires. It took them 22,000 miles to figure out the tires were defective. Wayne sims a service advisor at peltier, kept speaking of counter balanced tires, i have never heard of this. With this firestone scare, i'm afraid there are other sizes that have a problem and nissan knows about it. With only 2000 characters, i can't type everything i need to..( dot number: w2vf tire size: p215/65r15 )

Had the original vdhl recalled tires replaced and now the new tires are already starting to vibrate/wobble at speeds greater then 40 mph. I am really concerned about these tires as the old set that i had that were recalled were doing the same thing before i had them replaced. The new ones now with about 1500 miles on then are starting to do the same thing. I had the vehical inspected and no problems such as balancing or alignment was needed as well as no other problems with the car. (dot number: w2hltiresize: 15)

The tire blew out on a curve, in winter, though there was only 6725 miles on it.the dealer said it must be that i was parking on curbs and it was my fault.i live in the country and hardly ever park at curbs, so this was obviously a manufactures defect.i didn't report it until now because i didn't know how.( dot number: )

On the morning on 6/14/2000 at 6am i was traveling north on i-17 in az ( 1 mile n of sunsetpoint marker 254) at approx. 70 mph (speed limit 75 mph). My left rear tire suddenly separated and exploded spinning me across two lanes of highway and into a rugged deser median. The car continued to spin, start to roll to the side and then was uprigted as the side collided with a large boulder.the vehicle was wish boned and deemed a total loss by the insurance carrier. The three occupants were transported to yavapai county medical center in prescott by paramedics with bumps and bruises.the driver (michele) sustained a shattered left arm, hand and dislocated wrist.immediate surgery was performed to stabilize the shattered bones and insert an external fixator. A second surgery took place approx. 5 weeks later to attempt to further reduce the dislocation and set more of the shattered bones. At this time, 2 1/2 months after the accident, the external fixatr is still in place because the bones have yet to heal.extensive therapy will be needed and permanent loss has yet to be determined.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

I inspected the tires after recent recall and noticed a symmetrical pattern of cracks on all four tires where the tread meets the sidewall.i have called ford and firestone multiple times and neither are interested in non recalled tires.i have to replace the tires after 23 000 miles (they have plenty of tread depth), as an inspection by afirestone dealerdeclared they are damaged and are unsafe.i would like to turn the tires over to your agency for inspection if you are interested.thanks.( dot number: 026555 tire size: 255/70r16 )

Firestone wilderness/httires, p205/75r14 on ford ranger had vibration in front end, and a thump. Tireshave been rotated several times, but problem still occurred. Firestone has not been contacted.

No summary( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

On march 9, 2000 i took my car in to les schwab to have my tires rotated.the serviceman came out to my car to write up the paperwork and as he was checking my tires out he said that he wouldn't rotate my tires due to extreme wear on all tires. He apologized but he said there was no possible way that they needed to be replaced.so reluctantly i had to replace my tires as i thought it would be better to be safe rather than sorry as i was going on a road trip in a month.these tires had extremely low mileage to be replacing them at 29,860 miles as they should have lasted another 30,000 miles if not more.( dot number: ? tire size: p205/75r15 )

No summary listed for above vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p255/7or16 )

Tires are splitting at the tread and will not pass virginia state inspection( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

Tire defect was found by mechanic on oil change before i went on vaction.( dot number: w2vf tire size: p215/65r15 )

These tires have had a vibration in them since day one, the dealer was unwilling to help me, and i recently (since the news hit) started sending requests to firestone to replace them with some other brand before i get hurt.i have copies of emails and form letter responses from them.they state that the only tires they are replacing are the 15" ones and mine do not apply.i just want new tires from them, before i get hurt or killed.my job requires a minimum of 120 high speed highway miles a day.i also do not have the money to replace them myself, and even if i did, it would be a total loss, as there is no resale value on anything they made.( dot number: unknown tire size: p265/75r16 )

Prior to accident i could not keep the tires balanced.i also had the 16 inch tires fail on my 1998 explorer.i could not keep them balanced and they would bounce all over. I replaced them with michelin tires.( dot number: tire size: 16 inch )

Pe#00020 - firestone wilderness at, dot# w2hl p235/75r15.left rear tire was experiencing the same problem as the one made in vd.tire started dimpling and cracking inside.vehicle a 1997, ford truck, explorer.

I am not sure what happened. I was driving along on a relatively straight stretch of road and the next thing i knew i was having an air-bag for brunch. The investigating officer and the insurance adjuster both said that the left front tire looked suspicious. It appeared to have blown out the sidewall and tread area.due to the restraints and vehicle design i was fortunate to not be seriously injured however i did total a fairly new vehicle when i hit a concrete culvert abutment.( dot number: not avail. Tire size: lt24575r16 )

I am currently leasing an explorer with wilderness at tires that were not part of the recall.however, i have a wilderness at tire that is showing signs of tread separation (an employee of firestone agreed that this tire is failing just like the recalled tires).my ford dealer will not replace the tires because they are not part of the recall and firestone will only replace them with firestone tires, which i don't want for obvious reasons.how can they only recall wilderness tires made from their decatur, il plant?are we to assume that these tires are made differently at their other plants?if so, why are my tires failing the exact same way?what makes me really upset is the fact that they insist that the tires are safe and that it is the tire owners' fault for the tires failures.they refuse to take the blame.i rotate my tires and have the pressure checked with every oil change (every 3000 miles) and still my tires are failing.if the fault was the tire owners fault, then wouldn't you see the same type of statistics from goodyear tires and michelin tires?are we assume that firestone tire owners take significantly less care of their tires than other tire owners?the nhtsa needs to step in and protect the people by forcing firestone to recall all wilderness at tires -- not just the ones firestone wants to.even if 80% of the wilderness at failures were from tires made from the il plant, does that mean we should recall those tires only?what about the other 20% (where i obviously fall)?don't their (my) lives matter as well?firestone should not be allowed to handle this situation the way they want to.the nhtsa needs to take charge, save people, and make firestone take the blame instead of pushing onto its tire owners.corporations should have to pay for killing people just like people have to.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )

While tires were being service technician noticed separatiion oftwo out of four. Please provide further information.

I lost part of the treadwith another part peeled back along with steel belt while travelling on highway near miami.i heard popping sound and then a noise with each tire rotation.i discovered damage after pulling over to side of road.the lost tread measures about 12" long by 3" wide.there were no injuries or loss of control..just several anxious hours riding to and from our vacation with no spare and 3 other possibly defective tires.( dot number: vdhi ipy tire size: p23575r15 )

You should not replace partially worn tires with new tires unless in sets! firestone only replaces the "vd" wilderness tires. My vehicle has 5 tires on it and they get rotated regularly. They had wear on all tires equally. Only 1 tire met the recall criteria (vd). But i had to replace all the tires on my 4-wheel drive ford in order to assure evenly worn tires. When safety is at stake, i should not be liable for the cost of properly replacing my tires on all 5 wheels, when they were all the same type, kind, and manufacturer! firestone should be responsible for all the replacement tires! how did they only put 1 of the defective (proven) tires on my truck at the same time when i bought them all at the same dealer? if a tire line is bad, it's bad throughout! not just at one plant! give the consumer a break! force firestone to recall the entire wilderness at line of tires!!!( dot number: vdhl tire size: p225/r7515 )

I havereplacedthesetires..ihavesent fordmotor co.all thepapers andforms...nowtheykeep giving me a completerun around..they sent meback to thedealer..thedealerdon't knowwhythey sennt me to them...all i am asking ismy refundwhen i bought thetires..i canseewhy peoplegetmad andsaythehell with thewholedeal...thank you...martin noyes.(tiresize: 235/70-16)

After about 40000 miles on the tires i started having troubles steering the car.i had the alignment checked several times.it was always okay. I was having so much trouble that i wore some of the covering off the steering wheel. Finally my ford dealer said it looked as if i was having tread seperation.he showed me and i went to my local firestone dealer.he said tread seperation was not a problem with their tires even though i showed him where it was starting to come off.he check the alignment, changed it a little and switched my front tires-left to right.it felt okay, but i didn't like what i heard so i went to my ford dealer and had him replace the tires.there was no accident involved, but if i hadn't taken action there could have been.firestone ignored my complaint and disavowed the problem.( dot number: vd-- tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire tread partially separated at speed (not all the way across--a strip about 1/3 the circumference of the tire and about 3 inches wide came off).temperature was about 85 degrees.( dot number: vdhlipy346 tire size: p23575sr15 )

I wanted to note that on 4 different occasions i have had blowouts.for no apparent reason.starting in september of 1999 and dating through april of 2000.i have the receipts for the tires that i have replaced, but looking at their reimbursement policy they may not reimburse me.i feel very unsafe in this vehicle!i have taken it in for the test and they are stating i still have 2 of the tires on from the plant of the recall.i am requesting all four tires because of the customer service i have received from these people.basically they don't care.i want a totally different brand.i understand that i am one of many, but they have yet to contact me or answer any of my questions pertaining to this.i have called and left numerous messages also sent numerous emails and still have no respond.please can you help me.i don't know the dot numbers on the tires that i replaced, but i feel with as many problemsthat i have had -they must be from that plant.please respond to me what, if any results will be taken.i will also notify phil long ford once again.thank you, paula day.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

This complaint refers to the original equipment tires (bridgestone el-42, 205/55-16 run flat) supplied on the 2006 bmw 325i with 6-speed manual transmission. After only 13,000 miles on a brand new car, i have found this tire to be entirely unsafe and unsuitable to this vehicle. I believe that both bmw and bridgestone should be held responsible for replacing this tire on all existing vehicle. This tire exhibits unsafe characteristics in wet weather, with noticeable drift and hydroplaning in any amount of standing water, even as little as 1/16 inch. In heavy rains, even with no standing water present, the tire seems incapable of dispersing water as quickly as it falls, again leading to vehicle instability. From a ride quality point of view the tire is also unsatisfactory in that it flat spots every morning, especially in cool weather but even in warmer weather as well, leading to vibrations in the initial miles of any drive. It is also especially harsh over roadway expansion joints, and is so loud on concrete pavements that it poses a safety hazard due to driver fatigue induced by the continuous noise. I also understand that there may be an issue regarding the rating as an "all season tire" with many owners reporting that this tire is virtually useless in any kind of snow conditions.

The tire blew to pieces.( dot number: 104sms tire size: p23570r16 )

Currently on all 4 tires: no tread cracks, no tread separation. (dot number: w270tiresize: p24575r16)

Firestones tires have been recalled but firestones in elmwood park nj refuses to change them.i'm a concerned single mother who doesn't want to put my kids or myself in danger. M( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire blew out on freewaygoing 70 miles hour its a new truck the blow almost kill us we lost control but was able to pull to side of rode...( dot number: w2hy tire size: 215/70r14 )

I was inspecting the tires and testing the inflation pressure before driving our explorer when i noticed a crack running all the way around the tires where the sidewall meets the tread on both rear tires.i also noticed the front tires starting to show signs of cracking in the same location.we immediately went to the firestone dealer and had the tires replaced under pro-rated warranty.fortunately for myself, my wife and our 16-month-old son, i discovered this problem before it resulted in a blow-out situation.i strongly beleive that firestone should be made to recall all wilderness at tires as there is obviously a serious flaw which poses a threat to anyone who owns these tires.i also feel that it is unfair that i had to pay any amount to have these defective tires replaced and would like to see them recalled so i can receive total reimbursement.thank you for your time. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75r15)

It was raining but i was driving slowly on right side. Suddenly, i realized that the explores hydroplane and hit the left hand side guard rail. Then the air bag went off and i heard a big noise. The car hit the front left first and the bank. After that it croosed over to oncoming traffic and slided all the way to far side guide rail. It slided for another 5 meters before coming to rest finally. I noticed that tires were off the rim and tear apart.( dot number: )

I am concerned about the safety of all wilderness tires on my vehicle.( dot number: ? tire size: p22560r/16 )

Tires will not stay balanced explorer shakes if you exceed 55 miles per hour. No safety defectlisted in summary.( dot number: )

I have had 2 flat tires since i bought the car in october.both times i have had to pay to have the tires fixed. There were absolutely no objects or nails.. Etc in the tire.how many more flat tires to i have to have before they get replaced?( dot number: )

Since i purchased my vehicle used, it was time to replace the original tires.i went to the dealer in may, 2000 and they recommended firestone wilderness at's which i purchased, and had the dealer mount and balance the tires.with all the negative publicity and poor safety record of these tires, i am really upset knowing that i am driving on tires that may not be safe.even though i had the tires checked by the dealer and they are not the dot vdhl models, i am scared to be driving on them.i drive approximately 60 highway miles to work each day - at highway speeds of 65 mph. During rush hours - which leaves me even more apprehensive about the safety of this product.i suggest that nhtsa mandate a total recall of all these tires, not just the ones manufactured at the decatur, il plant.my safety and the safety of my family is at stake.if one plant's quality control was nonexistant, who's to say another plant's lack of integrity isn't as great?please help me and the millions of others who have purchased tires for their vehicles unknowing of the hidden defects that may be facing them.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires vibrate at highway speeds after a 25 mile trip or more . I had the truck to the dealer and they found no trouble with the truck.they said it was the tires i had the truck at a firestone storeand all i got was a run around.( dot number: tire size: p2357016 )

Driving on the highway at night at 65 mph (~60 degrees) when the passengerr rear tire seemed to fall a part.by the time i pulled over the tire was completly destroyed.i have never seen a tire do that before.when i took the tire to firestone they couldn'ttell what went wrong with the tire.they said that i probably hit something in the road. I don't remember hitting anything in the road.there was no dot number on the firesone tire.the tire was made in mexico with the following number on it 3156 ex bm 20562-3.( dot number: bm 20562-3 tire size: p265/70r16 )

Tread failed, is a wilderness at but not a vd manufactured tire.not part of present recall but should be( dot number: tire size: 15 )

The front two firestone wilderness at p255/70r16 tires on my 2000 ford expedition have the steel belt showing through the tread at several places.interesting that these tires are not 15" and did not come from decatur!( dot number: w2cu1rd369 tire size: p255/70r16 )

While driving west on atlantic blvd in front of the post office the left front tire blew out causing the vehicle to spin 2 times (360's) and strike the median breaking the wheel and flattening the left rear tire also.the vehicle came to rest between two median islands.the approx. Address is : 8801 atlantic blvd coral springs, fl( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235-75r15 )

Heard flapping noise coming from rt rear tire on freeway--by the time i pulled off the road noise had stopped and when i looked at tire it appeared normal.drove for 3 more hours on highway until it blew out.nothing left of tire--on rim.ford road assistence sent someone to change it.was in desert by myself for about 2 hours.when this also hapened to my brother i immedialtely went out and changed all 4 tires.when i call firestone they have no idea what's going on.i changed the tires right before the recall.i am now out $630 for tires and still have not replaced the spare.help!!!( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/tsr15 )

All of my tires are separating at the tread just like the 15 inch wilderness at tires. Two of which are worse than the other two. The dealership won't look at them because they are not recalled, nor will the local firestone dealers. You can see the separation (you can see wires hanging out at the separation. I would like to have replacement tires(good year) the competitors brand before something tragic happens to myself or my family.( dot number: w270 tire size: p245/75r16 )

This size of firestone tire came on my new 1999 ford ranger when i purchased it on 8/14/99.while they have not appeared yet on any offical recall notice,i fear driving any great distance beacause of possible manufacturer's defects. I want ford motor company , and firestone to pay to replace these. (dot number: w2uuip0229tiresize: p225/70r15)

Firestone dealer told me that my size tire was not included in recall.the dealer replaced a tire before the recall because it was defect in the same way as the recalled size.i can assure you that the problem exists in the p235/70r-16 because i saw it.please contact me if you want further information.the recall should include p235/70r16 and possibly other sizes( dot number: tire size: 235/70r-16 )

I was driving and my tire exploded and shredded. I have never seen a tire look like that. Firestone told me they found a nail in the tire but every flat tire i have ever ahd has never done that. It sounded likea small plane was landing on my car. In light of recent developments i am very happy that all that was damaged was he tire and the rim it was a terrfying experience.( dot number: tire size: p23575rx15 )

Our ford f150 has been pulling to the right. We carried it to a tire dealer for a front end alignment in july.manager said it was the tire. He could not find a problem with the alignment. We spent $45.00. This was in july. We did not have the money to replace the tires. We now do not feel safe with these tires.( dot number: vn081pt098 tire size: p235 70r16 )

Accident occurred due to tire exploding off rim.i have also gone through 12 tires due to irregular wear and vibrations( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I want to get these tires replaced before something happens to someone in my family, can i make them give me new tires?( dot number: 105s m/s tire size: p23575r15 )

My explorer has ~22,000 miles on it.all four tires are severely cracking where the tread joins the tire. The tires have been well maintained and rotated at proper intervals.i have not done any off road driving with my vehicle.all the miles have been normal city and highway driving.with the recent recall of the firestone wilderness 15 inch tires, i am concerned that the same structural failure is present in my 16 inch tires.the cracking involves the entire tire.it seems that the tread could just break free at any time.i am asking for your help in seeing to it that all sizes of the firestone tires are recalled.i would be more than happy to send photos of my tires and the cracking that has taking place on them.thanks for your time and help.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r16 )

The firestone wilderness tires (p235-75r15) that were on the vehicle all contained cracks all the way around the sidewall area, consumer was notified of the recall and tires were replaced per recall, however were experiencing failure prior to notification. *mjs

I have the wilderness tires ..on my new ford explorer ..i am scared to death for my familys well fair please help (dot number: hdtiresize: 15'225)

No summary.( dot number: tire size: p23570r16 )

The front tires blew out while driving on the highway at an approximate speed of 50-55 mph. As a result i lost control of the car which flipped over the guard rail and rolled down a 70 foot ditch. I was in the car and was severely injured, sustaining permanent external injury (i.e., scarring) and internal (i.e, headaches, backache).( dot number: tire size: 255 16 )

The tire on my suv separated so bad that it looked shredded off on the rim. I didnt think much about it at the time until the firestone recall on the same brand tire. According to what ive seen and read, firestone is saying they only have a problem with the 15 inch tire not the 17. I disagree after seeing pictures on tv and in the paper, my tire looked the same. I would like to know if anyone else has had any problems like this with the same size/brand tire as mine. Thanks( dot number: tire size: p265\70r-1 )

I had three tire failures from 29 june thru july 22 2000.the first failure was at approximately 35000 miles, on the right front.the tire dealer stated there was a hole but he could not identify the cause.the second failure was on 19 july and the left front tire blew at approximately 60mph.the tire shredded and had to be replaced $94.03). I have the receipt.the third was on 22 july 2000 on the right rear.the tire was flat in the morning.i had it repaired at the same place i bought the other one.i am 59.5 years of age and have been driving and owning cars since i was 16.i have never had such tire problems before and i find it impossible to believe that these tires should not be included in the recall.there has to be something wrong with the tires for this to happen.thease are not cheap tires!( dot number: w2cu1px496 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tires explored with nothing left only the rim.( dot number: tire size: ? )

This corrects the information i submitted on 8/16/2000 to better describe that two failures occurred and both were on the right side of the vehicle.my 1998 ford explorer (1fmzu35p5wza15113) came equipped with the wildernessat tires.during the fall of 1998, i experienced 4 tire repairs and in the early part of 1999, 2 more tire repairs and two failures (note: four trips to arizona, from colorado, had occurred).the two failures occurred later during travel in 1999, one on i-40 outside albuquerque, nm (enroute to az at approx 62 mph, a separation at the sidewall/tread area) and the other in phoenix, az found as a leaking tire but identified, upon breakdown, as a non-repairable sidewall/thread separation at the thread line).each failure was replaced with firestone wilderness at tires.however, i lost confidence in the firestone tires and on may 6 1999 i replaced the four installed tires with michelin ltx (ms) tires, retaining the spare as an original firestone. ( dot number: unknown tire size: 235/75r/15 )

We had two tires blow out at the same time going 25 mph.have you had any more complaints about these tires?( dot number: w2t6 tire size: p265/70r17 )

The tire developed ablister on the sidewall. I changed the tire, i was driving to the firestone dealer when the tire exploded in the bed of my truck. I have digital photos if you would like to see the damage. Hmv.(dot number: w29vawi497tiresize: p235/75r15)

I have already removed these tires from my vehicle, due tothe safety of my family, these tires should be recalled immediately.waiting to gather more information could endanger more people out on our roadways. ( dot number: tire size: p255 70r16 )

My 18 year son is the primary driver of this vehicle and will be leaving for college ten days.his safety is my primary concern and after seeing the awful accidents/deaths reported in recent weeks i wish to received more information.all the information i can get from firestone is that the tires are safe.this is easy for them to tell me as the consumer.we are playing with the lives of many human beings, my son included.yes, i need a more informed, caring answer than the tires are safe.i have documented each and every conversation i have had with either firestone or ford motor company.please help all of us before more lives are lost.( dot number: tire size: ? )

Consumer is concerned about the wilderness (p235/75r15) at tires because they all have cracks all the way around the tire where the tread meets the sidewall.nlm

My 1998 ford explorer (1fmzu35p5wza15113) came equipped with the wilderness tires.during the fall of 1998, i experienced 4 tire repairs and in the early part of 1999, 2 more tire repairs and two failures (note: four trips to arizona, from colorado, had occurred).the two failures occurred later during travel in 1999, one on i-40 outside albuquerque, nm (enroute to az at approx 62 mph, a separation at the sidewall/tread area) and the other in phoenix, az found as a leaking tire but identified, upon breakdown, as a non-repairable sidewall/thread separation at the thread line).each failure was replaced with firestone wilderness at tires.however, i lost confidence in the firestone tires and on may 6 1999 i replaced the four installed tires with michelin ltx (ms) tires, retaining the spare as an original firestone.( dot number: vd tire size: 235/75r/15 )

I crossed over sunset and got on 77 s at approximately 10:30 p.m.all of a sudden my vehicle spinned out of control.it skidded to the left, i had no control of the vehicle, it skidded back to the right, spinned around.when the vehicle stopped i was facing traffic.i reported it to my insurance company the next morning.i was the only one in the car.i did not get seriously hurt.i went to the doctor and got myself checked.i had a big bruise on my leg and i was sour for about three weeks.the vehicle is at the body shop for repairs.

All four tires are cracking along tread base and beginning to separate.( dot number: vn tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tire delaminated completely but bladder did not deflate.no crash, but left rear of vehicle was damaged by tread as it left vehicle.tire was submitted to firestone under claim number 019721.they replaced the tire and paid insurance deductible but did not advise as to cause of failure. They sent me a check for $397.76 with a letter dated december 10,1999.the remainder of the claim was paid by my insurance company, usaa.( dot number: udhc1py516 tire size: 23575r15 )

Been told my tires have stress cracks inside and out. Not safe but not yet on recall. Taken to ford, smith tire barn, hunting tire, and firestone tire in jackson tn.( dot number: tire size: p235-75-r1 )

Tire failure at normal driving speed of 35mphs.no injuries.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

I had complete tread separation on one front tire and the beginnings of tread separation on the other front tire on 02/15/00 while traaveling west on i-30 to dallas, texas. The following day both tires were replaced at the ford dealership at my expense. Joe cambell the service advisor took me back when the truck was up on the rack and showed me the tires. He said, "boy, you were driving on air the last 20 miles! i am surprised you didn't die in a crash from a blow-out."( dot number: 027471 tire size: p235/70r16 )

Tires show full length cracks/separation at tread bottom both rear tires, tires inspected prior to replacement by qualified technician, tire center inc, colorado springs, co.( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

As we were returning from vacation on 3/20/00 from florida, my wife (the driver at the time) felt weird vibrations through the steering wheel.(note -we were approx. 5 miles in to georgia on i-75 just passed the ga/fl border - near lake park?). As we continued to slow down and move away from other traffic, we heard a popping noise from under the explorer as if things were kicking up from the road and hitting the undercarriage.once we were able to pull off the interstate, i looked under the suv and did a quick visual inspection of the tires, however, all appeared to be normal (no flats, nothing that we could visibly see).we pulled back onto the interstate and before we even reached merging speed (55 - 60 mph), the popping noise returned and we could actually see small black parts exiting the rear of the vehicle.we managed to immediately pull off the road and enter a gas station at which time we discovered a foot long patch of the left rear tire was completly gone.although the tire never deflated, a complete foot long section of tread, through the steel belts and all, was gone.no other damage to the tire was visible (side walls all okay, no punctures, nails, etc.).i inspected the rest of the tires and we continued our trip home once the spare tire was installed.on 4/1/00, i went to the local firestone center (940 old monrovia rd, huntsville, al 35806) and had them inspect the damaged tire.although they did not confirm or deny that the tire was defective, they did offer me a new tire at a pro-rated discount.at that time, i had them inspect all of the tires, perform wheel balances, rotations, etc.based on the tread wear at that time, full replacement of all tires was not needed.since that time, we have heard from other people of similar problems and with the latest news on the investigation of the firestone tires, i felt it was necessary to report our experience.we were fortunate not to have had an accident and are awaiting more recall info.

Two tire failures within 8 weeks.rotated every 3000 miles, properly inflated.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Casing seperated/firestone replaced tire at no charge.( dot number: )

All 4 tires have crack lines all the way around where the tread is beginning to crack away from the main tire.the tire has been inspected by the local firestone dealer and the local ford dealer and both agreed the tires were seperating and probably very dangerous but said they werent on the recall list and said there was nothing they could do.the ford mechanic stated he had seen many others with the same dot code with similiar crack lines but they werent allowed to replace them.when the local firestone dealer was questioned about replacing the tire under its waranty, i was told that if it was on a ford explorer, it had no waranty and there was nothing they could do.when i showed him my waranty papers he said it didnt matter, that the explorer was considered a recreational vehicle and they didnt recognize waranties on recreational vehicles.i contacted the national customer service offices of both companies (firestone and ford) but was told that there was nothing they could do until the tire was recalled.at this time only the wilderness at with a dot of vdhl has been recalled, not the vnhl which is what i have (even though the atx tires from the same canadian plant have been recalled.the tires are making a loud roaring and bumping sound and i have a written report from the ford service dealer where they inspected the tires and saw the seperation lines on all tires (but i am told they can do nothing about it until it is recalled, even though it may be a very imidiate danger to drive.)i asked doug smith the service manager if they were reporting the damage to the dot code vnhl tires as they were inspected and visually observed and he stated they were not.he stated they only reported whether the tires inspected were ones on the recall or not.please help, these tires are dangerous but no one wants to take responsibility for them.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Excessive wear on front tires, replaced tires bad and are being replaced by firestone.new tires required 5 oz weight to balance.only allowing me to replace with same wilderness at tires.can not drive over 55 mph with vibration from tires. ( dot number: tire size: 265r15 112 )

What make they think the 16" is safe than the 15" tires, i am driving in fear, i demand a replacement with a different brand.( dot number: tire size: 255x16 )

Belts have slipped on at least two(2) tires, causing excessive pull to right side,alighment is ok( dot number: ? tire size: p265/75r16 )

Tires have not failed. They were replaced before they did.they exhibit definite splitting between the tread and body of the tire and although not subject to the current recall are being reported to support continued investigation into the problem.the tires are still in my possession.( dot number: vncu1pl245 tire size: p25570r16 )

The tire's tread separated from the tire itself as described on television.luckily no one was injured from the incident.firestone has received the tire, and is in the process of acessing the damage to see whether it was a defect.( dot number: vn08pu097 tire size: p23570r16 )

Experienced bubbles in the2 front tires.tire size p265/75r15, and dot # not available. These were the original tires.

The vehicle experienced two blowouts within 10 miles of each other, the tires were firestone wilderness p23570r16.*mjs

These are the same at tires that have been recalled but not from the decatur, il. Plant.( dot number: not decatu tire size: 15 )

No summary listed for above vehicle. ( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

Tire disintegrated at 80 mph on an interstate highway. ( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

I feel that a recall on all firestone tires is necessary due to design flaws and not where they were made. It is an excuse by firestone to choose a single plant for a major design flaw that will take more lives.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Split is approx. At dept where tread meets the body.firestone customer service not interested.( dot number: vn hl )

While driving along interstate 10, the floorboard started shaking.we decided to pull over to the curb but before we could the tire tread pealed off.we swerved for a bit and resumed control of the car.we pulled over and observed the tire's tread was completely off.the tread was lost on the road and the tire was replaced and discarded.i have documentation of the damages and for the replacement ire.( dot number: w2uuipo tire size: p225/70r15 )

Pe#00020 - firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 dot# vnl1py.left rear tire's sidwall/tread had separated tire. Vehicle was driving approximately 70 mph.tires were purchased withvehicle. A ford truck, explorer 1998.

Vehicle rides unstable at speeds of 55mph or greater, particularly on the freeway.vehicle aggresively tracks and sways.vehicle also overeacts when sudden move to the right or left is necessittated to avoid obstruction in the road or a collision with another vehicle.alignment has been inspected 3 times and ruled out as the cause of the problem.new eddie bauer model (with wilderness at 16" tires,) and xlt model (with wilderness at 15" tires) explorers were also test driven with the dealer (homer heller ford) and found to have the same problem as the subject limited model.all have wilderness at tires stock from the factory.recommend firestone recall all wilderness at tires made at all factories and 16" tires as well as 15".( dot number: vncu-1px tire size: (255/70r16 )

I was not contacted to the recall on my firestone tires on my 2000 ford explorer, until last week, and took it upon myself to, at my expense, and replaced said tires, with another, more trusted and safer brand of tire.now after 6 years. I receive a notice from firestone about my spare, but with the condition that i drive 30 miles, and have the 1 tire replaced with another firestone tire.firestone refused to replace my original 4 tires, with compensation, and now refuses to replace my spare with a tire that i am comfortable with........not a firestone!i feel they should compensate me my $350, original, as well as pay for any tire i choose as my spare.....which they refuse to do!!!!

Left front tire blew out on highway at speed of 75 mph on a 85 degree day.outside sidewall blew and completely split approx. 2" up from bottom of tire.had inflated all tires to 36lbs.load was 3 passengers + luggage. Load est. 700lbs max... Pictures available & still have tires. Replaced all 4 with michelins.subaru and firestone have been contacted via e-mail with detailed description of incident.looks like firestone has discontinued this tire as it's not listed as available on their web site. (dot number: w2x0w66120tiresize: p225/60r16)

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

I have contacted ford, the dealer and can't get firestone to respond ....i own 3 explorers with the questionable tires that my children drive ,,,,,,,no one will tell me if they will replace my tires ,,,,,,,do i need to consult a lawyer?( dot number: tire size: 17 )

I was driving on the freeway at roughly 70mph,when i heard a noise coming from the drivers side rear tire. As i pulled off to safety, i realized the tire was bubbled around the rim, not noticing any punctures, i put the spare on. I am very upset knowing that there are only 25,000 miles on my leased vehicle & i had to replace tires so soon. I do believe there was a defect in the tire itself. Thankfully my family is okay knowing that suv's will roll over due to a tire blow out.( dot number: w2.... Tire size: p235/75r15 )

I have already submitted a voqmy odi # is 726973.i did not have the dot # in my original report to you.it isw2hl.it is not part of firestone's voluntary recall.i believe as you investigate further, your agency and congressional hearings will expand this recall.i have kept this tire, and if anyone wants to inspect it they are welcome.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Driver traveling northbound on i-95 when right rear tire detreaded, lost control of vehicle, spun counterclockwise into median, rolled several times across southbound traffic lanes, coming to rest on roof in west shoulder.one passenger ejected.( dot number: w2hlipy176 tire size: p235/75r15 )

This was a replacement for the recall tires.i have made two attempts with firestone corporate headquarters to resolve this problem.i have a letter discribing the problm of tread seperation and only asking for $330 need to replace tires.this was a tread speration at 65mph.not a blow out.can provide letter with facts of case with pictures upon request.please help me resolve this matter.thanks. (dot number: vnhl-4100tiresize: p235/75r15)

I am a certified master a.s.e. Automotive collegeinstructor. I know how to properly inflate and rotate my tires. One of the tires on my fordexplorer began to give me troublewhen i tried to balance it. No matter how i tried, it would not ride smoothe after i balanced it . I finally gave up and placed it on the rear of the vehicle and did not rotate it in the normal rotation pattern for about a year.on sept . 1st , your consumer advisory made me think about my familys safety and i decided to replace all of my firestones with another brand of tire.this is my decision. I have watched the tire hearings on t.v. And have received the "alls o.k. With your tires" letter from ford. But, its my life that rides on my tires.if you would care to inspect my tires i will be glad to surrender them to your agency in order that you can see for yourself a defective firestone p255/70r16 wilderness tire. Thank you for listening to me.( dot number: w2 tire size: p255/70r16 )

These tires have dot code 8xhl and one tire was replaced prior to the recall due to excessive vibration at 65mph. I just replaced all 4 firestone atx tires with the newer wilderness ats.also, replaced all shocks.after repeated visits back to the repair shop, they decided to begin replacing tires at no cost to me. The car still vibrates at 65mph. The repair shop has checked balancing multiple times, checked the u joints and still can only come up with tire defects as the reason.i hope that this defect information does get attention even though these tires are not dot vdhl.i hope it won't wait until some deaths occur to get serious about 8xhl tires. My family does not have confidence in riding this vehicle placing an unnecessary financial burdern on us to buy new tires or don't use the vehicle and buy another.our other vehicle is leased and we are now putting more miles on that due to the firestone problem and this will cause us to exceed mileage limits in our lease and thus cause an unnecessary out of pocket expense as well.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75/r1 )

Consumer does not feel safe driving vehicle although wilderness tires (p235/75r15)were not made at decature plant and more tha half of the original tread depth remains.nlm

Tire came apart when suv went on to black top in 105deg. Temps. From a gravel road. No sign of problem on tire until we drove onto asphalt. At that time we came from a full stop and by the time we accelerated to 30mpg the tire had failed and the tread separated from the core.( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

I have had two of these tires to fail after hitting a pothole in the road and with the first incident firesotne had no commet. I have not contacted them about the second.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Firestone stonewalling & doesn't return calls.more info via us mail is in route.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )

Complete tread separation of 1 rear tire at freeway speeds.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

My lease exp on this vehicle 5/99 so i no longer have it.i was driving on a freeway approx 60 mph when i felt that my car was not gripping the road. I saw pieces of the tire disintegrating thru my rear view mirror. I pulled over and called ford road svc.i reported to firestone, no interest in helping.i went to star lincoln dealership to purchase rim and tire for $300.00.i would like a refund.( dot number: )

----- original message -----from: tom stangl [email protected]: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]: friday, september 15, 2000 1:50 amsubject: firestone wilderness at blowout inquiry > on june 29, 2000, while driving from st. Paul, minnesota to duluth, i experienced a blowout on i35. Many cars were on the road at the time, however i was able to maneuver to the side of the road safely and change the tire. There was no debris in the road and no other cars experienced problems around me. I drove to a duluth firestone dealer and had the tire replaced. Upon examining the tire, they could not find a puncture. The tire was torn up from the highspeed freeway incident and maneuvering to the side. The tire was located on the passenger rear. The rim was not damaged and i purchased a matching tire from firestone. Attached is a line item from my mastercard for your reference. The tires are wilderness at brand on a 1999 mercury mountaineer with dot code w2hl. The tires had 13,590 miles on them at the time of the incident. I am very concerned that this incident is tied to the problems currently being experienced by others leading to the recall of this line of firestone tires. Currently this includes dot code vdhl. I would appreciate your comments on the expansion of the recall to include my tires now that it appears i have experienced the same problem as others with more severe consequence.regards, tom stanglwhite bear lake, mn06/29 firestone00016918duluth mn$111.50. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75 r1)

While driving on these firestone, wilderness/at p23575r15,left front tire separated. All of the tires vibrate and wobble. Firestone contacted.

The tire shredded so quickly i barely had time to think about what to do before i was riding on my rim and careening all over the freeway.it is fortunate that no one was hurt and my dealership took care of putting knew tires on my vehicle.all five of my tires were the faulty model.( dot number: vdhl1pm046 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires have been rotated and balanced as manufacturer suggested.inside of tires have shown signifigant wear and at the time of recall we had tires checked only to find that there was steel showing on one tire and that tire was changed out with the spare.other 3 tires are showing signs of extreme wear and we were told that because the tires were not made in decatour, il there was nothing that could be done beyond purchasing new tires.there are only 40000 miles on the vehicle at this time and the tires are warrentied at 50000.our concern is that the tires are a hazard because of the wear and this vehicle is primarily used for the family.( dot number: w2hh awb25 tire size: p225/75r15 )

Pe#00020; p235/75r15, dot#vn.all four tires hadcracks around the tire where the tread meets the sidewall. Dealer has acknowledged the defect, but has not offered a replacement due to dot#.dealer has replaced a spare tirebecause it had the vd dot#. Tires were the original tires purchased with the vehicle.vehicle is a ford truck, explorer, 1999.

Although my tires had not yet failed, i was compelled to replace them with goodyear wrangler rt/s tires. This was done at my own expense. The firestone dealer that i went to for the inspection did not even look closely at them. He simply glanced at one tire and said "those are 16 inch tires and they haven't been recalled. They're fine." they don't look fine to me. There are at least 34 incidents of my size tire on your complaints spreadsheet. There could be as many as 89 of them. That is enough for these tires to be added to your consumer advisory list. It's your responsibilty to protect us from this kind of design flaw. Please prevent further deaths by recommending the recall of every tire that's on the complaint list.best regards,lyle geurin.( dot number: vncu1px438 tire size: p255/70r16 )

When i purchased my vehicle i noticed unusual wear patterns on all four tires at 2000miles. I took it to the dealer and they said there was nothing wrong but rotated them anyway. The wear pattern continued and i returned again at 6000 miles. They checked the alignment and said nothing was wrong. At 15000 miles there was noticeable outer tread wear on all four tires. Went to ford and they told me again, no problem. Now with 30000 miles on the tire i have severe outer tread wear. The alignment has been checked by five different shops including firestone and everthing checked out including proper inflation. Now firestone refuses to help with this problem citing i failed to rotate the tires even with proof from ford. The outer tread will soon be off of these tires just like the others. How long will it take to get all these poor quality tires off the road.( dot number: w2 tire size: p235 75r15 )

Tires started making an unusual noise when driving at highway speed. Due to recent recalls, i purchased new tires at a cost of $750. Please advise me if these tires are recalled or begin to fail others.( dot number: w273wmr129 tire size: p265/75r16 )

Blow out on left rear tire in 1999, resulted in the replacement of all four tires at very low mileage.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

Firestone dealer refuses to replace tires. Address of dealer: ramona firestone tires 27526 hwy 74 romoland,calif 92585phone: 909 928-1925( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

Preiviously contacted ntsha ref # 866987 (info on forme sent me is incorrect)correct info follows:while driving to fl, in georga noticed a viberations in from end.contacted ford, they said try to have tires balanced.firestone store said can't balance tire because the steel belts have seperated internally.there is an aporx. Hight differance betreen treads of 1/2":i didn't want to pay $120 for a new tire so i had the store mount that tire as my spare.i still have this tire.firestone has since said that they will replace that tire, but since it is not in the recall, i was wondering if you wanted to look at this tire since it did not totally fail?( dot number: w2hl1py467 tire size: 23575r15 )

When drivin on smooth (public) gravel road, gravel perforated the tread package, and the steel belts, causing damage that was determined to be nearly unrepairable.when removed from the rim, the tire is so flimsy that it can be easily deformed with minimal hand pressure.these original equipment tires appear to be so flimsy that they should not carry an all terrain rating, and i believe that they are not suitable equipment for a vehicle of this size.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

One tire failed while driving; the dealer inspected and determined remaining tires where also defective.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Had both righttires,( front and rear), blow within a two day period. Firestone rep advised no abnormal tire wear and advised should be able to get at least 10,000 miles more off the tires. Because of my concern i replaced them. I believe these tires failed prematurely. The ht's have not been recalled with the at's as of yet?( dot number: tire size: 225 15 )

This was a size 16 wilderness at tire that's not covered under the recall but blew out on the interstate.no one was injured, but you may have other firestone tires that are bad!( dot number: ? tire size: p25570s16 )

Slow leak in tire.went to get repaired.found 2 kinked beads on both sides of tire.if not had brought in tire, was informed tire would have blown out.(dot number: 8x72 4600tiresize: p265/70616)

Bead separated at juncture where tire joins sidewall-3/5 around tire-losing air-steel belts exposed.drove to tn. Twice in june with tire.found problem at rotation of tires.still plenty of tread on tire/( dot number: vn08ipu386 tire size: p235/70r16 )

All four tires have bad sidewall cracking along tire beads, have talked to local mercury dealer in algonac mi and sent e-mail in regard to this problem to ford. In both case to no results.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020; orginial tires on 2000 mercury, mountaineer, tire size p23575r15, dot 8xhl1py.front driver's tire had a flat and cracks on the tread and alongsidewall.also,rear passenger's tire had cracks.front passenger's tire was causing a bumping noise when driving, indicatingtire separation.please provide further information.

Rr sidewall blowout in carpool lane at 70mph.did not hit debris to cause blowout.tire new and inflated per specifications.( dot number: tire size: 255/70rx16 )

Wilderness at original tires in ford explorer 1997 with less than 12,000 miles. Consumer was driving at aprroximately 78 mph when vehicle started to shake violently, and driver's tire sidewall came apart. Firestone replaced it with a new tire, and claimed original tire was defective.

While traveling at 70 mphheard a loud noise in rear of vehicle,tire sidewall was cut off. Please provide further information.

Tires are cracking and separating around the circumference of the tread on the outside wall.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Sidewall peeled off while driving on freeway.( dot number: vd aw3 tire size: 31/10.50 r )

Firestone wilderness tire blowout at sidewall.consumer verified that tires were not recalled before consumer purchased vehicle. Was driving 45mph.passenger rear tire, size: 225/60r16, original tires, 31,952 miles on tires. Pleaseprovide dot number.

Dt: contact states while driving up a narrow mountain pass the car started to feel unstable.the vehicle felt as though it was hydro planningeven though the pavement was dry.after the consumer pulled over she noticed that rear passenger tire looked as though the entire sidewall separated from the tread.the certified mechanic for aaa stated the tire was defective.

Vehicle was involved in an accident due to defectivetires. Firestone, wilderness tires were wearing out from the inside.

The tire blew out on the side wall where the thread adheres to the sidewall. (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number:tire size: p245/75r16 )

While driving 65 mph consumer could feel something wrong with tires.consumer slowed down to about 45 mphandright front tire blewout,sidewall separated. Tire size p205/75r14, dot# w2k1p27076.

Dt*:the contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, there was a loud vibration coming from the left front tire.upon immediate inspection, nothing was observed.the vehicle was then taken to a service dealer, where it was determined that the tread on the tire had separated.the tread was wearing unevenly and the sidewall was splitting.updated 8/21/2006 -

My subaru came stock with firestone wilderness tires.when the ford/firestone incident was happening, the subaru website posted a message that the tires used on the subaru's were not in the recall.this morning, i had a blow out that caused me to swerve violently into the #3 lane causing the traffic to swerve.when i pulled over and inspected the tire, i noticed that the sidewall of the tire has delaminated from the rest of the tire.no other foreign objects or other visible signs can be seen to have caused the blow out.it's plain to see that it's definitely a manufacturers defect.i contacted subaru and they insist that the tires that came on the vehicle are not a part of the recall from ford. And that i should go to a subaru dealer to have them inspect the tire. (tiresize: 225 60/16)

Sidewalls of all tires are peeling off. White is extremely visible behind black sidewall. Tires have less than 30000 miles on them. These tires were made in the decator plant and have the vd designation in the dot square.also there are enormouse cracks in the tread section of the tires. Again this is on all tires. The tire size is 32x11.5x15 mounted on 10x15 aluminum rims any info you might provide would greatly be appreciated.( dot number: vd tire size: 32x11.5x15 )

Day after bought had left rear tire replaced--would not stay inflated;right front tire came apart at 17,000 miles--replaced at cost of $97.11; front tire went flat;at 20,000 miles noticed back rear tire with "bumps" on sidewalls--told no problem( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

While driving 75mphright rear tire sidewall separated. Dealer has not seen vehicle.

All four tires showing signs of tread starting to separate from sidewall.( dot number: vncu 1 px tire size: p255/70r16 )

Original tires on a 1999, ford, explorer, dot vn on 3 tires, 23575r15, 1 of the tires started with vd 23575r15, and the spare with vd, 23575r15.consumer has noticed cracks onsidewall going all the way around.

Dt:contact stated the tiresweredefective.the sidewall blew out on the reardriver's side,causing the vehicle to spin around and end up on the side of the road.the rear tire on the passenger's side went flat. The tread for the two front tires is separated at the sidewall.all four tires have been replaced at the contact'sexpense.he contacted the manufacturer,who urged the contactto sent to them the tires. He has not yet sent the tires to the manufacturer.

All tires are showing cracks on sidewalls, this problem was reported to thomas ford in beverly,ma. And the truck was dropped off for mant. And to check the tires, all ford would say is that the tires were not on the recall list, when i asked if they looked at the cracks they said no,all they would do is check the dot code, i under stand that if they are not on the recall they would not do anything, but i feel theyy should have at least look at the cracking, i had provided them with photos and they said they would not even look at them ( i can email the photo to you if it would be of any help )firestone was contacted by email but all i've gotten is an automated responce ( tracking # wt20000815_0000000266) when i have tried to contact them by phone it's just a long hold, and like you i can't stay on the phone for an hour just waiting to talk to someone my boss will kill me, tahanks for any help with this problem!!!( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Sidewall of driver front tire has two cracks.( dot number: w2hl1py458 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Two firestone tireswere replaced with good year tires.consumer provided ford with all paper work to obtaina refund due for recalled tires.ford has not been in contact with consumer as of yet.consumer awaits reimbursement for tires replaced due to recall.*jg...

While traveling 70 mph on dry road conditionspassenger's side rearorginal equipment, firestone, wilderness ht tires, size p23575r15, sidewall blewout, and tread became wrapped around the axle. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.

While driving on paved road at 45 mph sidewall blew out on right front tire. Vehicle swerved to the right and into the bar ditch along the side of the road. Ability to stear and brake the vehicle was drastically reduced. Upon taking the tire to the local firestone dealer i was told that i would have to pay $50.00 to prorate the tire and have it replaced. I do not feel i should have to pay for a factory defective product.( dot number: )

Sidewall failure at junction of sidewall and tread.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

I was checking the air in the tires when i noticed visible splits, tears, and peelings on three of the sidewalls.i went to ford they said they could not do anything because they are not under recall and the tire warranty has expired.obviously there is a major problem.i have notified my insurance company of the problem and the local newstation.i do alot of driving but cannot afford to put new tires on right know.if the defects are as visible as they are now why can't anyone do something about it? (tiresize: 75r15 225)( dot number: tire size: 75r15 225 )

Pe-00-040; original equipment on a 1998, toyota, tacoma , tire size not available, dot number started with w2h.when driving 5-10 mph tire blewout around the sidewall area, tire has 28 thousand miles on it. Please provide any further details.

Sidewall seperation after approximately 1,000 miles.purchased from mobile/firestone; us2 service center; 1301 e cloverland drive; ironwood, mi 49938 (906-932-0700).tire replaced free of charge.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r16 )

While driving on the garden state parkway in nj (mile marker 133.6), the driver's side rear tire blew-out while traveling at approximately 65 mph.

Original equipment on a 2001 outback, p225/60r16 size, dot#: w2xow66.rear left wheel sidewall split.

While driving the left rear tire sidewall blewout p255/70/r16.nlm

Tires were rotated, inspected, and properly inflated on 12 june 2000 by jim bass ford service department. No problems was reported by the service department.the day of the incident driving for approximately for an hour at 70 mph with no prior trouble indication beingnoted that the tire was getting ready to fail. The left rim outer edge was damaged when the left tire outside wall totally seperated from the tread.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235 75x15 )

P255/70r16 wilderness at tires were not included in the current recall.this is a mistake.one of these tires had a sidewall blow out while the other suffered tread separation.these are the same types of failures that the recalled p235/75r15 wilderness tires have.firestone should replace all wilderness at tires.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Developed a separation ( split ) in outer sidewall of tire.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Was traveling approximately 60mph whensidewall ofleft front tire blewout while going uphill. Lost control of vehicle for a short while. Managed to stop vehicle and checked tire.tread was still intact. 1998, ford, ranger,p225/70r14 with 7,000 miles. Original equipment.

Leased vehicle. Upon receipt, noticed white "paint" around sidewalls of tires. Since recall announced on p235's, examined tires more closely to see "paint" actually "divets" of rubber missing out of sidewalls on all tires around entire circumference. Looks like beginnings of separation of sidewall. Can e-mail digital pictures if requested.( dot number: tire size: p265/70r17 )

Dt:contact had firestione wilderness l/etireson 2003 suburban. On 5/30/05, going 70 mph right rear inner sidewall blew out.tire has 2,5000 miles on it. Maximum pressure was 34 psi.tires had 39 psi at the time of blowout.no vibration was noticed prior to blow out.no visible bulging in the tires. Contact stated that no other damage was present on tire, besides a verticle split through the tire from the rim through the tread. No problems with tires before and no other tires were damaged. Right rear tire.

Firstone wilderness tires on ford explorer 1999;when drivingrear and passenger tires blew out atsidewall which separated from the rim.tire size was 23575r15, dot number not available . Please provide any further details.

The sidewall failed on this tire.to date two other tires are showing similar damage.i am a pretty good driver and do not rub my tires on curbs, etc.it is almost like the sidewall is peeling away exposing a white layer beneath.naturally the recent news prompted this response, but my concerns are very real.thank you and keep up the great work - i sleep better at night knowing you are protecting my family's interests.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

I have wilderness at's, p235/75/15, with approximately 20,000 miles.one was manufactured in decatur,the other three were not manufactured in decatur (dot code 8xhl).all have an intermittant split in the sidewall on both sides about 1/2" down the tread all the way around.i showed them to a firestone dealerer and he agreed to replace all the tires.have you had other complaints of this nature.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p135-75-15 )

Pe-00-020-firestone wilderness atx on a 1999 ford expedition, tire size p26570r17. Tires were rotated twice when driving 55 mph.upon attemtping to make a left hand turn left rear tire went completely flat/blew out, causing loss of vehicle control consumer noted bubbles around the side wall area of the tires, tires only had 28 thousands miles on the tire.ak

Original tires onchevrolet, suburban, 2000.while driving at about 60 mph, consumer heard a loud pop.right front passenger tiresidewall separated from tread.consumer felt because he was an experienced driver there was not a crash.please provide any further information.

Tire suddenly blew out during routine driving, with no warning.a tire technician said it looked like the sidewall failed because it had bulged out and the tire was unrepairable. ( dot number: 027582 tire size: p265/70r17 )

Tire blew out with hole on sidewall of tire on the inner side of the tire.firestone dealer claimed i probably hit something which caused tire failure. This vehicle was never driven in off road conditions and i believe it was a case of tire failure.( dot number: w2hl tire size: 235/75r15 )

Original equipment on a 1998, ford,ranger, p235/75r15, dot#: w2hl.has started to separate on the sidewall.

Tire sidewall separated and the tire deflated rapidly.the car handled well but the tire was defective.

Deep cracks on sidewall of 2 tiressome go all the way up into the tread.(dot number: w208irctiresize: p23570r16)

Pe-00-020; tires on a 1998 ford explorer, tire size p235r15, dot number not available. Tires only have 22 thousand miles, tires had a half inch crack at the sidewall outside the tire, tire is on the left rear of the vehicle.

I had one blow-ut, on the right front, and after further investigation, of the remaining tires, the left front tire was defective also...the core was coming thru the sidewall, and the 2 rear tires were showing signs of premature cracking in the sidewalls. I contacted firestone about the problem, and there reply was....the only tires affected, were those that were on ford vehichle's only. I have waited long enough to see that the problem has been more widespread, than they had originally anticipated. That is the reason for my contacting you. Any assistance you can provide, in getting my refund, for replacing the tires will be greatly appreciated.( dot number:)

Firestone, wilderness ht, p235/70rx16 size, original equipment on a 2001 escape. Front tires have started to bulge insidewall, and about 2 inches of tread was gone.

I was returning home from my doctor in my 2003 chevrolet silverado on wv rt. #3, in beckley, wv, traveling at a speed less than 30 mph, when the rt. Rear tire ruptured on the inside sidewall; i had not hit or run over any object, and the tire shows no trauma to its carcass.

These tires were bought and placed on a chevrolet pickup. At 1800 milessidewall ripped, causing a blowout at 70 mph. Firestone has not been contacted.8ak

Firestonewilderness tires original equipment on a 97 explorer.they have began to crack at the sidewalland the base.tire size: p25375/r15 .

Left rear tire felt wobbly while driving up hill, then exploded, separating tread from sidewalls.was able to pull over safely immediately.tires were inspected during oil change about 2 days prior to incident.police responded while i was changing tire, but no report filed (by me, anyway).reported incident to firestone and mercury cust. Srvc.firestone declined to help in any way to replace tires.mercury helped expedite replacement, which was done w/in 2 days.i am happy with the new tires, from bf goodrich. (tiresize: p23575r15)

Rear driver's tire sidewall is coming apart. Tire deflated over night. Tire is one of 4 origingals with 31,000 miles; size p225/60r16 on a 2002, subaru, legacy outback. Firestone dealernot contacted.

The left rear tire blew out on sidewall just below the tread. The tire did not go flat all at a sudden, but slow enough for me to be able to keep control of auto. The failure being so close to the tread and being that this series of tires is in question i feel that a report should be made.( dot number: w2hlrinint tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires are cracking on the sidewall,i'm afraid to getup to highway speeds.there is plenty of tread left on the tires.they say"made in canada"i could not find the dot #.( dot number: none tire size: p255/70r16 )

Pe00020, orginial equipment on 1999 ford expedation wilderness, 17 inch 2657017. Rear driver's tire had a blowout from the inside of the sidewall.please provide further information.

Tires are on a 1997 ford explorer. At 35,000 milessidewalls have began to crack. Firestone has been contacted, consumer was told that they were on a phase 3 status.

Doring a routine inspection of the vehicle by my mechanic during the first oil change (3000 mi.), he noted two (2) large bumps on the sidewall of the rear-right tire, seemingly indicating that the sidewall had separated from the tire at those locations.after showing the bumps to a shop employee named jerry at tyson's ford, he suggested i take the vehicle to a firestone dealer to have the tire replaced.i did precisely that taking it to the firestone tire & service center by springfield mall.there the tire was replaced free of charge, but i had to pay the cost of labor.after mentioning this to a friend, i then became aware of what seems to be a very serious problem with this tire brand/model.i will be happy to provide any additional information that i can if contacted.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

At a speed of approximately 65 mph. The tire came apart on the outside wall.the sidewall was completely torn away from the tread side. At the time of the incident, the tires were properly pressured at 35 psi.( dot number: w273wma358 tire size: p265/75r16 )

Please accept the following information regarding the firestone wilderness at (p235/75r15) dot series "vnhl".i have a series of split sidewall cracks that is approximately 1/2-inch down from the top of the sidewall that run the entire circumfrance of the tire on both the "inside" and "outside" on all four (4) tire's.i have never driven this vehicle off-road or above 70-75mph.the tires have been maintained at 32psi cold and have 28,000 miles.the tire tread is in very good shape and still has over 10/32" (5/16") of tread remaining.this vehicle has been maintained by ford as a leased vehicle and is in excellent shape. This is not a daily driver and has never been driven for more than 450 miles one way, or for more than 5-hours at anyone time.the series of cracks were not present when i purchased the vehicle and has occured over the last year.i first noticed these cracks after returning from a trip to columbus, ohio last june.they appear to have lengthened and have openned up slightly over the course of the summer. I had 32psi in the tires prior to this trip.again, i would like to point out that the dot series number is "vnhl" and these tires were manufactured in canada.i urge "all" concerned to please consider the fact that these tires are not from the decantur, illinois plant, but from canada.the chance of one injury or fatality per million is one too many and this tire problem may be related to something other than using an awl to puncture the air bubbles or just the illinios plant.this is a major defect somewhere in the manufacturing process and "all" firestone tires regarless of the dot series needs to be thoroughly inspected and brought to the attention of all the parties involved and that includes all current owners of vehicles with firestone tires. Thank you for the opportunity to look into this very serious situation.families are at risk here, not just a tire manufacture, but actual lives.

While driving about 45 mphsidewall collapsed on left rear tire size p22560r16, no dot available.contacted firestone,firestone indicated those tireswere not on recall, and nothingwas wrong withtire.please add vin #.

With less than 4700 miles on the vehicle the rear right firestone wilderness tire sidewall blewout while driving and the left rear tire went flat from a sidewall tear (265/70r16).nlm

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:noticed tires were peeling from around the sidewall while parked on a 1998 ford explorer, original equipment,p235/75r15, dot unavailable.firestone notified and prorated charge of $20.00 per tire. Please provide any fiurther details.

I was driving alone at freeway speed of 65mph, when it felt like i had hit a strong wind, but the trees at the side of the road were not moving, so i started to pull over to the side of the freeway, when the tire blew out. The entire sidewall blew out of the tire. I have a photo of the tire. No one was injured but the rim is pretty torn up. (dot number: w2vfnna199tiresize: p21565r159)

Firestone wilderness/at, p23575r15, dot:vnhi are equipt on an ford, explorer 1999. All fourtires have developed cracks around the entire sidewall. Ford has been contacted.

In aug, 99, i was driving my 1999 ford expedition on interstate 80 between auburn, california and lake tahoe, when my wife and 3 children heard a loud noise, and the vehicle began swerving all over the freeway. After the noise, my kids looked back and saw what they described as smoke and debris flying behind the car. Fortunately, i was able to steer the vehicle to the shoulder of the road without an accident. I got everyone out of the car and we called the auto club on our cell phone to come fix the flat. I looked at the flat tire, and i was very surprised to see the nature of the flat. The tire sidewall was totally disintegrated, but the tire tread remained is one round piece. I jacked up the car and removed the wheel, and the separated tread that surrounded the aluminum wheel. I looked closely at the separated tread, expecting to see a nail or some other evidence of a puncture. There wasnt any puncture or hole in the tread. I thought that was very unusual so i took some photos right there. Then i changed the tire and put the wheel and separated tread in my car. The auto club tow truck arrived just as i was completing the change. The day after the incident, i went to a firestone dealer in roseville, california and brought the wheel and the separated tread. I was pretty upset and requested a free replacement because it appeared to me to be a defective tire. However, the man at the firestone dealership said it was road hazard and that warranty did not apply. I commented to my son afterwards that he seemed almost pre-programmed for that response. I wasnt happy with their attitude at firestone so i went to the closest ford dealership. They were nicer about it, and agreed that it looked like a tire problem, but they said ford doesnt warrant tires on new cars. I ended up just buying a replacement wilderness at in redding the next day because that was our vacation destination. When we returned home about one week later, my wife wrote a letter to firestone, but we

Dealer told me these tires was not part of recall, but the sidewalls appear to have a problem. From several feet away i see wavey places in the walls. There are no scuff marks on the walls.it seems the walls are very thin .im fearful driving at highway speeds. (tiresize: 225/70/14)( dot number: tire size: 225/70/14 )

Aug 7, 2000 , i-40 , 35 miles west of little rock, ar. I had been traveling 3 hours of a 9 hour trip. I was going 70 mph.left rear firestone tire tread completely seperated from outside sidewall.side wall is still in tact around rim.came very close to rolling vehicle.went to company owned firestone store and requested replacement on 7/8/00.i was told there were no problems with firestone tires and there were no need to inspect the remaining tires. They offered me $30 off a new tire.i declined.i am very worried about the remaining tires.i travel for a living on interstate highways.( dot number: w2cu tire size: p255/70r16 )

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 )

While driving 25mphleft rear tire exploded at 87,000 miles. Lost control of vehicle. Managed to get to side of road & checked. Noticed sidewall had blown out completely, close to tread. Changed tire & took it to firestone dealer. Representative indicated tire hit something to cause blowout. Owner denied hitting anything in the road. Do not have tire.firestone atxp215/75r15dot w2hfht51990 jeep cherokee.

Right rear tire had sudden and catostrophic disintegration of sidewall at highway speed without hitting any debri. No loss of control but total loss of tire.( dot number: tire size: 225/60/16 )

While driving 70 mph left rear tire blew out.tire separated inmiddle of sidewall. Firestone contacted.tire size 225/60r16,dot not available. Original equipment ona 2001, subaru, outback.please add vin.

Pe00020, original tires purchased on a 1999 ford explorer, with 6,000 miles on them. While drivingsidewall on the right rear tire collapsed. Tire size p23575r15.pleaseprovide any further details.

Mail route includes sand, clay, & surfaced roads. I first heard a strange rubbing sound while on private sand road. I got out and observed a bubble on the sidewall of the right rear tire. I had no safe place to change the tire so i slowly drove the 1 mile back to the surfaced road. As i drove down the surfaced road, i noticed a lot of vibration in the rear of the vehicle. I pulled over to the shoulder to change the tire, as i was exiting the vehicle there was a load "pop" and the tire was flat!the service personnel at mike shad ford let me see the tire as they took it from the rim.there was a generous amount of rubber powder, the steel belts were shredded and rusty. It appeared to me that the tire had come apart from the inside out. Myself, the technition, service advisor could not believe the tire had only 6700 miles on it. But it was original equipment. The dealer tire manager determined due to the amount of wear on the tread that i had to buy a new replacement. When i complained that the tire had to be defective he dissagreed. Not defective, abused! he authorised a $15. Adjustment and a free all wheel alignment.the second failure was nearly a year later but on the same wheel and same surfaced road. At 55mph i felt something slip or go loose in the rear end, followed by severe vibration. I pulled over to the shoulder immediatly, stopped, exited the vehicle and looked at the right rear tire. I found simular damage as the first time, a large bubble on the sidewall, smaller bubbles a ridges were the sidewall and tread meet, and a large bubble under the tread. This tire did not blow but the tire & wheel assembly were very hot! i had to let them cool about 25/30 minutes before i changed the tire. This tire is now my spare.at 19625 miles the original set of tires had to be replaced. With 14500 miles on this replacement set ford notes all 5 tires require replacement due to excessive wear. Ford has told me they are warrentied for 50000 and firestone is responsi

2001 chevrolet surburban - approx 17000 miles - months ago - received a recall on this surburbanfor the firestone wilderness tires - took it to dealer and they said that these tires looked okay. However - on 7/10/04 coming back from a 2 mile drive for groceries - (a major street) -heard a huge explosion sound - the truck swerved wildly - we were thrown and tossed but had seat belts and kids in carriers- going 35 miles per hour - my wife and children terrified and crying - and they were tossed side to side - wife in pain - son had huge belt bruise - i pulled my lower back - my baby seems okay.when it finally stopped in middle of road - i found thatrear left tire had completely blown out like a popped balloon - entire internal about 12 by 8 inches - v pattern - this is the same kind of damage that got all that news attention about firestone tires just blowing on the tire walls and roll overs on freeways. We were terrified when we realized this and knew that had we been going faster we would have nearly died!went to my chevy dealer immediately at henderson chevy (spare on) - completely ignored my complaint. Please help !!!!we are terrifed to drive this truck and cannot afford to just buy all new tires - and what about being hurt and this happening just like it did to so many others the same way (their suv's and firestone wilderness tires) - again help please!

One tire had a sidewall failure and the other three all split.we replaced all four at our own expense since the dealer said firestone was avoiding settlement on tire problems.this all happened before the news about explorers.i kept three of the old tires as proof. ( dot number: tire size: 10.5x31 )

Following the p235/75/r15 there are several other numbers, as follows105 s m/stire side wall blew out completely around the circumference of the tire.i had tire replaced at firestone tire and service center, 900 e kennedy blvd, tampa, customer invoice #007059 dated 06/08/2000.local news coverage said y'all were investigating the tire, thought this incident might help.tire blew out on i-75 east of naples, fl (alligator alley).we had been driving for three hours from tampa at 70 mph.temperature at the time was about 95 degrees.( dot number: none? tire size: p23575r15 )

All four tires had a continous crack in the sidewall running around the tire approximately 1 inch from the outer edge of the tire.the crack in some places was wide enough to stick a car key into. I called firestone customer support and was promptly instructed to go to a dealer who upon inspection changed out all 4 tires. Firestone did charge me $135 total for the replacement tires. My concern is not about the money, but that these tires were not listed on the firestone recall list or nhtsa safety advisory (9/1/00). I currently have firestone wilderness at tires on my vehicle and am concerned about these tires. The dot # of these tires is not on the firestone recall or nhtsa safety advisory. Please contact me for further information or if you have had other complaints about tires with dot #'s outside the recall and safety advisory tires. I would like to change out my tires but there are no tires available at this time.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75/15 )

No sidewall separation-----cracking in center of tread... Scared of the tires.......... (tiresize: 205/14)( dot number: tire size: 205/14 )

I had two tires experience sidewall failure (large bulge on outside of tire).tires were replaced by firstone.the tires on my vehicle are not subject to current recall due to the place of manufacture.( dot number: w2hl1py308 tire size: p235/75r15 )

This tire is not on the recall list, all tires are splitting on the sidewalls.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p225/70r15 )

Sidewall blowout in factory equipted firestone tire on chevy tahoe

Original equipment on a 1999,gmc, silverado. Tire size p26575r16, 36,000 miles on the tires. Driver and passenger tires have developed cracks.please give any further details.

Sidewall of tire split from wheel bead to tread, but remained inflated - a dangerous situation!( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )

While driving our 2005 suburban on the interstate, the check tire pressure indicator came on and immediately the back end became squirrelly. Pulling to the side of the road, the passenger side rear tire was completely blown at the sidewall. The tread caught onto the wheel well flare, causing about $500 in damage to the vehicle. The tire was original equipment on the suburban, a p265/70r16 firestone wilderness radial. The vin number on the suburban is [xxx]. The tires had about 12,000 miles of usage when the blowout happened.i contacted gm (service request claim #[xxx]) and had the service manager at john seretti chevrolet in moon, pa inspect the tire. He could find no punctures, foreign objects or other evidence of external damage to the tire. Gm reviewed this and informed me that they did not have enough information to declare a defect, so they referred me to the tires manufacturer, firestone. The firestone shop in moon, pa also could not find any puncture or external damage. The manager there said the blowout could have happened for any number of reasons other than a defect and tried to suggest that it had been driven with too little tire pressure. That cannot be the case. The tires had been rotated and the air pressure checked by the dealership within the previous month and the vehicle is equipped with an air pressure sensor that warns of drops. That sensor went off at the same time the tire blew. Firestone sold us a replacement tire at a prorated cost based on the usage from the original. Updated 07/17/2012 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Without warning the sidewall blew out of the right rear tire (firestone wilderness at size p235/75r155l).nlm

Tire failedwhile stopped at rest area in mississippiafter 8 hours of driving from atl, ga., side blew out where tread meets sidewall.( dot number: w2uuipo238 tire size: 225/75r15 )

I was driving in town at 35 mph when tire suddenly deflated when tire was taken off a split in the sidewall that ran into the tread was found( dot number: vdhl awr tire size: 235/75/15 )

There has been no failure, but the tires are exhibiting coloration changes between the sidewall and tread that look dangerous in light of the separation reports for their larger size tires.( dot number: )

Firestone, wilderness,p225/60r16, original equipment on a 2000, subaru, outback with 2800 miles. Sidewallblowout while driving 70 mph on rear passenger tire. Please provide any additional information/attachments/pictures.

Sidewall of tire had a blowout. Dealer has been contacted, will not replace no part of recall. Please provide furgther information.

Right rear tire blew out from sidewall only goig about 25 miles an hour /firestone was no help or was precise in helping at all. (tiresize: p23575r15)( dot number:tire size: p23575r15 )

Immediately after purchasing the car i noticed a large bulge in the sidewall of the l/r tire.i called the dealer and was told to go to firestone.i went to the firestone store in newark california and the mechanic pulled off the bulge and revealed a white element of the tire.the tire was replaced, but it was obvious then that the tire was defective and had manufacturing problems.( dot number: tire size: 255/70r/16 )

4 inch rip in sidewall of tire.

While driving the left front sidewall of the firestone wilderness (p23570r16 - dotw208ptw148)tire blewout causing consumer to swerve and narly collide with other vehicles.nlm

I noticed that the outer layer of rubber has begun to come off on the sidewall, showing a white underlayer, near the lettering but not exclusively at the lettering.i looked at a similar model of subaru and saw the same thing had happened to its tire.since i have not had an accident, i am assuming that this is a tire failure.please advise.

Pe-00020; tire size p23575r15, dotw2h2, original equipment purchased on a 1998 explorer.while driving onhighwayfront and rear tire tread separated, causing vehicle to flip, and resulting in two deaths and one person being severely injured.please give any further details.

Replacement tires on a 1997, dodge ram, 2500,tire size p23575r16 7,000 miles ontires.while driving 45 mphtread separated ondriver's side,nearly causing a collision. No injuries occurred .please give any further details.

I contacted firestone store in coos bay, oregon about the problems with the firestone tires treads coming off my 1999 ford explorer.i was very concerned about safety. Mr. Vaugn replied that it was ford's problem and that he did not care how many people died due to the tire failures - that it was ford's fault and not firestone.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

We had a second incidence of a tire falling apart this week.in both cases the tread separated away from the tire.in the first case we were going approximately 35 miles per hour.but when it happened this week we were on the highway travelling at 75 mph with a semi tractor and trailer in the lane next to us.this could have been a very serious situation but we managed to stay on the road and were able to pull over to change the tire.we did, however, have some damage to the rear left panel of our vehicle where the tread had hit.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Dt*:the contact stated while driving 65 mph on dry highway pavement the rear driver tire had tread separation without warning.the vehicle was maneuvered off the road and the tire was changed.the dealer has not been alerted. The consumer stated he inspected the other threee tires and noticted the same defects. Updated 08/21/06.

All 4 tires have developed cracks alongsidewall.a 1998, ford,explorer with the original tires. Ford dealer stated that there was very little tread wear, and tires were in good condition.tire size 75/r15,dot#vnhl1py338.

While traveling at 45 mph tire tread separated, causing a blowout. Please provide further information.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: while traveling in a 1999 ford ranger, original equipment at hwy speed of 70 mphright rear tire, dot# w2uu1p0348, tire size p225/70r15 commenced to separate at the tread. No injuries reported / sustained rear end damages. Feel free to provide any further details.

Recall with bridgestone firestone **ccthe stated he had already replaced the tires at his expense. He attempted to request for reimbursement, however he was denied twice.

Pe-00-020;replacement tire for a 1995, ford, explorer, tire size p23575r16, dot number not available, tires have 35 thousand miles on them.consumer has noticed that all four tires' tread had started to peel away,out offour tiresdriver side left rear tire is showing more signs of tread separation.consumer has replacedtires with four new tires.please provide any further details.

Charlie henderson ford say they are not responsible for the tire failure....firestone dealership says it is not responsible because i did not purchase the tires and can not provide a receipt.these tires were brand new.someone is responsible for5 brand new tires that put my son in a life threatening situation and caused 3500.00damage to our vehicle.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r15 )

My new vehicle has the firestone tires that have caused numerous deaths and a magnitude of accidents. With serious injury.i contacted my local ford dealer thatsold me the car and they didn't even know about the problem. The next day the dealer called me and said that they are giving out firestones phone number for inquires. I now have two numbers for firestone to which both remain busy all the time. So i am unable to contact them. On the front page of the usa today newspaper dated 8/2/2000 it reports that 31 people have been killed by these tires bursting.it reports that in 6other countries ford motor co recalled the tires. I need assistance imediately as i am afraid to use my vehicle. I can not take thechance of having my grad kids killed byfaulty tires. I am also in the process of taking my mother each day for radiation 50 miles away. I need my vehicle imediately.i need to know what is going to be done for the citizens of the united states about these tires. Does ford motor cocare more about citizens of other countries than american citizens???please contact me imediately, as there is no way that i will ever get firestone on the telephone ,,, and the booklet that came with the car does not give an address for firestone. Thank you.( dot number: tire size: 15 inch )

Original equipment on a 1998, ford,ranger p235/70r14 size . Right rear tire tread separated at low speeds.

Firestone wilderness atx tires sold as original equipment on a 97 mountaineer.while driving 65mphright rear tire blew out andtread separated.

On friday jan 7, 2000 upon leaving my office, i noticed upon approaching the 1998 mountaineer a shiny object in the left rear tire. I thought it was a nail, but upon closer inspection the left rear tire had developed an indentation the size of a quarter on the tread side of the tire, on the tread closest to the outside of the tire.through that indentation, you could clearly see what appeared to be a steel belt.drove home (only 1 mile) slowly.saturday morning i checked the air in the tire- it was 29 lbs.then i headed early for martin tire which is 8 miles away.when i arrived at martin tire the size of the indentation had grown to about 3 inches and the steel belt was clearly visible for most of the three inches.frank martin diagnosed the problem as tread/belt separation.during the trip to martin tire there was no indication of tire failure.no vibrations were noted, and no additional noise (they are noisy tires to begin with) was noted.not wanting to take a chance with my life, i replaced the tires with a non-firestone brand immediately. Had i been on the highway on the way to my daughter in college, and had this happened it might be my estate who could be writing this report.( dot number: unknown tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire tread layer separated from the steel-belted layer creating a 15-by-5-inch flap.we were lucky....we caught the problem before the tire blew.( dot number: )

Left front tire tread (firestone wilderness) peeled off damaging the left front rear well , prior to that consumer experienced a very rough ride.nlm

Tread seperating from tire in center. Firestone inspected tire, advised problem, but not in recall, different plant( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Two of these tires show seperation at the point where the tread attaches to the body.firestone says they are not part of the recall as they were not made in decatur.have replaced them with michelins at our expense.we feel these tires should be part of the recall as they are evidence the problem is not limited to one plant.old tires are available for inspection.( dot number: w2hl1py308 tire size: p235/75r15 )

My firestone wilderness at tires were not made in the decatur il that is faulted in the recall from firestone.my tires were in at the joliete plant in cananda.i had to replace my tires because the tread was begining to separate from the tire.how do i go about getting reimbursed from firstone since the call does not include all of the wilderness fristone at tires?( dot number: vnhl ipy tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires were less the 2years old, steel belts showing through tread.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

Tread separated back in january. Firestone dealer said it was underinflated. This is what they always say.the tire had to be replaced. (tiresize: 16)( dot number: tire size: 16 )

While travelingleft rear tire tread separated from vehicle. Please provide further information.

While driving at 55-60mphleft rear tire blewout. Owner replaced it withsame type tire.

While driving at 70 mph in a 1997 ford, econoline right rear inner tire had a tread separation.tire was still inflated. Original equipment, tire size lt225/75r16, dot# vd1l1xa446. Firestone was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.

Tire failed as tread separated from tire body.although tire was replaced via pro-rata value of tire tread used, we replaced the firestone tires with michelin tires on march 24, 1999.we did this because of lack of trust in the firestone tires, and even though the firestone tires would have been good for another 20000 miles or so based on tread left..( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )

I have two shredded firestone wilderness xft tires, with tread separating obviously from the rest of the tire. I have a ford explorer xlt.ford dealership refuses to help me!( dot number: )

Pe#00020 - fordhad advised that all four tires had to be replaced before leaving the service station.mechanic had advised thattires' tread had come offsidewall. Tires were purchased withvehicle.vehicle is a 2000, ford truck, ranger.

Tread has hair line cracks. No failure atthistime. Tireswere manufactured in canada.tires will beinspected by a firestone dealer this week . Just forwordingthis information for any future investigation on all firestone wilderness tires. (tiresize: p235x75r15)( dot number:tire size: p235x75r15 )

All 4 tires tread cracked to steel belts, 1/4-1/2 length cracks.10-20 cracks per tire, parallel with tread, in grooves.i drive 18wheel truck (11yrs) and have seen countless incidents like this.my firestones are aboput to pop.neither firestone or ford would discuss on phone.will nopt drive until i buy other tires new and will retain old tires.( dot number: vncu1rd498 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Dt:2001 nissan frontier.the consumer states the tread ondriver's side rear tire came off while driving on i17 at 55 mph.the tread went around the axle and caused damage.this was the original tire onthe vehicle.the tires had been properly maintained.the vehicle shook,and the consumer heard a bump. She pulled over.the spare tire was put on, and the tire was taken to the dealership.the dealership stated she needed to speak with firestone.firestone stated she had to file a complaint with them.the tire size is p225/70r15.the consumer was toldby the manufacturer of the tire, that upon inspection it appeared the tire was being operated under an over-deflated state.

After 10 hours of summer driving on a flat section of i-10 near seguin, tx, the tread separated completely withour warning.i expect to make the same trip tomorrow, 8/9/2000.big river tire of zachary inspected the remaining three tires on 8/7/00."patrick" assures me that we will not have any trouble.( dot number: )

We just wanted someone to know that we also had the unfortunate pleasure to experience a tire separation on our ford explorer. I was lucky enough to control the truck without having an accident,we changed the tire and continued on for our once a year ,long weekend at the lake. We have already had all 5 tires replaced by our local firestone store at no charge. The replacements are uniroyal brand and we are very happy with that. We do feel that we should be able to get the money back on the tire that blew out since those people that have the defective tires but have not had to go through a blowout get their tires replaced without having to put out any cash. If you have any suggestions please forward them to us by e-mail. Firestone just says call the 800 # that you cant get anyone to answer and olathe ford, where we bought the truck and the replacement tire, just acts like they have washed their hands of the matter.thanks for the opportunity to report this.....jim and janice constant( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

Tire blew out when traveling at 70 miles plus.i nearly had a serious accident, but i was able to avoid collision.the incident caused minor damage to the steel alloy rim.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

When the tire blew out, it left a big hole on the inside of the tire, and part of the tread was gone( dot number: tire size: 1 )

When i bought this vehicle, i did not want firestone tires on the vehicle, but the dealer said the truck tires were fine.(i had had a firststone tire come apart on my 98 corolla on the highwaywhich put my son in the ditch with some 250 dollars worth of damage to the car. ) the latest incident was the 4 runner firestone at11 lost air rapidly on the highway with my son but he was able to slow down quicklybefore it flattened completely.. The tire dealer said it was a punture in the side wall but i do not believe it.this tire had less than 06000 miles on it.i am going to change out the this set of tires and spend 400 dollars for my son's safety.(i took the firestone tires of the corolla at 3000 miles because of the incident).its sad but their tires are inferior and anyone who drives on them are at risk.( dot number: tire size: 225x75x15 )

While looking tires over noticed tread separation. Tires were not part of recall. Please provide further information.

While driving 65-70mphrear driver's side tire blewout. Vehicle did 360 in middle of the road.has happened again with rear passenger's side tire , except no blow out. Dealer has replaced the tires.

Firestone wilderness 2257515, on a 1998 ranger, there was a thumpy noise, had the front tires rotated to the rear, now ,rear tires tread is coming apart at the core.please provide further information.

Right front tire explorded across the tread, while traveling at 70 mph on a 1998 ford f150 (original equipment wilderness ht; p235/75r15; dot# unavailable). Vehicle tow to dealer; please provide any further details:

Pe-00020; wilderness ht original tires purchased on a ford, ranger 2000, and tire size 22575r16.right rear tire separated completely fromsidewall.please give any further details.

Firestone tire - 235/70 r16 wilderness ht dotw208ipt186. While driving, the tread separated from the tire. The tire only had 24000 miles on it. The tire caused damage to the right rear quarter panel, frame brace and muffler bracket.

Pe00-020;firestonewilderness ht tires with 40,400 miles, p21565r15, dotw2vfnna079, and original equipment on nissan extended cab truck 1999, company owned. Driverwas driving at approximately 60mph on highway whenside rear tire failed. There was a hole in the tread ,and some of its fabric was sticking out. Prior to the incident, driverheard a popping sound, and rearend of vehicle felt loose.

Pe0020, tire tread separation.tread is peeling back on all four tires. Orignal tire equipment. Tires purchased on a 2000,chevrolet, tahoe. Please list tire size, dot #,and vehicle identification number.

While driving at 70 mph left right rear tiretread separated,causing the tire to blow out, firestonewilderness, sizeunknown,dot: unknown.

2 weeks after getting the car i notice something wrong with tires, at 60 miles the car wants to break in pieces,, i believe that this tires are no diffrent that the others sizes and name in the recall from firestone. Please check this tires too before someone get injury or kill. Thanks.( dot number: tire size: p265/70/16 )

02 020/tread failure: left front tread separated while traveling at 80 mph withonlydriver in a 1994, chevrolet, silverado; aftermarket equipment installed at 130,000 miles, tire size p235/75r15, dot# w2.vehicle received damages torim, andunder body to the tire well. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.

Who is responsible for the damage done to car from the recalled tire?the tread was partially detatched from casing and slapped the rear quarter panel and tail gate.who do we contact. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

00 t 005 000/tread separation: 1986 ford f-150, aftermarket equipment, dot# vdhl1ply , size p235/75r15.right rear outer tread separated while traveling at 60-65 mph within 6,000 mile of wear. Tire was available for analysis. Feel free to provide any further details.

While traveling heard a noise from tires, then,lost control of vehicle. Stopped andnoticed tire tread was separated from tire. Please provide further information.

I am very concerned asto the reported failure of firestone tires on ford explorers.i have not experienced this yet but do not wish to either.my children drive this vehicle and it makes me very nervous.something must be done.please inform me of current corrections taken in the very very serious problem.( dot number: )

Outer tread is peeling away from the rest of the tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Original equipment on explorer.while backing outfront right ttread separated from tires.

Whil driving approximately 65 mph on wet pavement, the left rear tire blew out and when i was able to pull to the side of the road, the tire was shredded off of the rim.this matches the description of the problem involved in the current firestone recall.the vehicle is owned by ford motor company.i am a ford motor company employee who leases the vehicle from the company.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

While driving 55 mphfront driver's side tire tread separated. As a result,driver lost contro,l but managed to gain it back.

Vehicle rolled after going out of control - turns out there wasn't gravel on the road. It was unexplainable. All four tires were without tread after the accident, but the details are similar to the incidents i've been reading about with the brigestone/firestone tires. Please make them recall these tires!( dot number: )

Tread separated from tire at highway speed. The exact problem that has caused re-call bymanufacturerof this tire in different size. This tire only had approximately25,000 miles when it separated.( dot number: yd66a12247 tire size: 30x9.50r15 )

Was driving 20mph & heard a noise &air hissing.front right tire then went flat. Stopped vehicle & checked the tire. Noticed the tread had partially separated from tire. Put the spare on vehicle & went to montgomery ward for a replacement. Montgomery ward had taken firestone tires off of the shelf. Firestone wilderness at iii; dot #vdpgaw3; size 33x125 - p235/r15lt with 100,000 miles on it.

Pe00-020; tires on a ford explorer 1998;tires only have 42 thousand miles on the tire, and the driver side part of the tread is missing from the sidewall. Tire size not available, and dot number not available. Please provide any further details.

Consumer has a 1997 dodge ram & all 4 tires have cracked on top where the tread was. Firestone dealer said it came from armerol on the tires. Vehicle had 2 tires each that had the samedot# vdykaw2019 & vdykaw2528. Tire size 32 11.50r15lt. Dealer will no t replace the tire.

Evidence of tread separation verified by firestone dealer on right front tire.cannot drive vehicle and unable to get firestone to replace tire( dot number: vd tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire blew out (disintegrated) on freeway.( dot number: ? tire size: p235/70r15 )

Pe00020, original equipment 1999 expediation, tire size p25570r16,front passenger tire had a air leak which later caused a tread to separate while driving,almost causing a crash.placed spare tire on the front passenger's side, and that tire air was leaking.please provide further information.

On 9/18/99, my father, husband, son and i were involved in a rollover accident on i-10 because of the tread separation on the left rear tire.as a result of the accident, my father was taken by helicopter to a local hospital where he died 2 days later as a result of his injuries.my son was not harmed, my husband suffered minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to the same local hospital, and i had very minor cuts and bruises.( dot number: )

When driving approximately 55 mph both back tires's tread started peeling off.then, noticed that tires were defective while pressing the brakes, and took them to dealer.dealer charged consumer for new tires. Tires werefirestonewilderness ht, size p235/75r15, andapproximately mileage 20000 miles.

While traveling about 65mph on the highway and without prior warning right rear tire tread separated from wheel.consumerwas able to pull over to the shoulder. Firestone wilderness lt, p225/75r16, dotve1l1xd e rate.coachmen e450 1999

1994 ford explorer, original equipment,dot# vnhl1pn187 & tire size p235/75r15. Noticed hair line cracks along the steel belt on all four tires.they areavailable for analysis. Feel free to provide any further details.

While driving about 60mph front passenger's side firestone wilderness tire tread came apart after driving only 15 minutes at highway speeds, almost causing a crash.please provide further information.

I returned to firestone store and complained about a defective tire when it appeared that the tire was out of round.they claimed that there was nothing wrong with the tires.i recently on two occasions, took suv to have alignment checked.was told that alignment was withing specs, that the firestone tires were defective and caussed what they called "radial drift". This causes the car to pull to one side or the other.this in turn would cause overheating and in my opinion cause tread separation at highway speeds.( dot number: 027477 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Consumer's rear right tire tread separated while going 65mph. Tire size 235/75r15, and dot#vdhl018. Tires had approximately 36,600 miles. No injuries. Consumer will be contacting firestone.

A tread separation at 40 mph on a 1995 ford explorer, origianal equipment,dot# & tire side unavailable.also, noticed a blister on the tire. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Consumer purchased a ford ranger 1999 in 1998. 3 months after purchasing vehicle,2 tires blew out at the same time. These were the original tires from purchase. Consumer replaced the 2 tireswith another brand & left the 2 orginals on. Presently,cosumer is having treadproblems with2 originals that were left on vehicle. The tire size is p22570r15, anddot#w2uuit0359. Consumer will contact firestone.

Pe-00-020; firestone wilderness atx, tire size p25570r16, and dot number w2cu1px027.tires on a 1997 ford explorer,tires only have 40 thousandmiles.when driving oninterstate about 50-55 mph rear passenger's side tire tread separated from sidewall areaabout 5-6 inches in distance,which caused poor steering control, and almostresulted ina crash. Please provide any further details.

While traveling at highway speed of 70 mph heard a thumping noise and noticed right rear tire separation. Orginal equipment, dot# & tire size unavailable on a 1996 ford explorer.please provide any further details.

Vehicle had brand new tires on it when it was bought in april, so tires had less than 6000 miles when tire failure occurred.the three remaining tires now have alittle less than 10,000 milesand they all show signs of seperation. The tire failure that occurred happened on interstate 64 east, just west of charlottesville, va. The road conditions and weather were ideal except for the heat.we had gone approximately 5 miles after a lengthy stop for food and gas when the tire failed, with no warning. We swerved to the left onto the shoulder of the highway and luckily there was enough shoulder to "catch" the vehicle. When the tread came off of the tire , it beat up the fender and the front bumper and then kicked out to the side of the vehicle were it tore the mouldings off of the side of the vehicle.we now have a claim filed with firestone for reimbursement for our insuance deductible and cost of a new tire.( dot number: vd tires tire size: p23575r15 )

Dt*:the contact stated while driving 55 mph on the highway in normal driving conditions, the right rear tire blew without warning.the contact immediately pulled over to inspect the tire and complete tread separation was visible.the vehicle was towed to the dealer for further inspection, andthe dealer determined the tire blowout was due topossible road hazard not a defect.the contact replaced the tire.the manufacturer was not contacted.the tire was a firestone wilderness le p265/70/r16sm/s. Updated 06/07/2006. * ts

Pe-00-020-tires on a mazda b2500 2000,size p225/70r15, and tires only had over 9500miles on them.when making a turn at 25 mph left front driver's side tire tread separated from the entire tire. Please provide any further details.

Original equipment on a 98 4 runner.while driving 65mphright rear tire tread separated from tires.

Right rear tire tread suffered the same failure as being described nationwide to other tires of firestone brand.( dot number: tire size: 265/75/16 )

The left rear tire treads became totally separated from the tire causing the vehicle to be disabled (f225/70r14).nlm

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: right front experienced a blowout while driving at highway speed of 60-65 mph with driver only in a 2000, ford, explorer, original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Firestone was not notified at this time. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

The right passenger tire experienced tread separation/blowout.

Manufacturers defect, tread did not separate( dot number: vnhl1py227 tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tire blew on interstate i-69 on clear roads, overcast day. The driver rear tire lost its tread which flipped up behind the suv causing damage to the rear of the vehicle. I began a right hand spin which i got out of and then spun 180 degrees and entered the median backwards travelling approximately 300 yards before coming to a stop. Several witnesses gave statements to the eaton county sheriff's department indicating what occured after the tire blew out. I sustained neck and back injuries. ( dot number: ? tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tread separation on two rear tires; irregular tread wear on steer axle tires; steering very irratic; vehicle pulls to right; conversation with tire dealer, dealer stated if tires deemed damaged would be prorated with replacement firestone or bridgestone tires.statement from corporation said all tires would be replaced if customer dissatisfied, this is contradictory to the statement from the dealer.with current knowledge made it necessary to purchase new tires (another manufacturer) due to contradictory info from firestone and dealer.we did not feel comfortable with their replacement products. After inspection of tires by service department of local dealer, we were advised to replace tires immediately to avoid accident.( dot number: unknown tire size: l235r75/15 )

Have had two tire dealers examine----all tires are showing signs of tread separation. Scared to drive it so have parked it and borrowed parents car since i drive three to four hours a day seeing patients in arkansas----have had several days of temperature over 100 degrees.( dot number: w2cu tire size: p255/7or16 )

Premature treadwear. All four tires replaced. Tires maintained and rotated per manufacturer recommendation.( dot number: tire size: 23570r16 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: while traveling at hwy speed of 70 mph in a 2000 ford explorer, driver only, original equipment,tire size p235/75r15, and dot# unavailable,experienced a right rear tire tread separation. Firestone notified, please provide any further details.

Tread separation with 4-5 inch break and complete collapse of tire.this complete tire falilure could easily have caused a major accident as i had been driving 70 mph.the tread separated in the middle of the tire and tore through to the inside with the 4-5 inch slit completely through.i am fortunate that it did not blow out at the high speed driving.when i saw how the tire failed, i asked firestone to replace them but they refused and said that only 15 inch tires were being replaced.well, this tire had the same type of failure.i became so concerned for my life and my family that i have now replaced them with michelin tires myself and have the firestone tires in my garage waiting on the nhtsato force firestone to take responsible action toreimburse me for replacing these dangerous tires.it is now not only the 15 inch, but also the 16 firestone wilderness at tires that are failing.help us the innocent public. (dot number: w2cutiresize: p255/70r16)

While driving 55mph, had suddenly lost control. Managed to pull to side of road & checked vehicle. Noticedright rear tire had lost all its tread.exchanged tire with spare. Went to gas station & exchangedtreadless tire for another. Do not have tire.1996 ford ranger with firestone wilderness, size p265/75r15 with 20,000 miles on it.

The tread on the tire is separating from the remainder of the tire.a firestone dealer has inspected all 4 tires and advised me of this condition.he also pointed out that the metal bands are showing though in several areas where the tread joins the sidewall.he also pointed out knots in the tires.they are scheduled for replacement next wednesday with a 60% mileage adjustment.i was advised my particular tires were not covered by the recall.it is my opinion my tire failure is the same failure that is being experienced with the 15" tire and this particular size should be looked into as well.( dot number: w2081pt276 tire size: p235/70r16 )

Found nail entered tire , turned sideways and lodged in a "pocket" under tread.i was able to dislodge the nail easily without tools.looks, to me, like start of tread separation.this tire found on consumer advisory for another size.( dot number: w2081pt466 tire size: p235/70r16 )

I was driving 75 mph on the interstate when the right rear tire had the entire outer tread separate from the rest of the tire.the tire had about 45,000 miles of use.i then paid to replace the remaining tires at big o tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: consumer reporting a panic disorder concerningfirestone tires,and would like nhtsa to help in this matter concerning the removel of these tires, size p245/75/r16/ dot# unavailable, and original equipment on a 2000 ford ranger. Feel free to provide any further details.

Consumer noticed cracks alongsidewall offirestone, wilderness tires, p23575r15, and separation near the tread. They have a dot: mfr: w2. Firestone has been contacted.

On june 12,2000 i was traveling home from dallas to pearland.the weather was clear no rain, cement road in good condition.my right front tire thread separated from the rim with no warning.both sidewalls were still intact on rim.the dealership stated the tires and rim where not covered under warranty.the firestone dealership was reluctant to replace the tire with no cost.eventually the manager could not find any reason to cause the tire to separate and replaced it still charging me for balance and valve stem.he refused to say it was a defective tire but listed unknown reason for failure.it is only because of previous extensive driving classes (police officer training) is why i did not have a wreck and was able to control my vehicle.on the news is a lot of reports of failures of these same tires.both ford and firestone refuse to exchange my tires for safe tires and i cannot afford to change out new tires on a new vehicle. I can go into better detail about this incident if you wish to contact me.do i have a legal course of action at this time?( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Tire failed and very nearly caused crash.elmira,n.y. Firestone store (eric)denies any type of responsibility or recall. Mr. Bill vanderwater at firestone denies any kind of fault orrecall with tire. Another tire dealership told me about the firestone recall, my wife and neighbor know about it and it was on the nbc evening news but firestone denies it. I require some proof in writing that firestone has issued a recall on their wilderness tires because i intend to take firestone to court .( dot number: unknown tire size: p235/70r16 )

The belts on this tire separated with very low mileage and had to be replaced with the spare. Had it come completely apart it could have caused a very serious accident.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

July 19, mid-afternoon, while traveling north on i-35w north of hillsboro, tx, my left front tire suffered complete tread separation, alerting us to a problem with a loud sound. I pulled on to the shoulder with trucks whizzing past; and with my 20 year old daughter, we "eye-checked" to see what was wrong. We could see black stuff on the highway about 75 yards back and assumed i'd hit some road debris. We saw that the front-under-bumper spoiler was dragging the ground and that the front left fog light was damaged. We returned home that afternoon, traveling within the stream of traffic. Once we were home, in examining the front of the truck more closely in my drive, we saw that the tire tread was completely gone with just the steel belt showing. I drove carefully to the nearest tire company the next morning and had two front tires replaced with new wilderness at tires, unaware there were problems with this brand of firestone tire. I had my truck repaired. On august 5, 2000, as a result of news accounts i called firestone and followed their directions to have my back tires examined, carrying the documentation of the money i'd already spent replacing two tires and repairing the damage to my truck. They recommended that i replace the remaining two tires immediately, giving me credit for my contract on the tires of app $25 per tire. They replaced the tires with two more wilderness at tires. The total cost of the tire replacements and repair to the truck is $493.04. I now have just heard on abc tv news (08/10/00) that the replacement tires are problems, also. My daughter and i are lucky that we did not have an accident when the tire failed and that only minor damage was suffered by the truck. However, i'm no longer sure about my safety while traveling at freeway speeds during our hot summers here in texas.( dot number: unknown tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire blew out on major highway.caused vehicle to spin out of control into oncoming highway traffic.narrowly missed several head-on collisions.truck was skidding on rims.still have tire remnants.exactly as described in usa today article.police responded, but no report taken, as there was no collision.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/10 )

Original equipment on 1998, ford, explorer, p25570r16 , about 55,000 miles.on all 4 tires a pin hole cracks have developed in the inward of tread. Please provide further information.

Blow out within 2 miles of the dealership on the date of purchase. The dealer towed it back to the shop and replaced the tire.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Noise, vibration at highway speeds, uneven tread wear, and eventually thumping from tread separartion, although no peel before they were replaced in june 1999.( dot number: vn tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe-00-020;firestone wilderness atx tires on aford explorer 1998, tire size not available, anddot number not available. Tires only have 40 thousand miles on them.when driving 75mphrear passenger's side tire tread separated, causing loss of vehicle control.please provide any further details.

No summary listed for abov evehicle.( dot number: tire size: 225x70rx15 )

Tread began to separate but tire did not deflate. Tire was replaced at firestone dealer under previously purchased "road hazard' warrantee at 50% cost. We were not aware of any recall at this time. Please include our data to support inclusion of these (wilson, nc plant) tires in an expanded recall. Thank you.( dot number: w2hl1py097 tire size: 235 75r15 )

My ford explorer was originally equipped with the bridgestone-firestone tires that have since been recalled. I replaced these tires in 2003 without ever having any notice of the recall. Recently i received a letter stating that i could get my tires replaced for free.this was the first notice of the recall....at least 4 years after the supposed recall.and yes, i have been the owner of the vehicle and living at the same address for more than 10 years.

6 tire failures in the last 3 years on an average of every 5000 miles on the failed tires, under normal driving conditions.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

Tire blew out while driving normally down the highway. ( dot number: )

The left front tire tread completely came off of tire. Truck was towed and new tire installed.approx. 50 miles down the road the r front tire tread came off.requiring towing of truck again and complete set of tires being bought and placed on truck.body and engine damage occured with both accidents.( dot number: w208 tire size: p235/70k16 )

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1997, ford, explorer, tire size p23575r15, dot number began with w e on all four tires.tires have 54 thousand miles on them. All four tires had developed lumps around the smooth outer surface oftire.please provide any further details.

Noticed tires on vehicle where sidewall meetstreadwere separating from tire. Tire size 22560r16, dot # not available. Have not contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.

Tire tread separated. 95 degrees outside. Almost flipped suv. One week later, i witnessed the same problem (firestone widerness on an explorer) cause a gruesome death because the vehicle flipped.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Pe00020; originaltires on a 1999, ford, explorer, tire size p23575r15at 23,000 miles. Rear left tire has developed a split in the middle.please give any further details.

Was driving approximately 60mph, and pulling a goose neck trailer whentire on the left front blewout. Vehicle hitconcrete barrier after it was pulled a hard left. Contactedinsurance company. Took pictures. Found the left front tire had completely lost the tread. Firestone wilderness at iii on a 1999 ford f350. Lt255/85r16.

I was driving north on i-75 approx. 8 miles north of gainesville,fl on 7/31 & experienced a complete tire failure at 70 mph.the sensation was of having hit something in the road, but i saw nothing in the rear view mirror (except lots of big trucks bearing down on me).almost immediately, i began to lose steering ability.i was able to control and stop the vehicle with great difficulty.the car swung out as far as one-quarter turn to the left in heavy traffic but i was able to countersteer and get off the road.the aaa wrecker attendant told me that he had seen "lots" of these blowouts and that the tread usually ripped all the way offand tore up the undercarriage of the car.luckily, i had about 4 inches of material holding the tire together when i finally was able to stop.this incident occurred on an extremely hot day at about 3:00 pm.please note that the dot# on this tire is not vd, but vn.i am very concerned that firestone has not been totally forthcoming about the safety of this tire.( dot number: vnhl 1py tire size: 235/75r15 )

Tires are not part of current recall (made in canada), but have cracks just below tread line.i have replaced these tires because i feel they are unsafe, not trustworthy for my family to travel on.i have these tires available for anyone to inspect.thank you.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tires were replaced due to belt separation before tread wore out in order to avoid a blow out situation . (dot number: w2h6owl254tiresize: 235/75/r15)

I had the tires checked after hearing reports of trouble. All four tires show cracking where the tread meets the sidewall. After checking with the dealership where the vehicle was purchased and the local firestone dealer, i replaced the tires at my own expense. I put p235/75r15 michelin ltx tires on. The tires and service records for this vehicle are available for inspection, including proof of rotation and balancing on schedule.( dot number: vnhl1py417 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Odi# 6141-while driving down the highway right rear tire tread had separated.vehicle was drivenat approximately 70 mph. Tire was a firestone wilderness p215/65r15, and tire mileage 17k.tires were the original ones when vehicle was bought.vehicle is a 2000 nissan truck frontier.

While drive ford explorer at about 70 mph on highway, felt car vibrate and then shake.drove to edge of highway. Right rear tire had tread completely peeled off.( dot number: w@cuipx 11 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Back rear tire blew.tread was detached from the tire in places.( dot number: tire size: 225/70r15 )

Wilderness at , p23575r15, dot w2hl, original equipment on mountaineer, 1997 with 22,000 miles on it.all 4 tires had developed cracks around the circumference of tire, right wheretread was attached to actual tire. Please provide further information.

Pe00020, original equipment on 1997 ford explorer, p23575r15, with 40,000 mileson them.while drivingfront tire had a blowout.changedtire withspare tire. Kept traveling and rear passenger's tread separated which caused a crash, and 2 deaths.please provide further information .

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:reporting following problems; 1st blowout occurless then 300 miles at 70 mph/ right rear tire; and 2nd blowout occur at approx. 10,000 miles at 55 mph/right front tire while traveling on both occasion was with driver and one passenger in a 1998 ford ranger (original equipment wilderness ht; p225/70 r14; dot# unavailable); 2nd replacement was done at no cost. Please feel free to provide any further details:

Tire tread completely pulled off while driving (firestone wilderness).*et

Pe 00 020/tire tread separtion:while changing the tire,notice a small split around the tread & sidewall, mounted on a 1998 ford f150 (original equipment wilderness ht; p235/70; dot# w2081pt168) tire available for analysis; please feel free to provide any further details:

The tire shows a crack on the sidewall completely around the tire where the tread meets the tire side wall. These tires do not have the same dot numbers as the tires advertised as being defective or those listed on your website. The tires on my car clearly have this problem. A repair shop pointed out this problem to me. All tires of this size and style must be recalled and inspected or replaced.( dot number: vnhlipy477 tire size: p235-75r15 )

Filded incedent report with firstone in may.they readily paid for new tire nad repairs to vehicle. Our 20 year old son was traveling hoem from college on i75 in middle land when tread separated .threw him to left emergency land.luckily he controlled vehicle and came to stop.tire did not lose pressure andluckily the shreding tore up teh rear fender etc and did not go into axel.tore up whel well, qtr panel, rear, r. Bumper,a dn liftgate.( dot number: vdhl1pm096 tire size: 23575sr/55 )

I have hadd to replace 3 of 5 tires in the last 7 months due to tread separation. When i first reported the problem on 2 of the tires i was advised that it was only superficial.i continued to monitor the tires and two weeks ago had to replace them due to evident separation (i could put my finger in the cracks that had developed).i have returned to them due to tire cupping which was discovered by the dealer repair shop.i have been told by the dealer there is nothing wrong with my suspension.firestone is refusing my claim stating that the only way the tires could have become cupped is by some "ford vibration" or suspension problems.firestone advised me when i first went in the tires were overinflated.i had been driving for 30 minutes in 100 degree weather.when the manager checked the tires they ranged between 32 and 35 pounds.i advised him they inflated them the last time.he stated that the tires could be no more than 26 psi when cold and that when they heated up the variance would only be 3 pounds.he left for the evening and turned my vehicle over to the techs.when the techs returned the vehicle to me they state the tires were underinflated and had inflated them to 32 psi.i advised them their own manager had stated the tires must b e 26 psi but they did not reduce the inflation of the tires.i am concerned that due to the prior failures of 3 of the tires (one of which has become cupped) my vehicle and my family are in danger.i ma trying to get firestone to return my funds so that i can get tires from someone else imagine my frustration on that.( dot number: unknown tire size: 23575r15 )

Tire on drivers rear failed, tread separated completely while traveling on i-10 freeway at 75 mph (speed limit), causing ford explorer to roll several times. No fatalities occurred, driver only one in vehicle, seat belt probably saved life, multiple contusions and still off work continuing medical treatment and further tests. I do have pictures on disk that were taken of the tire and tread and of the vehicle. The actual tire and tread have been secured.( dot number: vdhl1py477 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I am concerned that the current recall may be too limited.on january 24, 2000, i experienced a tread seperation while driving on our state hwy 41 at approx. 50 mph during a rainstorm.fortunately, i was on a level and straight stretch of road when the failure occured.had the incident occured 5 miles earlier, i would have been in mountainous terrain and may not have survived to file this report.i turned the tire in to firestone that day and was provided a replacement.i purchased a matched 2nd for the other side.with the current controversy and recall, i chose to replace my tires with those of a different and still reputable manufacturer.i now have 5 pirelli scorpions of the same size as the original equipment.i have also contacted firestone's district office in this area.i was told to bring my original wilderness tires to my local dealer and submit the reimbursement forms.although there is no gaurantee that i will be reimbursed, i informed the local office that the district office asked that they may wish to study these tires.when i told the local store staff of the regional office's directive to me, the mechanic indicated they would likely destroy the tires since they were not part of the current recall.i asked the store manager steve to check with the district office first.i am not only a physician now working in an emergency facility that serves our mountain communities but was also trained as a physicist.it is not often that you have a scientific observor involved in a reported event such as this one.i hope that one of your staff will contact me soon for further information.i also hope that firestone will act in a responsible manner to ascertain with reasonable certainty the true extent of their problem.thank you.....joseph chudy, md( dot number: w2hl1py407 tire size: p235/75r15 )

While traveling at 30 mph, the tread on the driver's side rear tire came off and the tire blew out.

Firestone, wilderness/at, p265/75r16 dot:w273. Left rear tire tread separated while driving at 45 mph, damagingrear end of vehicle.dealer has been contacted.

107 degree weather, highway speeds, firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 tire with total tread separation. Caused damage to wheel well, bumper, vehicle body.

Pe00020, orginial equipment on the 1999 ford explorer, p23575r15, dot axhl1py419, the driver rear tire tread is peeling off on the edge of the stich, then 15,000 mile all of the tires tread is peeling off on the edge as well.please provide further information.

The left rear tire of my ford explorer became separated on arizona highway i-17 at the speed of about 70 mph. The tire was sent to the firestone/bridgestone in nashville,tn,and the company paid for the repair expenses caused by the tire separation. This incident changed our lives, because we could have got seriously injured or killed had it been one of the front tires... As victims, we strongly support the government's investigation into the situation involving the tires manufactured by firestone/bridgestone. Better yet, we hope ford will recall all the f/b tires. We are going to have them replaced anyway, and ford or f/b should reimburse my cost.( dot number: 8xhlipy )

Tread seperated from the tire. Lost control of the vehicle and "fishtailed" 6-7 times on i-10, then shot across i-10 down a grass embankment. When i finally came to a stop, i had 3 flat tires, damaged qtr. Panel, and was a nervous wreck. I had my vehicle towed to a ford dearlership to have the tires replaced and the vehicle inspected for any damage underneath.i was not informed of the problem with the firestone tires by the ford dealership.i spoke to my parents and told them about my accident.my dad called the next day to tell me the he heard a news articles about the problem with firestone tires seperating. Please contact me for more details. Thank you very much, kelly logan.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Truck was parked in driveway.noticed a bulge in tire.went in house to inform room-mate.tire blew out side where bulge was, while just sitting in driveway.blew gravel into neighbors garage and vehicle (jeep).tire had a hole about the size of a quarter between the sidewall and the tread.firestone dealer charged us to replace the tire - said it wasn't covered under warranty - and it must have been something we did?how can a tire just blow out sitting in a driveway?( dot number: tire size: 26575r16 )

Firestone wilderness tires original equipment on a 99 expedition. Driver's rear tire tread separated.firestone dealer patched the tire back together.please provide the dot# and tire size.

While travelling on the interstate at a speed of 70 mph the left rear tire treads separated from the tire causing an immediate and catastrophic blowout of that tire.control of the vehicle was lost causing the vehicle to swerve off the road onto the right side embankment.the vehicle overturned at least once and all three passengers were injured.a georgia state motor vehicle accident report, post-accident pictures and video are available upon request.unfortunately, my insurance company, usaa, has to date, been ineffective at recovering the failed tire.( dot number: unknown tire size: p235/75rx1 )

While driving on highway 291 around independence missouri, the rear tire blew out.upon stopping to access the damage, i realized the tire was now in 2 pieces.the tread was laying alongside the road, and the rest of the tire was still attached to the wheel.i took the tire to a local firestone dealer where they insisted that the tire did not malfunction.they said driver error caused the tread separation.i had no other choice but to purchase another tire.now other tires have been recalled, and firestone tells me my tires are safe.i don't believe this since i know otherwise from this incident.( dot number: w2uu tire size: p22570r15 )

Willderness at 16" tire, the tread separated.we replaced as soon as seen.no incident. Not covered by recall.made in canada.took several weeks to replace due to a shortage of them.concerned that this was because of firestone's prior knowledge of the pending recall.as this was the same problem as the smaller tires we urge the nhtsa to look closely at them.( dot number: vrbm061753 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Firestone, wilderness, p22570/r15, dot# w2uu1p0109; while driving 55mph right rear tire had tread separation.

While driving 35-40mphtire blew out on the right rear. Replaced with atx tire.

Tread is separating from tires - i am replacing the tires nowrather than wait for the recall to be expanded to include the 16" tires( dot number: tire size: p255 70 16 )

Tire blew out on highway.tread separated from rest of tire.this was very similar to published reports of firestone/explorer failures.driver was able to remain in control and pull over.( dot number: )

Pe00020; tire tread separation: while driving 65 mph rear tire on the passenger's side blew out.driver was able to control vehicle, and was not hurt.tire was wilderness ht, original equipment, purchased on a toyota, tacoma, 2000.firestone was called about the tire. Owner was told that firestone was not responsible. Please list tire size and dot #.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: on a 1998 mercury, mountaineer; original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# vnhl1py148. Two of the tires were experiencing cracks aroundtire along the crown. Firestone notified, and infomed consumer that tire was not recall. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Tire servicer reported possible start of inner belt separation at seam, tire was returned to manufacturer for credit on a replacement( dot number: tire size: 215-65-r15 )

Pe oo 020/tire tread separation: experienced left front tread separation in a 1997 ford explorer, original equipment/, tire size p235/75r15, and dot# unavailable.at highway speed of 65 mph which caused vehicle to goout of control.also,front end damage. Please provide any further details.

While passing a vehicle on the highway the right front firestone wilderness tire (p225/60r16) blewout, it appeared that the tread had separated completely from the sidewall of the tire.nlm

While traveling at 70 mph the front right tire had tread separation.

I had been driving this vehicle on the highway.i came into town and had a tire failure when i backed into a curb at very low speed (5 mph+\-).the firestone dealer would not look at it saying it was a road hazard and the ford dealer said it was not covered by warranty, so i replaced the tire myself.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

All 4 of our firestone tires were quite new, and the tread was excellent. For no reason, the right rear tire exploded while we were driving on the freeway. All that remained of the tire were rudiments of the tread. The entire sidewall had blown off. The firestone dealer initially claimed that we must have run over something, but then changed his mind and replaced the tire. Now that we are reading about the problems with this tire, we believe that there is a real need to pull all of them off the market before more accidents occur. It is not enough for firestone to voluntarily inspect the tires because the tires look fine. It is a structural problem that is not apparent to the naked eye, and that makes it all the more dangerous. Ford motor company recommends these tires, and firestone stands behind them. The tires pose a known risk, and it is time for these two companies to replace them. Thanks for your consideration of this matter. Ken lloyd.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tread belt separation on wilderness le tires.

While driving 70 mphtread onthe left rear tire of a 1996 ford explorer separated, buttire remained inflated.please give any further details.

Other remaining original tires are cracked along the tread on sidewall.we have tried several options to get tires replaced but were told that it could be 18 months.my wife is pregnant and we have to travel to the doctor 120 miles a way once a month.we feel uncomfortable driving with these tires.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

A friend who is in the tire business called me out to look at my tires on that morning.he showed me how the tire wall was shredding and that was not normal and urged me to bring my truck to the shop immediately, so i did.at that time, i did not realize that it could be a manufacturer's defect, even though my friend insisted that tires should not tear like that.having viewed the recent news releases about this happening, i decided to log my complaint.the salesperson at firestone told me that the repair could not be made, so i would have to purchase a new tire, which i did.since then, i have incurred another flat tire.this time it was a nail, however when the tire was completely deflated, there were some threads that were partially shredded, however i was advised by firestone that the shredding was not the cause of the tire flat and was assured that it was normal to have some separation.now i am concerned for my safety, but can not afford to purchase a new set of tires.( dot number: tire size: p23570r16 )

On april 2,2000 while traveling on interstate 10 at 70 mph i experienced a tire separation and blowout. At the time i had all five original tires on my mountaineer. After the separation i put the spare in service and the next morning i purchased three new firestone wilderness at tires and placed them in service which gave me five tires with zero miles on them.after hearing of the firstone recall after returning to minnesota i had my firestone dealer check my tires. I was informed that my tires did not meet the requirements for recall because they had the dot#w2hl instead of the dot#vdhl.all of my ties have the w2hl number and yet i was one of the persone that experienced a tire separation and blowout just as thet-v report stated was the reason for the recall. I have no trust in these tires. I would like a suggestionor instruction as to what to do.m. L. Geiszler, bemidji,minn.estone recall( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Consumer has a 1998 ford, f150.front driver tire tread wore off in which the outer wall had bubbles. There was a thumping noise while driving, but didn't affect the vehicle driving condition.original tires, 34,000 miles. Tire size p235/70r16 dot unknown. Consumer replaced with a regular size spare tire.

Firestone wilderness ht tires, size p225/70r14.at highway speedsright rear tire tread separated.

Tires show cracks where the tread meets the sidewall.tires are now making a slapping noise.( dot number: w2hy tire size: p215/70r14 )

Original equipment on subaru, outback, 2000, p22560r16, wilderness at,3700 miles.front driver's side tire blewout ,tread came completely off while driving athighway speeds.driver was able to maintain control.firestone did replace tire.

While traveling at 50 mph andwithout any indication tire tread separated. Please provide further information.

Both tire defects appear as large bubbles in the tread of the tire. The first tire defect became apparent the first time that tire was mounted after having been used as the spare tire all of it's life, never having been mounted untill then. The bubble became apparent to me as a vibration and road slap noise.the most recent defect (different tire) appears as a bubble approximately 12" in length, approximately 3" wide along the inside tread surface.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Returning from a trip to al after having our yukon xl for approx. 2 weeks, we had a blowout at 4am. We heard a clunk and about 15 minutes later, the blowout occurred. The tread totally separated. We were not reimbursed for the tire and had to buy another one. Now that we know firestone has a problem with these tires, we would like to be able to turn these tires in to firestone and get a complete refund and then go buy another brand of tires. Firestone has said they will inspect the tires for free and if they see any problem with any tire, they would replace that tire with another firestone tire. I don't want to keep the firestone tires. Can you help?( dot number: tire size: p265/70r16 )

Tread separated from left, rear tire at highway speed without warning, lost control of vehicle as a result, went onto left shoulder of road, corrected to come back to left lane and explorer began to roll, rolled approximately two times before landing on right shoulder of road.( dot number: )

Tread separated from body of tire( dot number: vncu ipl 1 tire size: p255/70r16 )

I am very concerned that the vehicle maufacturer and the tire company have refused to correct this problem even though they have been aware of it since 1996. Ford continues to supply these tires. The purchaser has no choice in the make of tires that ford supplys on the car. It is my life and the lives of my loved ones they are playing with and i don't appreciate it at all.if these tires were on their cars, i am sure they would replace them immediately. Why must it take more deaths ,rollovers, accidents for some action to be taken on this matter.( dot number: tire size: p235r15 )

While traveling and without any indication tire had a blowout.please provide further information.

Noted hairline fissure circumferentially at exact level of tread separation depicted in cbs news report of aug. 8,2000.told by local firestone store manager this was "normal".offerred me a new set of tires at a discount.i believe this to be a safety defect which according to law requires free replacement.i have photos of defect.( dot number: ? tire size: p235/75r15 )

All four tires indicated tread separation @ 17" tires firestone said only 50% reduction. (tiresize: 17)( dot number: tire size: 17 )

Traveling with boat in tow, when the left rear tire suffered a tread separation, causing the vehicle to roll over, resulting in the ford explorer and the boat both being totaled.both occupants of the vehicle were injured.( dot number: vdhl1m0194 tire size: 235/75/r15 )

Firestone,wilderness/at, p26575r16 on this 1995 chevrolet, silverado; tread has separated at 50 miles, and anothertread separation at 2100 miles. These were after market tires. Firestone has been contacted.

I was driving home from work going south on california highway 71.the left front tire blew out.icame within18 inches of hitting the concrete divider that seperates the north and south bound lanes.when i got out of the vehicle to check the tire therewas no tread left. I could see only the steel belt all the way around the tire.( dot number: vdhl1py127 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Total failure of a firestone wilderness at sized 235/75/r15 with dot serial number 8xhl1ry1201 due to 1 inch sized rock through the tread, not the sidewall. The tire(s) have more than adequate tread on all 4 wheels and are on a 1998 chevrolet c1500 silverado pickup. The tires are all the same but the serial numbers are quite different. These tires were on the vehicle when the vehicle was purchase used from a mississippi ford dealership. When taken to a firestone dealer the service man stated that the tire is ruined and it not part of a recall which another tire store said it was. Is this a recalled tire and is there any recourse i can take. The firestone dealer stated he would have to put a different model of tire on the vehicle (they don't have those anymore) and that i really should replace all 4. I should not have to replace 4 tires for one that failed by a rock when these are supposed to be truck/suv/4wd tires.

Both of the previously specified 16-inch wilderness at rear tires on my explorer are cracking where the tread meets the sidewall. ( dot number: w2cu1px217 tire size: p25570r16 )

Driving south on i-40, south of kingman, az.speed was 70mph.(posted speed limit is 75mph)ride was unusally rough.vehicle began to shake and control was difficult.loud noises from the front left wheel section.i pulled over to the shoulder and examined the problem.tire retained air pressure.tire failed to retain tread.tread was retrieved from the interstate and is in my possession.both firestone and ford were sorry, however the tire(s) were not part of the recall.ford was tied by policy.firestone will pro-rate the tire.firestone is sending out "claim information" for damage done to vehicle.the good news is that no one was hurt.the bad part is that firestone has had prolonged strikes at a number of their production facilities. Thank you for your investigation(s).( dot number: w2hlipy377 tire size: p235/75r15 )

We were driving 75 mph when the left rear tire blew completely off the rim, also causing damage to the fender.we had less than 9000 miles on the vehicle.at the time, firestone said there was nothing they could do.we read the article about the problems with this tire, & feel compelled to report this occurance to you.we also would like to know if we are entitled to replacement tires from firestone?thank you.( dot number: tire size: r15 )

While driving on the highwaytread on the left rear tire on a 1997 ford explorer separated , causingvehicle to flip.pe00020.please give any further details.

Both front and driver side rear show signs of cracking where tread and sidewall meet. Tires have plenty of tread left.( dot number: vnhl1py348 tire size: p235/75r15 )

The sidewalls completely separated from the tread while operating the vehicle.no warning of any problem with the tires prior to the event.no prior damage to the tire.the tire came apart instantly.( dot number: w2hh tire size: p225 75r15 )

Upon coming off a road trip in my suv, i was at my sister's house and had parked my vehicle in the drive with the tires turned out.as i was coming out of her house i noticed that the inside tread/ belt on my tires was smooth, but with uneven wear on the tire. So i checked the other front tire and it had the same type of wear on it (inside tread). The back tires are beginning to show signs of wear in the same manner. I took my vehicle to the dealership from which i purchased my vehicle and told them that i felt that the second set of tires that the dealership put on my suv were defective also. The first set of tires were changed out, approximately one and a half years ago, because of being defective bridgestone tires (they were still under warranty,but the change was not noted in my service history report or on my carfax report).all other minor service work was noted in history/carfax reports, so why wasn't the change in tires noted also. The service manager told be it was normal wear, or a problem with the shocks, but because the vehicle had over 36,000 miles (out of warranty) he could not do anything, to take them to the firestone company (manufacturer), so i did.the man at the firestone company said that it was a maintenance problem,that i didn't rotate the tires (but i did/ service history report).so i took my suv to a reputable tire company. The technician said that it was thetires, they were cupping on the inside. My tires are firestone wilderness le (raised white letter) tires. My front end was checked by computerthey were off by -.2 on right & -.1 on left. Not off enough for the tires to wear as they did.the shocks are not bouncy.i cannot get any answers on the cause of my tires wearing in this manner.i feel that the tires are defective, but no one wants to take responsibility. So i would like to file a complaint.if i am wrong i will take responsibility for being so.

I had my tires inspectected the day the nhtsa issued a warning that included my tire model.upon inspection, it was discovered that the tread had begun to separate from the tire; the steel belts are protruding from the bottom of the sidewall.i had the tires replaced immediately, but later found that i would not be reimbursed because the tires were not manufactured in decatur, il.they were manufactured in quebec. (tiresize: 235/70/r16) (tiresize: 235/70/r16)( dot number: tire size: 235/70/r16 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:1998 ford explorer , original equipment/ dot# w2hl1py247/ p237/75r.with driver & one passenger, experienced rear right tire separation while traveling at 65 mph.problem causedvehicle to rollover several times. One severe injury, and one fatality reported.feel free to provide any further details.

Pe00020;original manufacturer's equipment on a ford, explorer, 1997, tire size p23575r15. While drivingtread separated ondriver's side/rear tire, causing damages to the fender. Please give any further details.

Right front tire blew out on the highway. The tire looked like it disintegrated where the tire tread met the sidewall.( dot number: )

On july 29, 2000 we had a blowout on the drivers side/back tire.it resembled an orange that had been peeled with the outer edge lodged in the bottom of the explorer. The inside of the tire was in shreds.we had purchased these tires in march of 2000 and they had less than 3000 miles on them.firestone and ford will not talk to me because they are p255 and not p235. We are lucky we were not killed on the interstate we were on. Could someone please help me.after a month no one will take my calls or tell me i am wasting my time when i come in person because we have 16 inch tires. Do we have to die too?( dot number: w2cu -vncu tire size: p255/70r16 )

Original equipment purchased on 2000, ford, expedition, tire size p26570r17. While driving 60 mph onhighway driver's rear tire tread separated,causing tire to blowout.please give any further details.

While driving vehicle it wanted to make a right turn i took thevehicle to a repair shop and was told it was a tireproblem took vehicle to tire shop and was told that the front tires had both seperated from the tread both tires had bubbles in them( dot number: w2cu1px455 tire size: p255/70r16 )

Firestone, wilderness/ht tires on this ford truck are original equipment,tires are cracking on this side along the tread and sidewall seam. Tire size p23575r16. Ford has been contacted.

Tire separated at 70mph.no previous damage to tire.have contacted car dealership, 1-800 ford number and local firestone dealership.they replaced tire for minimal charge by now we're very concerned and would like our tires replaced with different brand.not getting much help at this end.have been reading about many people with similar problem and wanted our incident counted.thanks---julie anderson.( dot number: )

My tire lost the tread on the highway as described by the recent news stories about the firestone tires.when i took it to a firestone dealer they were not recalling my tires because it was not manufactured by the decatur plant.i would like to submit that all of these tires are a safety hazard and all should be recalled. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe-00-020; tires on a 1996 ford explorer, tire size not available, anddot number not available.when driving 70 mphleft front tire disintegrated, tread came completely off, which could have caused a near accident. Please provide any further details.

Vehicle was involved in an accident due to defectivetires. Firestone, wilderness tires were wearing out from the inside.

Cracking by tread,upper sidewall and by rim. Local firestone dealer said that was what we're looking for. Said i had to wait about 2 mo. For bridgestone replacements. Bought goodyears and threw out the firestones. I do have some photos of the tires.( dot number: vncu1pl285 tire size: p255/70r16 )

On 4/28/00 i had my tires checked at firestone.replaced front two tires.mileage on vehicle was 56,405.back two tires had plenty of tread and did not need replacing.reason for replacing front tires was cupping on inside of front tires.on 7/12/00 the back left tire blew out on the interstate at 70 mph.car went off road and flipped three times...totalling vehicle.suffered broken ribs, concussion and other injuries.( dot number: tire size: p22575r15 )

New firestone wilderness tire on left rear blew out on fwy. Almost lost control of vehicle. Tire completely came apart. Firestone where i bought it, made me purchase another tire. They said i did not buy their protection plan.( dot number: )

The firestone wilderness tires on the vehicle are experiencing cracks around the tread. *mjs

I inspected my tires and discovered a distinct line of cracks on the sidewall where the tread meets the sidewall. This line of cracks encompasses an even radius around the circumference of the sidewall and does not change direction as it penetrates each block of tread. I have a "vn" identifier which i know is not recalled, however the pattern i see in my tires is suspect. I am concerned that these tires may need to be considered for recall also( dot number: tire size: 235r7515 )

Firestone, wilderness/ht, size p23575r16 are standard equipment on this ford, f150 1996.two front tires have separated, and one rear tire develpoed a bubble in the sidewall, also,full size spare developed a bubble in the sidewall. Firestone has been contacted.

While traveling noticed a loud noise.pulled over and tire was flat.noticed tread was separating. Please provide further informatiion.

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

Drivng at 65 mph the right passenger tire just peeled off ... Firestone wilderness p23570r16driving a ford f150 truck.

While traveling at 70 mph back end of vehicle was ridingrough tire tread was separated. Please provide further information.

While driving aprox, 20 mph my left rear tire all of a sudden blew out. I did not or had not run over anything in the road. I think the recall on the wilderness at tire sould include all tire of the make not just those out of the decatur, il plant. I do not feel safe driving and it seems that know one realy cares unless you have the tire with have the vd dot # on them. The most reports have come form that plant but it is the same tire wetherit came form il,or ga or where ever that tire is made. I am sure it would be appreciated by all who own these tire if u made it a total recall regardless of the plant the tire came from. I have 5 co-workers who have the same issue we all just purchased new cars which have these tires and we are all very concerend and upset because we could not get our tires changed.( dot number: vnhlipy097 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020,spare tire original equipment of the ford explorer 1994.spare tire was place ondriver's rear side which had about 10 miles onand spare tiretread separated, and caused damage to rear end ofvehicle. Other 4 tires had problems with the steel coming out of the tires.please provide further information.

All four tires are showing signs or tread sepration (dot# wzcu1px on all four tires, p255/70r16).nlm

While drivingleft rear tire tread separated and damaged the rear fender of the vehicle.firestone wilderness at ii tire. *la

I have a 2000 subaru which came equipped with firestone wilderness tires. Last week while driving 65 miles per hour one of the front tires completely blew apart.less than 12,000 miles on it. The tire was completely shredded. I safely stopped the car. I don't have a firestone dealer in my area so i contacted them by phone. They refused to replace the tire.i believe the tire was defective.( dot number: tire size: p225 60r16 )

The dealer knew my tires were chopping badly as written in the work order and only having 4837 miles did nothing. Currently i have 12,478 miles on the truck butcannot drive over 50 miles per hour. The truck vibrates severly. They say they are not in the tire business but offered to prorate and sell me new tires.they waited till my tires were out of warranty. I feel they were working with firestone tire.firestone tire also refused to do anything.i have to drive my truck and i cannot afford to buy new tires and i should not have too.it is very dangerous driving my truck like this but i have no choice, i have to drive it.the tires are severly chopping, small and large tread defects / gouges thruout. Tread areas are lifting up.they say to keep rotating the tires and it will wear them down. I have done that and it get's worse.now what?? thank you.,( dot number: tire size: p22570r14 )

I was driving southbound in the right lane of ih 35 in southern oklahoma at about the # 3 mile marker.we had left wichita, ks earlier that day and were enroute to our home in carrollton, tx.i had been noticing a shudder in the vehicle not unlike the one i felt prior to learning that another one of the tires having separated on a trip from corpus christi to san antonio earlier in the summer.the firestone dealer in s. A. Advised that you could not tell by looking at the tire on the vehicle that there was a problem.i paid an adjusted price for that tire and just purchased another new wilderness tire on 7/28/2000 both of which were mounted on the front of the vehicle.the two tires on the rear were originals. I heard a loud bang to my left and immediately felt the vehicle lurch into the left lane.i believe that only my police training in driving vehicles at high speeds enabled me to keep control of my vehicle.i was able to steer it to the right shoulder and due to the tire only separating and not losing air pressure was i able to limp into gainesville, tx to glen polk ford.i was told by them that they had never seen a vehicle with so much damage from a tire separation.i had to pay for another adjusted wilderness tire and we were on our way.i have since learned of several lawsuits against ford and firestone for fatal accidents resulting from tire separations of this same tire on explorer's and minivans.as a coincidence, when i went to get an estimate on the damage at a ford dealership in carrollton, one of the repair estimators showed me another explorer with wilderness tires in the auto body shop with extensive damage to the right rear due to a tire separation incident.the driver of that vehicle was lucky because they were towing a trailer with a porsche on it when the tire separated and an accident did not occur.( dot number: v0h11py527 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe# 0020; firestone, wilderness at p235/75r15 dot# w2hl.while driving approximately 65 mph front driver's side tire tread had separated from the tire.tire was purchased with the vehicle.the vehicle is a 1994 ford truck explorer.

Tire replace due to tread separation.( dot number: tire size: p/23575r15 )

I was driving on i-95 at approximately 80 miles an hour when i heard a 'popping' sound as if my tire was flat.the noise came from the driver side front.my truck (a 98 ford ranger) was pulled off the road and into the grass on the shoulder of the road.as soon as i heard the noise, i attempted to slow down by applying the brake and continued to do so as i moved onto the grass.unfortunately whether the grass was to wet, or for whatever reason, my truck did not slow down and i ran into a tree- renderring my truck undriveable.i later found out that the tread of my firestone p225 70r15 wilderness tires had peeled.there was still air filling the tire, but the tread had peeled off.

My right rear firestone tire blew out while i was driving the explorer, causing me to lose control of the vehicle.i skidded into the path of an oncomming car and was "t-boned" by that car on my drivers side.the tire was recorded as "defective" on the police accident report.all comments are from the police accident report.i have no memory of the accident.i suffered a concussion and was flown by lifeflight to the nearest trauma hospital. I am still trying to recover and regain my life.please recall these dangerous tires before they kill and injure more innocent people.( dot number: )

Firestone, wilderness/at tire,p25570r16 has developed cracks aroundwhole sidewall. Firestone has been contacted.

Re: jacksonville, fl fatalities. Both involving ford explorers with firestone wilderness tires.( dot number: tire size: 255sbr15 )

I was driving to an amusement park on sunday, 8/6/00 afternoon.i was the only adult in the vehicle.my oldest daughter, my younger brother, and my nephew were all in the back seat of the vehicle.i noticed the vehicle vibrating quite a lot as i increased my speed to 60 mph. My daughter even remarked at how badly the car was shaking.i slowed the speed to 55 mph.as i drove south on i-45 , towards the pierce st. Exit,in the inside lane, i heard a loud pop, and saw a black piece of rubber, and something shinyrip away from theleft, rear of my vehicle. Myvehicle began to go out of control, but i managed to steer it to the inside shoulder of the freeway.my sister who was following me stopped in front of me and got out of her car.we both took a look at what she told me was that my left, rear tire had come apart.sure enough, the rear, left tire tread had torncompletely away from the rest of the tire.after i contacted my husband, and managed to drive the vehicle off the freeway, we noticed that the tread had cut the hoses to the gas tank, exposing the main line to the gas tank.needless to say, we could no longer drive the car, and had to have a wrecker take the vehicle to local ford dealer in town.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire rubber separated from tire.vehicle proceeded to roll over injuring my wife and i.( dot number: )

Owner experienced 3 tread separations on tires.the tires are rotated, so that they were not on one specific tire. Dealer has replaced themwith the same type.

I have detailed documentation regarding the 8/7/99 accident involving the wilderness xt tire and now with the recent recall, having the second set of wilderness xt tires replaced at the scarsdale ford dealership, who confirmed that on both ocassions, my ford explorer contained said tires.all correspondenceand documentation was provided to ford motor company's office of the general counsel in dearnborn, mi, with no response, (including but not limited to receipts, police report and out of pocket expenses due to the delay in ford's response to my written and telephone inquires ($6,000), in addition to the cost of repairs which was covered under my auto insurance.i can and will provide all the corresponding documentation to obtain the appropriate renumeration.the ford scarsdale dealership has also maintained copies of my documenation which they are also ready to provide upon request.i made a call to your office and was advised that i would receive the form in the mail and that was almost a month ago, reason for which i sumbitting this electronic complaint form.please contact me with further instructions.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Tire failure occurred on open and clear roadway north of baltimore, md on i-895, a few miles beyond the harbor tunnel.i experienced a blowout of the rear driver side tire.i did not hit or run over anything on the roadway.the tire has a complete slice/shear from the top of the tread down to the rim, along the sidewall of the tire.( dot number: )

Tread seperation found prior to blow out( dot number: vdhl1py488 tire size: 235r15 )

Pe oo 020,tire tread separation:1999 ford explorer, original equipment/ p235/75r15/ dot# unavailable.tire experiencedair leakages.dealer unable to locate/repair. Air replaced. It wasneeded every two days.please provide any further details:

After starting my trip to north dakota, somewhere in georgia, my suv started to travel to the right as if the car was out of alignment.i drove to north dakota and then back.when i arrived back in jacksonville, on the 24th of july, i read an article in the paper about my tires.i tried to find out some information about having them replaced, but could not find any.i went to a tire dealer and had all four replaced.the right front tire had a six-inch opening and wear showing tread peeling off.the other 3 tires had a crack that went all the way around the tire where the tread meets the sidewall.as there has been no official word, that i can find, about how to be reimbursed for my having to replace the tires, i am patiently waiting for such information.i could have been killed or still sitting in some ditch in one of the more uninhabited areas that i drove through on my trip.this is outrageous!i checked my air pressure religiously as it makes for better tire wear and gas mileage.i can't imagine the number of those tires that were resold when turned in for new tires.thank you.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )

Tread face seperation.i have since traded the other three tires and purchased new tires.i was one of the people who had blow outs of the firestone tires in the 70's.this event concerned me enough to get the tires off the vehicle.i incurred a substantial cost to trade out seemingly new tires.i would like to know how a situation like mine can be included in a cliam on the recall to firestone?( dot number: tire size: lt265-17 )

We were driving back to az from pa on i-40 in ar when our front left tire disintegrated.there was no noise just the sudden violent shaking of the vehicle, fortunately we were able to keep control of the vehicle and get it to the median of the highway.when we got out the tread was completely gone and all that was left was the two side walls of the tire.we had only been driving a few hours that day and it wasn't that hot of a day, it had been raining and was getting ready to rain again.the tire pressure was ok just 1 week prior.i have heard about the recall of this type of tire and am concerned that even though my tires were not made in the effected illinois plant they are also defective.my tires say they were made in canada.( dot number: not listed tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020; while drivingtread onrear right tire separated.firestone wilderness tireson a ford truck f150,tire size is p23575r16 , and dot#vn081pu318.please give any further details.

After media publicity on the tire matter, i inspected tires on vehicle stated. All four tires have a separation between the tread and the sidewall around the entire circumference. The separation is both on the inside and outside sidewalls. I took the vehicle to the dealership where purchased, and they in turn sent me to the local firestone dealer. The manager of the store observed the separations and commented that he had never seen anything like it before.he said that i would have to wait for the recall notice from firestone. I am a resident of the state of illinois and we are among the last states to be considered for the recall (by year end 2001). Meanwhile, i feel that this is a safety issue that concerns my family that needs to be addressed sooner than 2001. I appreciate any help you can give on this concern.( dot number: ? tire size: p235/75r15 )

At highway speeds on two occasions there was tread separation.original equipment on a 97 explorer .please provide further details.

Pe00020; original equipment on 1997 f150, sizep2357041. , while driving 50 mph rear driver's tire blew out and tread separated, causing damages to rear fender which almost caused a crash.dealer had already paid for 2 tires.please provide further information.

Dt:the consumer stated the tread on driver's side tirecame off, but the tire stayed in act.the trim for the wheel well tore, and the exhaust was pinched , nearly closed. The tire was taken to firestone and they checked it.the mechanicstated it should not have happened.they were given the customer service number for firestone.firestonestate the tire had to be mailed to them to determine whether they will replace it. There was nearly a crash.this occurred on july 25, 2005.the consumer no longer owns this vehicle.

Tread separation noticed when inspected by certified technician during routine service.( dot number: w2uu tire size: p22570r15 )

After travelling approximately 120 miles on interstate 55 the tire casing came off.fortunately, i had slowed down to about 55 mph because i was in a metropolitan area and thinking of getting gas and going through a turn.i felt a shimmie, slowed down more before the rubber came off and control became difficult.i was able to pull over without incident.( dot number: )

Three of our tires were 069's, the fourth was a 169.all four tires were separating severly.you could put a dime in the separation on all four tires.two ford dealers said we had serious problem, but 16" not on recall list.huntington ford sent us to belle tire, who agreed we had serious problem.they called firestone, and over the phone they called it "weather checking" and gave us four new tires for only $79.we're not concerned about the money, but we are concerned about our safety, and everyone else who has bad tires.belle said it didn't look like "weather checking".i feel these tires should be on the recall list.we don't want to get any company in trouble, but we feel these are unsafe tires.we wouldn't have known what to look for except we seen it on gma on abc, and we had exactlly what we were supposed to look for to see if we had a problem with our tires. (dot number: vncu1px069tiresize: 255/70 r16)

When towing tralier with this tire/vehicle combination at speeds over 65 (in a 70 mph zone) mph the vehicle would begin to fishtail.the trailer and its load only weighed 1,400-1,500 pounds on each occasion with correct balance.the last time this vehicle towed a trailer with these tires the trailer went into an uncontrolable fishtail.this resulted in the vehicle ending in the median with the trailer breaking loose.after purchasing new dunlop tires and a new trailer the vehicle never had a problem with fishtailing.on a few occasions i towed an 18 foot boat at lower speeds and realized very quickly that there was no way it could pull its rated limit of 5,500 pounds (that boat combination was 2,200 pounds). I thinks the nhtsa shouls test this tire under towing conditions as well.these tires never peeled, but they were not given a chance as they were replaced at 10,000 miles.i have towed enough in my day to realize what is user error or equipment failure.these tires are not safe to tow with at least not on an explorer. ( dot number: tire size: 2357515 )

Sudden tread separation on firestone wilderness ht p215-65r15 tires factory installed as original equipment on 2000 nissan frontier xe 2wd drive vehicle. While driving on i-10 east at 75 mph from phoenix to tucson az, the treads on the front passenger side tire separated with no warning. The vehicle developed a slight wobble similar to that experienced when the wheels are not balanced properly and within minutes, the tread separated and came off completely. The flying shards of tread ripped the molding under the bumper partially off, damaged the right turn light mechanism and caused minor dents and paint work damage to the vehicle. Lost control of the vehicle for a brief instant but as there were no other vehicles in the immediate vicinity thankfully there was no serious damage or bodily injury. Completed trip on spare tire and immediately replaced all 4 tires on the vehicle. Tires had ~37000 miles on them and had plenty of tread left as the miles were mostly slow city miles.the damaged tire is available for inspection.

Detread caused loss of control, vehicle rolled 2-1/2 times. Severe roof crush.tire remained inflated after crash.( dot number: vdhl1py118 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe# 0020; firestone at tires, size p235/75r16.rear right tire's tread had separated while driving at approximately55 mph. Tires were the original tires purchased with the vehicle.a 1997, ford truck, explorer.

Original equipment on 98 explorer.while backing out front passenger's side tires tread separated from vehicle.

Received flat tire last week on my leased ford exp., ford sent me to the firstone store in lake forest, (my tire was blown from the inside out and seperated, the store said there was nothing wrong with the tires and sold me another one, and never checked the tires on my truck to see if they were good, then the announcement came out. I kept the old tire,please advise if i can get new ones, i travel alot at night through the desert with my small child, it scares me.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r1s )

Tires are cracking on tread skirt and sidewall splice with only 24400 miles on them with 10 being the tread wear and 13 being new..( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tread stripped off the tire, but the innertube remained intact..it still it full of air with no tread on it.the loose tread beat the underside of the wheel well, causing some visible damage.this is obviousely a tire problem and i think firestone should be held responsible.( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )

These have not been recalled but i do have a small slit starting just below the tire tread on the sidewall.i dont believe the tires to be safe.(i am not looking to do this for new tires, i want my family to be safe)please respond.( dot number: tire size: 265-75r15 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: left rear tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at highway speed of 78 mph; onlydriver in a 1991 ford, explorer; aftermarket equipment install at 85,000, p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Only rear end body damage received at approx$4,000.00. Feel free to provide any further details.

12/30/1999 - driver side, rear tire separated and blew out on i-40 near morganton, nc traveling west at 65 mph.my wife was fortunate to slow the vehicle down and get it onto the right hand shoulder before any further damage occurred.tire was replaced at martin family ford in morganton, nc on 12/30/1999.07/10/2000 - the passenger side, rear tire showed a noticeable tread separation for about 1 1/2 inches along the outside tire wall at tread depth.the tire was taken immediately to the firestone service center at 510 w. Market street in greensboro, nc and replaced. ( dot number: unknown tire size: 25570r16 )

Want this tire to become a recall, there has been 46 deathspathfinder lost the treadon her tires she in so far. There was a young lady yesterday in texas that her pathfinder lost the tire tread she is in the hospital. I do not want to end up like her or the 46 people who lost their life because someones stupity. Please make this happen . A national recall on these tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tread separated - tire is one of the recalled tires; tire went flat gradually which avoided a serious accident. Daughter was travelling with me and both she and i could have been killed or injured. I had tried to get replacement tires but was only put on the waiting list. Calls to ford after the incident did not get any action. Help!!!!!!!( dot number: tire size: 235r7515 )

We took the car to a firestone dealer and were told that the tires are not on recall -- just the ones with vd at the start of the number. However, there are cracks in the tires and the dealer saw them -- said we should replace them and he would adjust them. This was two weeks ago - he was out of the tires at the time and said he would call us within a week.we have heard nothing. We are very concerned for our safety, especially since the firestone dealer said the tires needed to be replaced. What we don't understand is why we would be expected to bear the expense (less his adjustment) for a new set when they are surely some of the defective tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

One of the tires in the vehicle is breaking apart.

1997 ford, explorer whiletraveling 70mph driver's side rear tire tread separated.vehicle went into a skid & lost control, doing 2 360's, and ending up down in an enbankment. Vehicle had 4,000 damages.passenger & child had minor injuries.tire size p235/75r15,dot #not available, andoriginal tireswith 60,000 miles. State trooper saidtires looked to be dry rotted.

Defects to our oem tires on our new expedition, similar to those described in the media.in mid0august, after only having our truck four months and with only 2500 miles on it, the front left side tire's belts began to separate from the tire.firestone replaced.four months later, rear right tire began to go flat after heating up, firestone took over a month of testing on the tire on the tire and refused to replace it even though we returned it four times due to these flats.finalyy, after a month of complaints, they reluctantly replaced the second tire.two defective tires in less than eight months of the vehicle being new and they reported no complaints about the tire.i notified firestone and ford of my concerns on 8/28/99 after the first defect and have all documentation.( dot number: tire size: 255-70-16 )

While traveling noticed vehicle riding rough. Consumer pulled vehicle over and noticed tire tread separated from rim. Please provide further information.

The tire failure occurred at low speed on a city street. It split across the full width of the tire completely through the tread. I contacted my local subaru dealer who directed me to a see a local tire manufacturer who tried to convince me that the tire.( dot number: 97h m+s ? tire size: p225/60r16 )

Consumer was travelingat70-75mph and left rear tire blewout while in fast lane. Consumer was able to get to theshoulder of the road. Tire blowout damaged brake light/ runnning board half pulled off, andfender over the wheel was bent. Vehicle was a 1998 ford explorer.tire size p235/75r15, and dot#vdhlipy457. These are the original tires with 36,000miles. Consumer will contact firestone & ford.

While driving about 65mphtread separated fromfront left side tire without tire deflating.no one has seen the vehicle as of yet. Tire is not part of recall.

My tires are peeling like the ones that i see on the news.( dot number: tire size: 235-70-16 )

I believe tire blew-out causing a 90 degree turn which then rolled over totaling the vehicle( dot number: )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:while traveling at highway speed of 55-60 mph in a 1996 ford explorer driver's side rear tire blew out,and causedvehicle to go out of control, and struck a tree. Dot# and tire size was not available at this time.tires were original equipment, and picture was taken, and will be send in. Feel free to provide any further details.

A very loud slapping noise started, i pulled off road and found that the entire tread had come off the rr tire, also severing the brake line and damaging the resin fender flare.after contacting firestone and sending them the tire carcass, they did in fact send a check for the cost of the tire and the damage it caused.shortly after that tire separation, for peace of mind, i purchased 3 wilderness at tires, to make all four "new.'' tires. However, with all the publicity that the firestonerecall of the wilderness tires, my wife refuses to ride in the vehicle.consequently, it sits in the garage.i want firestone to extend the recall to the 16 inch size, and re-imburse me for my expense.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/r16 )

While driving about 40 mph left rear firestone wilderness tire tread had separated.tires size was 265/7016, and had approxiimately 6000 miles.the tires were the originals whenvehicle was bought.

Pe 00020; all 4 tires have experienced cracking aroung the edges.they were firestone, wilderness at,size p235/75r15, and dot#w2hl. Tires were the originalspurchased withvehicle.vehicle was a ford truck, ranger,

Tread of tires came off new mazda pickup twice within two weeks on right front and left front tires.when asked if tires were defective at firestone dealership i was told the tires were not defective that they came apart due to my driving on them while flat.interesting to see now that i was right and they were wrong.i had seen flats before but never an entire tire come apart.( dot number: )

On two separate occasions the tread separated from my tire.this caused the suv to lose control and sustained body damage.the first occurance was 60 days ago, before i knew there was a problem.( dot number: )

I have been an owner of the ford explorer sport for approximately 13 months with the original firestone wilderness at tires.on 19 jun 00, i was driving home from work which is approximately 55 miles and driving 55 mph when i heard a pop and realized that my right rear tire had blown out.fortunately i was able to manage the vehicle out of traffic and on the shoulder of the road.when i pulled over, it was apparent that i did in fact have a blow out and not just merely had run over something.the portion of the tire that was damaged was the sidewalls has several tears from the rim to the tread.i managed to get the tire changed safely and immediately went to the sears automotive department in my home town and purchased another firestone wilderness at tire at $114.12 to ensure that i had a spare in case of another problem with these tires.i would like to have these tires replaced as the many thousands of other consumers, however firestone will not be the tire of choice.sincerely, ms. Jamie m. Martin. ( dot number: tire size: p235/70r15 )

Pe00020; tires were original equipment on a ford explorer 2000, tire size not available, and dot number not available, tires only had 10 thousand miles of wear on them, tires were 15 inches.problembelieved to be associated withtread separation.when driving at 70 mph, unsure if tread separated, consumer lost control ofvehicle for no apparent reason, vehicle rolled seven times, killing the driver.passenger's side occupant was not fully ejected,rear occupant was ejected.vehicle was a total loss. Please provide any further details.

The firestone wilderness p245/75r16 tire on the vehicle experienced blowout due to tread separation which caused damage to the vehicle, this particular size of tire was not included in the firestone recall.*mjs

Was having tires rotated when mechanic noticedcracks between the tread of all the tires, including the spare. Had contacted firestone manufacturer & was informed to take tires to nearest representative. Store representative indicated problem was normal wear & tear on the tires & refused to replace them.firestone, wilderness,p235/70r15 with 21,000 miles on them except for the spare. 1999, toyota tacoma.

Tires on a 97 explorer.while driving 60mphtread separated on the right rear, causingvehicle to rollover,totalling the vehicle.

Pe# 00020;right rear tire tread had separated fromtire. Consumer was driving approximately 35 mph on a gravel road. Tire was a firestone wilderness at, tires size was p255/70r16. Tire was purchased withvehicle. Vehicle is a ford truck, explorer, 2000.

Left rear tire exploded at about 30 mph.car had been started cold at 6:00pm and had been on the road at speeds of 30-50 mph for less than 10 minutes preceeding failure.no road hazard was noted.sidewall spit open from rim to tread in a very straight line.firestone claimed road hazard but replaced tire. I never saw, felt, or believed that any road hazard was encountered.this is the larger size tire on ford explorers and is not included in current recall.( dot number: cant find tire size: 255/70r16 )

Vehicle was parked & waswashing truck. Noticed tires looked bunched up. Ran hand over tires/noticed & felt a large bump sticking out.belts were coming out of side on all four tires. Took to firestone retailer to have tires replaced. Retailer refused to replaced tire due to tires not being recalled.1996 ford bronco. Wilderness at 31x1050r15 with 6,000 miles on it.

Consumer was traveling about 65mph in a mercury mountaineer 1997. The consumer will complete form when received.

One of the tires began to split near the top of the tire by the thread i had all of my tires replaced before they cause me an accident i had no help from firestone after i had tried to get them replaced at different firestone, stores around town, if firestone new about the defect as i think they did you should do something about it now im having problems getting my reinbursement from the tires i bought and i got a letter from firestone trying to put the blame of the accidents on ford or on the amount of air in the tire or that they might have been not properlyfixed after a flat and thats why there have been so many accidents involving there tire . (dot number: vdhl1px019tiresize: 235 75r15)

Pe-00020; original equipment purchased on a ford explorer 1997.while driving 70 mph tread separated from rear driver's side tire, tire remained inflated.also,tread caused damages torear fender. Please give any further details.

Firestone wilderness tires on a 2000 explorer.while driving 70mphrear right tire popped, andtread seperated.tire has been replaced by the dealer.

We currently reside in puerto rico.in the summer of 2000, we heard news reports of tread separation problems potentially related to a manufacturer's defect and warm climate.we determined that all of our tires on our 99 explorer were wilderness tires.only 1 was being recalled because of the place of mfg.we were putting off replacing the tire until the matter was investigated further.on july 10, 2000 while driving with my son to a football game we stopped for a soda and discovered one tire separating.because we already had 36,000 mi. On the car and because of additional safety concerns, we immediately replaced all four tires at the place ford recommended.they reimbursed us for the 1 tire recalled.now the other three have been recalled but they refuse to reimburse us (even though we have the original receipt) because it was prior to aug. 1, 2000.( dot number:)

00 t 005 000/tread separation: 1989 gmc suburban(aftermarket equipment installed at 28,595 miles/ dot# vdxfat8220/ p33x12.5/r16. Problemoccurred at 64,444, and experienced a right rear tread separation while traveling at highway at speed of 60-65 mhp,. Tread wrapped around rear axle, and caused rear end body damages.firestone notifieed. Please provide any further details.

In october 1999, a co-worker brought to my attention that steel threads were poking through the tread on the left front tire of my 1998 ford ranger, which only had 12,840 miles on it.i had purchased it brand new fourteen months earlier from capital ford.i brought the truck back to the dealership and asked how it was possible that my tires were wearing out.my front tires were very bad, the left one was so bad that the technicians at the dealership, carrie and joe, insisted that they put my spare tire on until i could return to have two new front tires.i inquired as to why the unusual wear was not brought to my attention two months earlier when i had an annual inpection done at the very same dealership, and was told that it was an oversight.carrie contacted peter duerksen, the service director, who authorized his department to pay for half the cost of replacement tires and an allignment, which was performed november 3, 1999.i found out that there was nothing wrong with the allignment.i maintain that the firestone wilderness ht is a substandard and unsafe tire and should be recalled.i have corresponded to capital ford and firestone with respect to this matter and have had no satisfaction.( dot number: )

Consumer has 1999 ford explorer.rear right tire blewout while on the highway at70mph.no damage orinjuries.tiresize 255/70r16, and dot#vdncu1x859 20,000. Consumer will contact firestone.

I am sending this form as i have had 2 wilderness tires peel apart while on the highway.i feel these tires are very unsafe, but, the cost of tires prohibit me from replacing.both times the tires ripped apart while my baby girl was in the car and we were lucky that our swerving did not cause a major accident.i have no doubt these tires are unsafe and need to be replaced by ford and firestone. ( dot number: )

One tire is peeling offtheir casing and has large cracks on it.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )

Reporting the steel belts was coming out of the tires after traveling 1000 miles in a 1998 ford explorer (original equipment; tire size & dot# unavailable). Please provide any further details.

The firestone wilderness tire separated on a trip my wife and children were taking to new orleans.the firestone dealer in new orleans stated that no adjustment would be made on the tire and at that time my wife purchased a new tire to replace the separated tire.subsequently there was a recall on firestone tires.we took the vehicle to a firestone dealer who stated that the wilderness tire on our auto were not the recalled tires with the exception of the one replacement tire purchased in new orleans.meaning of course that a firestone wilderness tire that separatedis not a part of the current recall.i am concerned about using the auto due to my uncertainty about the quality of tires and wonder if the problem is a design or manufacturingproblem ,that effects all wilderness tires and not only the tires manufactured at the il plant.thanks for your help.if you need additional information please contact me.( dot number: )

Firestone wilderness at, size p265r75/15; tires have just over a 1050 miles andsidewalls are cracking.

The contact owns a 1998 nissan frontier.the vehicle has firestone wilderness, size p215/65r15 tires.while driving approximately 65 mph, the contact heard a loud noise and the vehicle jolted.he pulled the vehicle off the road and noticed tread separation on the tires.he stated that the mud flap, support brackets, and gas line medal nozzle were missing.firestone was notified of the tread separation.the current mileage was 123,000 and failure mileage was 123,000. Updated 12/12/2007 updated 12/12/07

Tire failed while at highway speeds.tread separated from tire and was lost (couldn't see it at night).location was on interstate 15 just south of barstow california.temperature was approximately in the in low 50s.before the tire failue, i felt a vibration in the vehicle for a few miles, which gradually grew larger.suddenly the sound of the car changed drastically (as the tread separated, i presume) and i heard much road noise.at first i thought that the road had changed its surface from asphalt to something more noisy, like a "chip-sealed" road surface with oil and cinders, but then i heard more noise and a bit of sideways shaking, and i pulled over.i never felt the car pull sideways at all, or even slow down (but, the cruise control was on).when i pulled over, i had driven a good 1/4 mile or so on the failed tire.i don't know when it lost air pressure, but by the time i got off the road, i could see that there was no tread, and that the remaining surface of the tire had been sliced by the rim, as it rolled on the tire once pressure was lost.i never thought about this tire failure until the publicized reports of similar failures on similar sized tires of the same make and model.i suspect the issue with the p235 sized firestone tires may well apply to other sizes, such as my p225 tires.we are going to replace all of our remaining tires with new ones, and will hold on to the old ones, in case of a recall on that size.( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )

Consuemr has a bronco ii1988. Right front tire tread separated while being towed. They were aftermarket tires. Dot# not available. Tire size p205/75r15.

Tire separated, but, did not blowout, because i heard the noise and it started shimmying, so i slowed way down and made it to the tire store (15 miles).after i heard about this tire being in the recall, i took it to a firestone store in san antonio, tx, where they denied it being in the recall, and said there was nothing wrong with my other tires. (same tires, except other 3 are dot w2hl) i replaced them all anyway, since this vehicle is my 16 year old daughters primary vehicle, but i no longer allow her to drive it over 55mph.i believe this vehicle and tires were designed when the speed limits were lower, which is contributing to the tire failures.my question now is how can i get firestone to honor the recalled tire, and are my other 3 in the recall, yet?( dot number: vdhlipy147 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Firestone tires are not on the recall list, but have exstensive tread separation on all 4 tires. The dealership that inspected my tires in lue of the recall suggested i replace all 4 tires. My question is, can or will i be reinburst for the replacement of these particular tires. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Four inch gap in tire... Tread peeling off( dot number: 027537 tire size: p215/65r15 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: left rear tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at highway speed of 70 mph,only driver in a 1997 mercury, mountaineer, original equipment, p235/75r15, and dot# vnhl1py316. Firestone notified, and informed that tires were not cover under recall. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:a crack in the middle oftire, on driver's front firestone wildernesstire.tires came from a aftermarket firestone store: please provide dot # and tire size,and any other further details.

Without any warning the left rear tire completely shredded at 60mph on smooth flat dry clean asphalt highway.vehicle very difficult to control.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Consumer was traveling 60mph and left rear tire tread seperated & lost pressure immediately. No accident or injuries occurred. Ford dealer refused to warranty the tires. Original tires on vehicle.approximate6,000 miles, dot# vdcu1px259, and tire size p25570r16. Vehicle is a ford explorer 1999. Consumer will be contacting firestone.

Oem wilderness firestone tires wearing unevenly. Alignment, balance, pressure,etc all in check.the inner wall wears unevenly causing road noise, vibration. No tire failure, yet.spoke to discount tire reps. And they've seen it time and time again with these on tahoes. Once a different tire is replace on the rim, the uneven wearing stops.

Raised thread on front tires. Tires said to be bad from wheel alighnment.tires still have but bought replacements. Same tires bought & found 1 tire on truck w/vd code. Replaced for free. Should other tires i have be held for inspection. Please contact me reguarding this.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

While driving the firestone wilderness (235/7515) shredded. *mjs

While drivingduring hot weather condition at 60 mphrear passenger's tire suddenly blewout,sidewall tread was separated. Dealer was contacted.

While traveling without any indication tire tread separates . Please provide further information.

While driving at 65 mph belt separated, almost causing a loss of control. 30x950r15lt dot:vd66 this is the tire size, and plant code. Firestone has been contacted.

Pe00020, original equipment on 1999 explorer,there are hairline cracks on all of the tires which caused the belts to separate,resulting in tread separation.firestone replacedtire.please provide further information.

Consumer has a 99 ford ranger & the driver rear tire blewout.consumer was traveling 35mph.tire size p205/75r14, anddot# w2kcip2358.tire had 2 big gashes in them.consumer had a regular size spare tire of the same kind that blew.dealership told her it was no need to call firestone because her tire was not recall.

Firestone wilderness tires original equipment on 97 explorer.while driving 65-70mph left rear tread separated fromtire, causing vehicle vibration. Tire size p235/75r15 dot#.

Vehicle feels like it's pulling.sounds like it's going through tar.tires look low in pressure. Tire size p255/70r16.

While traveling 75-80 mphtire tread separated, causing damage to vehicle . Please provide further information.

When the voluntary recall was announced, i contacted an authorized center, was placed on a waiting list, and was told i should have replacement tires in three weeks.last weeked, four weeks later, i was informed that no progress had been made and it could possibly be 9 months before i received replacement tires.because of safety concerns, i had the five tires replaced with another manufacturer's tires yesterday.according to the recall notice, i am only eligible for $100 per tire reimbursement.unfortunately this amount does not cover the cost of my replacement tires.i do not believe the $100 per tire reimbursement is equitable because my out of pocket expense for the replacement tires is approximately $200.in viewing firestones website earlier today, i noticed under a customer satisfaction plan, consumers who replace other tires under a nhtsa consumer advisory are eligible for a $140 per tire reimbursment.given the fact that this additional amount would cover the out-of-pocket cost of my replacement tires, why is there disparity in the reimbursement amounts? (dot number: vdhl1py507tiresize: p235/75r15)

I felt a small bump that i later found out was a soup bone that i ran over right after leaving my townhouse.i proceeded to route 97 going to work.i was traveling at 65 mph when i heard a noise like a helicopter overhead and then the truck began to weave.i pulled over quickly and discovered my left rear tire totally off the rim and cut completely round the middle.after seeing the tire (which i still have) everyone has said i am lucky to be alive and i agree.i immediately went to my ford dealership and had the tire replaced and since the tires were due for rotation i had that done.i had no idea that this tire was causing problems for others as well. Melinda evans.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )

Just learned from the news media today that this might be a problem...was traveling along interstate 91 in vermont this may when the tire literally came apart.there was nothing left but the rim when i finally got the vehicle stopped.( dot number: )

Tire disintegrated, with tread separating from tire. Tire one year old. ( dot number: tire size: p235/t5r15 )

Tread separation on inside of tire - steel belt exposed. Observant motorist at gas station noted the problem.tires out of line although they are rotated every 6000 miles and had alignment at 20,691 miles.was at dealership on 11/3/00 at 33011 miles and no one noticed the problem.leased vehicle with end of contract 7/31/01.want out of contract now.seeing dealer on 12/11/00 to discuss and try to get satisfaction of tire replacements. (dot number: w2hl1py137tiresize: p235/75r15)

According to firestone tires not recalled, p235/75ri5 105s m/s,tread came completly off!tire stayed inflated.please look into more recalls on tires.i still have the tire.if you need a picture let me know.no injuries to my family but i still have the two rear tires.more lives could be lost.suggest wider recall and investigation.( dot number: tire size: p235/75ri5 )

Tread hasseparated on at least one tire.manufacturing location possibly m/s??. ( dot number: tire size: p265/75r16 )

While checking tires noticed tread separation. Tires were not under recall. Dealer will not replace them. Please provide further information.

Pe00020, aftermarket tire size p21570r15, and dot w2m3bcb189,rear passenger's tire tread separated which wrapped around rear axle, causing vehicle to go into a ditch.please provide further information.

Pe 00 020/ firestone wilderness tire tread separation: vehicle experiencedtwo difference blow outs, occurring at 48,000 miles on 19 jul 2000, and a tread separation occurring at 35,000 mile in apr 2000.while traveling at highway speed of 55-60 mph both tires came with the vehicle, dot # vdhl1py367/ p235/75r15. One blow out tire is available for analysis.both tires are original equipment that came with the ford explorer 1998.please feel free to provide any further information.

Pe00020, tire #2357515 original equipment on 1998 ford explorer, driving at highway speedsvehicle would wobble.also on june 1999,driver rear tire tread separated which may have caused a crash.in july 2000,passenger's rear tire tread came apart.please provide further information.

This tire was adjusted by firestone with a new wilderness at, the spare which was new was put on the ground to match the new tire. I was afraid of the other tires because they showed signs of separating also, a hairline crack appearing on the sidewall of the tire. So these tires were also replaced. Now after this news of defective tires, i inspected my tires and the original spare now shows signs of tread separation. So of five original tires, one had the tread separate, and the other four show signs of iminent failure. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75r15)

Firestone wilderness tires original equipment on a 98 explorer. While driving 60 mphrear driver's tire tread separated.tire size: p235/75r15.

Tire tread separated on non-recalled wilderness at; firestone dealer replaced all five tires. When asked if dealer would report failure of non-recalled tires, dealer responded "no." failure was evidenced by visible hairline crack below tread around tire.( dot number: not vd tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe-00-020-tires firestone tire size 309r1515. Three different incidents, two incidents involvedtread separating fromtires, it was onleft rear and right rear.problem caused a near accident when driviing at highway speed. Third incident involveda blowout in which the steel belts came completely through the tread, tires only had 25 thousand miles on them.tire was located on the left front.please provide any further details.

Sidewall blewoutwhere tread was put together. I asked the service dept. If they had any problems with that tire and was told no. I am a father of three and am very concerned. This size has yet to be added to the recall or advisery.( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

Pe00020, original equipment on 2001, subaru outback, tire size p22560r16. While 65 mph on a trip,driver's rear tire tread separated, which almost caused a crashwith only 164 miles on the tires.please provide further information.

Three of the firestone wilderness tires on the vehicle experienced failure, separation and air loss.*mjs

I cannot get through to firestone.i am on three waiting lists for replaced tires but am told new tires will not be available for 4 weeks.i plan to rent a car during that period and expect firestone/ford to pay for the cost of the rental.( dot number: )

My mechanic said at least two of the tires were showing signs of tread separation.firestone said to go to their dealer, who said he couldn't detemine that there was any tread separation signs.the firestone dealer also said that he's never seen such signs, because as soon as there's a problem, the tires fail.further, the firestone dealer stated that, if he were the customer, he would replace the tires.i've since replaced the tired with goodyear wranglers.firestone hasn't responded to my request for their claim process, only noting that there isn't a recall for the 16" tires.( dot number: wzcu tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tread separated from casing.tire went flat while parked.on re-inflation, bubble in tread appeared when air leak was blocked with finger.( dot number: tire size: 255/70r16 )

Tire tread separated. (tiresize: p215/75r15)

Tires have worn incorrectly after short periods of use. Described as 'cupping' by several different mechanics. Two sets of tires have proven the same results. This ulitmately results in excessive vibration at highway speeds.( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 )

While driving at 25 mph right rear firestone wilderness tire treadhad separated from tire. Tire was a firestone wildernes size p235/70r16 with approximately 800 miles.tires were the original tires when vehicle was bought.

The rubber peeled away from the tires.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Odi# 6141; front right and backside right treadsare coming apart from the tires.tires have not yet come off, but looks liketread is close to splitting. Tires size is p235/ 75r15,dot# urdm074593.tires were the originals whenvehicle was bought.vehicle is a 1997 ford truck explorer.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation:experiencing problem with vehicle vibration when taking off and 55 mph or more; notice tries middle tread are wearing excessively on a 1999 ford f150 (original equipment wildererness ht; dot# w208+; p235/70r16) please provide any further details:

Tire tread separated from tire.while on a vacation trip with my family at 70 mph a 3" by 16" of tire tread came off of my firestone wilderness htx tire.( dot number: tire size: 235/70r16 )

Firestone tires original equipment on a 98 explorer.tread separated fromleft rear tire.

A crack just below the tread all around the tire was detected by my car dealer while in for regular service.this tire not part of recall in that it was manufactured at quebec factory.( dot number: tire size: 235/75-15 )

Tire blew out losing its tread and shredded the whole thing.i hope it is recalled before another tragedy.( dot number: w2hy tire size: p215/70r14 )

Tire blew out, tire complete gone, tread separated.( dot number: )

All four tires exhibit cracking around the circumference of the tire at the tread / sidewall interface.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

Even though this size tire is not apart of the firestone recall, the tread came off in a similar fashion to the recalled tires and they had to be replaced. I feel firestones problems may be even more widespred than announced.( dot number: tire size: p215/70r14 )

I was treaveling on i-10 in baton rouge, la at about 65 miles per hour when my tire blew out.the tread was blown from the tire.there was no warning or excesive wear to this or any other tire.i still have the other three original tires, i'm filing this claim so something can be done to prevent serious injury.( dot number: tire size: p235/75/15 )

These tires were inspected by the firestone dealer and have cracking in all four tires in the tread shoulders.this is the same defect as the recalled tires--just a different size.the problem is not just with the 15" tires.these shopuld all be part of the recall.ford has not offered any help with this problem either.( dot number: tire size: p265/70r17 )

Right rear tire blewout.tread had separated from the tires. It was a firestone wilderness atx.right rear tire has separated on two different occasions.first tire was the original tire when the vehicle was bought. Second tire was a replacement of the first one with the same name brand and size issued by a tire vendor. Consumerwas driving about 65 mph when the 1st tire blewout, and at 40 mph when the 2nd tire blew out. Vehicle is a 1999 ford explorer.

Tread separated from right front tire, causing damage to fender well and emission control components.upon inspection of other tires, steel belting could be seen on two of the remaining tires even though there was at least 3/16 of tire tread on edge of tire.all tires were replaced.had this tire failed in heavy traffic, the consequences could have been severe.( dot number: w 208 ipt tire size: p235/70r16 )

Pe00020, p2357515 dot #vn, there are big cracks on the rear passenger tires at the tread andsidewall, which may indicate a tread separation. Please provide further information.

Recent firestone tire recall only covers 15" wilderness at tires. I had a tire loose pressure/flat at approximately 55 mph. The tires came on my newly purchased 1999 expedition. With only 3900 miles, the tire was destroyed, including the sidewall from slowing the vehicle to a stop after the flat. I did not inspect the tire, i was just told by the ford dealer that replaced it that they would inspect the tire and replace it if recommended. The only documentation i have regarding the replacement is a note by the dealer/service that there was a puncture to the sidewall. The sidewall puncture did not cause the flat. The sidewall damage was due to the tire failure at the high rate of speed. The ford dealer would not replace the tire under warranty with only 3900 miles. Now that the firestone recall is in force, 16 " tires are not included. Should they be? had i known about the problems, or the recall would have been in place, i would have inspected the tire, or even kept the tire for further inspection for my complaint. My family was on vacation when the tire failure occured, i check my tire pressure regulary and it was at the recommended manufactures specs (35psi). Should these tires be included in the recall? i am taking my family on another vacation in 5 weeks. We will be driving 4000-5000 miles on these tires. I will do my part by continuing to inspect and check tire pressure. Please keep firestone honest and if the 16" wilderness tires should be included, i would like to know before our family vacation.thanks for your investigation and all your efforts. Steve sandquist.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Consumer has a 1997 ford f150.right rear tires have tread coming off in lumps. Firestone told consumer to calldealer who will check into the problem & get back to him. Tire size p225/r16, and dot# unknown.

Tires have rips around every tread on all wheels.( dot number: none tire size: 255/70/r16 )

While travelling at 75 mph when tire tread ripped off. Dealer has been contacted.please provide further information.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: at12,000 milesright front experienced a blow out onsid wall at 55 mph, withdriver and three passengersin a 1999, ford, expedition; original equipment, tire size p265/70r17, dot#w2t6ire099. Firestone center notified, and infomed consumer that nothing would be done becausetire was not part ofrecall.tire available for anaylsis.please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Tires developed a "hop" "skitter" bounce, momentary loss of traction, whatever,"pushed" thru curves, or during avoidance manuvers. The situation was somewhat ameliorated by putting the cold inflation up to "max" not fords' recommends... The garage had the patent obfuscation ready, "it's the nature of the beast" and would do nothing. The tires were exchanged for another brand all-weather m+s tire, which was speed rated (sustained 130+) traction a, temperature a ... During the trade-out it was discovered; by the tire dealer, that a rim was defective. The point being the dealer; either made no attempt to really diagnose the problem, or his staff was incompetent. The new tires performed flawlessly, even in heavy rains at hi-speed. We would be willing to bet that the wilderness at and the firestone atx haveweak sidewalls that flex too much, esp' at the ford recommend psi' or lazy people running the tire underinflated at an even more dangerous level, generating tremendous heat and failures at hiway speeds, esp where the air gets very hot... There is also a "computer controlled" engine kill/shut down that manifested itself at the apex of 7 vehicle pass, on a 2-lane and almost got me killed: the dealer denied its' existence, failed to say it was there after a ford rep admitted it was there as part of compliance to meet cafe requirements(this could have already caused a lot accidents, and is fraud). Finally the last thing is; maybe minor, but a large number of control wires for the x-mission and x-fer case are exposed and can be ripped out travelling over "bush" or "scrub."potential fatal problems could arise... Thanks for listeningi( dot number: tire size: 245/75/16 )

Concerned about recent tire tread seperation at normal driving speeds. Coworker experienced failure of same tire installed on her vehicle. I am deeply concerned for my family and loved ones due to the recent disclosure of the tread safety problem and the replacement of tires in other countries.( dot number: w2hhawb tire size: p225/75r15 )

While driving 65mph a blowout occurred on the right rear and right fro. Owner had tires replaced. Vehicle is a ford expedition of 1999.

We no longer have the tires on our car. However, all four tires had the steel belts fall apart at one time. The rear right tire had a blowout while we were driving causing close to $11,000 in damage on our vehicle, $3,000 in personal expense for us and other expenses to our insurance company for property damage. The week before our trip in which the tires fell apart, we had our tires rotated, aleigned and checked. We always have our vehicles in top shape not only for a trip, but throughout the year as well. I would also like to mention that i did not know some of the information asked for on the form. I did my best. I am hoping that the investigation into the firestone tires would help to recover some of the expense we and our insurance company had to pay. Due to the accident, our rates have increased as well.( dot number: ? tire size: unknown )

Driving on i-75 in broward county, day, light rain, road had a sheen but no large standing puddles.section of highway we travel daily.vehicle abruptly hydroplaned and cocked 30-40 degrees to the right.i was looking down the lane of travel out the left window.i was able to recover control.had tire and suspension checked.tires had 50% tread remaining.replaced with michelin no further hydroplaning episodes.the loss of directional control was extremely abrupt and stopped at 30-40 degrees before i could react to countersteer.i have a type rating in airbus 300, 14 year navy pilot, 10 years as navy flight instructor and have driven in absymal florida wx all my life.the handling characteristics of this tire were poor. ( dot number: tire size: 255/70/16 )

My tires are not listed in the recall but i think they should be.i had a tire person check them and he said they are cracking and should be replaced as soon as possible. Firestone has not gone far enough in their recall, leaving lots of people like me on the road with unsafe tires and no help.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

About 9 months ago my wife was driving on a highway at about 65 miles per hour when two tires had the tread delamination, simultaneously (luckily the tires were both on th rear and no injuries resulted).recently i have noted controversy regarding the type of defect in these tires and believe that the simultaneous occurrence of delamination may be important.the day was hot and sunny and the tires were both at the same speed.i do not have details with me, but have the details available (including one dot number) if you are interested in additional information.dean rieger( dot number: )

At p235/70r15, original equipment on 1999, ford, explorer. Tread wearing excessive, had wheels aligned, no change.

Pe-00-020; original equipment on a ford explorer, 1998, tire size p23575r15, dot number not available , tires had less than 16 thousand miles on them. Prior to the recall announcement tires were inspected ,and noted that all 4 tires were developing cracks.started to indent, and tread had started to peel just below the area which touched the ground, 8 inches at the sidewall.spare tire was not replaced.please provide any further details.

After reading the reports in the newspaper about the ford explorers and the trouble with the firestone wilderness tires, it occurred to me that i may be experiencing some type of trouble. Every night on the way home from work, i hit a stretch of highway with a few small pot holes and cracks in it. When i hit the holes, the steering wheel wretches from my hands very hard and it feels like i am losing control of the vehicle. This also happens if i have to make a sharp turn at speeds over 60 mph. I contacting the car dealer and they where not very compassionate and said that it was not thier problem ( just what i want to hear ) . So, i want this on record in case i do have a problem with the tires and become a statistic. Please keep me posted on this investigation if pssible. Thank you. ( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

There were 4 of these tires on my vehicle. I took the vehicle to a firestone dealer who told me since they didn't have the letters vd , which indicated the factory name,on them they were fine. About l week latermy son was en route from charlotte to atlanta when one of these tires separated. He had to go to the expense of staying in a motel that night. The next morning he bought a goodyear tire and proceeded to atlanta. Luckily his life was spared. When he returned to charlotte on the following monday, he again talked with a firestone dealer and we called the hotline for assistance. We were again told there was nothing they could do since the tires had not been recalled. He did not feel safe driving around with the 3 others on the vehicle so he bought 3 more goodyear tires. We would like to be reimbursed for these tires. ( dot number: tire size: 105sm/s )

During december 1999 i had a firestone wilderness at tire begin to separate; therefore, i replaced the tire.on approximately april 16, 2000 i had another firestone wilderness at tire actually seperate while traveling on interstate 10 at approximately 70 miles per hour.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

There was no crash involved. The problem was noticed when we heard about the recall on the firestone tires (wilderness at) manufactured in decatur, il. Upon examining our tires, to see if they were the ones manufactured in decatur, it was observed that all the tires were splitting, on both inboard and outboard sides, where the sidewalls meet the tread. The splits went around the entire tire. It is my belief that there is a fault in the tire design itself, and not in just the tires manufactured at the decatur, illinois plant.( dot number: vnhl1py367 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I was driving on the freeway when i heard a loud "boom" on the rear of my truck. I had not hit anything. I pulled off the freeway and discovered my tire had blown out. Upon inspecting the tire, i noticed a 1 inch rupture in the center of tire between the treads. I'm lucky this rupture was not bigger. I have under 7000 miles on these tires and quite frankly i'm afraid to drive on them. I think the recall should be expanded to include these tires as well. Please let me know if there is anything else i can do. Thank you for your help.( dot number: tire size: 225/70/15 )

While drivingat about 60mp tread separated from tire. This has happened 3 times with the right front wheel. Owner drives a 97 ford f150.

After traveling on highway noticed tire treadseparated.dealer was contacted.please provide further information.

I've had three wilderness at tire failures.one resulted in blowout at interstate speed.the last two were caught in the tread bubble up stage by me before a blowout.( dot number: tire size: 235x15 r75 )

On february 27, 2000 my daughter and two friends were returning to our home in downers grove, illinois from iowa city, iowa where they were visiting my son and other daughter at college.while on eastbound interstate 88, at approximately mile marker 15, traveling about65 miles per hour, the right front tire suddenly exploded.pieces of the tire flew in all directions with some hitting both the windshield and side windows.the vehicle immediately fell onto the rim and jerked to the right, forcing the vehicle out of the left-hand lane, through the right-hand lane and onto the right shoulder before it could be stopped.we were extremely fortunate that no one was in the right hand lane or on the right hand shoulder and especially fortunate that the vehicle did not roll over.my daughter and her friends were very upset and shaken.after replacing the blown tire with the spare tire they continued their trip and arrived in downers grove.on february 28th i took several pictures of the damage to the vehicle and the remains of the tire and i would be happy to share them with you.on february 29th i went to the local firestone store where i strongly inquired about the safety of the tire and its history of blowouts.i was assured by the manager of the firestone store, ron degner, that there was no history of this problem and that my daughter probably ran over something on the highway.i paid firestone $472.78 for a new tire, reconditioned rim, and all the other work associated with replacing the tire.i then went to joe madden body shop, the ford dealer where i purchased the vehicle.i strongly inquired about the safety of the vehicle and the wilderness tires and any history of blowouts.i was assured by the body shop adjuster, bob schretter, that there was no history of this problem.i arranged for the appropriate repairs to my vehicle, and after two visits to the body shop paid a total of $331.94.i was reimbursed $265.09 from my insurance company.

The truck was totalled two weeks after i bought it, i had paid $2,600 down and traded a 96 nissan my ins. Only paid partial and i was left a foot; the tread was off just as the recent news report stated.( dot number: tire size: 16 )

My wife while driving to the mall experienced sudden separation of tire from the wheel, with wheel dragging on the ground; vehicle was towed to sunbury motors, sunbury, pa. They would not replace under waranty and neither would firestone at sunbury pa next to sunbury motors. Had to buy a new wheel and get the vehicle towed. I am here to tell you that the problem is more extensive than the decatur plant.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p23575 r15 )

Consumer had a 1998 mercury, mountaineer.while traveling at 65mph consumer lost control ofvehicle & slammed intocenter of a concretewall.original tires p235/75r15 were on the vehicle. Minor injuries. Tire tread separated without no warning. Sot # not available.

Rear passenger side tire tread had separated fromtire whilevehicle was moving approximately 45 mph. Subaru, outback, legacy withfirestone, wilderness, p225/60r16,had approximately 10000 miles, and was purchased withvehicle.

I have the wilderness at tires made in canada that were not recalled, but all 4 tires have a crack around the circumference right where the tread would separate. I showed them to a firestone dealer and he agreed to replace the tires. I wanted to report to someone that these tires were not in the recall but appear to have problems.( dot number: vnhl1py507 tire size: 235/75 r15 )

The rubber at the base of the front tires tread is cracking 360 degrees around the tire.the firestone dealer said they needed to come off the vehicle.once off, he said the tread was not separating so he could not give me an adjustment for the tires.i still replaced all five tires (the other three tires had less than 16000 miles) with new bridgestone tires and have the old tires in my garage.i could not see riding on the firestone tires and see if the tread began to separate.( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 )

Cracks are developing inside the tread on both front tires.tires maintained at30-35 psi.( dot number: tire size: p255 70r16 )

One high speed blow-out;and a second tire also separated( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Tread separation.had to replace all 4 tires!( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

These tires do not have a dot number beginning with a "vd"rather bm. I would like to bring to your attention-there are fine cracks around the complete circumfrance of the tire, both inside and outside approximately 1/2-inch down from the top of the tread on all four tires. ( dot number: bm 07459-3 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020; while driving 60 mphtread onleft rear tire completely separated from the sidewall, causingvehicle to flip over. Firestone wildernesstire size p22575r15.please provide dot number any further details.

While driving freeway speed, my rear left tire experienced tread separation causing me to lose control of my vehicle.it was noted that this tire was still completely inflated, only the tread was missing.a witness directly behind my vehicle watched the tread come off of my tire and hit her car.at the accident scene, a firefighter told me of the news special on cbs channel 2 news that aired july 25th.i broke my hand, broke a rib, and badly sprained my neck.i am now paying for a rental car.i am a single mother of three.i would like to be made aware of any updating information on the firestone tire investigation.i have lots of pictures of the tire, and i even have access to the tire (until they total my car - which may be soon)it is still inflated.it looks as if it was scalped.thank you! ( dot number: )

Firestone or ford should recall these tires. My tire blowout occured on a interstate junction (i-85n to i-77n, in charlotte, nc) at high speed (60mph) and sent my truck into ditch. I didn't think much at the time (since tires do blow out sometimes) but after the news reports that ford and firestone have known about the faulty tires for over 6-8 years, and only seem to care if fatatilities occur, i was very displeased and now want to file a comlaint to replace all 5 firestone wilderness tires on my truck. I plan to buy new tires and will wait for a recall of some sort to refund my money. Not to mention the fact that i walked away from the violent blowout and subsequent crash, others were not as lucky. Thank you, scott pagan.( dot number: )

For about 2 weeks my vehicle was pulling to the right and the ride got increasingly rough.my husband took the vehicle to a tire store and found that the tread was separating and there was a bubble in the tire.according to the mechanic, the tire was about to blow out.we purchased a replacement tire (a firestone atx) and left the other three original tires on.i've since seen reports on problems with firestone wilderness tires so i wanted to report this.( dot number: )

Two weeks after buying a new 99 ford/expedition tread was separating from two front tires. A month later,right rear tire had to be replaced.the tires were replaced prior to entire seperation or blowout due to consumer's awareness of lumpy feel of the tires. Consumerfeels that the tires need to be replaced again.tire size is 255/70r16. Odi# 6141.

Firestone wilderness atx tires original equipment on the19 97 ford , f150.while driving 15-20mph rear tires blewout, causing damage tovehicle.

Original equipment a 97 explorer.while driving 75mphdriver's rear tire tread separated, resulting in a collision which caused minor injuries.

Ford, ranger 2001, original tires, 225/70r15 on front, and23570/r15 ontwo rear there is a knocking infront end of vehicle when turning and putting vehicle into reverse.took to dealer, and they stated tire were getting baled to soon.please provide any further information.

Pe#00020; while driving approximately 70 mph rear passenger's side tire tread had separated. Tire was a wilderness ht, size p25575/r15.it was one of the original tires bought with a ford truck, explorer 1998.

Odi #6141;while driving down the highway consumer felt a "reall bad shutter".throught the weekvehicle was driving rough instead of a smooth car like ridedue toleft rear firestone wilderness tire tread splitting fromside tire.it was about 1 foot long split.please fill in with more tire information.

30842urbm09523-3 one tire split down the center of treads during driving (20,000 miles) others tires are beginning to split down the center of the treads. Currently 25,000 miles.ford inspected them, would not replace, still have to contact firestone.( dot number: 027476 tire size: p225/70r 1 )

Pe-00-020- original equipment on a 2000, chevrolet, 1500, tire size p23575r16, dot number not available, tires have 13 thousand miles on them.when drivingright rear tire tread separated.please provide any further details.

Traveling south on tx 130 near manor at 65 mph. Bright cool, sunny weather, dry road.right rear tire exploded.tread came off in one long strip, which thrashed the car. Was able to safely pull car off road, but damage to right rear panel, wheel well, and fuel filler estimated at between $1500 and $3000. The car had been vibrating at highway speeds for a while, but i suspected a suspension problem rather than a tire problem.now i notice all tires appear rotten on outside; they had not been holding air well for several months. Have replaced all 5 tires.car: 1999 nissan frontier pickup.tire:wilderness ht, p215/65r15 95s, dot #w2vf nna 129.tire was original equipment with truck, 42000 miles on it, tread wear minor.complaint filed with firestone, and tire sent to them at my expense.they refuse to accept any responsibility, and claim low inflation and age are the causes of the problem (not surprising since the tire needed inflating every week).they want me to pay to have tire sent back to me, but hell will freeze over before that or before i stop telling anybody willing to listen about the experience and firestone's response.

The left rear tire tread came off and damaged the brake system and rear panel. We were going approx. 50 miles per hr. The tire did not go flat but did catch on fire. The firestone dealer in alexander city, ala. Replaced the tire and repaired the brake system. Total cost $985.75. The cost to repair panel is $534.21. Firestone in kennasaw, ga. Replaced all four tires on aug. 5, 2000, at a cost to me of $100.00. I would like to receive reimbursement for all my costs related to the tire recall. I have all receipts if needed.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00-020 tires were equipped onthe 2000 ford ranger; front passenger's tire blewout inwhich the tread appeared to be coming off.please provide further information.

The firestone wilderness at tires were purchased in march of 2000.while on a trip the back drivers side tire blew.it was in shreds when we were finally able to stop.no one was injured and the firestone in springfield, mo replaced the tire after charging us $24 for mounting.that evening we saw on the news that this was not an isolated incident and feel like the dot should hear about every occurrence.we were lucky.thank you for your follow up on my original e-mail.( dot number: 109s m/s tire size: p255/70r16 )

Tire size p23575r16, original manufacturing equipment on a ford, expedition, 2000. 18,000 miles on tires.consumer noticed that when changing right rear tire a 6 inch split had developed weretread connects towall oftire.please give any further details.

Blisters have appeared between the tread and tire. This showed the steel belts. I am greatly concrned that my tires could have seperated while driving. Could your office please force firestone to publicly anounce the problem. I know from doing a intence review of the news that firestone has known of the problem in other countries, but still refuses to say so in usa. This is a significant danger to the public and must have imediate action to save lives. Please help in advising the public of the danger.*k( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Tread separated on the spare tire while inside the truck.

50,000, original equipment on ford f150 1997. Tires size p23570r16, anddotvn081pu067,consumer was driving at approximately 45 mph , went around a curve whendriver's front tire belt came loose , the center of tire had a big bulge and belt was completely gone.

Odi # 6141; while driving approximately 75 mphfront right tire split about 2 inches.tire was a firestone wilderness at, size p255/70r16, and approximately 30000mileage.vehicle was a 99 ford truck expedition.tire was one of the original tires purchased withvehicle.also, six weeks later right rear tire with same tire information had split.

Belt seperation and vibration in the tires dealer will not replace( dot number: vncu tire size: p25570r16 )

While tries were being checked by technician noticed bubbles and crackes on tire. Manufacturer has been notified.please provide further information.

Tire completely exploded and was in schreds. Was towing a race car on a trailer at normal speed at the time. Excellent driving by crew member averted accident. Car felt as if it had gone over a land mine. Two witness in my explorer and two witness in car directly following my car can verify the incident. The spare tire was mounted and the tire was replace with another wilderness at shortly after the tire failure. The incident was never reported to ford or firestone, but i feel should be added to the data base. It occured on a warm day in early may in massachusetts. I feel that the tire failures are more far reaching than currently reported since it happend on a tire that was not manufactured at the plant in question.( dot number: w2hl1py117 tire size: p235-75-15 )

I have the firestone wilderness at tires with the code vn made in canada. I took the car to firestone and they said the tires are safe, but, there is a hair line crack all aroubd the tires (all four) on the side near the top of the tread area. This looks like all the pictures of the tire seperation that have been in the newspapers and tv. Firestone said they are safe, but the crack does not look safe to me.( dot number: vn tire size: p235/75r15 )

Three tires are cracking at edge of tread. Firestone store checked them and said they are ok.why are they showing cracks around the tire ?? ( dot number: vnhlst381j tire size: p235/75r15 )

I have surface cracks going all the way around my tires on the side walls, where the tread meets the rest of the tire.i had my tires inspected at the firestone in duncanville tx and the manager said that they appeared to be surface cracks at this time, and although they appeared to be the same type of defect as those tires apart of the recall there was nothing he could do at this time unless more tires where added to the recall.i also contacted the firestone 800 number and was told the samething.i feel that the recall should be expanded to include all wilderness at tires, especially those showing defects such as mine.i am worried about my safety with these tires on my vehicle but i cannot afford to replace all 4 tires at this time nor should i be expected to if this is a defect that the manufacturer knows about but wants to isolate to one plant.please help me resolve this issue in a timely matter for my safe and well being.( dot number: vnhl 228 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Upon taking my ford explorer to firestone to see if my tires are in the recall, i was informed that my front tires were so badly worn on the inside edge that the steel belts could be seen.i took the truck to my local ford dealer, howard ford of west memphis, and they informed me that the caster and camber bushings were worn out and would have to be replaced.they also stated that this is a normal wear item.my problem with this statement is that i have regularly had ford service my explorer and rotate the tires from day one.the service technician asked me who has been servicing my explorer right off the bat.he said this as if whoever it was, should have noticed this.when i informed him that his service department was the only one to ever do anything to this vehicle, he changed the subject.after speaking with a service manager at a different ford dealership, it is my feeling that this poor design of the wheel assembly, and the inferior material used in these bushings could be just as much a cause in the tire problem as anything.my reasoning is this, i recently had my tires rotated and the ford dealer never mentioned any problem with the front end.now, less than 5,000 miles later, my tires are so worn that you can see the steel belts.istrongly urge nhtsa to research this matter and make ford to take there share of the blame for these accidents amd deaths.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tire came apart suddenly, and destroyed lr fender and damaged undercarriage.total repair cost $2400.( dot number: unknown tire size: p205/75r15 )

Tire became noisy and began to vibrate, inspected tires and found a 6" strip totally separated with much larger separation under the tread. Removed tire and took to firestone, they indicated this was an "ordinary" separation and subject only to their standard prorated warranty. I declined thier offer and will look elsewhere for tires. I am certainly concerned about this failure along with the potential failure of the other 3 firestone tires, i'm still riding on. Sincerely,bob mann.( dot number: w208 tire size: p23570r16 )

I was driving down i-94 when i felt something in the way the truck felt.then it felt alright for about 1/2 a mile, until the truck started moving side to side.when i pulled over most of the tire was gone, including the tread.( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )

Consumer had a 1997 ford explorer which was totalled.tire size p235/75r15, anddot#vdhl1py426.rear left tireblewout, slid of the road & rolled over 4 times, causingpassenger to have abroken neck & multiple fratures in the pelvic.driver had less seriousminor injuries.

Wilderness ht tiresize p23570r16 ,1. On back driver's side original tire that has 53,000 miles had developed abulging in the tread portion of the outside part of tire. 2. With27,000 miles on the front driver side original tire treading hascome off,and at 47,000 miles front passenger side original tire has developed cracks in 1st inside channel of the tread.

Tire tread completely separated from the casing of the tire without any warning.tires had been inspected and rotated just 1,000 miles earlier and no problems were found.the sudden lose of the tire tread and resulting loss of control caused the vehicle to spin and hit the center divider of the freeway.( dot number: unknown tire size: p225/70r15 )

The left rear tire tread separated which caused the tire to blow out. .....

Odi# 6141; while driving at approximately 70 mph right left front tire's tread had separated. Approximate mileage on tire was 50000 miles.tire was a firestone wilderness atx p235/70r15. Tire was one of the original tires of when vehicle was purchased.vehicle was a ford truck explorer 1999.

From 2front right tires tread came off. But, consumer was able to make it home, took vehicleto dealer,and they said there was nothing wrong with the tires.second time two weeks later, fromrear left tires treadcame off.consumer fishtaled/lost control/rolled over , and went down into an enbankment.

Consumer has a 1997 ford, ranger with original tire size p265/75r15.approximate mileage is32,000, dot#not available. Tire is starting to crack along the in & outside. Left front tire is the worst.

Pe-00-020; firestone wilderness at tires, original equipment for 1999 mountaineer, mercury, p23575r15anddot w2hl.left rear tire started to separte fromtread while driving at 70 mph, causing vehicle to sway. Consumer pulled over, and noticed the tire had failed. Consumer went to firestone, and it was replaced a day or two later.

While driving 55 mphleft rear tire tread has separated. An accident had occurred which caused 1 fatality, and driver to be fully paralyzed on the left side of his body, and temporary spasm.tire was a firestone wilderness, size p235/75r15.vehicle was bought with the tires.vehicle was a 1992 ford explorer bought used in 1995.vehicle is american made, but the accident occurred in mexico during a vacation visit.

Pe-00-020; firestone, wilderness ht, original equipment on a 1998 ford f150, tire size p23570r16, dot number not available,tires have 31 thousand miles on them . When driving 35 mph and upon turning around a corner, going down the mountainsright frontal tire face gave way which caused loss of all inflation. It could have caused an accident. Also, it was a very hot day.please provide any further details.

While driving consumers heard a loud noise and the vehicle began to ride rough, upon inspection consumers noticed that the tread peeled off the tire.

Pe 00020; original equipment on a ford ranger 1999.back driver's side tire blewout. Tread had started to separate.consumerstates there was a hole on top oftire.

My seventeen inch well cared for firestone wilderness at failed with a tread separation blowout...this is very dangerous..i still have the bad tire but have replaced the rest with new goodyears( dot number: tire size: seventeen )

Tire came apart at sidewall treadline.( dot number: w208 tire size: p235-70r16 )

First failure at 24000mi tire separated from beltsecond failure at 30000mi same as first( dot number: tire size: p255r7016 )

Had a tire failure exactly as described in recent (8/00) news reports - tread separated from otherwise well-maintained tire going 65mph on the freeway - was able to safely navigate to a stop.it was a firestone atx wilderness tire, standard equipment on the vehicle.contacted dealer with no success since no recall has been issued - went to bridgestone vendor and had inspection done - cracking at the tread line was found in all three other tires (excluding the one replaced 7/19/00).i use the vehicle for many long distance trips across the desert, with my 4yr old - felt forced to replace all four tires for safety sake at my own expense, as the dealer would do nothing since no recall has been issued yet.please notify me at the address herein if the nhtsa determines a recall on these tires is warranted, as i'd like to try to recoup some of my expenditure replacing these tires pre-recall. I believe these tires are seriously defective and dangerous, especially in high heat conditions such as the southwest. The manufacturers should be responsible for replacing this defective equipment, not the consumer.thank you for your consideration.(i didn't provide vin or tire number information as it is not readily available; if necessary i will do so..( dot number: tire size: standard )

1999 ford ranger, original equipment, tire size p245/75r15 & dot# unavailable. Experienced a blowout with two persons in vehicle. Incident occurred at 800 miles .no injuries reported. Please provide any further details.

Steel belt separatoin - bubble formation causing road instability - was in rear, had been in front i would not be typing this.( dot number: tire size: 9.5 x 30 )

A section of tire approximately 9" in length and approximately 2" wide came apart from the tire (the tread). Did not hit or drive over anything to cause the tread separation.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

While driving on highway the tread came off firestone wilderness at tire throwing vehicle into grassy medium where it immediatly started flipping.nlm

Pe-00-020 tires on a ford explorer 1994, tire size not available, anddot number not available.when driving 70 mphleft rear tire separated from the tread, damagingpanel and the body of the vehicle, and making it difficult to steer. Vehicle tires only have 23 thousands miles.please provide any further details.

Pe00020; tread is separating on all four tires, there is visual signs of cracks wheretread meetssidewall. Tire size is p23575r15. Tire not included in recall due to dot plant code which is vin.these are the original tires purchased on a madza b3000 1998.

The tire tread peeled off the tire.i have had blow outs before, but have never seen anything like this.firestone did not hesitate to replace it.they did so under their road hazard claim.the tread on the tire was excellent, was properly inflated and maintained.i did not hit any objects on the highway and firestone found no foreign objects inside the tire when they broke it down.i can't and won't wait for any settlements as tire safety is more important then the engine under the hood.iwill have these replaced but not withfirestone tires.can you offer me any advice as how to proceed?i have also reported this to toyota through their customer relations assistance line.thanks.( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )

Pe00020;tread on both rear tires separated.these are the original tires purchased on a 1997 ford f150. Tire size p23570r16 and, dot# w2081pt187.please give any further details.

I took it to ford on 8/15 and they said it was not part of recall (not from decatur).a couple weeks ago i notice craking around tires.took it to ford, they referred me to firestone.firestone said "yes, these needed replaced, but don't have any.will be about two weeks to get replacements"i am not part of recall so i can't get different brand and be reimbursed (which would prefer)( dot number: not vd tire size: p235/75r15 )

Both front tires have regular periodic raised tread portions, noticed increase in tire noise. Have never seen tire wear like this in 34 years of driving.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r14 )

I have had to replace 3 tires total. Approximately every 4 months one of the tires will have the belts split. ( dot number: tire size: 16 )

Firestone wilderness tires original equipment on a 2000 explorer.while driving at 70mphdriver's rear tire blew out .

Tire was inspected and noticed a crack all around the tire, no tire size and dot# unavailable. Please provide any further details on this matter.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: tires were inspected by a firestone center, and informed consumer that tires were showing signs of tread separation, and was not covered under recalls. Mounted on a 1998 ford, explorer: original equipment, p235/75r15, dot# vnhlipy3717. Please feel free to provide any further details.

I was involved in a fatal car accident.i was the driver heading west on the 202 freeway in phoenix arizona.i merged into the 10 freeway near 16th street when my rear passenger tire tread peeled off.this caused me to lose control of my ford explorer vehicle.with the lost of control the vehicle rolled about 4 to 5 times. Causing the death of my friend (passenger) and my yorkshire terrier dog rolled out and ran unable to be found. I was injured and was ambulanced to the hospital. I still have major effects from the trauma.( dot number: p235/75r15 tire size: p235/75r15 )

I would like to know when they are going to replace these tires before myself or someone else is going to die this is avery fearful when you are driving down a road and you don't even know if the tire tread is goning to fly off, and you and your love ones are dead. Please make a recall before someone else dies,it could be you. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Size: 31x10.50r15lt109q m/sright rear tire had a tread separation.the vehicle flipped and rolled.the drivers seatbelt failed and he was ejected. Five passangers were ejected.all injured with one fatality. I-10 eastbound 37 mile marker grant county new mexico.( dot number: vd60aw3527 tire size: 31x10.50r1 )

Tire separated going about 20 mph on a graded but unpaved road.temperature was about 102 degrees.the separation looked identical to media pictures of other tire separation problems.tire had approximately 20,000 on it.plenty of tread was left.( dot number: tire size: 235 75r15 )

While traveling at highway speed of 60-65 mph in a ford explorer 1997, on two different occasions, vehicle experienced tire tread separation. Once on the driver's front tire, and the othertimes, on the passenger's rear tire.tire size p255/70r16, and was the original equipment came with vehicle. Please provide any further details.

Line of cracks all the way around rim of tire where tread meets sidewall. Unsafe to drive.( dot number: vn08ipu126 tire size: p235 70r16 )

This tire had a foot long split in the middle of the tread exposing the steel belt. I did not strike nor abuse the tire in any manner to cause this. The tire dealership where i had this tire replaced also witnessed many other tires of the same type with i. ( dot number: w2fc tire size: p22570r14 )

Dt:the contact states there is a nhtsa recallcampaign 01t001000, concerning the tires:tread/belt.the vehicle had thesame problems asindicated in the recall.this caused the tire to blowout on the front passenger'sside.when he contacted the dealership, they claimedthe tire wasnot included due to the serial number.the tire has been replaced at consumer's expense.

Traveling south on i-84 in northern utah at 75 mph when tire tread instantly and completley separated from the tire.four of the five original equipment tire that are currently on the vehicle are from the w2 plant, so there is a high probability that the failed tire was also from w2.( dot number: w2 tire size: p235/75r15 )

While traveling noticed rear tire tread separated from vehicle. Please provide further information.

Original equipment on a 97 explorer.while driving 50mph t right rear tire tread separated, causing damage to the axle and finder. Front left tread has separatedalso.

Consumer had a 1998 ford ranger pickup. While traveling about 75mphit was totaled.rear right tire separated, causing vehicle to roll4-5 times. Consumer sustainedhead & bodily injuries. Original tires were unknown, tire size p235/70r16, and dot#vn081pu058. There was no satisfaction from firestone.

Please advise re: wilson nc wilderness at recall possibilty - per info available, that i have been able to obtain, wilson manufactured tires are even more likely than those from decatur to experience tread separation problems but as of yet do not appear to be recalled. Why not?i am driving on dot w2... Serial tires and would like to be added to any distribution lists on the ongoing investigation on a recall of all wilderness at tires and further statistical information on the wilson location.thank you. (dot number: w2tiresize: p235/75r15)

On july 10,2000 my family and i were traveling to the airport when our tire separated we were traveling east bound on i-80 approximately 3 miles from the gwb at the time we thought it very strange the way the tire had separated we felt very fortunate that we were able to pull off the roadway and no one was injured. Needless to say we missed our flight and had to take a different one. We were out of the country for a week and since the tire was under warranty we got another firestone wilderness at for 1/2 price little did we know that the safety of those very exact tires was in question, until we heard it on the news recently. Thought i should report it. Thank you. Sincerely, lisa j. Gallagher tires.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

No summary listed for abov evehicle.( dot number: )

I was driving on hwy 64 north from hampton va. To annandale va. I was in the middle lane when suddenly i heard two explosive sounds and immediately realized there had been a blowout. I immediately had to lock my arms to the steering wheel and slowly eased the car to the right shoulder. Upon getting out of the truck and viewingthe damage i realized that i was fortunate that i was uninjured. The blowout left two holes four inches in diameter. The blowout was at the point on the tire where the tread and the main body of the tire meet.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

Left rear blowout at 75mph. 10:30am 1m north casa grande, az rt. I10 overturn 1 1/2 times. Ford explorer xlt 2000 new at 416 miles. Totaled. Escaped thru rear gate. State farm insurance.( dot number: tire size: p235/75 r1 )

The tire developed severe tread displacement and disfigurement. Luckily, we noticed the vibration when it started and pulled off immediately. We had very little warning. It started all of a sudden. We were on the expressway, at 70 mph, with 5 people and a load of luggage. It was 98 degrees out at the time the tire failed. The tire was kept by the chevrolet dealer in fernandina beach. Fl. Their name is ron anderson chevrolet, 904-261-5776. David dubose in service has the tires. They replaced all 4 of the wilderness tires on the vehicle.( dot number: n/a tire size: p265/70r16 )

Pe 00-020,dot w2cu1px097,tire size p25570r16, used wilderness at , all 4 tires are cracking about 2 inches long and quarter inch wide ,outside of tread , allway aroundtire. Also, cable wire was coming out of tire. Consumer contactedford.but, dealer did not want to exchange tires.

Failed just like the recalled tires, but not covered by recall.traveling aprox 65mph and all tread came off tire.aprox 30,000 miles with plenty of tread left.the tire did not loose pressure and we were able to come to a safe stop.we feel the firestone problem may cover many more tires than covered in recall.are my tires safe??( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Consumer has a 1998 ford f150.consumer replaced firestonewilderness ht withwilderness at tire.tire size 255/70r16, and dot#not available. Vehicle started to shimmer, like it was out of alignment.tread just seperated. No damagesconsumer will be contacting firestone.

Tread separation problem as on the 15" sizes, tire did not blow, had correct tire pressure, firestone product liabilities section paid for the damage, but firestone would not reimburse me for new tires purchased as this size is not in recall.i feel they should as the same problem is evident in this size.( dot number: tire size: 735 70r 16 )

1996 ford explorer, (original equipment, dot# & tire size unavailable.vehicle experienced a tire tread separation while traveling at 35 mph.tire location also unknown. Firestone replaced tire.please provide any further details.

Pe00020; tire tread separation: wilderness ht, p23570r16. Tire was not purchased on the truck. While driving around 70 mph piece of the tread came offon front driver's side. Driver was able to controltruck. Tire never deflated. There was about 10,000 miles on the tire. Tire was on a 1997, ford, f150.

One of my 16 inch wilderness at tires is showing signs of tread separation. I don't feel safe driving on them and would not want them replaced with firestone tires if they were to be included in the recall. I don't feel safe driving on them and will relace them at my own expense as soon as possible before they fail, but i hope that you are investigating the safety of these 16 inch tires and will have firestone recall them. I would be happy with a pro-rated credit for the remaining tread life, but i would not want firestone tires, even if they were free.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/16 )

While driving on the freeway i heard a thump from under car in rear. Less than two minutes later i heard another thumping. I looked into my rear view mirror and saw something roll to shoulder of road, but didn't hit anything. I decided to pull off to the side of the freeway to investigate. On my investigation i notice a large chunk(size of a large orange)of the rear passenger side tire missing. All the tires appear to have a line of seperation yet plenty of tread left on them.( dot number: 027477 tire size: p235/75r15 )

Inner sidewall, continuous crack, approxim,ately one-tenth of thickness, located 1/4 inchdown from top of the tread. This condition is on four of the five firestone wilderness tires that were mounted on the vehicle at time of purchase. I was told to report this to your agency, after speaking with an operatorfrom the 1-800 number of firestone. (dot number: vnhltiresize: p235/75r15)

My husband and i bought a 2002 suburban from carmax less than 1 yr ago.we paid an extra $2500 for a bumper to bumper warranty on their "certified used car" program. I noticed that there are tiny rust spots on the hood.carmax said i need to approach chevy and there is nothing they can do.but that's not the worst of it: here i am 8 months owning the car and less than 8,000 miles put on it and i had to take the car in to a tire shop because one of the tires had a slow leak. When they inspected the tires they said take it back to carmax immediately - your tires are separating from the treads and it's very dangerous to drive as is.we took it back to carmax who then said it wasn't their problem, we had to take it to a firestone dealer.we went to the firestone dealer, who then said carmax should never have sold us a "certified used car" with the tires in this bad of shape - that they had "covered up the dry rot on the tires" and that it is unsafe.the whole reason why i bought this huge car (and it was expensive!) was so my three children would be safe.i want to take carmax to court, but don't know anything about my rights as a consumer.i tried calling channel 3 on my side out of sheer frustration (i had to take several hours off from work to get this runaround done to me) and channel 3 on your side referred me to your website.i am hoping you can help me!

While traveling at 70 mph noticed vehicle vibrating. Then, tire blewout. Please provide further informtion.

The tires have not failed but they all have 360 degree circumferential cracks on each tire where the tread meets the sidewall. To me this indicates a potential prelude to a tread separation. I feel that the firestone recall should not be limited to just illinois tires.( dot number: vn tire size: 235/75r15 )

We did not have accident, but with news about firestone wilderness tires we do no want to replace the bad tire with the same thing.we have ordered a different brand of new tires for the tahoe because we think they must be unsafe.is there any way that we can get an adjustment on the cost of the tires that we are removing?( dot number: w273 wmb tire size: p265/75r16 )

Ford, expedition equipped withwilderness/at tires, size p23570r17.outter tread area has cracked all the way around them. Fordand firestone have been contacted.

Pe00020; tire tread separation: tread on driver's side front tire is coming apart. The other tires are cracked very badly. Tire size p23575r15, and dot # w2hl. Original tire equipment. Tires will be replaced at owner's expense.

Son driving and tread came off in chunks from left rear firestone wilderness at tire.

I had one of the 16" firestone tires blow out at freeway speeds.the weather was warm, probably low 80's.the tire was on the back of the vehicle and i was able to maintain control.the tire was shredded.i did not look for tread separation since i did not know this was a problem.i have replaced the tires with another brand, so i do not have the exact tire information available.i was rather frustrated when this happened because the tires were only a year old.i was told by the ford dealer, in pocatello idaho where the blow occured, that blow outs were not covered by the warranty and that there was nothing to be gained by filing a complaint.at the time of the blow out, i would have filed this as a suspected defect if i had known how/where to report it.thank you for your efforts.mark( dot number: tire size: p235r70/16 )

These tires are original equipment ford explorer tires with 31,000 miles. These tires are not listed in the recall.these tires all show very obvious seperation cracking around the circumferance of the tire about 3/4" down from the flat of the tread.the cracks are on both the inside and outside sidewall.i have contacted the local firestone store, manager shane mcgrane, who agreed the tires did not look quite right, but refused to do anything saying that he is a independant dealer for firestone and since the tires are not listed as recall, firestone would not reimburse him.i then contacted the dick witham ford dealership, showed them the tires, service manager, brant walters, who looked at the tires, agreed they did not look quite right.witham ford decided they would do nothing, as the tires were not on the recall list.they suggested i contactfirestone. I called and talked with the iowa district firestone representative, harold lee, who was really too busy to talk to me.he refered me to his employee larry desalvo, 319-388-6017, who has refused to return my phone message calls.it does not take a genius to look at the tires and tell they have seperation cracks, not weather checking, and do not look right, however both ford and firestone are passing the buck.these tire i believe may also have a very serious safety problem. It is only a matter of time before the tread seperatesi am asking your help in resolving this matter.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: 1998 fore ranger, original equipment, tire sizep235/75r15, anddot# unavailable.experienced a tire blowout with two passengers and driver at highway speed of 70 mph.dealer/firestone notified , and refused to change tire, even under warranty. Feelfree to provide further details.

Tread separated from tire.tire was inflated to 32 psi.firestone did not mention any known problems with the tire, but they did give treadwear credit toward a new set of tires.( dot number: vdhl tire size: p23575r15 )

I am not certain if these tires have "failed".however, after inspection, i noticed some uneven tread wear and substantial cracking throughout the tread on each tire.following a report on npr advising consumers to replace the 16" firestones in question, i did so.i retained the receipt and the four tires replaced.i did not replace the spare since it has never been used.i would like to know if firestone may consider reimbursing consumers or recalling this particular tire type.thank you.( dot number: w263/wts tire size: p265/75r16 )

A blowout while traveling at 60 mph on a 1999 ford explorer , original equipment, dot# and tire size unavailable. Please provide further details.

Went to have oil changed and tires rotated for trip out of town and the mechanic showed me my tires stating the unsafety of them due to all 4 were showing cracking and "dry-rot" around the tire well and tread.he stated that a tire of this low mileage is not to do this and if driving the 4 hour drive we were about to imbark on with this heat he advised it was totally unsafe and we needed to replace the tires.we still have the tires and were prepared to show them to a firestone person and they stated that this was not the recall size although they were looking at other sizes.i could not consciously put my family in that danger waiting on a recall.i don't know anything about tires but i do know that it should not look like cracked rubber around all 4 tires.( dot number: tire size: 255/70/16 )

I'm filing this for my dad, who bought this truck new in 98.when he first got the truck, a large piece of tread came off and when he took it back to the dealer, they steered him toward firestone who said he must have hit something in the road to cause this to happen.he knows he didnt hit anything...besides why would it only hit one tire if he ran over something sharp enough to cut the tread, but that didnt stick in the tire? there is also a terrible roaring sound coming from the tires.after this recall started he took the truck over to firestone again and they rotated the tires, and said yes there was a large knot on one of the tires. When he took it in to be replaced, which they said they'd do free of charge, he was informed that the tires had been driven with the improper weights, out of balance and with the wrong inflation. Firestone are the ones who do all his maitenence!! so if they were wrong, firestone did it! please help me help my dad! i know these tires are not safe for him and my mom to be driving on!!( dot number: tire size: 14 )

Consumer has a 1989 ford, f250. Consumer was doing 60mph and vehiclevibrated.consumer stopped to look and noticed thattread was loosening on the tire. Conusmr was going to purchase another tire.

While driving 65 mphrear passenger side tire tread separated. As a result, the vehicle swerved. The consumer was able to maintain control. *eh

Consumer was traveling 75mph & had a double blowout of the rear tires. Tread blew off & caused vehicle to rollover once & come to a stop.consumer was not injured. Vehicle was a ford explorer 1997 which was totalled.consuemr did not have the tire size & dot# information.

While refueling i noticed 3-4 or more places on the tire where thumbnail size chunks of rubber have come off of the tread.been to 1 firestone retailer & 1 firestonemastercare tire & service center company owned store.no one will help.just keep getting run around & told to go to another store or call someone else.made a dozen or more phone calls & visited two places as previously mentioned & still no help.i've also called the 800 465-1904 number.they just refer me back to a local store that i've already been to.can you help?( dot number: w2vfnna178 tire size: p215/65r15 )

Consumer has a ford explorer 1999.rear right tire shredded while going 70mph.the rim was ruined.tire sizep235/75r15 & dot# vdhlipy458. Firestonewas contacted.

The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet suburban.the vehicle has firestone wilderness, size p26570r16 tires.while driving 65 mph, the contact heard a clicking sound coming from the front tires.he inspected the tires and noticed that the tread was separating.the tire shop stated that the tires were defective.as of july 25, 2007, the tires have not been replaced.the dot number was unknown.the current mileage was 31,163 and failure mileage was 30,000.

Right rear tire. Center treadof tier came completle apartjust like a retread. Made it to a firestonetire center.thank god it was a rear tire and not a front tire where all the wieght is.( dot number: w2uu1p0419 tire size: 222570r15 )

I amd concerened about the firestone wilderness tires on my ford explorer. There was an article in my newspaper today (8/4/00) about 21 deaths and 193 crashes with these tires involved. I have thes tires on my ford explorer and i sure don't want to have these tires fail. What's it going to take and how many more people are going to have to die before something is done? these tires need to be recalled! the atricle said ford was replacing these tires free in 6 other countries. Does that mean that they're not doing that in the u.s. That's outrageous and ridiculous. I called ford's customer service 800 number and they said i'd have to call firestone. I did and didn't get any satisfaction from them. Who can i call at ford to find out why we can't get them replaced here?( dot number: tire size: p235/75 r1 )

Firestone wildernesstires original equipment on a 98 explorer.while driving 45mph a loud popwas heard.consumer pulled over, and discovered that therear tire tread had separated.

The rear left tire blew out while i was travelling at 60 mph on i-95 between baltimore and wasington d.c.luckily i was in the left lane and only hit the guardrail instead of other vehicles.the tire completely shredded and wrapped around my axel.it was not due to a puncture.i had to get the entire driver side of my truck replaced.( dot number: )

On a clear open road, highway 15, our tire blew out.fortunately i was able to control the car.first we heard a loud noise, then smoke from the rear of car, then the car became very difficult to control.since the car was almost new we took the tire to gaudin ford in las vegas to complain about the tire.we were toldthat it had to be a road hazard and that we would need to buy a new tire, which we did.on our local news they have had several stories about the same tires blowing out the same way, but unfortuneatly for them, these people were killed.i think the tires are unsafe. ( dot number: )

Firestone tires made at plant other then decatur.our family is leaving on a 1200 mile trip in about two weeks.firestone originally checked tires and indicated to me that they are ok because they were made at their washington state plant and not the decatur plant and that they are not subject to the recall.i accepted there explanation but after several weeks of poor publicity on the part of ford and firestone i decided to have them checked by another dealer.the tires were pulled from the explorer and it was found that one tire(right front) indicated the tread was pulling way from the rest of the tire.all tires were properly inflated and rotated since the vehicle was purchased new in 1998.i replaced the tires with another brand that is acceptableto ford and paid for the tires myself.i have kept the tires and the one that was failing in clearly marked and highlighted.i took the tires to both my ford dealer and the local firestone dealer and was advised that there is nothing they can do to reimburse me because they are not being recalled.the cost was $482.for 4 tires.the technician that replaced the tires is experienced and has been in the tire businessfor 5-6 years.he indicated that in his opinion the tire met all the criteriea of those being recalled and that the possiblity of failure was very high particularly with the type of driving we would be doing(long distance, warm climate and high speeds).my concern is that firestone may have a design defect in the tire no matter in which plant it is made.i believe the investigation into this tire should be broadened to include all plants making the wilderness at.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Bridgestone, wilderness p225/60r16, dot unknown, original equipment on a 2000, subaru, outback with 27000 miles.while driving 68 mphpassenger's rear tire had tread separation. No accident, no injuries.

1/4 inch tread separation on the left front inner tire( dot number: tire size: 255/70/16 )

Pe # 00020 ; right rear tire tread had separated while driving approximately 70 mph.tire was a firestone wilderness ht, p225/70r15, and dot# w2uu. Approximate mileage on tire was 40000w/ plenty of tread wear left ontire. Vehicle was a 1997, ford ,explorer.tire was a part of the original equipment.

As i have a vehicle equipped with firestone wilderness at tires i am concerned that i might encounter a problem int he future.i understand that firestone is planning on announcing a "limited" recall to owners of the tires located in southern areas.my present driving habits are mainly travelling on the highway at speeds between 55 - 65 mph for extended periods of time.this along with what i consider a lower tire pressure stated by the manufacturer of 26 lbs, i beleive this can cause the tires to have more stress on the sidewalls while travelling and with highway speeds could possibly cause the heating& buldging of the tires causing more stress on the sidewalls.presently my vehiclehas only 7750 miles on the odemeter, i hope the nhtsa persues firestone in the recalling of all wilderness at tires in all regions of the country not just the "southern" parts.( dot number: )

While driving at 70 mph west on the sam houston tollway in houston, my vehicle began to vibrate and my left rear tire appeared to blow out.i lost control swerved left, then swerved right and hit the concrete barrier.the tread on the tire damagaed my left rear quarter panel and bumper, and the impact with the barrier damaged my right rear quarter panel and bumper.the tire stayed inflated, but the tread completely came off.( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )

Since i recently learned about firestone's tire problem i thought i would send this to you.in 1998 i was driving 70mph in my 1997 f-150 on an interstate and my right rear tire (firestone wilderness) blew out.since it was the rear tire, i still had steering ability so i did not wreck.i now buy goodyear!! ( dot number: tire size: 215-75-16 )

Tread separation caused vehicle roll over.thiswas second occurrence of tread separation, the first not causing roll over although speed was about 70mph(same brand tire) (right rear tire, damage of $883 to repair right rear quarter panel, 11/10/99)having no public notice of this problem, i continued to drive with the second firestone wilderness at and risk my life like a dumb fool.( dot number: )

Wilderness/at tires onmercury, moutainer, size p23575r15; sidewall tread was separated. Consumernoticed a crack. Firestone and ford has been contacted.

Pe00020, tire tread separation: while driving about 60 mph tread came off the front left tire.tire blew and dropped right down onto the wheel.tire was a wilderness le, p2757016. Original tire equipment on a 2000, suburban. Tire mileage was 9,600.incident was reported to firestone. Firestone was not willing to help. Please list dot # if possible.

After contacting 4 retailers i was told it would be spring before the tires could be replaced. The waiting list is over 247 customers. I have been told that i can purchase the tires myself and then get reimbursed in 6 to 8 weeks. This will probably take much longer and i will carry the interest on cedit for at leased 3 to 4 months. Also what kind of replacement can you get for $100.00 including mounting and balancing. Each company involved is blaming the other for the problem. What this amounts to is that the end user is getting the shaft. I believe firestone should be held accountable. I would never purchase one of their products. Maybe their future will prove to be as short lived as their customers rolling down our highways.( dot number: vd tire size: 235 )

The tire essentially blew out and went immediately flat, while traveling at 65 mph on the interstate. If it had been a front tire it probably would have caused an acident. The local firestone dealer said i ran over something that caused a puncture, but i know that wasn't the case, as there was a sizeable hole in the tread area of the tire and there were strands of radial reinforcing wire inside and outside of the tire. In light of the recent publicity on the subject, i thought it might be useful to pass along this information.( dot number: )

Pe00020- while driving 70 mph on the highway tread on the left rear tire separated, causing a collision in which one person was killed. These tire were purchased on a 1996 ford explorer.please give any further details.

The consumer was concerned that every year she has to replace theheat sensor. Last year she had to replace it before the vehicle could pass emissions because the check engine light came on.this year the same thing happened.the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the problem was the heat sensor.the consumer stated that she replaced the original tires due to the recall on the tires (defect number : 01x001000).the inside of the tread came apart. *tc

Driving on li expressway in right lane left rear tire totally fell apart at 50-55 miles per hour in traffic.i immediately pulled to right shoulder and found tire had totally fallen apart, the tread seperated from the sidewalls. The tire was in pieces. I went the next day to a tire dealer and purchased a new replacement of the same tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: vehicle tires on a 1998 ford, explorer; original equipment, tire size p235/75r15, dot# unavailable. Was inspected and informedof cracks around the sidewall where the tread meets. Firestone notified, and tire available for anaiysis. Please feel free to provide any further details.

While driving 70 mphtread onfront left tire separated. These tires were on a ford truck f250 , tire size p265r7516.please give any further details.

Treadseparating from tire . Taken to tire shop for inspection and replacement of tires. (dot number: w2c1pxtiresize: p25570r16)

Recalled firestone atx and wilderness tires. **nar** *njthe consumer was traveling at 70 mph when the left rear tire suffered a catastrophic tread belt separation. The vehicle became uncontrollable and subsequently rolled which caused a fatal head injury to a restrained 12 year old occupant.it was also stated that the spare tires were also defective and they too should be removed from vehicles.

Tread separated at speed; outside air temperature moderate, proper inflation on tires. Westway ford service had informed us of a tread separation when the vehicle was brought in for a power steering problem. The tire that failed was not one of the front steering tires, but mounted on the left rear. No tread separations were observed when discount tire subsequently replaced and the failed tire and inspected the other four. Additionally, firestone has no provision for reimbursement for the failed tire, as the replacement is not a "vd" dot serial number.( dot number: vdhl???? tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tire thread began to fall apart.( dot number: tire size: 235/75r15 )

While travelingnoticed vehicle was off blance . Consumer had vehicle serviced.tire tread was missing. Please provide further information .

Pe00020; tire size p21565r15, wilderness ht original equipment on2000 nissan frontier.tires have 17 thousands miles on them. When driving 65 mph consumer noted vibration within the front end. Vibration could be felt in the passenger's compartment, problem was believed to be linked totire problem. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.

On 09/14/00 i left my house and entered my vehicle, to run errands.upon pulling out of my driveway, i noticed that my tires were slipping.upon getting out of the car, i noticed i had a flat tire.i called a friend to change my tire.once the tire was off the vehicle, i began looking for the reason the tire went flat.my friend and i both soon realized that my tire was flat because the tread was beginning to separate from the tire.i still have the tire in my garage.thankfully, no one was hurt.i have contacted firestone, only to be told that my tires were not included in the recall.it appears to me that the same thing is happening to my tires that happened to the tires being recalled.i am now afraid to drive my car with these tires on it.being a full-time college student, i need to drive my car.i am not in a position to afford the extra cost of new tires even if i may be reimbursed sometime down the road.firestone will not help me.i'm hoping you can do something for me.thank you very much for your time. (dot number: w2hltiresize: p235/75r15)

When i went to change a tire that i have been nursing a slow leak on for a few weeks, i noticed that there was a nice smooth half circle in the covering about where i think the tire meets the tread.it appeared to me as the first sign of tread separation. (dot number: w2xow66140tiresize: p22560r169)

Consumer has 1999 ford expedition. Tire size p255/70r16 and dot # not available. The 1st time right rear tire split & rapped aroundemergency cable traveling 65mph. Back of the vehicle flew up in the air & came back down.2nd time tire seperation was on 25-mar-2000 at 45-50mph. Firestone is of no help to the consumer & wasn't acknowledging it to be a problem.

While drivingtread separated on the tiresoriginally purchased on a 1997 ford explorer. Tire size p23575r15, and dotw2.please give any further details.

Tires would slide slightly sometimes when i attempted to make a stop even at low speeds especially after a little rain. I asked the dealer (firestone) about this and they looked at the tires but told me that it probably was oil on the road. This happened several times at the same spot until i would only go 15 to 20 mph in that area on my way to work just in case the light changed and i would have to stop. I became uneasy whenever i had to stop. I complained to my husband also and even he said it was probably oil on the street. You know how no one listens to a woman, but i thought it was those tires all the time. The final time was on a rainy day, july 7, 1999, on my way to work on us hwy 78 east. I was traveling about 40 to 45 mph along with other traffic when i realized i had no control over the movement of my truck. It seemed to take on a life of its own. I tried to stop by slowly touching my brakes but nothing stopped the truck. Turning the steering wheel had no effect. The truck was heading across the median into on-coming traffic and i could not control anything. The driver of the truck that i hit told my husband that when he saw my truck coming at him it (my truck) was airborne. He was towing a 40 foot trailer loaded with equipment and my truck was wrecked everywhere but the driver's door. (i have pictures of the truck). The driver's airbag deployed and i had my seat belt on. My elbow or hand cracked the windshield. My right femur was fractured and my left knee suffered complete tears of the mcl and acl ligaments. When the accident was over my legs were on the passenger side of the vehicle and my head in the seat of the driver's side. I was alone in the truck on my way to work. No one else was injured. ( dot number: ?? tire size: 21575r15 )

Pe00020;tire sizep22570r15, dotw2, original equipment on a ford, explorer. Tires are cupping where tread meetssidewall.please give any further details.

For your information.my daughter, sharon marie bell, 19, died on october 25, 1999 at university of texas medical branch as a result of injuries sustained from an automibile accident on october 17, 1999.according to the galveston police report, in galveston texas, sharon's 1998 ford explorer slid off the road as the back right tire rapidly deflated.as a result, the vehicle then flipped and rolled several times.sharon was trapped in the vehicle and was revived by emergency personel after no pulse or respiration were observed.she was rushed to the hospital where she remained in a coma until life support was taken off.sharon was a sophmore marine biology major at texas a&m university at galveston, texas.i would like to know if the firestone tire deflated and caused the vehicle to skid, then flip, which resulted in her death.( dot number: tire size: 15 )

Vehicle 1996 ford explorer, original equipment;experienced a right rear tire separation, that caused loss of control, and ledvehicle to rollover several tims. Driver received severe injuries. Tire available for analysis. Dot# 20952ur809 & tire size p235/75r15. Feel free to provide any further details.

Pe00020 tire size p23575r15; while traveling from virgnia to flordia at about 70 mph,rear driver's tire tread separated which almost caused a crash.please provide further information.

Tires have 22,000 miles. Tires deteriorated over 11 month period.ford explorer 2000.tire size p25570r16,dot#vdcu1px(239)tires have been rotated to the point they can't be rotated anymore.firestoneisn't assisting the consumer for this to be a brand new tire.

Pe00-020; tires on a 1998 ford truck f150,size p2357r16.consumer noted that all fourtires were cracked and coming apart.also,a hole in one of the tires.tires have 26 thousands miles on the tires. Please provide any further details.

On may 9, 2000, had tire blowout while travelling. Tread on right rear tire separated from the rest of tire.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

The lower paxton police department suggested i report this problem - the officer thought we had a case of tire separation.the firestone dealer said it was not tread separation. The tire was not repairable. When the tire blew out, (my husband was driving), it pulled him over to the far edge of the other lane of traffic.fortunately, there was no oncoming traffic. Our ford dealer (maguires of hershey) told us it was not a ford problem, and sent us to a firestone dealer. (dot number: w2hl (457)tiresize: p235/75r15)

Center belt on tire separated from tire and complete side of tire blew out. For about 5 to 10 seconds before the blowout it sounded like i was hitting small road repair ridges and then the tire blew out. Firestone gave me 100% credit on tire, but with current news reports on this tires safety issues felt i needed to report the incident.( dot number: tire size: p265/70ri6 )

Vehicle was traveling at highway speed of 60 mph andright rear tire was making a flapping sound. Was able to pull over without an accident/other damages, also,has two tires available for inspection/analysis if needed. Please feel free to provide(dot # and tire size #) and any other further details.

Tires were original, 48,000 milles vehicle in virginia.tread seperated on one tire.i replaced 4 tires on july 28, 2000 just before the major recall.( dot number: vnhi tire size: p235/75r15 )

Original equipment, 14,000 miles mounted on a mercury, mounteneer 2000.tread separation while consumer was traveling at 70 mph . Contacted ford, and ford said it was not their problem.

Tread separated while driving on interstate. Tire held air pressure. Wife (lori) was able to control vehicle and pull over safely. Blackwall was facing out( dot number: w2hl 1py tire size: p235/75r15 )

Pe00020; original equipment on a ford explorer 1993.while driving at about 60 mphleft front tire separtated,tread came partially off.

Steel belt popped through the treads causing the tire to rapidly deflate after stopping the vehicle.according to the firestone dealer the other original tires have at least 10-15 thousand miles left on the treds.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 )

I did not know of the problems that firestone tires were having at the time of this incident.i believe that it is relevant to the current problems and wanted to go on record at this point. No safety defect listed. ( dot number: )

A hole blew out on the outside of the tire. I was doing about 70 mph (the speed limit in missouri) when the front tire blew out. When i got stopped and looked at the tire the tread was pealed off and shredded. But it looks like the tire blew a hole right out the side by the tread.

Consumerwas traveling 60-65mph in a toyota tacoma 1990. Right rear tire separated on the outsidesidewall.tire size p265/75r15, and dot# w29vawi399.original tires were still on the vehicle.

While traveling at 55 mph consumer noticed a blowout without any inidcation. Please provide further information.

I bought my ford explorer new, in april 1998.by august of 1998 i had had 4 flat tires, 3 of which were the original tires.i had a flat on the way to florida and one on the way home (blowout).after the 1st flat i went to my local ford dealer and he told me tires were under a separate warranty.i went back to him after the 3rd flat and he ask me what i was running over.i replied that i was running over the same thing everyone else was-the road.after the 4th flat he agreed to buy me only 2 new tires.i can't tell you the mental anguish and stress i felt everytime i put my family in that vehicle.i now have 3 of the recalled tires on my car, and again the anguish and stress because i'm driving around on these tires while i'm on a waiting list for replacement tires.i'm disappointed in ford and firestone, to say the least, because profit is more important than human lives.all i can say is the lord was watching over us on all of those flats.we were "luckier" than others.( dot number: vdhlipy tire size: p235/75r15 )

Suspect damage related to recall.tire made in canada.cracks in valleys of tread.small cracks around sidewall - all tires similar.reported to firestone 3 weeks ago and they indicated oxidation then showed me 4 other tires that did not have similar cracks, explaining this was normal.8/26 firestone dealer (columbia, md) agreed to replace, but had to order.( dot number: tire size: 255r16 )

Tire failed on garden state parkway @65 mph, vehicle veered wildly but was brought to stop without crashing. Temperatures were mid to upper 80's, on a clear dry surface. New tire of same make purchased at gw tire, cookstown rd, cookstown, nj. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r16 )

While driving about 50-55mph there was a loud bang due totread separation from tire on the right front.dlr replaced tire.

Firestone wilderness atx original tires purchasedon a 1996 ford explorer. On three occasions while driving 60 mph tread separated;twice on the two right tires, and once onleft rear tire.tire size 23575r15.please give any further details.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: experienced a problem with the 2000 ford ranger, original equipment,dot#w2uu1p0n49, andtire size p225/75/r15. Having no speedwhile traveling at highway speed of 45-50 mph. Pulled vehicle over, and noticed an inner splitting of tread. Dealer notifed , and informed consumer to contacted firestone. Please provide any further details.

Firestone, wilderness, tire size p22570r14, replacement tires for a ford, ranger 1996; tires have less than 10 thousand miles on them, dot number w2fc1p4. When driving at 60 mphfrontal driver's side tire tread separated fromsidewall. Please provide any further details.

Consumer purchased a set of tires 3 years ago for his toyota truck, and now after 35,000 miles he is having problems with them separating .these tires are not on recall so the manufacturer will not help him. Whiledriving felt as though he was getting a flat tire, he went to the dealer and after examination of the tires he found out that the tires had separated from the belts inside.firestone,wilderness 30x950 r 15 lp which was suppose to go from 50-60,000 miles. These tires did not come on the vehicle, but were purchased later.

While driving the truck started to make a strange noise coming from the front.i pulled over got out of the vehicle and check the front.what i found was that half the top surface of the tire was gone showing bare metal.the tire still had air in it.this same tire was in excellent condition that same day.( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )

Three of these firestone wilderness/at tires,p235/75r15 are starting to separate alongtread seam. Firestone has been contacted.

One of four identical tires installed at factory bubbled and started to separate, at which time i replaced all four. I kept the wilderness at's in my shed because they are not on the list of recalled tires, but obviously are defective and dangerous. They were installed on a mercury mountaineer, and are a passenger tire, not a truck tire, which concerns me. I took the car to the mercury dealer and firestone dealer, but they refused to address any problem, simply stating that my tires are not part of the national recall.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Tread separation caused rollover on the freeway. ( dot number: )

After the tire failed for no apparent reason, the vehicle rolled 2.75 times and spun 180, sending myself and my 20 day old baby to the hospital.the accident occurred in a coastal town, not in a warm climate.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )

P22575r15, dodge, laredo, 1987. All the rubber came off passenger's side rear tire at 30 mph.consumer lost control.

Both rear wheels have experienced blowouts on the tires. One tire blewout during high speeds of 60mph, and the second blewout at speed of 20mph.tires have been replaced with same type.

The tire tread came apart and caused us to have a blowout on the freeway.we paid to have the tire replaced at a firestone dealer because the gm dealer told us it was a defective tire.the firestone dealer confirmed that there was no indication that we had run over any road hazards to cause the tire to come apart.we are trying to get gm to replace the tires with another brand since this is a brand new car.in light of recent news reports about these firestone tires, we are not comfortable driving with our family on these tires.we feel fortunate that we were able to get to the side of the road without having an accident and we don't want it to happen again.( dot number: tire size: p265\70ri6 )

We have noticed that the tread has begun to crack off of the right front tire of my 4-runner.when the tires were initially purchased eighteen months ago, two (right rear and left front) were deemed defective by the tire store after i complained that the ride was considerably rougher than should be, and those two were replaced days after purchased.( dot number: tire size: 225/75/r15 )

Tire was knocking, took suv in to firestone dealer, they told me the tread had separated.(it had not yet departed the tire). (dot number: w2hlipy157tiresize: p235/75r15)

While driving at 70mph, the right rear tire tread disintegrated and flew off into the desert taking along a piece of our bumper and side panel trim. We were returning from our vacation and the car was loaded down with luggage, a cooler, etc.we felt that this extra weight helped shift the center of gravity, keeping us from loosing complete control.( dot number: tire size: e235/75r15 )

Pe00-020; aftermarket firestone wilderness at tires with 3,000 miles, p23575r16; 3 out of 4 tires havefailed and experienced tread separation . About 3-4 minutes prior to incident consumer felt a slight vibration. Please provide further information.

Blwout at 60 mph on busy freeway rr tire. Damaged rear portion of the suv. Tire completelyseparated from tread and would have been a major wreckbut for the skill of the driver and gods grace. Horrible experience for thedriver(my grandaughter). I replaced these tires at the local firestone dealer but am now terrified to drive this vehicle. I can't afford 4 new "safe"tires, where do i go from here? ( dot number: )

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: left front tire was notice with tread separation; firestone notified and replace tire at a pro rated; tire was on a 1997 ford f150 (original equipment; dot# unavailable; p235/70r16). Please feel free to provide any further details:

On both incidents, the treadseparated from the tire..in the second incident the tread pealed at 75mph, slapped the right rear fender off the truck and broke the back tail light.( dot number: tire size: p235 75r15 )

Consumer has a fordexplorer 2000. The left rear tire unrivaled right down to the rim at 40mph.no damage to the vehicle.manufacture was contacted & consumer was told to contact firestone.the tire size p255/70r16. & dot#vncu1px160.

Pe00020;while driving tread on the right rear tire separated.entire sidewall completely separated. These tirewere the original tires purchased on a ford ranger 2000.please provide tire size, and dot number and any other details.

1999 ford explorer shakes. Vheicle has been into repair shop 3-4 times for the same problem.one of the tires was replaced. Tire size p235/75r15, and dot# not available. Ford has never corrected the problem.

After reading some info on the recent firestone tire problems i had the same failure a couple of years ago.i did not have an accident just some minor damage from the tire slapping the rear bumper and wheel well.i just wanted to let you know about the incident.just last month i bought another explorer with the same tires.i guess i have to get them replaced.( dot number: )

The tread peeled off the tire while we were traveling from charleston, sc to savannah, ga on interstate 95 doing 70 mph.what saved our lives was that the tire stayed inflated through out the whole ordeal.there is no dot from the tire but pictures are available.( dot number: n/a tire size: 235/75r15 )

A part of the tread came off of the tire while driving on the highway in tennessee. I can put my hand between the tread and the inner tire.( dot number: vn08ipu046 tire size: p235/70 16 )

On 07-07-00 while traveling south on i-81 in virginia, the right rear tire suddenly blew out.after changing the tire, inspection of the flat tire revealed that the tire tread had seperated from the tire. ( dot number: w2hh4wa tire size: p225/75r15 )

Accident with injuries.some tread separation on front tires.( dot number: )

Inflation pressures consistently maintained at 3000 mile intervals.tread separation from wilderness at tires caused blowouts in four incidents.two incidents in 1999 and two incidents in 2000.all incidents occurred at 40-60 mph or shortly after decelerating from such speeds.replacement tires purchased from firestone dealer.defective tires replaced/discarded by dealer so actual id info and "evidence" is no longer available for defective tires.dealers and manufacturer cannot know site of manufacture since defective tires have been discarded.manufacturer cannot prove or disprove that these tires were manufactured in suspect plant in illinois.( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 )

Pe00-020, original equipment on 1998 explorer. While driving at 30 mph driver rear tire blewout, and there was a crack in the tread about 6 inch long which came apart.please provide further information.

While driving on i-35 going about 70 mph the tread on the left rear tire of our explorer separated.this caused the explorer go to into a 540 degree spin.while spinning the explorer stuck a car in the adjacent lane twice, once with the front and once with the back of the explorer.this caused about $6000 of damage of the explorer.( dot number: vdhlipy347 tire size: p23575r151 )

I traveled to houston fron north carolina.on my way back my passenger side rear tire fell apart on i-610.lucky for me, i was just getting on i-610 from an on ramp.i was able to safely pull all the way over to the right .i found that my tire had just torn apart on me.i called ford extended service and they had a tow truck come in and replace the tire with my spare.once in nc, i repaced all my tires for fear of a reoccurance of the problem in my other tires.unfortunately for me, i replaced the tires with the same name brand and type. I did not know that the tires were under investigation or i would have bought another brand.i estimated the $300.00 damage on the lost tire, the questionable condition of the mag rim, and the lost rim cover.i think that it is criminal that ford and firestone have known about this problem for years and not informed their customers.i hope nhtsa does everything in their power to correct this.i will continue to pursue this with both firestone and ford.( dot number: tire size: p235/70r16 )

Cracking at tread layer very apparent.firestone letter says "the first indication that [separation in the tread area] is occurring could be a bulge in the tread area and/or a thumping noise."this is exactly what is occurring in the right-front tire.the tires lives should not be over, there is still plenty of tread left.( dot number: vnhl1py277 tire size: p235/75r15 )

While driving about 60 mph the vehicle started vibrating in an uncontrolable way. Then, whiledrivingonroadtire exploded due totreadseparation.

Pe00020; tire tread separation:tire on the rear passenger's side is showing sign of tread separation. There is a split in the tire about an inch and a half long. Tire size p235r75q5, dot # vn, original tire equipment on a 2000, mercury, mountaineer. About 10,500 miles on the tire.please provide any further information.

Tires are cracking where the tread is fastened to the shoulder(side wall). The tires have about 40,00 miles on them. Failures have been verified by a local firestone dealer.so far both ford and firestone deny problems with wilderness at tires not made at the decatur il plant. This complaint should help prove that the problem is more widespread than indicated by both companies.( dot number: vnhl tire size: p235/75r15 )

The tread came off of my rear left tire when i was eastbound on i-10.the tread wrapped around my axle and i lost control of the vehicle.the car spun 180 degrees and finally came to a halt in the highway median.( dot number: )

All (4) tires have cracks in tread. Firestone dealer inspected, said to keep eye on them, but not part of recall.don't feel good about driving since smaller size part of recall.all sizes should be part of this recall, same design, manufacturing, rubber compound.( dot number: )

The left front 16 inch fs wilderness at was defective from purchase. No-one will listen. Firestone claims ford did not balance the front tires, will only whine about ford. Tried to sell me a $109 warranty on the tires. Ford is worse, will only state i must deal with firestone. I've now talked to a firestone owned store, firestone, the dealer and ford. No help. Since the 16 inch tire is not in the recall, i'm sol. The 16's are just as bad as the 15's. I'm 99% certain none of these tires are adaquate to light truck usage. I just went to tn, saw popped 16 inch wilderness at 16's all the way out and back.( dot number: tire size: p255 r7016 )

While driving at 55-65 mph front driver's side tire had tread separation. Consumer had an accident due to tires blowing out. 265/75r16, original equipment, ford, f350, 2001, 15000 miles.

Had the first tire inspected for a nail, screw, any foreign object to identify why a v-shaped whole occurred in my tire that the steel cable was cut and showing.when my right front tire blew out in may 2000, i also had it inspected to identify why my sidewall of my tire blew out so suddenly.again, there was no nail or foreign object in the tire.( dot number: tire size: p225/75r15 )

Belt was shifted and replaced with 4 goodrich tires i don't believe recall is isolated to p235 tire, i have a report from a firestone dealer confirming my story.( dot number: w29v19k426 tire size: p265/r15 )

Tire blow out at 65 mph. There was nothing hit in the roadway - nothing visible on new road with no potholes and no noise of striking an object. Just the sudden and complete loss of tire pressure. Upon inspection there was huge hunks of the tire tread completely torn away from the tire and a hole approximately one foot by three inches wide.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )

Pe#00020; firestone,wilderness ht p255/70r15.right rear tire's tread had separated.vehicle was moving at approximately 55 mph.tire was taken to firestone dealer, and dealer refused replacement, and denied responsibility. Tire wasoriginal tire purchased withvehicle.vehicle is a ford truck, ranger 1999.

Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: while traveling in a 1996 ford explorer, original equipment at highway speed of 65 mph left rear tire experienced a blowout and tread separation.no injuries reported, tires size and dot# unavailable. Please provide any further details.

After the car sat all day we took a evening drive to a neighboring town. We were on a 4 lane highway traveling the posted speed of 65mph, very unexpectdly the right rear tire blew out that nearly caused a rollover situation. After we regained control of the vechicle and pulled to the shoulder of the road we were very suprised that the rear tire had blown out. The damage was located along the sidewall of the tire just above the tread line. There is a hole approximatley 1" across and 2 1/2" in lenghth, the rest of the tire appears to be undamaged.( dot number: 027598 tire size: p255/70/16 )

Pre-drive inspection of tire indicated many cords showing through where tread had disintegrated around both edges of tire. Middle of tire tread appeared normal as did other remaining original tire on opposite side of vehicle. Believed to have happened rather suddenly since tires are cleaned and inspected regularly. Also believe tire would have failed while driving had the condition not been noticed. Approximate tire life remaining on other original tire is 5,000 to 10,000 miles.( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Traveling at 65mph when right side rear tire sidewall blewout causing the vehicle to swerve. Managed to slow down and proceeded to stop on the shoulder of the highway. Sidewall completely disentegrated. Tread still intact. Local firestone retailer ruled out road hazard and confirmed sidewall failure, suggested pro rating tire for replacement but later advised against replacement due to the damage sustained to the vehicle as a result of the blowout. Refered me to firestone technical services for damage claim.y (dot number: vnw81x0510tiresize: 265/75r/16)

No summary( dot number: 109s tire size: p255/70r16 )

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

I was driving on highway at 55mph when heard slight thumping noise, followed by huge noise, when i realized my right rear tire blew out. The ford explorer remained very straight and i pulled over. The tire was shredded into pieces. At the time i thought it was a strange blow out because it didn't seem instantanous. I also thought it was strange because the tires were in good shape. Always rotated, etc.. Since the tires had 42,000 miles i replaced all four tires. Unfortunately with the same brand!! it wasn't until i heard about the tires on the news that i realized why it happened. I wonder how many others there are that never even reported a problem.( dot number: tire size: p235-75/15 )

I have been to three tire dealers.one a firestone dealer, two tire dealers, and my ford dealer.the ford dealer and the two non firestone dealershave told me these tires are dry rotted andseperating from the caseing with a lot of cracking on the sidewalls.all four tires are visiblely in the same condition as described. Both these dealers and ford have told me these tires should be replaced.i just got off the phone with a patty in firestones consumer affairs office (800)367-3872 after waiting 20 to 30 minutes to talk with.after explaining my problem to her she said she could do nothing as these tires were not recalled or at present being recalled. She said i could possibly have the tires replaced on a prorated basis at my expense.i am totally discusted with the attitude of firestone, both at a dealer level and patty at the consumer affairs office.you people at ntsa need to get on the stick and get to the bottom of these 16" firestone tires.something needs to be done immediately. Before someone get seriously hurt. (dot number: w20co1px20tiresize: 255/70r16s)

The very first time i went to use the spare tire on this 97 explorer the winch failed and had to be replaced. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )

Need to secure custody of vehicle left in texas - please contact us( dot number: )

Premature treadwear. All four tires replaced. Tires maintained and rotated per manufacturer recommendation.( dot number: tire size: 23570r16 )

I recently saw a newsclip on t.v. About a set of tires thatwere worn like my tires.i was just wondering if you have had any complaints on this size tire, and if firestone was going to be recalling these tires in the future?( dot number: w29v tire size: 265/75/r15 )

No summary( dot number: tire size: p215/65/15 )

3 weeks after having my vehicle inspected by the state of texas and 4 weeks after inspection by ford dealership the tread was off my two front tires.luckily this was caught before it killed someone.i replaced the tires with more wilderness tires thought the firestone dealership had no explanation for the instantanious tread loss. Ford was also notified at the time.after it came to light on the tire problems i got with ford who says it's firestones problem. Firestone says it's my problem. I feel the 16 inch wilderness should be recalled before more are killed. Please do what you can !!! (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number:tire size: p255/70r16 )

No summary( dot number: vdht tire size: 235r75x15 )

No summary (dot number: w2xow66tiresize: p225/60r16)

Why did the nhtsa only expand thier investigation to include 16" firestone tires.i have 17" tires on my vehicle and think they should be looked at also, and possibly included in any future recalls of firestone tires.( dot number: tire size: p265/75 17 )

While driving on the freeway doing 65 mph passanger side rear tire fell off due to lug bolts breaking. Vehicle almost rolled, but was brought under control before that hapened. Spoke with dealership and they are not willing to help and said it was not under warranty. Ford motor has also ben contacted and they are not willing to help either. (tiresize: 16 inch)

Rims are not round they are oval shaped,premature of wearing tires,causing severe vibration contacted dealer but not wanting to replace them!!!!!!( dot number: vdhl tire size: p23575/r15 )

While exit parking, hit on curb with low mph. Tire failed at close to rim created a 1/2 inch slit. The initial hit point is more towards the frontwheel is not demaged but have black mark next to the tire rupture. Hitting curb seems common among drivers, but i never heard of anyone having something like this. Therefore, i think that this is a quality problem.( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/r15? )

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