Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
TIRES - TREAD/BELT
01X001000FORD MOTOR COMPANY X1300000006/04/2001MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY05/22/200105/22/2001
Defect SummaryThis is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. equipment description: ford is replacing all firestone wilderness at 15, 16, and 17 inch tires mounted on ford trucks and suvs. ford reports tread separation can occur due to a combination of the sensitivity of the tire design to stress, aging, and manufacturing differences between plants. ford is replacing these tires to prevent possible premature tire failure. vehicle description: the vehicles listed below may have been originally equipped with firestone wilderness at tires or may have had wilderness at tires installed during the firestone recall launched in august 2000. certain 1991 throught 2002 ford explorer certain 2001 throught 2002 explorer sport, and sport trac certain 1997 through 2002 mercury mountaineer certain 1991 through 2001 ranger certain 1999 through 2001 expedition certain 1991 through 1994, and 1997 model year f-series certain 1991 through 1994 bronco note: both original equipment and replacement tires are affected.
Consequence SummaryShould the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Corrective SummaryThe replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on march 31, 2002. however, customers can contact ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.ford.com for possible assistance.
Notes

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
TIRES
1579404/01/2002637511Some 4x2 vehicles equipped with p275/60/r17 continental-general tires may exhibit a highway speed tire vibration. *tt12/02/2002
1572703/01/2002636371Some 4x2 vehicles equipped with p275/60/r17 continental general tires may exhibit a highway speed tire vibration. *tt11/07/2002
01B7710/01/2001628153Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt03/05/2002
1457101/01/2001617960Some vehicles equipped with continental / general p275 / 60r17 tires may exhibit a tire vibration. *tt04/02/2001

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
TIRES
03/25/201150000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition equipped with good year tracker2 tires, size: p265-70-r17 (serial number: 48570555000). the contact stated that all four tires would constantly lose air, causing the tires to becomes flat without warning. the tires were replacement tires. the vehicle was taken to a tire shop where two tires were replaced, however the failure also occurred with the replacement tires. the tire failure mileage was 11,000 and the vehicle failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 165,713.
03/25/201150000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition equipped with good year tracker2 tires, size: p265-70-r17 (serial number: 48570555000). the contact stated that all four tires would constantly lose air, causing the tires to becomes flat without warning. the tires were replacement tires. the vehicle was taken to a tire shop where two tires were replaced, however the failure also occurred with the replacement tires. the tire failure mileage was 11,000 and the vehicle failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 165,713. kmj
02/28/2011156859
 Drive a 2000 ford expedition with yokohama geolander h/t s p265/70r17 and had blowout of one tire on the inside sidewall. extended over 15 inches and wast close to the rim as evidenced in most blowouts. the car was parked for about 2 hours after a tire rotation when it ruptured abruptly. reulted in a tear of about 12 inches and then ended in an extension to the tread.
02/26/20101
 Unit 1 was traveling eastbound on the ohio turnpike in the right lane at mile post 138. #1 while slowing its speed claims the right rear tire blew out, causing loss of control, the driver struck a concrete divider.*cw letter updated 03/18/10 *bf ohio traffic crash report # 10-0122-90. *jb
09/09/2007880001
 With no warning spare tire cable snapped while driving down road causing spare tire to fall out and strike rear wheel of vehicle, then flew off side of road. discussion with ford indicated this is unheard of and they wanted $300+ to repair. discussions with multiple other shops (not ford) indicate this does happen with this type of spare mount. repairs completed for under $150. i am concerned that spare can come out and once loose hit other vehicles or property/persons. *tr
12/16/20064
 4 new dunlop a/t radial rover p255/70r16 109s m+s dot pjcu 78hr tires bought from internet seller discount tire direct installed also by discount tire, hampton, georgia, shipped from arizona to discount tire in hampton, georgia, all had defect of steel belt internal separation (some called tread separation) after driving only about 30 miles, one tire had sidewall blow-out, paper thin at point of defect, ridge of tread separation easy to see and feel, other 3 tires all had belt separation, felt and seen by a, b, j, l (dt employees) and others, all amazed that all 4 tires had same defect, of discount tire hampton. discount tire advised by me to notify dunlop, dunlop called once monday basically asking for the tire that blew out (discount tire could not reach anyone over weekend at dunlop). i have the tire that blew out at my home. i believe these tires should be investigated by nhtsa immediately. discount tire hampton employees were gracious, retained other 3 tires, replaced with 4 kelly tires. *nm
06/08/20061
 I purchased 4 goodyear wrangler rt/s tires from discount tire co. on 1/17/2005 the truck began to shake and vibrate while driving at highway speed. i returned the truck to discount they rebalanced and rotated the tires and informed me if the truck continued to vibrate to take it to the dealership because it must be mechanical. i returned it to the dealership, they aligned, and roadforce balanced the tires. they found that their was a defect in the tires because too much weight was needed to balance the tires. they recommended that the tires be replaced. i returned the truck to discount tire co. they again did not find a defect in the tire. i then took it to a third party big o tire co. they inspected the tires and found a hop in the rear tires. it was again recommended to replace the defected tires. *nm
06/11/2005760001
 Dt: 2000, ford, expedition, vehicle was parked in front of consumer's home when it caught on fire, the vehicle had not been operating since the previous day, the fire department was notified. fire investigator said the cause of the fire was cruise control disconnect switch, in august of 2004 consumer took the vehicle to the ford dealer because the steering wheel was lost which caused the vehicle to be uncontrollable, the dealer said it was because of the front tires, this was the only problem consumer had with the vehicle until it caught on. fire, the fire also caused damage to consumer' s home . *ak
10/20/20021
 Nar 05/21/2003. *mr` negligent service on recall tires. general grabber tires aw dot adt0044t109 through adt044t4400 being recalled. *cb
08/08/2004730001
 Consumer stated that after taking a trip vehicle vibrated at high speed. it was discovered that all four tires had cracks. these tires were placed on the vehicle after the firestone recall. the dealer stated that they could not replace the tires.*ak
04/19/20023
 Since owning five continental conti-trac tires, consumer was subjected to repeated failure, unsafe traveling condition and excessive burden due to replacement costs. *ph there was a repeated tread separated with the new tires that were placed on the vehicle. failure occurred again in march 2004, tread separation. consumer request a refund for the replacement cost of five tires. *ph
09/30/20031
 General, grabber aw, size# p275/60r17, dot# adto-44t-449 . these tires were recalled, and manufacturer refused to honorthe recall.*ak
09/09/20031
 While driving the vehicle at normal speed and with no warning right rear tire tread separated, consumer had to pull over. continental, grabber aw, p275/60r17, dot adt044t24000. dealer has been notified. *ak
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 The letter for the general grabber aw tire recall was sent to consumer's previous address. consumer received the letter after the campaign had ended. manufacturer only agreed to pay part of the cost for the replacement tires. *ak
07/10/2003108/01/2000
 While driving, the rubber on the outside of the tire had come off. the accident did not occur because of the tire. the tires had come with the vehicle when it was purchased. *ak the rubber tire damaged the gas tank. the consumer was unable to fill the tank. the service dealer was unable to find a replacement tank, but was able to bend it in order to continue use. *scc *jb
07/01/2003111/10/2000
 2000 ford expedition with continental tr p265/70r17 tires (replacements for recalled tires) handles very poorly during rain. terrible hydroplane problems, even at moderate/slow speeds (40-45mph).*ak
01/14/20032500011/15/2000
 Continental tire company failure to reimburse payment on recalled tires from a 2000 ford expedition. *nlm
380001
 While traveling at highway speed, the rear driver side tire blew out. the tire tread completely separated. *jb
05/01/20031
 While driving the consumer realized that her front tires were wobbling. she took the vehicle to the dealer and learned that the tires were on recall. the consumer said she never received a recall notice the tires which expired, according to the manufacturer, in march 2003. the consumer was told by the tire dealer that one of the tires was separating in the belt area, and the other one had a cut in the inside about 2-3 inches located about 1.5 inch from the rim. the consumer would like to know what she can do to get help replacing these dangerous tires (general tires 275 60/r 17). *nlm
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 The receipt in which the consumer supplied for reimbursement fell outside of the dates of purchase which qualified for reimbursement. the consumer requested a refund. mr scc *jb
 Faulty tires were replaced before learning of the recall. consumer would like to be reimbursed for expenses of replacement tires. *ts
09/01/2002209/01/2000
 There was a recall on the grabber tires, which were replaced with continental tires. the continental tires failed after four weeks. both suffered blow outs. the consumer requested reimbursement. mr scc *jb
 The consumer has made five attempts in reference to the voluntary recall program reimbursement. mr scc *nlm
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 The consumer requested reimbursement for two tires. the dealer stated the vehicle needed two tires and a alignment. mr scc *jb
03/18/2003
 The vehicle experienced problems with the continental tires. the consumer received a recall letter about six months ago on the continental grabber size:9275//60r17 dot: adt044t109. they manufacturer refused to reimburse the money. *nlm
03/18/2003
 Consumer was having a problem with continental tire manufacturer. they won't pay or replace continental grabber tires size # p275/60r17. dot adto44t489. the consumer has replaced the tires twice. *nlm
03/27/2002540001
 Consumer received reimbursement letter for continental tires voluntary recall program. however was declined because the tires were purchased outside the dates of purchase. consumer had proof which stated the tires were purchased within qualified dates and requested assistance for reimbursement. *tt *jb
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 There was irregular tire wear on the continental tires. the dealer stated that the date of purchase had fell outside of the weeks of range given in the recall notice. scc *jb
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 Both front tires failed at the same time, while driving on the highway. the manufacturer denied reimbursement, because the receipts fell out of date. the consumer requested to be compensated for the replacement of the tires at 10k miles. scc *jb
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 Consumer was denied reimbursement because he did not apply within the specified time. *ak *jb
08/21/20021
 Tire failure.*ak
02/03/2003
 Consumer sent in reimbursement form on continental grabber aw size p27560r17 dot:adt044u109. he call to verify the status of reimbursement and manufacturer told that they don't have his name on file. ph
 Consumer received a recall letter on tires from continental, stating to contact a ford dealer and have recall performed. consumer called dealer and dealer stated tire were not available and that consumer would need to contact continental. consumer feels unsafe driving on defected tires. consumer has been told tire were in several times, and after driving to dealer being told the tires still are not in. the two manufactures involved are: continental tire north american corp. 1800 continental blvd. charlotte, nc 28273 1-800-847-3349. sunset ford, 5440 garden grove blvd., p.o. box 10 westminister, ca 92683 714-898-0744. ts
01/21/200311/18/1999
 Consumer received a recall letter about six months ago. every time that he calls the dealer the answer is we don't have the tire yet. please provide further information. ph...*ak
01/07/200308/15/2000
 In reference to the recall on the continental/general grabber aw tire size p275/60r17 on my 2000 ford expedition. i followed the instructions per continental tire for reimbursement of tires i had already replaced, now they refuse to do so. unfortunately i feel this could be resolved if someone would just listen, but that does not seem to happen when i contacted them. ts
12/30/2002
 No parts available. recall on continental grabber tire. size#275/60r17 please provide the dot#. leadership ford 214-361-8100 please provide the address of the dealer. ts
12/31/2002
 Consumer stated that they could see wire showing from the outside of all 4 tires. dealer notified. ts
01/02/2003
 Consumer states while driving at 55mph the rear driver side tire blewout consumer had to pull off the road. (original equipment continental general grabber p275/60r17 dot adt044t300) this tire has been recall manufacturer sent a recall letter to the consumer. dealer was out of stock for the next six months, after the incident dealer doesn't want to do anything. please provide further information. ts
08/01/20021
 The consumer received recall notice on the general tire failures and replaced all four tires. the consumer was seeking reimbursement for the cost of replacing the tires. dot # adto44t2100. *yh
05/22/200102/01/2000
 I had 4 tires replaced due to irregular tread wear on may 22, 2001. i just recently received a notice in the mail stating that these particular tires were recalled, but in order to be reimbursed for my purchase, i would have had to purchase the tires between august 19, 2001 and october 10, 2002. the time period is inadequate in my case. a defective tire is a defective tire. i feel as though i am being penalized because my tires had to be replaced earlier than the allotted dates. essentially, if i had waited 3 more months to have my tires replaced, perhaps injuring myself and others on the road, then i could have been reimbursed. the time period needs to extended on the replacement of the tires. dt
 Nhtsa recall 02t012000; the owners' new tires were purchased march 2002 which the recall by continental manufacture does not include the other months before august 2002. the owner will not be reimbursed due that but the tires he replace were those of continental which were recalled. please provide further information. ts
02/01/2002
 The continental tire co issued a tire recall aug 20 2002. my tires were in the dates given for the recall but until now i have not received any replacement tires even though the dealer ordered them sept 23, 2002. i have been in contact with ctna numerous times by e-mail and telephone but i have not got an answer ,on what date my tires will be shipped to my ford dealer ;claude debeaux in vivian, la. dt
06/01/2001112/01/1999
 The vehicle handled so badly because of vibration and irregular tire wear, consumer was forced to replace the tires on the vehicle. a recall notice was sent shortly after concerning the tires. consuemr requests reimbursement, but has had no help from continental. tires are continental general grabber aw. *jg
09/23/20021
 Consumer received a recall notice on continental tires. took the vehicle to the dealer and dealer informed him, that the continental tire company had not yet released the new tires for replacement. *yh
10/20/2002
 Consumer states while driving 60mph the spare tire fell on to the highway. ts
02/03/200205/01/2000
 We followed the manufactuers certification label inside the drivers door for the correct psi for all 4 tires. the certification label indicated 26psi front and 30psi rear. we tested the tires on a montly basis and kept the tire pressure as indicated. when i went in for an oil change i wanted them to check the tires because they where starting to wear on the edges. i was advised by tiresplus that all 4 tires needed replacement. the steel belt was coming through the tread. these tires only had 20k miles on them for a 2 year old vehichle. which 20k is under the national average for mileage on a vehicle. i'm so lucky that these tires didn't blow out due to the steel belts coming through while i was driving them. i contacted the car dealership on a few occasions and they never responded to me. thank you
08/07/20021
 While driving, left rear tire blewout, causing major damage to vehicle. tire size p27560r17, dot adt044t. *ak this vehicle is a ford truck expedition model year 2000. consumers wife was operating vehicle. vibrations were felt. the vehicle was stopped and checked tires for pressure. the tire pressure was normal. consumer continued driving and the left rear tire blew. damage aquired came from the tire fragments.*jg general grabbers.
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 Consumer had to replace rear tires after 20 thousand miles twice. dealer has been notified; however, is unable to remedy the problem.*ak
06/09/2002
 While driving at 45-55 mph driver's front tire fell off completely, causing vehicle to become undriveable. contacted dealer, and the dealer has fixed problem.*ak
06/01/2002408/01/2000
 I have filed a paper report on two of the original set tires that failed. i went to a tire shop and they set a 3rd of the set was bad so i replaced it. i have been trying to deal with general, ford customer service, and the dealership but there procedure to get something done has been an ordeal that i am still working on from the original blow out. i had my 2 bad tires replaced at at tire shop because they separated,one actually blewout and caused damaged to the vehicle. the 2nd was about to blow out becase it developed a knot and was bumping as i went down the road. when i was having these two reaplaced concern for our safety,the tire shop said the 3rd tire was seperating. i had it reaplaced. this pass satursday while in rout to a wedding the 4th remaining tire of the original set started peeling off and started bumping. i stopped and changed it with the 5th tire of the original set. this is the spare. i also found the brake line had been damaged from the original blow out of the first tire when my wife came home today and told me the brake pedal when to the floor. i have all of these bad tires in my possession and i am sure you would want to examine them before i give them to general. they say they must have them before they will consider a claim from me for the damage to my vehicle or any of all of the expenses i have incurred from the failure of their set of tires. i think these tires are defective. they could have easily caused me and my family our lives. i know this report does not cover all of the details. i can give all of the details dring whatever investigation that follows. i would appreciate you help on this safety issue. i tried to contact general today but the number i was given is 740-588-4164 and this rings a fax machine. please have someone come look at these tires as soon as possible.*ak
05/09/2002308/01/2000
 Tire blewout while driving. general tire, aw#27516r17.*akthat tire did damage to the front fender area, the running board, and to the plastic moulding that was bolted to the bumper. there is a 2nd tire located in the rear which developed a knot. tire mechanic informed consumer that a third tire was seperating. although the tread on the tires were good they were all faulty. *jg
04/09/2002
 Front/rear passenger side tires have separated on outside.*ak
03/12/200209/01/2000
 I had to replace the general grabber tires on my ford expedition today because they were unsafe, according to nyb where i purchased new tires. the tires had only 23,500 miles on them but i was shown how three of the four did not track i.e. they seriously wobbled on the balance machine. i was told they were a potential driving hazard as they could blowout or suffer tread separation. i was also told that many other owners of general grabber tires are replacing them for the same reason. if so then maybe this should be recall by ford and general tire. incidentally, i complained to ford which referred me to general tire but when i then complained to general tire, they referred me back to ford. they seem to have a catch-22' set up between them. *ak (dot number: ??? tiresize: p275/17)
10/25/2001105/01/2000
 While traveling heard noise coming from rear of vehicle. dealer was contacted, and technician stated brakes needed to be replaced, repairs were made. while traveling rear tire (general tire 17 inch, no dot #) had a blowout, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle, driver sustained injuries. *ak *tt
408/01/2000
 While pulling out of a parking space at low speed consumer heard a popping noise coming from front end of vehicle. * ak consumer states transmission makes a clunking noise when downshifting, dealer replaced the main control valve body, transmission pan gasket, and accumulator pistons. dealer installed bearing strips in the adjusters for the suspension noise, however later found the noise was coming from the left front floor body mount. outside door handle was loose, dealer installed a nut and panel. tires made vibration noises at 65 mph and up, dealer replaced two tires due to excessive run out. head liner was sagging down. left rear trim was loose at back edge, dealer replaced. a connection was loose at mirror, dealer secured. *et
09/24/2001310/01/2000
 All the tires i am reporting went bad while i had small children in the vehicle. all of them went bad as the result of a separation. they all got big bubbles in them where the tread separated from the rest of the tire. i believe that the only reason i didn't have a big accident was because i could feel the vehicle wobbling when i drove, due to the bubble in the tire. i find it very interesting that these tires all came appart at appx. 25000 miles. i had the fourth tire replaced before it could go out on me too.*ak (tiresize: 275/6017)
09/03/2001205/01/2000
 Both rear tires had tread separation and a blow out occurred on one of them .... the vehicle had been to the dealers and had brake repairs at approx. 34,000 miles . from initial lease of vehicle, there were complaints of rough ride and apparent tire problems. the dealer never made any offer to correct the problem but balanced and rotated the tires. upon taking this problem to them on 09/04/2001 they disclaimed any knowledge or assistance in adjusting the obvious malfunction of the general tire which blew out... upon taking the vehicle to a tire store and had them check the tires for any other damage they discovered that another tire had a separation of the tread and had a knot on the tire which was just beginning to ware. all tires had proper air pressure. i have kept these tires for further investigation and complaint follow-up.*ak (tiresize: 275x60r17)
1005/01/2000
 Dealer replaced firestone tires with goodyear tires. goodyear tires could not be balanced, or were out of round. after trying ten goodyear tires the dealer put on b f goodrich tires. the 17 goodyear replacement tire is very poor quailty and causes the vehicle to virbrate at highway speeds. i will be sending nsta copies of letters i wrote to ford and the dealership. thank you. *ak (tiresize: 265r70 17)
07/28/2001110/01/2000
 Driving on highwat at approximately 70 mph right front tire tread separated from tire completely causing the vehicle to pull to the right. i managed to slow down and pull the car over to the side of the road without incident. *ak (tiresize: 275/60/17)
403/01/2000
 All four tires show significant cracks along inside above and including the bead. checked tires after hearing slapping noise from both rear tires. general tire dealer determined failure, but could not replace due to shortage of the tires. replaced with michelon at my expense as ford motor and continental tire refused assistance when contacted. close up pictures are available. (dot number: adt0 44t tiresize: p275/60r17)
06/26/2001403/01/2000
 I can provide dot # from photographs taken. all four tires developed 1-3 inch cracks on the inner side of tire approx. 1 inch above bead and including the bead on one tire. general tire dealer identified failure. general 800 could not offer any help. closeup photos were taken of failures.*ak (tiresize: p275/60r17)
02/01/2001
 I am trying to find out recall information on my tires,before they fail! no safety defect mentioned. (tiresize: 17)( dot number: tire size: 17 )
10/02/2000108/01/2000
 I keep getting disconnected off my internet connection before i can finish my comment. i will mail a hard copy of my comments to you. (dot number: w2t61re210 tiresize: p265/70r17)
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 The spare tire cable wench thats bring the tire up and down broke while turning a corner causing the spare tire to come off, the consumer thinks the location of the spare is in a dangerous area. nlm
04/14/20001
 Front tires are cupping, uneven tire wear, vehicle inspected and aligned,possible tire related defect (no make/model of tires provided). *cj
12/01/2000111/01/2000
 Blow out of firestone tire. standard issue on excursion. *ak (tiresize: 265)( dot number: tire size: 265 )
01/08/20011
 While driving about 30 mph, right rear firestone wilderness tire had a blowout without a tread separation, causing some damage to vehicle. (p255/70r16, 109s-m+s dot w2cu ird070. *ak *slc
06/15/2000110/01/1999
 The tire blew while driving around 70 mph. the recall started shortly after we had it replaced. we asked bill currie ford to replace it under warrantee because it looked like a defect not a regular blow out. the tread was completely seperated from the tire. they refused saying the tires were not under warrantee. we should have reported this when the recall was anounced, but when we finally decided to replace all five firestone tires ford gave us your website to report our original blow out. we do not have the tire that blew but we did store the four remaining firestone tires, with the same dot number. (dot number: w2cu tiresize: 255/70r16)
09/01/2000
 Twice two brand new tires blew up on the highway,and the firestone refused to exchange them for free,they changed them and charged me full price. *ak( dot number: tire size: 16 )
12/01/19991
 Firestone wilderness at tire (p255 70 r16) experienced a blowout, tire was extremely hot, consumer is requesting a full reimbursement. *slc
05/15/2000203/01/2000
 Tire can't be ballanced repetive times tried, ford states tires defective (tiresize: p27560r-17)( dot number: tire size: p27560r-17 )
08/01/2000205/01/2000
 This is my 4th new ford vehicle that i purchased and second expedition (last one 97) i never had issues with tier separation in my life. on this vehicle i had 2 tires separation in 3 months. i have not received acceptable response from ford dealers (new ford vehicles have 1 year/12 months warranty on tire) and most of the dealer would not even accept the standard warranty. firestone dealers refuse to do anything for me. earnhardt ford replaced one of my tiers and i am going to replace remaining tiers at my own cost (with different brand). this not acceptable from my point of view. ford should pay for my cost.. this is my last ford vehicle. *ak (tiresize: 265x70x17)( dot number: tire size: 265x70x17 )
06/01/2000
 When are these tires going to be recalled? my family and i feel very uncomfortable driving on these tires! i have contacted firestone and ford directly to complain about this, but i can not get any satisfaction. the 15 tires that have been recalled are made exactly like the 16 ones on my vehicle. can someone help me please! thanks in advance. lance marker. *ak (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )
08/28/20001008/01/2000
 Three of the four tires failed at less than 500 miles. *ak (dot number: w2t6 tiresize: p265 70r17)
12/01/1999
 Both front tires are bubbling on the outer edges. the right side is worse. my mechanic thinks it is from the shocks and warrents attention at only 11.5k miles. he is worried of a blow-out. he says tire is bouncing. *ak( dot number: )
02/15/2000101/01/2000
 Tire went flat for no discernble reason with 200+ miles on it. firestone dealer was unable to determine why it would hold air. i replaced it with a brand new tire at my expense.( dot number: tire size: 255/75r16 )
09/09/200006/01/2000
 No summary( dot number: tire size: 255-70-r16 )
07/11/2000106/01/2000
 Dixie donelson had only purchased her ford expedition the month prior (early june), and was just underway for a trip to visit her daughter in colorado. the original police report documents her losing control of her vehicle within the first 40 minutes of her trip. further observations of the crash site have revealed tread remnants of new firestone suv tires. however, the expedition caught fire and all remaining tires burned to the extent of not being identifiable. dixie had told her duaghter she had new firestone tires, but we have had little success in determining the actual tire model.( dot number: tire size: (unknown) )
08/25/2000107/01/2000
 I came home from work and went into the supermarket. when i came out i noticed my right rear tire was almost flat. i put the spare on and the next morning drove up to the local firestone dealer. the firestone dealer said there was a hole between the tread and the sidewall and therefore it couldn't be fixed. they (firestone) told me the tire was not on the recall list so they wouldn't do anything about it. i went to the ford dealer and they told me the same thing. later i saw a report on channel 2 in los angeles about yet another firestone failure and the picture of the hole in the tire they had on tv looked exactly like the hole in my 17 tire. i am suspicious that anything on the road punctured my tire but feel like it was the start of a big problem with the 17 wilderness at tires. i bought a goodyear tire for my spare and today i ordered four michelin tires. you need to do something about all wilderness at tires before more people get injured or killed. ford and firestone should be held accountable for this mess. i am sorry i paid $42,000 for a brand new expedition and less than 7 weeks later have to spend over eight hundred dollars on replacement tires just to feel safe. do something!!!( dot number: tire size: p265/70r17 )
07/09/2000105/01/2000
 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: w2t6z08l tire size: p265/70r17 )
08/25/2000107/01/2000
 I came home from work and went into the supermarket. when i came out i noticed my right rear tire was almost flat. i put the spare on and the next morning drove up to the local firestone dealer. the firestone dealer said there was a hole between the tread and the sidewall and therefore it couldn't be fixed. they (firestone) told me the tire was not on the recall list so they wouldn't do anything about it. i went to the ford dealer and they told me the same thing. later i saw a report on channel 2 in los angeles about yet another firestone failure and the picture of the hole in the tire they had on tv looked exactly like the hole in my 17 tire. i am suspicious that anything on the road punctured my tire but feel like it was the start of a big problem with the 17 wilderness at tires. i bought a goodyear tire for my spare and today i ordered four michelin tires. you need to do something about all wilderness at tires before more people get injured or killed. ford and firestone should be held accountable for this mess. i am sorry i paid $42,000 for a brand new expedition and less than 7 weeks later have to spend over eight hundred dollars on replacement tires just to feel safe. do something!!!( dot number: tire size: p265/70r17 )
07/09/2000105/01/2000
 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: w2t6z08l tire size: p265/70r17 )
08/20/2000105/01/2000
 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 )
08/19/2000103/01/2000
 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 )
08/18/2000209/01/1999
 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 )
08/28/2000101/01/2000
 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 )
06/02/2000105/01/2000
 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 )
08/13/2000201/01/2000
 Significant cracking / splitting has occurred on the 17 inch size. need all four tires included for replacement in recall. immenent safety problem. *ak( dot number: ??? tire size: 17 )
07/20/2000105/01/2000
 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. *ak( dot number: vncu 1rd 4 tire size: p255/70r16 )
07/01/2000
 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.*ak( dot number: tire size: p265x16 )
08/04/2000505/01/2000
 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 )
08/09/2000107/01/2000
 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 )
05/25/2000110/01/1999
 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. *ak( dot number: )
07/31/2000111/01/1999
 Pe00020, original equipment, 2000 ford expedation, all four tires pressure keeps lowering, and causing the vehicle to pull to right, and it is very hard to control vehicle. *ak the dealer suggested to inflat front tires to 30 lbs rather than manufacturer's specification and it worked. *yh
02/08/20001
 Firestone wilderness/atx tire went flat while driving at 65 mph. when consumer went out to inspect the problem, sidewall tread was separated, like some one had cut it. ford and firestone has been contacted. *ak (tire size 255/70r16)
TIRES - SIDEWALL
10/01/200795000408/30/2007
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition. the driver front, rear and the passenger side front and rear good year wrangler rts tires had 2 inch splits in the side wall. the dot number was 4bcuc6wr0306. they were replacement tires with approximately 35000 miles on them. the tire size was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 95000.
11/16/200373000109/15/2000
 The replacement goodyear tire on the passenger rear side sidewall blew out on the highway .*ak
03/13/200343728407/25/2000
 Sidewall separation on 4 tires, 2 tires had 2 separations, all on the side of the tire that was to the inside or center of the vehicle (opposite sidewall from the white lettering). *jb
402/29/2000
 All four tires showed significant cracking and splitting in the side walls. all four have been replaced. *jg
12/31/2001102/01/2000
 Tire blew out in four large tears through the sidewall. *ak (dot number: 113s tiresize: p265/70r17)
10/24/20011
 One of firestone wilderness at tires, size: p255/70r16, dot: w2cuird030 on 2000, ford, expedition has cuts in sidewall. there are approximately 9400 miles on the tire, and it is original equipment for vehicle. cuts have an arc shape that covers 20% of sidewall. *ak *jb
02/04/2001102/01/2000
 I had just gotten on interstate 71 in ohio & was going approximately 50 mph when the right rear tire blew out. when i returned to ny, i showed the tire to my mechanic who said it looked like the sidewall failed. i then went to van kleek's tire, firestone dealer in lake katrine, ny. the technician agreed that it appeared that the sidewall failed but sent me to the firestone service center in wappingers falls to have it replaced under warranty. he went so far as to say that they should replace all four tires based upon the problems with other wilderness tires. the firestone tech. said that it was clearly a roadhazard; that i must have hit something and that it was not covered under warranty but they would give me 30% credit on a new tire. i called the 800-356-4644 number in my firestone warranty manual & explained the situation. the representative told me that if i was not satisfied with this store's assesment, i should go to another firestone store in newburgh or middletown. i declined & returned to van kleek's the following day. i was charged $130 for a replacement tire, even though they found no punctures or other damage to the tread or evidence of roadhazard. i still have the tire & would like to have it inspected by a unbiased professional. *ak (dot number: vncu1rd499 tiresize: p255/70r16)
09/30/2000101/01/2000
 Sidewall blowouts multiple traveling low speed no collisions (dot number: w2cu tiresize: p255/70r16)
09/10/20001
 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. *ak( dot number: w2t6 tire size: p265/70/17 )
06/07/20001
 Pe-00-020; rental vehicle 2000, ford expedition, tire size not available, and dot number not available. when driving in state of arizona on a very hot day at 55 mph right rear tire sidewall blewout. *ak
08/05/2000102/01/2000
 I experienced an abnormal sidewall blow-out on a tire with less then 10,000 miles on it. the blow out caused damage to the rim and hub of the wheel. i am greatly concerned that i may have the same experience soon with the other four tires. i contacted general tires and they want me to sent the tire back east and wait to get something done. the now tire, rim and hub cap cost me 325.00 out of my own pocket and i am going to have to wait to get it from detroit on special order. i would like the dot to inspect the tire prior to releasing it back to general to determine if a recall should be established. like i stated in the beginning of this section the sidewall blow out was very abnormal.( dot number: tire size: 17 )
07/06/2000302/01/2000
 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 )
07/09/2000105/01/2000
 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. *ak( dot number: 027582 tire size: p265/70r17 )
TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
01/01/1901500001
 Spare tire equipment for the 2000 ford expedition has a cut in the sidewall .*mr the tire was new original equipment and was never used. *nm
11/15/20041
 I had pulled up in my driveway and the spare tire just dropped out on the driveway. i was concerned what may have happend if this would have happen while driving out on the highway and my spare tire and dropped out on the highway, what damage, injury or even death that it could have caused. i reported this to my dealership, and they was not to concerned, they just told me what it would cost to replace the cable for the spare tire holder. i believe this is really a safety factor that should be corrected by ford.*ak
11/02/20041015001
 Driving thru a parking lot while going over a speed bump my spare tire fell out from under my ford 2000 expedition cable broke on wench. i am now talking with dealer for replacement.i am worried that same thing can happen with new wench possible on freeway. *ak
02/29/20041
 Spare tire assembly failed, causing the spare tire to come unattached. *ak
12/18/20031
 Without warning spare tire assembly failed, causing the spare tire to come unattached from the assembly. driver pulled the vehicle over to get the spare tire from out of the street. *ak
11/19/20031040001
 The spare tire which is mounted under the body of my 2000 ford expedition fell off while i was on an entrance ramp of an expressway. fortunately, the errant spare tire did not hit the cars behind me. the tire was held by a steel cable that broke. this is a very serious safety issue that needs to be addressed, and not swept under the rug. the local ford dealership would not fix it without payment. i notified the corp customer service department for ford. got the runaround, and was told that they would forward to the engineering dept. i know that this same issue happened to a friend of mine. this is a real safety issue. *la
02/23/20031
 While driving the cable holding spare under car tore allowing tire to hit my car and almost cause an accident.*jb
TIRES - TREAD/BELT
11/06/200761252110/30/2000
 While traveling south on i-95 at approx 65 mph, the passenger right rear tire failed. it appears that the failure mode was tread separation/detachment. the tread ended up wrapped around the rear axle. at the moment of the failure the 2000 ford expedition torqued hard to the right, but control was maintained. further information on this incident is that the failed tire was a replacement for a recall (nhtsa campaign id number: 02t012000) by continental tire co. and replaced by a ford dealership. the failure of the replacement tire fits the exact description as stated in the nhtsa investigation report. *tr
05/18/2006110/07/2000
 Own a 2000 ford expedition (original owner) and had tires replaced as part of recall of 2002. tires were replaced at local ford dealership with general grabber aw p275/60/r17. recently i noticed steering and bumpy ride, so i took vehicle to get it checked out. mechanic showed how one tire had bowed out feature and explained that this was a tread separation and needed to be replaced. remembering prior recall for same reason, was concerned this was a possible manufacturer defect. researched on internet and found # to call at continental to report. called and spoke with bill who recorded my concerns and created a file #22239. told me a could go to national tire and battery and have it checked out. went to ntb and the technician examined the tire and said he could not prorate the warranty. i explained that i just wanted to inform the manufacturer of the possibility of a manufacturer defect in case there were other complaints for the same type of tire. he said that with the apparent age of the tire it could have been caused by a bump that had caused the weakness. my expectations for a tire is for the tread to wear out before any other breakdown. *nm
08/23/2005114000109/02/2002
 2000 expedition tire tread separated. *ts *jb
01/15/200588524109/09/2001
 'recall campaign' tread separation. consumer contacted the dealer who sold him the tires. found that there was a recall for continental, p275/60r17 0051612.*ak *bf while driving the consumer noticed a vibration. the vehicle was taken to have an alignment when he was informed that the passenger side front tire tread had separated and that a second tire was having a similar problem. the consumer replaced the tires and later found out that they were recalled. the consumer request reimbursement for the faulty tires. *nm
04/03/2000300103/18/2000
 While traveling on the interstate at 55 mph, the consumer heard a noise, then saw smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. suddenly the vehicle started to shake, the consumer lost control, veered out of his lane and went towards a service station. to keep from entering the station he rolled over. the consumer sustained neck and mouth injuries. it was discovered that the tread had separated from the tire. *ak *sc *jb
12/18/20041
 While driving 65 mph consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the rear. consumer pulled over, and noticed that the passenger's rear tire tread was separating. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the tire needed to be replaced.*ak
01/01/20032
 Continental tire reimbursement. the consumer experienced tread separation on the right rear tire. the conumer purchased his tires prior to the recall. *jb
02/03/2003107/27/2001
 The consumer was denied reimbursement for faulty tires because the purchase date of the tires did not fall with the purchased date allowed (continental tires). *jb
01/01/20031
 Nar 1/29/2003. the consumer replaced all 4 tires prior to the recall due to poor tread wear. the consumer submitted all the necessary paperwork and was told he would be reimbursed, however there has been no refund. 8jb
06/12/200439000109/12/2003
 I had a tire separation while driving 70 mph. please see tire recall campaign number below. tire recall campaign id number 02t012000 i have 5 of these tire on my 2000 expedition. according to ford customer relationship, my vin was not a part of a recall. the tires, however were. dot numbers were verified with continental. there were 596610 units affected, yet ford only is showing approximately 500 vehicles with only 300 actualy qualifying. this seems like a game to me as thes five tire were originally on my vehicle. *la
09/08/2003500001
 While driving at low speeds front right tire blewout, causing tread separation. consumer managed to pull over. had taken vehicle to dealership, but the problem had not been resolved. tire size 275/60r16.*ak
08/01/20031
 While traveling on the highway and without prior warning all four tires has tread separation. continental, p275/60r17. *ak
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 While traveling 60 mph without any indication driver's rear tire separated but still had air in it. *ak
40000109/01/2000
 Two tires experienced tread separation, the tires were replaced at the owners expense. there was a recall on the tires. *mr *scc *jb
 The consumer received a recall notice campaign # 02t012000 for the tires on the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair which stated that the tire replacement program ended 4/1/03. the dealer is requiring payment to replace the tires. *nlm
04/14/20031
 The consumer replaced the original continental general grabber aw tires prior to the recall, however in 09/02 he received a recall letter from the manufacturer regarding the tires. consumer requested reimbursement, however continental denied the claim, they stated the deadline had passed. *jb
105/17/2002
 The consumer was denied reimbursement for continental tire replacement. mr all four tires were replaced when the one tire fell apart. scc *jb
04/01/2002310001
 The consumer requested reimbursement for the tire(s). mr the consumer didn't receive the letter of reimbursement until after the deadline. continental tire(s) scc *jb
03/21/2003
 While driving and without prior warning the passenger side tire tread separated from the vehicle. *nlm
07/01/2001107/21/2001
 Reply to request for reimbursement of expenses related to replacement of continental tires on a 2000 ford expedition. sent a voq for future use. *scc *jb
06/04/2002361824
 I have a 2000 ford expedition. last june, just after having the car serviced, i noticed my general grabber tires delaminating and coming apart. i immediately called my local ford dealer and was told there was no recall on the tires, but to save any receipts when i purchase new tires in the event there is a recall. i replaced the tires and saved the recept. i received a recall notice from ford later in the year. when i called them they said to bring the vehicle in. i explained that i had replaced the tires. i was told my claim was with continental tire, not ford, and that continental would be contacting me. they never did contact me and i finally had the opportunity to call continental tire with a phone no. given to me by ford. continental tire now says that the recall is over and there is no way to recoup my expenses. i need your help. in my case no one was injured because i made a vehicle inspection and had the tires replaced (before the recall was made). if there had been a death, we'd be in court right now, but because there wasn't i'm being penalized for the cost of the tires and being vigilant. *jb
02/11/20031
 Consumer requested reimbursement regarding the tires, however the claim was denied.*jb
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 Consumer received a recall regarding the tires that were installed on the vehicle. *jg ph
1
 Consumer stated she became of aware of a tire recall before the recall letter was received and found it to be imperative to replaced all 4 tires for safety reasons, however continental only reimbursed consumer of what they thought was comparable and consumer feels that is not fair nor is it justified.(general graber tires)*jb
07/13/20021
 The left rear tire experienced tread separation while the consumer was driving causing damage to the vehicle. then a right rear tire developed a bulge.(continental tire 275/60r17 and dot # adto 44t 1600) *yh
09/17/20021
 While in motion the right rear tire blew. the tread separated from the tire, consumer discoverd prior to the incident that the tires were on recall, however when he contacted continental he was told a system had not been set up as of yet to handle recall situations.(continental tires p275/60r17, dot# adt044t369) *jg *dt
08/15/20011
 The center tread of the left rear tire came off while the consumer was traveling. the tread damaged the back quarter panel and the rear of the vehcile. the consumer was seeking reimbursement for the cost of the tire and repaire to the vehicle. tire was gereral p275/60r17. *yh
 Consumer states of having problems with a recall on his tires general tires size #p275/60r17.dealer was contacted. mr
06/16/2002109/30/2000
 Consumer states that the right rear tire experienced tread separation, consumer is requesting that all four tires be replaced, general grabbers aw, 275/60r17. *slc
09/25/2002
 Dotadt044t369 p27560r17 general grabbers, consumer states while traveling at 60 mph the right rear tire tread seperated. consumer was able to keep control of vehicle. please provide any further information. *mr
07/25/2002102/01/2000
 Tread separation of left rear tire and rollover on interstate 75 in collier county, florida.*ak
07/08/2002109/01/2000
 Four 1' cracks around perimeter of sidewall near tread; belts broken inside tread; still has greater than 3/32 tread; tire has always been properly inflated. belts should not break in tires. what is cause ? ? ?*ak
07/14/2002210/01/1999
 While driving, rear driver's side tire had tread separation. afterwards, front passenger side tire had the same problem. original equipment, 22ooo miles, continental general american 275/60r17, mounted on a 2000, ford, expedition. *akthe dot number right front tire and the left rear, dot adt 044t369. *jg
06/26/2002
 At 70mph tire tread started to separate and could have caused an accident. cause unknown. dealer notified. size/dot# unknown, please provide.*ak
06/17/2002408/01/2000
 All four vehicle tires had separated tread, one major, the vehicle was not driven over 70 mph highway and was not taken off-road at any time. tires were replaced by discount tire 1300 e expressway 83 mcallen tx 956-668-9789 on 6-18-2002. tires were kept inflated properly, alignment maintained with normal tread wear on tires. one tire had been repaired for a flat. general tire was contacted and demonstrated no concern over four tire treads seperating on one vehicle under normal use on 6-19-2002. i believe general has a severe safety issue with this tire that needs immediate attention.*ak
05/31/2002103/01/2002
 My wife was driving our 2000 expedition on the freeway at 60mph when the tread separated on the right rear tire, causing a blow out and an accident, almost causing a catastrophic rollover. i am fortunate she was not killed. what irritates me the most is general tire has a reputation for this problem, especially here in arizona, and the consumer has no idea. these tires were not worn and were properly inflated, and the only legal recourse i would have against general tire would have been if my wife and infant child had been seriously injured. i am incensed about this as the only reason general will get away with this is due to the fact my wife's driving skills saved her life. my opinion is general and ford continue to deceive the public about the safety of the product they are putting on the road, and there is no repercussion for their negligence.*ak
05/07/2002105/01/2001
 Tread belt separation, causing loss of control and roll over accident w/injury. *ak
05/07/2002105/01/2001
 Tread belt separation/came off, causing loss of control and roll over accident w/injury. *ak
05/12/200233000101/07/2000
 The left rear tire experienced tread separation.*ak *jb
03/01/2002
 While traveling about 55mph on highway consumer heard a noise. he was able to pull over to shoulder. rear passenger tire tread separated from tire. tire goodyear, grabber aw, general,p275/60r17. *ak
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 Two of the original tires failed due to tread separation. the consumer replaced the remaining two as well (oem general grabber aw,p275 60 r 17's) . *yh
03/08/2002309/01/2000
 While traveling about 50-70 mph on highway there was a loud noise coming from wheel. consumer was able to pull over to the shoulders, general grabber aw adto44t0200 right tire separated. another day, the left front tire separted. *ak 3 weeks later another tire separated. *tt
01/30/20021
 Continental grabber aw size 275-60r17 dot#: adt044t2600 original equipment. consumer states that while driving the tread on the left rear tire separated causing the vehicle to sway from side to side resulting in damage to the vehicle. the dealer has been notified. please provide additional information. nlm *jg
12/22/20012
 While driving 65-70 mph and without warning, general tire size 275/60r17, dot adt044t2300, right rear and left rear tread separated. consumer has notified dealer and manufacturer. *ak *yd
01/20/2002106/01/2000
 General, grabber aw, p275/60r17, dot unknown, original equipment on a 2000, ford expedition with 19700 miles. while driving 70 mph drivers rear tire experienced tread separation, causing damage to vehicle.*ak dot# adt044t2000 consumer stated he was able to control the vehicle.*tt
2
 Two of the original tires failed due to tread separation. the consumer replaced the remaining two as well (oem general grabber aw,p275 60 r 17's) . *yh
1
 The right rear general tire blew out and separated while the consumer was traveling at 60mph, dealer determined that the tire blew out because of tread separation and recommended to replace the remaining three as well, however consumer had to drive home 400 miles to get replacement tires. *yh
05/06/2001110/01/2000
 Pe00 048 ; consumer was traveling about 70mhp on highway and heard a noise. he was able to pull over to the shoulders, and noticed that left rear tire tread separated. firestone, wilderness at, p25570r16, dot w2cuird160. consumer will contacted firestone. there was no accident. *ak consumer states tires have since been recalled, local dealership initially refused to replace all four tires, the sidewall is detached from the tread. *jb
04/19/20011
 Pe 00 020/tread separation: left rear tire experienced a ripple and a bubble on sidewall while traveling at 70 mph on a 2000, ford, expedition; original equipment, tire size p255/70r16, dot# unavailable. firestone notified, and informed consumer that it was not covered under a recall. tire was available for analysis. *ak consumer states all tire were found to have ripples on the sidewalls after further inspection, firestone replaced tires with bridgestone. *slc
03/28/20010
 Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 10mph on a side street coming towards a intersection for a stop sign. she came towards a full stop, and started to back up, and heard a noise. she was able to pull over to shoulders. right driver's side tire tread had separated. firestone wilderness p255170, r16109sm/f there were no injuries.*ak
02/18/2001105/01/2000
 While driving about 40 mph right rear tire went flat. found out that tread was separating, and all air was coming from tire. ford, expedition ,2000 p-255/70r16 dot w20u. *ak consumer has replaced all tires. *slc
08/24/2000209/01/1999
 Firestone wilderness tire (p255 70 r16) experienced tread separation and cracking, consumer requests reimbursement. *slc
06/03/20001
 Was traveling 65mph when a loud pop sound was heard coming from back. got off freeway to check & noticed tire was flat. left rear tire was the problem. sidewall had blown out. exchanged tire with the spare. took tire to tire shop & was informed the had hit an object & did not get tire exchanged. firestone wilderness at p265/70r17 1,000 miles. kept the tire.*ak
09/08/2000203/01/2000
 I had my tires inspected at the sears auto center in odessa, tx. the vehicle had developed a vague roughness at highway speeds. the inspector found depressions in the center of the treads on two of the tires and told me that this indicated that one or more of the belts under the treads had separated. i had all four tires replaced with goodyear tires and i have the original tires in my garage.( dot number: tire size: 255 70 r16 )
07/10/2000102/01/2000
 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. *ak( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 )
04/26/2000102/01/2000
 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 )
08/14/2000101/01/2000
 While looking over tire, noticed separation and splitting. *ak the firestone wilderness at tire 17, dot #w2t61re169 is splitting and cracking on the sidewall, the consumer feels that the tread could separate at any time. *slc
 Firestone wilderness/at p235/r75/17 is standard equipment on the new ford expedition. while driving at 65 mph and in hot weather conditions rear passenger's side tire exploded, causing the entire sidewall tread to separate. firestone has been contacted, and refused to do anything. *ak
05/01/2000111/01/1999
 Pe02000, tire tread separation: while driving about 50-55 mph tire on the rear passenger's side disintedgrated. driver was able to control vehicle. one other passenger was in the truck. no one was hurt. tire was a firestone, wilderness, p25570r16, original equipment. ford was contacted about the tire, but nothing was done. please list dot # and any other information. *ak

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