Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | ||||||||||||||||
| 00T005000 | BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE, INC. | T (Tire) | 14400000 | 08/26/2000 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/21/2000 | 08/10/2000 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size p235/75r15. operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. however, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | ||||||||||||||||
| 01X001000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | X | 13000000 | 06/04/2001 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/22/2001 | 05/22/2001 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | This 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 Summary | Should the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The 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. | |||||||||||||||
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Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIRES | |||||
| 01B77 | 10/01/2001 | 628153 | Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt | 03/05/2002 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIRES | |||
| 04/18/2012 | 110000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford explorer with mastercraft courser a/t 2 tires (size: lt265/75r16). while driving approximately 70 mph, the front passenger side tire exploded, causing the contact to crash into another vehicle and the highway median. the front axle and tie rod fractured during the failure. the contact sustained a fractured back and a concussion. the contact was transported to the hospital via ambulance. the police reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08t005000 (tires:sidewall) that could have been related to the failure. the contact stated the recall did not cover the tires on her vehicle due to the date of manufacture. the vin was not available. the dot number was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 2,000. the failure mileage of the vehicle was 110,000. | |||
| 04/18/2012 | 110000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2000 ford explorer with mastercraft courser a/t 2 tires (size: lt265/75r16). while driving approximately 70 mph, the front passenger side tire exploded, causing the contact to crash into another vehicle and the highway median. the front axle and tie rod fractured during the failure. the contact sustained a fractured back and a concussion. the contact was transported to the hospital via ambulance. the police reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08t005000 (tires:sidewall) that could have been related to the failure. the contact stated the recall did not cover the tires on her vehicle due to the date of manufacture. the vin was not available. the dot number was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 2,000. the failure mileage of the vehicle was 110,000. kmj | |||
| 02/17/2007 | 1 | ||
| 2000 ford explorer. consumer was driving 65 mph when the right rear tire blew out and caused the vehicle to go from the middle lane into the left lane and hit a wall . *mc ohio traffic crash report. *tr | |||
| 08/01/2006 | 60034 | 1 | |
| Consumer left front tire blewout and shredded causing consumer to replace tire with spare. *ts the tire blewout prior to the consumer receiving the recall notice. the air bag light and door ajar light illuminated. left side wheel bearing shot and the right side was going bad. rear brakes shot. *nm | |||
| 10/05/2004 | 09/03/2004 | ||
| Purchased ford explorer 2000 in sept of 04. first the cruise went out. front tires looses air about once a week have to fill. starts hard and will not idol in mornings specially when cold out side. check engine light has been on twice, purchased at seelye wright kia in kalamazoo mi. cannot get dealer to fix vehicle. *nm | |||
| 01/25/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving 60 mph the rear passenger side tire deflated. the consumer inspected the tire and found no punctures. please provide any additional information. *nm | |||
| 10/09/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving at 65 mph passenger's front tire blew out. this caused the driver to lose control of vehicle and hit a guard rail. driver sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital. *ak | |||
| 2 | 10/02/2001 | ||
| Noise coming from vehicle's transmission case.*mr the dealer stated nothing was wrong with the vehicle. four months ago, the dealer stated the noise was coming from the tires. the consumer wanted to have this checked out. *ph *jb | |||
| 07/30/2003 | 1 | ||
| Left rear tire blew out while driving.*ak | |||
| 06/12/2003 | 1 | ||
| The consumer stated the rear right tire blew out without warning. *ak *scc *jb | |||
| 06/16/2001 | 14 | 10/20/2000 | |
| The firestone tires were replaced with goodyear tires due to humming noises and recall#00t005000. the engine made noise, vibrated, overheated and would not respond upon acceleration. the vehicles faulty shocks caused noise when driving over bumps in the road, vibration and noise in the front end. the abs warning light illuminated. the drivers side window was off track, would not go up all the way and went up unevenly. the starter became stuck made scraping sounds. the consumer requested a full refund of the purchase price in accordance to the lemon law. *mr *scc *nlm | |||
| 08/02/2002 | 1 | 10/01/2000 | |
| I was traveling on i 69 near indianapolis, in, when left rear tire blew out at the area where tread meets sidewall. i nearly lost control of vehicle but was able to slow and get off road, nearly rear ended by a large semi truck following too closley. these tires were replacement by ford motor because of the problem with firestone original equipment tires. i was afraid to drive with these general tires because of the blowout. i requested the ford dealer who replaced the firestone tires with general tires to replace all 4 tires with new tires, but they refused. i was told that if they replaced tires in these situations they would have to go out of business. it seems they are more concerned with their finances than the safety of myself and my family. i have since purchased 4 new michelin tires at my own expense and feel much safer. i was disappointed with the way i was treated in this matter, it was not through any fault of my own. the dealer even sugguested that i may have caused damage to the tires when parallel parking by hitting the curb, but i do not parallel park this vehicle and i am the only driver. i think ford should reimburse me for the $600 i spent so i may drive a safe vehicle.*ak | |||
| 07/20/2002 | 1 | 10/01/2000 | |
| The goodyear was a replacement for the wilderness at recalled by ford. that was done when odometer read 9,720. just over 12% tread wear on goodyear. i believe all the goodyears are unstable as ford has discontinued (in only 1 year) road hazard coverage on anything but the highest level of extended warranty.*ak | |||
| 09/03/2001 | 1 | 08/01/2001 | |
| Traveling home on the ship channel bridge from friends place when i heard a bang like something had kicked up, after which the vehicle started to move from side to side i proceeded to slow down at which time the tire began to shred. when i was able to pull the vehicle to the shoulder of the freeway the only thing left was the center part of the tire not a piece of the walls were on the tire.*ak (dot number: 8xhl1py529 tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 1 | 03/01/2000 | ||
| Back tire blew out about 4 months ago. i replaced it and i am waiting on my dealer to contact me about removing. tkaing too long.*ak | |||
| 09/25/2000 | 1 | ||
| The consumer denied reimbursement for faulty firestone tires, the consumer feels reimbursement is in order since the tires failed at only 1300 miles (firestone wilderness at). nlm | |||
| 09/01/2000 | |||
| I strongly disagree with ford's actions on blameing firestone for the rolling over of the ford explorer. i know on my truck if you hit a bump or are on a rough road the truck is so bouncey that if fills like the rear wheels are comeing off of the ground. the wilderness tires may have some kind of defect but i have not experienced any problems with my firestone tires. i have had my firestone tires for a year and the only problem i have experienced has been keeping the weights on the wheels. the suspension on the 2 door explorer is so stiff that i could see why the truck would roll over when the tire lost air pressure. ford has been blameing firestone and vis versa and nothing has been done to correct the problem except to replace the tires which i dont believe cause the vehicle to roll over. if i have a cd playing in my cd player and i drive down a ruff road or hit a bump over 50 miles per hour the cd will come out of the cd player and the truck will bounce, it fills like the back wheels come off the ground. *ak (tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 06/07/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak (dot number: 8xlh tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 05/25/2001 | 0 | ||
| Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 40mph on highway and had a flat tire, and and lost control/ vehicle flipped twice. there were injuries. *ak | |||
| 05/01/2000 | |||
| I recently read in the papers about the new 'unofficial' recall that ford will need to do to replace even more tires for ford explorers. i own an explorer and my tires were not part of the recall from last august. however, after hearing that possibly more of the tires are affected. i contacted a ford dealership and they explained that since there is no official recall they would change my tires for me but i was liable for the cost of mounting, balancing, and the cost for the 4 tires (plus spare) also. i find this ridiculous and i'm sure i am not the only one. i have checked my tires and although i am unsure of what i am looking for and do not consider myself qualified to say if the tires should be changed or not, i do have an uneasy feeling about driving on the tires i currently have. i do alot of traveling in my explorer and do not want to be a part of the statistics on ford's recall papers in the future. so, what are my next steps? i was asked to fill out this complaint form. so who can i contact to get the service i am entitiled to? i would appreciate any follow up that you can offer to me. i love my suv but i always have an uneasy feeling about the tires i am riding on.*ak | |||
| 05/20/2001 | 1 | 04/01/2001 | |
| Blowout at 35 mph, pow hiss hiss, lump lump. *ak (dot number: 8xml tiresize: 235/75r15) | |||
| 01/01/2000 | |||
| Am fearful tires are not safe, have complained to ford and firestone ride has become increasingly bumpy and rough, am fearful tires are defected, ford told me the tire was chopped up due to rotating but ok to drive. can you do anything about this before it's too late. i want my tires replaced. fearful they may be defected.*ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 12/21/2000 | 1 | 03/29/2000 | |
| The vehicle 16 inch firestone tires were not included in recall 00t-005 and the consumer was told that the tires were safe, but while driving the right rear tire blewout, the consumer purchased 4 new tires and requests reimbursement (5 firestone wilderness at 255/70r16). nlm | |||
| 04/05/2001 | 03/01/2001 | ||
| Tire blow out on side. no holes in treads but tread separation from rest of tire. *ak (dot number: w2hl tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 10/13/1999 | |||
| The consumer firestone tires are on the consumer advisiory list, the consumers tire were made in north carolina but the dealer is saying the tires were made in canada. nlm | |||
| 03/09/2001 | 1 | 02/01/2001 | |
| Drivers front tire developed a hairline crack between the sidewall and the bead, most of the way around the wheel. obviously defective from new. confirmed by tire dealer. once removed also found similar cracks on the inside between the bead and sidewall. had all4 tires replaced as a safety precaution. have requested refund from firestone. the recall must be stepped up to include vn tires. this could have caused a serious accident if not found and the tire blew.*ak (dot number: vnhl1py230 tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 05/20/2000 | 15 | 05/01/2000 | |
| Ever since i picked up vehicle from dealer i have been hearing and feeling a thump coming from the front tires at high or low speed, car rocks when driving slow, very noisy with thump at high speeds, one tire very hard to balance requiring extra weights, (suspect this one is bad) last time i had tires balanced the mechanic sugested i get that tire replaced but store manager did not do anything about, tried to sell a set of 4 new tires even though my tire are fairly new. *ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 11/22/2000 | 1 | ||
| The firestone wilderness tires were checked at the ford dealership for the proper tire pressure, however later the consumer found out that they had been under inflated. *mjs | |||
| 03/19/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 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. *ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 07/03/2000 | 1 | 07/01/2000 | |
| My vehicle was delivered with firestone wilderness at tires and i was advised that because they were not manufactured at firestone's decatur plant they are considered safe. the recent govindjee report states that the wilderness at tires were equally problematic regardless of the plant in which they were manufactured in, meaning all plants including decatur , joliette, quebec, & wilson, nc. my wife and i continue to be concerned about the safety of our vehicle and the lack of objective evidence that only the decatur tires are at risk. i believe it is time for either ford or firestone come forward and take responsibility for all wilderness ats and responsibly recall & replace. how many more deaths need to occur? it appears that the govindjee report raises enough question for the nhtsa to take the lead and demand an immediate recall of all wilderness ats. based on this report it is clear to me i need to buy non-firestone replacements. the unfortunate situation is that the unsuspecting purchaser must pay the price, when ford/firestone is responsible.*ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| R16 tires must be included in firestone recall. we fear for our lives and are not necessarily able to replace all new tires without firestone's monetary help! recall! recall! recall! *ak (tiresize: r16)( dot number: tire size: r16 ) | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| I was traveling on rt 7 at approx 40mph, that was below the posted speed limit because we had just expierenced a snow storm and the roads were not very clear. as i slowed down to better hear what was going on i had started to hear the sound a flat tire makes, so i pulled off at the next exit and saw that my tire was flat and called aaa. they had told me to report the problem because it was a firestone tire and it may be one of the recalled tires. i had my tires checked some time ago when the recall first happened but i was informed my tires were not part of the recall even though they were the wilderness ats. i feel there must be some kind of defect for this to happen because i am positive i did not hit anything in the snow so i don't know what else could have caused this to happen. *ak (dot number: w2hl tiresize: p235 75r15) | |||
| 12/13/2000 | 1 | 07/01/2000 | |
| While traveling on the freeway, i noticed a slight vibration. a short time later, i felt the vibration again and the tire blew. i was traveling at 60mph. fortunately, no one was injured. i contacted ford roadside assistance and they came to exchange the tire with the spare. i then drove the vehicle to a ford dealer near where i work (magic ford, valencia, ca). i requested that all five tires be replaced along with the rim on which the tire blew. it was damaged beyond repair. i have received a bill for $1,020.00 from magic ford, and do not feel that i should be obligated to have to pay. although the exact model of tire is not on the recall list, it is obvious that this is clearly a manufacturer's defect. i am in possession of the tire and all surrounding paperwork. *ak (dot number: vncu1px080 tiresize: p255/70r16) | |||
| 01/06/2001 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Tire blew out on driver rear caused near uncontrollable vehicle.*ak (dot number: vdcu1px429 tiresize: 255/70/16) | |||
| 01/05/2001 | 1 | ||
| The lovelace law firm represents ms. latonya washington with respect to this accident. please note that the ford explorer involved in this accident was rented from budget car and truck rental, okaloosa county air terminal, fort walton, florida, on jaunuary 5, 2001. additional information will be provided upon request. no safety defect listed. *ak (dot number: 8xhl tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 12/18/2000 | 2 | 10/13/2000 | |
| Left rear firestone wilderness at tire dot 8xhl (no size given) has a crack that is 1 long and 1/8 wide, consumer states right rear tire has an indent and is worried this tire will burst. *slc | |||
| 08/01/2000 | |||
| Blowout on inside of tire. firestone representative suggested a puncture to tire, but i didn't hit anything. vehicle became unstable on curves for several miles before the blowout occurred. firestone rep offered a pro rated replacement tire. *ak (dot number: w2hl1py379 tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 04/12/2000 | 1 | 02/20/2000 | |
| Firestone tire (p235 75 r15) failed, causing vehicle to crash and injure two people, the vehicle is now a total loss. *slc | |||
| 08/21/2000 | 1 | 07/04/2000 | |
| One of the original firestone tires on the vehicle experienced a blowout while driving, vehicle swerved off the road almost hitting a tree, tire was not included in the recall (00t-005). *mjs | |||
| 09/07/2000 | 1 | ||
| Consumer replaced firestone at (p235/75r15) tires which were not included in recall 00t-005 due to manufacturing location and request reimbursement. nlm | |||
| When driving at night or when headlights were needed consumer noticed poor or insufficent lightening which caused poor driver's visibility. also, manufacturer has changed design in 2001 vehicles. consumer had some safety concerns while driving his vehicle with firestone, wilderness p25570r16 tires. thus far , has not experienced a problem, but was just concerned. please provide any further details. *ak | |||
| 11/22/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| I was traveling down the interstate at approxiametly 75 mph. tread of tire peeled away from the sidewalls almost perfectly. i had traveled approximately 120 miles non-stop when blowout occurred. i was traveling with my wife who is seven months pregnant with our first child. *ak (dot number: o2-6555 tiresize: p255/70r16) | |||
| 11/11/2000 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| Complete tire tread separation around outer portion of tire resulting in loss of automobile control. *ak (tiresize: p25570r16)( dot number: tire size: p25570r16 ) | |||
| 11/08/2000 | 1 | ||
| Right rear tire blow out from side wall seperation at 55 mph in south florida on 11/08/00. vehicle rented from budget at orlando airport (ra # mcobd1137287). contact manager at 407-850-6727.( dot number: ) | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 1 | ||
| Consumer lost control of vehicle and was rolled 3 times possibly because of the firestone wilderness at tires(p235 75 r15), at the time of the accident, consumer was not aware of firestone recall and now feels the accident occurred because of the tires, consumer was injured and is requesting reimbursement, possibly related to the suspension of the vehicle. *slc | |||
| 10/20/2000 | 4 | 10/01/2000 | |
| Advised by firestone to follow instructions on placard, none on vehicle. *ak (dot number: 0 tiresize: p235/75r15) (dot number: 0 tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 09/01/2000 | |||
| Vehicle was parked. noticed cracks in left rear tire near/through treads & on casing where tread meets. took to firestone retailer to have tires replaced & tires not on recall. firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15 with 11,000 miles.*ak | |||
| 10/31/2000 | 1 | ||
| Original tires on a ford, explorer 2000, r15 dot 8xhl. while driving a rental vehicle, the left rear firestone wilderness at tire failed,the tire completely came off the rim. consumer fishtailed, but was able to regain control.*ak *slc | |||
| 01/01/2000 | |||
| 16 tire recalled elsewhere, ford not honest, replaced myself $544.47. *ak (dot number: vdcu1px469 tiresize: 255/70/r16) | |||
| 08/21/2000 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle came equipped with firestone wilderness at tires, consumer replaced all four tires prior to recieving notice, upon recieving consumer checked serial # and discovered that his tire were not included in recall 00t-005, consumer request reimbursement. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer request reimbursement for firestone tires which were not apart of the initial recall. nlm | |||
| 05/01/2000 | |||
| These tires are unsafe and should be recalled!*ak (tiresize: p255/70r16)( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 ) | |||
| 10/19/2000 | 1 | 05/19/2000 | |
| Pe00-020; p23575r15, dot #8xhlipy329, original equipment on 2000, ford, explorer with 29,000 miles. on both rear tires there is visible evidence of cracks developing around the edges of the tread ,consumer can actually see cord . *ak five tires were replaced at owner's expense due to discovery of visible cracks and tread separation on both rear tires. *yh | |||
| 10/15/2000 | 1 | 07/01/2000 | |
| Firestone says this tire is not on recall list. it should be. ford will take no responsibility. my question to the dealership was whether or not they knew about a problem with firestone tires at the time they sold me the vechile. if they did know and did not disclose this information to me, they should be held responsible. (dot number: xx tiresize: p255r7016) | |||
| Dealer refused to replace firestone tires because they had a dot# vnhl instead of vdhl, consumer also showed dealer radial surface of the tires that are buldging still refused to replace. nlm | |||
| 08/28/2000 | 5 | 04/01/2000 | |
| 5 firestone wilderness at tires p235 75 r15 were replaced due to mechanic inspecting that all tires were bad, consumer wants reimbursement. *slc | |||
| 2 | |||
| Firestone tires failed prior to recall. *slc | |||
| 1 | |||
| Firestone tires were replaced under recall, consumer paid for the cost of balancing the tires because the dealer she went to first had to give her a raincheck since they didn't have any tires in stock, consumer wants reimbursement. *slc | |||
| 2 | |||
| Firestone tires failed prior to recall. *slc | |||
| Dealer refused to replace firestone tires because they had a dot# vnhl instead of vdhl, consumer also showed dealer radial surface of the tires that are buldging still refused to replace. nlm | |||
| 1 | |||
| Firestone tires were replaced under recall, consumer paid for the cost of balancing the tires because the dealer she went to first had to give her a raincheck since they didn't have any tires in stock, consumer wants reimbursement. *slc | |||
| 08/28/2000 | 5 | 04/01/2000 | |
| 5 firestone wilderness at tires p235 75 r15 were replaced due to mechanic inspecting that all tires were bad, consumer wants reimbursement. *slc | |||
| 10/10/2000 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| Firestone replaced recalled tires with a generic tire. replacement failed no accident. *ak (tiresize: p23575r15)( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 ) | |||
| 10/01/1999 | |||
| Requesting replacement for tires. recd. letter stating not recall | |||
| 09/11/2000 | 4 | 09/01/2000 | |
| I have the wilderness tires ..on my new ford explorer ..i am scared to death for my familys well fair please help (dot number: hd tiresize: 15'225) | |||
| 01/01/2000 | |||
| I need some assistance. i have contacted bridgestone/firestone on several occasions and other than a list of faqs i can get no one to respond. i live in germany, the driving conditions here are vastly different to the us (speed wise) and i need to know how this affects the tires on my car. i have been told by the local aafes garage that they're ok, but they'd recommend changing them anyway! i drive approximately 45 highway miles each day to and from work at speeds seldom less than 90 mph. are these tires safe, is there any type of plan in place to take into account the different driving conditions? many of us are concerned that the safety of our families and ourselves is in serious jeopardy. this is the exact concern i have expressed to the tire company, followed by two more requests that they either answer our questions or put us in touch with someone who can. i feel that because we are overseas serving our country, we're out of sight, out of mind. please help. | |||
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| Tire defect, firestone wilderness | |||
| 03/05/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 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. *ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 10/01/1999 | 2 | 09/01/1999 | |
| 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. 2nd incident 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. *ak (dot number: vdcu-1px tiresize: 255/70r16) | |||
| 11/01/1999 | |||
| 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. *ak (dot number: 8xhl359 tiresize: 235/r75/15) | |||
| 08/29/2000 | 1 | 08/01/2000 | |
| Tire had a blowout at approx. 70 miles per hour.the blow out occurred on the inside side wall just before the tire threads.car went out of control ,but i managed to get car to the side of the road.*ak (dot number: w2hl tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 11/01/1999 | |||
| 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).*ak (dot number: 8xhl359 tiresize: 235/r75/15) | |||
| 11/01/1999 | |||
| 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. *ak (dot number: 8xhl319 tiresize: 235/r75/15) | |||
| 07/05/2000 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| Tire blew while driving at 45mph, tread came apart. *ak( dot number: x8 tire size: 235/75/15 ) | |||
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| While driving the tire failed on the right rear of the car, in maneuvering and trying to control the spin the car rolled over completely. nlm( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 12/01/1999 | |||
| I was told to file a complaint by your webmaster. i purchased this car with firestone wildnerss at tires. in august, prior to the recall announcement, my husband replaced the tires on my car after seeing a rolled over explorer in florida. this was happened. | |||
| 09/19/2000 | 5 | 06/01/2000 | |
| Had my tires checked at firestone but did not feel comfortable, did not see the tires myself. i felt very unsafe driving my own new vehicle, so i went to a place that my son knows the people very well. goodyear. while the truck was up on the mount, i inspected the tires myself and had notice something on the sidewall facing the inside truck. it was on all the tires sidewall. and outer wall. looks like cracking and peeling. also the outer wall on the outside of the truck is turning a funny color. when i asked someone to look at them, a good friend, they said it was the belts ready to give way. the gentlemen at goodyear, was very concerned for my safety and that of my family. they replaced my tires of course i paid for them. they took the time to mark the reciept of the purchase with the damage of the tires. i then went to firestone and showed them, they told me it was heat damage and could not do anything about it. i then took them to where i had purchased the truck and was told that it was tire dressing and mold. so i preceeded to go to the corporate store where i was told that it was rubberized paint. my tires were and still are unsafe and have defaults. i believe that i am entitled to reimbursement for the 5 tires. i was not about to put firestone tires back on my truck. i would not have felt any better.*ak( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 09/06/2000 | 1 | 04/01/2000 | |
| I own a new ford explorer with the brand description of the currently recalled firestone tire, although it did not have the code on the inside of the tire stating that it came specifically from the distribution location currently in question. two weeks ago my right rear tire came completely apart. after much misinformation from ford and firestone, channel 4 news took the story and helped get ford to pay attention to my case. they agreed to pick up the car and replace all four tires for me. the day after the story aired on tv ford (don mclean specifically) called and said that they had changed their minds and were no longer going to replace my tires because they did not come from that specific location. still the tire seperated from my car and essentially making us aware that the problem does not exist solely with the illinois plant. i am a single mother of two little girls and ford and firestone have gone back on their word leaving once again to drive a car with defective tires. i would appreciate your assistance and sincerely hope that you will take this seriously. people with that brand tire, with the code or not, should not drive their car. sincerely, tammy haladwala. *ak( dot number: tire size: p23575r15s ) | |||
| 06/04/2000 | 3 | 05/01/2000 | |
| All three tires, at 26 psi, dismounted in a side collision, causing the car to almost tip over. since then i have received a card from ford sayimg i should keep the tires at 30 psi, cold pressure. i comtacted ford to ask which was the correct cold tire pressure and got an answer saying that a range of 26 to 30 psi is correct. my problem is that i would like the door saftety placard to indicate a correct pressure. 26 pounds - or 30 pounds - or a range of 26 to 30 psi. i am communicating with fmc by e-mail. so far, they do not seem to be willing to supply me waith a correct placard. these tires are not part of the recall. ford has not admitted that the instantaneous dismnounting from the rim of these tires is in any way related to the tire pressure placard on the driver's door. i think that there is a huge diference between a cold 26 psi and a cold 30 psi inflation. i told ford that i would be writing you.( dot number: ? tire size: p23575r15 ) | |||
| Consumer is concerned that the recall 00t005 of the firestone wilderness at tire only covers the firestone 15 inch tire and not the 16 inch tires. nlm | |||
| 12/01/1999 | |||
| Seriously cracking side walls( dot number: vd tire size: p255/70r16 ) | |||
| 04/01/2000 | |||
| 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 ) | |||
| 08/16/2000 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| Tire failure. not tread separation.( dot number: vdcu1px509 tire size: p25570r16 ) | |||
| 02/01/2000 | |||
| 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. *ak( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 ) | |||
| 08/28/2000 | 2 | 10/01/1999 | |
| 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?*ak( dot number: ) | |||
| 3 | 03/01/1999 | ||
| 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 3/4long 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. *ak( dot number: w2 tire size: 235/75r15 ) | |||
| 05/01/2000 | |||
| 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. *ak( dot number: tire size: 16 ) | |||
| 07/01/2000 | |||
| Failure to disclose safety concerns that were known by the manufacturer which would have influenced my decision not to buy it. i therefore want a full refund of my purchase less usage. is this action appropriate?? or do i need to seek redress elsewhere? no safety defect mentioned in summary. *ak | |||
| 09/08/2000 | 4 | 11/01/1999 | |
| These tire are showing signs of complete deteriaton( dot number: vdoupx4091 tire size: 255/70r/16 ) | |||
| 08/25/2000 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| When the story about the wilderness tires first broke i was in a panic because i travel every day for my job. on 8/09/200 i went to firestone to get my tires inspected and they said my tires were fine. i was asked if i found anything unusal riding on these tires. i told him it was like a flat spot on my tires. he said that was normal for this type of tire. on 8/25/00 i was traveling across a bridge about 55 to 60 mph i felt my rear end swaying then heard a noise like a helicopter i knew something was wrong. i pulled on the side of the bridge and saw my rear tire was blown with pieces of rubber all around. i called ford and they sent eddie's tow truck out. a policeman stopped and called to make sure he was on his way. eddie's took me to the firestone dealer in town. i was told that if i was not on the recall sheet for these tires that they could adjust my tire . well i was not about to put the same tire back on knowing what was happening firestone did not take down my dot# and report this , they did not want to bother with me because i was not on the recall sheet. i had to go somewhere else where i could purchase 5 new tires equivalent to the type that were on my vehicle.i had 11,200 miles on those tires and as i said i travel every day around the state for my job. i was not going to be a statistic before firestone decides to recall all wilderness tires . i value my life to much. as you can see i am very upset. i hope by sending in this complaint no one will die because of these tires and firestone will recall all of the wilderness tires( dot number: 8xhl1py110 tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 08/30/2000 | 4 | 08/01/2000 | |
| After purchasing the vehicle new, we noticed vibration at high speeds. ford service found nothing wrong with the explorer. when the recalled was announced we had the local ntb tire company check the tires as the vibration had become very pronounced even before there was 1500 miles of the truck. ntb recommended replacement of the tires. at our own expense, because the firestone company refused to look at the tires for 2 months (they were too busy and we had to be put on a waiting list) we had ntb replace the wilderness at tires with michelin tires. the vibration immediately ceased. the truck rides smoothly and we have had no more problems. firestone refuses to discuss taking the tires back even though we explained the problem we were having.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 09/05/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 09/01/2000 | 1 | 06/01/2000 | |
| Email sent to both ford and firestone on 9/3/00 as follows:( dot number: 8xhl1py070 tire size: 235/75/15 ) | |||
| 09/01/1999 | |||
| Replaced firestone wilderness tires after recall started....our tires do not bear the vd mark indicating decatur plant, but we found a hairline crack around the tire at the tread edge on at least one tire....we replaced with michelins and want to be reimbursed ...wondering if recall will extend to all wilderness at. *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 07/09/2000 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| We were driving along the road and then the back tire just blew out we did not hit anything and it was blown out the side like it had been shot at. this happened in july 2000 we called our dealer and he said it was not under warrantyso we brang it to a tire shop in lindstrom and had a new one put on.of course we did not save it at the time it was destroyed. should i be concerned with the other tires now and can we be reimbersed for the one we lost ? according to my recall notice my tires are not covered in the recall but ever since our tire just blew out for no reason i am very concerned. please notify me if i should have my tires changed or what i should do. thank you very much kevin eichten( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 09/01/1999 | |||
| Replaced firestone wilderness tires after recall started....our tires do not bear the vd mark indicating decatur plant, but we found a hairline crack around the tire at the tread edge on at least one tire....we replaced with michelins and want to be reimbursed ...wondering if recall will extend to all wilderness at. *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 09/08/2000 | 4 | 11/01/1999 | |
| These tire are showing signs of complete deteriaton( dot number: vdoupx4091 tire size: 255/70r/16 ) | |||
| 09/01/2000 | 1 | 06/01/2000 | |
| Email sent to both ford and firestone on 9/3/00 as follows:( dot number: 8xhl1py070 tire size: 235/75/15 ) | |||
| 09/05/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 07/09/2000 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| We were driving along the road and then the back tire just blew out we did not hit anything and it was blown out the side like it had been shot at. this happened in july 2000 we called our dealer and he said it was not under warrantyso we brang it to a tire shop in lindstrom and had a new one put on.of course we did not save it at the time it was destroyed. should i be concerned with the other tires now and can we be reimbersed for the one we lost ? according to my recall notice my tires are not covered in the recall but ever since our tire just blew out for no reason i am very concerned. please notify me if i should have my tires changed or what i should do. thank you very much kevin eichten( dot number: w2hl tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 08/30/2000 | 4 | 08/01/2000 | |
| After purchasing the vehicle new, we noticed vibration at high speeds. ford service found nothing wrong with the explorer. when the recalled was announced we had the local ntb tire company check the tires as the vibration had become very pronounced even before there was 1500 miles of the truck. ntb recommended replacement of the tires. at our own expense, because the firestone company refused to look at the tires for 2 months (they were too busy and we had to be put on a waiting list) we had ntb replace the wilderness at tires with michelin tires. the vibration immediately ceased. the truck rides smoothly and we have had no more problems. firestone refuses to discuss taking the tires back even though we explained the problem we were having.( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 08/25/2000 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| When the story about the wilderness tires first broke i was in a panic because i travel every day for my job. on 8/09/200 i went to firestone to get my tires inspected and they said my tires were fine. i was asked if i found anything unusal riding on these tires. i told him it was like a flat spot on my tires. he said that was normal for this type of tire. on 8/25/00 i was traveling across a bridge about 55 to 60 mph i felt my rear end swaying then heard a noise like a helicopter i knew something was wrong. i pulled on the side of the bridge and saw my rear tire was blown with pieces of rubber all around. i called ford and they sent eddie's tow truck out. a policeman stopped and called to make sure he was on his way. eddie's took me to the firestone dealer in town. i was told that if i was not on the recall sheet for these tires that they could adjust my tire . well i was not about to put the same tire back on knowing what was happening firestone did not take down my dot# and report this , they did not want to bother with me because i was not on the recall sheet. i had to go somewhere else where i could purchase 5 new tires equivalent to the type that were on my vehicle.i had 11,200 miles on those tires and as i said i travel every day around the state for my job. i was not going to be a statistic before firestone decides to recall all wilderness tires . i value my life to much. as you can see i am very upset. i hope by sending in this complaint no one will die because of these tires and firestone will recall all of the wilderness tires( dot number: 8xhl1py110 tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 12/27/1999 | |||
| Consumer concerned that the 16 inch firestone wilderness at tires are not included in the recall with the 15 inch tire. nlm | |||
| 08/06/2000 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 07/10/2000 | 07/01/2000 | ||
| The tires float or hydroplane in rain. our constant near wrecks and loss of control during the first 1400 miles driven caused us to replace the tires. my husband, don mcree, called steve formby to discuss the problem. the promised return calls never happened. these tires are extremely dangerous. they are standard equipment on explorer's in snow areas, yet they don't hold the road in light rain. they need to be removed from the market immediately.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 ) | |||
| 11/05/1999 | 1 | 09/01/1999 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 05/01/2000 | 2 | 10/01/1999 | |
| 2000, explorer sport with original tires; 2 rear tires had flats at 3,000 miles. ford dealer & firestone center didn't do anything. *ak ford put the customer on priority list to replace the tires but the customer stillwaiting after 4 weeks. *yh | |||
| 07/01/2000 | |||
| 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 ) | |||
| 1 | 04/01/2000 | ||
| 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 ) | |||
| 08/18/2000 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 08/28/2000 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 08/19/2000 | 06/01/2000 | ||
| No summary( dot number: vdcu1px tire size: 255-70r16 ) | |||
| 07/18/2000 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| Going down the highway, my tire went flat. i went across the highway dodging oncoming traffic. two men witnessed this and stopped to help. i did not file a report because 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 ) | |||
| 07/14/2000 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 02/01/2000 | 11/01/1999 | ||
| Just wanted to let ntsb know of another failure and get on record. cool weather, not speeding. firrestone refused to honor the warrenty. thnx jim( dot number: ) | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 2 | 03/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 03/10/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 06/09/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 06/19/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 08/17/2000 | 4 | 04/01/2000 | |
| 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 much broader problem than they are stating..thank you, richard powell( dot number: 8xhl tire size: p235/r15 ) | |||
| 07/01/2000 | |||
| 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 ) | |||
| 04/01/2000 | 11/01/1999 | ||
| Sent an e-mail to for saying that my tires had turned green around the( dot number: vncu tire size: p25570r16 ) | |||
| 12/06/1999 | 1 | 10/01/1999 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 08/15/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 02/21/2000 | 02/01/2000 | ||
| We purchased a 2000 ford explorer in feb of 2000, we had an accident where the vehicle slid of of the road and then rolled. we were driving under the posted spped limit and no other cars were involved. it was raining and wet and we hydroplaned of the road. unfortunately i only have minimal information on the vehical because it was totaled soon after it was purchased. the information that i have provided is from the accident report and memory as all paper-work etc.. was still in the car and subsequenly lost in the accident. i have been trying to find out if the car was equiped with the firestone tires that are being recalled - as that may have attributed to the serverity of the accident. i know that when i went back to sign the explorer over to the insurance company the tires were serverly damaged. i broke my collar bone and my expectant wife only had minor scraps (the baby turned out fine). any information that you could provide to me would be greatly appeviated as i am getting tiered of getting no where. thank you. jason koch | |||
| 08/08/2000 | 1 | 05/15/2000 | |
| Pe00-020; original equipment with ford explorer, 2000, 4800 miles p255/70r16 and dot # vncuipx529. right rear tire blew the sidewall out while driving at approximately 70 mph . no prior warning. consumer contacted ford and firestone, but both did not inspect tire, and was told driver must have hit something.*ak | |||
| 08/10/2000 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 06/29/2000 | 49 | 06/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 07/01/2000 | |||
| 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 ) | |||
| 03/06/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| 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 him if 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 | |||
| 07/24/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Heard a loud sound that sounded like an explosion, then felt wheel losing control and about to go over the ramp, vehicle hard to control, stopped just in time , tire on the driver side exploded. | |||
| 1 | 07/01/2000 | ||
| 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 | |||
| 08/03/2000 | 12/01/1999 | ||
| 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.*ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 08/02/2000 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| 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.*ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 1 | 01/18/2000 | |
| Consumer has gone through the board from the lemon law to try & confirm there is a problem with the stability of the vehicle. board disagreed with the consumer. when traveling 65-70mph, consumer stated that it was very hard to maintain control of vehicle. serviceman from dealership test drove vehicle & found that there could be a problem, but didn't confirm it. they were refusing to give money back for the unwanted vehicle. consumer said it was swaying & wondered when going around curves. *ak problem could also be related to faulty firestone wilderness 16 tires. *slc | |||
| 08/01/2000 | 11/01/1999 | ||
| 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 up to 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. *ak( dot number: w2hl1py299 tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 10/01/1999 | |||
| 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 ) | |||
| 07/10/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 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: ) | |||
| 07/14/2000 | 1 | 06/01/2000 | |
| Tire blew out after getting underway after a traffic light( dot number: vd3705 tire size: lt255/7516 ) | |||
| 07/28/2000 | 12/01/1999 | ||
| 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: ) | |||
| 05/01/2000 | |||
| These tires are terrible in the rain despite having part time 4x4. *ak( dot number: tire size: 15 ) | |||
| 07/27/2000 | 07/21/2000 | ||
| Brought vehicle with firestone tires. fear of driving with the tires on the car. | |||
| 05/29/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Tire blew out on 6-month old vehicle--highway driving, nearly caused collision and ruined tire. *ak( dot number: ) | |||
| 08/05/2000 | 1 | 07/01/2000 | |
| 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. *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ) | |||
| 04/01/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| I have had numersous complaints about this vehicle some have reoccurred, and some have never been fixed. no safety defect listed in summary. *ak( dot number: tire size: stock ) | |||
| 06/29/2000 | 1 | 03/23/2000 | |
| A bubble appeared on the firestone wilderness at tire p235/75r15 dot w2hl after driving about 700 miles at 70-75 mph, consumer states there was vibration, consumer also states that by the next morning the bubble went away, however the vibration is still in vehicle. *slc | |||
| 07/21/2000 | 1 | 01/15/2000 | |
| While driving, firestone wilderness at tire p235/75r15 dot 8xhl 1py was making a clunking noise, then went flat, inspected tires and found right rear tire had a hole where it meets the sidewall. *slc | |||
| 1 | |||
| While driving, vehicle experiences vibration, causing the seats in the passenger compartment to shake, tires are firestone wilderness at p255/70r15, dealer has balanced tires twice, however vehicle still vibrates. *slc | |||
| 06/30/2000 | 0 | ||
| Pe00020; front left driver's side tire has air coming from that tire. tires were firestone #atx p235/75r15/105s. consumer put air in the tire, and three days later the tire was flat again. *ak | |||
| 08/07/2000 | 0 | ||
| Consumer had been putting air into rear left tire many times even though there isn't a tread separation, but is something that concerned the tires. *ak | |||
| 05/04/2000 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| Passengener's tires were not adequate to be left on. rear tires broke from inside due to weight of vehicle. dealer was aware.*ak the tire which was used on the light truck was inadequate for the weight of the vehicle. but ford motor company was unwilling to help and the customer paid for replacing it. (p255/70r/16). *yh | |||
| TIRES - SIDEWALL | |||
| 07/16/2002 | 7 | 06/01/2000 | |
| While driving and with no warning, the left rear tire sidewall started to separate, causing a tire blowout. dealer notifed. size p235 175r15, dot6#m6hlfnwr2801. *ak the vehicle started to sway to the left-2 times. the consumer's husband then started to decelerate, and on the third time the left rear tire exploded. the vehicle was very difficult to control, and damage was done to the panel(vent peelings), and the tires/rims needed to be replaced. (other) problems in detail are as followed: the wheel/tires were out of round, there was a vibration from the drive shaft, steering/excessive tire wear, and the engine thermostat is sticking. *scc | |||
| 11/22/2000 | 1 | ||
| Consumer states tire is flat. a leak was found in the sidewall of the firestone wilderness at 235/75r15 tire. dealer replaced bad tire. consumer received reimbursement for tire through tire replacement program however, did not receive reimbursement for 4 additional wilderness at 15 inch tires (serial # w2hl 1py379). *tt | |||
| 04/16/2001 | 1 | 03/17/2000 | |
| Consumer was driving at approximately 70 mph and approaching an entrance ramp for interstate and another vehicle was entering interstate and was heading directly towards consumer's vehicle. consumer could not move into next lane. inched over into next lane, then all of a sudden, vehicle was absolutely uncontrollable, and rolled down the interstate atleast 2 times, landing up right. upon examination, there was a 2 inch tear along sidewall of left rear firestone tire. there were approximately 14,349 miles on the tires. *ak firestone wilderness at tires, p255/70r16, dot vncu1px060, there were 3 injuries in the accident. *slc | |||
| 04/04/2001 | 2 | 09/01/2000 | |
| Original tire on a ford, explorer, 2000. right passenger tire separated at sidewall at 40 mph.*ak firestone wilderenss, size p235/75r15, passenger rear tire experienced sidewall separation almost causing consumer to lose control. *slc | |||
| 06/22/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Firestone wilderness tire dot w2hl experienced sidewall tread separation and went flat while consumer was driving, consumer is requesting reimbursement, consumer is requesting the recall extend to include these tires. *slc | |||
| 02/25/2001 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| The tire blew out on the side wall where the thread adheres to the sidewall.*ak (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 ) | |||
| 12/27/2000 | 1 | ||
| Travailing at 45 mph on cold road sidewall blewout. *ak (dot number: 8xhl tiresize: p23575r15) | |||
| 04/14/2000 | 1 | 04/01/2000 | |
| 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 ) | |||
| 08/01/2000 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| 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. *ak( dot number: tire size: p255/70r16 ) | |||
| 04/14/2000 | 1 | 10/01/1999 | |
| Firestone wilderness p255/70r16 on this 2000 truck. sidewall separated after 40 minutes of driving and parking. firestone was contacted. *ak | |||
| TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | |||
| 12/15/2005 | 1 | 02/01/2003 | |
| Dt: the contact stated the spare tire was mounted under the vehicle with a cable, and the tire fell off. he went to a mechanic for an oil change and noticed the spare tire was missing, and the cable was frayed, the contact was unsure of when this occurred. the dealership was contacted, and they have not gotten back in touch with the contact. *ak | |||
| 06/15/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving 45 mph, a loud banging noise was heard from rear. the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pull over. the winch cable wire sheared off and caused the spare tire to fall off and bounced underneath the vehicle. the driver was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the driver that this vehicle was no longer under warranty. please fill in additional information. *la | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 1 | ||
| 1993 ford explorer--spare tire cable rusted out about 2 years ago and we have no idea if this tire fell out on an interstate or local traffic, we now also have a 2000 ford explorer. will the same thing happen again? my son-in-law was transporting prisoners with a 1998 explorer and the same thing happened to him in traffic. *la | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 10/27/2005 | 100000 | 1 | 10/01/2005 |
| Dt: contact states while driving vehicle on the interstate at 60 mph the tread separated from the tire. this, in turn, caused the vehicle to lose control. the vehicle bounced back and forth, sending the occupants from side to side, up and down, almost causing the vehicle to over turn. when the vehicle stopped it hit the pavement , causing extensive damage to the vehicle. there was no vibration in the vehicle or the tires prior to this incident. the tire was located on the back driver's side. injuries were sustained. no police report taken.*ak | |||
| 06/26/2005 | 1 | 12/15/1999 | |
| Bought a set of continantal tires for my 2000 ford ranger. after using the tires for sometime (approx 40% ware) i noticed a slight shaking with the vehicle. i took the vehicle into the same shop i got the tires and had them rotated and the front end aligned. the vehicle immediately started to get worse. i was waiting for my next day off but the day before my day off i was traveling at 75 mph on i-95 in palm bay, florida and the tread on the right rear tire seperated. although i was able to maintain control of the vehicle it did turn sideways on the road three times and at one point i was up on only two tires. upon checking i found that all tires were inflated but the tire tread on the right rear side had seperated from the tire. that same day i returned to the tire shop and had the manager look at the tire. he said that the tire shoulg not have done what it did with that short amount of miles on it. he said that firestone would replace the tires and repair the damage done to the right rear area of my truck bed. i was instructed to call the the firestone clames officer which i did on the morning of 06-27-05. also on that date i was contacted by the tire dealer that firestone would not handle the clame as the tires were continantal. i had to call contintal and they were not very helpful. after a very long conversation they finally agreed to cover a new set of tires with a 60% discount. i got firestone tires. they are also insisting that i send them the defective tire for their examination to see if they would fix the damage to my truck. i do not think that i should send the evidence of their defective tire to them and loose custody of it. i asked if someone in florida could check the tire and they said no> i feel that the tire was defective, i feel that my life and safety was in question and i feel that contential tire company is attempting to conceal this by taking, or attempting, to take possession of the tire. | |||
| 09/09/2004 | 67000 | 1 | |
| While driving 55 mph, the tire tread separated. this caused a roll over. the vehicle was towed. please provide more information. *jb | |||
| 1 | |||
| While vehicle was being serviced technician determined all four tires tread broke. cooper tire, p255/70r16. *ak | |||
| 07/08/2003 | 2 | 12/22/1999 | |
| Tread separation on left rear tire of 2000 ford explorer caused driver to lose control of vehicle. detread tire was put on the explorer as part of the firestone recall in sept. 2000. vehicle rolled several times, driver side leading. both occupants were belted. front passenger remains in a coma. tire continental contitrac suv m + s 235/75 r15 adhl ejj 4600. *jb | |||
| 07/14/2002 | 23000 | 2 | 07/21/2000 |
| The vehicle developed severe vibration and immediately the left rear tire experienced complete tread separation. this caused damage to the left fender. the driver was able to maintain control and changed over to a spare tire to continue his trip. on another occasion, there was a thumping sound and the right rear tire developed a bulge and became unusable. *tt *jb | |||
| 02/04/2003 | |||
| Continental tire on his vehicle causing the steering column to veer to the left and right intermittently. fill in additional information, name of the tire and serial number is requested. ph | |||
| 01/22/2003 | 37000 | 1 | 10/14/2001 |
| I currently drive a 2000 ford explorer 6 cyl. 2 wheel drive w/ goodyear wrangler rt/s tires. i was recently notified by midas of orland park after having my front brakes replaced that the front passenger tire has a belt that has shifted. my tires were replaced due to the recall of the firestone tires. at that time i had roughly 16,000 miles on the suv. at the present time i have just under 40,000 miles on the suv. i did not notice that the tire was bad mainly due to the fact that the ford explorer is a very rough ride. i do not go off roading with this vehicle nor do intentially hit large bumps or pot holes at a rapid speed. i am not only disappointed with the performance of the vehicle but also with the performance of the tires. since the explorer rides rough (a side to side wobbling motion) i can see were many accidents occured. the owner of the vehicle is unable to detect a default in the tire. the question i pose is, is ford at fault because of there inadequate engineering and unstabe suspension or is goodyear at fault for the manufacturing of faulty tires? | |||
| 08/02/2002 | 1 | 10/01/2000 | |
| While driving, the left rear tire experienced a blowout where the tread meets the sidewall. consumer is seeking reimbursement for the purchase of new tires. ford replaced the firestone tires with the general tires and didn't want to replace all four tires like she asked. consumer was aware of the blowout problems with general tires. general ameri 660 as size/d255/70r16, dot number adcu db2 *scc | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer discovered that two of the firestone at p235/75r15 tires were apart of the recall, consumer replaced the tires and was assured by firestone that she would receive 100% reimbursement for the replacement tires, consumer states she has not received any reimbursement and feels she is getting the runaround from ford and firestone.*jb | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 1 | 05/04/2000 | |
| After purchase of firestone 235/75r15 wilderness at tires (dot # 8xhl), consumer found tread caps had a saw tooth shape measuring about 3/4 inch crosswise and a deep crack in the tread cap, consumer replaced tires after recall notice and was reimbursed. *tt | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer discovered that two of the firestone at p235/75r15 tires were apart of the recall, consumer replaced the tires and was assured by firestone that she would receive 100% reimbursement for the replacement tires, consumer states she has not received any reimbursement and feels she is getting the runaround from ford and firestone.*jb | |||
| 09/10/2001 | 1 | 08/01/1999 | |
| Tread tore off while traveling from california. caused extensive damage to the side of the car. have contacted ford and the dealership. which neither will take responsibility for damage. am calling firestone next. *ak (tiresize: 235/75r/15) | |||
| 08/10/2000 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| The vehicles tires were replaced one month prior to recall notice, consumer request reimbursement (firestone wilderness at). nlm | |||
| 1 | |||
| The front tire experienced tread separation which caused the entire front wall of the tire to separate from the tread and the rear wall barely hanging on, the tire was not included in recall because in was not made at the decatur plant, the consumer purchased four new non firestone tires (firestone wilderness at p235/75r15). nlm | |||
| While traveling 40mph heard a loud boom. maintained control of vehicle. pulled over and stopped vehicle. called triple a after noticing rubber had seared and melted on left rear tire. tread was partially on. some of tread came off. tire was hard to remove from rim. firestone, wilderness atx with 18,000 miles.*ak | |||
| 04/04/2001 | 1 | 09/01/2000 | |
| Pe 00 020/tread separation: left rear tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at 40 mph, with only driver in a 2000 ford, explorer; original equipment, tire size p235/75r15, dot# unavailable; dealer notified. *ak tire separated at sidewall, causing damage to the molding on the right rear door. *slc | |||
| 02/11/2000 | |||
| Left & right tires lost tread after sliding across black ice. this caused vehicle to rollover. vehicle was rental from hertz. driver/passenger suffered injuries, and had emergency room treatment. vehicle could not be located.*ak | |||
| 12/21/2000 | 1 | ||
| While driving less than 30 mph, there was a blow out on right rear wilderness at p25570r16 tire, not involved in recall (00t-005), owner would like to be reimbursed for cost of 4 new michelin tires. cj | |||
| 08/13/2000 | 1 | ||
| Replaced 2 firestone wilderness at tires p23575r15(vdhl) august 13, 2000, consumer seeking reimbursement under recall (00t-005). cj | |||
| 08/12/1999 | 1 | 12/23/1999 | |
| Right rear tire tread separated fom the tire while driving, dealer refused to replace the tire since it was not included in recall (firestone wilderness at p235/75r15). nlm | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| The firestone tires on the vehicle experienced failure, however not included in the recall (oot-005). *mjs | |||
| 09/30/2000 | 1 | ||
| While driving the right rear firestone tire separated from the wheel causing the steering wheel to vibrate, these tires were not included under recall, consumer purchased five new tires and request reimbursement. nlm | |||
| 06/01/2000 | |||
| Experienced problems with tires, before recall (00t-005). *cj | |||
| 12/05/2000 | 2 | 11/30/2000 | |
| Goodyear wrangler tires p255/70r16 experienced belt separation, the 2 tires had less than 100 miles on them when consumer started noticing poor ride and noise from faulty tires, dealer replaced tires. *slc | |||
| 09/30/2000 | 1 | ||
| While driving the right rear firestone tire separated from the wheel causing the steering wheel to vibrate, these tires were not included under recall, consumer purchased five new tires and request reimbursement. nlm | |||
| 08/14/2000 | 4 | 04/18/2000 | |
| Ford, explorer, tire size p255/70r16, dot # vncu1px529. consumer noticed tire was discolored, and possible tread failure. replaced with goodyear tires. *ak these tires are made in canada are known failures. *yh | |||
| 06/24/2000 | 1 | 06/22/2000 | |
| Firestone tire experienced tread separation, consumer requests reimbursement. *slc | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer replaced all four firestone wilderness tires (p255/70r1) once the dealership notice that the interface point where the wall meets the tread is not rigid but very soft compared to the other three tires, it can be pressed with minimum pressure, consumer request reimbursement for tires replaced. nlm | |||
| Firestone tires are included in recall 00t005, consumer is disappointed that she is on a back order list and has yet to receive replacement tires. *slc | |||
| 2 | |||
| Had to replace all 4 tires on vehicle after 14,888 miles - signs of tread separation on two of the tires - vehicle purchased and licensed in arkansas but being driven by son in navy stationed at afb in oklahoma city. vehicle purchased in late spring of 2000 -- lots of miles (avg. nearly 800 miles per week) mostly on highway at speeds of 70 mph. when son brought home had to hold steering wheel tightly with two hands at all times to adequately maintain control of vehicle. called local firestone dealer to inspect and they refused since tires were not part of recall so had all tires replaced. am currently storing replaced tires in garage pending some sort of adjustment / replacement. ford dealer agreed tires needed to be replaced but did not offer any assistance. (dot number: 8xhl1py389 tiresize: p235/75r15) | |||
| 1 | 08/01/2000 | ||
| Right front tire showed signs of separation which was confirmed by inspector of tire dealer, consumer replaced all 4 tires plus spare with different brand (firestone wilderness at p255-16-70). nlm | |||
| 10/21/2000 | 1 | 12/15/1999 | |
| Original tires on a 2000, ford, explorer sport, p23575r15, hd. driver's rear tire, while traveling at 65 mph no bumps on the road, tire separated in 3 sections, completely seperated. consumer stated that tire busted fuel tank feeder tube.*ak | |||
| 07/14/2000 | 1 | ||
| Please send any info available on this vehicle rolling due to tire blowouts. also anything availbale from firestone wilderness tires. vehicel was on freeway tire blew out and vehicle rolled both passengers at casa grande hospitla with injuries no other vehicle involved. (claim# 03-3158-203) *mw | |||
| 09/05/2000 | 1 | ||
| Insured was traveling s on hwy 9 and she lost control of vehicle. someone driving behind said they saw the right front go down and then driver lost control. insured stated that it could be the firestone tires on the vehicle possible tire failure-firestone wilderness at 235/75r15. (claim# 11-3519-789) *mw | |||
| 07/23/2000 | 1 | ||
| Firestone: there was a recall on this vehicle for the tires and this car was involved in a roll-over the tires may have contributed to the accident. (claim# 52-2406-471) *mw | |||
| 08/14/2000 | 1 | ||
| Firestone wilerness p255/70r16 rear tire blew out causing her to lose control and hit a curb and mailbox and then the other tire blew she thinks this might be due to the defective tires these tires are not included in the recall so far but we have inspected and confirmed the right rear tire did blow which caused insd to lose control. (claim# 11-3509-192) *mw | |||
| 06/27/2000 | 1 | ||
| We understand the national highway safety traffic administrations is investigating if the firestone tires on explorers are defective. fatality involved firestone wilderness 235/75r15 # 8xhl 1py apr trailmark p235/75r15 dot # pj. (claim# 03-3155-368) *mw | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer purchased vehicle that were equipped with the recalled firestone tires, consumer was not notified of the recall, when inspection was completed at the dealership to determine if they were included they were found to be the defective tires, no remedy was offered by the dealership, consumer requesting new tires. *mjs | |||
| 09/28/2000 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| She was traveling about 25mph on the highway and hit a pothole in the street, and front left tire was puncturd inside of the tire. she took the spare out and replaced it. she took the tire to a tire repair shop tried to repair and the tire would not hold air and the tire started splitting at the middle of the tire. the tires are firestone wilderness at p23575r15. she has received a recall letter.*ak the firestone dealer refuses to replace the tire even after telling the consumer that the tire would be replaced free of charge. *slc | |||
| 09/27/2000 | |||
| Pe00 020 ;vehicle was parked in front of house and he noticed that there were stress marks going all around the tires. he has contacted firestone, and attendant told him that tires were not on recall. firestone, wilderness#at p23575r15., #dot, made in canada.*ak | |||
| 09/24/2000 | |||
| Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 40mph on highway and driver's side rear tire was flat. there was a lot of olay in the steering wheel. tire was firestone wilderness #at p23575r15 #dot w-2. *ak | |||
| 09/01/2000 | |||
| Pe00 020; consumer stated that front driver's side tires are showing bubbles. he has contacted firestone. the tires are firestone #at p23575r15, no injuries.*ak | |||
| 02/15/2000 | 0 | ||
| Consumer was driving about 65-70 mph and back right tire blewout. after examining the tire, found that the tread was peeling off.*ak | |||
| 02/01/2000 | |||
| 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.*ak( dot number: vd tire size: 235 ) | |||
| I would like just to say that on interstate i 15 in california, that between barstow and baker, there are alot of tire treads along side the road, and i though maybe this could be some sort of help in investiaging the firestone tires. just a though. *ak | |||
| 09/15/2000 | 1 | ||
| Pe00020, original equipment on 2000, explorer, tire size 235/75r15, dot 8xhl1ry489. spare tire on a new vehicle still in stock. had a bubble in the tread which caused tire to be very mushy and soft. *ak the tread for spare tire separated before the tire was used. *yh | |||
| I would like just to say that on interstate i 15 in california, that between barstow and baker, there are alot of tire treads along side the road, and i though maybe this could be some sort of help in investiaging the firestone tires. just a though. *ak | |||
| 1 | 07/15/2000 | ||
| Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 2000 ford, explorer,tires size p255r7016 dot number vdcu1px439 tires only have 13 thousand miles on them. the left rear tire tread is wobbling, tread is seperating from tire. *ak these tires are made at decatur and the customer feels that they should be recalled regardless of size. *yh | |||
| Fierstone, wilderness/at, p235/75r15 original equipment on ford, explorer 2000. rear driver's side tire blewout while driving at 50 mph in cool weather condition. firestone has been contacted, and charged consumer to replace the tire.*ak firestone wilderness at p235/75/r15 *mw | |||
| 06/01/2000 | |||
| Pe00 020; consumer was getting ready to go out of town and noticed that right passenger's tire tread was beginning to separate. at this time he has contacted firestone. firestone wilderness#at p23570r15 d0t ity. *ak | |||
| 06/03/2000 | 1 | 12/22/1999 | |
| Tread started to split apart, replace | |||
| 06/22/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| Tire blew out while driving normally down the highway. *ak( dot number: ) | |||
| 07/21/2000 | 05/29/2000 | ||
| Pe00020; tire tread separation: tire on the rear passenger's side bubbled and split. tire size p25570r16, original tire equipment. tire was taken to a tire dealership. tire was replaced with a new wilderness tire at owner's expense. owner has replaced all tires with kelly tires. please provide any further information and dot# if possible.*ak firestone wilderness at p255/70/r16 *mw | |||
| 03/01/2000 | |||
| How many must die before nhtsa steps up to this disaster? this is unexcusable! no safety defect listed within summary. *ak( dot number: ) | |||
| 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 vehicle has 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. *ak( dot number: ) | |||
| 01/01/2000 | |||
| 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? *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75 r1 ) | |||
| 07/14/2000 | 1 | 07/01/2000 | |
| 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. *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75 r1 ) | |||
| 06/09/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| While driving, firestone wilderness at tire p255/70r16 experienced blowout due to tread separation, consumer was charged for replacement even though vehicle only had 9450 miles on it. *slc | |||
| 07/12/2000 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| 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? *ak( dot number: tire size: 23575r15 ) | |||
| 03/01/2000 | |||
| 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 that sold 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 6 other countries ford motor co recalled the tires. i need assistance imediately as i am afraid to use my vehicle. i can not take the chance of having my grad kids killed by faulty 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 co care 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. *ak( dot number: tire size: 15 inch ) | |||
| 04/01/2000 | |||
| Pe02000; tire tread separation: while driving 25/35 mph, rear tire on the driver's side blew up aftering being hit by another vehicle. driver lost control of vehicle, resulting in a crash. driver was the only passenger in the explorer, and sustained minor and major injuries. tire was a firestone, wilderness, original equipment. vehicle was totalled. firestone/ ford has not been contacted about the problem. please list tire size/dot # and any other information pertaining to crash. *ak | |||
| Pe02000; tire tread separation: while driving about 30 mph, tire on passenger's front side went flat for no reason. tire was taken to berekley tire dealership. this was a firestone, wilderness tire, original equipment. please list vin #, tire size/dot # and date of incident. *ak | |||
| 07/01/2000 | 0 | ||
| Pe00.020; consumer was driving on the freeway and was traveling about 65mph and heard a popping noise right rear tire tread separated from wheel. *ak | |||
| 11/29/1999 | 10/28/1999 | ||
| While driving at 65mph rear driver's side tire blewout. vehicle was a ford explorer. dealer couldn't find a reason for this to happen. *ak firestone wilderness at p255/70/r16 *mw | |||
| 07/22/2000 | 1 | 05/21/2000 | |
| Pe00-020: was traveling 67mph when without warning had heard firestone wilderness tire exploded. tire tread had separated from tire on passenger's right rear. wheel was damaged. had 2,600 miles on vehicle. changed the tire & went to firestone first. could not help. went to ford dealership & had tire exchanged. firestone wilderness tire were originals, size p235/75r15. *ak | |||