Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
TIRES - TREAD/BELT
00T005000BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE, INC. T (Tire)1440000008/26/2000ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/21/200008/10/2000
Defect SummaryTire 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 SummaryIf the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.
Corrective SummaryThe 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
01X001000FORD MOTOR COMPANY X1300000006/04/2001MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY05/22/200105/22/2001
Defect SummaryThis is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. equipment description: ford is replacing all firestone wilderness at 15, 16, and 17 inch tires mounted on ford trucks and suvs. ford reports tread separation can occur due to a combination of the sensitivity of the tire design to stress, aging, and manufacturing differences between plants. ford is replacing these tires to prevent possible premature tire failure. vehicle description: the vehicles listed below may have been originally equipped with firestone wilderness at tires or may have had wilderness at tires installed during the firestone recall launched in august 2000. certain 1991 throught 2002 ford explorer certain 2001 throught 2002 explorer sport, and sport trac certain 1997 through 2002 mercury mountaineer certain 1991 through 2001 ranger certain 1999 through 2001 expedition certain 1991 through 1994, and 1997 model year f-series certain 1991 through 1994 bronco note: both original equipment and replacement tires are affected.
Consequence SummaryShould the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Corrective SummaryThe replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on march 31, 2002. however, customers can contact ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.ford.com for possible assistance.
Notes

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
TIRES
1651001/01/200310005088P225/70r15 firestone wilderness ht tire may exhibit excessive tire cupping/feathering on the outside edges of the front tires. oasis. *tt01/29/2004
01B7710/01/2001628153Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt03/05/2002
99515705/01/1999606945Information on maintaining tire pressure. *tt09/08/1999
1255403/01/1999605291Subject regarding revolutions per mile tire size data. *tt06/07/1999

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
TIRES
10/30/2012175000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger with definity dakota h/t tires, size p225/70/r15 (n/a). the contact stated that the driver was traveling approximately 60 mph and lost control of the vehicle. the driver crashed into a center highway median. the driver sustained injuries to the chin and arm due to the air bag deployment. after inspecting the vehicle, the driver noticed that the tread on the rear passenger side tire was separated. the police were contacted and a police report was filed of the incident. the vehicle was later towed to the contact
10/30/2012175000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger with dakota h/t definity(na), size p225/70/r15. the contact stated that the driver was traveling approximately 60 mph and the vehicle lost control and the driver crashed into the center median on the highway. the driver sustained injuries to her chin and arm due to the air bag deployment. after inspecting the vehicle the driver noticed that the rear passenger tire tread separated. the police were contacted and a report was available. the vehicle was later towed home. the manufacturer was later contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage on the tire were unknown. the failure and current mileages on the vehicle were approximately 175,000. tb
06/24/20081
 I have had 2 of these tires blow out on me. the first happened about 3 weeks ago when the vehicle was sitting in my driveway. heard a loud boom at 10 minutes to midnight. went outside and found a gash in the tire on the side wall about 5 to 6 inches long. i had though some one had slashed the tire but the police officer said that the tire blew out from the inside. this tire was on the right front of the 99 ford ranger pick up. i had it replaced with the same tire brand and model. the second tire blew out 6/24 while i was driving at 65 mph on interstate 81. this was the left front tire. the side wall has completely separated from the tread. it looks like the separation starts right above the raised white lettering. one of the other 2 original tires has some of the white beginning to show above the white lettering. the tire that was replaced 3 weeks ago is also beginning to have some of the white that is under the black color of the tire show through right above the lettering. i have replaced all the tires on my vehicle with kelly tires. i have the bridgestone tires if you want them. *tr
09/03/20061
 1999 ranger tire blew out. *ts the consumer lost control of the vehicle. the vehicle struck a curb, when off the left side of the road and struck a guardrail. *nm
01/01/19011
 Consumer request assistance re the difficulty he is experiencing in getting ford to replace the firestone tires on his 1999 ford ranger. *nm the consumer was told that he could replace the recalled tires at any time, free of charge. however he has since attempted to have the tires replaced and was notified that too much time has passed and he must pay for replacement of the defective tires himself. *nm
10/12/200158023104/26/1999
 Dt: ford motor company refused to replace tires that ford said they would replace at any time. these tires were recalled, and consumer chose not to replace at that time. ford told consumer that he could replace at any time. consumer wasn't notified of any changes that ford made. *tt
02/13/19981
 There is 3 or 4 recalls on my ranger and i was never notified of any. with the tires i tried to do something and they told me there was nothing i could do because i changed the tires myself to something else before i even new they may be problems. i also own a 1998 ford escort and could not pull up that model can you tell me if there was any recalls on that one. thank you.*la
02/03/200301/31/2003
 I bought a 1999 ford ranger on january 31 2003 which has the wilderness at. tires . i took it to the local dealership they said it was my problem they no longer replace those tires ,could you please help they got really hateful said they gave customers a year to get this done ,but i just got the truck.
11/08/20021
 After having brake job done and tires rotated i was driving highway speed. violent steering wheel jerking occurred. pulled over and called auto repair service who had just worked on vehicle to come inspect. he says nothing they did wrong, belts in tire appear to be separating. not believing, took vehicle to 3rd party who said same thing. original equipment on 1999 for ranger pick up. ford says contact firestone. firestone says that probably isn't what it is but will sell me new firestones with pro-rate for usage. thanks, but no thanks. dt
 Consumer is concerned about the possible failure of the firestone tire, the consumer contacted firestone and was told that the tire was not included in the recall, firestone wilderness ht tire, 225/70/r15, claim number was not given. nlm
04/20/2002503/01/2099
 For 3 days in a row i have had all 4 tires and the spare tires, making that 5 tires all together disintegrate. these were the wilderness ht size 14 from firestone. neither ford nor firestone want to be responsible. the steel belts have completely come through the tire and i have cracks and gouges in all 5 tires. noone wants to replace them because they are not part of the recall. i would like to know what the size of the tire has to do with it. obviously the way the tire is made is the problem. if they have to recall any of them than obviously the problem is with firestone. they should step up to the plate and take responsibility instead of trying to blame the consumer for their failures.
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 Vehicle in shop for tire maintenance and wheel balance over 3 days. *jg
04/01/1999
 I just discovered that my 1999 ford ranger 4x4 off-road pickup, which was factory equipped with 16 tires, has a 15 spare. the engineers at ford have decided that mismatching tire sizes poses no adverse driving conditions for consumers. i feel that emergency handling with a 15 spare mounted on the front of my vehicle would be a challenge and potentially dangerous. i doubt that any tire manufacturers would recommend or support this practice. what did the dealership or ford motor company do when i brought this matter to their attention, you ask? absolutely nothing! it would be very interesting to see the results from some independent test conducted by a consumer group or from any tests that ford may have performed. could this be another recall in the making? i hope so, as i think that under certain conditions, driving a vehicle in this configuration could be very dangerous! this is not limited to the 1999 model year. ford has done this on the 2000, 2001 and is still doing it on their 2002 rangers equipped with 16 tires. apparently ford has no problem aggressively marketing and upgrading the standard 15 tires to optional 16 tires. they just dont see any need to upgrade the spare. i strongly disagree with fords attitude, as i see a real problem with driving mismatched tires even temporarily, and especially on the front of my vehicle. (tiresize: p235/75r15)
07/08/2001102/01/2000
 Both times the tires just blew out on the highway. the 1st time it caused me to lose control and crash thru a chain link fence. the second time i spun around three times on the highway but no damage happened. i have called firestone and they will not help. they told me that it was a problem with the truck and ford says it is a problem with the tires. the tires before they blow will start thumping and within seconds they fall apart. *ak (tiresize: p225/70/r1)
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 Pe00 020; all four tires had to be replaced. firestone wilderness, ht tires. *ak
07/17/20011
 The front right tire blew out while driving on an interstate. an accident didn't occur, luckily i was able to get off the road without injury. the tire blew out on the side, not on the tread. my ford dealer would not cover the charge of a new tire and refused to hear my concerns. i am concerned because of the firestone wilderness tire problems that have been ongoing and want to make my incident known. i still have the tire for evidence.*ak (tiresize: p22570r15)
07/22/2001104/01/1999
 Driving on i-17 nb north of carefree hwy at 75 mph. tire made a high pitched noise, which sounded like wind buffeting the truck bed. this lasted for about 10 seconds and then the right rear tire exploded and we were immediately driving on the rim. the entire sidewall separated from the tread. i had previously tried to get the dealer to replace the tires because of excessive vibration at high speed. it felt like the steel belts had separated. they offered to sell me new tires, but refused to replace these. unable to afford new tires i continued to drive with these. i have several pictures of the failed tire.*ak (dot number: w2uu tiresize: p225/70r15)
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 The consumer had requested the firestone tire company for refund of four defective tires which are on recall p235/75r15, but firestone has not reimbursed consumer yet. (attorney for client) *yh
06/25/2000106/01/1999
 Dealer/manufacturer will not reimburse cost of tires since they were replaced prior to 8/1/2000. if they had not blownout they would have been covered. unfair arbitrary cutoff date of 8/1/2000. all tires are covered if still on vehicle yet not covered if off the vehicle. *ak (tiresize: p245r75x16)( dot number: tire size: p245r75x16 )
408/01/1999
 I have reported this problem to for. they even replaced my tires. now the new tires are cupping. i have not had the extreme vibrations after my truck was reapaired from the acciedent. *ak( dot number: )
05/01/2001411/01/1999
 On may 1,2001 i noticed tread separation on all four tires. itook the vehicle to roberts tire and recapping at 1210 w. state street bristol tenn. a firestone dealer. they checked the tires and stated they could not gurantee that i would get home without tire separation. they said there was no recall and would only prorate the tires. i called firestone customer service and they said there was no recall. i replaced the tires with a set of michelin from sam sneed tire in bristol tenn. i still had approx 40 percent tread left on the firestone tires. i believe the 16 inch wilderness tires will fail as the 15 inch have. *ak (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
05/07/2001104/27/1999
 While driving after having stopped at a red light less than 5 mph when consumer heard a noise coming from right front tire. ford, ranger ,1999, p-225/70r15. *ak consumer states one side ot tire came completely off of rim, the rim became bent.(dot w2uu1p0119) firestone wilderness ht consumer had tire replaced by firestone and they kept the tire. *jb
04/05/2001208/01/1999
 When rotating the tires on our pickup, we noticed cracks/splits on the sidewalls of three of the tires. these tires continue to lose air pressure. we believe this is due to the cracks/splits in the sidewalls. we visited a firestone dealer, who claims the tires are not defective, and will not replace them. *ak (dot number: vd70 tiresize: p245/75r16)
10/01/200002/01/1999
 Left front tire went suddenly flat. did not shread. upon close look found small cuts or separations inthis flat tire and also in all three of the other tires .felt all should be replaced as i did not trust them. firestone had no interest in talking to me. *ak (tiresize: p245r16)( dot number: tire size: p245r16 )
04/14/2001107/01/1999
 Right rear tire blew, ripped the tire, i managed to stop without injury. are these tires under the recall?*ak (tiresize: 15)( dot number: tire size: 15 )
04/02/2001102/01/1999
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak (dot number: w270rf059 tiresize: p24575r16)
10/21/1999405/01/1999
 Checked tire and they are cracking between tread and sidwalls (was told by firestone dealer it was normal). *ak (tiresize: p24575r16)( dot number: tire size: p24575r16 )
07/07/20001
 Both rear tires experienced cupping which caused noise, consumer request reimbursement (firestone wilderness ht p205/75r14 95s m/s). nlm
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 Firestone wilderness ht tire disintigrated at highway speed. nlm
06/01/1999203/01/1999
 2 of the firestone wilderness at tires (p235/75r15) tires dot vd series, experienced a blowout, causing damage to the wheels, the consumer had the other tires replaced due to them being included in recall 00t005, the dealer will not reimburse the consumer for damage or replacement tires, he stated that the recall only covered consumers who exchanged recalled tires between 1-1-00 and 8-8-00. *slc
111/01/1998
 First off there has been no failure as yet. i couldn't get this far without saying there was. i just want to know what about the tires i have is any different than the ones being recalled? i still don't hear why they are failing. if as i suspect that it is the glue is there a different glue used on 16? i'm curious too about whether the tire is responsible for the feeling that the vehicle could roll very easily. i've noticed in a couple of circumstances of quick braking to avoid an accident that the vehicle like the center of gravity is somewhere above the top of the cab. this is not in a situation where the vehicle is sliding side ways either. it just feels like it could very easily flip over. i see no apparent flaws in the tires at this point and they seem to be wearing as well as any other tire on the market. they just don't feel right and didn't prior to the recall action. this is a fyi from me to you and at this point i hold little if any hope of these being recalled. what is your advice for me? thanks for your time. *ak (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
01/08/20011
 Firestone wolderness at, p225/70r15, dot w2uu1p0209, original equipment, 41000 miles. while driving 70 mph right rear firestone wilderenss at tire had a blowout, damaged wheel of vehicle. firestone dealer briefly looked at tire, and stated it was due to road hazard. *ak *slc
08/01/1999202/01/1999
 While driving the rear passenger tire blewout with less than 7000 miles on the tire, at 15000 miles the tires were cupping causing vibration in the front end(firestone wilderness at p245/75r16 1095 m+s). nlm
105/01/1999
 While driving uphill the around a bin the firestone wilderness ht p225/70r15 tire lost pressure causing the vehicle to fishtail and hit a curb. *mjs
11/17/20001
 Firestone wilderness tire (p205 75 r15) experienced blowout. *slc
10/04/2000102/01/2000
 On october 4, 2000 my son was traveling at 30 mph on a residential street when his drivers side front tire assembly came off spindle causing him to go out of control and hit a van and a boat that were parked in front of a residence here in midland, texas. the police report that was filed backs up the following statements: while traveling east on stanolind street at 30 mph, in the 4400 block, the 1999 ford ranger's drivers side front wheel disengaged from the spindle causing it to pull left and along side a parked late model chevy van. the ranger had no brakes, and scraped along the entire length of the van, leaving scrape marks and axle grease, and tire rubber residue along the entire length of the van. the ranger hit the fender of the van and since driver was trying to steer away from the wreck, this allowed the front of the ranger to pull to the right back towards the street. at that point the entire wheel assembly came off and traveled 4 houses ahead of the now 3-wheeled ranger. after the wheel assembly exited, the knuckle hit the pavement and forced the ranger into the boat which was parked in front of the van. the boat trailer wheels were chocked and the impact of the ranger lifted the boat trailer into the driveway next door to where it was parked. when the midland police arrived,we all started discovering the parts lying in the street well before the crash site. it was determined that the hub cap came off first and rolled to the grass on the opposite side (4' north) of the van. the axle dust cover came off next and rolled to the opposite side of the street ( south), even with the boat. the axle bearing and seal were found 20' in front of the van so they probably came out next. the axle nut and keeper were found beside the boat in the grass. the wheel assembly referred earlier has everything still attached ( brake line, brake shoe, hub, lugs, caliper, everything!). i have kept these parts for your inspection in my home garage.. *ak
12/07/2000106/01/1999
 Tire suddenly lost air pressure without puncture through sidewall bubble. *ak (tiresize: p225/15r70)( dot number: tire size: p225/15r70 )
08/01/1999202/01/1999
 While driving the rear passenger tire blewout with less than 7000 miles on the tire, at 15000 miles the tires were cupping causing vibration in the front end(firestone wilderness at p245/75r16 1095 m+s). nlm
 While driving 45-50 vehicle vibrates very hard which may cause loss of control. dealer replaced part of transmission/tires, but won't replace wheel which may be causing the problem. please provide further information. *ak
09/03/2000406/01/2000
 I took the vehicle to a firestone store for inspection. they found that there were bubbles and the tread was peeling as was common with the recalled 15 tires. it showed indications that the tread was coming off. we were advised to replace the tires as they were unsafe. we have replaced the tires before a full separation and accident occurred. we have retained the tires for inspection and would like to be reimbursed for these defective tires as there was approximately 75% tread left on the tires. (dot number: w270 tiresize: p245/75r16)
07/15/2000103/01/1999
 After the firestone tire recall started i checked my tires to see if they wer part of the recall and i noticed that they were not but what i did find were some stress fractures in the tire. i took it to the dealership where i purchased the truck and they stated the tire was defective and there was nothing they could do. i then took the tire to a firestone dealer and he also stated the tire was defective and i would need it replaced. he also stated that i would need to replace all of the tires due to the treadwear on my tires. i have leased the truck and the tires are supposed to last me the term of the lease. this is not a problem i caused myself and i feel it should be replaced free of charge which firestone refuses to do. at this point i am thinking of filing a class action suit agains firestone. i don't feel that the recall should be limited to the 15 tires when it probably effects all sizes. please advise me. (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
11/13/2000106/01/1999
 Left a traffic light and was traveling on expressway at about 55 mph. right rear tire blew and i had to pull off and change it. tire appears to have seperated where tread meets sidewall on outside of tire. tread belts in that area are twisted and out of alignment. (dot number: w270ifr428 tiresize: 245 75r 16)
11/04/2000107/01/1999
 Was driving with my daughter to my farmhouse in southeastern kansas when my rear passenger side tire just blewout. there are several areas on the tire where the outer rubber appears to have worn off. those areas are white in color. also the drivers side rear tire is showing wear and there are white areas showing up on it also. these tires were not in the recall, but perhaps they should be. i was luckly going at a low rate of speed and no injuries occured and i was able to stop. i have contacted the dealer and am waiting for a reply from them. i look forward to hearing from you soon also. thanks, trent bunn (dot number: w2uuipo468 tiresize: p255/70r15)
05/18/20001
 Firestone wilderness at tire's (p235 75 r15) steel wires came through the split on the surface of the tire. *slc
502/01/1999
 Consumer has had 5 flat tires in less than one year, one blew but while driving, consumers tires are not included in the recall 00t-005 but he believes they should be (firestone wilderness at p215/75r15). nlm
04/20/19993
 Firestone wilderness at tire p245 75 r16 experienced a sidewall puncture, a blowout, and a center tread puncture. *slc
06/23/20001
 Firestone wilderness at tire (p245/75r160) experienced a blowout which is not covered under recalll 00t-005 because it is a 16 inch tire. nlm
508/03/1999
 Heard about tires on tv. checked tires, including the spare. noticed that all 5 tires had slits or cracks around them, where tread met the casings. consumer can pull the slit apart. will be taking vehicle to tire retailer. firestone wilderness ht p225/70r15 with 4,000 miles.*ak *slc
11/01/1998
 I have already blown a tire and both ford and firestone have said that my perticulier size tire has not been recalled.but throughout my entire driving i have never had this happen. so i'am extremely worried that the next time could be fatel.*ak (tiresize: 245/75/16)( dot number: tire size: 245/75/16 )
09/23/20001
 Recalled firestone wilderness at p235 r15 tires failed, causing rims to bend, consumer wants reimbursement. *slc
08/16/199902/01/1999
 Tire blew out on trip, 8/99, tire seperated on interstate driving- truck towed to closest dealter by ford roadside assist- dealer jones ford, augusta, refused to honor any warranty, made us pay full price for a new tire, said it was not a tire problem. truck was new/tire was original equipment on 6 month old truck. we lost a day of work waiting on them to locate a tire to replace it and then had to pay full price as they would not honor any warranty replacement. (tiresize: 2457516)( dot number: tire size: 2457516 )
10/04/2000106/01/1999
 2nd tire on vehicle to saparate front sidewall from entire tread of tire. first was back in august of 1999 before recall had begun. have taken this last tire to 2 dealers and they are unable to determine what caused the tire to separate, but both have said it does not look like a punctured tire. tires did not blow out, but just went flat. sidewalls feel like they have just collapsed! authorized firestone dealer said this is not a currently recalled tire. we think it should be. *ak (dot number: w2kc tiresize: p205/75r14)
10/04/2000106/01/1999
 Driving to work at 6:00 am on main street in town at 40 miles an hr when i felt rear drivers side tire blow. immendiately pulled off road and tread was completely pulled away from the tire. put on spare tire and went on to work called local firestone dealer at 8:00 to report incident, they told me to bring it in and they would look at it. when i arrived they checked it and said it was not on the recall list, so they could do nothing about it, they said i would have to purchase a new tire. i questioned them concerning the low mileage and the warrenty that would be on the tire itself, they said i could have hit something and damaged the tire myself therefore, they could not cover the tire under the warrenty. the problem i have with that is that i did not hit anything then or in the past and my rim was not damaged a all, which was very clear to them. when i returned to work i called firestones toll free # direct the cust service rep advised me that since it was not on the recall list they could not do anything at this time, but in future if it did come on the recall list if i kept my tire and receipt they would refund my tire and money. i expressed my concern that i am still driving on the same tires, i was very surprised that i was not shown any concern in regards to this and was told to wait until it showed up on the recall list, i asked her how this got on the recall list she told me to contact this address. she said they do not investigate this, that the nhtsa would take care of it. all i want is for someone to look at my tires and assure me that they are safe and also refund my money considering the low milage that was on a 4 wheel drive truck that is suppose to have heavy duty tires.. (tiresize: p245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
 Currently on all 4 tires: no tread cracks, no tread separation. (dot number: w270 tiresize: p24575r16)
03/01/2000106/01/1999
 Blowout caused myself slide into a ditch on a multicurve. *ak (tiresize: p235/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r16 )
08/01/1999
 This size of firestone tire came on my new 1999 ford ranger when i purchased it on 8/14/99. while they have not appeared yet on any offical recall notice, i fear driving any great distance beacause of possible manufacturer's defects. i want ford motor company , and firestone to pay to replace these. *ak (dot number: w2uuip0229 tiresize: p225/70r15)
07/07/2000206/25/1999
 Consumer noticed an unusual noise from the tires (firestone wilderness ht p205/75r14 95s m/s), dealer stated that the tires were cupping and causing the noise, tires were rotated, however noise got worse, firestone would not help so consumer purchased new tires and is requesting reimbursement. *slc
09/15/2000203/01/1999
 I actually have had 2 tires blow out. once on rear left, once on rear right. on rear left, the tire blew in half.*ak( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
07/01/2000110/01/1998
 Tire is beginning to crack around edges with steel bands protruding.( dot number: tire size: p245/75/16 )
11/04/1999109/01/1999
 Tire blew up at high speed on highway, forcing vehicle into median, near rollover. *ak( dot number: vdhi tire size: p235/75r15 )
05/01/1999
 To whom it may concern, i am writing this in hopes you will have firestone recall all of its' wilderness at tires, no matter what size the tire may be. i leased this 99 ranger 4x4 last may in order to have a safe vehicle for my son to drive to school, football, & home again. now this recall! i received a letter in the mail from firestone stating the tires on my vehicle are not part of the recall and should be safe! should be! i hope you will be able to have a complete recall so that people like me can stop worrying if our child will come home or will he/she be the next fatality. please don't let more people die before firestone recalls all their wilderness brand tires! ford nor firestone are able to bring back the people who have already died, please step in now!! a concerned and angry mother - ask the ceo's of these companies - what they would have done if it were their son/daughter that had died because they believed in the good old dollar verses human life!( dot number: tire size: 16 )
04/15/2000110/01/1999
 This tire failed due a so called road hazard failure due to a small rock punctured at 600 miles. i took the tire to a les schwab tire center fo repair where they informed me that the rock had cut through the cord and they could not legal repair it .the local columbia ford dealer and the les schwab dealer in longview wash. both informed me that the way the guarantee was written they could not offer any remedy and that they were very sorry but the guaranty amounted to so much toilet paper i had had an uneasy feeling about the way the truck handled with the firestone tires ,[kind of an intuitive feeling and since the recent publicity on firestone tires ,i am even more concerned sincerely /paul l, everdell at plerdel@pacifier.com( dot number: 00 tire size: p265r15/at )
09/03/2000107/01/2000
 On 08/11/2000, i visited the local firestone dealer because all four of my tires were and still are cracking all the way around about 2 and 1/2 inches in from the outer tread. the dealer sent me to the firestone factory store on broadway ave. in knoxville, tennessee. the store manager inspected my tires and advised that he thought the problem was a cosmetic flaw that normally shows up on tires with 25,000 miles on them. he also advised that they would not replace the tires for free as with the recalled models and would only sell me another set after pro-rating the tires. well on 09/03/2000, the so called cosmetic flaw on the left front tire on my truck gave way. for several days the tire had been making a bumping sound and on 09/03/2000 it became a roar then the tire went. lucky for me and my passenger it did not totally blow out. the tire actually split apart layer by layer and must have began leaking from the core, thus releasing the pressure before it had time to blow. i will have pictures taken of the tire for my proof and will provide copies upon request.( dot number: w270 tire size: p245-75r16 )
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 Firestone wilderness at tires p245/75r16 started to crack, bubbles appeared where sidewall met the tread, firestone offered 50% off. *slc
04/15/2000110/01/1999
 This tire failed due a so called road hazard failure due to a small rock punctured at 600 miles. i took the tire to a les schwab tire center fo repair where they informed me that the rock had cut through the cord and they could not legal repair it .the local columbia ford dealer and the les schwab dealer in longview wash. both informed me that the way the guarantee was written they could not offer any remedy and that they were very sorry but the guaranty amounted to so much toilet paper i had had an uneasy feeling about the way the truck handled with the firestone tires ,[kind of an intuitive feeling and since the recent publicity on firestone tires ,i am even more concerned sincerely /paul l, everdell at plerdel@pacifier.com( dot number: 00 tire size: p265r15/at )
05/01/1999
 To whom it may concern, i am writing this in hopes you will have firestone recall all of its' wilderness at tires, no matter what size the tire may be. i leased this 99 ranger 4x4 last may in order to have a safe vehicle for my son to drive to school, football, & home again. now this recall! i received a letter in the mail from firestone stating the tires on my vehicle are not part of the recall and should be safe! should be! i hope you will be able to have a complete recall so that people like me can stop worrying if our child will come home or will he/she be the next fatality. please don't let more people die before firestone recalls all their wilderness brand tires! ford nor firestone are able to bring back the people who have already died, please step in now!! a concerned and angry mother - ask the ceo's of these companies - what they would have done if it were their son/daughter that had died because they believed in the good old dollar verses human life!( dot number: tire size: 16 )
08/01/20001
 The firestone tires on the vehicle experienced a bubble between the belts. *mjs
08/01/2000
 Pe00 020; consumer was checking tires an noticed that there were stress marks and tires cracking all around the tres. firestone, wilderness #at, p24575r16 . he contacted firestone. *ak
09/03/2000107/01/2000
 On 08/11/2000, i visited the local firestone dealer because all four of my tires were and still are cracking all the way around about 2 and 1/2 inches in from the outer tread. the dealer sent me to the firestone factory store on broadway ave. in knoxville, tennessee. the store manager inspected my tires and advised that he thought the problem was a cosmetic flaw that normally shows up on tires with 25,000 miles on them. he also advised that they would not replace the tires for free as with the recalled models and would only sell me another set after pro-rating the tires. well on 09/03/2000, the so called cosmetic flaw on the left front tire on my truck gave way. for several days the tire had been making a bumping sound and on 09/03/2000 it became a roar then the tire went. lucky for me and my passenger it did not totally blow out. the tire actually split apart layer by layer and must have began leaking from the core, thus releasing the pressure before it had time to blow. i will have pictures taken of the tire for my proof and will provide copies upon request.( dot number: w270 tire size: p245-75r16 )
08/12/2000112/01/1998
 These are the same tires they are recalling just 30 millimeters wider firestone is rude hung the phone up on me. i want them to fix my tires( dot number: vdhl tire size: 265/75/15 )
01/01/1999
 Prior to the submission of this questionnaire, i sent a copy of an e-mail that i sent to ford & firestone that included pictures of the tires. please check with the webmaster for this information as it was sent to that address.( dot number: not sure tire size: p245/75r16 )
 All of my tires are separating at the tread just like the 15 inch wilderness at tires. two of which are worse than the other two. the dealership won't look at them because they are not recalled, nor will the local firestone dealers. you can see the separation (you can see wires hanging out at the separation. i would like to have replacement tires(good year) the competitors brand before something tragic happens to myself or my family.( dot number: w270 tire size: p245/75r16 )
08/01/200012/01/1998
 This is the second firestone tire to fail on my truck in 9 mos( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
10/01/1998
 Tires are showing cord on side of tire.appears to be peeling right off of the casing notified firestone dealer they said i should not drive the truck.( dot number: tire size: 16'' )
201/01/1999
 Had both right tires,( front and rear), blow within a two day period. firestone rep advised no abnormal tire wear and advised should be able to get at least 10,000 miles more off the tires. because of my concern i replaced them. i believe these tires failed prematurely. the ht's have not been recalled with the at's as of yet?( dot number: tire size: 225 15 )
102/01/1999
 The tire desintergrated. i took it to the firestone dealer who replaced without question or charge. they gave me no receipt. this happened in the spring of 1999 i believe.( dot number: tire size: p255/70r15 )
01/06/2000203/01/1999
 No summary( dot number: w2kc tire size: p20575r14 )
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 Been reading about the tires, we have the wilderness at tires in size p235/70r15 and had a lot of problems out of them just today we had another blow out on a tire. the right, front. this makes the 4th tire that blew out this summer! all tires that blew, are blowing from the side wallsi think for the safety of others you better rethink the i think for the safety of others you better rethink( dot number: )
401/01/1999
 I recently received an aug 17 letter from ford motor co. re. the tire recall. though i do not have the recalled tires i contacted a local goodyear dealer and had them inspect the tires. 3 tires are showing cracking and bubbling at the tread junction with the tire shoulder. in addition, one tire has underlying cord material erupting from the bubble. i have contacted firestone for a planned inspection. seems there may be a problem with other firestone tires and i thought you should know.( dot number: w270 tire size: p245/75r16 )
08/18/2000403/01/1999
 Actual tread separation. it looked like the tires had cracked around the outside edge of the tread at the sidewall, and the two front tires looked like they had been plugged several times per tire. firestone wanted to sell me tires. i finally got ford to replace them.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
07/12/2000103/01/1999
 Tire underwent complete sidewall faliure, and partial tread seperation while driving at normal highway speeds. entire sidewall of tire shreaded and seperated from tire, while there was partial tread seperation. other than replacement of tire and minor damage to rim, there was no apparent damage to vehicle, possibly due to the slow speed at which the truck was proceeding at. after contacting a local ford dealership(mullinax ford, now renamed maroone ford of margate), i was informed that while there was a recall on firestone wilderness 15 tires, the type on my truck, wilderness ht's, were not covered by the recall, and even though i had an equipment faliure, i would not get replacement tires for my vehicle, nor be compensated for the tire i had to replace at my own expense.( dot number: tire size: p225/70r15 )
10/03/1999112/01/1998
 I was travelling on interstate i 10 about 75 miles out of tucson
402/01/1999
 All four tires visually inspected show numerous cracks around tire wall both sides of tire( dot number: w270 tire size: p245/75r16 )
11/01/1999
 The ford ranger i purchased skids when it crosses over a manhole. i've almost lost control several times. i was told by the dealership that this is normal for a light truck and that after the suspension breaks-in it will no longer behave this way. its almost a year later and there are no changes. it feels dangerous to me.
07/19/2000104/01/1999
 I need to report a blow out/delamination of a firestone wilderness ht tire on a ford ranger truck. brief summary: a firestone wilderness ht tire blew out about three weeks ago on my ford ranger. my wife was driving on a texas state highway at the time the blow out occurred. the blow out was centered on the entire outside of the drivers rear tire. the remnants of the tire wrapped around the axle thus making it hard for my wife to bring the truck to a stop in a controlled fashion. i reported (7:45am cst; 7/20/00; 1-800-392-3673; an individual named david) the incident to ford motor company. he was appraised of the incident and informed me there was no recall. he gave me the following number to call firestone (1-800-847-3272). i called between 8-10am on 7/20/00. i spoke with a rude and combative person named rock. he said it was preposterous that the tires caused any problem. he said that my wife was awed by the state trooper that stopped to help her. [ the state trooper informed her of several deaths that have occurred in texas (perhaps bell county) involving blow outs of firestone wilderness tires. he suggested we check into the matter.] rock told me he wanted the troopers name and wanted to get the firestone legal team involved. it insults me that he would make disparaging remarks about my wife competencies. he never inquired about anyone's health nor took down any specifics (or vagaries) of the blow out. i have little faith in firestone's sincerity in this matter. sincerely, michael l. merchant, phd.( dot number: w2uu ipo tire size: p225 70r15 )
08/09/2000508/01/1999
 Firestone dealer refuses to replace tires. address of dealer: ramona firestone tires 27526 hwy 74 romoland,calif 92585 phone: 909 928-1925( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
06/02/2000207/01/1999
 Tire shredded when i was going down highway( dot number: tire size: 225/75r15 )
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 Cracks on treads like the ones being recalled and tires are ripping- news said 16 inch tires were recaleed in other parts of the world-firestone said i had to pay for the damage.( dot number: tire size: p24575r16 )
06/13/2000112/01/1998
 While driving up hwy 20 in town i had the front right tire/rim/brake assembly separate from the axle causing the vehicle to collide with a rock in the side of the hill. hitting the rock had sent me back into the highway on the vehicles two left tires. both airbags had deployed and when the vehicle came to a halt on all three tires i got out of the truck to find the right front tire/rim/brake assembly approximately 15 feet behind the vehicle. i now own a three wheeler that ford or the dealership will not admit that there was some sort of a flaw or defect.*ak
06/01/1999
 I do not feel safe on these tires, please recall them for my famlies safety. *ak( dot number: tire size: 225-70-15 )
08/01/2000203/01/1999
 My tires haven't failed yet, but i wanted to advise you of my unusual tire wear, which may help you in your investigation. the door panel calls for the tires to be inflated at 30 psi, however, i got the truck from the dealer with the tires at 35 psi, the maximum recommended pressure on the tire's sidewall. i check the pressure every couple of months and they have never lost pressure, so i have never added air. i have always kept my tires inflated near the maximum level because i enjoy the improved fuel economy and a little road feel. anyway, on the rear (drive) tires there is much more wear in the middle of the tread, as if the tires were over-inflated. i have also begun to notice an intermittent waffling of the tires on smooth surfaces, which felt almost as if i had a flat. i wonder whether this uneven wear, with the two edges having more tread than the center, can cause this waffling effect, which, in turn, can cause the tread to separate from the rest of the tire? just trying to help. thanks. *ak( dot number: tire size: p22570r15 )
07/30/2000107/01/1999
 Firestone wilderness ht tire p225/70r15 dot w2uu1p0 came off the rim while consumer was pulling out of the driveway. *slc
08/04/2000109/01/1999
 Firestone wilderness/atx tires blewout while driving at 20 mph. tires were replaced by firestone. *ak
02/01/2000203/01/1999
 Both front tires are in terrible shape. both tires seem to have belt separation. the truck still steers straight, but the tires don't hold the road well and they ride extremely rough. the right front tire makes a slapping sound as it rolls.( dot number: tire size: 225/70sr15 )
03/31/2000102/01/1999
 Front right tire came off while driving on freeway. result: vehicle swerved onto right shoulder hit a parked car and flipped onto drivers side, sending vehicle sliding down freeway. tire landed about 25 feet from vehicle resting place. *ak
03/24/2000
 While driving tires went flat. original tires were of one size (24575r16). went to change tires & noticed spare was 23575r15, a different size tire. contacted dealership & then tire dealership was informed that smaller tires belonged on vehicle. owner indicated smaller tires not correct for weight of vehicle. *ak
TIRES - SIDEWALL
05/25/20042
 Twice in the last six months, i have experienced a total sidewall failure on the michilen ltx a/t tire size 75/15. both instances happened on an interstate and almost caused me to lose control of the pick-up i was driving. *la
07/28/2001105/01/1999
 I was driving my ford ranger xlt 1999 pickup on a four lane road on 28 july 2001. the road was dry and air temperature was about 80 degrees farenheit. i was traveling at approximately 60 miles an hour when my passenger rear tire blewout. the whole tread separated rom the sidewalls. i took the tire to the firestone dealer and the employee didn't think it was a big issue and offered a replacement for $50. although this tire isn't one of the recalled ones, i feel that the failure i experienced is similar to the wilderness at failures. my concern is that these tires aren't safe. i replace all the tires on my pickup at my expense. fortunately, in this case the road traffic was light and i was able to coast to a stop withou applyin the brakes. the situation might have been differnent had the blowout occured five minutes later when i would have been on interstate 95 driving 70 miles per hour on a crowed road. i am submitting this report because there might be problem with this model of tires. i don't think the firestone dealership did their job and weren't interested in any of the details. dan pietz. *ak (dot number: w2uuipo 10 tiresize: p225/70r15)
07/08/20011
 Sidewall separation typical of other recalled tires. please recall these asap. *ak (tiresize: 225/70r/15)
05/28/2001103/15/1999
 While traveling 70mph vehicle started to pull to right and vibrated just before front right tire blewout. stopped vehicle and checked tire. notice entire sidewall was busted around where it meets the tread, which was still was intact. *ak firestone wilderness ht, p225/70r15 100s, dot number w2uu1p0478, *slc
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 This vehicle was owned by my brother who has since passed away. the vehicle was returned to ford on a voluntary return. i have contacted firestone about these tires, but they said they are not going to do anything. one of the tires had a sidewall blowout one week after the truck was purchased. my brother bought 5 new tires for the truck when ford and firestone balked at doing anything. this was before the recall came out. i still have the 5 firestone tires that are in question.*ak (tiresize: 225/70r15)( dot number: tire size: 225/70r15 )
 Vehicle has begun to ride rougher due to cracks developing in sidewall of firestone tires. dealer has seen vehicle, and wants to charge for replacements. *ak
02/10/20011
 Firestone, wilderness ht, p205/75r14, dot w2, original equipment, driver's front tire has bubble on sidewall. *ak *slc
04/01/1999
 No sidewall separation-----cracking in center of tread... scared of the tires.......... (tiresize: 205/14)( dot number: tire size: 205/14 )
09/25/2000109/01/1999
 Original equipment on a 1999, ranger, p265/75r15 size . tires started leaking air from the sidewall.*ak the tire developed leak inside wasll. there was no recall for this tire. *yh
09/23/2000304/01/1999
 I was checking the air in the tires when i noticed visible splits, tears, and peelings on three of the sidewalls. i went to ford they said they could not do anything because they are not under recall and the tire warranty has expired. obviously there is a major problem. i have notified my insurance company of the problem and the local newstation. i do alot of driving but cannot afford to put new tires on right know. if the defects are as visible as they are now why can't anyone do something about it?*ak (tiresize: 75r15 225)( dot number: tire size: 75r15 225 )
04/15/1999211/16/1998
 Vehicle experienced a blowout and complete tread separation of a firestone wilderness tire, shortly after that failure the consumer had to replace another tire which had a sidewall problem. nlm
09/22/2000106/01/1999
 Tire sidewall blew out while backing up at slow speed. no evidence of any cut or abrasion on tire. the entire circumference of the tire at the sidewall on both sides appears to be soft and uneven. the remaining tires appear to have the same uneveness around the sidewall. i am aware of the recalls on wilderness at tires but it does not seem to include these 16 inch models. should it? also please note that my vehicle was shipped from the factory with 4 of these tires but the spare was a 15 wilderness at. ford notified me by letter that my tires were not part of the recall. there is clearly something wtrong here. *ak( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 )
09/04/2000
 Pe00 020 ; vehicle was parked outiside of consumer's home. he went to inspect the tires, and noticed that all four tires had stress marks and cracks, uniform cracks all round sidewall. consumer contacted firestone.*ak
06/22/1999103/01/1999
 Mail route includes sand, clay, & surfaced roads. i first heard a strange rubbing sound while on private sand road. i got out and observed a bubble on the sidewall of the right rear tire. i had no safe place to change the tire so i slowly drove the 1 mile back to the surfaced road. as i drove down the surfaced road, i noticed a lot of vibration in the rear of the vehicle. i pulled over to the shoulder to change the tire, as i was exiting the vehicle there was a load pop and the tire was flat! the service personnel at mike shad ford let me see the tire as they took it from the rim. there was a generous amount of rubber powder, the steel belts were shredded and rusty. it appeared to me that the tire had come apart from the inside out. myself, the technition, service advisor could not believe the tire had only 6700 miles on it. but it was original equipment. the dealer tire manager determined due to the amount of wear on the tread that i had to buy a new replacement. when i complained that the tire had to be defective he dissagreed. not defective, abused! he authorised a $15. adjustment and a free all wheel alignment. the second failure was nearly a year later but on the same wheel and same surfaced road. at 55mph i felt something slip or go loose in the rear end, followed by severe vibration. i pulled over to the shoulder immediatly, stopped, exited the vehicle and looked at the right rear tire. i found simular damage as the first time, a large bubble on the sidewall, smaller bubbles a ridges were the sidewall and tread meet, and a large bubble under the tread. this tire did not blow but the tire & wheel assembly were very hot! i had to let them cool about 25/30 minutes before i changed the tire. this tire is now my spare. at 19625 miles the original set of tires had to be replaced. with 14500 miles on this replacement set ford notes all 5 tires require replacement due to excessive wear. ford has told me they are warrentied for 50000 and firestone is responsi
08/05/2000102/01/1999
 While driving on paved road at 45 mph sidewall blew out on right front tire. vehicle swerved to the right and into the bar ditch along the side of the road. ability to stear and brake the vehicle was drastically reduced. upon taking the tire to the local firestone dealer i was told that i would have to pay $50.00 to prorate the tire and have it replaced. i do not feel i should have to pay for a factory defective product.( dot number: )
TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
09/15/20081650001
 Cable attaching spare tire to undercarriage of truck snapped, causing tire to fall into road. i contacted ford with my concern, was told they would not repair this defect due to my truck being out of warranty. *tr
04/01/2000
 Firestone refuses to take my spare tire for reimbursement. spare has all the correct numbers on it. spare printed with for temporary use only and therefore will not take it. i have not heard of this policy. what does temporary mean? how many miles can i run on it? nobody can tell me. sometimes you have to run on your spare a long time. is this spare tire going to be safe ???? ???? ?( dot number: vdhl1py498 tire size: p235/75r15 )
08/01/1999
 Truck came equipped with p 245 75 r 16 tires and wheels, but has a p235 75 r 15 for a spare. was informed by dealer not to use 4x4 with this combo due to stress on drivetrain. i am also concerned about this from a safety point. i ask that ford replace the 15 inch wheel combination with the correct size. they are reluctant to do so.
TIRES - TREAD/BELT
09/08/2007103000106/01/2007
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. the vehicle has sumitomo tires. while driving 70 mph, one of the tires blew out. the strands from the tire wrapped around the mud flaps of the vehicle, which had to be pulled apart to change the tire. the tread completely separated and damaged the brake line. the tire was changed. the vin was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 103,000. the mileage when the vehicle was purchased was 102,000.
08/05/200543000103/19/2002
 Dt: the consumer stated that one of the tire on his 1999 ford ranger experienced tread separation. the tire itself remained inflated. the location was the right rear tire. this happened while driving at 70 mph. the consumer has been in contact with firestone. the consumer mailed the tire and other information that the manufacturer requested. firestone did their own investigation and found that it was not their fault, and it was not a defect. the tire was a firestone wilderness ht, p205/75r14. *ak firestone claimed the moisture caused the tread separation. *nm
06/29/200443000108/29/1999
 Firestone wilderness ht left driver tires with tire tread failure and blowout. tires 2 years old and preventative maintainance performed on vehicle. caused structural damage to my 1999 ford ranger supercab xlt rwd.*ak
04/11/20031
 The left rear tire tread separated which caused the tire to blow out. *jb.....*ak
07/15/20028873106/10/1999
 Consumer notified the dealer and said the tires are beginning to feather causing the tire to spin. ts the tires spin and slip on any surface. *jg
12/18/20001
 Consumer received recall notice to replace firestone wilderness at tires. consumer had tires replaced at local firestone merchant with bridgestone wilderness at 15 inch tires. soon after, consumer received another recall notice stating that the bridgestone tires were also insufficient and needed to be replaced. however, dealership refused to replace bridgestone wilderness at tires that were replaced by firestone because the tires were part of the firestone recall. consumer is seeking authorization from dealership to have tires replaced. *tt
 All four tires had tread separation. *ak
07/04/2001106/17/1999
 While traveling 60-65mph on highway firestone, wilderness ht tires, size p225r70r15, dotw2uu1p0, original equipment with twenty-two thousand miles on them experienced a tread separation, dealer has been contatced but refuses to reimburse for damage and tires to vehicle. *ak *nlm
06/18/2001107/20/1999
 Pe00 0200; left rear tire tread was beginning to separate. tire was firestone,wilderness ht, 1p2049#w2kc. there was no incident, and firestone was not notified.*ak tire size was p205/75r14, consumer replaced all tires, the failed tire had a tread depth of 3/32 inch compared to 7/32 inch. *slc
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 Consumer received recall notification (00t005000), when consumer tried to get replacement tires from the local ford dealer he was told to go to a tire shop, consumer was then told at the tire shop he would have to pay for the tires and then get reimbursed, consumer states he can't afford to pay for the tires so he is still driving the vehicle with the recalled tires. *jb
410/12/1998
 Tire was original equipment on a 1999 ,ford ranger, tire size p245/75r16, dot number not available, tires had 35 thousand miles on them. upon inspection of vehicle, inspector noticed all four tires were developing cracks on outer edge. also, tread was separating on outter edge. all four tires were replaced with bridgestone. *ak dot number for the firestone wilderness at tires is w2701rf. *slc
10/21/2000107/29/1999
 Right rear firestone wilderness at tire experienced tread separation, consumer is requesting reimbursement for the replacement tires, tire size p245/75r16, dot# w270irf398. *slc
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 All 4 firestone wilderness at p24575r16 tires are ready to blow apart, tires not included in recall (oot-005). *cj
01/31/2001106/01/1999
 Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 60mph on highway towing motor home. motor home was trembling. consumer was able to pull over to center lane, and noticed that right passenger's tire tread had separated from vehicle. firestone, wilderness#at, 16 inch, dot w2901rf089,there were no injuries. *ak wheel was damaged so badly that another tire could not be mounted on it. *slc
10/27/20001
 Consumer replaced firestone tires (p235/75r15) due to recall 00t005, however has not yet received reimbursement. *slc
04/13/20002
 The right rear firestone wilderness at (vdhl1py508) tire failed, there was a protrusion outward from the inside of the tread, less than 3 weeks later the left rear tire failed in the same manner, consumer requested reimbursement for both tires but was denied for the first tire saying it was not replaced at an authorized firestone retailer. nlm
02/09/2000
 Original firestone wilderness at (p235/75r15) tire replaced prior to recall 00t-005 due to possible tread separation, consumer is being denied recall reimbursement because tire was replaced on feb 9, 2000. *cj
07/01/1999
 Tread has hair line cracks. no failure at this time. tires were manufactured in canada.tires will be inspected by a firestone dealer this week . just forwording this information for any future investigation on all firestone wilderness tires. *ak (tiresize: p235x75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235x75r15 )
09/28/20005
 Consumer is not satisfied with the recall reimbursement for the replacement firestone tires (00t-005), the recall notification stated $140 per tire and the consumer only received $100 per tire. *mjs
09/09/1999101/31/1999
 While traveling 55mph on paved rural road with no prior warnings or sounds, driver's rear firestone wilderness at tire p265/75r15 blewout. firestone dotw29v1pk498 , recall #00t005000 tires were original equipment. consumer has two tires in possession. *ak *slc
06/01/2000109/01/1999
 Pe00 020; firestore wilderness ht, p225/70r15, bulge in tire and a crack. *ak *slc
08/20/2000107/01/1999
 Right rear firestone wilderness tire (145r16) separated between the sidewall and tread all the way around the tire. nlm
06/14/19992
 Firestone wilderness at tire (p245 75 r16) experienced tread separation and leaking of air, consumer requests reimbursement. *slc
05/01/20002
 Firestone wilderness at tires(p245 75 r16)experienced loss of air and splitting and tread separation. *slc
06/14/19992
 Firestone wilderness at tires p245 75 r16 experienced tread separation, consumer wants reimbursement. *slc
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 Consumer's firestone tires are included in recall 00t005, consumer feels she shouldn't have to pay for replacements. *slc
02/18/20001
 Firestone wilderness tire failure- while insured driving down interstate, lost control and hit barricade. icy conditions. tire came off rim and tire is damaged. tire was not retained. (claim# 27-6071-297) *mw
05/23/20001
 No facts insrd rolled veh. 99 ford ranger w/firestone p235/75r16, 1 size larger than other tires which have been reported to fail. (claim# 02-0428-404) *mw
08/01/1999104/01/1999
 Conditions: 11am, sunday morning, 65mph, dry interstate pavement, slight incline, wind calm, visibility unlimited, traffic light, minimal truck traffic, traveling in right lane. situation: the left rear tire failed causing the towed rv trailer to fishtai (dot number: vdhl tiresize: p235/75rx1)
08/01/1999306/05/1999
 Firestone wilderness ht tires (p225 70r 55l) experienced leaks and tread wear, dealer is stating nothing is wrong with tires. *slc
09/17/1998
 All four firestone wilderness at tires(p235 75 r15) are experiencing cracks around the tire where the tread and sidewall join. *slc
02/01/1999
 My wilderness at (p245/75r16) tires are separating at the tread-just like the 15 inch tires that have already been recalled. my husband and i have a four year old daughter and i would like to be reimbursed for replacement tires that we have purchased. two of the 5 tires are real bad but all are separating @ the tread. i had to purchase new tires before something tragic happened to myself or one in my family. i had no choice! i have contacted several agencies and administrations regarding my tire problem. can you help me get reimbursed for my wilderness at tires? (i still have the tires even though i bought new ones.) please let me know how to get reimbursed. thank you so much. *ak (dot number: w270irf338 tiresize: p245/75r16)
10/01/2000
 Pe00 020; consumer said that there was a nail in the rear front tire. he took it to a tire place and said that tire tread was beginning to come apart. tire was firestone#at, p23575r16. *ak
08/08/2000108/01/1999
 Original spare, p23575r15, on a ford ranger, 1999. firestone will not replace spare tire that is on recall.*ak the customer states that the tires on the vehicle are made in canada but the spare tire is different. *yh
04/15/1999211/16/1998
 Vehicle experienced a blowout and complete tread separation of a firestone wilderness tire, shortly after that failure the consumer had to replace another tire which had a sidewall problem. nlm
09/06/2000401/01/1999
 Tread was separating from the tires. the steel belts were clearly discernable when looking at the sidewall, indicating the separation. tires were replaced at owner's expense, following the recommendations of replacement tires listed on ford's website.*ak( dot number: 4270irf328 tire size: p245/75/16 )
411/01/1998
 All 4 firestone wilderness at tires p245/75r16 experienced stress cracks where the tread meets the sidewall, consumer took vehicle to a firestone store where they stated the cracking was normal, however an independent tire store stated that the cracking was not normal, dot # w2701rf288. *slc
05/01/2000108/01/1999
 While exiting the freeway on offranp, tire blew out causing momentary loss off control. (driver side, rear tire). i pulled over and changed tire. the tire had a large bolge in the tread that had ruptured. i took the tire to a firestone dealer who replaced the tire for free. i have had no other problems, although i am extremely nervous about this tire. as i remember, the outside temp was in the seventies, although i am not sure..*ak( dot number: tire size: p24575r16 )
07/01/1999
 Tire cracked between tread and sidewall on the inside of the tire, manufacturer replaced on pro-rated warrenty basis, concerned because another tire is showning very minor cracking on inside of tire( dot number: vd70 tire size: p245/75r16 )
08/15/20000
 Consumer had tires looked after recall alert. after taking tires to ford, dealer was told that consumer's tires were okay. but, when took tires to firestone, dealer was told that tires were unsafe, and dealer replaced all 4 tires firestone, wilderness at, 24575/16. *ak
07/03/2000403/01/1999
 All 4 tires have been cracking and coming apart in chuncks, besides the one blow out. tires are split between the treads. firestone refuses to admit the tires are defected, and won't cover them under warrannty. the tires won't hold added air, they keep deflating. unsafe !!!!!( dot number: 0274 76 tire size: 22570 r-15 )
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 Vehicle began to vibrate and consumer took vehicle to have the wheels balanced 3 times and the front end aligned but the truck was still vibrating, consumer believes there are one or more tread separations in the tire, this has caused poor steering control. nlm
04/22/1999102/01/1999
 The firestone wilderness at tire experienced tread separation and blowout which caused damage to the vehicle. *mjs
07/10/2000104/01/1999
 Was on way to work just 15 miles away from home. had just exited i-70 driving at 65 mph in heavy traffic into downtown columbus, ohio. speed was reduced to 30-35 mph on city street when i heard air whistle and an immediate thumping from left rear of vehicle. changed tire and discovered steel belt was coming through middle of the tread. this was before announced firestone problems. i went to firestone dealer and had it replaced with a new tire of same model. dealer claimed it was probably a road hazzard. though, i did not run over anything or hit any obstacles before this occurred. i firmly believe my tire was defective from the factory. i consider myself very, very lucky considering i was at great risk to myself and other motorists only moments before.( dot number: tire size: 225-70-15 )
02/23/2000110/01/1999
 While driving on highway 291 around independence missouri, the rear tire blew out. upon stopping to access the damage, i realized the tire was now in 2 pieces. the tread was laying alongside the road, and the rest of the tire was still attached to the wheel. i took the tire to a local firestone dealer where they insisted that the tire did not malfunction. they said driver error caused the tread separation. i had no other choice but to purchase another tire. now other tires have been recalled, and firestone tells me my tires are safe. i don't believe this since i know otherwise from this incident. *ak( dot number: w2uu tire size: p22570r15 )
05/01/20002005/01/1999
 We have had problems with 2 of our tires in less than 17,000 miles. back in may of this year we brought our ranger back to dealership, for a noise in the front of vehicle. turned out one of the tires, which has been properly inflated to correct air pressure had developed lumps. they said there was nothing they could do. they did not warranty tires. now we have the samething happening to a second tire. we feel something should be done, if for no other reason, peace of mind! these tires have been rotated and balanced on a regular basis. we would appreciate it if you would reply to this letter in a timely manner and hopfully you can regain our faith, once again in big businesses. thank you. *ak( dot number: tire size: 245/16 )
05/01/2000
 Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about seventy miles on highway and all of sudden left rear tire went flat. then, right tire went flat. tires were firestone #ht p22570r15. consumer will contact firestone.#w2uu. *ak
05/01/20002005/01/1999
 We have had problems with 2 of our tires in less than 17,000 miles. back in may of this year we brought our ranger back to dealership, for a noise in the front of vehicle. turned out one of the tires, which has been properly inflated to correct air pressure had developed lumps. they said there was nothing they could do. they did not warranty tires. now we have the samething happening to a second tire. we feel something should be done, if for no other reason, peace of mind! these tires have been rotated and balanced on a regular basis. we would appreciate it if you would reply to this letter in a timely manner and hopfully you can regain our faith, once again in big businesses. thank you. *ak( dot number: tire size: 245/16 )
07/26/2000105/01/1999
 Pe #00020; front driver's side tire. firestone wildernss ht p235/70r15 dot# w2uutire's tread had separated from the tire. vehicle was moving approximately 55 mph. tire was the original tire purchased with the vehicle. the vehicle is a 1999, ford ,ranger.*ak firestone denied that the tread has separated. customer sent the tire to natsa for review. *yh
09/09/2000112/02/1998
 Pe#00020; firestone wilderness ht - p225/70r15 dot#w2uu. right rear tire's tread came apart. the original tires purchased with the vehicle. vehicle is a 1999, ford truck, ranger.*ak *slc
08/25/20000
 First took tires to dealer when she experienced a feeling of having a flat tire. after having tires checked, was told that she may be needing tires very soon because of center tread was already beginning to wear.*ak
10/27/199906/01/1999
 Tires developed a hop skitter bounce, momentary loss of traction, whatever,pushed thru curves, or during avoidance manuvers. the situation was somewhat ameliorated by putting the cold inflation up to max not fords' recommends... the garage had the patent obfuscation ready, it's the nature of the beast and would do nothing. the tires were exchanged for another brand all-weather m+s tire, which was speed rated (sustained 130+) traction a, temperature a ... during the trade-out it was discovered; by the tire dealer, that a rim was defective. the point being the dealer; either made no attempt to really diagnose the problem, or his staff was incompetent. the new tires performed flawlessly, even in heavy rains at hi-speed. we would be willing to bet that the wilderness at and the firestone atx have weak sidewalls that flex too much, esp' at the ford recommend psi' or lazy people running the tire underinflated at an even more dangerous level, generating tremendous heat and failures at hiway speeds, esp where the air gets very hot... there is also a computer controlled engine kill/shut down that manifested itself at the apex of 7 vehicle pass, on a 2-lane and almost got me killed: the dealer denied its' existence, failed to say it was there after a ford rep admitted it was there as part of compliance to meet cafe requirements(this could have already caused a lot accidents, and is fraud). finally the last thing is; maybe minor, but a large number of control wires for the x-mission and x-fer case are exposed and can be ripped out travelling over bush or scrub. potential fatal problems could arise... thanks for listening i( dot number: tire size: 245/75/16 )
09/02/2000207/03/1999
 Pe00020; orginial equipment 1999 ford, ranger, tire size p22570r15, dot hyuu219. while driving vehicle had vibration which got worse over time, and usually happened at 40 mph, and got worse as the mph increased. driver's front tire showed tread cracking which appeared as if there was tire separation. firestone and ford were not willing to help. *ak the dealer found out that the tire on the left front was separating on brand new leased truck. *yh
07/18/20001
 Original equipment on a 1999, ranger, p225/70r15 size, dot#: w2uu110119. left rear tire tread separated at 65mph.*ak when the vehicle was stopped, the tire had sherdded. the customer replaced it with new tire. *yh
08/24/2000
 Pe00020, original equipment on 1999 ford, ranger, tire size p23575r15, dot vn. passenger 's tire had a blowout unexpectedly which may have caused a crash. no other problems with the other tires. please provide further information.*ak firestone wilderness at p235/75/r15 *mw
04/05/2000203/01/1999
 2 tires on right rear have experienced a blowout. have been replaced with same type of tire. *ak the tires tears at side wall or develop holes inside walls, but there was no tread separation. *yh
08/11/2000312/20/1998
 Pe 00 020/tire tread separation: notice left rear tire tread was separating while refueling a 1999 ford ranger original equipment; p245/75r16; dot# unavailable. notified firestone, and replaced tire at consumer's cost. *ak treads for three tires were separating just under the tread line. *yh
08/16/20001
 Consumer has 1999 ford ranger. front right tires had a lump on the outside. dealer inspected the tire, and said it was no problem to go ahead & drive on it. consumer went to firestone & they confirmed it wasn't a recall tire, but they wuld replace it for $43. vehicle needed alignment. consumer got a 3rd opinion & was told that no alignment was needed & but the tire was bad. dot# wzvv1po508. tire size p235/70r15. *ak the customer bought 5 new tires of choice to replace the firestone tires and wants to be reimbursed by ford or firestone. *yh
08/30/20000
 Consumer had found out cracks on the tread of the tires after hearing that firestone tires had been recalled, especially tires that had been manufactured in decatur, il. firestone wilderness at 245/75 r16 dot vd70. *ak firestone wilderness at 245/75/r16 *mw
09/23/199909/23/1999
 While traveling noticed tire separation on sidewall of tire. manufacturer has been notified. please provide further information.*ak firestone wilderness at p225/70/r15 *mw
07/13/1999106/01/1999
 The truck was totalled two weeks after i bought it, i had paid $2,600 down and traded a 96 nissan my ins. only paid partial and i was left a foot; the tread was off just as the recent news report stated. *ak( dot number: tire size: 16 )
 While driving 55mph right rear tire blewout, causing damage to the axle and bearing on the vehicle. dealer has seen vehicle. *ak
08/07/2000105/01/1999
 Blisters have appeared between the tread and tire. this showed the steel belts. i am greatly concrned that my tires could have seperated while driving. could your office please force firestone to publicly anounce the problem. i know from doing a intence review of the news that firestone has known of the problem in other countries, but still refuses to say so in usa. this is a significant danger to the public and must have imediate action to save lives. please help in advising the public of the danger. *k( dot number: tire size: 16 )
08/01/2000410/10/1998
 All 4 firestone wilderness at tires p245/75r16 dot w270 are experiencing tread separation, firestone will not help consumer since tires are not part of recall. *slc
11/22/19990
 Pe00020; original equipment on a ford ranger 1999. while driving at about 62 to 70 miles an hour heard an explosion, and passenger's side rear tire had blownout. consumer was able to control vehicle.tread had come off tire, just like the ford explorer recall. *ak firestone wilderness at p245/75/r16 *mw
09/01/1999004/18/1999
 While driving about 55 mph left rear tire had a tread separation, and consumer lost control and vehicle went off the road. firestone wilderness at p225/70r15. *ak firestone wilderness at p225/70/r15 *mw
06/26/2000
 Pe00020; tire tread separation: when tire went flat it was taken to a firestone dealership. owner believed that tire went flat because of tread separation from the sidewall. tires were firestone wilderness ht. firestone stated that a flat was due road hazard conditions. tire was replaced at owner's expense. please provide tire size and dot #. *ak
09/01/1999108/07/1999
 Wilderness tires original equipment on a 99 ranger. while driving at 55mph the tread separated. *ak
08/03/20000
 Pe00 020 , consumer was traveling about 40mph on highway and tire tread was separating, slowly tire was flat.*ak

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