BMW Z3 owners have reported 8 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire tread/belt (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Valve problems |
Firestone tire firehawksz50 at 72182 miles showed tread separation form the side the same as firehawk tires gta-02. No accident or incisent occured during tread separation. Read details...
2001 BMW Z3. Consumer writes in regards to several vehicle problems and unsatisfactory customer service from dealership. The consumer stated he purchased the vehicle on ebay. When the vehicle was arrived and then evaluated, he was informed the tires were over 10 years old, several lights were Read details...
While driving at freeway left rear tire blewout, causing consumer to pull over. Dealer notified. Size2255016, dotmxmxe. The investigation showed that the tire failure was not caused by road hazard. Read details...
Both the left front and left rear tires have developed soft spots/bubbles in the sidewall. Authorized dealers claim damage from road hazard. I have noticed other Z3's with similar issues on these tires, and do not believe road hazard to be the cause. Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 BMW Z3. The contact stated that all four valve stems had to be replaced on his vehicle because they were cracked and caused air to leak from the tires. The valve stems were tech International, model tr413. The tires were manufactured by toyo. Read details...