Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2000 Chevrolet C3500. The number one most common problem is related to the tire tread/belt (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems |
Driving down the interstate when I experienced 90% tread failure on my left outside dual rear wheel on my 2000 Chevrolet C3500 pickup truck. The defective tire was a general ameri 550 as, size lt225/75r16. No crash or injuries were involved, but my left rear fender was obliterated. Read details...
While driving on highway, consumer heard banging sound and vehicle began to handle roughly. Looked in rear view mirror and saw a piece of tire came off. Firestone, steel tex radial, lt 245/75 r 16. Blowout caused damage to vehicle. Read details...
Tire blew for no apparant reason at approx 70mph on interstate while towing an empty utility trailer. Tire looks separated and blew into 2 pieces. Lost some control of vehicle almost causing catastrophic crash. Damaged vehicle and trailer. (dot number: 379 tiresize: 245/75r16) Read details...