Tire Blowout problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu with tbc sigma touring tires, dot # 3psje371406. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph he felt a vibration from the passenger side tire. Upon further inspection, he noticed that the tire had blown-out. No repairs have been made. The tire has not been inspected by the dealer. . The failure and current mileages were 5000.

Vehicle experienced a tire blow out. The tire had a nail in it which caused it to go flat. The local dealership patched the tire instead of replacing it with a new one per consumer. Twelve miles later, the same to blew again. A sheriff who was dispatched to the scene told the consumer to return to the dealership and demand a new tire. The failed tire was in shred's. The dealership stated they didn't have a new firestone tire compatible with her vehicle in stock. Consumer found this hard to believe and thought she may qualify for the firestone tire recall. In addition, consumer felt buyers should have a choice as to whether or not they want a doughnut or a new tire as a spare.

Drivers side front tire had belt blown out, while remaining three tires were on the verge of having belts blow out as well. Both inflation and tread wear were indicative of those facts previously mentioned. Mr.

Both passenger side tires were flat a month after purchase because the air was seeping out. The both tires were replaced with the same make and model. However, rear passenger side tire blew out while driving on the highway.