Table 1 shows four common tire related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire blowout (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems |
While driving at 65 mph consumer heard a loud popping sound. Then, lost control of the vehicle and almost collided with a utility pole. Upon further inspection consumer noticed a baseball sized hole in the right rear tire, and tread separation from the tire. Read details...
In early may 2000, the left front tire blew out going 65mph on the highway. I was able to keep control of the vehicle and pull into the breakdown lane to replace it. The tire was a firestone steeltex at tire which was original equipment on my chen ck1500 with approx 60,000 miles. Read details...
Cracking near the rim all the way around with signs of separation at the sidewall/tread area. (tiresize: lt225/75r1) Read details...