Tire Tread/belt problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

Three problems related to tire tread/belt have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 01/14/2009

The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Dakota. The vehicle has continental tires. While driving 65 mph, the tread from one of the tires began to strike the door and front fender of the vehicle before completely separating from the tire. The remainder of the tires remained inflated. The contact did not drive or any potholes or other road hazards to cause the failure. He took the tire back to the store from where it was purchased and was informed that it was defective. The tire was replaced for free. The tire size, tire line, and remaining tread depth were unknown. The failure mileage was 90,408. Updated 03/17/09. The consumer believed the tire was defective. Updated 03/17/09.

2 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 05/10/1999

Front tires excessively worn on outside edges. Driver's side front tire also excessively worn on inner edge. Passenger side front tire slightly worn on inner edge. All of which may cause a tire blowout. Same problem on the 1991 Dakota. Please provide further information.

3 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 06/23/1998

Consumer complaining that Dodge manufacturer is putting regular vehicle tires on their trucks. Consumer confronted Dodge manufacturer, but manufacturer refused to comment. Dealer notified.


Other Tire related problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

Tire problems
7
Tire Tread/belt problems
3


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