Ten problems related to tire have been reported for the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 equipped with nitto mudgrappler tires (na), size 33x12. 50r17 lt. The dot number was 73bded54311. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair and they noticed that the tread on all four tires was dry rotted. The tires had not been replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 173,739.
Operating vehicle on florida turnpike at 70 mph when I experienced a blowout to the right rear tire. My vehicle began to lose control, however I was able to recover. Reason for blowout: tread separation- defective tire - tire failure.
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. The vehicle has cooper discoverer atr tires, size 245/75r/16 (na). While placing tire shine on the tires, the contact noticed that the driver's side tire was showing signs of separation. He was also able to see the radial part of the tire. The manufacturer advised him to take the vehicle to a tire shop for inspection. The mechanic at the shop stated that the tire was defective and other tires were beginning to display signs of tread separation. He consulted the manufacturer again and they stated that since the tires were not the size cited in NHTSA campaign id number 06t016000, they were unable to assist. The current and failure mileages were approximately 136,000.
5/19/05 I had to replace all (4) tires due to a defect in the tire. The tires were coming apart around the crown on every tire. I was told that they could blow at anytime and it was best that I replace them all. I bought the truck they were on used (2001 Dodge Ram 1500), it had 27,291 miles on it when I bought it and the tires were new. I now have 66,556 miles on it. The tread on all tires was good to go for another 40-60,000 miles. But because of the defect and the fact that I travel a lot I had no choice but to replace the tires. I have kept one of them as proof should someone want to see it. The point being that I should not have had to purchase new tires at this time. I have heard of recalls you have had on tires and don't know if this was one of them or not. The number on the tire is 255/70r16 and they were all in a very dangerous state when replaced. I spent 678. 42 on the replacement tires and I don't expect a full refund but I do think that firestone should compensate me due to the fact that it was your tire defect that caused the problem. Which of course caused me to have to pay out money I didn't have to replace all (4) tires for safety purposes. I have a copy of the invoice for the replacement tires with a written note specifying that they were defective tires. I have written to you before, about 2-3 weeks ago and have heard nothing back so I'm going through this again. Please advise me what you are going to do and if you need anymore info from me. I do expect a refund of some type due to your defective tires.
Consumer stated while attempting to rotate tires, he noticed that the tires were being cut by the shock bracket. After further investigation consumer found that front left tire had been cut by the shock bracket. There was no reason for the cut because these were new firestone tires with about 5000 miles on them.
When turning the vehicle sharply, the clearance was obstructing the tire, causing the tire rubber to disintegrate. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer. However, the dealer was unable to duplicate or resolve the problem. The tires rubbed on the bolt head that goes through the shock.
Consumer called complaining while driving the vehicle at any speed and turning the wheel left or right, both front tire touch mounts bracket bolt. Dealer has inspected the vehicle and could not duplicate or correct the problem. Please provide further information. Ts.
Tires have spilit from rim to tread. (tiresize: p246/70021)( dot number: tire size: p246/70021 ).
New truck sold with different tires 265-16's and 275-17 tires.
Tires cracked. Tires go half flat about once a month, and consumer puts air back in them. She wants to know about the flatness because thread is so good.