Table 1 shows five common tire related problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (24 problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire tread/belt (22 problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Spare Tire problems | |
| Tire Bubble problems |
Cpsc#i12a0111a. 2001 Ford Explorer. Consumer stated that a day after she brought the car it broke down. The consumer stated there was a problem with the engine, as well as a hole in gas tank, which had rusted out, the bearings needed to be replaced, the tire were dry rotted, as they kept going Read details...
While driving on interstate, tire tread separated from the right rear tire causing vehicle to come into contact with gravel along the edge of the highway resulting in vehicle turning over several times. Driver and passenger injured and vehicle was a total loss. Read details...
2 tire blowouts in less than 6 months is not normal. . . One while driving is unsafe. . The 2nd while parked does not make sense. (dot number: 8xhl ipy tiresize: 235/75r15) Read details...