Wheel Rim problems of the 2002 Ford F-150

The contact owns a 2002 Ford f150. The contact stated that the tires would consistently lose air. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the independent mechanic found a crack in the rear aluminum wheel rims. The manufacture was contacted and advised taking the vehicle to an authorized dealer for further inspection. The dealer advised the owner would be liable for the repair costs. The failure and current mileages were 108,000. Updated 11/9/10 updated 11/16/10.

Driving down hwy 35w south bound by lakeville, minnesota. I heard slight grinding noise from front end. I braked and slowed down and took immediate exit from free way on exit ramp. While I entered exit ramp then front end of my 2002 Ford f150 fx4 dropped to the pavement and tire blew. Upon inspection the factory aluminum rim had split in two causing the tire to blow.