Tire Problems of Ford Focus - part 2

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Focus. The driver stated that his vehicle began to make excessive noises in the rear of the vehicle at approximately 10,000 miles. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the tires on his vehicle where defective and needed to be replaced. The driver replaced the tires with goodyear tires and around 13,000 miles the vehicle started to have the identical failure. The driver took the vehicle back to the dealer. The dealer told him that there were no recalls on his vehicle and there was nothing they could do to assist him. The driver has now replaced the tires three times. The noise occurred while driving more than 60 mph. The failure mileage was 10,000. The current mileage was 24,100.

See all problems of the 2008 Ford Focus 🔎.

Tire tread separtion on both rear tires of a 2007 Ford Focus zx4 ses. Car only had 14,000 miles on them. Tires were replaced new national tires.

See all problems of the 2007 Ford Focus 🔎.

On 4/9/09 I was driving to work and I noticed slight vibration coming from the left rear pirelli p6 tire on my 2008 Ford Focus. I checked the tire and did not notice any visible sign of damage. On the way home the vibration got more severe. On arriving home I checked the tire and found one spot that was completely bald. From when I checked the tire at work to when I arrived at home I had driven a total of less than 90 miles for the tire to go completely bald in that spot. Both pirelli and 2 Ford dealers claim there were no problems with the tire, that the damage was due to a improper use of the emergency brake, improper alignment of the rear end of the vehicle, the tire not being balanced or failure to rotate the tires. I had the tires replaced by a local mechanic.

I recently had my 2007 Ford Focus in for an oil change and the automotive company told me I would need to replace my tires. I have rotated my tires every other oil change to ensure proper wear and even wear and also for safety and maintenance. I had approximately 40k miles at that time. I asked the automotive service company if pirelli warranties the tire and they said unfortunately not. I went to discount tire, they told me the tires need replacing and there is no warranty on the tire because it is an oem tire. Discount tire said pirelli makes that tire differently for the oem than the tire dealers. No warranty. I went to the Ford dealer and the automotive technician said the tires need replacing and that the pirelli's have been, in his words, "junk". He said, "miss, if you think your tires are bad, you should see the cupping and awful wear and hazard on the f150 pick-ups and expeditions". I asked him if he told Ford about this and he said no. I contacted Ford and no one cares to return my concern. Pirelli told me flat out in an e-mail that the tire is not covered under any prorating and basically it is my problem. I could have a blow out or something happen due to poor manufacturing. This tire, the p6 is a safety threat. No one will listen, no one cares. I was shocked by pirelli's remark and I did not ask for a replacement, I was just thinking of some type of proration on a better tire. I also recommended to pirelli that they might want this set for their engineering teams to review and study. I am sending this complaint to NHTSA because I care enough about other people and wouldn't want anyone injured.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. While merging off the highway at 10 mph, the contact heard a loud noise and noticed the rear driver's side tire rolling back onto the highway. She recovered the tire and noticed that the bolts, lugs, nuts, and wheel bearing were still attached to the tire. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 01i017000 (wheels lugs, nuts, bolts); however, the dealer could provide a warranty for the repair. The vehicle has not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 100,000.

See all problems of the 2001 Ford Focus 🔎.

My family and I were coming up from florida when it started to rain. I felt the car slipping on the road so I moved over into the far right hand land. The car slipped again and I hydroplaned and crashed car on Nov. 29th due to tires that were only 6months old. I felt these new tires had been worn smooth after only 10,000 miles of usage with a car that had no brake or alignment issues. The tires were full of air at the right pressure and I noticed no tread issues before leaving out of town. When filling out the police report, the officer wrote me a ticket claiming the accident happened because of the tires. We had to stay overnight in a hotel and purchased new tires the next day. I still retain the tires.

See all problems of the 2005 Ford Focus 🔎.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Focus. The vehicle has firestone tires. The contact believed that the rear passenger tire was defective due to a rollover crash. The approximate mileage on the tire was 700. While driving less than 75 mph, the driver felt a shift in the way the vehicle was operating. The tires were inspected, but no failures were found. While attempting to make a left turn, the rear passenger tire separated in two locations. The vehicle completely rolled over while making the left turn. The driver was injured. The vehicle was towed to a body shop and they stated that the rear passenger tire was defective. The manufactured date of the tire was two months prior to the crash. The police filed a report and verified that the driver was not speeding at the time of the crash. The vehicle was destroyed. The VIN, tire size, and tire line were unknown. The failure and current mileages were less than 92,000.

See all problems of the 2002 Ford Focus 🔎.

The contact owns a 2007 Ford Focus. The vehicle has goodyear tires, size p19560r15 (na). The contact stated that the tires had a slow leak, which forced her to place air in them every week or two weeks. She stated that the dealer sold her a defective vehicle due to the tires and cup holder. The dealer stated that all of the tires were good and contained no failures. In addition, there was a crack on the windshield when the vehicle was purchased. The tire line was unknown. The failure mileage was 32,000 and current mileage was 36,000. Updated 2/23/09 updated 02/25/09.

While traveling east on interstate 10 in arizona, rear tire (drivers side) on a 2007 Ford Focus separated (18,000 miles on car and tires) car slide sideways into the right shoulder and flipped twice. Totaled car.

The Ford Focus eats tires like crazy. I have owned my 2007 Focus for three years now. I have to put new tires on it every 16,000 miles because the rear tires are cupping. I've had the alignment/shocks/suspension looked at and have been told that they are fine. I have heard many people complain about having the same problem with their Focus. I asked Ford about this problem and they have no solution. I would appreciate it if you looked into this issue, as I know that there are many frustrated drivers out there.

2006 Ford Focus rear tires . Normal driving conditions when tires start to shake and then wear unevenly on both sides. Only 26000 miles on tires from the dealer. Have to replace. Dealer says their is nothing wrong with car itself, just poor driving. Front tires still have close to half life left. Still have rear tires.

See all problems of the 2006 Ford Focus 🔎.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle began to shake then the driver side rear tire detached from the vehicle. As a result, the tire crashed into the windshield of another vehicle. The mechanic replaced the tire however; he was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The VIN, engine size number of cylinders and tire information were unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 101,000. Updated 01/29/08 updated 01/29/08.

Cooper cobra radial g/t - tread separation - on all 4 tires. Happened over a period of 3 years. One incident left us stranded for 5 hours on a busy highway in maryland. Dot # u9v9 c28 0605 size p195/60r15.

My daughters Ford Focus 2004 has only 21,000 miles on it and was making noises we checked the tires pirelli p6 four season p205/50r 16 87 h m+s and the rear back tire cords were broke since we bought the car over a year ago and the warranty was only for a year they said they wont do anything what if it would of blown out think they should be called it has happened to alot of people with the same tires looked up complaint on internet, we replaced all four tires did not trust the other tires now they are made in china surprise. What would of happened if my daughter would of had a blow out????????? something should be done. Click here: compare prices and read reviews on pirelli p6 four seasons passenger/performance tire at epinions. Com --- click here: news in brief. (briefs)(briefs on pirelli tire north America, toyo tire (USA) corp. , cooper tire & rubber CO. ) - jo.

See all problems of the 2004 Ford Focus 🔎.

I bought this new 2007 Ford Focus on 8-16-07 and when I left and headed down the highway my tires which are pirelli p6 four seasons 205/50r16 were making a terrible thumping noise. I called the dealer and was reassured by the salesman that the is what happens with low profile tires. I talked to him 5 or 6 times over a 2 to 3 week period and he kept telling me that is the sound of low performance tires. Well I went in for my oil change and to have my tires rotated and they told me my car was out of alignment and my tires were shot. The two front ones were wore on the inside and the back two had a funny wear pattern that they had never seen before. They also told me how much it would cost to have 4 new tires put on and a alignment. I went back to the dealer and I was put off. I was told I have no warranty with the tires as I was told by my salesman (who by the was is no longer there). I am upset because the service guy who made my appointment said they are seeing this alot with the 2007 Ford Focus pirelli tires but I am going to have to pay for new ones. I don't think so this is a problem I have had since I bought this car and something should be done a. S. A. P. Before someone gets killed out on the road.

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Focus. The contact noticed that the wear bar was exposed on each tire. The mileage was 44,244 when the new tires were purchased. The tire manufacturer and brand were toyo tires, the dot#cx3v862205 , and the size was 205/15vr16. The tires were 40,000 mile tires, which caused tire failure at 19,415 miles earlier. The tire dealer was notified. The current and recent failure mileage were 63,659. The consumer states that every 5,000 miles the were rotated twice by Ford motor CO and twice by her husband. The consumer also states she has a 90,000 mile warranty. The consumer states she wants to reimbursed for a portion of the cost of the new tires. Updated 05/13/07.

2000 Ford Focus. Vehicle was westbound on the ohio turnpike in the left lane, driver attempted to change into the center lane when the vehicle went out off control and spun off the left side of the road striking the median wall. (ohio traffic crash report).

See all problems of the 2000 Ford Focus 🔎.

: the contact stated while driving 55 mph on normal road conditions, there was a vibration coming from the rear side of the vehicle. It was taken to an independent shop, who determined that new tires should be installed. The tire manufacturer recommended the pressure was 44 psi. 20,000 miles later, the problem recurred and the tires were cupped and the belt broke. The tire pressure was regularly checked were rotated regularly. After the second incident, the vehicle was taken to the service dealer who admitted that Ford had an ongoing problem. The manufacturer was notified, who also admitted to the contact that there was a problem but would not offer to correct the issue. Make tire: dayton/model: unknown/size: f15/manufactured: dayton.

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Focus. The vehicle has goodyear eagle, size 195/60r15. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle began to shake. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the tires were replaced because they were worn. A rear alignment was performed four times prior to the failure. The tire and vehicle failure mileage was 31,000 and current mileage was 48,000. The consumer provided information on the road hazard tire coverage, information on websites pertaining to the defect, vehicle description and contract and pictures of the defect. Updated 09/24/07 updated 10/11/07.

Upon turning right onto the highway the car did not respond immediately to the straightening of the steering wheel. It was thought to be hydroplaining. Again upon making another right 11 miles later it reacted the same way. Seconds later the left front driver tire fell off the vehicle causing the vehicle to drop and skid left of center hitting an oncoming car head on. A witness claims to have seen the tire leave the car and cause the sliding to left of center.

I have purchased 3- cooper life liner touring sle 205501687 h tires. 2 were on the rear. 2 months after purchase, the right rear tire went flat. I replaced it. 2 weeks later the left rear went flat. I filled it and the very next day the right rear went flat. I put a spare on and took them where I bought them. They ran tests and found nothing to be wrong with the tire and could not explain why they just went flat. I replaced the 2 rear tires with a different brand and have yet to have a problem with them.

See all problems of the 2003 Ford Focus 🔎.

On January 14, 2005 I took my vehicle into paul harvey Ford for maintanence. I was informed that there were several things needing to be replaced, most was covered by my extended warranty. The service tech. Gary also informed me that I needed all new tires, and further said he could not warrant any work done unless I replaced them. So I gave him premission to do so. Feburary 7th, 2005 while driving home from work I was informed by a passerby that my tire was extremely low on the back driver side. I contact gary at paul harvey Ford regarding the flat and he ask if there was someone who could fix it. I reminded him that I just purchased four new tires from paul harvey Ford and that I planned to bring the car and tire in. I took it in the next morning with my husband who spoke with gary regarding the tire. Gary said he would have someone look at it while we waited. Gary returned and said that the tire could not be repaired because the hole was on the inside area of the tire and that it was against the law to repair, that I would have to pruchase another. I refused to do so and I'm still seeking remendy.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Focus. The contact noticed air coming out of the front passenger side tire, which she had been aware of since first purchasing the vehicle. The failure occurred more than six times, regardless if the vehicle was parked or in motion. The vehicle would either have to be towed to the dealer or service personnel would come to her and replace the tire with a spare. The dealer was never able to determine the cause of the failure. The tire was replaced once in January of 2008, but the failure recurred. The contact sent letters and emails to the manufacturer regarding the failure. The current mileage was 36,686 and failure mileage was 22,815.

1. I've had problems with this tire holding air. It has given me problems ever since I purchased it. It was taken to the dealer all through warranty. I've been putting air in it which has cost me a surmountable amt of money ranging from 25 cents to whatever the market charged cost of putting air in it to the current date. It ruined a good tire after 12,000 miles of use; it was rotated all the necessary times; only the right passenger front side tire no matter how many times it was rotated; the same side is faulty; August 2008, a service center discovered the problem. I told them to examine that particular wheel and see if they could figure out what problem exists. They discovered that the wheel is bent in 4 different places. I've had to be towed from my workplace; my auto club has had to send a service shopout to change the tire or pump it up. Sometimes this would happen in my driveway. After warranty it becomes the owner's problem. I believe the mfr and dealer were aware of the problem. An owner of a 2004, new at the time of purchase, also has a cracked wheel. Unless this problem is corrected, it will continue to cost purchasers more monies and accidents if driven over 30-40 miles per hr. This is a mfr's defect. A vehicle in this condition should not be driven on long trips at a high rate of speed, such as on the expressways and interstates. It is dangerous regardless of speed. Once air is put back into the tire, within a day's time, driven or not driven, it starts going down. Basically, just being parked, it will go down anyway. With the ethics of the dealership in this area, they probably did the same thing as I've been doing. , adding air to the tire and returning it back to me. Thank you.

June 2004, I purchased a new 2004 Focus with p195. 60. 15 good year eagle rsa tires. I assume this is a standard tire used by Ford for this model, as I was not asked by the dealership if I would like to upgrade or change the tires. I never dreamed a car would be sold in this area without an adequate functional tire on. I am unable to control this vehicle in winter weather. With no warning, the car will veer out of control. I have driven in this type weather conditions for years, but never have I ever had a car with this type of handling problem. I do not have any difficulty with it in rain or dry conditions, so it is not a mechanical malfunction. I have had multiple failures in December & January. I was told by good year tire dealer that the tires are a high-performance tire and are not meant for winter driving. There are no gripping treads for snow and ice. I have to replace the tires on this car with 5,600 miles on them for safety purposes so that I do not risk injury or death to myself or someone else. I just do not understand why Ford has put this type of a tire on the vehicle. I should have been told by Ford the tires are not adequate for certain conditions. I am very upset that I have to replace a set of new tires on a new vehicle so that I can feel safe and not have an accident due to incorrect tires. I contacted the dealership where I purchased the car, however, they are not being very cooperative with my complaint. The only explanation I receive from them is that they don't know what I am talking about, or they have never had that kind of a complaint, or I am using bad driving judgment for the conditions.

My Ford Focus ztx has 4 firestone firehawk gta 02 p205/50r15 m+s 86h tires on it and the vehicle only has 20,119 miles on it. I rotated the tires every 6,000 miles as recommended and on th elast oil change and tire rotatin appointment, the firestone dealer adivsed me not to rotate the tires because their are defects in the tires and the rear tires rotated to the front would cause more road noise. The auto is under bumper to bumper warranty and the Ford dealership would not cover the tires because the service manager said they do not carry firestone tires anymore even though these were the brand installed on the vehicle by the factory. *a.

Rear tires wear out prematurely on 2000, 2001 and 2003 Ford Focus. All have new tires installed because of rear tire wear and misalignment. The consumer stated that the rear tires began thumping and the tread wall started cupping. The consumer stated that he has had three vehicles of the same make and model with the same problem. The consumer no longer owns the 2000 and 2001 Ford Focus only the 2003.

The front tires wore out. Consumer heard a loud noise coming from the front tires. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Firestone, p205/50r16.

2000 Focus tires were pulling. ***** the rims were bent as a result of the tires pulling.

Bought 2003 Ford Focus August 2003; March-April 2004 heard thumping noise off rear tires. (please note: I put on 3,000 miles monthly and change my oil monthly as well as rotate my tires every other oil change. ) treads are wearing in coaster size spots, but under 25%. Goodyear is replacing only one tire under the "warranty" "nuisance" clause. Will monitor all tires. The old tire is wavy, unlike the others, which are fine thus far. Gy suggested possible suspension, but doubted due to the youth of the car and tires and also suggested alignment. Had the new tire put on. . . Free. . And had a "free" alignment analysis performed.

Excessive brake dust 2002 Ford Focus (VIN#: fafp383x2w110369). Have replaced 3 tires all under 20,000mi. (firestone). One replacement tire (firestone) failed after roughly 5000mi. Failings happen on flat smooth highway. Extremely dangerous situation when front tires fail (tread is good, no wear, no punctures, pressure good). Possibly tire is separated from rim??? vehicle bought from lithia Ford (omaha, ne).

While driving 65 mph rear passenger's side tire exploded, causing the driver to lose control. No impact reported.

Rear tires traction failed. As a result, vehicle became uncontrollable. The consumer stated when the roads were wet, the vehicle was hard to control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer at least 6 times for the same problem, three of the six times the dealer replaced the tires, however that did not resolve the problem.

Rear and front tires showed signs of excessive wear. The tires were rotated, but the excessive wear still persisted. Dealer and the tire manufacturer were notified. Vehicle hydroplaned and almost caused a accident. Dealer replaced tires with second set of dunlop sport az tires.

16 inch diameter front alloy wheel with 205-50/r16 tire on 2002 Ford Focus zts was damaged and caused rapid tire deflation due to low speed , 35 mph, impact with pothole. 50 series tire is too thin for street use on the Ford Focus!.