13 problems related to tire have been reported for the 1997 Ford Ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Ranger equipped with bridgestone dueler at tires, line size 225/70/r14 . The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, he began to hear a thumping noise. The vehicle was driven home where the contact noticed that the tread on the rear driver side tire was peeling. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 131,000.
Blowout-feel fortunate / firestone said it wasn't their tire, but I looked it up on the web and there is a story about this tire being subject to investigation. They only authorized an inspection. I will not let them have the tire. (dot number: hyhyt71187 tiresize: p215/75r15).
While driving, the tire casing separated from the inside of the tread backing and there was dry rot noticed between the tread lines, the other 3 tire showed signs of dry rot between the tread lines as well (marshal 791 touring a/s, p205/75r14, 95s m&s). Nlm.
Traveling along i95 at 65 miles per hour in traffic, heard a bumping noise, pull to side of road saw that the right front tire went flat. Just purchase four set of tires from cella Ford in oct of 2000. Upon returning home went to cella Ford spoke with service technician who informed me they were not a tire dealer take it to buffalo tires who would check the tire and tell what was wrong. Went there told me nothing was wrong had no idea why it went out. Had to purchase new tire because rim rubbed against the tire inside causing outside to separate. Contacted cella Ford service depatment told him what was said and he insisted that something had to be wrong with the tire, that it just didnt go out by itself. I explaine the gentlemen insist they could not find anything. With lack of concern for my safety I find it necessary to replace the remaining tires. Will never purchase firestone again. (dot number: 8xfc80m389 tiresize: p225/70r14).
These were original equipment tires and, after about 30000 miles, I noticed the truck lurched upon take-off from either a stop or slow speed, as well as a worming motion going around corners. The dealership assured me this all was normal. I got a flat (the front left) while hunting and, upon taking it to les schwab for proper repair, was told the tread had separated. The plug was stated to have been the cause of the separation. I then purchased four new tires. Since these tires have been on my truck, the "normal" lurch is gone. I have been told by others that tread separation can cause a lurch the same as what I was experiencing. These wilderness at tires were not part of the recall. I do not have the dot numbers of the tires, though I am sure the dealership or Ford would have them on record. I do not know if les schwab would still have the tires that I had replaced. (tiresize: p265/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 ).
No summary listed for above vehicle. ( dot number: tire size: 265/75-15 ).
Flat tire occurred at about 55-57 mph. Driver's side front tire split on exterior side, repair shop called this "delamination. " tires were original equipment, 29,000 miles. We replaced both front tires with new radials. Want to know if rear tires might also be unsafe. Found no listing of this tire in recalls or advisories. (dot number: vnec tiresize: p225/70r14).
I have a leak in the tire and no one will repair it due to the recall. Firestone will not replace tire either due to lack of available replacements. Any other alternatives? I at least need my tire repaired. ( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 ).
Vehicle has 18000 miles on it and has worn out 2 sets of tires on edges. Second set still on but need replaced soon. Alignment checked 2 times and was within Ford specs for this 4x4 truck. 4 wheel drive only used for bad weather. Firestone discounted second set of tires because of premature wear $84. 00 each. Second set wearing just like 1st set. Only get about 9000 miles per set. ( dot number: tire size: 265\75r\15 ).
Tire seperated completely from rim at high speed. Tire pressure was correct as the car had completed a dealer maintence servicing approx. One week prior to the incident. Blowout believed to be caused by a defective tire. ( dot number: tire size: 225x70rx14 ).
What tires are being recalled by firestone. What tire size? all four tires on my Ford Ranger are wearing very lumpy. They even make my truck shake. It feels like you are running on a gravel road. ( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 ).
Tires are so bad out of shape they make my truck shake. They have lumps in them. ( dot number: tire size: p265/75r15 ).
I cannot get any answers regarding this size tire, p215/75r15. I already know that firestone is not replacing this tire however if you could provide me any information regarding the number of accidents related to this tire and make it would give me the decision to either change out the tires or keep them because it does not relate to the current recall. I ask only because I have a five month old daughter and I want to protect her the best I can however I am also not the richest person in the world and the cost of the tires is more than I can afford until probably next month or so. Your input would help me tremendously in either speeding up the process or feeling more assured that taylor is safe in our truck. Again, any support of information will be appreciated. ( dot number: tire size: p215/75r15 ).