Tire Tread/belt problems of the 1999 Ford Ranger - part 2

While exiting the freeway on offranp, tire "blew out" causing momentary loss off control. (driver side, rear tire). I pulled over and changed tire. The tire had a large bolge in the tread that had ruptured. I took the tire to a firestone dealer who replaced the tire for free. I have had no other problems, although I am extremely nervous about this tire. As I remember, the outside temp was in the seventies, although I am not sure. . ( dot number: tire size: p24575r16 ).

Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about seventy miles on highway and all of sudden left rear tire went flat. Then, right tire went flat. Tires were firestone #ht p22570r15. Consumer will contact firestone. #w2uu.

We have had problems with 2 of our tires in less than 17,000 miles. Back in may of this year we brought our Ranger back to dealership, for a noise in the front of vehicle. Turned out one of the tires, which has been properly inflated to correct air pressure had developed lumps. They said there was nothing they could do. They did not warranty tires. Now we have the samething happening to a second tire. We feel something should be done, if for no other reason, peace of mind! these tires have been rotated and balanced on a regular basis. We would appreciate it if you would reply to this letter in a timely manner and hopfully you can regain our faith, once again in big businesses. Thank you. ( dot number: tire size: 245/16 ).

The right rear firestone wilderness at (vdhl1py508) tire failed, there was a protrusion outward from the inside of the tread, less than 3 weeks later the left rear tire failed in the same manner, consumer requested reimbursement for both tires but was denied for the first tire saying it was not replaced at an authorized firestone retailer. Nlm.

2 tires on right rear have experienced a blowout. Have been replaced with same type of tire. The tires tears at side wall or develop holes inside walls, but there was no tread separation.

While driving on highway 291 around independence missouri, the rear tire blew out. Upon stopping to access the damage, I realized the tire was now in 2 pieces. The tread was laying alongside the road, and the rest of the tire was still attached to the wheel. I took the tire to a local firestone dealer where they insisted that the tire did not malfunction. They said driver error caused the tread separation. I had no other choice but to purchase another tire. Now other tires have been recalled, and firestone tells me my tires are safe. I don't believe this since I know otherwise from this incident. ( dot number: w2uu tire size: p22570r15 ).

Firestone wilderness tire failure- while insured driving down interstate, lost control and hit barricade. Icy conditions. Tire came off rim and tire is damaged. Tire was not retained. (claim# 27-6071-297).

Original firestone wilderness at (p235/75r15) tire replaced prior to recall 00t-005 due to possible tread separation, consumer is being denied recall reimbursement because tire was replaced on Feb 9, 2000.

Pe00020; original equipment on a Ford Ranger 1999. While driving at about 62 to 70 miles an hour heard an explosion, and passenger's side rear tire had blownout. Consumer was able to control vehicle. Tread had come off tire, just like the Ford explorer recall. Firestone wilderness at p245/75/r16.

Tires developed a "hop" "skitter" bounce, momentary loss of traction, whatever,"pushed" thru curves, or during avoidance manuvers. The situation was somewhat ameliorated by putting the cold inflation up to "max" not Fords' recommends. . . The garage had the patent obfuscation ready, "it's the nature of the beast" and would do nothing. The tires were exchanged for another brand all-weather m+s tire, which was speed rated (sustained 130+) traction a, temperature a . . . During the trade-out it was discovered; by the tire dealer, that a rim was defective. The point being the dealer; either made no attempt to really diagnose the problem, or his staff was incompetent. The new tires performed flawlessly, even in heavy rains at hi-speed. We would be willing to bet that the wilderness at and the firestone atx have weak sidewalls that flex too much, esp' at the Ford recommend psi' or lazy people running the tire underinflated at an even more dangerous level, generating tremendous heat and failures at hiway speeds, esp where the air gets very hot. . . There is also a "computer controlled" engine kill/shut down that manifested itself at the apex of 7 vehicle pass, on a 2-lane and almost got me killed: the dealer denied its' existence, failed to say it was there after a Ford rep admitted it was there as part of compliance to meet cafe requirements(this could have already caused a lot accidents, and is fraud). Finally the last thing is; maybe minor, but a large number of control wires for the x-mission and x-fer case are exposed and can be ripped out travelling over "bush" or "scrub. " potential fatal problems could arise. . . Thanks for listening I( dot number: tire size: 245/75/16 ).

While traveling noticed tire separation on sidewall of tire. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide further information. Firestone wilderness at p225/70/r15.

While traveling 55mph on paved rural road with no prior warnings or sounds, driver's rear firestone wilderness at tire p265/75r15 blewout. Firestone dotw29v1pk498 , recall #00t005000 tires were original equipment. Consumer has two tires in possession.

While driving about 55 mph left rear tire had a tread separation, and consumer lost control and vehicle went off the road. Firestone wilderness at p225/70r15. Firestone wilderness at p225/70/r15.

Wilderness tires original equipment on a 99 Ranger. While driving at 55mph the tread separated.

Conditions: 11am, Sunday morning, 65mph, dry interstate pavement, slight incline, wind calm, visibility unlimited, traffic light, minimal truck traffic, traveling in right lane. Situation: the left rear tire failed causing the towed RV trailer to fishtai (dot number: vdhl tiresize: p235/75rx1).

The truck was totalled two weeks after I bought it, I had paid $2,600 down and traded a 96 Nissan my ins. Only paid partial and I was left a foot; the tread was off just as the recent news report stated. ( dot number: tire size: 16 ).

Firestone wilderness at tires p245 75 r16 experienced tread separation, consumer wants reimbursement.

Firestone wilderness at tire (p245 75 r16) experienced tread separation and leaking of air, consumer requests reimbursement.

The firestone wilderness at tire experienced tread separation and blowout which caused damage to the vehicle.

Consumer's firestone tires are included in recall 00t005, consumer feels she shouldn't have to pay for replacements.

My wilderness at (p245/75r16) tires are separating at the tread-just like the 15 inch tires that have already been recalled. My husband and I have a four year old daughter and I would like to be reimbursed for replacement tires that we have purchased. Two of the 5 tires are real bad but all are separating @ the tread. I had to purchase new tires before something tragic happened to myself or one in my family. I had no choice! I have contacted several agencies and administrations regarding my tire problem. Can you help me get reimbursed for my wilderness at tires? (I still have the tires even though I bought new ones. ) please let me know how to get reimbursed. Thank you so much. (dot number: w270irf338 tiresize: p245/75r16).

All 4 firestone wilderness at tires p245/75r16 experienced stress cracks where the tread meets the sidewall, consumer took vehicle to a firestone store where they stated the cracking was normal, however an independent tire store stated that the cracking was not normal, dot # w2701rf288.

All four firestone wilderness at tires(p235 75 r15) are experiencing cracks around the tire where the tread and sidewall join.

Tire cracked between tread and sidewall on the inside of the tire, manufacturer replaced on pro-rated warrenty basis, concerned because another tire is showning very minor cracking on inside of tire( dot number: vd70 tire size: p245/75r16 ).

While driving 55mph right rear tire blewout, causing damage to the axle and bearing on the vehicle. Dealer has seen vehicle.

Vehicle began to vibrate and consumer took vehicle to have the wheels balanced 3 times and the front end aligned but the truck was still vibrating, consumer believes there are one or more tread separations in the tire, this has caused poor steering control. Nlm.

All four tires had tread separation.

Consumer received recall notification (00t005000), when consumer tried to get replacement tires from the local Ford dealer he was told to go to a tire shop, consumer was then told at the tire shop he would have to pay for the tires and then get reimbursed, consumer states he can't afford to pay for the tires so he is still driving the vehicle with the recalled tires.

Tire was original equipment on a 1999 ,Ford Ranger, tire size p245/75r16, dot number not available, tires had 35 thousand miles on them. Upon inspection of vehicle, inspector noticed all four tires were developing cracks on outer edge. Also, tread was separating on outter edge. All four tires were replaced with bridgestone. Dot number for the firestone wilderness at tires is w2701rf.

All 4 firestone wilderness at p24575r16 tires are ready to blow apart, tires not included in recall (oot-005).

Tread has hair line cracks. No failure at this time. Tires were manufactured in canada. Tires will be inspected by a firestone dealer this week . Just forwording this information for any future investigation on all firestone wilderness tires. (tiresize: p235x75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235x75r15 ).