Two problems related to tire sidewall have been reported for the 2001 Ford Ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Ranger based on all problems reported for the 2001 Ranger.
While driving 65mph, left rear tire exploded, sidewall on outside was in pieces, tire came off the rim. Tire size p225/70r15, dot # unavailable. Consumer stated there was a loud noise and pieces of the tire began flying everywhere, when consumer started to apply the brakes, the vehicle began to swerve, consumer has replaced all 5 tires.
Vehicle was involved in an accident due to defective tires. Firestone, wilderness tires were wearing out from the inside.
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| Tire Blowout problems |