Ford Thunderbird owners have reported 26 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire tread/belt (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Spare Tire problems | |
| Tire Bubble problems |
While traveling 70mph on highway, vehicle was vibrating inside of steering column. He was able to pull over to shoulder. Right rear tire tread separated. Firestone fr680 p215/70r15 and dot #w2m31pn266. Read details...
Piece of tread thrown from car, followed by tread separation. All 4 tires replaced. Independent dealer has possession until recall determination is made. ( dot number: ) Read details...
Left rear tire blew out at highway speed. Had noticed an unusal sound beginning the previous day, but couldn't determine what it was. The noise dissapeared immediately after the failed tire was changed, which would seem to indicate a defect more likely than a road hazard. Read details...
Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Ford Thunderbird vehicle equipped with a firestone spare tire, tire line tempa spare size t185-60-r17, dot number hydn 190233006. The contact stated that while cleaning the vehicle the contact found that the spare tire that was stored in the trunk area had a blow out Read details...
Both rear tires developed bubbles, broken belts and failed at the same time. ( dot number: ) Read details...