Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500. The number one most common problem is related to the tire tread/belt (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire sidewall (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems |
Firestone lt245/75-r16 steeltex radial a/t tread separated at 55 mph. Two estimates of damage to vehicle, approximately $3,700. Sent tire to firestone who denied liability. Attributed tread separation to "over deflexion". Read details...
My hercules terra trac a/t 245 70 16 are shredding near the sidewall. The 17 inch version of my tires were recalled but the 16 inch was never recalled. Hercules dealer refused to replace tire saying that I possibly hit a curb. Read details...
Firestone lt245/75-r16. Rear tire blew out at 70 mph. Entire tread flew off tire. Managed to get vehicle to the shoulder and change the tire. Rear quarter of truck was pushed in by the tire. Tire marks all over the rear quarter and bumper. Another rear tire blew in June of 2002. Read details...