Two problems related to tire tread/belt have been reported for the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 based on all problems reported for the 2002 Sierra 2500.
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".
The contact owns a 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 hd. The vehicle has firestone radial, size lt/245/75/r16 tires. While driving approximately 65 mph, the driver side front tire blew out. The contact was able to safely maneuver to the side of the road. He noticed that the tread completely detached from the tire. Prior to driving the vehicle, he noticed that the tire pressure was normal. The manufacturer stated that the tires were not defective. The current and failure mileages were aprox. 40,000. Updated 02-19-08 updated 02/14/08.
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