general problems of the 2002 Honda Accord

Very unusual pattern of tread breakdown on federal formoza fd1 passenger car tires noted. Note this is not the "super steel" model indicated in the database entry. The dialogue did not provide "formoza" models for selection. Tread wear indicated over 3/4 of tread life remaining (car was rarely used), but car was parked outdoors in texas, and tires were 9 years old. Breakdown of tread not likely caused by wear, but rather more likely rubber compound deterioration or manufacturing problem. The tread developed fissures laterally across the entire width of the tread (not extending into the tread shoulder), evenly spaced with a fissure every 3/8ths of an inch around the entire circumference of the tires. Depth of fissures unknown. No event in the history of the tires or car can account for this bizarre pattern. The tires were judged unsafe and replaced. Photographs were taken of the pattern of damage to the tires, as well as their identification numbers.

Yokohama avid trz 205/65r15 tires for my 2002 Honda Accord: I purchased a set of these tires 3 years ago as they were 80,000 mile tires (as in long-lasting). At 32,000 miles, they were almost completely bald. The mechanic called and got a $30 discount on the tires for replacement, however, considering the initial cost this is unacceptable. Yokohama should not be allowed to list tires as 80,000 miles of wear when, in fact, they are bald at 32,000 miles (and I am an older experienced driver, not a hot-rodder or excessive speeder. ).

Tire 100% damaged in one break.

On April 6 and July 1 of this year I was traveling at 70 mph on the interstate when a loud explosion occurred. The first time I thought I must have hit something or been near a gunshot. When the same thing happened months later the noise sounded as though it was in the cabin with me. No warning lights, difficulty in handling, or visible damage has appeared. The noise is sudden, without warning, and immense--ringing in ears an hour later--not to mention frightening. We replaced tires in June, and all regular maintenance has been done on schedule. There was a transmission problem when the car was brand new-a clunking noise-which was difficult to diagnose, and required extended days in the shop (nearly four of the first six weeks owned). It was finally eliminated when the shop "dismantled" the car, drained transmission fluid (twice) and did assorted other "fixes". I have contacted the service department concerning the explosions, but they have no suggestions. In about 3 weeks the odometer will be at the same mileage as between the previous two booms, would really like someone else to be with me if it happens again.

While driving, rear passenger bridgestone turanza tire went flat, consumer feels this occurred due to a tire defect, dealer disagreed and stated that the consumer had ridden on the flat tire and ruined the structural integrity of the tire, consumer is requesting reimbursement, tire size is p195/65r15.