Tire Tread/belt problems of the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Three problems related to tire tread/belt have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 02/09/2004

While driving 65 mph rear passenger's tire tread separated, causing a blow out. Consumer managed to pull over to replace tire. Dealerships mechanic was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

2 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 03/29/2003

The left front tire experienced tread separation, which caused extensive damage to the left front end.

3 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 04/17/2001

Consumer was traveling 65mph on highway and heard a banging noise. Then she heard metal to metal sound. She was able to pull over to shoulders, and noticed that rear passenger's tire tread separated. Goodyear, eagle LS.


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