Tire Sidewall problems of the 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis

Two problems related to tire sidewall have been reported for the 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tire Sidewall problem

Failure Date: 01/12/2001

Left rear goodyear eagle tire, ls97tbsb - 225/60r16 on 1999, Mercury, Grand Marquis. Tire has cracked on sidewall of tire, and manufacturer is considering defect to be road hazard. Consumer had to replace tire, tire has been sent to goodyear for examination.

2 Tire Sidewall problem

Failure Date: 06/10/1999

Michelin all season symmetry radial tire sidewall on the right front tire blew out. Rim hit the pavement and shattered around the circumference. Vehicle fishtailed, and there was no control of vehicle. Vehicle hit median and it rolled over three times before landing on driver's side. Vehicle was totalled.


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