Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2001 Mercury Marquis.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire problems |
While driving 60 mph consumer heard a loud noise coming from the rear. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The consumer noticed that the rear tire had blown out. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The technician determined that the remaining three tires should also be replaced.
While driving, the right rear tire blew out, consumer states the sidewall had detached from the tread and had disintergrated, there was no puncture in the tire, consumer was informed by tire shop that tire was beyond repair, consumer is seeking for reimbursement (michelin symmetry tire p225-60-16).
Michelin tire (no size) experienced blowout.