Tire Tread/belt problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Two problems related to tire tread/belt have been reported for the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 08/26/2004

Front left tire continuously deflating, leading to rapid deflation because of a seven inch cut along the seam of the tire. Fortunately it happened at a very low speed and I was able to get off the road safely. I had just left the highway and was driving 70 mph. Replaced all four tires.

2 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2002

While traveling on highway front left tire tread separated from tire. Then a couple later, front right tire blewout. General, grabber (aw), p27560r17. Dealership is aware of problem.


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