Table 1 shows two common tire related problems of the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire problems |
Tire located on passenger front side of vehicle is showing cracks between the tread area and the sidewall. Four tires were purchased on 12/04/2009 and were installed at a local sears auto center. Cracks were noticed October 23, 2010, and appear to follow the circumference of the tire in the area between the tread and side wall of the tire. To date, cracks were noticed only on the one tire. Taking vehicle to local sears facility today, 10/26/2010, for replacement.
Yokohama , avid, p235/45r17, dot ehx8bem0803. Consumer stated the tires wore out just on regular wear and tear . The tires were 9 months old with less than 10,000 miles.