Seven problems related to tire have been reported for the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
On Saturday, March 13, 2004, at approximately 12:00 driving on the east bound long island expressway ohe of the tires on my 1997 Nissan Pathfinder shredded/came apart the tire is a bridgestone dueler ht 265/70/15 # elekdcl1100. I just purchased the truck one month ago, and from what I was told at the bridgeston/firestone dealer the tire is only 3 years old. 3 year old tires should wear down not come apart. I was traveling at 50 mph and was able to control the vehicle until I was able to come to a stop on the shoulder. My truck sustained major damage to the front 1/4 panel, door, wheel well molding, the aluminum wheel and running board. I have pictures of the damage. This vehicle helps to allow me to make a living and I cannot afford to be without it for an extended period of time. Please forward this to the appropriate department to help me resolve this as quickly as possible. I contacted bridgestone and was given the run around and can only hope this can be resolved in the next 30 days or so, which is very hard for me to accept. If you can give/forward any further information to me I would appreciate it. I can also be reached at 631-463-9084. Thank you for handling this in an expedient manner paul balsamo .
Manufacturer advised dealer to recommend tire rotation every 3250 miles rather than 7500 as stated in owner's manual. Even with rotation, tires required replacement.
Undo wear on tires. Took vehicle to dealer. Received notice from dealer. After 3rd time, told too much excessive wear after 28,000 miles. Tires are bald.
While driving 40-45 a rear tire was making noise, steering wheel and rear tires locked up. Consumer tried to pull vehicle over accelerator pedal, had no power. Vehicle was towed to repair shop. Please provide further information.
Purchased 4 tires from sears on 07/27/00 at cost of $561. 75. On 05/05/01 wobbling noticed with only 23423 miles of wear. Returned to sears on 07/02/2001 to report probable belt separating. They reported feathering of tread. They wanted to sell me new tires, not honor warranty or guarantee of customer satisfaction. Advised by Nissan dealer not to drive long distance due to possible blow out. Contacted sears customer relations. Awaiting reply. These are bf goodrich tires all terrain radials, 30x9. 50r15lt. Thank you for any assistance. (tiresize: 30950r15lt).
Severe tire wear after only 20,000 miles despite proper care, pressure, scheduled rotating followed. (tiresize: 235 70r15)( dot number: tire size: 235 70r15 ).
Excessive tire wear.