Table 1 shows six common tire related problems of the 1999 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire tread/belt (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire Bead problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Tire Bubble problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems |
Consumer heard a roaring noise from rear of vehicle, beginning at 4000 miles. Dealer could not find cause. After third visit dealer suggested it was a tire problem. Consumer replaced all tires, but noise kept getting louder. Read details...
While driving at 55 on the highway left rear driver's side tire blew out. Consumer had to replace the tire, and the wheel was bent. Consumer made contact with the manufacturer, who wanted the wheel and tire mailed. Read details...
Chevron receipt of 4/20/00 reads: all four bridgestone tires are unsafe due to bead problems - had to put studded tires back on vehicle. (note) - these people do not sell tires. ( dot number: el yt tire size: p205/70r15 ) Read details...