Tire Tread/belt problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta

Three problems related to tire tread/belt have been reported for the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta based on all problems reported for the 2002 Jetta.

1 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 11/10/2003

All four tires experienced tread separation. The consumer is concerned that may cause a severe blowout while driving. Service manager noted he has seen other failures like these and there may be a trend.

2 Tire Tread/belt problem

Failure Date: 11/15/2002

There was no tread left on all 4 tires.

3 Tire Tread/belt problem

Left rear tire on a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta separated while driving 65 mph with only the driver. No injuries or other damages were reported at this time (original equipment, tire size is LS-195/65r15 & the dot # m6aehtdr0202) dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this issue and please complete the questions on the questionnaire.


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