Tire Problems of Volvo V70

Volvo V70 owners have reported 41 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire sidewall (14 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Tire problems of Volvo V70

The Tire problem

Bought 2 supermax tm-1 235/45r17 94 h tires thru walmart. Com from tirebros. Treadlife advertised as 45k. At less than 20k I brought them in to a tire shop because of terrible pulling while driving. Two tire shops showed me where the the bands were separating, necessitating replacement for safety   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

Tires have not failed. Sidewall cracks/deterioration noticed during routine stop for gas. I plan to replace all 4 tires immediately.   Read details...

The Tire Bulge problem

Continental contiextremecontact radials size 205/55 r16 v speed rating, purchased on 7/10/08. Tires have approximately 10,000 miles at incident date. Upon arriving at destination after a 9 hour trip traveling at approximately 67mph average, both right side tires had large bulges in the sidewall.   Read details...

The Spare Tire problem

While driving there was a loud popping noise then smoke started coming from the rear of the truck. This occurred after the factory spare tire was installed by a Volvo road side assistance repair service.   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

225/55r 95h on the highway in center lane going 70mph. Car was starting to shake and then heard loud noise coming from the back. Next thing the tire blew. Tread ripped off the bumper, side rear panel, taillight and trim under the door. We were lucky to be able to pull over to the shoulder.   Read details...




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