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The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The vehicle has a set of Firestone/Bridgestone tires, size P265/170/R17. The contact stated that the passenger side front and rear tires have split open just below the tread line. The tires split within one week of each other. He has had one of the tires replaced because the mechanic stated that there was no way that the tires could be repaired. The current mileage, dot number, and vehicle information were unavailable. The failure mileage was 29,000. Updated 08/24/07
The contact stated while driving the tire separated from the tread. He felt a vibration in the rear of the vehicle. Several moments later, the tire blew. The manufacturer was contacted, and they offered no free remedy. The tire line was 245/70R17. Updated 12/7/2005 - general tire.
Had a tire blow out on the passengers side. This happened on September 18, 2005. Contacted the manufacturer of trailer, and they repaired it. However, the insurance company paid for it. Took the tire to the mechanic at dealership, and he saw no reason why this happened. The tire was not dry rotted and of the tread came off.
I purchased a new 2005 Chevrolet Silverado VIN [xxx]- my tires are falling apart - the rubber is falling off. - I called the dealer able Chevrolet, I took it to a local dealer and was told - too bad. This is a serious issue with the Bridgestone/Firestone tire. I cannot reach a Firestone representative - updated 07/19/2012 information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Dixon, CA, USA
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- Salem, OR, USA