This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with Goodyear Wrangler silent armor tires, line size: LT265/75/R16. While driving approximately 45 mph, the contact noticed an abnormal vibration in the steering. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the tread on the front driver side tire had separated. The contact replaced the tire with the spare and took the failed tire to the tire shop. The tire shop replaced the tire under warranty. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 12T003000 (tires:tread/belt) that could possibly have been related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the tire size was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000. Updated 03/28/12 updated 03/29/12
The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact noticed that the HVAC blower motor would not function on low settings and there were strong fumes emitting from the vents. There was voluntary recall for corrosion on the wiring connector and HVAC blower. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was over the mileage indicated in the voluntary recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
Severe tire pulls, left front tire developed most pull. Even developed a small bulge in the tire tread itself. Condition worsened with mileage. Consumer took his truck to 4wp store and asked them to replace defective tires under purchased warranty. Store manager stated that the tire pulls were common among all tire brands and failed to replace tires under warranty. Consumer at a later time replaced worn suspension parts due to out of balance condition and vibration caused by tire bulges. Consumer also filed complaint with the Consumer Affairs state enforcement Agency. Fb
There was a problem with the traction of the tires which caused the vehicle to slide when stopping and turning corners. Consumer has complained to the dealer; dealer said this problem was normal for this vehicle.
- Port Richey, FL, USA
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- Rochester, NY, USA