: the contact stated; two of the Continental tires purchased for the vehicle had tread separation from the belt. The first tire failure was on 7/17/2006. The second failure occurred on 9/1/2006, while traveling 50 mph on a highway in clear dry conditions, the front of the vehicle began to vibrate. The vehicle was pulled off the road, and the right front tire was replaced. The tire was taken to the sales dealer, where the dealer informed the contact the warranty was expired on the tire. The manufacturer was not notified. Updated 10/31/2006 -

- Boynton Beach, FL, USA

While driving 40 mph right rear tire experienced a tread separation. Goodyear Wrangler ap, aftermarket equipment, tire size 265/70R16, dot# unavailable. Goodyear was notified.

- New Milford, PA, USA

Driving on highway and I started feeling the whole truck bounce, I went to the tire shop to find out. The tire was separating from the tread or spliting down the middle. This has happened twice and now a new one that was bought to replace one of the old ones is also beginning to separate.

- Palatka, FL, USA

While driving 40 mph, the right rear tire tread separated. This was the replacement tire for the tire recall 01T016000.

- New Milford, PA, USA

Several problems with 1999 Ford Explorer eddie bauer edition. When the vehicle was turned right, the windshield wipers would come on, the right rear tire had blown, there was a whine noise, a leaking on the garage floor along with a burning smell when the vehicle was shutoff, it was discovered the front axle seal needed to be replaced. Check engine light had come on and the heat gauge showed hot, the dealer determined it was the thermostat. The engine surged, the light emitting the display had gone out, there was a problem with the right front hub assembly/axle seal.

- Athens, IL, USA

Front right replacement tire for the Firestone recall 01 X 001 000, experienced tread separation. This occurred while driving at 56 mph, which caused loss of control. The vehicle impacted the medium.

- Montgomery Village, MD, USA

While driving, the left front tire tread separated and blew out, causing extensive damage and injury to the consumer. Delta Sierra radial, 2,387 miles on tire.Firestone recall replacement tire.

- Dousman, WI, USA

Had tires replaced with Michelin brand because of Firestone recall.

- Abilene, TX, USA

Engine makes a rattling noise, consumer constantly went to dealer to diagnose the problem. After doing 2-3 diagnostic tests, no problem was found, consumer went to another dealer for a second opinion and a rebuild engine was put in. Bolt to engine cylinder broke off and a new head was ordered. Consumer is still not satisfied that engine is not running smoothly and still hear irregular noises, dealer identified the noise and informed consumet that is was normal, consumer also blames dealer for selling her the vehicle with defective Firestone tires, consumer had to purchase 5 new tires.

- Lompoc, CA, USA

We currently reside in puerto rico. In the summer of 2000, we heard news reports of tread separation problems potentially related to a manufacturer's defect and warm climate. We determined that all of our tires on our 99 Explorer were wilderness tires. Only 1 was being recalled because of the place of mfg. We were putting off replacing the tire until the matter was investigated further. On July 10, 2000 while driving with my son to a football game we stopped for a soda and discovered one tire separating. Because we already had 36,000 mi. On the car and because of additional safety concerns, we immediately replaced all four tires at the place Ford recommended. They reimbursed us for the 1 tire recalled. Now the other three have been recalled but they refuse to reimburse us (even though we have the original receipt) because it was prior to Aug. 1, 2000.( dot number: )

- Roosevelt Roads, PR, USA

The consumer had two leased vehicle with Firestone tires, one of the vehicle's tires were replaced with Goodyear tires, the other vehicle's tires were replaced with Firestone Wilderness AT III which were made in Decatur, the consumer does not want these tires and wants them replaced (Wilderness AT III). Nlm

- Freeland, MI, USA

Prior to recall notification consumer took vehicle in for service for maintenance and was advised by technician that all four tires needed to be replaced because of extreme wear, consumer was then notified of recall months later, and now is requesting reimbursement for the tires, consumer was advised by Firestone that the serial numbers for the old tires were needed, C0nsumer stated he did not have the serial number nor did the mechanic that replaced the tires, however consumer was still in possession of the spare tire which contained the serial number, once that was given to Firestone, consumer was then advised that nothing could be done since the replacement tires were not replaced by an authorized Bridgestone/Firestone dealer.

- Hollywood, FL, USA

Prior to recall, while traveling both left rear Firestone(P235/75R15) tires blew out causing vehicle to spin around and into the median, vehicle was towed and all 4 tires were replaced, consumer has been sent forms from manufacturer that does not apply to his situation and as of 4/2/01 still has not heard from manufacturer.

- Winter Springs, FL, USA

PE00 020; rear tire tread separated from tire. General tire, 15inch. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Anaheim, CA, USA

Consumer is not satisfied about not receiving refund for Firestone Wilderness AT tires(vdhl1py498) consumer was advised back in December 2000 that it would take 2 weeks to receive check, has not received reimbursement as of 3/6/01.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

The consumer requested reimbursement for recalled Firestone Wilderness AT tires but has not received refund yet (235/75/15 dotvdhl 428-027477). Nlm

- San Antoni, TX, USA

Consumer received recall 00T005, however the letter was just received due to an incorrect address, consumer was involved in an accident where the Firestone tire (no size) experienced a blowout causing vehicle to roll, vehicle was a total loss.

- Fpo Aa, FL, USA

While driving about 20 mphm left front tire had a blowout with no damage to vehicle, tire was replaced. Then, while driving about 40 mph same place where other tire was also had a blowout, side of tire separated, damaging vehicle. Firestone Wilderness AT tire, P255/70R16, dot vdcu19X.

- Yorktown, VA, USA

Most problems have simply been a nuisance, especially on top of the six recalls on my vehicle. Including 5 recalled tires which took two months to replace and showed serious signs of tread separation. However, four days ago while driving on the highway, the gas pedal became lodged to the ground. I reacted by putting my foot under the pedal and pulling it forward. The pedal then fell off and became lodged under the brake pedal. I was lucky to get off the road safely.

- Arlington, VA, USA

Consumer took Firestone wilderness tires P235/75R15 dot vdhl to Firestone dealer who filled out the recall (00T005) refund form for consumer, however consumer has not received any reimbursement for faulty tires.

- Prestonsburg, KY, USA