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The contact owns a 2000 Honda CR-V equipped with Firestone affinity touring tires, size P205/70R15 95S. While driving various speeds over 30 mph, the vehicle would pull to the right, wobbled, shook, and vibrated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the failures were caused by a bubble located on the outer edge of the front driver's side tire. The manufacturer and dealer (affordable tires in acton, ca) were notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The tire failure mileage was 20,000 and the vehicle failure mileage was 230,000.
The contact owns a 2000 Honda CR-V equipped with B.F. goodrich touring T/a tires. While driving at approximately 60 mph the vehicle began to vibrate and a loud bang was heard. The vehicle was pulled over and upon examination she noticed the rear passenger side tire was blown out and there was minor body damage to the vehicle. A spare tire was installed as replacement. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed and was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were unavailable. Updated 11/05/10.
Driving the car became unmanageable--shimmy, shudder, steer pulling. I determined at least two of the tires had "warped" when looking at the face of the tire.
Consumer stated that while driving about 70 mph on the freeway heard a loud noise. Consumer thought she ran over pieces of tire on the freeway, but later learned that one of her vehicle's tires exploded, and the tread was from that tire. Consumer stated that vehicle was difficult to handle. But she was lucky because it happened at a rest area, which allowed her to pull over. Also, a passing motorist pulled over to help her, and called for the state highway patrol. They changed the tire, and consumer was on her way.
- Las Vegas, NV, USA
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I have multiple issues with vehicle: 1) engine stalls while driving, which interrupts power steering. This occurs generally within the first mile of driving, now daily. Initially, problem occurred at random, once or twice per month. Regular service checks revealed no problem. The car runs without problems all day once the initial stalling of the engine has occurred. Consumer information has found this to be an ignition switch problem, but Honda-authorized service dealer refused to acknowledge any recall or problem on this model on 1/17/2004. Instead, Honda claims that a scheduled "valve adjustment" would correct the problem. Engine stalling and interruption of power steering is a serious safety problem while driving, and the occurrence is not predictable - how can I be satisfied with a "valve adjustment" and take the car back on the road? 2) advanced tire wear. The vehicle only has 33,000 and I had to replace tires. Firestone / Bridgestone dealer mentioned that the wear is premature and sold me a new set of tires for a fair price. Honda authorized dealer mentioned that it is driver/owner responsibility to maintain vehicle tire pressure and rotate tires according to scheduled maintenance. I have rotated and keep correct pressure in tires at all times. 3) while making a sharp turn (more noticeable while making a U-turn) primarily from the rear of the vehicle, a loud howling noise can be heard. The same Firestone / Bridgestone dealer noticed the same sounds and referred me to the Honda dealer. Honda authorized dealer mentioned that a lube service is necessary to take that howling noise away from my vehicle. Firestone / Bridgestone believe more than a lube job is needed. 4) rear glass trunk lid leaks during car washes and strong windy rain.
The front tires loose traction and spin upon gradual acceleration from a stop with two or three attempts to move forward especially when making left turns, the dealer was contacted and the tires were replaced (Bridgestone/firerstone dueller H/T P205/70 R 15 95S). Nlm
While driving the front tires (Bridgestone 205/70 R15 95S all season tires traction rating B) loose traction on damp pavement and spin upon gradual acceleration from a stop with two or three attempts needed to move forward, the traction problem may be a combination of traction B tires and the high engine/transmission torque. Nlm
While backing out of parking space, felt right rear tire go flat. No signs of puncture anywhere. No glass, no nails. Tires were inflated at 28psi. No extra load in vehicle. Had 3 passengers. 1 adult, 2 children. 1 stroller in rear. Vehicle is only 4 months new. Only 2200 miles. Tire is completely flat. Luckily did not happen on freeway at higher speed.( dot number: Tire size: 205/70R15 )
I was driving on the freeway approximately 65 miles per hour on 9/7/00 2:25pm (approx). Blow out occurred, took control of the car while traveling a busy freeway. I managed to pull off the road without hitting any other car. I got off the car, noticed that the tire was completely off the rim, tire was half a mile (approx) away. Called roadside assitance, tire was changed. Photos were taken of the damage to the car and remaining portion of the tire on the rim. I was told (by a Firestone manager) to retrieve the tire on the freeway, which I have in my possesion, to determine the cause. I have not been able to do that since I work. I did not drive the CRV today, I drove my other car. I had maintenance performed on my car on 9/5/00 and no tire problems were reported. Have there been any other similar incidences of this type of blowout to this tire. What can be and/or what should be done in this case? I am experiencing soreness /aches in my neck and back. Please advise. Thank you.( dot number: )
I was driving on the freeway approximately 65 miles per hour on 9/7/00 2:25pm (approx). Blow out occurred, took control of the car while traveling a busy freeway. I managed to pull off the road without hitting any other car. I got off the car, noticed that the tire was completely off the rim, tire was half a mile (approx) away. Called roadside assitance, tire was changed. Photos were taken of the damage to the car and remaining portion of the tire on the rim. I was told (by a Firestone manager) to retrieve the tire on the freeway, which I have in my possesion, to determine the cause. I have not been able to do that since I work. I did not drive the CRV today, I drove my other car. I had maintenance performed on my car on 9/5/00 and no tire problems were reported. Have there been any other similar incidences of this type of blowout to this tire. What can be and/or what should be done in this case? I am experiencing soreness /aches in my neck and back. Please advise. Thank you.( dot number: )
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- Canyon Country, CA, USA