The contact owns a 2000 Lincoln Navigator. The vehicle has Continental Contitrac aw, size P275/60/R17 tires. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle shook. She took the vehicle to the dealer to see if the failure was caused by its front end. The automotive technician stated that all four tires suffered from tread separation. The tires were only two years old. The mechanic stated that the tires should not wear out in that manner due to their age. The tire manufacturer has not been notified. The tire failure mileage was 22,000. The vehicle current and failure mileages were 88,000.

- Carlisle, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that she has Continental Contitrac aw tires (P275/60 R17) on her vehicle. She stated that the tires went bad too quickly. The current and failure mileages were 80,000. Updated 12-12-07.

- Starkville, MS, USA

Oem Continental at 255/75-R17 tire separation on 2000 Lincoln Navigator 4X4. Tire bulged on tread (not sidewall) and steel belts were broken showing through the tread. Vehicle had 36895 miles.

- Camden, DE, USA

Nar 06-10-2003. The consumer was contacted by Continental customer relations department about her tires being apart of a reference recall program, despite the confirmations and the consistent problems with the tires they have not been replaced and the only accommodations offered by a representative of Continental was 20% off a set of replacement tires. The consumer was very outraged and disappointed how Continental has handled matters and was looking forward to swiftly resolving the situation. (daughter marina shear on behalf of her mother ellie hicks.) on several occasions as the consumer was having her vehicle serviced, she was assured the tires were ok. Five days before the recall was received, one of the tires felt spongy, it was discovered the tire was low and on a second occasion one of the tires experienced a blowout

- Grapevine, TX, USA

I experienced a Continental tire tread separation while driving on the freeway at about 65 mph today. The tire tread caused considerable damage to the side fender/bumper and side step panel after the tread separation. The car is a 2000 Lincoln Navigator id # [xxx] which I just purchased on July 6, 2003. The tire was a Continental SUV P265/70R17 113S that appears to be the replacement tire for a Continental tire recall in August 2002 (NHTSA campaign id number: 02T012000) dealing with the Contitrac aw and grabber aw tires size P275/60R17 for use as original equipment on certain 2000-2001 by two-wheel-drive Ford Expedition and two-wheel-drive Lincoln Navigator sport utility vehicles. The spare tire that was then put on the car looks to be the original equipment spare tire. It is a Continental aw tire, P275/60R17 100S that appears to be the tire that was covered under the recall. I would like know how to correctly identify the spare tire I am now riding on as to whether it is the tire that was recalled and if so as to how I can get it replaced. Also, as to who is going to pay for the damages that the tire has caused and as to how I can get the tire replaced because of apparent manufacture defect. Also, if the spare is one covered by the recall how is it that the car dealer I purchased it from only two months ago did not have it replaced or at least notified me of the defective product that would / could prove fatal to myself or others? information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- San Diego, CA, USA

The consumer received recall notice #02T012000 concerning Continental/tread separation. Consumer was put on a waiting list to receive the new tires. Consumer contacted the dealer on 6/2/2003 who stated they were not replacing the tires anymore. West point service center 11666 old katy rd, houston, tx 77043. Phone #281 596 1251.

- Houston, TX, USA

The Continental tires vibrated while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who told the consumer that the steel tire belt came apart. The consumer was also told that the tires were recalled but he consumer was not eligible fro the recall because it expired 2 days before the vehicle was taken to the dealer.

- Tabor City, NC, USA

Consumer received a recall notice regarding the Continental tires, however consumer was denied reimbursement, because the receipt was out of date.

- Bermuda Dunes, CA, USA

The vehicle experienced irregular tread wear, the rear tire was replaced due to separation of the belt which was caused by the irregular wear.

- Dallas, TX, USA

Consumer stated she had to purchase tires for the vehicle before there was ever a recall, due to the tires loosing traction on the streets, however the company only wants to reimburse $110 plus tax when the cost of the replacement tire was more. (Continental Contitrac aw-dot adt044U4400)

- Houston, TX, USA

While traveling about 50mph on highway, consumer heard a noise and was able to pull over to the shoulder, and noticed that left front tire tread separated from wheel. Continential, contrac, P275/60R17. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Lake Arthur, LA, USA

Continental, Contitrac, P275/60R15, dot unknown, original equipment on a 2000, Lincoln, Navigator with 16000 miles. Right rear tire experienced tread separation at 60-65 mph, steelbelt caused extensive damage to vehicle.

- Ft Lauderdale, FL, USA

Continental tires, lt/275/70R17 size, original equipment on a 2000, Navigator. Tread on left front tire had separated from sidewall at 60mph. The tire size is 255/75/17 not as previously stated.

- Ludlow, MA, USA

Continental Contitrac aw, P275/60R17. Original equipment on a 2000 Lincoln Navigator with 23000 miles. While driving 10 mph, the right rear tire had a blowout. Inside tread portion was shredded. Dot number adt044U.

- Palm Springs, CA, USA

Continental Contitrac aw, P275/60R17. Original equipment on a 2000 Lincoln Navigator with 23000 miles. While driving 10 mph, the right rear tire had a blowout. Inside tread portion was shredded. Dot number adt044U.

- Palm Springs, CA, USA

Continental aw P275/60R17, dot unknown. Original equipment on a 2000, Lincoln Navigator with 28000 miles. On 26 May 2001 while driving 45-50 mph right front tire had tread separation, a 12 inch strip of tread came off.28138 miles at the time. On 8 June 2001, while driving 45-50 mph left rear tire had tread separation, a 12-18 inch strip of tread had started to separate from tire. 28200 miles at this time. In both cases no damage to vehicle. Dealer replaced both tires, consumer feels the other original tires will do the same in the near future. All original tires were replaced by manufacturer.

- Roosevelt Rd, PR, USA

I brought the vehicle in for oil change/tire balance/and rotation. The tevh. Advised me he had to replace a tire. I asked why". the reason was tread separation, of which they showed me. I was beside myself especially since the Firestone recall and deaths due to faulty tires. I demanded the dealer to replace all five tires. Now with new replacement tires the vehicle wobbles and vibrates in an enourmous way. Im very concerned about this problem. The dealer states its not Ford problem. Whos is it" I just brought the vehicle back for another tire balance. Its still the same, actually worse, if you drive over 50 mph the vehicle feel like its going to shake apart. Please look into this matter. Peoples lives are at steak if in fact these tires are defected. Thank you very much. (tiresize: P275/60R17)( dot number: Tire size: P275/60R17 )

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

Firestone tires were wearing so badly, consumer replaced them and is requesting reimbursement, a recall(00T005) statement was received.

- Huntington Beach, CA, USA