2000 Ford F-350 Tread/Belt Problems

September 9, 2017

Tread/Belt

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-350 equipped with bf goodrich all terrain t/a tires, size: lt285/75r16. While driving 70 mph, there was a vibration in the tires and a loud noise was heard as if something hit the vehicle. The contact stated that there was also a loud popping sound. The contact was able to exit the freeway and, upon exiting, noticed the tire tread on the roadway along with damage to the front…

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ODI 11031960

October 13, 2006

Tread/Belt

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70 mph on normal road conditions, a vibration could be felt immediately followed by the tread falling off the tires on two occasions severely damaging the vehicle. There was no abnormal bulging on the tires. The contact provided regular service to the tires as well as keeping up with the recommended tire pressure of 80 psi. The tire had not yet been examined. The tire was a…

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ODI 10174930

August 17, 2004

Tread/Belt

Firestone steeltex tires experienced tread separation. *bf this was a violent and catastrophic event without warning. The tire shredded sending debris high into the air and caused extensive damage. The consumer request reimbursement. *sc

ODI 10096793

July 1, 2004

Tread/Belt

Dt: while traveling on highway 528 on 7/1/04 at around 9 a.m at 75 mph the front driver's side tread separated from the tire, causing the truck to lift up on one side about two feet. It was in heavy traffic, and it almost caused an accident. The impact dented the side of the consumers fender and damaged the trim panel on the truck. The tire was still full of air. The consumer managed to limp on the shoulder of the…

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ODI 10124458

June 26, 2004

Tread/Belt

Right rear tire exploded and came apart while driving on i-17 40 miles s of flagstaff, az. This caused extensive damage to the right rear 1/4 panel of our f350 and completely removed the wheel well. The tail pipe was bent and the body of the truck was scratched and bent. The tires on the truck were factory issue, and had a considerable amount of tread left. We changed the tire, mounted the spare, bought a new tire…

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ODI 10082290

June 20, 2004

Tires · Tread/Belt

While driving between 65 to 70 mph front driver's side tire blew up. As result, driver lost the control, and vehicle rolled over several times. Vehicle landed upside down in an embankment. Upon impact, the airbag did not deploy. Firestone, steeltex radial, size 265/75r16 dot vdw81xl2400. The driver and wife became unconscious and were transported by ambulance to the nearest hospital. *ak

Crash reported · 2 injuries

ODI 10083615

October 3, 2003

Tread/Belt

While driving approximately 55 mph rear passenger side tire tread separated. The cause of separation had not been determined. *ak *ph

ODI 10044330

August 8, 2003

Tread/Belt

Driver rear tire tread separated and tire went flat while driving at 60 mph.*mr while driving 60 mph the left rear tire tread separated and the tire went flat. About four hours later the right rear tire separated and caused damage to the vehicle. Ts *nlm

Crash reported

ODI 10046452

August 4, 2003

Tread/Belt

While driving at 65 mph two rear tires tread separated from the wheel. Dealer notified. *ak

ODI 10032035

April 13, 2003

Tread/Belt

Vehicle experienced tire tread separation while driving at 70 mph. *mr while the vehicle was in motion the consumer felt a heavy vibration that increased. The consumer tapped on the brake and it slowed, then the consumer heard loud noises and saw rubber flying to the left behind the vehicle. The tire was fully inflated but with no tread. *scc *jb

ODI 10048163

July 27, 2002

Tread/Belt

Tire failed on asphalt, no warning. Total separation , only bead the tire tread left. No road hazard at time. Fourth firestone failure, second for same tire size. *ak

ODI 764824

June 1, 2002 · 16,500 miles

Tread/Belt

Tire pressure set at mfr spec. Tire was not over loaded. No puncture. Tire was very well maintained. Tread separation, destroyed tire and deflated. *jb *****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cur-over to artemis****770831

ODI 10006643

September 22, 2001

Tread/Belt

While traveling 55mph and without prior warning, the right front tire blewout while towing a trailer. Tread had separated from tire. This caused damage to the right front end/wheel well and running board. Tow driver pulled bumper out before towing vehicle to tire retailer and replaced the tire. Bridgestone dueler at, lt285/75r16 with 22,000 miles.*ak *slc

ODI 898314

September 14, 2001

Tread/Belt

Tire tread separation. *ak (dot number: w10p tiresize: lt215/85r1)

ODI 752523

August 17, 2001

Tread/Belt

Firestone, steel tex tire, lt265/75r16 size, dot#: vnw81xm459 on one occasion tread on left tire separated at 65 mph, both times causing damage to vehicle. Vehicle is currently at the dealer ship for repair.*ak right rear tire experienced tread separation at 50 mph causing damage to vehicle again and damage to trailer. *slc

ODI 895843

August 11, 2001

Tread/Belt

Tread separation on left rear and front right tire's at 11k miles. Photo's taken. Reported defects to firestone dealer; tech support; consumer affairs office...none indicated any interest or concern...now attempting to contract corporate office. *ak (tiresize: lt26575r16)

ODI 751294

August 11, 2001

Tread/Belt

Tread separation on left rear and right front tire's at 11k miles. Photo's taken. Reported defects to firestone dealer; tech support; consumer affairs...no interest or concern shown...now attempting to contact corporate office. Who has shown no. *ak (tiresize: lt26575r16)

ODI 751293

July 24, 2001

Tread/Belt

While driving, the left rear tire experienced tread separation, which then ripped of the fuel filler hose.*jb (no tire info given) (ohio traffic crash report#10-90-444)

ODI 562935

July 16, 2001

Tread/Belt

Complete tread separation on right front tire. Luckily, no one was injured. There was no trailor or real load in the back of the truck. It could have been much worse if it happened 20 minutes later on a twisty mountain road or hauling a load. Tire pressure has been religiously checked at 72 psi for all tires and 48 hourd before this trip. These tires have never been off road 4-wheeling or heavy trailor towing. Just…

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5 injuries

ODI 748712

June 17, 2001

Tread/Belt

Full tread separation from the side walls. Side walls on other tires are cracking. *ak (dot number: knw81xm tiresize: lt26575r16)

Crash reported

ODI 746993

May 1, 2001

Tread/Belt

Tire size lt 265/75r16; last year one of the tires had some tire separation. Within last year all 4 tires had tire tread separation. Last one to separate was front right passenger's side tire. Tires mounted on 2000, ford, f350, original equipment.*ak on one of the occasions the rim was damaged and needed replaced. *slc

ODI 889311

February 19, 2001

Tread/Belt

The tread separated from the tire while driving causing damage to the rim, this incident has been reported to ford and firestone with no satisfaction or compensation from either (firestone steel tex radial r48 lt265-759-16 e). Nlm

ODI 560714

October 6, 2000

Tires · Tread/Belt

Yesterday on i4 in florida between tampa and lakefield [xxx] was critically injured when a 2000 ford f350 rolled over after a rear tire tread separation on a lt26575r16 firestone steel tex. He is not expected to survive. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Crash reported · 1 injury

ODI 555477

September 20, 2000

Tread/Belt

The left front firestone tire (p265/75r16) experienced tread separation, causing damage to the vehicle, the consumer is requesting reimbursement for the cost of the replacement tires and for the damage sustained to the vehicle. *slc

ODI 558312

September 16, 2000

Tread/Belt

Tread separated in one complete piece with no load in truck. Pictures available. *ak (dot number: vnw8 1xl tiresize: lt26575r16)

ODI 733240