Consumer Safety Complaints

Incident date: Aug 6, 2024

Starfire Solarus AS All-Season 225/60R16 98H- Car started shaking violently while I was driving it- seemed to be coming from rear tire. Limped it home, removed driver side rear tire, and noticed substantial bulge where tread was separating. Replaced tire with another brand. Several months later, same thing happened, and removed the remaining Starfire Solarus AS All-Season 225/60R16 98H tire, the... Read more

Incident date: Aug 6, 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Crugen HP71, Tire Size: 215/40/R18, DOT Number: N/A. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear tire inadvertently exploded. The contact stated that upon pulling to the shoulder of the roadway and visually inspecting the tire, he observed what appeared to be sand in the interior... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Crugen HP71, Tire Size: 215/40/R18, DOT Number: N/A. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear tire inadvertently exploded. The contact stated that upon pulling to the shoulder of the roadway and visually inspecting the tire, he observed what appeared to be sand in the interior... Read more

Incident date: Mar 8, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Optima equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: PureContact LS, Tire Size: P235/45/R18, DOT Number: CNFUWD4M2622. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact felt an abnormal vibration coming the front passenger’s side tire. The contact stated that his wife heard an abnormal "booming" sound and saw in the rearview mirror wha... Read more

Incident date: Mar 8, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Optima equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: PureContact LS, Tire Size: P235/45/R18, DOT Number: CNFUWD4M2622. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact felt an abnormal vibration coming the front passenger’s side tire. The contact stated that his wife heard an abnormal "booming" sound and saw in the rearview mirror wha... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

I ordered my truck with all terain tires, they installed Falken wildpeak A/T AT3W 235 65R 17 tires.When me vehicle sits for a while (especially when its cold out) .I get a vibration for the first few miles down the road then it goes away. I have taken it to the dealer they are blameing the issue on the Falken tires,they said these tires develop a flat spot after sitting for a while. So they didnt ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

I ordered my truck with all terain tires, they installed Falken wildpeak A/T AT3W 235 65R 17 tires.When me vehicle sits for a while (especially when its cold out) .I get a vibration for the first few miles down the road then it goes away. I have taken it to the dealer they are blameing the issue on the Falken tires,they said these tires develop a flat spot after sitting for a while. So they didnt ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 28, 2024

Have there been complaints about the Pirelli tires with foam inlays falling apart because the foam comes unattached, then causing misalignment. Car becomes unsafe to drive as the tires start to disintegrate. My car started shaking so bad it became difficult to drive. Turned out foam inlay had become unattached which caused uneven wear and some tire disintegration along with the alignment getting o... Read more

Incident date: Jul 28, 2024

Have there been complaints about the Pirelli tires with foam inlays falling apart because the foam comes unattached, then causing misalignment. Car becomes unsafe to drive as the tires start to disintegrate. My car started shaking so bad it became difficult to drive. Turned out foam inlay had become unattached which caused uneven wear and some tire disintegration along with the alignment getting o... Read more

Incident date: Jan 24, 2024

On [XXX], I purchased 2 Brand New Tires for my vehicle from (Howie's Tires (No. Miami Fl) This company is a DBA Walter James Investments LLC These tires was to be placed on the rear and moved the rear tire (Mercedes) to the front On [XXX], the passenger front tire (Mercedes) blow out due to a nail I was towed along with my vehicle to Howie's to purchased another tire to replace the passenger fr... Read more

Incident date: Jan 24, 2024

On [XXX], I purchased 2 Brand New Tires for my vehicle from (Howie's Tires (No. Miami Fl) This company is a DBA Walter James Investments LLC These tires was to be placed on the rear and moved the rear tire (Mercedes) to the front On [XXX], the passenger front tire (Mercedes) blow out due to a nail I was towed along with my vehicle to Howie's to purchased another tire to replace the passenger fr... Read more

Incident date: Jul 31, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Primacy A/S Acoustic. Tire Size: 235/55/R19, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the vehicle began to wobble erratically, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that t... Read more

Incident date: Jul 31, 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Primacy A/S Acoustic. Tire Size: 235/55/R19, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the vehicle began to wobble erratically, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that t... Read more

Incident date: Jul 30, 2024

Brand new tires installed on vehicle by Americas Tire store on 7/29/24. Received a phone call from our son 7/30/24 7pm of complete tire blow out on hwy. Lost control of vehicle but managed to pull off hwy where he proceeded to contact us as well as AAA. Took back in to Americas Tire said they would replace tire but had no explanation as to why this happened on a brand new tire. According to AAA a ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 30, 2024

Brand new tires installed on vehicle by Americas Tire store on 7/29/24. Received a phone call from our son 7/30/24 7pm of complete tire blow out on hwy. Lost control of vehicle but managed to pull off hwy where he proceeded to contact us as well as AAA. Took back in to Americas Tire said they would replace tire but had no explanation as to why this happened on a brand new tire. According to AAA a ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Rav4 equipped with four Continental Tires, Tire Line: Cross Contact LX; Tire Size: 225/65/R17, DOT Number: A32YHOOB0224. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unattended, the passenger’s side front tire exploded. The hub cap detached and flew off the rim. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called AAA and was informed that the t... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Rav4 equipped with four Continental Tires, Tire Line: Cross Contact LX; Tire Size: 225/65/R17, DOT Number: A32YHOOB0224. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unattended, the passenger’s side front tire exploded. The hub cap detached and flew off the rim. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called AAA and was informed that the t... Read more

Incident date: May 24, 2024

Tire Size ST225/75R12 While returning from a camping trip, the passenger-side rear tire on the dual-axle camper blew apart when I was southbound on [XXX] in Vermont. The tire had only been on the camper for about 18 months and had less than 1500 miles on it. The tire shredded right in the middle of the tread, and the belt cord completely came apart and blew out. 10 months later, the same thing ... Read more

Incident date: May 24, 2024

Tire Size ST225/75R12 While returning from a camping trip, the passenger-side rear tire on the dual-axle camper blew apart when I was southbound on [XXX] in Vermont. The tire had only been on the camper for about 18 months and had less than 1500 miles on it. The tire shredded right in the middle of the tread, and the belt cord completely came apart and blew out. 10 months later, the same thing ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 24, 2024

Michelin Primacy AS 235/55 R19 - OEM tires on Hyundai Ioniq5 acquired new in September 2023 - mileage at the time of incident 10,800 miles Front tire started went off balance causing steering wheel vibrations and shaking that increased with speed - car was not drivable above 55MPH due to excessive shaking and vibrations of steering wheel - this presents safety concern as it may lead to loss of con... Read more

Incident date: Jul 24, 2024

Michelin Primacy AS 235/55 R19 - OEM tires on Hyundai Ioniq5 acquired new in September 2023 - mileage at the time of incident 10,800 miles Front tire started went off balance causing steering wheel vibrations and shaking that increased with speed - car was not drivable above 55MPH due to excessive shaking and vibrations of steering wheel - this presents safety concern as it may lead to loss of con... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 8, 2024

The contact owns a 2021 B&R Bowen Trailer equipped with Goodride Tires, Tire Line: Radial ST 200, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: 1JULTDA2T-0I2I. The contact stated that while the trailer was parked, the contact heard an abnormally loud sound. The contact went outside to inspect the trailer and became aware that the two passenger’s side front tires were cracked. Additionally, the spare tire w... Read more

Incident date: Jul 8, 2024

The contact owns a 2021 B&R Bowen Trailer equipped with Goodride Tires, Tire Line: Radial ST 200, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: 1JULTDA2T-0I2I. The contact stated that while the trailer was parked, the contact heard an abnormally loud sound. The contact went outside to inspect the trailer and became aware that the two passenger’s side front tires were cracked. Additionally, the spare tire w... Read more

Incident date: Jul 28, 2024

Tires are Continental 225/65 R 17 On June 18, 2024 the right rear tire went flat in less than 200 yards at 15 mph in our driveway. The dealership said it was a non reparable puncture that split the sidewall. On July 28, 2024 the left rear tire went flat in less than 200 yards at 15 mph in our driveway. The vehicle has less than 2500 miles and never carries heavy loads. I understand that there was... Read more

Incident date: Jul 28, 2024

Tires are Continental 225/65 R 17 On June 18, 2024 the right rear tire went flat in less than 200 yards at 15 mph in our driveway. The dealership said it was a non reparable puncture that split the sidewall. On July 28, 2024 the left rear tire went flat in less than 200 yards at 15 mph in our driveway. The vehicle has less than 2500 miles and never carries heavy loads. I understand that there was... Read more

Incident date: Jul 24, 2024

I have the 2022 S 500 with 21 inch mag spoke rims with Pirelli 255/35R21 tires on it which comes stock from Mercedes Benz. I have now been in almost 15 tires repair claims and 3 rim replacements because of how poorly Mercedes designed the rims then put a tire soon the car that cannot handle the weight of the car. I hit a pot hole and my whole tire blew out almost causing a severe crash. this is ag... Read more

2 injured

Incident date: Jul 24, 2024

I have the 2022 S 500 with 21 inch mag spoke rims with Pirelli 255/35R21 tires on it which comes stock from Mercedes Benz. I have now been in almost 15 tires repair claims and 3 rim replacements because of how poorly Mercedes designed the rims then put a tire soon the car that cannot handle the weight of the car. I hit a pot hole and my whole tire blew out almost causing a severe crash. this is ag... Read more

2 injured

Incident date: May 24, 2024

I purchased 4 new tires, my car calls for a staggered fitment (225/45R17 DOT# 1RB7RR9872922 and 1RB7RR9811521 up front and 245/40R17 DOT# 1RB8NR981112 and 1RB8NR9811022 in the rear). Upon returning home, I noticed the tires were installed backwards with the wider ones up front. This will cause the tires to rub the shock absorbers and will lead to tire blowouts and likely much more damage to my veh... Read more

Incident date: May 24, 2024

I purchased 4 new tires, my car calls for a staggered fitment (225/45R17 DOT# 1RB7RR9872922 and 1RB7RR9811521 up front and 245/40R17 DOT# 1RB8NR981112 and 1RB8NR9811022 in the rear). Upon returning home, I noticed the tires were installed backwards with the wider ones up front. This will cause the tires to rub the shock absorbers and will lead to tire blowouts and likely much more damage to my veh... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Crugen HP71, Tire Size: 235/50/R20, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound and vibration coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the abnormal sound and vibration was persistent while driving. The contact stopped and parked the vehicle. The contact... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Crugen HP71, Tire Size: 235/50/R20, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound and vibration coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the abnormal sound and vibration was persistent while driving. The contact stopped and parked the vehicle. The contact... Read more

Incident date: Jul 24, 2024

265/45ZR20 104Y Tire shop has been unable to balance tire since there's a defect with the brand new tire itself. Vehicle vibrates excessively at highway speeds, feels unsafe to drive. I've reached out to vendor for tire replacement and hasn't made an effort to replace tire in a timely manner. I use my vehicle everyday. Tires were purchased from tireagent.com

Incident date: Jul 24, 2024

265/45ZR20 104Y Tire shop has been unable to balance tire since there's a defect with the brand new tire itself. Vehicle vibrates excessively at highway speeds, feels unsafe to drive. I've reached out to vendor for tire replacement and hasn't made an effort to replace tire in a timely manner. I use my vehicle everyday. Tires were purchased from tireagent.com

Incident date: Jul 18, 2024

235/65/R16. Tire blew out throwing car to the left in a ditch going around a curve . Air bags went off from impact. Car front had significant damage.

Crash

Incident date: Jul 18, 2024

235/65/R16. Tire blew out throwing car to the left in a ditch going around a curve . Air bags went off from impact. Car front had significant damage.

Crash

Incident date: Jun 24, 2024

Tires lt275/65r20 is the size. I purchased my truck Oct 2023. The day after i got home. I noticed a bulge in the sidewall of the front tire. I took it to the dealer the next day and they replaced it. But not after they accused me of hitting something. Luckily i had the picture the salesman had sent prior to me purchasing the truck and it was visible there. So a few weeks noticed 2 tires had same ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 24, 2024

Tires lt275/65r20 is the size. I purchased my truck Oct 2023. The day after i got home. I noticed a bulge in the sidewall of the front tire. I took it to the dealer the next day and they replaced it. But not after they accused me of hitting something. Luckily i had the picture the salesman had sent prior to me purchasing the truck and it was visible there. So a few weeks noticed 2 tires had same ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 22, 2024

Tires making noise and not in balance /out of round. I had a authorized tire company check tires on their machines and a report was written. They said the tires were defective.BIGBRANDTIRE COMPANY PASO ROBLES,Calif. 93446 Phone 805-238-5097

Incident date: Jul 22, 2024

Tires making noise and not in balance /out of round. I had a authorized tire company check tires on their machines and a report was written. They said the tires were defective.BIGBRANDTIRE COMPANY PASO ROBLES,Calif. 93446 Phone 805-238-5097

Incident date: Jul 19, 2024

We were driving on I -75 near mm 224 when we felt the van kind of wobble then heard a noise like we dropped something. We pulled over, all four tires were inflated, so we looked under each tire, we noticed the tread was missing. We drove slowly about 5 miles, to the nearest tire shop, which was Devito’s Auto Repair 2420 US Hwy 301 in Ellenton, FL, who switched out our tire and recommended we cha... Read more

Incident date: Jul 19, 2024

We were driving on I -75 near mm 224 when we felt the van kind of wobble then heard a noise like we dropped something. We pulled over, all four tires were inflated, so we looked under each tire, we noticed the tread was missing. We drove slowly about 5 miles, to the nearest tire shop, which was Devito’s Auto Repair 2420 US Hwy 301 in Ellenton, FL, who switched out our tire and recommended we cha... Read more

Incident date: Sep 13, 2023

The first tire had an air bubble and I brought it in. They said it was a manufacturer error. In September 2023 I had a blowout and Subaru declared that it was a manufacturer defect. I asked him to check all the tires and they kept the original set on. This month a third tire from the original set blew while being driven. Three tires out of four have had manufacturer defects.

Incident date: Sep 13, 2023

The first tire had an air bubble and I brought it in. They said it was a manufacturer error. In September 2023 I had a blowout and Subaru declared that it was a manufacturer defect. I asked him to check all the tires and they kept the original set on. This month a third tire from the original set blew while being driven. Three tires out of four have had manufacturer defects.

Incident date: Jul 19, 2024

The contact owns a 1957 Ford Country equipped with Vercelli Tires, Tire Line: Classic, Tire Size: 205/75/R14, DOT Number: 1YCKKOPCR4523. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed very large blisters in the tread bead of the passenger's side rear tire. The contact replaced the damaged tire with another similar tire however, the failure reoccurred. The contact also pu... Read more

Incident date: Jul 19, 2024

The contact owns a 1957 Ford Country equipped with Vercelli Tires, Tire Line: Classic, Tire Size: 205/75/R14, DOT Number: 1YCKKOPCR4523. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed very large blisters in the tread bead of the passenger's side rear tire. The contact replaced the damaged tire with another similar tire however, the failure reoccurred. The contact also pu... Read more

Incident date: Jul 19, 2024

The contact owns a 1957 Ford Country equipped with Vercelli Tires, Tire Line: Classic, Tire Size: 205/75/R14, DOT Number: 1YCKKOPCR4523. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed very large blisters in the tread bead of the passenger's side rear tire. The contact replaced the damaged tire with another similar tire however, the failure reoccurred. The contact also pu... Read more

Incident date: Jul 16, 2024

225/40r18 tires has a splitting on side wall it’s impossible to see unless the split location on the ground I tried to talk to the manufacturer but they don’t have a way to connect them. I have replaced one tire it has same problem tire shop noticed it they said they can put it back on the car now I have the other side same issue

Incident date: Jul 16, 2024

225/40r18 tires has a splitting on side wall it’s impossible to see unless the split location on the ground I tried to talk to the manufacturer but they don’t have a way to connect them. I have replaced one tire it has same problem tire shop noticed it they said they can put it back on the car now I have the other side same issue