1992 Chevrolet K1500 Tires Problems

“Four 265/75-16 pathfinder radial atr tires are on a 1992 chevy K1500 pickup. On 7-16-2010 one front tire had almost total tread separation after a 25 minute drive at 25-35 MPH -- all city driving with no load. The truck was able to pull out of traffic safely. A second, rear tire now shows signs of impending failure with 1/4 inch cracks where the tread meets the sidewall. Approximately 20,000 miles with proper inflation pressure. Two tires out of four obviously a major defect and very dangerous.”

“The contact owns a 1992 Chevrolet K1500. The vehicle has bridgestone dueler apt iii, size lt225/75r16 tires. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to shake uncontrollably. The failure has occurred twice and within 45 days of each other. The contact pulled over and noticed that the tread separated from the tire and the rubber was cracked. The dealer has not been notified. The current mileage was 167,138 and failure mileage was 166,000. Updated 02/01/08”

“Tire tread peeled , resulting in momentary loss of vehichle control . No accident resulted , however , extensive vehichle damage resulted from this incident . Unknown (to me) , if any tire recalls exist on this tire . (DOT number: mkor abov tiresize: 235-85/r16)”