2004 Ford Excursion Tires Problems

“I purchased a set of 4 spector advanta a/t size lt265/75 r16 tires for my 2004 Ford Excursion from les schwab in meridian idaho on 15 may 2008. I noticed that at highway speed the front of the vehicle would shake a bit. Les schwab checked the balance, alignment, etc. But noted nothing wrong. Since I use my vehicle for local travel and to tow my travel trailer I don't travel at high speeds very often. On 25 november, while traveling with my family from boise idaho to las vegas nevada we experienced a catastrophic tire failure in the left rear. …”

“On may 9 2008 I purchased a set of 4 spector advanta at all season tires for my 2004 Ford Excursion. On 23 november while traveling from boise idaho to las vegas nevada I experience a left rear tire failure at 70 MPH. The tire shredded completely down to the steel belts. The vehicle was being operated at highway speeds and was not towing or heavily loaded. The incident caused $1800 in damage to my vehicle. I filed a claim with the tire manufacturer and during the course of the claim they tire manufacturer took the remnants of the tire for a forensic analysis. …”

“The complaint is in regard to the bf goodrich rugged trail t/a lt265/75r16 tires as supplied on my Ford Excursion vehicle. I had to replace the tires prematurely due to large cracks opening up on the side-walls of all 4 tires, in fact pieces of rubber starting flaking off of the side-walls. I was afraid that I was setting my self up for a blow out during my many trips from ky to chicago. At the tire dealer-ship where I had them replaced they wondered why I was replacing them, until I pointed out all of the cracks. Tread life appeared good ,but the side-walls sure lacked the same ability.”

“The contact owns a 2004 Ford Excursion. At 65 MPH the rear of the vehicle began to swerve, followed by a loud banging sound. The contact pulled over, noticed the tire tread had completely separated, and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The tire was a cooper discover st; tire size lt245/75r16. The road conditions were clear with no visible pot holes or road hazards. The current and failure mileage were 91000.”

“While driving 55 MPH left rear tire sidewall blew out. Firestone had been contacted. Firestone, steeltex , ht26575r16. The consumer stated the tires were recalled and have since been replaced.”