2002 Saturn LS Tires Problems

“My Saturn lw300 has approximately 42,000 miles. The tires were replaced due to cupping on 11/20/03 or 21,875 miles. A service bulletin was put out for the shim kit. On 12/31/04 or 37,199 I brought my vehicle back to the dealer and questioned the wear and tear of my second set of tires. I had only had this set of tires on for 15,000 miles. They offered to replace the tires at dealer price. I refused there is something wrong with the fact that the tires on my tire eating vehicle only seem to last for a very short period of time. …”

“Consumer took vehicle into dealer for a regular maintenance check up. The dealer indicated the need to replace all four tires and install a rear alignment kit. The consumer was told by the service manager that the uneven tire wear was caused by the factory alignment.”

“Dt: the contact purchased a used vehicle two years ago, and the second day after purchasing the vehicle there was a roaring noise from the front of the vehicle. The dealer said this was a problem with the front tires ,and the dealer replaced both tires. About two weeks later the noise returned. The vehicle has been to the dealer numerous times for numerous repairs. The vehicle would jerk to the right which caused the contact to hit a curb. There were no injuries but a police report was taken. …”

“Consumer tires make noise at 33898 miles. Updated 11/7/2005 - the original tires were replaced at 15968 miles. The consumer had the tire rotated regularly. At 30545 mile the dealer claimed that the tires had begun cupping due to lack of rotation. The consumer didn't notice any cupping. The consumer requested that the manufacturer reimburse him for the cost of the new tires so he could purchased another brand. The manufacturer denied the consumer requested and install the same brand tires as the original. Updated 11/02/05.”

“Dt: contact was in a motor home and it was towing Saturn vehicle. The right front tire blew out, causing extensive damage to the right quarter panel, fender, wheel well, and pushed out the bumper. Also caused tie rod damage. In addition,there was damage to the hub and hub cap. Would need a new wheel alignment. Called aaa, and they put on a spare tire. Drove to a walmart in florida where the tire was originally purchased, and the service department did not why this happened. They replaced the tire, took pictures, and sent tire off to goodyear. …”