10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
12,857 miles

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problem #14

Apr 112011

Pathfinder

  • 180,000 miles
The contact owns a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder with Michelin cross terrain tires, line size 265/70/R15 (N/a). The contact was driving 35 mph when the front passenger size tire blew. As a result, the vehicle crashed against a wall and the driver sustained minor injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the failure could have been cause by a road hazard. The manufacturer was contacted who offered to file a complaint and inspect the tire yet the vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 180,000.

- Torrance, CA, USA

problem #13

Mar 132004

Pathfinder

  • miles
On Saturday, March 13, 2004, at approximately 12:00 driving on the East bound long island expressway ohe of the tires on my 1997 Nissan Pathfinder shredded/came apart the tire is a Bridgestone dueler ht 265/70/15 # elekdcl1100. I just purchased the truck one month ago, and from what I was told at the bridgeston/Firestone dealer the tire is only 3 years old. 3 year old tires should wear down not come apart. I was traveling at 50 mph and was able to control the vehicle until I was able to come to a stop on the shoulder. My truck sustained major damage to the front 1/4 panel, door, wheel well molding, the aluminum wheel and running board. I have pictures of the damage. This vehicle helps to allow me to make a living and I cannot afford to be without it for an extended period of time. Please forward this to the appropriate department to help me resolve this as quickly as possible. I contacted Bridgestone and was given the run around and can only hope this can be resolved in the next 30 days or so, which is very hard for me to accept. If you can give/forward any further information to me I would appreciate it. I can also be reached at 631-463-9084. Thank you for handling this in an expedient manner paul balsamo.

- Babylon, NY, USA

problem #12

Jul 012003

Pathfinder

  • miles
Consumer states that while driving and without warning the tires had tread separation. Dealer notified. Size#23575R15 please provide the dot#.

- Indian Springs, NV, USA

problem #11

Aug 142002

(reported on)

Pathfinder

  • miles
While driving 40-45 a rear tire was making noise, steering wheel and rear tires locked up. Consumer tried to pull vehicle over accelerator pedal, had no power. Vehicle was towed to repair shop.

- Steam Boat, CO, USA

problem #10

Jun 172002

Pathfinder 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Firestone wilderness ht dot vdhl awr, while driving 60 mph consumer heard a pop sound and vehicle started swaying. Consumer pulled vehicle over and noticed rear passenger's side tire had a blowout.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #9

Feb 162001

Pathfinder 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Claim number 38-J636-167 - while driving (roadhugger radial GT / performance radial GT P235 70R15; dot# is pjm1 dxkr 489) tire blew out causing vehicle to roll over several times, 4 injuries were sustained.

- Erie, PA, USA

problem #8

Jul 032001

(reported on)

Pathfinder 4WD

  • miles
Purchased 4 tires from sears on 07/27/00 at cost of $561.75. On 05/05/01 wobbling noticed with only 23423 miles of wear. Returned to sears on 07/02/2001 to report probable belt separating. They reported feathering of tread. They wanted to sell me new tires, not honor warranty or guarantee of customer satisfaction. Advised by Nissan dealer not to drive long distance due to possible blow out. Contacted sears customer relations. Awaiting reply. These are bf goodrich tires all terrain radials, 30X9.50R15lt. Thank you for any assistance. (tiresize: 30950R15lt)

- Slidell, LA, USA

problem #7

Mar 052001

Pathfinder

  • miles
While driving, driver side rear tire blewout, vehicle spun and hit a steel post causing $4000 in damage, tires are bf goodrich, size P265/70R15.

- Edina, MN, USA

problem #6

Nov 062000

(reported on)

Pathfinder 4WD

  • miles
Severe tire wear after only 20,000 miles despite proper care, pressure, scheduled rotating followed. (tiresize: 235 70R15)( dot number: Tire size: 235 70R15 )

- West Hempstead, NY, USA

problem #5

Sep 201999

Pathfinder

  • miles
While driving on the highway at approx 75 mph, the right rear tire blew. The tread had come off. There was no sign of a puncture (nail, sharp object.,,,,) the store where I took my tire to found no signs of punctures. This could have been an isolated incident but with the new developments I thought it would be a good idea to report it in case anyone else has had any problems with these tires.( dot number: "?" tire size: P235/70/R1 )

- Minot, ND, USA

problem #4

Sep 201999

Pathfinder

  • miles
While driving on the highway at approx 75 mph, the right rear tire blew. The tread had come off. There was no sign of a puncture (nail, sharp object.,,,,) the store where I took my tire to found no signs of punctures. This could have been an isolated incident but with the new developments I thought it would be a good idea to report it in case anyone else has had any problems with these tires.( dot number: "?" tire size: P235/70/R1 )

- Minot, ND, USA

problem #3

Aug 101999

Pathfinder

  • miles
Manufacturer advised dealer to recommend tire rotation every 3250 miles rather than 7500 as stated in owner's manual. Even with rotation, tires required replacement.

- Westchester, IL, USA

problem #2

Oct 271998

(reported on)

Pathfinder 4WD

  • miles
Excessive tire wear.

- Schenectady, NY, USA

problem #1

Jan 291998

Pathfinder

  • miles
Undo wear on tires. Took vehicle to dealer. Received notice from dealer. After 3rd time, told too much excessive wear after 28,000 miles. Tires are bald.

- New Windsor, NY, USA