8.7
pretty bad- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 3,000 miles
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While driving in a 2000 Chevrolet Suburban with only the driver a thumping sound was heard. Pulled over and noticed left rear tread separated from tire, orignial equipment, Firestone wilderness le tire size P265/70R16, dot# V672wl2. Tire specialist found run low sidewall flex failed causing minor damage to vehicle. Manufacturer notified.
- Guilford, CT, USA
P265/70R16, dot unknown, original equipment on a 2000, Chevrolet, Suburban with 4000 miles. While driving 15-20 mph rear left tire exploded, no injuries. Firestone Wilderness AT tires.
- Pelham Manor, NY, USA
With less than 4700 miles on the vehicle the rear right Firestone wilderness tire sidewall blewout while driving and the left rear tire went flat from a sidewall tear (265/70R16). Nlm
- Seabeck, WA, USA
- Schenectady, NY, USA